Sarah and I had our big Goodwill Shop and Hop event this past Saturday in Indy.
We had a blast meeting up with local bloggers and lovers of all things thrifty. Even though the rain tried to dampen the day – the great Goodwill finds livened it up a bit.
We started at Buca Di Beppo’s for lunch…
There, we were encouraged hearing from Tim Cooper the Senior Director of Retail Stores for Goodwill in the Indy area. It really gave us perspective and excitement to support the Goodwill cause. They actually have a charter school for high school drop outs where 85% of them go onto a post secondary education. Isn’t that awesome?
Then we hopped in our vans and started shopping but not before we drooled over the sweet swag bags. Thank you to our UH-MAZING sponsors…
Gorilla Glue, 3M, Behr Paint, Mod Podge, Krylon and Eclectic Cabinets Knobs and Decor
Sarah with Oil Rubbed Bronze Krylon Spray Paint
Amy and Ally rubbing their 3M Sanding Sponges together
Shannon modeling her Behr Paint sample
Genevieve lovin’ on her Gorilla Glue goodies
I think Goodwill made a pretty penny off these ladies…
It was so fun meeting all these wonderfully, talented women. At the end of the day it was like we were old friends. I can’t wait to see all the transformations of their finds. Coming soon a blog near you!
Thank you Goodwill Industries of Central Indiana!
Hi! It was so nice meeting you ladies! Thank you for hosting the event-it was fabulous!
Wow, that looks like the best Goodwill EVER! Looks like you ladies had a blast! đŸ™‚ I can't wait to see what you do with all your treasures.
It was such a WONDERFUL time! What a delightful way to shop. All the girls were so fun and so encouraging…it was simply a perfect time.
**I think only once did I want to nab a treasure out of a girl's hand (Darn Heather and that J CREW sweater!) Hehehe! She does have the touch.
Thank you so much for putting your time and thoughtfulness into a giddy experience.
Cheers~
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It was SOO Much fun!
My hubby is impressed with my loot.. even the wicker, which he isn't normally a fan of đŸ™‚
My link with my pic above isn't working, so I thought I'd include it here too đŸ™‚
http://www.quarryorchard.blogspot.com
I can't WAIT to start using my swag bag on my goods!
So bummed I didn't get to join you ladies, maybe next time đŸ™‚
Looks like it was a fun time, it would have been very interesting to learn more about the Goodwill business, we are constantly donating items to their drop off centers. Janell
Looks like it was a fun time, it would have been very interesting to learn more about the Goodwill business, we are constantly donating items to their drop off centers. Janell
Looks like it was a fun time, it would have been very interesting to learn more about the Goodwill business, we are constantly donating items to their drop off centers. Janell
Looks like it was a fun time, it would have been very interesting to learn more about the Goodwill business, we are constantly donating items to their drop off centers. Janell
Your Goodwill looks way better than my Goodwill!
Still wishing I could have been there!!! Looks like you had a ton of fun – – and Bucca for lunch – – man, you didn't tell me that part, that may have been worth staying an extra 2 weeks for!!! Can't wait to see wht everyone does with their new "treasures!"
Okay, my Goodwill does NOT look like that at all!! I had no idea I was missing out on that kind of loot!
Looks like a good time!
I really hope you do something like this again soon! I am so sad I couldn't make it this time!!
Had a great time. My daugher sported her new dress today at church and looked (if I do say so myself) to cute for words. Then she found the easter hat and had to wear it around the house. I gained 5 lbs looking at all her sweetness. My grey shirt got a workout at church and was awesome too for getting dirty. Can't wait to revamp my other goodies!!!
Ladies stay in touch it was fun meeting you all.
I am waaaaay out here in Cali. LOL I wish someone did something like this here. A new GW is opening by my house Friday. I made hubby stay home to watch the kids. Looks like so much fun! Glad it was a nice day for you ladies.
I'm so jealous! Looks like you all had an amazing time!!
How fun!! I wanna go!!
That looks like so much fun! And what a nice looking Goodwill. We don't have GW in Germany, but the last 2 we lived near in the States were ratty and scary. I want to visit your GW!
Oh I wish I lived close enough to come! I have outing envy. But all that competition for getting the goodies in one goodwill, I hope you ladies didn't tear out to much hair lol. Your goodwill looks really large!
Fun, fun, fun! I soooooooo wish I lived there and could have gone shopping with y'all. What a fabulous day and awesome swag bags too! You can't beat that.
~Amanda
Thanks again for organizing it! We had a blast! I've already spray painted some stuff.. he-he.
The pics are great! đŸ™‚
Looks like a fabulous time was had. Wish I could have made it.
Thank you so very much for hosting the "1st Bi-annual Goodwill Shop and Hop Event!" It was a great time and I can't wait to repeat it… And my husband was so excited about the goodies I brought home!! đŸ™‚ And you are right, I hardly missed hubby while out. All in all, a great girls day out!
FUN!!! Now, I just need you to take your show on the road. Say maybe to Cullman, AL?? Hum, just a thought! ;> Thanks for sharing your good times. I can't wait to see what you create with your finds!
God's blessings,
Sarah đŸ˜€
Beckie! It was so much fun! thanks for all the swag!
gail
Becki – i love the chairs you re-did. Please tell me that fabric is more ivory than white! I have a friend who is doing an ivory/black damask wedding – and it looks like perfection! I love the chairs (00ps – already said that!) I have my grandma's barrel back chair – and of course – love it!
Thanks so much for all of your hard work putting this event together! It was great meeting all of you (what a fun group!) and I enjoyed myself immensely in spite of the rain!!
Looks like a lot of fun! Wish I could've joined you all. Maybe next time! đŸ™‚
Hi I have a question is something you planned your self or is this an event you attended?
Oh wow you have the most amazing goodwill shops! We have nothing like it in the UK. Im sooo jealous!! Enjoy your purchases.
What a fun and creative idea to get together and help out Goodwill, not to mention all the great projects that will come from it! Wish I was there!