Frugal Finds and Great Stuff At The Goodwill

This weekend I went to the Goodwill Memorial Day sale. I got there early and the store was already packed with shoppers.

If you are familiar with the Goodwill's ticket pricing, then you know that price tags are marked with a color. On Monday all pink ticket items were on sale for 99 cents. All blue and red tickets were on sale for 40% off. With prices already low, no wonder everyone's cart was piled high.

I bought all the items in the picture above for less than $25, and saved $40! I also had a great time looking at everything, and spent the afternoon there.

These jeans were in great condition and originally $8 each. But they were pink ticket items, so they were just  99 cents! One pair was Eddie Bauer, a favorite up here in the Northwest.

I'm a label shopper and I love J. Crew, but they are an expensive brand. I got these great J. Crew capri's for only $2. I love them and I'll get a lot of wear out of them this summer.

This is a cute Ralph Lauren summer top that was originally $4.99, but it was a pink ticket item and so it was only 99 cents. I love Ralph Lauren, and it's always a favorite brand to look for while shopping at thrift stores. Some of my other purchases were from Anthropologie and The Gap.

These sandals are almost new, and at $3, I couldn't pass them up. I don't usually buy shoes here, but these were in such great shape that I did.

Love these 99 cent pink tickets! I even got some pajamas for that price that were almost like new. I love having lots of cozy jammies, so at this price I can buy quite a few.

I even picked up this pretty white flower vase. It was 40% off, so it only cost $1.80. I now love shopping in thrift stores, and it's fun to make it a challenge to find things I really like.
 
My daughters love thrift store shopping too, so it's a great weekend activity for us. And with garage sale season just around the corner, I can see I'm going to be busy.

Happy Hunting!

eShakti Clothing Review Holiday Gift Guide

This Holiday Season I wanted to get everyone I know and love great things, but I also wanted a few things for my self :) I love clothes, shoes and purses so when I found out about eShakti I wanted to share it with you guys. Strange name right? In Sanskrit, Shakti means power and is pronounced e-Shuck-tee, but e-Shack-tee works, too! eShakti empowers you to choose the fit, color, size and style that suits you and they carry sizes 0-26W.. eShakti features Women's designer fashion clothes, like dresses, tops, sweaters and coats.


I have a slight obsession with jackets and coats, can you blame me, I wear one most of the time in living in Washington! Check out the beautiful jacket I got from eShakti to wear this winter and the next and the next. I would model it for you, but being 9 months pregnant I was not doing it any justice, trust me it looks cute on :)





You can see more of their Cardigans and Jackets here. There are lots of great items to see and great gift ideas for the Holidays.

Looking for a party dress this season? I like the Waterfall Dress, it also comes in BLACK!!

Or a cute blouse to wear with your favorite pair of jeans? How about the Asymmetric pintucked ruffle panel front blouse, in Poppy Red? I love this top!

Here is a bit more about eShakti from their web site-

Our Mission:

eShakti wants you to look your personal best. We know that you are beautiful, confident and uniquely classic. At eShakti, we offer distinctive design and unparalleled fit. Many of our styles are evocative of the past with feminine details and dressmaker finishes for today's modern woman. Our clothes come in a wide array of fabrics and colors in sizes 0 through 26, and our custom capabilities allow you to tailor any item to your specific requirements ensuring you a flattering fit.

Our Vision:

At eShakti, we know that all sizes are not created equal. You no longer have to conform to standard measurements that don't flatter your shape. You can shop for exactly what you want without compromising fit or style. Take advantage of our custom capabilities and let us provide you with a product that was truly made for you!

Our Policy:

eShakti puts you in charge of choosing the fit and styling that best suits your shape. Of course, you may choose any garment without customizing. All eShakti merchandise is guaranteed. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase for any reason, you can return it for a full refund. In fact, we want to know how we can serve you better, and encourage you to take the time to write us and share your thoughts and comments. 

You can learn more about eShakti by following them on Twitter and being a fan on Facebook. 

*I was not paid or compensated for this post. The opinions in this post are 100% mine. I was provided the products pictured to review for this post by the Company / PR Company.

Label Shopper Clothing Review and $25 Giveaway Holiday Gift Guide

I don't buy a lot of clothes for myself, but when I do, I look for things that are well made and long lasting. These items might cost a little more, but I think investing in quality is extremely smart and frugal in the long run. I do have some favorite designer labels, but those labels usually come at a high price. So I was happy when I came across an online clothing site that offers designer labels at a fraction of their original prices. Label Shopper.com is a great place to take advantage of brand new, designer name cancellations or over-runs by manufactures. Often, the merchandise offered for sale here is simply the result of stores having to make room for newer items.



Label Shopper is a great place to shop if you love getting great deals. The blouse I am wearing here is a black knit ruffle pattern front with 3/4 inch sleeves. It's a designer label that has been deeply discounted. It is dressy enough for a night on the town, or can be casual enough to be paired with jeans. The fit is great and I love the feel of the material and ruffled front.




The pants are khaki denim, straight leg, and are a very well known designer brand. These jeans come with built-in slimming panels that will help shape your curves, and flatten your tummy with ease. These jeans are absolutely comfortable, and the khaki color will easily go with everything in your wardrobe. I will be shopping at Label Shopper again soon. I just love getting great bargains on all my favorite designers.




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