Thrift with me | sewing treasures | Frugal quilting

[@bethshibleyquilts]

Thanks for coming along with me today!🙂

[@gregmarilynsexton2350]

Thrifting is so rewarding. Good finds. Blessings

[@eviedenell9179]

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[@amandaaskew7606]

The cross stitched/embroidered quilt is absolutely amazing! This is a big reason why I quilt for myself now. People do not know, care, or simply appreciate the time you put into an item. I got tired of spending money and time stressingboutniver the perfect color, pattern, and then making something, to only get an, "Oooh...thank you", as they set it to the side, and probably put it in a giveaway pile.

[@sjfuqua]

Amen sista! I can't believe someone would give them to goodwill! 😢

[@Yeti-g4v]

I would be so happy if somebody got me a quilt but it’s different for everyone.

[@AmyLouiseDens]

There is such a thing as a recipient being "quilt worthy." I've learned my lesson.

[@lindaladner4949]

@@AmyLouiseDens I made and mailed a baby quilt recently and never even got a thank you. Definitely will never get another. ( I know it was delivered)

[@jeandryja6992]

I see that I’m not the only one this has happened to.

[@paulinechapman5669]

How absolutely true..we dont feel bad do we..

[@pbar8439]

It breaks my heart to see a quilt at a thrift store. Especially one of this caliber that should be cherished as a family heirloom! I am afraid someone would purchase it to use as a moving blanket, etc. I am so glad you found her so that she will be loved and cared for as she deserves. 💜💜💜

[@colnlincline3097]

Sad to say, but some recipients have no appreciation for the time, skill and love that goes into the creation of a quilt. I’m going to be very discerning on future choices. Happy quilting!

[@helenpeddycord2241]

I was thinking it’s the sadest thing to see a handmade quilt donated anywhere! How sad the recipient has NO idea what they have in their very hands! Especially the hand quilted one. So. Very. Sad.😭😭

[@helenpeddycord2241]

I shop thrift stores in the same way you do Beth! Great haul you got this trip🧡🧡🧵

[@Hazel-r9p]

I feel exactly as for quilts being cast aside especially with the embroidery quilt with all the handwork and quilting. This was a work of art!!!

[@gailmyerswellnesslife]

What’s really sad is that some people have no family to give things too. My son has been hired to clean out several homes of people who were the end of their family line.

[@makeitsew29]

That cross-stitch quilt is absolutely gorgeous and I’m SO glad you rescued it! Whoever donated it to Goodwill had no idea what a treasure they had.

[@cathymontowski1263]

I’m glad you rescued that hand embroidered quilt. It breaks my heart that we put so much into a quilt and it goes to a thrift store. I love going to thrift stores /junkin for finds. I’m always looking for sewing antiques for my she shed.

[@wolfchild381]

I can't believe that embroidered quilt ended up at the thrift store. It is beautiful.

[@itsmelaura1533]

Sadly, our local thrift stores have high priced items. Some are close to the price of buying brand new, only with brand new you get a warranty! I loved the cross stitch. It is sad that it ended up in a thrift store so I am glad that you are the one who rescued it. You know the time, consideration and love handmade items have invested into them. So many people today do not appreciate handmade items.

[@cherylschultz3220]

Thank you for rescuing the hand embroidered quilt. It must have taken so long to make! Such a shame that no one valued it and it ended up at Goodwill. I'm glad you found it.

[@ceciliagarrett774]

Your trip to the thrift store was more like a treasure hunt! I loved both quilts, thanks for sharing.

[@SpencerGilliam-f6x]

I loved the Chevron quilt. It breaks my heart to think someone did not appreciate the quilt and it had paint on it.

[@moonhunter9993]

also liked that one

[@tinakercher8768]

How fun! I like it all! I was surprised you left the chevron quilt. I am looking for quilts to cut into a vest or jacket.

