I worry about Temu. I suspect their low prices are a result of either near-slave labor, cheap materials, both of those, or liquidation. Liquidation feels unlikely. To me, if it’s priced too good to be fair trade and ethically sourced, it probably isn’t.

@slantdwave

Жыл бұрын

I bought from them once, had a good haul for some birthday gifts and immediately deleted the app. The economy *will* collapse from temu

@sergeantcrouton

Жыл бұрын

I came here to say this. It's sickening to think of how shitty the pay and working conditions must be for them to sell that vest for $8, not to mention how they must totally disregard the environment, as well.

@AJ-ls4jh

Жыл бұрын

Don’t like this sponsor :(

@margarethathaway6299

Жыл бұрын

I agree. And for me part of the appeal of thrifting is to be able to avoid new items at retailers with ethical and/or environmental concerns, so the promotion on this video in particular was jarring to me.

@patchouleigh_

Жыл бұрын

It's always seemed to me like a low budget amazon( can you get lower than that ?) And we don't need another amazon.

I am normally such a cynical person but I ran a 10k without telling anyone, so there was no one in the crowd who knew me - at one point some people in the crowd were just cheering on strangers and calling out the names of runners they didn't know... it was so uplifting and it helped a lot! So I support cheering at strangers :)

@Caroline_Winkler

Жыл бұрын

Bahh I love hearing this from the runners perspective! It was such a wild moment of connection with strangers for me, so I love to hear that it was that for u. Maybe I’ll catch you at your next run ❤️and next time, tell your people and be proud!!

@heathergraff6740

Жыл бұрын

Thrifting is the best type of treasure hunt!! So glad you’re back, but glad you took some time off too. We all need to do that more! 💛

Can't help but notice the stark contrast between thrifting and fast fashion items from Temu..

@aliciaa.8059

Жыл бұрын

My thoughts exactly, not judging, just confused.

@seaprincess700

Жыл бұрын

Same. And very off brand for someone like Caroline, who I have come to know as someone who buys smartly, and carefully with much consideration.

@choupette_44

3 күн бұрын

Hey everyone is a “contrasted “ person, it’s called human being. Do you have a car? If you do so you actually pollute our planet. But I don’t blame you to have a car. I ride a bicycle and I’m a vegetarian and I don’t blame people who go to Macdonalds driving 😅 internet is the place where people judge or criticize other people. I’d rather watch myself in a mirror before. Kindly saying 😊

“I don’t know any of you guys, but I wish you all the best!!” is a mentality we should 100% adopt for all time. Now. Immediately. Because what IS life except a very long marathon?

@Caroline_Winkler

Жыл бұрын

Oh she got deep. These are truths 🙌

@warpdirection

Жыл бұрын

Such a nice comment!

@biggothepiggo

Жыл бұрын

I'm never offended by Caroline, but she took a lovely idea and with the (paraphrasing here), "Even the shit ones. We know you suck and you're never going to make it, but even you deserve to believe in yourselves," and made it pretty toxic and so condescending. That's your narcissism talking; you can't be happy for the good ones because you are so competitive, so you low key bully the slow ones, in a backhanded way, to make yourself feel good. F#ck you, Caroline. :) Also, it's "boutique" with a u. Rube. You may as well be the person with that fake Ohio accent if you're going to call it a botique.

@justmeandthethree

Жыл бұрын

I can't thrift. I can't even drive . I have chronic IBS (with oily discharge) so leaving the house without proper protection can be problematic. I am an old lady (40+), and I wish there were a solution. I enjoy feeling fresh and confident. Do you have any suggestions? Many people are talking about this.

@justmeandthethree

Жыл бұрын

​@@Caroline_Winkler 😊

You’re the only KZreadr whose absence I notice 😂 good to have you back, but also so glad you got a little break!!

@Caroline_Winkler

Жыл бұрын

doh 🥹 im so glad to be back!!

@FrogeniusW.G.

Жыл бұрын

Yes. I've got one tuber whose absence I notice within a week. But _Carolines_ absence I (we all?) noticed within one day. A saturday (or at least weekend) without her feels unnatural by now. 🤪 Don't know what that says about me.. 😬😶

@Raina124

Жыл бұрын

Caroline, you look beautiful & rested, but missed you terribly while you were gone. You remind me so much of my daughter, love you🤗

I’ve missed you pretty girl! You bring joy to this 70 year old girl.

