October 2011
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Gypsy Market
Hello my lovelies,
I know it feels like it’s been a long time-it has. During my time away from sfv I moved into my own apartment, left the restaurant industry and changed jobs, and I got married to the best spirit friend I have. So, I haven’t been slacking off, I promise!
At long last sfv is back. This time around I’m re-pricing my merch to reflect truly affordable vintage...
December 2010
7 posts
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my first sale. a review...
Well, after 6 months of planning, 24 trips to the thrift store and 47 hand-made price tags, my first sale is officially done! I’m so exhausted and so happy. It was a heckuva lot of work, but totally worth it in the end. The market itself was pretty quiet, due to bad weather and such, but I was fortunate enough to have a steady stream of friends visit me through out the day. Anyone who took...
Featured Sale Item
Wow. Imagine my delight when I came across this poncho just a few days ago. I almost left the store empty handed, but a sweet siren song called me to the racks one more time. At the very back of the thrift store, stuffed amongst dresses and sweaters, I found this: my Stevie Nicks poncho. Although, it hurts…I have decided to sell it. It hurts even to type those words…ahhhh! I’ll...
Sale!
My first sale is happening this weekend and I’m getting oh-so-excited! Here are all the details for you local vancouver-ites:
CAROUSEL THEATRE’S CRAFT FAIR
When: Saturday December 18th
Time: 10am - 5pm
Place: Carousel Theatre on Granville Island (1411 Cartwright St)
I will have a table and a clothes rack stocked with my finest, one-of-a-kind second hand clothes. I was looking at...
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Featured Sale Item
Today’s featured item for sale is this houndstooth blazer. It’s a size S/M and will be on sale for only $20! It’s wool, lined with silk and is in mint condition with the shoulder pads still intact. I debated for a long time about whether or not to take them out, but I think the coat looks better, and has more structure, with them in. I paired it with this grey silk tank, skinny...
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Featured Sale Item
This square silk magenta top is my first featured sale item. This loose and flowy top is on trend and expensive at a regular store, but I will be selling it for only $10. I paired it with a vintage robin’s egg necklace, skinny jeans and my black combat boots. It woud also look great in the summer time with cream or jean shorts, and a little jacket or cardi thrown over top. It’s...
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top 3 reasons buying vintage is best:
There are many reasons I love buying second hand clothes, but I’ll try and keep this short and sweet:
1. Original
No one will ever have the exact same piece as you. I think this is my number one reason for buying clothes at thrift and consignment stores. I like wearing things that are a little bit different, and in this world where everyone shops at the same three stores, it’s hard...
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welcome!
Welcome to the official blog of Spirit Friends Vintage. I am a Vancouver based thrift store treasure hunter and vintage lover. With Spirit Friends Vintage I find the best pieces, clean them up and then sell them to you for a reasonable price. It’s like the best thrift store with only cool stuff in it! On the blog I’ll let you know about upcoming sales, post photos of merchandise and...