While between errands, I made a quick stop at a nearby Thrift Store. This is what we got for $20:
- A Ralph Lauren jean jacket (for me). The best score of the trip.
- A girl's Hanna Andersson shirt for next fall
- A girl's Children's Place shirt for next fall
- A pair of crop pants for next summer (for me)
- A plaid flannel dress for our daughter - the beginnings of this Halloween's "Pippi Longstocking" costume
I've read the book "
America's Cheapest Family" and picked up many great money saving tips. By far, my favorite tip is to buy clothing in sizes/seasons ahead, that are either at the thrift store or on sale at a retail store, then inventory in a notebook what you have. That way, you won't overbuy, and you'll be ready for the next season. Just get the clothes out of the attic.
Amazing - being thrifty and "green" often overlap!
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I like the idea of buying clothes for myself at the end of the season to use next time the season rolls around. I try to do the same with Kat, but I have more trouble since I don't really know what size she'll be wearing when the season comes around again. Some things, like tops, I can guess at fairly well. With other things, like shoes, I'm taking my chances.
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