@Caroline_Winkler

Жыл бұрын

Lenora you're my hero, thank you for the sweetest words, I'm so glad to be back!

@lyric8529

Жыл бұрын

@Lenora Morris 🤗💝💐

@wandadelacruz2486

Жыл бұрын

Aww I missed you sweet and pretty young girl. I love your sense of humor 😊

Temu makes me uneasy, but yes to thrifting!

That yellow top on you is giving all the beautiful spring vibes I need. WELCOME BACK, QUEEN.

Hi Caroline! I'm an older woman (67) retired, no $, no friends. Not compIaining, just stating facts. I do have and am blessed with three wonderful children and believe me, I do understand how very lucky I am. So, that being said... I absolutely love your attitude! Giving the world a big "FU" and telling it like it is. You perk me up, make me laugh and keep me going with every video. Thanks so much for the mental lift you give me. Blessed be.

@dees3179

Жыл бұрын

Hey Nina, congratulations on retirement. Hope you have lots of financially efficient fun. You won’t be the only person in your area who thinks they have no friends…hope you can find each other if you want to. Even if it’s a stitch and bitch club weekly or people to trade extra veggies with, rather than besties forever.

Yes beeeyotch....she's back. You are unlike any other content creator that I follow. I just live for your openness and legendary sense of humour. X

@Caroline_Winkler

Жыл бұрын

ahhh this beeeyotch is back!!! missed this place v much 🥲

@amoijoy573

Жыл бұрын

❤❤

I'm so glad you took a break but I sure did miss you. I'm a 62 year old grandma and watching your videos just makes me very happy. Much love from Southern California (you were in my neighborhood on your vacation! The South Bay is our very own paradise!)

When I’m thrifting I have to keep repeating the mantra “just because I like it and it is a good deal does not mean that I have to buy it.” I am trying to be more intentional with my purchases because it is too easy to justify buying something that is inexpensive. I need to reduce the clutter and only buy things I absolutely love. I’m sorry that you got that parking ticket!

Thrifting is my life. Retail is a task, thrifting is a treasure hunt!

The thumb nail made me laugh right out loud. Fantastic. My husband did triathlons and all the things (3 day bike races, half marathons, 10 K’s ….) and his brother runs all the big marathons and I loved it. So much. That whole community are the people I want around me when the apocalypse happens. Seriously. They’d give you the shirt off their backs and would make you believe anything is possible. I miss it. Just being at one of those events restores all hope for humanity. That yellow lamp shade sparked instant joy in me. I didn’t know I needed such a thing, but apparently I really do. I had to go back and rewatch everything that came after that because I realized I had spaced out imagining all the places that lamp shade would look so good in my house 😂

@robinhoward4204

Жыл бұрын

It's so Caroline and anyone familiar with her videos gets it. Not offensive at all😂

The edits of the bag poses. Hell yeah Paige. Love her editing your videos, she’s got great timing. You 2 are a dream team. Great finds- very supportive of the lil wood bowl

@Caroline_Winkler

Жыл бұрын

Paige is an absolute dream, she’s so so talented ❤️❤️so glad u loved it!!

@jonatochet

Жыл бұрын

PS. That company Sunnycity is a cool lil company for vegan leather bags. Good find!

I love the idea of thrifting as a low cost/sustainable alternative, and I love your videos Caroline! I don't know how to feel about Temu. It looks like it's another Shein, and IDK. I know, I know, we live in a very capitalist society with very murky supply chains and don't know how much it makes sense to single out one particular thing, but yeahh.

No longer hiding my fanning.....Just recommended you to my granddaughter, 28, and since I am 87 I hope she will become a fan too. You are such a wise though questioning young lady. You help us all forgive ourselves for not knowing everything! Lots to learn at any age. Keep relating to us all.

Caroline you’re amazing. You are such a breath of fresh air on the Tube. I’m 54 and am so inspired by you. You have so much to teach us older girls. Thank you for everything you put into your channel. I appreciate you ❤ from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺

@Caroline_Winkler

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. Truly my favorite comments are when I hear from different generations - sometimes older than me, and I know some people also watch with their kids. And nothing makes me happier than hearing how these videos just resonate with HUMANS. No other requirement. Thank you for the love ❤

Love you, love your videos and want you to get sooo many sponsorships, but Temu is fast fashion/decor and it's a bit of a bummer to see. Just since it's Earth Day this came out and you're thrifting really cute/lasting finds and the Temu stuff just goes to sh*t so fast. But love you Caroline!