[@cyndydickson5841]

When I go to Goodwill or other types of thrift stores, one of the first things I look for is sheets. Sometimes I get a great price, like a dollar, for king size, all cotton flat sheets. They always provide me with a large amount of very good quality cotton. I also look for large dresses and men's shirts to cut down for quilt pieces. Your thrift store jaunt has helped inspire me more. Thanks Beth. I love watching your videos.

[@karens1967]

A few years ago I snagged a bunch of nice quality plaid flannel shirts and made three quilts 😄

[@janetpicard6975]

My goodness that hand stitched quilt is GOLD! I am so glad it made it into your life. It deserves appreciation.

[@arvettadelashmit9337]

You found better items in that Outlet Goodwill than we are finding in our full price local Goodwill. Our Goodwill has been going downhill for a while now. I don't shop there very often anymore.

[@nzshauna3680]

What did I like best, you ask? The needlepoint (I would vote cushion too) and the wool sweater with red pattern at hem, which I would be tempted to felt then make into things like a beanie and mittens. Have fun with all the fabric! As for the quilts breaking someone’s heart, well I knew more than a few quilters who weren’t prepared to deal with their stash and UFOs and it all ended up burdening their families when they passed - you can’t expect them to cherish every scrap and need to respect their need to set limits. Donating a quilt is not throwing it away, it is hoping that someone who needs it will find it. Even if they cut it up into a coat!

[@pamlacey136]

The cross stitched and hand quilted quilt is my favorite item that you found. It had to have taken many, many hours to complete it and it looked so pretty on the queen bed. Thanks for sharing.😊

[@yvonnephillips4680]

I love the truck sheets. I have a 2 year old grandson who would just love that in a quilt❤️🇦🇺

[@saraharrell1768]

The cross stitch quilt was a super find. The needlepoint also beautiful. Those top many hours of stitching and love.

[@rosehavenfarm2969]

Someone's mom or grandma put a lot of effort into that cross stitched quilt. Honestly, it breaks my heart that her heirs did not want it. But yes, to each their own.

[@maryseaman312]

It all looked great! If I could only pick one item, the basket of beads! I watch Night Owl slow stitching videos ... someday, I may actually get into slow stitching. I envision a bunch of tactile little booklets for older folks and young children!

[@bethshibleyquilts]

That's a wonderful idea for tactile booklets!

[@EricHendrickson-e2t]

Wonderful 😮

[@EricHendrickson-e2t]

@@maryseaman312 👋

[@EricHendrickson-e2t]

@@maryseaman312 how are you doing today?

[@maryseaman312]

@@EricHendrickson-e2t Very fine! And, you?

[@karens1967]

The gray wool sweater was nice. I always look forward to your music choice on your videos. Thank you for wonderful content 🙂

[@carolgroves4818]

Have a GoodWill outlet in my town. Now, I have a renewed interest… Thank you!

[@BeckyMortonWeeks]

I like to go thrifting also. The quilt was amazing! I can’t imagine how many hours it took to make.

[@brendasutterfield9834]

I love blankets and Sheets from the thrift stores that is what I make all of my quilts with . ❤

[@donnagraham2802]

The cross stitched hand quilted quilt took many, many hours to make. My mother passed away in June and she left 26 hand-embroidered blocks plus more to be done. She started it years ago as a project to be turned into a quilt. I'm keeping it to finish in her honor.

[@bethshibleyquilts]

What a touching project! It will be such a meaningful treasure.

[@EricHendrickson-e2t]

That’s just so amazing 😊

[@desleybartlett322]

What a shame someone has handed that beautiful had made in but it is your treasure now Beth. I work in a thrift store in Australia but have never seen anything like that handed in. Desley🇦🇺

[@EricHendrickson-e2t]

It’s absolutely beautiful 😻

[@nitababcock3977]

That embroidered quilt is beautiful. But it is sad someone takes time to make them & they end up in a thrift store. But lucky you for some.

[@RosieQuilts]

Thanks for taking me along on your "thrifting spree". It's always so much fun when you find something you just can't do without - like that gorgeous quilt. What a prize. I love finding wool sweaters as well. Sew - when's our next thrift trip? I can't wait.

