trying the *MYSTERY THRIFT BOX* that did me dirty...again (one year later)

[@erynelizabeths]

Lmao the iconic pose when you hate the shirts you are trying on

[@cynnprodz]

When I tell you I LAUGHED at this comment and then saw Carrie posing 😂

[@erynelizabeths]

@@cynnprodz lmao it reminds me of when I was a kid and my mom forced me to try on things I hated 💀

[@maddiesteinbock2370]

I literally laughed out loud lol

[@amandadeal2139]

I’m dead 😂😂😂

[@katiefountain9132]

I noticed that too! 😂😂

[@balletchic35]

I love the awkward stance in the tshirts 😂

[@LindsayJuneDC]

Same!

[@sarosen5731]

haha same energy as the sims

[@ErikaWasTaken]

It feels like this isn’t really keeping stuff from ending up in a landfill, but instead just prolonging it’s journey.

[@sophiag612]

And wasting even more resources (warehouse energy, boxes, fuel/carbon footprint w transporting the clothes, etc.)

[@SaraSmiles1213]

ya it's just making the consumer deal with it when they prob have the resources to actually recycle it properly as a large company

[@jordiflower]

@@sophiag612 10000000%

[@juanitaauelua2693]

Erika exactly your comment was on point 100% some things you just don't send someone in a box the maroon jumper was about the only nice ok piece of clothing in the box

[@margoedwards3035]

Animal shelters/ emergency rooms are always asking for old tools. Maybe some of this will work.

[@isabellav0203]

It would be interesting if they did “fashion” boxes with the cute stuff and cheaper boxes with the uglier stuff that was meant for upcycling.

[@Potatopot724]

The thing is "cute" and "ugly" is very subjective, so that's not really a practical idea

[@callyb33]

@@WishAtElevenEleven yeah but all they’re doing is repacking shirts so they don’t need many employees

[@Billybloop]

You can purchase a seam ripper (they cost about $2-5) from a haberdashery and pull out the embroidery on the denim shirts without damaging the shirt. I do it all the time.

[@rachelcunningham2498]

Or I think like a Joanns would have them too!

[@shellsisacoolpear]

I was thinking that too,but wasn't sure if there would be a lot of holes left over from the embroidery needle.

[@NatLovesFashion]

walmart has them too. and joannes, hobby lobby, michael’s

[@NatLovesFashion]

@@shellsisacoolpear most likely you can’t seam rip embroidery. it’s too heavily stitched for the outcome you’d want

[@Billybloop]

I have seam ripped machine embroidery which is what this is. If you are careful you can seam rip anything. However the fabric underneath the embroidery might be lighter than the rest of the denim, that's happened to me before

[@sampayne2776]

That last black TShirt is a Seinfeld reference and its iconic honestly.

[@rachaelpino6914]

Yes, and festivis (I don't know how it's spelled) was also from a Seinfield episode.

[@tammyeflowers]

"A festivus for the rest of us!" is not complete without an aluminum pole 👏

[@tasahk]

yessss "you think you're better than me?!?"

[@abbynormelius9924]

"Mandelbaum, Mandelbaum, Mandelbaum!!"

[@cristinaborger83]

George’s father celebrated Festivus , it was hilarious.

[@alexasunshine83]

E for Excellent because you are excellent Carrie

[@kla_613]

Look at Alexa finding the sunshine lining in everything xo

[@CarrieDayton]

hahaha i love u sm

[@AdrienneGilson]

It’s Eastern Michigan University… but you are excellent!

[@anniejimenez7595]

Carrie, we’ve talked about this.

[@MysteriousPerson1447]

Never mind

[@RachelIlous89]

Lol 🤣

[@daleighthompson8030]

my thing is…. I get that the point of the business is to recycle & help things not end up in landfills, however if they’re just reselling items that people aren’t going to like/wear/use, the vast majority of their products are still going to get put into the landfills, because people like to get rid of items they don’t like.

[@CarrieLemieux]

Croft & Barrow sweaters are Kohl’s brand and brand new are $22.

