Charity shop finds.

So, last week, I spent the day with my sister and mum, wandering around the charity shops of Skipton. It was one of those days where I had all the luck and my partners in crime did not. Did I feel guilty? Meh. OK, maybe a little bit.

Marks & Spencer blouse, £2.99. Charity Shop.

New Look blouse, £1.99. Charity Shop

Not bad, eh?

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Found!

It’s been a while since I’ve shown any thrifty finds on my blog. So, in the name of secondhand and by the power of grayskull, here goes:

 

A sumptuous mustard yellow velour cushion via charity shop, £3.50.

Parallel Lines on Vinyl via charity shop, £2.49.

Letter rack via flea market, £2.

Watership Down DVD via charity shop, £1.49. Bright eyes...

Ruby red chunky wool cardigan via charity shop, £1.50.

Pretty bow brooch to match my bow ring via charity shop (bought by Kathryn as a present!)

Most of the above were found on the most delightful day out I’ve had in an age. It was simple. It began with coffee and croissants with Kat Got the Cream. Add a dose of terrible British weather, mix in 5 charity shops and a very hot leek and potato soup (seriously, took me half an hour to eat it!) and ta-da , a perfect day. The rain only added to the ‘mmm’ effect when I got home, popped my feet up and drank mulled wine. Thank you Kathryn! Harrogate next

Tote of the week: Marks & Spencer reusable shopper!

I bought this beauty from, you guessed it, Marks & Spencer, whilst in the queue. What can I say, those bright orange carrots spoke out to me! And only 79p! It has 2 little pockets inside for your purse and phone too, very practical indeed.

I took it on it’s first adventure yesterday and picked up these lovely glasses from a charity shop. £2 for the set. Perfect for red wine, my friends, just perfect.

So, the weekend has nearly landed. I’ll be trying to cheer my Dad up, a few days before his long awaited hip operation. I’ll be blogging, reading, eating nice food and drinking mulled wine. Joy!

It’s going to be a challenging day at work today, so wish me luck! Good things ahead though…

Happy Friday!

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Tasty stews, Downton Abbey, Brett Anderson and a thrifted cardigan.

I’m feeling very optimistic today, quite positive and generally happy. I think it’s difficult sometimes to say this, without fear of tempting fate, but today I’m thinking what the hell? So there!

My weekend consisted of Lemsip (immune system at an all time low!), a scalp massager, working like a silly billy, listening to ‘Brittle Heart’ by Brett Anderson over and over (the most beautiful song), thrifty finds on my lunch break including; a red knit cardigan, maroon fitted trousers, a canvas regatta rucksack and an enamel jug to decant tasty hot alcoholic beverages! Watching Downton Abbey, plotting schemes and makery with some pretty fabric I bought, reading through the amazing talent that will be exhibiting at the Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair (very excited!), tasty stews, receiving gifts, watching City Of Men, red wine, our first Ocado delivery (great value and cheap delivery) and writing lots of nice lists…and breathe!

 

A thrifted red knit cardigan, regatta rucksack (gonna jazz it up a tad!), maroon fitted trousers. The only non thrifted item is this beautiful necklace the OH bought me. Pretty, non?

 

I'm looking forward to reading this DH Lawrence book, only 50p. Watching Certified Copy, courtesy of Love Film. Hatching plans of makery with these awesome retro fabrics (eBay) and I can't wait to write ideas in this leather notebook (a gift).

 

 

First stew of the season (Chicken & Chorizo), first red wine and first Ocado shop!

 It was a fine weekend. How was yours?

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Thrifting in Hebden Bridge

 

The best day to ‘get your thrift on’ in Hebden Bridge is on a Wednesday. Before we begin though, here’s a couple of pointers.

It’s always best to be prepared, whether you’re just going for a gander or not. So, bring spare change rather than notes, your trusty brolly, a large tote bag (I carry an old newspaper in it sometimes to wrap things up incase the stall holder/shop has run out) and if you’re super organised, a list.

I take it quite seriously (I know, I must get a life!) and have a thrifty notebook. In it are lists of books (listed by author), DVD’s, vinyl records and latest wants (toast rack and a canvas rucksack).  It’s really helpful in charity shops when I’m staring at a bookcase of books forgetting what I’m after and also good to keep you on track and away from the obligatory tea cups and typewriters, tempting though they are.

OK, so you have your list, your brolly, bag and pennies? Let’s begin!

First of all there is the Hebden Bridge secondhand market (outdoors) every Wednesday, 8am-4pm. Usually around 20 stalls, full of clothing, furniture, antiques, vinyl, DVDs, kids toys & clothes and beautiful vintage loveliness. The type of place where you can still get bargains for 50p…my type of flea market.

 

Next up, over at the Holme Street Arts Centre, is a craft & secondhand market (indoors) where you can rest your weary thrifty bones and have some delicious homemade tea & cake. Perfect. Again, great bargains and the opportunity to see some local crafters and their lovely makery.

Then we have the charity shops. Oxfam, Overgate Hospice, RSPCA (my personal favourite), Tia Greyhound rescue, Age UK (another goody!) and Shelter – all located within easy walking distance. I can spend a happy morning browsing around these. Get delving in those boxes!

Finally, if you are still up for a bit of treasure hunting, take a visit to the Antiques Centre. Oh, how I love this place. Two floors of antiques, furniture, collectables, vintage clothing, jewellery and more. It’s very special and smells uh-mazing!

I hope you find this short Hebden Bridge thrifting guide useful! Happy thrifting!

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