Garage sale and thrift store finds Post #1

Wow!  I have really missed blogging!  I didn't realize how much I really enjoyed it!  Unfortunately, my computer is still not fixed but I was able to find a way to get some pics uploaded from our other computer so I could blog.  I have hit up a few garage sales and been to a few different thrift stores in the last two weeks.  This post will be the first (of two posts) of my finds for the last two weeks. 

Friday., Aug. 5th, I was on my way to the library to drop off some books.  I saw a garage sale and decided to stop.  There wasn't much but I did find this guy:

He's in good condition but didn't come with the cracker and remote control.  I paid $10 for him.

On Sat, I decided to stop at a thrift store that I am not able to get to very often.  Hubby had the kids for the afternoon and I was in the area.  Below are my finds:

I found this huge comforter bag filled with misc stuff.  I am actually not sure what is all in it, but I do know that there are lots of Polly pockets (a few boys!) and some ponies.  This entire bag was only $2. 

All the movies were 4 for $1 so I picked up two sets of these three movies (Frosty the Snowman, Rudolph, Santa is coming to town).  I know these are classics and I will sell these on Ebay closer to Christmas. 

I also picked up these movies which I will sell closer to Christmas. 

Malachi needed some new shoes so I picked up a few pairs.  The pair on the left is his size right now and the Nike's on the right are the next size up.  I wasn't sure weither to pick up shoes with shoelaces instead of velcro, so we will see how that works.  I paid $2.50 each pair.

I also picked up a few dresses.

These dresses were $1 each during the 5 for $5 sale at Salvation Army.  They are very pretty dresses and would make nice Christmas/Holiday dresses.  Not really sure why most Christmas dresses are sleeveless.  It gets cold here in MI!

I also picked up this dress.  It is more of a costume.  It was $2.50. 

Hope you enjoyed my finds!  I really want to start taking pictures and listing some stuff soon on Ebay.  Still kind of scared about listing, but excited that I received my scale in the mail today!  Stay tuned tomorrow for Post #2 of my finds!

linking up with Yardsale Mommy



 

Ebay

For the past few weeks I have been stalking a blog called Yardsale Mommy.  The blog talks about finding items (mostly toys and kid stuff) at garage sales for a great price and then selling them on Ebay.  I love the concept!  I personally love shopping at garage sales and thrift stores but I am very conservative and don't usually buy much.  Many times I will go shopping and think "Wow!  That's a great deal!" But then not get the item because I don't have anyone in particular to buy it for.  This weekend I decided to check out a Condo sub sale and buy items mostly to resell on Ebay.  I think I did ok.  Here are my finds:

$3 bumbo type seat

This purchase was based on my inner dork.  I couldn't pass up this Anatomy Apron for 50 cents.  You put it on and it has all the body parts that are stuck on with velcro.  If nothing else, my kids can enjoy it and learn about their inner body.

This was a scary purchase.  I have read on Yardsale Mommy that Thomas stuff does really well but I really wasn't sure.  I got both of these sets for $25.  I still need to work on negotiating.  Any tips?  I think I will wait to list these sets a little closer to Christmas.

$1 baby playmat

 I actually bought this just for Malachi.  He loves cars and things like this.  He has already played with it for a few hours. 

Wasn't sure about this but for $1, I couldn't pass it up.  It looked neat and was leap frog brand.  Alyssa has already played with it for awhile.  

Costumes sell great around Halloween.  This is a Princess Fiona dress from Shrek 3.  It looks like it was only worn once, if at all.  The sleeves come off but it still had the plastic things on to keep them from being pulled off and lost in the store.  

Size Small - $2 Princess Fiona Dress

When I bought this rocket I thought it was the Pat Pat one that YSM always talks about.  I did some research and it wasn't .  The sellers didn't have any other pieces with it so hopefully I can either find more pieces at another sale or just sell it as is. 

I am kind of scared to sell on Ebay since this will be my first time.  I am sure I will make beginner mistakes and I have to get over that if I want to do this.  I have also been decluttering my house and finding things I might be able to sell.  These will give me practice without spending money.  I would love to hear any thoughts/tips!

I am linking up to Yardsale Mommy!  Check out her blog, it's awesome!