Rating Our Thrift Purchases

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Rating Our Thrift Purchases

FromThanks, it's Thrifted

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47 minutes

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Nov 9, 2022

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We've thrifted some gems over the years, but not all of our finds have been winners. We're rating our thrift finds and the lessons they taught us.
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Nov 9, 2022

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A celebration of thrifting and the bond it created between two treasure-hunting friends. Thanks, It’s Thrifted is hosted by Dina (@dinasdays) and Shannon, two lifelong thrifters who are committed to sharing the cost, creative, and environmental benefits of secondhand shopping. Come for the tips, stay for the laughs.

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Rating Our Thrift Purchases

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