[@EricHendrickson-e2t]

Me either 😊

[@beckyvillines1613]

That is a great haul!!!

[@Taliesin1997]

I went to an auction today and purchased a large Rubbermaid bin, jam packed with cotton fabrics, some scraps and some already cut quilting pieces for $30! I really didn't need more fabrics but I just couldn't resist LOL! So glad that you had a fun shopping day too Beth!

[@pattycoats1816]

What a successful trip you had! I like seeing all the backings and look forward to see what you do with them and also that bed quilt is beautiful. Thanks for sharing! 🌸

[@dorothydayani3410]

What wonderful things you found in thrift stores we don’t have those shops in England appsolutly wonderful wish we had here I did.ike the embroidery quilt that wasagreat find why not give it to someone who could use it

[@EricHendrickson-e2t]

Absolutely i agree 💯

[@karens1967]

Thank you Beth. Your content is always worth watching ❤

[@amandastratton8242]

What a beautiful cross stitched quilt Beth, with lovely materials and accessories I would love to see a shop of this kind where I live in Buckinghamshire, England UK. Thank you for sharing your trip with us x

[@suzannakoizumi8605]

Glad you found nice items. Our local good will store has overpriced garbage.

[@angelavorhees5946]

Sounds just like ours. Sad, bcuz it was for people who were really in need . I now donate only to salvation army thrift store. They still seem to be helping people.

[@villagesteader3552]

Wow, the needlepoint piece will make a beautiful pillow! So many treasures! Who knew? I need to go thrifting! ♥️👍🤓

[@denisepineda1788]

Wow, it is amazing what people throw out. I that embroidered and hand quilted quilt was so pretty. The amount of time that took someone to do. Wow! I used to embroider all the time so I know what it took. I am glad it now has a home with someone who appreciates what went into it. You got quite a haul.

[@barbarajohnson1572]

My favorite is ALL OF IT!!! Never ceases to amaze me how so many beautiful things get tossed... I am grateful you grabbed those things that were so time consuming and think maybe somewhere someone is getting a little "hug feeling" from your showing! I don't get to shop thrift and wish i could,,, but my son works at a charity thrift complex in Florida!

[@melissawilliams9]

I love the quilt you bought! So beautiful! I love the sheets with the trucks on them! You sure got some wonderful items! Yay for you!

[@nonyabidness1623]

All the things you found I like! The cross stitched embroidery quilt, sheets and the long flowing summery dress! Not only are you a talented crafter with a wonderful ❤for sharing your craft, but you have great taste, good finds! God Bless All, lis

[@christahaymon5948]

I love the cross-stitched quilt. My aunt cross-stitched table cloths and napkins on linen. I now have those and plan to use them for quilt tops.

[@karimadawood3366]

I love the beautiful cross stitch quilt. Now that's truly labor's of love quilt. 🇨🇦😊

[@karens1967]

I agree. The color choice for the cross stitch was perfect.

[@sandrawhitman2930]

Th quilt is my favorite but I also love the needlepoint. Such a great find on jewelry supplies also!

[@patriciadriggers6263]

Thanks for taking us along with you to the Goodwill I think that is a favorite place for any quilter ❤

[@sunbeamfabricart]

That was fun! Thanks for taking us along! My favorite is that 2nd quilt. 💛. MY GOODNESS! What a beautiful find! 🌸❤

[@susangrewing8446]

Makes me want to go thrifting!

[@dianadoughty3540]

Wished there was a good will like that near me. So I'll just be happy for you (smile) Thank you for carrying on someones work. Life can go on thru someone's time That crewl piece is quite a find. A pillow would be more serviceable. I so enjoy your wonderful videos. Thanks so much Beth. Y😊our Florida friend

[@lorraineleclerc5960]

Why would someone get rid of such a beautiful hand embroidery quilt. It’s gorgeous!😮

[@jenihansen7201]

Thank you so much for sharing. Just beautiful quilts and fabric.

