Category Archives: thrift legends

The Force of Thrift

Posted on June 30, 2020 by thriftshopperforpeace

Our family cannot understate the influence that Star Wars has had on us. I clearly remember seeing the film, back in the 70s, at the old Fraser Theatre in Vancouver. It completely captured my imagination. I wanted it to be … Continue reading →

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Thank a Woman for Thrift Shops

Posted on March 8, 2019 by thriftshopperforpeace

It’s International Women’s Day today and it occurs to me that the thrift shop movement owes its existence to women. I once worked for Mennonite Central Committee, the relief, development and peace organization of the Mennonite and Brethren in Christ … Continue reading →

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Fluevog Find!

Posted on November 25, 2018 by thriftshopperforpeace

I love Fluevog shoes. If you’re unfamiliar with John Fluevog and you love shoes, you need to acquaint yourself with this artist. He creates the most amazing shoes: unique, quirky, statement pieces that you can spot a mile away. This … Continue reading →

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Thrift Mentors in Victoria Part 2

Posted on July 23, 2018 by thriftshopperforpeace

I already mentioned last time how much my mom has mentored my sister and I in terms of thrift shopping. She just instilled in us a desire to find great quality products at a fraction of the price and made … Continue reading →

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Things I’m Still Looking For

Posted on May 7, 2017 by thriftshopperforpeace

You’ve heard all the legends, right? Someone finds a (fill in the blank) at a thrift shop and it turns out to be a thing worth tons of money. This has never happened to me. Ever. But it could. Here’s … Continue reading →

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