[@deldemon]

As someone who worked there forever: can confirm and that’s IF they are not on sale for once(which is rare).

[@Neverlandishome]

Ripoff

[@jessicaclones4574]

@@deldemon i had the exact same thought!! i'd be willing to bet you could find some good ones in clearance too, that's where i'd always buy mine

[@kyeoptawerk93ah]

i love me some croft and barrow but to price that that high used is a choice unless it's actually vintage and not just a couple years old.

[@rioandlilismama]

I actually really liked the blankets, that's a "mystery box" I could see myself getting in on.

[@ryliealldredge8588]

me too!

[@riabouchinska]

The Christmas one appears to be by Crown Crafts, which is kind of a collectible brand! I have two of their blankets from the 80s (the fuzzy ones though not the tapestry style) and I absolutely love them

[@jessicachavez4186]

Okay but I feel like Alexa would love that Christmas Blanket lol

[@jenna742221]

I like the idea of their bundles, adore their commitment to paying a living wage, and enjoy their up-cycling methods…however…the good intentions associated with their pricing does not seem to match the value of their items. There are already so many thrift stores out there that sell better stuff at a lower price, or better quality items at a higher but more fair price. I just don’t think they can beat out the competition. I think their company should focus on the up-cycling and find more ways to flip unwanted or damaged items. Im sure they could get some free/cheap clothes from those existing secondhand stores to use, so their profit margin would be really good!

[@AdventuresinCritterland]

I agree 100% Very fair, smart assessment, and good business advice for them too! ❤️

[@reentee]

For this service to "work", we (as a collective) would have to care a lot less about how cute the clothes are and much more about the sustainability aspect only. Which...kind of a big ask.

[@poppyfalconer4722]

i disagree. before buying second hand got trendy (and expensive), you'd find me in tracksuit jackets of random local sports clubs, men's winter coats with cigarette burns and (famously hated by my mother) an EMP catalogue advert tshirt with a bunch of monsters on the front. these work shirts and local business shirts were what people were after when i started thrifting. something you could not buy on any highstreet.

[@NatLovesFashion]

@@poppyfalconer4722 okay but we aren’t talking about then, we’re talking about now.

[@Jelloitsme]

@@poppyfalconer4722 The difference is that no one was paying $15-$20 for somebody else’s work shirt. Well, at least I hope not because those shirts are just given away to the original owner for free.

[@25archivesss]

It’s also really not that big of an ask to not get clothes with literal stains or food on it

[@lightsquared]

I really love the wolf blanket!!! Reminds me of my childhood. Love the look of it and totally my style, might have to get a blanket like that for myself.

[@shellz_2135]

I always keep that style of blanket in my car! They are perfect for sitting at the park, camping, road trips, or just anything! They don’t have to be for decor. Love you 😘

[@sustainablyrach3465]

I gave them a try a few months ago and was so disappointed because I love their whole ethos and the fact that they're trying to do something with some of these clothes. I bought one of the special zodiac bundles (I think the Cancer one). It was supposed to come with two vintage crewnecks, a Cancer-themed patch, two "thrift" t-shirts, and a tapestry blanket. It took well over two months to ship and around the time it shipped I was refunded $15 because (the email said) "something was not included in your bundle." I didn't end up receiving the vintage crews (where I imagine most of the value would have been) or the cancer patch. So I ended up with two crappy thrift tees and an admittedly very cute tapestry blanket. BUT I paid $50 and only received $15 back for the missing items which I think is really screwed up :( AND it rubs me the wrong way that they have such an aggressive marketing campaign (I get texts from them constantly and frequent ads as well) but then they are unable to fulfill the orders that are placed. The effort they put into the bundles/products doesn't seem to match the effort that is put into marketing and sales.

[@LouisaRubyDDD]

Awww that’s so disappointing. A special Zodiac bundle sounds like something I would really like!

[@ryanneliza]

Re: logo sweatshirts, I think it’s pretty arrogant and weird of this company to send you two free sweatshirts for you to advertise for them given what you’ve thought of this company in the past 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@CFisk]

I definitely don't think it's worth the money, but since they sent the box to you I'm sure a homeless shelter would love the no pile!

