I spend an inordinate amount of time shopping in thrift stores. At least two to three times a week, you’ll find me in any of the six local thrifts that I haunt regularly. I mainly shop for “inventory acquisition” (the ‘polite’ term that vinties like to use), but I also shop for myself. And I… Read more »
Monthly Archives: January 2010
The Lure of the Snuggie
First of all, I will freely admit that I am now the owner of a Snuggie. Yes, that one. “The Blanket That Has Sleeves!”, 100% Polyester, and Made in China. I wear it too. This is a bit weird for me, as I have always thought that they were completely ridiculous. It all started a… Read more »
Cashmere and a Mixture of Scents
Now that winter’s here, my sweater wearing is on full-force. My personal yarn of choice is cashmere. It is incredibly soft, thick, and luxurious…and is really the only natural wool that I can wear next to my sensitive skin. It adds needed warmth without unnecessary bulk; I don’t like looking like a linebacker in those… Read more »