“These are a go-to for me because theyre both functional and beautiful,” Kessman says.
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Antique shops often have fantastic choices in different colors and stackable sizes.
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Wicker Baskets
It feels like you might never have too many basketsthey’re just too handy.
She and Palmer recommend them for things like shoes, toys, blankets, and garden supplies.
“Create jewelry displays or command centers for keys and small tools,” she suggests.
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“Outdoors, larger pots can hold firewood or store an unsightly rolled up garden hose.”
Palmer suggests repurposing them as vertical storage for toiletries in bathrooms or supplies in craft rooms.
Place them on tables in your entryway, countertops, or on your bedside table to keep clutter contained.
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Why Thrift in 2025?
And many thrift shops support charities, so you’re winning no matter how you look at it.
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