I volunteered once at a marathon, working the finish line, cutting the computer chips off the runner's shoes. It was amazing. Some of them would lean on me while I stooped to cut the chip off. They were sweaty and bloody and euphoric. I never wanted it to end, it was so amazing. Honestly, I think it's a picture of our reception into Heaven! "You're here! You made it! You did so good!!"

I literally have cried when I saw everyone accomplishing their goals at a marathon. It’s such a crazy experience, I hope to run one someday.

It is very special the way you cultivate self acceptance/care/improvement without being falsely positive. I just turned 23, and in the last year, I have started learning to take responsibility for my own behaviors and feelings for the first time. Your videos are helpful reminders to meet myself where I am, not take myself too seriously, and embrace the humor in everything. So I guess I just wanted to say thank you! Wish you all the best !! :))

Finding a bunch of stuff you certainly don’t need at all is the beauty of the thrifting treasure hunt. And also why I am not allowed to go thrifting super often….😂😂

@tonygroves5526

Жыл бұрын

Yup. "Thrifting" is my Dh and my weakness. Oh the irony that it is the one thing that can mess up our budget. We need a reward for avoiding garage sales and thrift shops. The reward just can't be a trip to the thrift shop! 😂

@marissabulso6439

Жыл бұрын

@@tonygroves5526 hahaha, exactly!!

I'm literally obsessed with your videos. If I'm feeling like crap... .GONE! Soon as I watch your video I'm instantly in an amazing mood, grinning, confidence boosted, and ready to take on the world. Thank you! Can't wait for the next one! 😁

@Caroline_Winkler

Жыл бұрын

Incredible to hear. I’m so glad friend. Hug to you!

I used to live in Minneapolis and their marathon went right by my house. I absolutely loved sitting on my front step cheering on the runners, especially the slower ones just like you. It was a wonderful day that restored my faith in simple kindness.

Not gonna lie, I was a lil bummed that you didn’t grab the giant flower painting in the first store. I would have strapped that sucker to the roof of my car! 😍 It’s always a good day when you post a new vid, Caroline. You are priceless. ❤

@hugbloom2664

Жыл бұрын

Yes I reckon that flower painting would really make someone's room

@lp7931

Жыл бұрын

I really wanted it. 😆

@carolmiller8811

Жыл бұрын

Not to besmirch Caroline’s paint swatch artistic creation, but I immediately thought how wonderful that flower painting would look above her sofa! ❤

@spa-peggymeatballs4861

Жыл бұрын

Dude. I want that painting.

My Saturday can officially start now that Caroline has posted 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

I subscribed because I needed help finding my own style moving from a tiny apartment to a big house and figuring how to make it feel like a home I enjoy...but as an older sister, you give me such middle/little sister vibes that listening to you helps me cope living so far from my own sisters 😂 so oddly, thank you

It’s so fun to cheer and crew races! I love you picked up the energy of the crowd, and it REALLY helps the runners when someone acknowledges you are working so hard, and have been for months or years. Love it. 💛

I love thrifting and antiquing and I’m so excited to see a new generation getting into it ❤❤❤ there’s so much wonderful and good quality stuff out there that needs to be loved again!

Love the yellow vest!🌻 Also, appreciate your comments re: the design details of random pieces that caught your eye. e.g. the arms of the chair, the glossy finish on the dresser, etc.

Just got back from thrifting to find this video. My Goodwill redid their layout and I was asking if there were put-back racks and the woman working thanked me for checking. I told her, ‘you gotta respect the thrifts gods, gotta give good to get good’. She had never heard this!? She started laughing and agreed. Gotta give good to the thrift gods to get good. I wish you all luck on your thrifting adventures.

You are bang on when you say that those bringing up the rear are the ones most deserving of cheering and admiration - those are the ones for whom it ain't such a breeze. And yet they're the ones who are often the most 'forgotten" by the cheering crowd at the finish line. As in : sometimes there just ain't many people left for cheering.