[@mardan5722]

Mandelbaum Gym is also a Seinfeld reference! It’s actually hilarious!! (If you’re a Seinfeld fan!!)

[@riabouchinska]

Also Festivus :P

[@8infinite8possiblities8]

I feel like the wolves blanket could hang on the wall like a tapestry a room with that theme....🐺🐺

[@kristenshatford2938]

Hahaha the stance when trying on the white and black t-shirts 🤣

[@jamie7002]

Your tone when you said “go buckeyes tho, I love that for you” 😂 I just laughed so hard haha

[@kpgunther]

One person's trash is (sometimes) another person's 'treasure'...? Maybe you could do a follow up video of what you chose to keep and style? One idea is to take apart the flannel shirts (if they're the same size) and 'patchwork' them back together into the mixed plaid shirt trend...? I see potential with some of the 'keep' items pile. Just a few thoughts...

[@alliebeanz11]

I absolutely love that wolf blanket. My boyfriend is native so wolf's have grown on me

[@riabouchinska]

I kinda like it because it reminds me of something my grandma would have lol... she has a wolf-themed clock and a huge collection of Native American art/dolls/blankets etc. Supposedly her first husband (my grandpa who I never got to meet) was half native but he was adopted so no one knows for sure if that's true or what tribe if it is

[@shirleysong4480]

I adore the wolf blanket as well! XD good to know i'm not the only one

[@akreeger7742]

I really liked both blankets, but, being that she lives in Arizona, if she doesn't love it she should either give/sell it to someone who does or donate them

[@alliebeanz11]

@@akreeger7742 im from Arizona and yes wolfs are very much loved here

[@heyyimella]

living for that wolf blanket !!!

[@amandagracew]

I totally feel you about the business shirts!! I have a denim one that belonged to my dad who passed away and I wear it all the time because it's sentimental...but I can't imagine wearing that for a company you've never heard of!!!

[@Tarahhh]

Girl I love that wolf blanket. 10/10, definitely my decor style 😅

[@poppyfalconer4722]

work shirts and business/school t-shirts were all the rage when i started thrifting in the late 90s/early 00s. and the denim shirts and the aviation and gym t-shirt remind me of something fab moretti or jack white would wear back in the day. so it's really a matter of what you're shopping for if this company would cater for your taste or not.

[@thejenmath]

Girl, I’ll buy that Christmas blanket from you. It’s exactly like the blankets my grandmother used to make me every Christmas.

[@delaneyhughes3447]

Lmao those awkward tshirt try ons had me dying

[@cohenthomas04]

✨ You should try a depop/ThredUP box. Alexa did that and i think that it would be fun if you did it too. ✨

[@thevegfriend100]

Yes, please!!!

[@meghankelber5322]

Ok as someone who’s actually pretty into cars…I LOVE that AutoLite shirt!! It’s so cool!

[@rosestormwolf]

Oh my GOD the blankets are so good though

[@misscurlygirl17]

I think it would be cool if they turned the business t shirts inside out and made them into totes? That way it could be up cycled already. I think they could also sew some of these pieces into reusable cotton rounds as well.

[@ruthgarcia317]

The tucked-in hair. The awkward arms. 😂😂😂

[@callijonmassengill1063]

For books, try the Book Bundler! As a future teacher, I LOVE them!

[@veganmeditations]

I'd love to see a Thred Up mystery box! I've been shopping with them for years and it would be awesome to see how it compares to the Goodfair one!

[@alizon2672]

I want the taupe sweater! Also you looked great in it!

[@jessicaclones4574]

that wolf blanket would make my LIFE if i got it in a bundle like deadass

[@loveb55]

I love the t-shirt try on stance 😂

[@k213389]

Carrie I will legit buy that wolf blanket from you I love it lol

[@nevenamijailovic4291]

Nooo The way you tried those t-shirts hahahha

[@wafflesx3TT]

Ma’am you did not get the Seinfeld references in the black tee category. I guess festivus will be for the rest of us :c

[@SiriuslyLoony7]

It’s time for the feats of strength! I can’t believe there were two Seinfeld shirts lol

[@blueeyedpoetgirl83]

I got that only because my hubby is obsessed with that episode! Lol. He makes me watch it! 😂

[@sabrina.h2737]

I love both the blankets. I really enjoy watching you open the boxes.

