Amazing Goodwill

Tips and inspiration for being fashionable, upcycling and showcasing your unique fashion style.

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How to Make a DIY Wedding Cake Card Box from Thrifted Finds

Turn thrifted cheese boxes into a one of a kind, vintage-inspired wedding cake card holder with this creative DIY. A unique and personal detail for your big day.
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5 Ideas for an Affordable Thrifted Wedding

Planning a wedding doesn’t have to mean buying everything new. Discover five creative thrifted wedding ideas — from vintage centerpieces to unique favors — that add personality and charm to your big day
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Introducing the Next Wave of Goodwill Community Collaborators

Introducing our new Community Collaborators: creators bringing secondhand to life through fashion, home finds, DIY, and everyday thrift wins. Expect big style, smart tips, and lots of treasure-hunt energy.
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Create Personalized Wedding Napkins with This Easy Thrifted DIY

Add a handmade detail to your wedding day with DIY embroidered napkins made from thrifted cloth napkins. This simple wedding DIY is perfect for couples planning a sustainable, vintage-inspired, or budget-friendly wedding celebration.
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Electronics Recycling Q&A with Goodwill

Many of today’s donors generously contribute electronic devices to support our mission. Learn about electronics recycling at Goodwill and how to prepare your donation.
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What Does Goodwill Really Do?

Have you ever wondered if your donation to Goodwill actually makes a difference? The answer is YES - it does! Learn how Goodwill makes a difference in local communities and get answers to FAQs and myths about donating to Goodwill.
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How to shop at Goodwill Outlet Stores

Shopping at a Goodwill Outlet (often called the Goodwill Bins) is a truly unique experience. If you’ve never visited an outlet, you’re in for the ultimate treasure hunt! Goodwill Outlet stores are perfect for anyone hoping to find bargain prices on thrifted items.
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Is it Real? Finding Valuable Vintage Costume Jewelry

When shopping for vintage jewelry, it’s important to understand what you are buying. If you are interested in vintage or antique costume jewelry for sale, here’s what to look for.
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On-Trend Men's Secondhand Winter Staples Under $20

Oversized jackets, clean layers and workwear staples - all thrifted for under $20. This is how to build a winter fit that actually holds up.
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How to Turn a Thrifted Vase into a Valentine’s Dot-Painted Design

Artist Cheryl Anderson, known as The Dotting Chick, shares how to turn a thrifted vase into a relaxing, hand-painted Valentine’s Day keepsake. Using simple dot painting techniques and an affordable Goodwill find, this DIY project proves that creativity—and second chances—can turn everyday items into meaningful art.
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DIY Valentine’s Day Heart Wreath from a Thrifted Puzzle

Turn a thrifted puzzle into a charming Valentine’s Day heart wreath using simple materials, hot glue, and creativity. This easy DIY adds layered texture and heart-filled style to your seasonal décor.
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Star-Crossed Vase: A Thrifted DIY Written in the Stars

Looking for a gift that feels personal without feeling over-the-top? This star-crossed vase DIY transforms a simple thrifted glass vase into a constellation-inspired keepsake using gold paint and your zodiac signs. It’s easy, affordable, and proof that secondhand pieces can shine a little brighter.
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Styling Pantone's "Cloud Dancer"

Style Pantone’s Color of the Year for under $25 with thrifted finds! Play with coordinating hues, layer textures and accessorize for personality. Affordable, chic and effortlessly stylish.
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How to Upcycle Thrifted Frames into Cozy Winter Decor

Learn how to turn thrifted frames into cozy winter wall décor with easy DIY ideas using Goodwill finds, paint, decoupage paper, and a little sparkle.
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How to Thrift Holiday Decor

Learn simple tips for thrifting holiday decor on a budget. From shopping year-round to repurposing items creatively, these ideas will help you find unique pieces and make your home festive without spending a lot.
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Winter Styling Without Losing Your Style

Winter doesn’t have to mean sacrificing style for warmth. Discover how to embrace layering, texture and structure to create outfits that feel intentional, expressive and effortlessly chic, even in the coldest months.
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Meet Goodwill’s First-Ever Community Collaborators

Meet Goodwill’s first-ever Community Collaborators—five local creators bringing their own unique thrift style, DIY inspiration and sustainable living ideas to our community. Follow along as they share fresh, creative secondhand content all season long.
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Is It Real? How to Tell if Pearls Are Real

Learn how to spot real pearls vs fake ones while thrifting secondhand from an Ecommerce jewelry expert, including what to look for in luster, texture, shape, metal settings and more.
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