🎁gifts for someone who just discovered thrifting
things that help without being condescending about the hobby
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~$35-40. this is the gift that actually gets used, unlike the pretty upright ones
2
a set of mesh wash bags, assorted sizes
~$10, protects delicate secondhand stuff in the wash
3
a real seam ripper, not the flimsy one from a $5 sewing kit
4
a fabric shaver for depilling sweaters
~$15-20, makes old sweaters look new again in five minutes
5
a canvas tote for hauls
6
a soft measuring tape
under $5 and somehow always missing from every house
7
a small travel lint roller
8
a gift card to a local thrift or consignment shop
let them pick, that's half the fun of this hobby
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