Throughout our 15+ years, ThriftSmart has joined forces with some incredible partners to do fantastic work in our local communities. ThriftSmart is passionate about seeing transformations happen in our community. It doesn't matter if you shop, donate, volunteer, or partner with us, you are a...
Beauty and budget are not often terms that go together. However, there are many ways to find affordable fashion and makeup without compromising your style. Budget beauty relies on setting yourself up for success and avoiding temptations to purchase more expensive items. It may sound...
Summer is almost over. Do you know what this means? It’s back-to-school time! This means it’s also time to spend an alarming amount of money on back-to-school clothes, backpacks, shoes, etc. Or is it? As the kids head back to school this August in Williamson County Schools, many parents...
Moving soon? It may seem like a daunting task—as anyone who has dealt with a move before sure knows. But the fact is, moving is a part of life. And with a little bit of foresight, planning, and prepping, you can make your home move...
When you think about thrifting, you may assume that in order to “do it right” you need to ditch all of your regular shopping habits to do so. The truth is, you can weave thrifting into your normal habits naturally and easily. And you can...
5 Summer Fun Ideas for the Kids Using Thrift Store Finds As the days get longer and the temperature continues to climb, it’s clear that summer is on the way! For many people, that means garden parties, trips to the beach, cookouts, and 4th of July celebrations....
Enjoy a tasty meal on a budget - plus a few grocer tips, recipes and cookbook staples! There’s a rhythm to the summer breeze, and Music City eats are doing a little dance in step. Yet how can the foodies of the world possibly pick an...
Who knew thrifting could get thriftier? Scouting items second-hand is an artform in and of itself, but true thrifters know the best-kept secrets of saving even more while thrift shopping! Becoming a pro-thrifter is a valuable life skill, and mastering the skill isn’t easy. Whether...
Following the latest kitchen trends of tastemakers in design like Great Britain’s DeVol Kitchens, Pacific Northwest’s Heidi Callier, and Michigan-based Jean Stoffer, we couldn’t be more thrilled to see modern kitchens that juxtapose clean lines with beautifully aged pieces, making the kitchen a place of...
What do Lexus, Turbo Tax and Skittles all have in common? They may be the commercials that win you a thrifted prize at this year’s annual Super Bowl Bingo soiree! Super Bowl bingo is the best way to get everyone involved at any Super Bowl...
