Finders Keepers

We all LOVE finding a valuable item to sell online. We are constantly on the hunt for that next treasure. From time to time though, we find something for ourselves. Something we cannot afford to buy new or maybe a vintage item no longer sold. Being disabled we cannot afford to buy new luxury items anymore, thrift shopping provides us opportunities to make a profit and shop for our needs. 

We don't keep very many items but the items we do keep are mostly shoes, T-Shirts (my personal weakness in life!) and jackets. Here are some of the items we've kept over the years: 

     Tracy McGrady game worn collection framed, limited edition large piece of jersey. These were given to loyal season ticket holders on the Orlando Magic's 15th anniversary. I've never been able to find out any other information about the item, so I have no clue how much it's worth. I purchased it for $2.00 back in 2008. I consider it one of, if not my greatest find/deal. It's hanging up in my workout room and won't be sold. 

     Vintage Satin Ohio St. Starter jacket

I'm from Columbus, Ohio and am a HUGE Buckeye fan. I just named my new dog Buckeye! Growing up in SW Florida and living in NC Florida, we don't find much Buckeye apparel at thrift stores. On a trip to Ohio in December, my one thrifting goal was to find a vintage Ohio St. Starter jacket for myself. I can't explain how happy I was when I found this jacket in my size. The $20 price tag was more than we'd pay in Florida, but it was worth it. Now I've got to figure out when to wear this heavy jacket in Florida! 

     New Under Armour Hoodie: USA

Think I bought this for $3-$4 at Goodwill. Usually I remember exactly where I buy things, but I'm not totally sure. 

     We LOVE Gremlins! It's one of our favorite movies. So when I found this snow globe from 1984 at the Hospice Thrift Store for $4.00 I had to buy it. Courtney loved it when I brought it home for her :) 

              Jordan 3 retros: I think 

I bought these in Tallahassee for $8.00. They are in amazing condition. I haven't taken the time to research them yet. Love the colors and design, so I'll keep them regardless. 

       Under Armour work out shoes

These shoes were like new and are perfect for working out or wearing to thrift. Plus they match my Ohio St clothing....always a bonus! At $5.00 they were a steal. 

     Jordan Boots: black, gold and silver

I thought these boots were fake when I purchased them at a Goodwill outside Orlando. Turns out they are real. I wanted to keep them anyway and love these boots. My big toe nails are still bruises 3 months after wearing these walking around Washington DC, so they are a little small but $90 boots for $8 was too good to pass up. 

     Dr. Martens leather women's shoes

I just found these a few weeks ago and haven't worn them yet. I found a men's pair in Gainesville and a women's pair in Naples. If they feel good, I'll keep them. If not, I'll sell them. 

What have you kept over the years? What catches your attention?