[@DH-qz2so]

That first quilt, in the intro,... SnowBall quilt - I like how the snowballs, could be a fussy cut area...or a great space for a charm pack that you don't want to cut apart, due to the large scale prints! Also, yesterday, I rescued a beautifully crocheted blanket, in gorgeous greens, soft reds, creams...for $6... it looked barely used... I just washed it up,...and it will live its best life, on my back covered deck, when I decorate for Christmas out there... it will get used too, as we love to have our firetable on, when it is snowing,..and have eggnog out there!

[@barbaradrentlaw597]

My favorite would be the cross stitched/embroidered quilt. It's a shame someone would give that away. So glad you found it so it will be cherished.

[@saffronflora]

Oh Beth, my heart skipped a beat when I saw the embroidered quilt ❤ How gorgeous. I too would have purchased that one.

[@lynnie57]

I love the handmade quilt you found and bought. My mom finished all of her quilt edges just the same way-turning in the top and bottom edges together and using a whip stitch all the way around. She never used binding.😅

[@helenhershtjader5759]

Thank you Beth! Always enjoy your quilting adventures. The cross-stitched quilt was probably a Paragon quilt. Paragon made affordable kits across many decades; I have three generations of items my family members made using them. I have an all brown cross stitch tablecloth my mother made for Thanksgiving. Colonial revival style from the early 60’s. If you look online searching under Paragon you might even find whole kits for sale. But you can certainly find this pattern and name. It reminds me of the earliest American colonial designs popular at Williamsburg and across New England. I’ll look also and let you know if I find it.

[@bethshibleyquilts]

Thanks for sharing that information about Paragon quilts!

[@EricHendrickson-e2t]

Amazing ❤

[@HidingPlainSight]

Beth, you're a proverbs 31 woman. 😊Thank you for inspiring us

[@froesfamily335]

Great finds and I love the gentle music

[@karens1967]

I agree. Beth chooses great calming music. My blood pressure immediately goes down when I see a new posting from Beth 😄

[@marionbartley214]

Hello Beth, The items I like the best in the things you purchased today. At the thrift store, were The bedspread It is beautiful so much work went into creating that quilt. The cross stitch also was pretty. And the sheets that you picked up for quilting purposes. Thank you for sharing the video. Looking forward to the next one as always.❤

[@cece624]

It is hard to see quilts in bins at thrift stores. But, there’s no way to know the life circumstances that result in quilts being donated. My hope is that these quilts are found by people who will treasure them. Some people may not have the financial means to buy a brand new quilt. Others may not have the time or resources to make quilts, even if they dream of doing so. Beth, the embroidery quilt was an amazing find! 🎉

[@kimworkman2425]

Really like the chevron quilt

[@psssstyeahyou]

Wasn’t that a fun shopping trip! Thanks Beth. My fave was the cross stitch quilt. It was epic. We’d have fun shopping at goodwill. I go now and then with the same sort of things on my list. Vintage sheets still in package for quilt backs, sweet and beautiful crochet doilies or embroidered delicacies. One of these days I’ll walk in and find a mint condition featherweight sitting there, woohoo!

[@bethshibleyquilts]

That would be amazing to find a featherweight at the thrift store!

[@marydeporre2425]

It’s great you can give these items a second life. I love your videos and your gentle way.🥰

[@bethshibleyquilts]

I'm glad you enjoy the videos!

[@abigaildolinger2754]

What great finds at the thrift store! I believe the embroidered quilt was completed with “a knife edge finish.” Hexagon quilts are often completed in this way.

[@bethshibleyquilts]

Thanks for sharing that! I have a hexagon quilt I need to finish.🙂

[@juliemorrison4348]

Great job rescuing that beautiful hand embroidered quilt Beth. Hope you have room in your bag for all your great fabrics.👏♥️🇦🇺

[@everythingshih-tzu3146]

That last needle point is beautiful!! And I love the embroidered quilt as well. I love your videos and channel as well.

