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March Thrift Haul

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We already know I totally blew it this month with “extra” thrifting and swapping, but I haven’t yet shared how I spent my official March budget!  I started March with $51.30 to spend and here’s how it broke down…

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My quest for a plain white tee required several trips to the thrift shop over the past few months where I found anything but... until I finally scored this new-with-tags vintage style white v-neck along with a few other solid tees - perfect for all the skirts I can't wait to wear this spring!
My quest for a plain white tee required several trips to the thrift shop over the past few months where I found anything but… until I finally scored this new-with-tags vintage style white v-neck along with a few other solid tees – perfect for all the skirts I can’t wait to wear this spring!  The dark mint Beaver Canoe (there’s a blast from the past), light mint J Crew and white tees were all $3 each at the March 50% off sale at VV Boutique.
Roots rust coloured tee is perfect drapey!
This $5 Roots rust coloured tee is perfectly drapey!
Also scored this interesting blazer for $2! It needed a good wash but otherwise will definitely see two dollars worth of wear in my life!
Also scored this interesting blazer for $2 at the sale! It needed a good wash but otherwise will definitely see two dollars worth of wear in my life!
I heart t-strap sandals and these Bussola ones are super comfy and were only $7 at the sale.
I heart t-strap sandals and these Bussola ones are super comfy and were only $7 at the sale compared to about $170 regular retail!!
I can't resist mustard anything let alone a perfect condition mustard leather belt for $2.
I can’t resist mustard anything let alone a perfect condition mustard leather belt for $2.
The sheer panels are surprisingly easy to wear and make this an "elevated" shirt dress!
The last piece I scored at the sale was this lilac dress for $9! So so so pretty!

There’s nothing better than a good thrift sale!  Except perhaps the beauty of small town little thrift stores where I found my next few pieces!

I've also been looking for a sturdier plain black tee and lo and behold found one in a little thrift shop in Lacombe!
I’ve also been looking for a sturdier plain black tee and lo and behold found one in a little thrift shop in Lacombe!
Along with these $3 patterned shorts that just happen to be the perfect pairing for all those tees!
Along with these $3 patterned shorts that just happen to be the perfect pairing for all those tees!
And a sturdy cobalt tote in "vegan leather"! Love it and already used it to haul all my books to camp!
And a sturdy $3 cobalt tote in “vegan leather”! Love it and already used it to haul all my books to camp!

My very last purchase, though not my very last temptation, was a $9.10 dress with pockets!

I love the unique style of this dress and the fun print! The label is "Liberty Art Fabrics" which seems appropriate - the dress reminds me of a painting!
I love the unique style of this dress and the fun print! The label is “Liberty Art Fabrics” which seems appropriate – the dress reminds me of a painting!

To recap:

  • Beaver Canoe tee $3
  • J Crew mint tee $3
  • White tee $3
  • Roots tee $5
  • Blazer $2
  • Bussola sandals $7
  • Mustard leather belt $2 
  • Lilac Twik dress $9
  • Black tee $2
  • Shorts $3
  • Cobalt tote $3
  • Liberty Art Fabrics dress $9.10
  • TOTAL: $51.10
  • Balance: $0.20

Not too shabby… except for the fact that I had a whole extra thrifting spree, but as discussed, I *had* to!  Now that I’ve found my tees, I wonder what April’s thrifting adventures will bring!  Stay tuned…!

I scored a total of 12 items at an average cost per item of $4.26!
I scored a total of 12 items at an average cost per item of $4.26!
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  2. Rose by His Grace

    Good for you!  I am wondering if you would be willing to photo and share items that you considered buying, and thought you loved, yet left behind.  I think this would help us to learn some ways to leave behind the treasures we find, yet may not spark the joy, or be the best purchases for our financial budget.  Also, it would be interesting to see some of what you think may work for you, then how you logic your way to leave it for someone else’s wardrobe.  Just an idea….thanks for considering it.

  3. thespiritedthrifter

    Rose by His Grace that is a GREAT idea!  Let me see if I can make it happen in April (sounds like a good excuse to go thrift shopping to me!)

  4. Rose by His Grace

    thespiritedthrifter Rose by His Grace Thanks!  This is great as I believe it will be so educational and helpful for your readers.  I can’t wait to see what you do with this idea!  Enjoy your shopping..I think I will go thrift shopping too!