#FriendsofGoodwill

I am always impressed by what people find at their local Goodwill. Because I am a thrifting addict, I regularly scroll through the thrift related hashtags on Instagram and drool over the things that other people all over the country have found. In Knoxville, we use the #FriendsofGoodwill hashtag to see what people have found at our locations. I was recently looking at all the posts from last year, and I want to share some of the amazing things that were found in our stores in 2015.

Regram from @kate_adcock: My heart belongs to @goodwillknoxville Sevierville Location b/c never in my wildest dreams did I think I'd come across #Hunter rain boots in my daughter's size for $1.99. #gwiktn #friendsofgoodwill

A photo posted by Goodwill Industries-Knoxville (@goodwillknoxville) on Sep 8, 2015 at 10:23am PDT

Noah and Chelsea headed to a wedding this weekend wearing outfits found entirely at Goodwill! #friendsofgoodwill #goodwillfinds #wedding #weddingwear #weddingguest #cutecouple #goodwill #corduroy #suit #lookingfly

A photo posted by Goodwill Industries-Knoxville (@goodwillknoxville) on Aug 31, 2015 at 9:07am PDT

Regram from @just_a_reese. "In my Goodwill dress, because I don't have to spend hundreds of dollars to feel beautiful." Way to be awesome! Not only are you saving money and looking great, but your purchase helps fund job training in our community. What a great way to make a difference! #gowildcats #makeprommatter #goodwillfinds #goodwillprom #prom #promdress #friendsofgoodwill

A photo posted by Goodwill Industries-Knoxville (@goodwillknoxville) on Apr 20, 2015 at 11:52am PDT

@paizleysandpearls rocked it again by adding her monogram to a $2 Goodwill sweatshirt! Way to stay warm in style! #friendsofgoodwill #ootd #monogram #customized #DIY #goodwillfinds #goodwill #gwiktn

A photo posted by Goodwill Industries-Knoxville (@goodwillknoxville) on Feb 23, 2015 at 6:27am PST

@no.wxndr put together this comfy outfit with the help of Goodwill. Thanks for sharing! #friendsofgoodwill #goodwillfinds #comfy #ootd #goodwill #gwiktn

A photo posted by Goodwill Industries-Knoxville (@goodwillknoxville) on Jun 2, 2015 at 11:17am PDT

@poorlittlehousewife is after our hearts with this Goodwill-found outfit! #friendsofgoodwill #ootd #tbt #goodwillgold #fashionblogger #goodwillfinds #goodwill #gwiktn

A photo posted by Goodwill Industries-Knoxville (@goodwillknoxville) on May 22, 2015 at 7:59am PDT

@poppingtagsknox is getting into the Vol Spirit with this orange and white Goodwill ensemble! #greatfindfriday #friendsofgoodwill #goodwillfinds #govols #knoxrocks #goodwill #knoxville

A photo posted by Goodwill Industries-Knoxville (@goodwillknoxville) on Sep 25, 2015 at 10:59am PDT

@dancerfreak2broadway used one word to describe her look: Confidence. We love her bold outfit, complete with pants found at Goodwill! #friendsofgoodwill #goodwillfinds #confidence #ootd #highwaist #goodwill

A photo posted by Goodwill Industries-Knoxville (@goodwillknoxville) on Oct 5, 2015 at 5:46am PDT

We're happy that we could be a part of this cute outfit! @liquid_universe is ready to take on the world with her #goodwillfinds! #friendsofgoodwill #goodwill #cutedress #ootd

A photo posted by Goodwill Industries-Knoxville (@goodwillknoxville) on Sep 24, 2015 at 10:29am PDT

When @serendipitouslizzie needs a planter or vase, she comes to Goodwill! Show us your Goodwill finds! #friendsofgoodwill #igotitatgoodwill #lizziefoundthisthing #goodwillfinds #planter #milkglass #frog #goodwill #wildflowers

A photo posted by Goodwill Industries-Knoxville (@goodwillknoxville) on Jun 1, 2015 at 9:09am PDT

Regram from @serendipitouslizzie: "Thrifted find of the week: three vintage mason jars! The tall one is by Atlas and dates back to at least 1960. The two smallers ones are by Ball, and based on the lgoos, I dated them back to 1950. :) Found at the Bearden Goodwill. #igotitatgoodwill #lizziefoundthisthing" #friendsofgoodwill #goodwillfinds #masonjars #trinkets #trinketholder #goodwill #bearden #knoxville

A photo posted by Goodwill Industries-Knoxville (@goodwillknoxville) on Sep 16, 2015 at 11:17am PDT

@serendipitouslizzie is at it again! Her Goodwill-found vases give a charming, yet simple, decoration for her home! #friendsofgoodwill #goodwillfinds #milkglass #decorate #simple #goodwill #gwiktn

A photo posted by Goodwill Industries-Knoxville (@goodwillknoxville) on Jun 9, 2015 at 7:40am PDT

We're loving these #upcycled bangles by @dmdesigns. They found bracelets at Goodwill and customized them, making them great for stacking. #friendsofgoodwill #goodwillfinds #reclaimed #jewelry #handmade #thriftfind #goodwill #dmdesigns

A photo posted by Goodwill Industries-Knoxville (@goodwillknoxville) on Oct 6, 2015 at 7:40am PDT

Regram from @jillvernich: "Brought home this 1958 mint-colored cutie today from Goodwill. I've been wanting a typewriter since I was in high school and all that waiting paid off! She needs a little work, but the imperfections add character." #friendsofgoodwill #greatfindfriday

A photo posted by Goodwill Industries-Knoxville (@goodwillknoxville) on Oct 2, 2015 at 6:05am PDT

Who wouldn't want to go to a Goodwill-themed gift exchange? Some #friendsofgoodwill sent in a photo of all the White Elephant gifts from their Christmas party, all found at Goodwill!

A photo posted by Goodwill Industries-Knoxville (@goodwillknoxville) on Dec 22, 2015 at 7:18am PST

When you find something awesome at one of our Goodwill locations in 2016, share it with us! Please tag us on Instagram at @GoodwillKnoxville and use the hashtag #FriendsofGoodwill or tag Goodwill Industries-Knoxville on Facebook so we can see all the amazing stuff you find. 

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About Alyssa Watson

Alyssa is an AmeriCorps member serving at Goodwill Industries-Knoxville in the Marketing Department. She is currently looking for the jeans of her dreams and a some layering pieces to keep warm in the coming months.