White ruffled purse:  $1.83 @ Claire's  (RSP:  $27.50)
Gingham leggings:  $1.08 @ Claire's  (RSP:  $20.50)
Pink foiled star purse:  $1.08 @ Claire's  (RSP:  $16)
Eyelet clutch frame wallet:  $1.19 @ Claire's  (RSP:  $18.25)
Pink/black clutch frame wallet:  $1.19 @ Claire's  (RSP:  $18.25)
Blue sequined clutch frame wallet:  $.59 @ Claire's  (RSP:  $18.25)
Other clutch frame wallets:  $1.23 each @ Claire's  (RSP:  $18.25)



Rose/chain oval hard case:  $1.19 @ Claire's  (RSP:  $18.25)

I decided to check out the location downtown today-I'm glad I did!  They had a pretty big selection of stuff, so I ended up using my $10 coupon here.

The prices ended up being crazy!  I almost wish I got another $10 coupon during the event.  It really wouldn't have taken much more effort to have gotten it this time, but oh well. 

Next time I'm going to be taking full advantage of this offer-it's so worth it!  The prices ended up being unbelievable.

The bag is indeed the same one I bought the other day-since my mom liked it, I thought I might as well pick one up for her.  Turns out a lot of the stuff I bought today is shown here.

 

Eastons:  pinstripe baseball pants:  $1.50 @ Liquidation World  (RSP:  $32.99)
Rawlings:  girls low rise softball pants:  $1 @ Liquidation World  (RSP:  $22.99)

I was specifically hoping to find more clothing today.  I really didn't think I would find anything from the sports section, but they're pretty much sweatpants, except better quality.

Same kind of stretch and comfort, except they actually bother to put in a zipper and snaps.  I just wanted something nicer to lounge around the house in...I've been looking for a while, but never found anything within my price range.  I'm really not willing to splurge for something I won't be going out in.

All sports apparel was 75% off the last ticketed price-I assumed it would end up being $3.75 (grappled with that for a while, then decided it was worth it).  To my surprise, it ended up being less than half that!

I'm so glad I decided to buy them since they're totally worth it for that price.  I don't normally bother checking the prices there since the scanner is always so finicky.

Once I discovered.the price discrepancy, I went back for the other pants above.  They're girls softball pants, but they look like capri length leggings.

If they weren't a large I probably wouldn't have bothered.  They looked pretty small already...when I finally tried them on, I didn't think they were going to come up.

Well, that material is really stretchy, and it ended up working somehow.  It almost fits like a shaping garment...the quality is pretty impressive.

They actually lost the tag and attached a hand written tag with the same code as the other pair of pants..funnily enough, I checked the pants pocket before buying it-the other tag happened to be in there!

At first they insisted that the other price was right, but when I finally got them to read the tag, they grudgingly gave me the correct price.

I really don't see what the big deal was..it was obvious that was the right one, everything matched up!

White ruffled purse:  $3.39 @ Claire's (RSP:  $27.50)
Ruffled gloves:  $1 @ Claire's (RSP:  $9.75)
Heart cut out gloves:  $1 @ Claire's (RSP:  $9.75)
Studded short gloves:  free @ Claire's (RSP:  $9.75)
Studded bow gloves:  $1 @ Claire's (RSP:  $9.75)
Belts:  $1 each @ Claire's (RSP:  $11.50)
Wallets:  $2.27 each @ Claire's (RSP:  $18.25)
10.5" Sumi plush:  free @ Northern Gifts (RSP:  $25)

Unbeknownst to me, Claire's had been offering a $10 off coupon for any purchase over $20 for over a month.  I rarely ever spend that much there, but it's worth it for the coupon.

Today was the last day to get it.  It was hard finding a Claire's with enough stuff I wanted, but I ended up going to the one that wouldn't honour the belts in the ten for $10 last time. 

That turned out to be a blessing in disguise, since there's no way I would have had enough this time!  Thankfully, the signs are much clearer now. 

They were also giving away free plush reindeer today for anyone who spent over $20 (seems to be their magic number), but they ran out just as I came.  Oh well.

I almost didn't get the coupon since the cashier said I was $.80 short.  I was so sure I planned it out carefully, but I left it alone since she gave me the coupon anyway.

