Category Archives for Weekday Outing

Get a free bag!

SPEND $50 OR MORE AND GET A BOLSA BAG Allston Buffalo Exchange, Boston Sep 17, 2011 to Sep 18, 2011 Come celebrate the Allston Buffalo Exchange’s first year of business this weekend! Purchase $50 or more and get our signature … Continue reading

14. September 2011 by elaine aka bean
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Tres Gatos aka Vinyl Heaven

I went to dinner last night at Tres Gatos in JP and was thrilled to find out they have a new/used record and bookstore in the back of the restaurant. The place has a huge selection of artists! I purchased … Continue reading

02. September 2011 by elaine aka bean
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“My Secret Boston” Shares Their Favorite Vintage Stores

“My Secret Boston” recently shared “Twelve places to find clothes that don’t look like (or cost as much as if) they came from the mall.” Some of the places are still quite pricy, but there are several vintage stores listed. … Continue reading

01. September 2011 by elaine aka bean
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Coming Up: 2011 Brimfield Antique Show

A co-worker–and Boston native–recently told me about this massive antique show in Brimfield, Ma, located just over an hour out of the city. It runs several weeks throughout the year but the last show for 2011 will be held next … Continue reading

28. August 2011 by elaine aka bean
Categories: Clothing, Flea Market, Housewares, Sales, Swaps, Weekday Outing, Weekend Outing, Yard Sales | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Looking for affordable antique furniture?

The Habitat for Humanity Restore in West Roxbury has a fairly nice selection of antique tables, dressers, beds, chairs and vanities. The white dresser (above) is only $30. The pieces to the left are all under $50. The store is … Continue reading

24. July 2011 by elaine aka bean
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Featured Store: Savers in West Roxbury

Savers in West Roxbury recently moved from 1600 VFW Parkway to a huge store at 1230 VFW Parkway. The store is pretty awesome and is a great place if you’re looking for records, books, frames, clothing, shoes and/or trinkets. Despite … Continue reading

24. July 2011 by elaine aka bean
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Bean Rating: Savers, West Roxbury

Matt and I checked out the new Savers in West Roxbury. Read the full review and see photos under the “Featured Stores” tab. Women’s Clothing: 4 beans Men’s clothing: 4 beans Books: 3 beans (all books are buy four get … Continue reading

24. July 2011 by elaine aka bean
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New Addition to the Directory

My friend Rachel notified me today that there is a “giant” Savers in West Roxbury. Apparently, the store is located in an old Stop & Shop (grocery store) building. I haven’t been to the store yet to survey what they … Continue reading

17. July 2011 by elaine aka bean
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Bean Rating: Goodwill (Harrison Ave.)

I stopped by the Goodwill right off of Melnea Cass Blvd. today after a morning shoot and found a ton of great blouses. This is a HUGE store so be prepared to shuffle through racks upon racks of clothing. I … Continue reading

14. July 2011 by elaine aka bean
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Take a Thrifty Stroll Through Roslindale Village

Starting this Thursday and continuing every Thursday through August 11, Roslindale Village Main Street will be holding a “Summer Stroll”. There are tons of tastings, performances, shows, sales and exhibitions to enjoy. The Thrift Shop of Boston in Roslindale Square … Continue reading

29. June 2011 by elaine aka bean
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Featured Store: Regeneration in Roslindale

Regeneration is going out of business unfortunately. The store, which carries vintage/used items and new items, is located in Roslindale Square. For the next couple weeks items in the store will be continually reduced. I bought several small gift items … Continue reading

15. June 2011 by elaine aka bean
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