HOME DECOR ON A BUDGET | THRIFT WITH ME + HAUL

[@KristenMcGowan]

HAPPY FIRST DAY OF NOVEMBER! I hope you all had a happy Halloween, follow me on Instagram (IG: kristenmcgowan) to see my DIY costume I made this year! Enjoy watching - Hopefully this video inspires you to save money and thrift your home decor & furniture too!

[@joane5777]

I'm on the hunt for some mid century style lamps at the moment. There's great quality and savings to be had. When I find them I'll be ready to pounce❣p.s. your costume was gorgeous Kristen 🎃

[@denig2000able]

Kristen have a look at Oliver Bonas furniture. The Ivar from Ikea could be hacked to look like similar furniture especially the cabinet. And Swoon also.

[@fatimatangan2121]

I love shopping in Value Village stores so I can relate with your lifestyle

[@emg4815]

keep up the good work for real much respect and love from your boy buddha out of Waco Texas W.M.H

[@laurabrown413]

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[@VioletFlowerz]

The candle stick holders are a beautiful wood tone. I love that organic feature. The glass jar is also a great find. I collect cookie jars, so that is how I would use that one. Thanks for sharing your finds!

[@mslaurakres]

I saw the cutest idea on Pinterest of using a toddler car bed as a sandbox.

[@KristenMcGowan]

WOW that is genius!!

[@tammyperkinsmurphy7295]

So cute and affordable

[@ksk881]

The white (or perhaps it was more ivory) sofa for $80 at the Mission thrift store was amazing. It is exactly the style and color that I am looking for, but I have never seen anything that perfect in any of the thrift stores near me!

[@nancyjuarez3255]

I WISH MY THRIFT STORE LOOKED LIKE THAT. I LOVE HOW NEAT IT IS.

[@fb9001]

Oh, that vase is looking stunning😍

[@michellec.4994]

I'm glad to know that the younger generation are thrift shopping..especially college students!! Very nice!!

[@sharonpettigrew5170]

Kristen i know i am in my 60s but i wish you were my friend because you are so positive and would love to learn projects with you…. As retirement is around the corner i would love to learn to refinish furniture for hobby.

[@hremaddox]

I lovethe green vase. Don't paint it! I love it!

[@ceregirl5852]

That green vase is so earthy and beautiful. Leave it! It would go in any decor.

[@tamb7587]

SO , so good to see a young person buying used items, very smart!

[@JolovesDecor]

The green vase would make an amazing lamp. The swing arm light was a steal. Wow!

[@MomTheEbayer101]

You’re right. Look past the original ugliness and focus on the potential. I’ll keep that in mind for my next thrift store trip. 😊

[@Maya-ln1os]

The 1st place you went to is called Savers here in Southern California...and it's my FAVORITE place!

[@shankeaglaspie3101]

They got rid of the savers here in Lubbock I missed it

[@carmensoldevilla1301]

WOW! I have been to several thrift store in the North Dallas areas and none of them look this nice. So many good items. Thank you so much for the ideas....I'm ready to go thrifting and check my luck. Great channel.

[@motownmommy]

Your value village is clean and organized, ours makes me itch.

[@jennifersmissen4262]

The candlesticks were my favorite.

[@angelasagenda]

The big green vase is my favorite find. It’s a perfect neural green.

[@jenniviiv]

Yeah, I would never paint over that vase, especially with some basic spray paint that will look dated in six months. That vase is timeless as is!

[@Anditgoeslike49]

@@jenniviiv I agree totally! I was hoping she would'nt touch it.

[@MariamHamdoun]

@@jenniviiv me too! I like those transparent vases. My favourite! And they are actually very trendy

[@thebeachyfarmhouse6410]

Yes i also Love that wase as is😍

[@lilivestergaard5256]

Yeah I clicked on the video because of that vase. It's so beautiful

[@natibet7546]

When I feel like shopping I try to go to the thrift store. So much fun and takes my mind of the day to day worries.

[@teresenorton4522]

None of the stores around my area pkg things so nicely an the shelves are often a mess! Nice

[@MariamHamdoun]

Oh I know what you are talking about in some other countries I have been to it was a mess and I never liked going my mom in the other hand would dive into that mess and find gems haha but when I see an organized thrift store I enjoy looking around and finding things

[@bgipper4109]

Thrifting is a amazing way to find beautiful things for your home. You have to have an open mind. I do not ever go looking for a certain item. I look for items that match my personal style. I have decorated my entire house this way.

[@katiekat8202]

Those doors handles would make awesome hooks for holding curtains open!

[@laniddog]

Another idea about the place mats it to possibly use it as wall decor

[@samiamdean]

Ooh I'm getting such inspiration from this, can you do a video on how you refinish wood tables and give them a new look?

[@mariamendoza5504]

I fell in love with the big green vase. I would not change the color.😍💕. Greetings from New York City🗽🤗

[@teresasauceda6312]

The thrift stores in my are are alot higher some of those things you showed would be double or triple the amount but it's not full price like the retail price

[@karenbenavente1124]

Wow!! No I sure do not have a huge thrift store like this at all, I love this store! So much to see and find ❤️

[@ellendelima700]

The green vase is beautiful. Don’t change it!!