When I was outside, I realized I was missing one of my items!  One of the gloves above..she forgot to ring it in.

Normally you have to buy in groups of ten to get the discount, so I asked her if I could just buy it separately for that price.  She ended up just giving it to me for free since it was her mistake, so that was a nice gesture.

Funnily enough, the gloves don't even fit!  They're way too tight for me to actually use comfortably.  I didn't think to try them out in the store..they should have used a stretchier fabric.

In happier news, I'm really enamored with that purse.  I'm glad I waited until now to pick it up-I remember passing it up the last time I was here because I thought it was this purse I already have.  What can I say, I was in a rush.   It's similar, except a lot smaller and shaped differently.  Surprisingly good quality for them.

Since I was in the area, I ended up picking up another free olympic plush.  Just one more and I'll have the whole set!

This one was my least favourite.  He looked really cute in the picture, but I was pretty horrified by him in person.

White Alice in Wonderland shirt:  $2.79 @ Claire's (RSP:  $22.75)
Grey Alice in Wonderland shirt:  $2.79 @ Claire's (RSP:  $22.75)
Disderi 4 lens camera:  $3.09 @ Claire's (RSP:  $25)
Zebra print clutch:  $2.19 @ Claire's (RSP:  $18.25)

I know that today is black Friday in the US-nothing normally happens here, except I suppose some chains that also have stores in the US do a little something for us.

All clearanced items were 75% off the last price-it was unbelievable!  I don't remember them ever going above the 50% they offer with the 10 for $10 deal.

I really wanted the above shirts, but didn't think they were worth $6.  When I found out about this new clearance, they immediately came to mind.

They are really thin, and keeping in mind that I've gotten better quality shirts for even less than that, it took me a while to decide.

The white one was a no brainer, but I spent a few minutes contemplating putting the grey one back on the rack.

I'm realllly annoyed I bought that camera a few weeks back.  I still haven't used it yet!  I griped about the price back then, and now I'm lamenting it even more knowing I could have gotten it for a price I would have preferred.

I ended up buying this second one in case something happens to the first one...at least that's like getting two at the price that just one would cost me online.

The clutch was a nice surprise.  I didn't see it any of the other times, so they must have brought it out just recently. I'm definitely not willing to pay more than that for that style purse.

Chadwicks - pink pinstripe pants:  $2 @ Liquidation World (RSP:  $39.99)
Enakei scheduler:  $2 @ A Buck of Two
Bandai Sailor Moon locket:  $2.99 @ Value Village
Betsey Johnson - 232 aviator - cherry - pink sunglasses w/yellow tinted frames:  $2 @ Winners (RSP:  $55)
Nicole Lee - blue framed aviator unglasses:  $2 @ Winners (RSP:  $20+)

Liquidation World was having another midnight madness sale today, so that was the primary reason for this whole trip.

Last time I got some amazing deals, but this time it was just like any other day.  The pants I bought weren't affected by the sale at all...I had been eyeing them for a while, but wasn't sure if they would look nice (no fitting rooms).

The last time I saw them they were five bucks...once I saw them for this price, I thought it was worth a shot.  If anything, I'm pretty sure they'd make cute shorts.

I then went to the Value Village nearby.  I haven't found any Sailor Moon items in a long time-the role playing toys are my favourite, so I was really excited when I found the above today.

I already have one, but that was in the grubbiest condition I've ever seen....it cleaned up ok, but I would have never bought anything else in such disgusting condition from a thrift store.  The one I got today looks almost perfect, so it's a total upgrade.  I just hope it works...

I heard that Michael's was having some crazy clearance sale-$2 for a garbage bag full of stuff-but sadly, I didn't see anything like that today.

The line ups were huge though!  I really didn't understand why.  I took a quick look around the store, and everything seemed to be priced the same.

Picked up the same planner I had for this year.  If I find something better, I might make a change, but I really like how these are formatted.  The awesome drawings don't hurt either.

Finally, I found some cheap sunglasses at Winners!  I was in shock when I saw how cheap they were...I didn't even see any that low during final clearance time!

I don't normally buy sunglasses, but I couldn't pass them up for that price.  Especially since I love Betsey Johnson.

The funny thing is, I was just thinking to myself during the last final clearance that I should pick up some sunglasses next time...that was after passing up some $3-$5 glasses.

