The Thrifty Chicks

Cultivating a robust reuse market.

Saturday, February 25, 2012

From the archives

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When reviewing old posts or interviews hindsight can be a curse. In this case, I think, it was a blessing. This piece from Thrift Culture No...
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Wednesday, November 2, 2011

About the only item, aside from groceries, we buy new without second thought

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Thrift store family of horses for my Little Pie, my Piper. This weekend I picked up this family of horses at Goodwill. They are tucked a...
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Monday, September 26, 2011

Unconventional Harvest

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The autumnal equinox was last Friday, the 23 rd . Fall is my favorite season. Not only am I a person who loves sweaters and hats, but als...
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Monday, September 19, 2011

New Position: Blue Jean Distresser

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Officially announcing availability as a Blue Jean Distresser for the fashion market. Now Hollywood starlights can wear and feel the truly ...
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Wednesday, August 24, 2011

It ends and begins on Septemeber 2nd

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On September 2nd, a group of about 300 American consumers will hit a personal milestone. With the exception of a few items like undergarment...
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Wednesday, August 17, 2011

The Consumption Economy Is Dying—Let it Die al a "The Atlantic"

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Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Pushing the re-set button on American retail

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My mental back-burner's been simmering since the former post, “ A Plea to Anthropologie .” I fell short on a few critical points about ...
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Monday, August 1, 2011

A plea to Anthropolgie

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Dear friends at Anthropologie, Anthroplogie stores are more than a shopping environment, they are a refuge; at least for me they are. The ...
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Thursday, July 21, 2011

Start by publicly blowing raspberries

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Mainstream American consumers are cultivated purchase items en masse. We even purchase “bargains” en masse. Lost in the world of retail sale...
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Thursday, July 14, 2011

What are Snake Eyes?

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Many people struggle finding quality clothing at thrift stores. Five 10-foot racks packed with dresses can be a bit overwhelming. I witness ...
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