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I looove saving money!  But, I also love buying new things for my home. That’s why I’m a big fan of thrift stores. And, because so many thrift stores benefit worthy causes in my community, they make my shopping trip a win-win experience. I find something “new” for a great price while giving back to my community.

That’s why I’m, once again, participating in a special Thrift Benefit for Shelter Animals. 

Did you know that many communities have thrift stores that directly benefit animal shelters?  Until last year, I didn’t know that!  That means when you shop at those stores, the proceeds of your purchase will go directly to local animal shelters.  Your money helps house, vaccinate, spay/neuter and find homes for needy animals in your community.  I think that’s so great! 

I am an animal lover (we have 2 dogs and 2 cats in our family) so today, I’m happy to be participating in a 22-blog tour of DIY and Home bloggers.  Together we are raising awareness about shopping at local thrift stores that directly benefit homeless animals in your area.  

Many of us are using our DIY and decorating skills to re-use and re-purpose things we found at our local thrift shops.  Others are telling the stories of their own shelter pets.  (To read the story I wrote last year about my own shelter pet family click here.)

Today, I’m showing you my thrifty fall center piece.  I used some thrift store treasures when putting it together.  By sharing it with you, I’m hoping you’ll be inspired to look for your own treasures in a shop near you!  

Unfortunately, I don’t have a thrift store near me that benefits animals (the closest one is an hour away), but I shopped at another local charity store so I could perhaps, spark your enthusiasm for being thrifty.  

Can you guess what came from the thrift store in my fall centerpiece?

Yep.  It’s the cup and saucer.  The cup was 89 cents and the plate was $1.49.

I rarely pass up blue and white transferware — even if it’s not part of a set.   I can always find a way to use it.

I also usually see a lot of baskets for sale like the one I’m using today.  This one isn’t a thrifted find, but I could have easily picked up a nice one for a buck or two.  (My husband is ready to put me in a 12-step program for my basket addiction so I really need to refrain from buying more!)

If you’d like to find a store that benefits shelter animals near you, you can simply do a Google search for “animal shelter thrift store.”  You can also call your local animal shelter and ask them if they have a shop.  If there is nothing near you there are many ways to help animals in need:

1. Adopt a shelter pet instead of buying from breeders or pet stores
2. Donate money to homeless animals through organizations like Petfinder.com or The Humane Society.
3. Donate money when checking out at local pet stores — many ask you to donate a dollar or two to local animal charities when you’re at the register
4. Volunteer at your local animal shelter
5. Donate pet food and/or supplies to local animal shelters 

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