I did see $1 glasses once, but they were broken a little, whereas these ones are in perfect condition.  I guess I was just in the right place at the right time, since nothing else there was that cheap.

I can't wait until the next final clearance sale!

Dancing couple clock:  $6.99 @ Value Village

I really had a hard time deciding on this one.

I love how it looks, and I think it's such an adorable idea...but it's really cheaply made.  Just plastic, which doesn't really make it seem worth the price.  If it was a sturdier material, it would have come home with me in a heartbeat.

The details make it!  The little sun coming down, the cityscape...there seems to be one piece missing at the top, I wonder what it was.

Anyhow, I have 7 days to return it if I change my mind.  It's not really the kind of thing I normally go for..I prefer vintage/Victorian type decor.

Buuuut, there was just something about it.  I've never seen anything like that, and I might not again.  Just couldn't pass it up.  I've spent way more on crap that ended up being much worse, so that decides it.

Also, it was in pretty good condition.  Just like new...I really wonder when this was made.  Barely a scratch on it.  Though, who really needs clocks anymore?

Angel diary - Ballerina notebook - Star notebook:  $1.99 for all @ Value Village

9.5" Mukmuk plush:  free @ Northern Gifts (RSP:  $25)

My Little Pony:  Baby Lickety Split - Baby Tic Tac Toe - Daisy (birthflower pony):  $1.99 for all @ Value Village

It's funny.  I haven't bought a MLP in a long time...a few years ago, they'd have been the only thrift shop finds I would find worthwhile.  

The reason I started going in the first place was to find toys...first MLP, then other miscellaneous toys from the 80's.  

I've actually passed up a lot in the last few years.  They were either dirty, common, or just not worth the price to me.

Honestly, I basically only pick up ponies that I know are rare, or good condition babies that I don't already have (such a weak spot for the little ones). 

Finally, I've seen the light!  My horizons have now expanded and I pretty much check out everything.  For the last year, it's mostly been home decor or small personal (but not too personal) use items like the above.  

Still won't pass the clothing threshold though.  If it's something that someone's put against their bare skin for various periods of time, I'm not touching it!  

Unless it's new with tags...but I never have the patience to look through all of that junk to find those scarcities.  

I was overjoyed when I found the notebooks!  The angel one was the only one I really wanted, the other ones I probably would have passed up.  

I did like the ballerina image, but it's not something I would have gone out of my way to get.

The last one I don't really like that much, but I might as well use it since I have it.  I'll just put a better image in there :P.

Back to the angel one.  It's dollar store 'elegance' at it's best!  Kind of tacky, yet kind of awesome at the same time.  

The little 'frame' just makes it..I've never seen that kind of style before.  Of course, it just had to feature one of my favourite painters, William Bouguereau.

The picture was framed pretty stupidly (started almost halfway down), but I fixed it for the picture.  

On an interesting aside (to me anyway), it's actually multilingual inside:  english and spanish.  Here I was thinking french was that second language of ours.   

Betseyville - Lucky - vinyl platform rain boots:  $5 @ Shoe Warehouse (RSP:  $149.95)

I really wasn't sure whether to buy this or not. 

The other one was a no brainer due to the awesome print-this one however, is a bit more generic.  I already have boots that are somewhat similar (and a lot more comfortable)

In the end, I bought them because I wanted another box (that box). 

Well, that wasn't the reason, but it was a reason.  For the price I paid, I'm sure I could make the money back easily if I decided to get rid of them!

Roberto Vianni - black studded scarf:  $1 @ Shoe Warehouse (RSP:  $19.95)
Roberto Vianni - white pvc chain purse:  $2.50 @ Shoe Warehouse (RSP:  $10+)
Super Girl tank top:  $1 @ Liquidation World (RSP:  $6+)
Nail buffer/file set:  $.88 @ Liquidation World (RSP:  $3)
Essie nail polishes - blanc - vanity fairest:  $1 each @ Trade Secret (RSP:  $10)

Decided to go to Coquitlam today, primarily to get the nail polish above.  That turned out to be disappointing as there were barely any shades left.  Still, I was happy since I'd been looking for those particular shades for a long time.

Since I was in the area, I decided to go to my old standbys.  For some reason Shoe Warehouse is having another half off sale, but their stock hasn't changed much.

