$1.33 : Say It With Tacos

$1.33: Say It With Tacos.

Or a taco-themed plastic shopping bag!

What is “it”?

Hello, of course!

I don’t just rely on thrifted items for decorations, fashion, and entertainment--sometimes I go just for a laugh—but I also go to find unique and hilarious items for my friends!

Nine times out of ten, I find that the gifts are not only appreciated and cherished, but there is a reduced pressure in saying, “Hey—I picked this up while I was thrifting. Isn’t it funny? Don’t worry—it only cost a quarter. But I was thinking of you. And now you know!” Don't assume that your friends will be offended by thrift just because it isn't "new". As long as it isn't underwear or hand lotion. (However, if you're looking to REALLY pack a punch with a hilarious gag gift, well, used underwear is pretty damn funny. Hahaha!)

Also consider friends who collect vintage or antique but never have time to get out and DO IT. They will worship you for the treasures you find for them. Trust me!

I couldn’t resist this plastic taco themed bag for a girlfriend of mine who is pretty fond of the beloved Mexican menu item—I hope she doesn’t see my blog before I can give it away. ;)

The cute vintage cards are so hilarious and kitschy I just couldn’t resist. Most of them are vintage Hallmark and not only are they pure awesome, they are noticeably vintage card stock and envelopes, which I LOVE. Don’t underestimate the power of the handwritten card! Especially the goofy, vintage handwritten card!

Last but most definitely not least, the artifact I begrudgingly left behind…the awesome lacquered “Wood Slab Jesus”. Oh, Wood Slab Jesus, you wanted to come home with me, or find yourself as a present for my friends who collect vintage religious artifacts. You are pure '70s gold, and celestial to boot! Will I go back to Lakeshore Rescued Treasures in Grand Haven, Michigan to buy you for $2.50?

Only time will tell.

For today, though, I was feeling cheap, and each of my treasures—all intended as gifts-- stacked up in the cents region, totaling $1.33. Those measly numbers will surely bring the recipients of said treasures priceless, abounding joy. Or else. :D

Dreaming in denim and roses...

Denim…floral….thrifted.

I don’t wear denim very often, honestly…but I felt like it was time to pick up a new jean jacket! I bought it for five dollars, which truthfully felt like a lot to me because I’m SO DARN CHEAP…but what can I say, it fit perfectly!

It’s funny how things cycle. We reinvent ourselves yet move in patterns. Years ago I really couldn’t be bothered to look at anything with a floral print for more than a few moments and I don’t think I cared much for pleats. I’d like to think of myself as a fairly free thinking individual but no matter how I tout the anti-establishmentarian’s horn (say that five times fast!) I end up being impacted by the trends of fashion, and this navy blue pleated skirt with a rose pattern instantly caught my eye. I think it looks very cute with the jean jacket and polka dot top (seen here in a a pleated maxi skirt outfit post). Naturally, it was thrifted along with the shirt, and the fun panda earrings you see are a giveaway item that was in the jewelry box gift from my uncle! They are so kitschy cute. I almost…don’t want to give them to you. Haha! J

Answer this question to win the earrings below (and don’t forget to leave your user name so I can announce the randomly drawn winner this weekend!):

How has your fashion sense changed—what are you wearing these days that would have surprised the “old” you?