Temu, Caroline? Are you sure? 🫤

Caroline, I truly LOVE watching your channel so much. I grew up in Bethesda and left to join the military at 18 years old. I am 30 now, out of the military and living in Wichita, Kansas. Your footage of the DMV really brings back memories especially your clip of the beloved Mormon Temple, or as we called it the Magic Kingdom when I was a kid. Thank you for putting so much heart and creativity in your work. ❤

Caroline, love starting my Saturdays with you. You are Sunshine ☀️🕶️ My smile meter is off the charts watching you thrift! Glad your back❤️

I totally identify with cheering at races for people bringing up the rear. I tutor middle school students for mt job. Its basically the same thing. As a person who is very hard on themself, it ends up infultrating my self-talk, and all of a sudden I believe in myeself for a little while?!? Witchcraft! In a very non-canceling, gentle way, i do want to bring up the irony of thrifting (good for the environment, often employs people who have disabilities or are involved in some sort of support system) and adverising for Temu at the same time. (Its not possible to sell items for this price and have good materials, quality, pay/conditions for workers). I know that you will continue to do you, which I love about you! You model so many positive attributes while being totally real about your boundaries and beliefs. So thank you!

You just made my rainy day here in Toronto! Your Value Village is WAY better than our local ones. Loved you sharing tips for discernment. Two other things I find I need for thrifting are mind space and energy. Also... I have to say, I LOVE your throwback music at the end!! Welcome back after a well deserved break 😊

I also have this “tiny things” condition. Booknooks, legos, doll houses, dioramas… you name it, I love it! My husband once came home with this teeny tiny three ring binder for me. I haven’t though of a use for it yet, but I love it.

This was such a gift! I talked myself out of going to my favorite thrift store this morning, need to do some major declutter first. Now I’m happy 🤗

I've already commented but I wanna say 2 things... You look BEAUTIFUL in yellow! Love it on you💛 When you were talking about the 'Rehab Tolerance'...it is ABSOLUTELY the thing I had to start thinking about when purchasing anything thrifted. I'd get excited about a certain piece but didn't think about the time,money or work I'd need to put into it (if any). 💜💜

not the temu ad... 🙈 I don't trust retailers who have prices so cheap for brand new garments. Someone along the supply chain must be getting exploited.

Seriously so refreshing to see people just being themselves. Love love love watching your videos!

This was such a joy to watch, glad you had a good break! I think the first video of yours that I watched was the Antiquing and thrifting home decor video, so watching this was just a great throwback to when I first found you!

Missed you Caroline - you had me chuckling within the first 2 minutes. So glad you are back!!

I don't know what this says about me but my immediate thought regarding " rehab tolerance" was in regards to romantic prospects. Like yes, everyone is messed up but some people are just beyond what I can cope/work with right now & I'm sure that's applicable to me for some people! * Yes that top is cute. Such a sunny yellow :-)

@deniseunterman9652

Жыл бұрын

I love your association to romantic relationships. So, so true.

I fucking love hanging out with you. Your energy is so good, it’s like we’ve been friends our whole lives. I love that you encourage and lovingly slap me to improve myself because I deserve it! Thank you for being you.

I love your videos! I’ve been watching for a couple of years, and they’ve really made me find my personal style in interior decorating ☺️

I was born in Silver Spring!! Oh- and you absolutely crack me up. I love the balance of encouragement, energy and sarcasm.

I couldn’t go thrifting this weekend because I got sick, so I’m very thankful you’re taking me with you without me having to leave my bed 😂❤

Yay!! I’m glad you are back and that you have yourself a break! ❤

been in a v thrifty mood lately so this is definitely motivating me to go and act on it. was really satisfying watching you peruse and pick out little treasures and see your thought process on it all 😊

Glad to see you back! I would have had such a hard time leaving that second store without every single rug, even though I am in fact not that rich and don’t live in a house large enough to use them all, but my soul just needs them you know 😅

I live in Spain and the #1 thing I miss about the U.S. are the amazing thrift stores!!! Always such a fun treasure hunt and such a great way to prevent waste and prolong the lifespan of clothes, decor, furniture, and more. Welcome back from your holiday, Caroline, and thanks for taking us along!

