{"id":5710,"date":"2023-09-11T10:05:01","date_gmt":"2023-09-11T09:05:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.craneandco.co.uk\/pages\/?p=5710"},"modified":"2023-09-11T10:13:17","modified_gmt":"2023-09-11T09:13:17","slug":"how-to-become-an-ace-bargain-hunter-during-second-hand-september","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.craneandco.co.uk\/pages\/how-to-become-an-ace-bargain-hunter-during-second-hand-september\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Become an Ace Bargain Hunter during Second-Hand September"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><span style=\"color: #618899;\">Looking for a way to save cash, be kind to the environment and help a good cause? Then roll up your sleeves and go hunting for a second-hand bargain.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As this month is Second-Hand September*, now\u2019s the time to up your game when shopping for \u2018pre-loved\u2019 clothes, shoes, furniture and toys.<\/p>\n<p>And to help you do so, we\u2019ve prepared some tips on sniffing out the best charity shop bargains.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Walking into a charity shop and seeing a jumble of clothing can feel daunting. But don\u2019t be overwhelmed; just take your time and keep an open mind. Look out for quality fabrics, quirky patterns or colours you love wearing.<\/li>\n<li>If you have little ones, watch for seasonal items such as wellies, waterproofs and gloves, and Crocs and wetsuits. Children grow so quickly that you\u2019ll likely only get a season or two out of these items, so best to go second-hand.<\/li>\n<li>Charity shops are a great place to find barely used sporting goods such as tennis rackets, cricket bats and shin pads. Some stores also sell musical instruments, which \u2013 after a quick tune-up \u2013 are ideal for beginner musicians.<\/li>\n<li>Fashion houses have become more generous with their sizing over the years, so when looking at vintage garments, size up or try them on in-store.<\/li>\n<li>When looking at furniture, think creatively. Consider reframing artworks and reupholstering tired-looking sofas and chairs. Chests of drawers and wardrobes can be updated with a lick of paint and new handles.<\/li>\n<li>Many charities also have online shops selling high-quality items, so keep an eye on what they\u2019re listing.<\/li>\n<li>If you don\u2019t hit the jackpot on your first charity shop visit, persist. You never know when a fashionista or sports-mad collector will have a clear-out and donate a treasure trove of items.<\/li>\n<li>Charity shops tend to see a surge in donations in January when many people offload unwanted Christmas items.<\/li>\n<li>Keep the second-hand cycle going by donating your quality unwanted goods to your local charity store.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #618899;\"><strong>Where\u2019s the best place in Hailsham to pick up a bargain? Let us know your favourite charity shop on <a style=\"color: #618899;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/CraneandCo1\/?locale=en_GB\">Facebook<\/a>.<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>*<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oxfam.org.uk\/get-involved\/second-hand-september\/\">Oxfam\u2019s Second Hand September campaign<\/a> encourages everyone to buy only used items for the month.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for a way to save cash, be kind to the environment and help a good cause? Then roll up your sleeves and go hunting for a second-hand bargain. As this month is Second-Hand September*, now\u2019s the time to up your game when shopping for \u2018pre-loved\u2019 clothes, shoes, furniture and toys. 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