[@EricHendrickson-e2t]

Absolutely beautiful 😍

[@notesfromleisa-land]

Such a stunning quilt find. I found an ornately cross-stitched table cloth. Not one a blemish. $1. It was in a local thrift. I found some fabric too. Unless I’m fully successful in my Swedish Death Quilting, someone will hit the mother load of my fabric. I find lots of Ann Taylor my way. And finding NWT, stuff is always a bonanza. Because I’m cheap, my professional wear was purchased off season and was always classic styles and beautiful fabrics. I have some clothes that are 30 years old.

[@sallybuck8979]

In the uk we call them Charity shops,we have a local one in the next village where I live,it’s a treasure trove,I can spend ages looking at things to buy. I have bought fabric remnants(I like to make tote bags) for silly money,duvet covers and pillow cases to repurpose into new things,also yarn and cross stitch kits too. I loved the hand embroidered quilt,so glad you bought it x

[@10robing]

I love the fact that you take the time to find fabric and clothing in a thrift store. If you are like me, it makes it all the more special when I turn it into something someone else finds so treasured. Not having to spend a lot of money on something makes it much easier to make more things for more people. A handmade quilt is The Ultimate Gift, in my opinion! I love making them, and I love giving them away just as much!! Thank you for always making such meaningful videos. You definitely have a true calling❤

[@christinehancock3274]

I love that you use pre loved stuff for your creations. I do the same. Cotton sheets, table cloths for picnic blankets etc. I once scored a FULL embroidery tray at one of my fave places.

[@RayeSeisinger]

So happy to see that you rescuded the quilt with the needlepoint, that was beautiful. My heart is sad when I go into thrift shops and see hand made quilts on the racks. I do the same thing with the sheets and denim, I've made a couple of denim quilts from thrift hauls.

[@vickiheath6133]

Oh my gosh, I love love that hand embroidered hand, quilted bedspread. I am like you I like handmade things. I truly see great value in them. I thought to myself I can’t imagine the joy that must’ve come into this woman’s life as she finished her masterpiece.

[@mariawells8026]

My goodness Beth, you are quite a good shopper! Your items are all very useful and I love the cotton sheets idea! I enjoyed seeing your excursion.

[@kathyterrell1547]

Wow, that was a lot of material! I loved the sheets for maybe a kid's quilt backing. I look in the Goodwill around where I live, but I think I have only found a sheet I could use one time. That doesn't stop me from looking, though.

[@amandaaskew7606]

My nearest Goodwill occasionally has good finds, but not often. Like you, it doesn't stop me from looking! I grew up going to a Goodwill by an army base. Now THAT Goodwill always had great stuff! I'm sure when a family was fixing to be transferred, they dumped what wasn't needed.

[@virginiaminer4574]

The handmade quilt was beautiful. I love thrifting for fabric and just about anything else!

[@susieinthecountry4434]

super quilt finds, Beth♥♥thanks for sharing! i keep searching for sheets for backing my sewing projects.

[@margm4]

What a haul. Thanks for sharing Beth. I loved the hand embroidered/hand quilted one, and love the needlepoint. You have wonderful thrift shops, that’s for sure! 😍🇦🇺

[@janiesoito4494]

It must have been thrilling to find that giant, embroidered quilt. I have never seen a goodwill that sells by the pound. I quit going to my local Goodwill because it is so expensive. The purple skirt is my favorite item. Good purple is so hard to find. ❤

[@shawnaleewhitney6630]

Wonderful items! I enjoy thrifting, too, and never know what I'm going to find.

[@rootsrainyarns8017]

What fun, and what a great price! The handstitched quilt is amazing and such a treasure, but my favourite item is the green tablecloth made in India - it will make a beautiful quilt backing.

[@moonhunter9993]

Beautiful quilt.

[@EricHendrickson-e2t]

👋

[@DeborahSuttles-l2q]

I am crazy about the cross stitch quilt. My grandmother made one f0r me with acorns on it still in perfect condition after 40+ years;

[@debbieouterbridge6707]

The cross stitch quilt was an absolutely great find and will be much loved by you as it deserves ❤

[@knit1purl1]

I don't have a GW outlet near me but I have bought clothing off the dollar racks, at two local thrift stores that have them, for fabric. Luckily we have two volunteer run thrifts, including an animal benefit one. And the prettiest fabric I have is from a thrifted homemade blouse. I try to buy almost everything secondhand. You did great. Someone else I'm sure, got that first quilt.

