With a family of 6, I have to keep an eye on our budget. Thrift shopping has helped me furnish our home and buy luxury clothes.

The author (not pictured) has decorated most of her home with thrifted items.

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• In a family of six, we look for creative ways to save money, and thrifting is one of those.
• I love finding a good bargain, which means I can get luxury items for less.
• I've decorated most of my home with items from thrift shops and Buy Nothing groups.

Since moving into my forever home 13 years ago, I've kept a running list of household needs — a living room chair...