@sarahbreed6798

Жыл бұрын

Do they not have thrift type shops in Europe? I hadn’t considered it, just curious. What happens to discarded/donated items?

@katymerk1750

Жыл бұрын

@@sarahbreed6798 Depends on the country. In Germany for example I think thrift stores are common. In Spain there isn't much of a second hand culture. People buy a lot less here and tend to use their things for longer. For clothes, I think mostly they get donated to charity and there is one chain of clothing thrift shops called Humana. For furniture, many rental apartments come furnished so people buy/change their furniture a lot less frequently. There are antique and vintage stores but they are much more expensive than a thrift store. It's starting to change a little, especially with young people and in big cities, but thrifting is still kind of a new concept here.

So good to see you back here, I hope the break was fun and enjoyable. I love going thrifting, so thanks for taking us along!

Stellar video! Honestly all of your videos are just top notch, you’re such a wonderful creator and I’m so glad to have found your channel! Stoked to see you’re back for the time being ☺️❤

such a funny person! you’re the kind of people we wanna have around. love to watch your videos. sending you love from Brazil!

I’m thrifting vicariously through you, so thank you! 😄 I’m currently living in a country with no second-hand shops. Missing it and looking forward to it when I get home!

@leorising8074

Жыл бұрын

Really? No second-hand shops? Where are you? I'm in the states 😊

I have the tiny thing condition. I have a large collection of tiny trinkets collected since 18 mos old. Kept them in very large glass vases and recently moved them to a big basket.

@sherlhoeppner2392

Ай бұрын

I'm sick for vases and pitchers!!

First off, I love your content and your style. I just have to comment about the sponsor though. I'm getting frustrated with influencers/content creators/anyone supporting brands like Temu. While it may not technically be fast fashion/furniture as it doesn't produce the items, it is clearly promoting gross overconsumption and using fast fashion/furniture companies and exploiting workers. No company that offers THAT much for so little can be an ethical and sustainable company. We cant truly afford companies like this. With the little research I've done that much at least is clear. So I'm a bit disappointed you're taking a sponsorship with them. I still love your content and will continue to support you and your videos. This kinda stuff just gets under my skin, especially on Earth day. (Please feel free to correct me if any of this is false.)

@Caroline_Winkler

Жыл бұрын

Hey friend I just want to say how much I appreciate this thoughtful and articulate comment, and more than anything how you were able to share constructive feedback in a really helpful way. I can tell you, it’s an incredibly rare skill and I become very aware of that when reading comments. So thank you for what you shared and how you shared it, you’ve definitely given me something to think about and I appreciate it ❤️

@siennamei3843

Жыл бұрын

@Caroline Winkler thank you for your thoughtful response and consideration! I wasn't sure if you'd see it. I'm glad my comment didn't come across in a hateful/unhelpful way. Truly do value your content and you seem like a lovely person. Sending you love 💕

@ReginaAntonina

5 ай бұрын

​@@Caroline_Winklerso why is it still here if you become"aware" ffs ....

@celticlass8573

8 күн бұрын

@@ReginaAntonina Because contracts are binding?

LOVE the Unique/Value village in Silver Spring. I think 80% of my home decor has come from there 😂 There’s also a huge antique store at Savage Mill, but it’s a little pricey.

Welcome back, Caroline! So happy to have you back on Saturday morning!

Missed you ❤ glad you're back and can't wait for more apartment updates if you've finished painting / rearranging 😊

Dying over the purse styling 😂😂👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 So good!

You should definitely run a marathon. You were spot on with all the positive vibes. You’ll be happy you did it, even just once or for even a half marathon!

I ran my first half marathon on a whim. I was running regularly, but didn't hear about the race until the week before. Ran it and just loved the experience. I ended up running 5 full and dozen half marathons. There is nothing like that experience of the crowds, the camaraderie, the the exhilaration of the accomplishment. I was excited to hear your excitement about attending one. It makes me want to sign up for another.

As an Irish viewer I was sad to see the Irish coffee table book be sacrificed BUT also, them green hills and castles get very samey after a while. The furniture book and mattise definitely have more longevity 😂

Love you Caroline I clicked so fast I’m at a red light and my kids are like whoa talking mommy I said this really cool lady mommy wishes was her friend. We are on our way to a native plant sale in FL. Love thrifting with you!!