[@amanda_elllis]

The t-shirt try on poses have me dead 😂💀

[@Soleil5291]

I burst out laughing at the aviation shirt

[@mskelseymarie4354]

Omg I would LOVE that purple scrunchie. My college colors are purple and gold so I’d be perfect! So Obsessed

[@pjcullinane2011]

The message is good and the sustainability is positive..however, you can SAVE clothes from the landfill at your local Goodwill and get a nice sweater, or flannel/denim shirts for about $5-$7, and the graphic t-shirts are usually $2 or $3! The sweatshirts are ridiculously expensive for what they are! I wouldn’t order from GOODFAIR-but I will continue to save clothing for a lot lower cost!

[@YellowCrayon13]

The festivus miracle shirt is definitely a Seinfeld t shirt! That’s the holiday George’s dad makes up haha 😂 love it!

[@maddiejaymes]

I really don’t think this company is for you. It’s actually a pretty great company idea and I’m impressed with the work they’ve done to improve. I think it would more appeal to someone who enjoys upcycling/seeing clothes to make them match them better, or someone who thrifts for the sustainability reasons over fashion reasons. This is NOT a dig at you, I just don’t think you’re the target customer because you tend to focus on more aesthetic items over making things suit you. Idk if I’m wording this right lol. Anyways, thank you for posting this! ❤️

[@Rosie4Frome]

OMG Carrie I’m OBSESSED with both of those blankets and I want them so bad 😅

[@KaylaIstSpitze]

If I saw that wolf blanket at the thrift store, I would SCREAM. I need one

[@meganvogt4042]

Those tshirts remind me of the tshirt selection at the Goodwills in my town…a lot of shirts for businesses (that they had made as giveaways) and a lot of church event shirts 😂😂SO FEW GEMS

[@MrOllie716]

You know the sayin’, fool me once, shame on you - fool me twice, shame on me. 😂😂

[@sarahpedley7756]

Eeek you get all the OSU stuff, I remember being so jealous of the Ohio State sweater you got and now you got the coolest t-shirt 🤣

[@baileym3060]

I love that Christmas blanket!!! Honeslty I might look into it

[@amandarenec]

Dibs on the Christmas blanket 🥰🎄☃️❄️

[@anaxor213]

i LOVE that green eddie bauer sweater! If you don't keep it, I will swoop it up haha! But I agree with some of the comments, they are really just prolonging the end journey of some of these items. Then again, even saving a couple of items is really good but in the aggregate, how much good is it actually doing? Love ya Carrie!

[@papoolkid]

Carrie I got so excited when you showed the Fort Myers Beach shirt! I’m getting married there in a few months and even though it’s homemade looking I would love to have that!

[@rebeccarhea7785]

I’m actually obsessed w/ that wolf blanket 😍😍

[@sabineweber5092]

When you said it costs $300 for stuff with food on it IT SENT ME😂😂😂😂 pls do more I LOVE THESE

[@alyssaestepp6042]

The try on clips of the t shirts has me dying laughing! 😂😂😂

[@alycialackey5580]

That Christmas blanket is adorable 😍

[@RileyLoves2Cheer]

That “E” hat is an Eastern Michigan University hat!

[@clarklaurenm]

You got there before me! Love my EMU 💚

[@moriahtisza3688]

My mom would live and die for the blanket!! Ugh. I’d love to have it to give to her!!! 😭

[@cjar8989]

I am glad you filmed this, love the scrunches

[@AdventuresinCritterland]

LOL when you pulled the Buckeyes shirt out and got excited I thought... woohoo, a fellow Buckeye fan!! (I live in Ohio, we're NUTS about the buckeyes here!!) then LOL you're like, I'm NOT excited about the logo... 🤣Oh well I still love you! Thank for a great fun video - overall I like their concept but agree, seems pricey, though if they washed the stuff and did better at pulling out the duds it may well be worth it, but not for the product as it is now.

