It never ceases to amaze me what you can find in an op-shop. People give away all sorts of things that they no longer want or need. Imagine my utter delight when I walked into my local op-shop to find this pure wool, hand knitted scarf made in Scotland. I’ve been looking for a really long pure wool scarf that you can wrap and wrap around you.
There are two holes but nothing that can’t be easily darned so now I’m left wondering- why did someone not want this divine scarf anymore?
What have you found? I know we all have stories of finding the most amazing house hold items, clothing and accessories and I’ve certainly got some crackers over the years. Your turn!
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What a beautiful warm looking scarf! I’ve found a few gems over the years with my fav probably being a Gucci waist belt for $1…
Ah that scarf looks cosy, particularly useful in such freezing temps.
With my own finds, there are so many to mention, but my best find has to be a Paul Smith bag snapped up for $2 http://www.recycled-fashion.com/2011/02/designer-bag-when-you-least-expect-it.html
A couple of weeks ago I found an amazing leather bag at my local Salvos in Croydon. It’s over-the-shoulder, camel in colour and features beautiful matt silver buckles. I paid $10 for it and I’m sure a shop would’ve sold it at one point for $70 or upwards. All it needed was a wipe-down with a damp cloth to get rid of some sightly marks. Other than that, it’s practically brand new 🙂
I found a real Louis Vuitton bag at Savers a few years ago… No one still believes me haha
Ok you have now inspired me to be looking in op shops but I still feel a little awkward believing that they should be left for people who cannot afford to buy elsewhere. I am a sucker for an amazing scarf so will start my hunt today xx.
that’s so funny that your scarf is from scotland – I can only imagine some scottish person arriving in melbourne only to find it so warm in comparison to home that they couldn’t imagine ever needing this scarf ever again!
♥ ThankFifi
That scarf is gorgeous! Great op-shop find!
I found a great orange wool sweater at an AWLQ vintage sale – for $5!!! Such a bargain 🙂
i bought an amazing floral hand-made dress for $10 at a tiny op shop in caulfield
http://string-of-events.tumblr.com/post/24121328714/amazing-hand-made-floral-dress-i-picked-up-at-an
that’s an amazing scarf, looks beautiful….I found a gerard darel skirt for $2
Hi girl 🙂
I found an awesome bag once.
Do not usually leave a link, but this time I will:)
Hope thats oki LM 🙂
http://www.thegirlinoslo.com/2011/05/my-newest-2-hand-buy.html
I’m an op-a-holic and am constantly amazed at what people give away.
My most favourite item of clothing that i’ve got recently is a 70s fuschia maxi posted about here http://theseaandmechange.blogspot.com.au/2012/05/what-i-wore-wednesday-70s-heaven.html
LOVE!
That is an awesome insane scarf btw