St Vinnies Christmas Challenge

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It’s that time of year again. Somehow we are already 7 days away from Christmas Day (where did this year go?!), which means 2017 is only two weeks away! Eeeeek! So tis the season to hit the shops and start working your way through that Christmas list!

But before you do, here’s a thought: did you know that each year the average person spends $500.00 on Christmas pressies?! Sadly this money could be used to give a gift that really matters, like providing housing to the 105,000 Australians currently experiencing homelessness, or the 600,000 Aussie kids living in homes where the income is below the poverty line.

This year St Vinnies are on a mission to spread a little joy. They want to show people that op shopping (vintage shopping) for Christmas gifts is not only a much better choice for the wallet and the environment, but op shops like St Vinnies, use the profits to fund life-changing services like our Soup Vans and homelessness shelters.

I was contacted by St Vinnies to see if I wanted to take part in the#ExpressYourElf challenge and put my thrift shopping skills to the test and prove that the best Christmas presents, aren’t necessarily the newest or the most expensive.

My beautiful mama, came along with me for the challenge. Like me, she loves vintage shopping. Actually its because of my mama, who introduced me to vintage shopping when I was a little kid and ever since then I regularly go vintage shopping, so thank you bela mama!

I was given a $50 gift voucher and I have to say, I think I did pretty well for what I was able to pick up. Check out below what goodies I picked up!  I think I can say:

 

#challengewon

All of the items I was able to purchase for the #expressyourelf challenge
Corner side three level cabinet - $8.00
Fedora hat - $4.00 and Bardot ripped jeans - $1.00
70's like jewellery cabinet/box - $8.00
Ladies black wrap dress - $6.00

Challenge – how many items I can buy for $50.00:

Corner side three level cabinet – $8.00

70’s like jewellery cabinet/box – $8.00

Ladies black wrap dress – $6.00

Fedora hat – $4.00

Bardot ripped jeans – $1.00

Ladies plush bath robe (brand new) – $10.00

Large plush soft toy (perfect for a dog to play with) – $5.00

Picture frame of Wolf -$4.00

Tree photo frame – $4.00

TOTAL: $50.00

Ladies plush bath robe (brand new) - $10.00
Large plush soft toy - $5.00 (perfect for a dog to play with)
Picture frame of a wolf -$4.00
Family tree photo frame - $4.00

I had a lot of fun with this challenge, and I am quite impressed with how many goodies I picked up and I am proud to say a few family members will be getting one of these goodies as their Christmas present and I have also donated a few gifts to the local supermarket Christmas foundation. As much as we all love to get the brand new, expensive gifts at Christmas not everyone can afford expensive things or has the means to. Christmas is all about family and giving back to the community, and thinking of those less fortunate than ourselves. So this Christmas, try and give back to the community, no matter how big or small – every little bit helps.

Go into your local St Vinnies and have a look around, you will be amazed at what you can find and remember, every purchase you buy, will go to help one of the many Australians who are struggling.

Wishing you all, a merry Christmas and please stay safe xoxo

Do you like to go op-shopping (vintage shopping)? Would you consider buying a Christmas gift for someone from the vintage store?

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22 Comments
  • Style and Life by Susana
    December 21, 2016

    Thank you @disqus_psKOKmvS9x:disqus merry christmas to you and your family xx Susana

  • Kimberly Cain
    December 20, 2016

    I really love this idea. So inspirational and serves a reminder of what this season is really all about! Happy Holidays to you and your family.

    -Kim
    metamorphosisofamillennial.com

  • Style and Life by Susana
    December 20, 2016

    Thank you so much @patricialora:disqus xx Susana

  • Patricia Lora
    December 20, 2016

    Such an inspirational post, warms my heart. Amazing goodies too!

    xo, Patty
    http://www.pattyskloset.com

  • Style and Life by Susana
    December 20, 2016

    Thank you so much babe @disqus_FPDPUUd6FO:disqus xx Susana

  • Jasmine Watson
    December 20, 2016

    This is such an inspirational post and promotes a really strong message.

    It’s important to give to those more in need, especially around this time of year!

    Thanks for sharing

    http://Www.jazziepickles.blogspot.co.uk

  • Style and Life by Susana
    December 20, 2016

    Than you so much lovely @esseremoda:disqus xx Susana

  • Essere Moda
    December 20, 2016

    WOW! Great initiative. I love the items you’ve picked and that for 50 dollar. The jewellery cabinet/box is beautiful. X – https://esseremoda.nl/christmas-look/

  • Style and Life by Susana
    December 20, 2016

    Thank you so much @daisy_goldmsith121:disqus xx Susana

  • Style and Life by Susana
    December 20, 2016

    Thank yu @stephytse:disqus xx Susana

  • Style and Life by Susana
    December 20, 2016

    Thank you @kathyandy xx Susana

  • Style and Life by Susana
    December 20, 2016

    Thank you @alissamags:disqus xx Susana

  • Style and Life by Susana
    December 20, 2016

    Completely agree with you @melaniefalvey:disqus xx Susana

  • Style and Life by Susana
    December 20, 2016

    🙂 🙂 thank you @terezacityscapebliss:disqus you’re too kind, thank you. Yep, I’m on Bloglovin (https://www.bloglovin.com/blogs/style-life-by-susana-14664447). I will follow you back too xx Susana

  • Style and Life by Susana
    December 20, 2016

    Thank you @todaystada:disqus xx Susana

  • Daisy
    December 20, 2016

    such thoughtful post! love it and that hat is gorgeous x

  • Stephy Tse
    December 20, 2016

    The vintage jewelry box is pretty!

  • Kathy Andy
    December 19, 2016

    I love this kind of initiatives, and also the store is pretty cool, vintage fashion is amazing <3

  • Alissa Mags
    December 19, 2016

    I like the vintage jewelry box and the hat 🙂 Great finds you got there. It’s the essence that counts, not the price.

    https://thewallflowersecrets.com

  • Melanie Falvey
    December 19, 2016

    Lovely post, indeed it would make such a difference if we all tried to do this, at least with some gifts.

  • Tereza Cityscape Bliss
    December 19, 2016

    This is such a thoughtful post, I love it. I absolutely love reading posts of bloggers from other countries it’s ever so interesting – I haven’t come across anything like St Vinnies here in the UK! Also, sorry for being a pain but do you have Bloglovin? I’d love to follow you 🙂 x

  • Alyssa @ Today's TA DA!
    December 19, 2016

    Ok, your theme is awesome, totally jealous!!
    https://www.todaystada.com