The Frugal Girl
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
I fixed Zoe’s red sweatshirt She works at Target, so she either has to wear a red Target vest or a red shirt, and I’m proud to say that she has thrifted a bunch of her red tops. I will say, GenZ is not afraid to thrift, and I love that! I found some red thread in my sewing box. And then I set up my sewing machine.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 3, 2013
Learning to sew takes time and equipment. A super short history of sewing. In many parts of the US, people learned to sew as part of their life skills – from parents or family or schools. Although Mom didn’t sew much (she did mend), she made sure I took Home Ec in high school. Clothing is cheap, sewing is not.
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The Frugal Girl
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
We fixed Zoe’s skirt with scissors She’d thrifted this checked skirt, which had a sort of odd belt thing at the bottom. The buckle was very poorly-designed and would not ever stay in place (which is probably why this skirt ended up at the thrift store in the first place!)
The Frugal Girl
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
I fixed a thrifted hoodie This thrifted Vans hoodie sprouted a hole but mercifully, it was right on the side seam! I turned it inside out, used some matching thread from my sewing box, and closed up the hole. But I decided to be responsible and just use the one I already own.) That’s the best kind of hole for mending.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
NOVEMBER 9, 2011
With some practice, patience, and some sewing know-how, you’ll be on your way to making your own clothing before you know it. If you have never attempted to make your own clothes before, or if you have little or no sewing skills, finding some good reference materials is a great place to start. Learn How to Sew.
Family Balance Sheet
APRIL 17, 2013
I stopped by my two favorite thrift stores last week: Salvation Army & Community Aid, a local store. Finally, spring has arrived in central PA, so I carved out some time last Wednesday to hit the thrift stores. I''m no seamstress, but I can sew on a button. Do you shop at thrift stores? Thrifting'
Family Balance Sheet
NOVEMBER 2, 2022
Do you love to sew/knit/crochet? I shop at thrift stores frequently and I am always amazed at how much I see with store tags still on the product. But that store credit is much better than sending it to the thrift store as a donation. My sister-in-law buys dozens every Christmas from a mom who bakes for cash.
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