Last week I shared a few projects to make with dishes and this week I’ll be highlighting another easy to find second hand item…doilies. You could raid your grandma’s stash but I promise these ideas are anything but old-fashioned! The first idea is doily place card holders that will give your holiday table a festive touch […]
Chicago Treasure Pickers Find Goossens Bicycle
We were very lucky to find this rare 1930s Goossens Special Racing Bicycle being offered at a local Estate Sale by Calico Cat Ltd, 6046 N Avondl Ave, Chicago, IL: It is a rare find as far as bicycles go, as of today we do not know of any others that still exist in complete condition….if […]
Yard Sale Tips
Preparing for a Yard Sale is a lot of work if you have a lot of stuff to sell but there are ways you can make it easy, fun and profitable if you plan and organize ahead of time. The more you do in advance of your sale day(s), the more you’re going to profit […]
Quick and Easy DIY Holiday Gifts
There are several types of items that can ALWAYS be found at garage sales and thrift stores. Mismatched dishes are among these most universal. Today I’m sharing several quick and easy DIY holiday gifts that you can make using dishes. They are also inexpensive so you can even add friends to your list! Use chalkboard […]
Champagne Taste on a Beer Budget
If you’re like me, you have champagne taste but a beer budget. It’s how I thought of the name for my business, Upscale Downhome. I’m always in search of upscale decor items that fit into my down home budget. I’m Sarah Ives, blogger and Etsy entrepreneur, and am excited to become a regular contributor for […]
Resale Shopping: Saving Big on Second Hand
While couponing and timing sales can be a good money saving strategy when it comes to bargain shopping, don’t forget about the opportunities at resale stores, where you can also shop for brand names. Sometimes it can take a while to be effective at shopping thrift, but you’re bound to found something beautiful and functional for […]