Are you stressing about your budget for Christmas this year? Do you need cute gift and decoration ideas that won’t cost you a fortune? Shopping at second hand stores may not be ideal for your gift ideas, but there are many ways to take used clothing and turn it into unique personalized gifts. You can also turn used clothing into wrapping paper and table settings for the Christmas season. Here are a few ideas of how you can turn used clothing from the Arc into affordable, adorable Christmas projects.
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Thanksgiving is just around the corner. With the growing popularity of Pinterest and the DIY (Do It Yourself) lifestyle there is even more pressure to set a fancy, chic and unique Thanksgiving celebration. Even if you are not one for fancy dining, you can still set a fancy Thanksgiving table with items found at second hand stores. If you’re
Chico high schools battle for bragging rights at the Almond Bowl, the annual football game between the two high schools in Chico. The long-standing rivalry between Chico High and Pleasant Valley High will be reignited on Oct 24th as they battle on the Chico State football field for citywide glory. This football game means a lot not only to the football players, but to all students, alumni, parents and family members! Those attending are in for a wild night as these rivals fight for bragging rights for the year to come.
Summer has come and gone way too quickly, and it is almost time to go back to school. No one wants to be seen in the same old things they wore the previous school year, so it’s time to update your wardrobe with fun new things. When shopping for new clothes you should always consider shopping at second hand clothing stores to save money where you will also come across unique items that will make everyone jealous. Here are 5 tips that will help you jump start your back to school shopping list.
Summer is here, or at least the heat outside feels like it, and with temperatures rising it’s time to pack away your winter clothes and create your fun summer wardrobe. When trying to keep up with new fashion as the seasons change second hand clothing stores are very convenient if you are on a budget and looking for ways to save money, but still want to look like a fashionista.