Shop resale shops....I know for some people...they just can't do this but I tell you it is an ART....finding brand new stuff with the tags still on is quite possible or almost new items.
I also like to pick up little boxes, baskets, and other items that can be used to create great gifts.
I look for retro things for people I know that like those items.
I look for depression glass or pottery for people who enjoy that.
I look for cookbooks in excellent shape for the chefs in my gift group.
The main thing is to really know the people you buy for and look for items that REALLY FIT them....I have found when I do this...it is appreciated even if from a resale shop.
In addition: Resale shops are GREAT places for craft items.....just picked up some little wooden heads for 25 cents...brand new in the package and I shall be using them to create a witch or two at Halloween and a few elves...
I also like to pick up little boxes, baskets, and other items that can be used to create great gifts.
I look for retro things for people I know that like those items.
I look for depression glass or pottery for people who enjoy that.
I look for cookbooks in excellent shape for the chefs in my gift group.
The main thing is to really know the people you buy for and look for items that REALLY FIT them....I have found when I do this...it is appreciated even if from a resale shop.
In addition: Resale shops are GREAT places for craft items.....just picked up some little wooden heads for 25 cents...brand new in the package and I shall be using them to create a witch or two at Halloween and a few elves...