[@gisellejones1139]

Great haul!!! That quilt is just dreany😊

[@stitchann]

What a fabulous haul at the the thrift store. I think you did well with everything but the handmade quilt was a real find.

[@teresamc521]

The quilt you bought was beautiful!

[@EricHendrickson-e2t]

Absolutely amazing 😻

[@laurarowan4594]

Thrilled for you! What wonderful finds! 🎉🎉🎉

[@karlabergwalker3332]

Great haul! I love the quilts and the needlepoint. A pillow with the needlepoint is an excellent idea. I've saved a couple of quilts and cross stitch at the thrift store. I don't have the time or eyes to do cross stitch but I do love and hang the ones I saved!

[@jaynecarreiro5005]

Oh Beth I too purchase quilts, hand made embroidery, cross stitch, dollies! I learned from you to purchase sheeting and now back my quilts as well as use for sashing.

[@donnanawrocki3022]

Wow awesome finds Beth!! Lovely cross stitch quilt, great of sheets and craft items. Thanks for sharing. Enjoy your visit!

[@rosemeritomio3575]

Amei, as colchas são LINDAS mesmo, imagino todo o tempo e amor que foram doados para que elas ficassem prontas ❤.

[@lindalosier5989]

The cross stitched quilt and needle point reminded me of my mother. She filled her home with her hand work. I have several pieces of needlepoint she did and 4 of her quilts. She had far more patience than I have. Looks like you got a great haul. The sheet with the road equipment on it will make great backings for some little boys quilt. Thanks for sharing.

[@sandypattison8486]

I really like the sheets. It’s a great idea for backing.

[@littleluluscraps]

That hand quilted 😮😮😮😮😮❤❤❤❤❤

[@leanichols6824]

What a great find the quilt is!! It's a beauty. I'm happy that it ended up with you in a home where it will be valued. What a treasure. I enjoy thrift shopping but haven't done it for a while. One of my most recent purchases is a roll top desk. A very long time ago when we lived in New England I picked up a snow shovel for $2. I was so proud of my find. My husband jokingly laughed at me. But we had it and used it for five years and it broke the last winter we lived in New England before heading south.

[@bethshibleyquilts]

I love finding treasures at thrift stores! It’s always an adventure. 😊

[@ndlz1]

The white embroidered bedspread was my favorite! The cotton sheets, the needlepoint, the beads, and the clothing all right up my alley!😍🙏

[@baseballquilter]

I am so happy you saved that quilt. 😇 It's very pretty. So sad, that someone gave it up. I enjoy looking for craft bags, organizational items for sewing space. As well as clothing for myself and my family. A good book is always a plus too!☺

[@Hazel-r9p]

My favorite of your finds was the embroidery quilt. WOW what a treasure but puzzled as to why discard it! I also favor all the cute sheets you found for backing. I enjoyed seeing all of your bargains Thanks for sharing!

[@bsteadfast]

Nice finds! I always look for tablecloths, sheets and curtains and grab them up if they're cotton. So much cheaper getting fabric at a thrift store. I love the tablecloth you found.🧵🪡❤😊

[@SuzetteSeal]

Like the queen quilt and the dress in the closet. Looks like a comfy knock around the house kinda dress

[@bitsnharry]

Our local Goodwill outlet is $2.09 now per pound for things from the bins. Glass, china and books have their own prices. I own a white featherweight sewing machine now with a liberal application of red glitter nail polish! That came off easily and didn’t hurt the finish. It even had its original bobbin case and a bobbin! No cord but I think it ran about $11 !!!!!!!! I haven’t found such pretty sheets, but I definitely find the big ones that are solid color. I’m so thankful you rescued that brown quilting. I wish it had had some kind of label on the back so you had a little information about it. It breaks my heart to see stuff like that just tossed.