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alderdweller 01-08-2012 11:23 AM

I LOVE those big, big men!
 
And I adore those more flamboyant designers such as Hilfiger :)
I stopped by the Salvation Army yesterday and picked up some 3X men's shirts in some of the prettiest patterns (thanks Tommy). I wound up with 10. They were all still in great shape and I'm amazed at the amount of fabric for $2.50 each.
Makes ya kinda sick when I think of the cheap cotton fat quarters I recently bought. These shirts, even used, are much better quality and more economical.
Yay me!

delma_paulk 01-08-2012 11:28 AM

WTG! That's Great, glad you found good stuff.

delma

JenelTX 01-08-2012 11:33 AM

What a fun idea! I might have to start expanding my search at the thrift shop. Ooooh!

tatavw01 01-08-2012 11:35 AM

great tip!!!!!!!!

abdconsultant 01-08-2012 11:45 AM

Thrift stores are my favorite!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11

Debbie C 01-08-2012 12:03 PM

I go to our local Saver's - a thrift shop which benefits Big Brothers/Big Sisters. They only take better quality items and price them amazingly low. I often go through the clothing department (Men's XXXL) for my shirting quilts. Of course, I wash everything in Oxi-Clean first!!

EdieClay 01-08-2012 12:49 PM

Great idea ... I'll have to expand my searches at the Thrift Shop! I have a 3XL SIL. I'm going to tell my DD to keep me in mind when he cleans out his closet!

goosepoint 01-08-2012 04:39 PM

I love shopping for unique things there. Recently I got a dozen of new pillow cases for 50 cents a pair. Still in their orginal packaging. All I saw though was 4 perfect fat quarters per pack. LOL I nearly knocked a lady over getting to them. They are all rich dark colors and they are just waiting for my right inspiration.

imdelagarza62 01-08-2012 04:42 PM

My aunt has been using her thrift store finds for years and has made some really beautiful quilts. Congrats on your find.


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