If I wasn’t so busy with everyday life (read: working from home full-time, taking care of a six year old daughter and an autistic four year old), then you better believe that I would spend more time scouring thrift stores and the like for treasure. Even the local Goodwill has some nice stuff to offer, if my own donations (brand new clothes with tags attached, high quality toys, recently published books in excellent condition, etc.) are any indication. While I may not be able to find wedding rings Orange county in a Goodwill or Salvation Army store, I can find plenty of high quality and usable childrens clothes.

My husband’s grandmother was a very big fan of thrift stores, and some of her finds, including a pretty white wicker bassinet and a brand new crib frame (with mattress!) even benefited us.