Blog Posts

Go behind the scenes of Goodwill of Greater Milwaukee & Chicago's first-ever Creator Summit, where influencers, content creators and community collaborators connected through creativity, education and secondhand storytelling.

Want a concert outfit no one else has? Jenny Smith of Starline and Santorini is turning two thrifted finds into one one-of-a-kind look. See how she transforms a graphic T-shirt and flannel into a custom concert outfit with a little cutting, ironing and beginner-friendly sewing.

Looking for a summer boredom buster? See how Morgan transformed thrifted kitchen finds and reclaimed materials into a DIY mud kitchen made for messy, open-ended outdoor play.

What happens when you get a job offer you don’t want? Here’s how to think it through, what to say, and how to politely decline a job offer.

Turn thrifted towels and sweatshirts into a reusable DIY car wash mitt. This beginner-friendly sewing project makes a practical Father's Day gift and a great summer upcycling project.

Turn a thrifted denim jacket into wearable art with this colorful festival-inspired DIY. Learn dot painting techniques, fabric paint tips, and creative ways to personalize secondhand fashion.

This easy Father’s Day DIY transforms a thrifted wooden shelf into playful AM/PM wall decor complete with mug hooks, stenciled lettering, and custom styling details.

This beginner-friendly DIY shows how to turn thrifted flannels into custom bridal party outfits perfect for Nashville bachelorette trips, girls weekends, and wedding celebrations.

Anthony found the help he needed to get a job through a Goodwill Workforce Connection Center community access point at his local library. Now he has a job that provides training, support and promise for the future.

If you’ve been applying for jobs without getting interviews, or getting interviews without landing the job, career exploration can help. Don’t waste time applying to a long list of jobs that might not be right for you. Let us help you discover your skills and how they can fit into a career you’ll enjoy.

Goodwill receives donations of “Tiffany” jewelry regularly. To ensure we do not misrepresent fake Tiffany jewelry as real, we inspect each piece. Here's what we look for when we're trying to spot fake Tiffany jewelry.

Learn how to transform thrifted glassware into personalized chalkboard wine glasses perfect for weddings, bridal showers, bachelorette parties, and celebrations.

Natasha transforms thrifted artificial plants into vibrant outdoor decor using paint, bold color palettes, and creative design techniques inspired by tropical and Palm Springs aesthetics.

Employee stress and job burnout are challenges that affect half of all workers. Goodwill’s IPS team provides insights into how employers can help their employees face and overcome the challenge of job stress.

Inspired by the Met Gala and childhood quilting traditions, this creative project transforms thrifted materials into a couture-inspired quilt that celebrates storytelling through fabric.

Looking for affordable wedding decor? Learn how to transform a thrifted vase into a textured, modern floral centerpiece with this easy DIY tutorial.

Planning a wedding on a budget? Learn how to create custom wedding signs and decor using thrifted finds with this elegant, beginner-friendly DIY tutorial from Morgan.

Looking for a creative handmade gift? Learn how to turn thrifted glass bottles into beautiful painted olive oil dispensers with this beginner-friendly DIY from Cheryl Anderson, The Dotting Chick.

Looking for affordable wedding decor ideas? Learn how to transform thrifted boxes into custom wedding card boxes with paint, texture, and simple DIY techniques.

Looking for an easy, creative DIY? Inspired by UWM’s annual terrarium event, this guide shows you how to build your own using thrifted glassware and simple materials.