[@maitelopez2329]

Thank you 🙏 love ❤️ your beautiful videos. I like. The wood 🪵 pice and the green vase. ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@marieradatsz4126]

Love the green vase I definitely would not change it xx

[@robinwallace9655]

Door knocker would make a cute towel holder for bathroom! Fancy

[@KristenMcGowan]

LOVE that idea!!

[@lorraine2070]

Great idea

[@justinlester1771]

I work at a value villiage and always ask what the color of the week sale its usually a bit of dead stock soon to be removed and replaced by newer products its can be 20 to 50 percent off depending on the store. And we are constantly throughout the day putting more Items out. Still my main suggestion if your looking for bigger furniture items come right when we open.

[@pcdc9436]

Decoupage the vases etc... Thank you for AAALLL your very GREAT ideas. Thank you very much👏👌👍😄👊😊🤗👣💖💖💖⚘⚘⚘⚘

[@gabriellenichole3445]

Don’t forget about a clear matte or sea glass spray paint 🎨 I’m excited for my next project! Thank you 😊

[@daynad8104]

Ohhh! Sea glass would be so pretty! 😍

[@buildingshousesinteriordes8980]

The lights on the wall look so pretty once they were on, the ones with the small bulbs.

[@rebeccaberry4764]

First time viewer. I love the green vase. Love the green. Hope you leave it the way it is. It reminds me if the ,70" s. I love vintage. Love your video.

[@brenmanock]

Value village is my fave and if you’re over 55 they have a huge discount one day a week. Furnished my vacay condo from items there. It’s very boho. I love it and your channel!!

[@MultiLadybug72]

I just found your channel (May 2021) You are an inspiration. I'm 67, retired, and ready to do some "refurbishing". I'll be binge watching your videos for the next few weeks!!!

[@lexxlovelyness]

Go you 🥲

[@heididepotter8136]

love the vase. I would leave it green. I lived that bed to. perfect candleholders. loved the furniture

[@AriesRising4444]

Those wood bowls are a great find!

[@20greeneyes20]

Your Very fortunate to have such stores to shop. Me not so lucky. Darn!!!!

[@brendabrooks9699]

Oh my goodness I would never paint the vase I love it!!!! But I’m sure you’ll make it look great too

[@bevparker7154]

Yay! Excellent video. I haven't been thrifting in a while, but I'm inspired to go tomorrow!

[@mukthatumkur3324]

I was just in VV today! I picked up two great frames, which are perfect as is, or I can easily spray paint them. I need to go back first thing in the day and spend quality time, looking at things a lot more.

[@chrislaing6530]

I love that you are In Canada. And in the Toronto area. Yay. 🇨🇦

[@dennissmallwood9082]

Those brass door handles would make cool drapery tie backs.

[@elainereynolds9532]

The clear Jar with the lid I have quite a few that I use in my pantry.....Love them

[@youronthemark7281]

You're so smart! I like going shopping with you. So helpful, especially getting rid of things if you're going to acquire things.

[@savanaabdoun3471]

This was the best thrifting video I have ever seen because this girl was serious.

[@elsiejordan271]

I like the candle holders

[@lillywiggles8264]

Love your channel. Was shocked you didn't SHOW that Gorgeous white cedar chest! I have Never ever seen one made like that! Can't believe it was in a thrift store! WOW someone got the find of the year 🥳

[@annarose.1321]

The floral print chair and couch were my favorites lol!

[@brendajwilson5526]

I regularly look for pet supplies at the thrift store. Correl plates are almost unbreakable for my cats if they knock them off their food station. Used spoons for wet cat food. Down comforters to keep my dogs warm at night. A while ago I found a king sized down comforter that covers both of them-$8. I recently bought a brand new children's Patagonia down vest that is perfectly sized for my cats bed--$9.00. I have bought men's wool sweaters for my cats' beds as well. Stainless steel bowls are a great find for water bowls for pets. Go Kristen-love your positive energy!

[@sneakerfreak2002]

I love her sense of wonder and imagination when seeing the items and the potential

[@missg.5940]

Glue, a Little Green Machine,band spray paint ! Ooh and Goo gone for annoying stickers.

[@amyweaver7413]

I love thrifting furniture and getting a high end look on the cheap! 👍😊🇨🇦

[@tanslife3095]

I found some antique furniture and I'm going to clean it unbelievable I got it from a storage unit sell

[@bettychalvire3481]

Wow, I wish to have that type of stores/furniture here in Miami 🌴🌞 , I love your videos !

[@denises9426]

How would you glue those placemats together to make a jute rug? I’d love to see you do that tutorial. Thank you Kristen, LOVE your videos!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@sissyrayself7508]

You'd be much better off using embroidery thread or even jute thread and hand whip stitching) sew tie them together.

[@jackiefye3529]

You gave good ideas on what to use the wooden bowls for. Thank you. Nice video.