[@TheJessailey]

“$300… for used stuff with food on it…” 😂 You always crack me up, Carrie!

[@clairekrieger4394]

HAHAHA!!! 90% sure that Cedarburg shirt is from Cedarburg High School in Wisconsin. Didn’t actually go there but currently live in the neighborhood. Is a super tiny town so weird to see where clothing circulates and ends up!

[@sydthehairstylist]

I would love the blanket with the wolves i can buy it off you!! i love it so much xoxox

[@samschor]

Putting their name on the blanks was GENIUS. What a great way to update a plain sweatshirt while still promoting their brand!

[@strawbehry85]

Love the wolf blanket actually!

[@shirleysong4480]

I actually really liked the scrunchies, tapestry blankets, and the eddie bauer sweater(minus that gross food thing)! But otherwise, you're right. Pretty lackluster

[@hopeandtobias]

Carrie always makes our day better❤️

[@Rfaivre1978]

The tee shirts made me laugh so hard. “Ohio Buckeyes. Love that for you” and then the shirts just went completely downhill! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jppage659]

Croft and Barrow is in literally every single thrift shop. And NEVER for $20.

[@sstayyhipp]

The way you sway back and forth and don’t even untuck your hair for the ugly tees is sending me lmao

[@michaelam3267]

Ok I love the Madelbaums gym shirt for some reason and the wolf blanket.

[@emmatopps3320]

Lol Carrie the way you pose in the t shirts you hate had me cracking up!

[@emmatopps3320]

Also, the wolf blanket would be nice for your patio space! For a nice cool night!

[@kaitlynrain899]

your try-on vid for the t-shirts 😭 OMG IM DEAD between the hair tucked in and the stiff arms with the slight sway

[@natalieclaire6081]

Ngl I really love collecting those types of blankets, I can see myself getting a mystery box for those

[@exhalestardust]

I would totally love that wolf blanket. 🐺

[@shannononeil365]

Give away for the blankets?! I love the Christmas one!!!

[@SherbetLemonMate]

The blankets were definitely the best thing in that box! You could just use the t-shirts for cleaning cloths.

[@CanadianChick811]

The Festivus tee is a Seinfeld reference and you MUST rock it. LOL.

[@brendaprudhomme593]

Mandelbaum & festivus are Seinfeld references

[@NewUkeNewYork]

Yeah, "It's Go Time" was that elderly trainer's catchphrase, I think. Wasn't it Jeff Bridges' father, Lloyd Bridges, who played Mr. Mandelbaum? Not that it makes me that much more enthusiastic about the shirt.

[@marandaphelps2118]

I would love to see a video where you thrift flip the t shirts you didn’t love! I feel like there is a lot of potential there.

[@elisamontgomery2832]

When I realized it was a wolf tapestry 🤣🤣🤣 I will say with the denim shirts you can seam rip the embroidery out no problem

[@lvcarlton]

You might be able the seam rip the embroidery off on the denim shirts depending on how they are sewn on. Worth a try if you like the shirt itself!

[@mallory6514]

I would LOVE that wolf blanket 😭😭

[@cora1449]

I love the blankets and low key like the white shirt with the girl on the back 😂

[@christineR9954]

I love the Christmas blanket!

[@ashleyostroot8627]

I go to Ohio State and this is the second time I’ve seen Carrie thrift an OSU shirt/sweatshirt 😂

[@sarahd6067]

DYING at the grossed out poses in the try ons

[@ABiteBetterbyEva]

"it's making me itchy" 🤣☠️ so relatable

[@angeb7690]

Aww love the blankets lol ❤️ love they sent you a massive box, but yeah you've now got to rehome a few things and the food would freak me out too 😳🤣 xx

[@rachsuze1]

Put the wolf one in Drew’s newly decorated room like folded with just the wolves showing on the end of the bed!!

[@nickialex]

The wolves blanket was pretty epic

[@karlicrawford5844]

I'm dying at the try on shots of the t shirts 🤣🤣🤣