@USA1492

Жыл бұрын

Yay native plants 🌱 Florida!

Marathons are the best!! I have a party for the NYC marathon every year and it's my favorite day of the year. Totally agreed about the positivity! You have a standing invite if you're ever in NYC for the marathon!

I was so sad to not see any uploads from you the past to Saturdays, but I know you deserve a break. Glad you’re back and glad you took time off! Your videos always uplift me ❤

You can't thrift with us!! 😂 What a fun video! Thank you for uploading!!

That yellow looks gorgeous! Great video!

I found your channel randomly mentioned in a Paige Wassel video. Your AD review with your sister was the first video I watched and I binged all the others in a few days. 2 weeks ago I didn’t have a clue who you were, then I quickly became obsessed and kept refreshing your channel.

So much fun! Thank you & you were missed. Thought we had to go to some paid monthly service to see you. I had a floral arrangement made for me based on your low flat vase idea of $2.99 vase - just love it. You really inspire & now I’m trying to find chair/ table similarly to what you put in your mom’s guest bedroom makeover. 😊

I had to skip through the Temu like I do with every KZreadr these days, but the rest of the vlog was amazing, love your personality! All I can say is do your own in depth research on the company and watch for double charges on your card. Thrifting is everything ❤

Yess I’ve missed your videos being a part of my Saturday morning routine

The editing is everything!!! I loved how Paige edited the styled items at the end! Love your content Caroline!

I FREEEEEAKING LOVE this editing (that music!!!!) combined with Caroline's charisma and my fave hobby, thrifting ♥

Finally someone making sense of my version of retail therapy! Browsing antique stores, estate sales, yard sales, & thrift stores! Usually after my therapist appointments lol (reflection while observing interesting items)

I wish we had thrift stores this huge in Germany…seems like no-one in the US would ever need to buy anything new 😅

@leonore3349

Жыл бұрын

They keep buying things new, that's why they have so many secondhand items.

@ratioetscientia

Жыл бұрын

@@leonore3349 Ah, probably true…and maybe having an easy way to donate like that would only super-charge consumerism in Germany, too.

@leonore3349

Жыл бұрын

@@ratioetscientia Yeah, but there's other factors at play too. Some cultures have a bias against buying secondhand, mine included. People rather throw things away.

@kisikisikisi

Жыл бұрын

I live in Finland and I keep saying that the country should ban the sale of new glassware until we have emptied all the thrift stores and flea markets 😄 Flea markets are a huge part of our culture thankfully, but I really wish people would go there instead of ikea when they need glasses or cups.

@indigo_diary

Жыл бұрын

I live in Austria and I've never seen a thrift store of this size in my life 😮

Nice book finds! Big Matisse fan. Saw an exhibit at MOMA once and I was hooked.

Fun video! I’m actually going to a vintage mall (big space, multiple vendors -I think it is somewhere between thrifting and antiquing. ), so these tips are helpful!

Hi Caroline, So glad you enjoyed your break and that you’re back! But I’m devastated you’ve promoted Temu 😢 You’ve broken my heart a little with this one.

I’ve been watching KZread since it was created and you are the first KZreadr whose next upload I have checked for ahead of time.

I LOVE vintage home decorating books. I got one for a $1 at a library sale entitled “How to Furnish Old American Homes” and was published in 1949!

Love it!!! So much CUTE stuff!!! Thank you for sharing! Def have to check those places out when I make my way to DC someday! Glad you’re back and refreshed. Excited for the secret project!

I like the snap transitions! Saucers = Adulthood I appreciate that you said, "Do I need it" and put it back. Very well done. I'm allergic to clutter, myself.

The thumbnail and title legit made me so happy haha! Update: I've gone to that exact thrift store for years! I always get so overwhelmed in there!

@deniseunterman9652

Жыл бұрын

Same here, Kara! My greatest find there has been a 12-inch perfectly seasoned cast iron skillet for $9. Be still my beating heart.

