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Ideas for Giving Back During the Holidays

Giving back is at the core of what we do at Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona. If you’re looking forward to giving back during the holidays this year, here are some ideas to get you started.

12.13.18

What Does It Mean to Go Thrifting?

If you’ve ever heard someone say they’re going to go thrifting, you might be wondering what they mean. Simply put, thrifting means to go shopping at a thrift store, garage sale, or flea market.

11.29.18

Shopping with Teacher Fashionista

I’m Jules, a teacher and fashion-blogger in Scottsdale, Arizona. I am currently in my 11th year of teaching in elementary school, and feel so fortunate to be impacting young children, our future leaders. I grew up on a farm in southern Minnesota loving the snow, riding cows, and being a total tomboy. My sisters and I were obsessed with what our teachers would wear and we would talk about it every day.

11.26.18

What to Look for When Buying Cheap Vintage Clothing

Raise your hand if you love vintage clothing! If you’ve ever found a unique vintage item at Goodwill, you know the feeling. For many, wearing vintage clothing is a reflection of their old soul. You’re not just wearing a piece of clothing, you’re wearing a story.

11.15.18

Celebrating Success

Isabel Sandoval felt overworked and underpaid as an inbound employee at a local call center. She found herself regularly stressed, working unmanageable hours and craving a normal work-life balance. Knowing that this was no longer the environment for her, Isabel decided it was time for a change.

11.7.18

Shopping with LINROU

Hi! My name is Lindsey Rouleau and I run LINROU Blog. For years I loved using my personal Instagram account to post my outfits, hairstyles, makeup and more - but it wasn't until April 2018 that I actually decided to turn my love for all those things into a blog. Since then I've expanded a bit, and I love sharing all things fashion, food, and fun in Phoenix!

11.5.18

Fall Craft Projects You Can Get At a Thrift Store

The month of October kicks off a season of feeling festive, cozying up at home, and spending time with loved ones. Make your home feel festive with some simple decorations that you can make yourself or with your kids. If you’re feeling creative, these craft projects will get you in the fall spirit. Plus, you can get some of the supplies at your local Goodwill thrift store. Let’s get crafting.

10.25.18

Decorating your House on a Budget

Home design is a fun creative hobby for expressing your personal style. It can also be a budget buster. When you see beautifully-designed reading nooks or light and bright master bedrooms in a magazine, you’re also seeing a lot of zeros in terms of what it costs to achieve those looks. Luckily, you can achieve your favorite home design style for a lot less by shopping at a thrift store like Goodwill. Even better, it’s way more fun.

10.11.18

5 Reasons Why You Should Shop at Goodwill for your Halloween Decor

Before you know it, Halloween will be here! And so it begins the most wonderful time of year at Goodwill. You’re probably already planning your DIY costume, but did you know you can score Halloween décor at Goodwill too? We have everything you need to deck your house in the creepiest goblins and scariest skeletons.

10.4.18

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