Thriftmas is in full swing at Arc’s Value Village! If you’re not familiar with Thriftmas, here we go: Each Arc’s location (New Hope, Richfield and Bloomington) collect donations year round, which if it’s holiday related, they collect and collect until November each year. When it gets to the time where they need to put it […]
Summer is my favorite time of year here in Minnesota because the rest of the year is dreary and cold. However, this summer was just HOT! I actually couldn’t wait for it to be Fall and for the cooler temperatures. I’m sure a lot of you agree. 😉 On Sept 14th, we wanted to celebrate […]
It might lack the romance of hunting for vintage treasures but the fitness section of your local thrift store is not to be missed. Whether it’s because we underestimate our actual dedication to a new sport or the physical changes that often come with a new workout regime, secondhand fitness clothing tends to be in […]
By Michelle Raven Crisper, cooler temps are settling in, the leaves on the trees are beginning to turn stunning hues of orange and yellow. We’re stashing away our tanks, shorts and sundresses we loved all summer long and making room in our closets for the cozy layers of fall. As you assess your […]
If you go: Location: Valley West Shopping Center, 10546 France Ave. South in Bloomington (France Ave & Old Shakopee Rd, by Cub Foods) Time: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. December 6 with scheduled events throughout the day Event website We’ve been working hard to prepare our fifth store location for our grand opening celebration happening […]
Whether you’re dying to channel the latest and greatest characters straight from the silver screen or prefer more quirky, outside-of-the box looks, Arc’s Value Village Thrift Store & Donation Center is the place to go when looking for unique looks this Halloween. More than 75,000 costumes, makeup products, and accessories are currently available for […]
It’s time I come clean. I’ve got a serious addiction. The first step to recovery is to admit the truth – and the truth is, I am powerless over my addiction. My drug of choice, you ask? Jewelry – particularly the funky, chunky, statement stuff. I am a self-proclaimed jewelry junkie. In an effort to […]
Mindee is a regular VV shopper, bopping in whenever she has a few moments to spare. She rarely leaves without a treasure or two – maybe she’ll snag a fab pair of heels, a cool toy for her young boys or some other unique find. As a lover of all things Value Village, Mindee was […]
Now is a great time to start planning what you are going to do for all those kids on your Christmas list. It’s also a great time to shop for costumes. Last year I decided to do something different for Christmas gifts. I gave my nephew and two nieces dress up bins full of costume […]
Maybe you’re just stopping in over your lunch break, browsing while waiting on an oil change, or otherwise crunched for time. Being short on time doesn’t have to result in a shortage of great thrifted treasures! With these four simple tips, you’ll be able to quickly & efficiently navigate your favorite thrift store and maximize […]