@jmsa26

Жыл бұрын

I'm so astounded at the size of thrift stores in the US! It would be like a full time job to thrift over there (dream job btw) The fact you have shopping carts even. Signed an Aussie :)

Omg love the orange flower painting ❤

I LOVE these thrifting vlogs!! ❤❤ Those stores aren’t too far from me, I think I would love to check out the consignment shop! I love the Unique thrift store we have in Falls Church, they have a humongous glassware section. Same with B Thrifty in Annandale- and I always find amazing things at the Goodwill on Main Street in Fairfax! You’re right, it took me a long time to thrift thoughtfully because I would just grab everything and anything. Now I think- where would I put this, what would I use this for, how much time do I want to spend to clean this up, etc. before I purchase. It helps to cut down on clutter. I also always try to clean out my closet and get rid of a few housewares that I haven’t been utilizing regularly every season. If I’m not using it, maybe someone would actually need it!

I JUMPEDDDD! I’ve been rewatching all your vlogs to get my much needed dose of aesthetic+humor+inspiration+design - that only you seem to suffice in providing. Sincerely, Can’t breathe.

I’ve got that TINY obsession too!!!! 🎉 🥄 🍴

I'm so glad you're back! I also love to thrift, and try to be responsible. I picked up a little milk glass candy dish recently that had made it like 70 years without a mark on it and five minutes after I put it on a shelf my cat pushed it onto the floor. Not the first casualty of her boredom. I need to learn kintsugi.

My favorite not quite thrift find of all time is my TV stand. I took trash out to my apartment's dumpster, and there it was, off to the side. Exactly the size and style that I wanted. Solid wood, corner unit, plenty of storage. It was oak. I would have preferred a darker stain but it was free so home it came. I hid the scratches with furniture markers, and we've had it for years. There's not many better feelings than finding pretty much exactly what you want for absolutely nothing.

I loooove your videos and your philosophy and your everything!!! I so wish my single 39 year old daughter would watch you. She needs your viewpoint Having said that ….temu? Idk Caroline convince me lol I’ve heard other KZreadrs say they take your images from other things and use them without permission. Also like wish and Shein I hate to think about the labor involved and the conditions. I know I buy stuff here without knowing that could be the case but if I kno for sure I don’t think I can buy. Not hating or criticizing because honestly I really admire you (I’m 64) wishing I’d been that self aware at your age. Just asking your opinion on the temu thing Stay well❤. Happy you’re back

This was posted 2 mins ago. Im in bed half dead and I'm in here like a rat up a drain. LOVE U CW. Thanks for taking me out of the house thrifting as this is what I would be doing if I wasn't being killed by life.

@nicolegregory4429

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Oh man… I feel you. Hang in there. No matter what, if you’re sheltering for your own well-being or heading out to get the basics… you’re doing great! 💜 ~N

@maiadean7053

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By life, or an illness?

@jlina

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​@@nicolegregory4429 I love that sheltering for your own well-being! I am newly single and an empty house after 13 years and I am having trouble making myself leave! I know what to call it now! Some guy on a dirt bike threw a bottle at my brand new truck about a month ago I had to get a new hood in a new fender and I'm still terrorized!

@nicolegregory4429

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@@jlina Oh my gosh! I completely understand!!! I had some guy trying to get in my back door while I was home. Hoodie, dark glasses, face mask, and gloves… it terrified me to my core and I couldn’t sleep for days. There are some really good books I’ve read. Grief Recovery (for loss of all types) and Becoming Bulletproof. There’s just some tips that I found useful. And it’s ok to stay in until you’re ready to deal with the world again. I’m available if you just need someone to talk to or help you work out some plans to step back on your path … but yes, shelter for your own well-being until you feel ready/able. We’re all just doing our best with the situations we’re in until we find another way or path to travel. Chat with you soon! 💜 ~N

@jlina

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@@nicolegregory4429 Hi Nicole, that is actually terrifying! I'm in Texas I probably would have shot him. Wow. Or never slept again! There are so many unanswered for me with the breakup and í don't want to live alone. Would love someone to talk to! I'm 65, hard to find/make friends. Thank you so much!

I love you so much! Thrifting requires patience, relinquishing control and Zen. Nailed it! Big love to you!!!

This comment section is so nice I LOVE IT. So happy your community in this little corner of the internet matches the good vibes you’re putting out ❤

Better a ticket than towed as my friend always says!

Those of us on team DFL appreciate the encouragement from the crowd that hangs out to the end of a marathon.

@jackbrainassociates8806

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Has anyone ever said you remind them of Mary on the show storage wars?