I never noticed how cheap their accessories were!  The scarf is pretty cheap quality, I'm really surprised anyone thought it was worth $20.  I could make it myself easily, but I thought the buck was worth saving myself the trouble.

I really like the purse, but it's quite marked up.  I'm hoping I can get some of them off, but if not, I still won't mind that much.  I don't think they're that noticeable from far away.  In any case, I definitely wouldn't have paid more for it in that condition.

The tank top was a medium, and there's no dressing room in that chain of stores.  I figured I would risk it for a buck.  It'll be an easy fix if it's too big.

9.5" Miga plush:  free @ Northern Gifts (RSP:  $27)

I sure didn't care about the Olympics, but I did think the mascots were cute.  Still, I didn't have an overwhelming desire to purchase any of the copious amounts of crap they came out with.

I went to Burnaby today to check out a few things (that was a bust).  Since I was in the area, I decided to check out the Olympic warehouse for the first time today. 

I wouldn't normally have gone, but they had a promotion where they gave each person the free plush above. 

It seems they do this just about all of the time-I might go back in the future if I have reason to be in the area at that time.  Even though there is tons of walking involved. 

Flower print stainless steel flask:  $2 @ Icing by Claire's (RSP:  $14.25)
Pink sequin camouflage stainless steel flask:  $2 @ Icing by Claire's (RSP:  $14.25)
Green sequin camouflage stainless steel flask:  $2 @ Icing by Claire's (RSP:  $14.25) 
Vintage charm hoop earrings:  $2 @ Icing by Claire's (RSP:  $14.25)
Gold metal flower cuff bracelet:  $2 @ Icing by Claire's (RSP:  $12)

I noticed that Claire's was having another 10 for $10 sale, so I knew that Icing would be having a 5 for $10 one.

The last time I went there, I was really interested in buying a leopard print flask.  Sadly, there weren't 4 other items I wanted.  I wasn't going to pay $7 for it alone, so I ended up leaving it there.

Besides, I don't drink, so I didn't think I would have much use for it anyway.  I thought I might put water in it, but I have a larger stainless steel bottle for that.

Flash forward to a few weeks ago.  I was going out for a night on the town, but didn't want to carry that heavy bottle around.  I sure could have used a little something to quench my thirst though, which immediately made my mind wander back to those cute little flasks I saw previously.

So I was really hoping they would have some nice ones when I came back today, and I was not disappointed.  I really struggled to pick the last two items, but ended up deciding on the baubles above.

I can't wear pierced earrings because they always make my ears bleed.  I ended up buying these ones because they had such cute charms on them..the lockets actually open up!  That was the clincher for me.

The other one I eyed in the past, but never had enough items to justify its purchase. 

I would have preferred walking away with 5 flasks, since those seem the most worth it..but I didn't see the point in having doubles.  For better or worse, this is definitely the start of a new love!

Just about all of the other times I've been there, they've always had flasks on clearance.  Most of them have been really gaudy though...I remember seeing these ones in particular.

I really can't imagine any self respecting person using the former!  Ironically, I doubt one who carries that item possesses any of the attributes inscribed thereon. 

I still really wish I could have gotten the leopard one though.  Oh well, maybe next time!

Striped gloves w/lacey spider accents:  $1 @ Claire's (RSP:  $9.75)
4 lens action camera:  $6.49 @ Claire's (RSP:  $25)
Lacey skull clips:  $1 @ Claire's (RSP:  $5.75)

I found the camera the day before.  I had actually seen it months before as well, but never bothered to pick it up.  They took it off the shelves shortly after so I assumed they had all been sold.

I thought it was a neat idea when I first saw it, but it seemed too expensive for such a cheaply made camera.  It's completely made out of plastic and feels like a toy!

I didn't think it was worth the money, but I thought it was a really cool idea so I checked online to see if it could be found any cheaper.

Turns out the cheapest ones are about $10 shipped (though some guy claimed he got one for a buck somehow), so I decided to bite the bullet and get it the next day. 

It feels even cheaper out of the package, but I really like the results I've seen on flickr so far.  I'm pretty sure this will be money well spent!

I just have to find some worthwhile action to capture...most examples I've seen were of things that were almost stationary, resulting in 4 basically identical frames.  I just find that so boring...what's the point in capturing something so redundant? 

