Category Archives for Daily Posts
New Addition to the Directory
My friend Rachel notified me today that there is a “giant” Savers in West Roxbury. Apparently, the store is located in an old Stop & Shop (grocery store) building. I haven’t been to the store yet to survey what they … Continue reading
Scene on the Street: JP
While at James Gate in JP I spotted Brianna Rossi, 23, sit down with a Goodwill bag and approached her about her finds…here are the details: She found four records for under $1 each, including a Billy Joel, a Heart … Continue reading
The Frugal Foodie
Summertime Couscous Salad This versatile salad is a summertime favorite for me. Creamy, crunchy, tangy and fragrant, it satisfies the senses and is wonderful served hot or cold. Many of these ingredients (red bell pepper, fresh pesto, artichoke hearts) you … Continue reading
$4.99 Romper
I found a vintage, floral romper from Goodwill today. There were several at the store, including a couple terrycloth ones. I chose this one because it tied in the back and therefore was more adjustable and fit better.
Glassware from Goodwill
I picked up these handpainted glasses from the Goodwill on Harrison Ave (see bean rating below). They were in the “boutique” section and were priced at 2.99 each. Love them.
50+ Family Yard Sale Today
POST FROM CRAIGSLIST ISBCC’s GINORMOUS Community Yard Sale Saturday, July 9th 2011 10am — 4pm No early birds please. We will be in the parking lot behind the building! 50+ family participating!! Cash only! If possible, please bring small change … Continue reading
7/9 Yard Sales in JP & Roslindale
Don’t miss all the the yard sales in the Jamaica Plain and Roslindale area tomorrow. View JP/Rosi Yard Sales 7/9/11 in a larger map
Flea Markets
I am hesitant to map too many flea markets on the directory because to be honest, I haven’t been able to explore many. For now I have added the Revere Flea Market (in yellow on the directory map), which is … Continue reading
Frame Walls
Frame Walls When designing a wall of different frames and art, pick a subject or color to base the theme around. For this wall I chose to frame B&W photos I bought for a $1 each at an antique store … Continue reading
JP Featured on Apartment Therapy
Don’t miss these photos of unique apartments in Jamaica Plain. Many of the items in the homes could easily be thrift store finds. One thing they all have in common is alot of color; and for those of you who … Continue reading
Major Clearance at JP Boomerangs
Boomerangs in Jamaica Plain will be closed for renovations Monday, July 11 through Thursday, July 21 and will celebrate a grand reopening Friday, July 22. From now through Sunday, July 10, all books, music, videos and dishware will be 50 … Continue reading
Yard Sale Finds: July 2nd
Before we headed out this morning, Billy mapped our route by checking the garage sale listings on Craigslist. We stopped by three yard sales, two of which were priced fairly, the third one wanted $2-$5 EACH for records. But Billy … Continue reading
Saturday Adventure: Yard Sales
I’m headed out with my neighbor to scour the local, holiday yard sales! If you want to track our adventure follow me on Twitter @emcmillion