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Posts in category "Sales and Events"

Three Upcoming Opps for Thrifty People

Don’t. miss. these: First up, my friend Martha’s sale this weekend. Martha had a dull winter, but her spring has definitely picked up. She sold her house, won’t have space for her Mexican artisan furniture in her new place. Also, her son’s getting married in Mexico in the next couple weeks, so two of my... Read more »
By didurkes,
May 31, 2011 at 10:59 pm
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Two Big Sales for Church Rummage Sale Fans, or if You Just Need a Toaster

Two big church rummage sales happen this Saturday – one on the north side of Chicago and one famous annual sale in Lake Forest. On the north side: Christ Church of Chicago Rummage Sale Saturday, May 21, 2011 8AM- 4PM 6047 North Rockwell St. Chicago IL 60659 Clothing for all, Fashion Jewelry, Furniture, Cookware, China... Read more »
By didurkes,
May 17, 2011 at 6:54 am
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The Vintage Thing This Weekend: The Vintage Bazaar

Here’s the thing about the pop-up market, the Vintage Bazaar —- it’s cool, pretty, industrial, opulent, modern, individual, retro, one of a kind. Pick up something big or small and know it’s been curated for your self expression. It’s happening this Saturday, May 15, from 12-6 right here in Pilsen at 2229 S. Halsted. Hollywood... Read more »
By didurkes,
May 13, 2011 at 7:38 am
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Portrait of 'Babe' Ahern lies in her estate - Chicago Tribune

William deShazer, Tribune photo Mary Schmich at the Tribune wrote a great profile of the big and odd estate sale I posted earlier this week. Click here for the full article... Read more »
By didurkes,
March 25, 2011 at 10:58 am
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Thrift Stylist Mr. Goodwill Hunting on Nate Berkus Today

Are you lucky at thrift shopping?  Some people have the knack, and one of them seems to be a guy I’ve been following online, Mr. Goodwill Hunting. Because his blog lacks an About tab, he’s something of a mystery man. He doesn’t tell us what part of the country his favorite Goodwill is located, but... Read more »
By didurkes,
March 24, 2011 at 7:35 am
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This Weekend: The Urban Folk Circuit

A little off topic from my usual weekend sale highlights, but I’ve been wishing for a roots handmade market as spring approaches. I’ve been looking to find new inspiration, something that helps connect heart and home in a midwestern way. I give two thumbs way up for big markets like Renegade and Etsy, the livelyhoods... Read more »
By didurkes,
March 18, 2011 at 12:04 pm
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Go Ahead and Gawk: Scotte Pippen's Estate Sale This Weekend in Highland Park

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What’s for sale at #33′s former estate, a 21-room house in Highland Park? When he moved out in 1996, he left behind artwork, furniture, clothes, dolls, jewelry, and plenty of sports memorabilia. A collection of Pippen’s former stuff, as well as items left behind by the the most recent occupants, will be on sale this... Read more »
By didurkes,
March 16, 2011 at 4:35 pm
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Downsize and Win! The Krrb Garage Sale Contest

I like to think Chicago is an optimistic town, but the weather this year is not getting with the program. Sun, crocuses, cute little shoots of green – where are you?  Enter Krrb.com, the neighborly site for selling, doing, recycling, creating. It’s having a contest to put a spring in your step (sorry, punitis today)... Read more »
By didurkes,
March 10, 2011 at 10:30 am
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Coming Up: Church Rummage Sale in LaGrange

Yelpers like thrifting in LaGrange. In the past months, I’ve heard fun things about the secondhand scene there. And, since sales pop up frequently on estatesales.net, could we take it as an indication of a shift in demographics? Another good reason to head over to LaGrange, specifically the upcoming March 18-19 weekend. From a member... Read more »
By didurkes,
March 8, 2011 at 8:26 am
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Converse Painted with Mug Shots, Schwinn Bike, Cool Set of Tables at This Rogers Park Sale

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Artist-painted shoes, some bags. too.  Part of the inventory at this house sale that starts tomorrow:   6429 N Talman Ave, Chicago (in West Rogers Park) Friday March 4 9am- 2pm Saturday March 5 9am-2pmCraigslist ad is here... Read more »
By didurkes,
March 3, 2011 at 7:53 am
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