COST SAVING DIY TIPS & TRICKS, THRIFTING Part 2 #thrift #diy

Don’t let DIY turn into DI-Why did I spend so much?!🤷🏻‍♀️

I’m here to help you create on a budget! Today, I'm talking thrift stores—one of the best places to score furniture and building supplies for a fraction of retail prices.💯

Rule #1: Just because something is broken or ugly doesn’t mean it’s useless! With a little imagination and elbow grease, you can turn a diamond in the rough into a total showstopper. Older furniture is often sturdier than new, so if it has good bones, it might just need a makeover.💎

ReStores = Goldmines for discounted lumber, trim, art supplies, and hardware. Plus, shopping secondhand keeps materials out of landfills!

✨ A drawer can become under-bed shoe storage
✨ A quilt rack could transform into a cat tower
✨ An old ottoman might have beautiful bun feet worth salvaging
✨ Even an unwanted toy could be repurposed into a holiday decoration!

The key to saving money? Seeing potential where others don’t!😴

Thrift Shopping Tips:

✅ Timing is everything! Look for discount days, color-coded sales, or Habitat ReStore clearance events. Call ahead or check online for the best deals.
✅ Check the free & markdown sections. If something’s damaged, you may even be able to negotiate a bundle discount! The worst they can say is no—but most of the time, they say yes!
✅ Keep a project list & key measurements to avoid overbuying and ensure you get the right-sized materials for your builds.

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