Finding the Best Vintage Bargains on DC Craigslist
When I first met Sarah Lyon (@sarahlyon9), I basically thought she was the little sister I never had. She loves Higher Education as much as I do, loves interior designs AND...she's an amazing Craigslist shopper. The stuff this woman has gotten off Craigslist blows my mind. Ya'll, she's like a NBA Baller status Craigslister.
Recently we put our heads together to come up with a little bit of a rules of the Craigslist game...you know a list of "Helpful Tips to Navigate Craigslist".
The Most Important Tools for Hunting Vintage Home Decor
Over the last few years, I have spent so much time and money buying things at thrift stores and flea markets only to get it home and realize something was wrong or broken….it wasn’t actually tarnish, the silver plate was worn off. Or the area I thought was just dirty is actually a stain. Or what I assumed was solid brass turned out to be brass plate.
I finally got wise and put together a little make up bag I carry with me now when I am out scouting at Estate Sales, Flea Markets and Thrift Stores. Here is a peak inside my magic goodie bag:
How to Find the Good Stuff on Facebook Marketplace
To effectively use Facebook Marketplace, I use broad search terms, expand your location radius, train the algorithm by saving items, and join relevant Facebook groups for vintage finds. This will help you discover unique treasures for your home!
The Best 5 Things to Buy at a Thrift Store
There are some really off-the-wall things I have found and brought home from thrifting. I can't help it. When I find old vintage decorative birds, I have to purchase and put them aside...you never know when I may want to hot glue one to a wreath or add one to a Christmas tree.
My husband doesn’t even bat an eye anymore when I come in with these random items.
While I love the random items, there are 5 things I will never leave behind when I am thrifting:
How to Score Great Finds at Flea Markets
I sure do love a manicure or lunch with friends. I love my morning latte. And I love a good documentary. But nothing...absolutely nothing makes me as happy as Flea Market. I love every single thing about them. I love the sense of community. I love the energy in the air. I love the smell of the concession stand. And I crave the hunt.