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My Best Garage Sale Finds

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Years ago, Mom introduced me to the idea of going to garage sales. People sell the darnedest things at their garage sales. Garage sales take time, you have to hit quite a few before you find the item you want or need. Finding a new purpose for an old item is one of the joys of finding bargains at garage sales.

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Old-House Interiors gives you practical information on the most beautiful and appropriate finishes, furnishings, accessories, and decorating details taking cues from the past. Articles cover kitchens and bathrooms, flooring, doors and windows, paint color, hardware and lighting, carpets and rugs, window treatments, fine furnishings?even

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Used Furniture – Re-purpose, Recycle, Re-use.

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Whether you are just starting out; wanting to freshen up your own older items; or furnishing a second home, furniture buying can make a big dent in your budget. Garage sale and thrift store furniture bargains abound. In spite of the expense, some of the newer furniture is much less well made than older pieces.

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Stuff – Full Circle

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Some get stuff from stores, the less financially favored head for thrift stores, garage sales, Mom’s house or the trash pickup routes. Things like he matching bedroom set, the lovely drapes, the brand new lawn equipment, and beautifully coordinated nursery furnishings. All our stuff fit in two rooms and a closet back then.

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5 Budget Friendly Ways to Bring More Life to Your Apartment

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If you already own all of the furniture and accessories you will need to furnish your apartment, this will allow you to do more with less. You can visit garage sales, local flea markets and scratch and dent stores to locate used furniture that needs to be refurbished. Look for pieces that have a solid construction overall.

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6 Tips to Save Money On Home Décor

Saving Cents With Sense

1 – Look for used furniture instead of new furnishings. Check out some thrift stores, vintage stores, flea markets, and garage sales. A lot of people give away their furniture and other furnishings and belongings simply because it is easier and faster than selling it. There are plenty of ways to save money on home décor.

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Should You Spend Your Money on Home Re-Decorating?

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Have you ever shopped at neighborhood garage sales? I’ve used these finds to help furnish and decorate a vacation rental and to fill in pieces we lacked at home.

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