Turns out the camera is named Disderi (or Diseri), and comes in a multitude of lens numbers.  Sample pictures and different colours here.

This is the official site, while this offers some information about the cameras.

As for the Halloween things, they ended up being $1 each, so there was no point in taking advantage of the 10 for $10 sale.

I thought the gloves were pretty awesome the first time I saw them-I was actually considering a similar ring I saw the day before, but ended up deciding it wasn't worth it.

This one was definitely worth it-it was a pair of gloves!  Initially I thought it was just the one.

I don't wear hair barrettes, but I thought the above were really cute..in the end, I bought them for my dolls.  My Rovam in particular :3.

Crystal deodorant:  $2 @ Dollarama

Faded Glory tights:  $2 @ Dollarama

The tights are technically intended for girls, just like the last Faded Glory item I bought from here.

That one ended up sort of fitting, so hopefully these ones will too!  This was the only colour they had in this size anyway.

If it ends up fitting, I'll have to hunt down the ones in white and brown.  No 12-14's in those colours at this store.

I don't know how much these would normally cost, I just know that I've never seen them that cheap before!

Not that I've been going out of my way to look.  I've noticed them around, and each of them seem to go in the $5+ range. 

I've seen lots of pantyhose type leggings for $1 (and subsequently picked them up), but I haven't seen any of the thicker ones for this low before.  Even the store with the $1 leggings charged at least $5 for the ones made of thicker material!

Large glass vase:  $.94 @ Superstore (RSP:  $9.99)
Halloween flashlight:  $.24 @ Superstore (RSP:  $1)
Halloween flashlight:  $.24 @ Superstore (RSP:  $1)
Glow in the dark glitter gel:  free @ Superstore (RSP:  $3+)

Small reed diffusers (sweet vanilla, crisp apple):   $.94 each @ Superstore (RSP:  $4.99)
Larger pumpkin vanilla scented diffuser:  $.94 @ Superstore (RSP:  $12.99)

Pretty amazing!  Superstore had all of their Halloween/Fall items priced $.94 or less.

I've always wanted to try out those reed diffusers, but didn't want to pay full price.  I couldn't snatch these ones up fast enough!  The pumpkin ones were gone a few minutes after I saw them.

The glow in the dark glitter gel ended up being free because it scanned in at the wrong price.  At first the cashier just put in a code that was the right price, but I knew I should have gotten it for free due to SCOP.

It was basically free in either case ($.24), but it's just a matter of principle.

Nylon butterfly wings:  $1.75 @ Value Village (RSP:  $6.99)
Light up shoe laces:  $1 each @ Value Village (RSP:  $3.99)
Knee high socks:  $1 each @ Value Village (RSP:  $3.99)
Socks:  $.38 each @ Value Village (RSP:  $1.49)

I was pretty surprised when I saw the selection today.  Normally, there's barely anything left the day after Halloween, and that's when things are only 50% off!

I never bother to check anymore due to past experiences.  Since I was in the area, I decided to stroll on in..things were 75% off, and there was a pretty decent selection still left!

I grappled with the idea of buying some wigs, but ended up passing on them since they weren't great quality.  Same reason why I'll probably never buy premade costumes...they look so cheap.

I didn't think I would come back with wings either, but I hardly see ones like the above.  Most of the ones are really cheap and glittery, whereas this one is more realistic looking and very striking.

Still about the same quality as the other ones, but I just wanted to have it.  I don't think they're that easy to come by.

They were actually packing away stuff when I was looking around, so I wonder if any of the other ones still have Halloween stock.

I could use more socks!  I haven't gotten any in a long time, and those are things you always need.

Flower bouquet:  $.59 @ Liquidation World (RSP:  $5.99)
Polka dot sundae bowls:  $.69 each @ Liquidation World (RSP:  $2)
Flowers in vase:  $3 @ Liquidation World (RSP:  $14.96)

Just some more things to spiffy the place up!  

Glo bunny headband:  $.39 @ Liquidation World (RSP:  $3.99)
Glittery flame pantyhose:  $.49 @ Liquidation World (RSP:  $4.99)

Haven't been here in a while. Wasn't much left, but Halloween stuff was 90% off. Pretty crazy seeing children's costumes for less than $1!