[@aanon5716]

@10:02 that vintage hamper i would have scooped up!

[@thenameslanden2186]

Wish my thrift shops were like this!

[@inescosta2708]

I wish we had this thrift store culture in Portugal, we only have very few small stores were people just send their old clothes that aren't in very good shape The concept of being able to buy furniture in very good shape while still affordable just amazes me

[@pamelawarner5455]

I love the green vase, so pretty!

[@allie1953]

We have the bagged section in our "Savers" thrift stores (which are what Value Village stores are called here in the US).

[@hailan9405]

Loved your idea to give these old stuff a new life! Could you please share how to re-paint the wood surface that’s was already stained. I think it’s a hassle, but you may have a better idea.

[@Donna91556]

I LOVED this video. You a great job setting us up for success and help us with great finds. Donna xoxo

[@dianejohnson7235]

I loved that green vase !!! It is beautiful and the price was amazing!!!

[@jennyberry2610]

Love thrift stores there so cool they have really cute stuff

[@corinnegiglio7583]

Another great video. Thank you for these amazing ideas!

[@cynthiaszramowski7293]

Nice store, you are lucky to have it!

[@courtneyj9961]

“Solid wood, it’d look great painted” I screamed 😭😭 don’t paint such beautiful solid wood pieces 😭😫

[@loveangelprinces1]

Beautiful gold frames they have always been my favorites to display photos. Great video and your Thrift store have lots of beautiful items.

[@sherrydibble7518]

The clear glass jar....I would put my rubber duck collection. Either in the bathroom or on the coffee table.

[@patsiertsema33]

The wooden bowls! Great find!

[@susantasker6120]

I like watching you shop but would really like to see what you do with what you buy

[@robinirby222]

Get books to fill up your bookcases to style your home??

[@falling_leaves]

I like the light!

[@patty237]

Definitely motivated me not my pocket book…as well as the tip for mower… Thank you…

[@Jane-ie9ul]

I'm so happy to have come across your videos. I'm so impressed with your awesome work, good ideas wonderful, tips and interesting videos.

[@marilynweist6307]

I do remember you redoing your niece's bedroom and using the lighted cloud. I am anxious to see how the electric wall sconce and the vase turn out! Take care and God bless!

[@barbarabryan5652]

Love the candle sticks and green vase!

[@teairranicolelife7302]

I love the VASE ❤️❤️

[@7mrst]

Too funny...I was there the other day and I picked up a lot of the same items you did! Lol. Love thrifting! Hugs. xo

[@siddyusman2021]

Hi do you mind sharing thrift store location

[@MariamHamdoun]

You guys are lucky ! Our thrift store don’t have as many good things

[@sherryidibo2304]

Thrift store has got furnitures that are actually looks like new and in good condition...my favorite was the round table with four chairs. Thanks for sharing this you gave me so many ideas.

[@KristenMcGowan]

🙌🏼🙌🏼 you’re welcome!! Thanks for watching!

[@patlemont1335]

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[@nathaliepelletier1351]

Not good, I've watched ALL your home decor I'm loving them.

[@Hugginsince79]

I took my wooden candle sticks painted white and glue a clear red snowflake on its end on the top. Added ribbon on base. It looks like a Christmas topiary.

[@whitefeather572]

I pick up wood bowls all the time..light sand and food safe mineral oil..new bowl!

[@donnagrifford7142]

Fantastic finds! 👏👏👏💞😉

[@christinagonzalez7125]

I love thrift shop find good finds unique style and save money make your project good as new thanks for sharing tips on decorating ideas in your home ppl never they from the thrift shops can look way expensive what u paid for love the thrift store so huge have good finds I watching in your videos some things can find in the thrift store market value what u paid for in the thrift I found guess bag I paid $7 for it the list endless

[@karynverdecchia9095]

I have two of the maple twin beds you admired. They were my brother ‘s and mine when we were children. To the best of my recollection then are at least 65 years old. If we get and extra guest room I think I’ll paint then and make the room really feminine and ruffly.

[@sachamiklusiak6618]

the square wood tray is so pretty

[@mariedamon5655]

Hi i love the old school books .fave was the green vase but also the clear jars are great great video thank you.x

[@arifjohariali]

Love your haul! I agree, you can never have enough baskets :)

[@carolewhite4659]

So many great deals! The Mission Thrift in Mississauga has beautiful furniture pieces plus tons of gorgeous decor accent pieces. I never leave empty handed!

[@teeser2436]

Wish I had thrift stores in my area like you have. Great finds.❤️

[@kimfuentes735]

Wow!!! What an amazing thrift store. I've never seen a thrift store that neat, clean & such nice items.

[@SomethingAboutVintage]

Love that green vase!!

[@dazedconfused5019]

Mission store is amazing, would have gotten several items there.

[@laredfeather8987]

L9ve all your picks! Tasteful

[@Jaybirdtheword]

I would love to see how you use these pieces in your space. Especially after you paint them

[@lysalange4550]

Looking for lighting for our new home. I didn’t even think about looking at a thrift store! Thanks for the idea!