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garage sale outfit

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I scored a handful of dresses at the Bryn Mawr Festival of Garage Sales a few weeks back. Most will eventually wind up on Etsy, but this is one I’m a keepin’ for myself. Any dress with pockets is A-OK with me, plus I love the coconut shell buttons at the shoulder. A dress, boots and a bun is pretty much my go-to look for work when I’m running late, as I was the day these were taken. Three steps and I’m out the door. Easy peasy.

Dress: Sears, found at garage sale, $4

Boots: $5, garage sale

Silver & stone cuff: Handmade by my aunt in 1970s

Other silver bracelets: I’ve had since I was a wee one

Silver & opal ring: $15, bought at a jewelry shop in Manitou Springs, Colorado in 2000

Hair bow: Red Velvet Art

Bubble Up soda: Bobby & Steve’s on Washington Avenue

Photo credit: Rachel Anderson

Today was simply gorgeous, wasn’t it? I’m looking forward to a night of unadulterated domesticity. Already since work I’ve busted out a strawberry rhubarb custard pie for my newish neighbors across the street. I’m not the most skilled baker by any means, and this was my very first attempt at a lattice crust. I think it turned out OK…

Also on night’s agenda: cooking up a simple supper of  shrimp, rice and veg and then sewing some, writing some and reading some.

Until next time,

Meghan

festival of garage sale finds

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Hey y’all! Happy Sunday!

So, yesterday morning, Jamie picked me up and we headed over to the  Festival of Garage Sales in Bryn Mawr. It was a perfect day for it—sunny, breezy, beautiful. I couldn’t stop swooning over all the gorgeous gardens. There were flowers everywhere! It was heavenly.

Tulips!

Mammoth is the best way to describe this sale. Around every winding corner and down any random alley—there were people, music and of course, lots and lots of great stuff.

Why is sifting through other people's cast-off stuff so fun?

I passed up this little pair of paint-by-numbers. I wasn't feeling the whole coastal thing.

From vinyl to luggage, books to clothes, you could find it all.

I spent around $40 and came home with a boatload of stuff: A handful of  vintage dresses that will be up in the Etsy shop later this week, a huge paint-by-number painting, a cooler that’s perfectly sized for day trips, a worn-in pair of cowboy boots and the sweetest pillowcase. Observe…

Can you find the grammar boo boo? Oh how I wish I could stop being an editor for one minute of my life.

It wasn’t until I read the poem carefully that I realized the similarity between it and this gem of a song.

I loved this sweet ruffled blouse so much I wore it to the track that afternoon.

I melt for eyelet trim.

And, because I’m a sucker for anything pink, I had to pick up this pretty little dish. It will be perfect for holding rings and the like. The runner, with a double-punch of pink and eyelet, came home with me too.

Aren't those lil birdies charming?

This sale was definitely a fun event that I will not be missing next year. Did you do any thrifting this weekend? Are you as excited as I am that garage sale season is in full swing?!

Whatever your weekends held, I hope they were wonderful. I’ll be back tomorrow with an exciting little post. Until then…

xo,

Meghan

wardrobe remix: Annie D’Souza

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Happy Friday y’all!

I’m proud to present you with my first outfit profile. My goal with these is to introduce you to thrifty Twincy residents with unique styles that are complemented with thrift-store finds. Truth be told, I’m kind of a lazy dresser by nature, but I’ve learned a lot by seeing how other people, more motivated than me, put their ensembles together. Hopefully these posts will provide you with some creative inspiration, too.

Anyway, let’s get on with it, shall we?

The stylish lady pictured is Annie D’Souza, who, when she’s not trotting off to India or flash mobbing at the Vancouver Olympics, runs a blog about fashion, music and food. And writes. And does yoga. And while we may not have the same opinions on music (see below), we definitely share the view that thrifting= awesome.

Outfit Details

’80s silk blouse: Savers on Lake Street
Skirt: clothing swap
Frye wedge heels: clothing swap
Belt: ValuThrift in East St. Paul
Red purse by Francesco Biasia: My Sister’s Closet on Grand Ave.
Necklace: Rewind Vintage
Serpent earrings and ring: estate sale
Bracelet: garage sale

Me: Where would you wear this outfit?
Annie: A downtown happy hour where I pretend that I don’t work from home in my pajamas all day.

Me: What’s your favorite thrift store in town? Why?
Annie: I love Rewind Vintage, especially for jewelry, purses and belts. I always leave with something that I convince myself I need. I also like digging through the big places like Savers, Value Village and ValuThrift because you never know when a pair of designer jeans or a smart vintage dress is going to pop up for $9.99!

Me: What trends are you hating right now? Which ones are you loving?
Annie: I hate fake glasses. Why?! Just, why? And, although I’m scared to admit this, I kind of like shoulder pads.

Me: Any tips for successful thrifting?
Annie: Don’t rush it. You never know what you will find (or won’t find), so have patience and a free afternoon. It’s also nice to go with a friend whose style differs from yours so that you won’t be drawn to exactly the same things.

Me:  What’s your favorite classic rock album?
Annie: I’m not a fan of classic rock (High Plains Thrifter heresy, I know). I have been rocking a lot of classic ’60s bossa nova and French folk lately. For me, Astrud Gilberto and Françoise Hardy are musical and style icons.

Me: What are your favorite springtime activities?
Annie: The St. Paul Farmer’s Market, fish tacos at Sea Salt, garage sales…the concert calendars start to pick up in the spring too!

photos: louisa marion photography

Well, there you have it! Many thanks to Annie for playing along and Louisa for snapping the pics.

If you live in the Twin Cities and would like to be  “remixed,” email me!

I would love, love, love to hear from you!

hpthrifter@gmail.com

I hope the fleeting hours of the work week go quickly and easily for y’all. Anyone have fun Easter-weekend plans? I’m going to try to: not go overboard on these, play with the should-I-buy-this camera, thrift Saturday morning (working on my big bro’s b-day present), have Ashley over for coffee, not have petty arguments with my mom and maybe, if I can kick this stupid cold, head down to First Avenue to see this band tomorrow (Hint: They’re not Spoon!).

xoxo,

Meghan