I love clothing, shopping, fashion, and fun. I love the thrill of breaking in a new pair of jeans or busting out my newest little black dress for Friday night fun. I also love living and growing up in a friendly small town like Chico. Even though I love both, it’s sometimes hard to find “
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Topics: Chico Store, Clothing, Money Saving Tips
We know you’re always on the lookout for some good tips when it comes to saving money. Who isn’t? That’s why we’ve done the research for you and found some of the best blogs and websites out there that provide money saving information. So, keep reading to discover a roundup of
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Topics: Money Saving Tips
You begin your day at the gym, like so many of us. But…today happens to be one of THOSE days. The kids are late for school, so you are late for yoga, work, and wait…that birthday party is TONIGHT! Eeek! How do you pull it together and get through the day looking polished and still h
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Topics: Arc Stores General, Clothing, Money Saving Tips
Many local businesses have shown support for the Arc Store in Chico by donating goods in large quantities including clothing, household items, high quality furniture and more. Many brand new items can be found for a steal at any of the three Arc Store locations. It’s a great way to save money a
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Topics: Chico Store, Community Support, Donating
Whether you are planning a bridal shower for a relative, friend or yourself, you know it can be stressful and can cost a fair amount of money. Don’t let those worries get in the way of having fun and planning a beautiful event. Ultimately it’s not about how much you spend and you can stil
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Topics: Money Saving Tips
Somebody somewhere is immersed in the winter season. If you’re anything like me you think of a whole host of projects to get caught up on when the weather cooperates. In the summer months it’s usually outside the house fixing up the yard or putting up new rain gutters. In the winter month
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Topics: Arc Stores General, DIY Projects, Furniture
Although there are various thrift and second hand stores in Chico, the Arc Store is the go-to second hand store for any smart bargain hunter. The Arc Store has been voted The Best Thrift Store for over 15 years in a row by the Chico News & Review. That’s proof that there is something that p
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Topics: Chico Store, Community Support, Money Saving Tips
The special day of love, Valentine’s Day, will be here before we know it! Whether you are in a relationship or are single, you can often find yourself forking out quite a bit of money to please the one you love or are pursuing. We all know love isn’t about money, but of course you want to
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Topics: Money Saving Tips, Seasonal
One thing’s for sure on February 14—you want to look hot! From a romantic date to laying low with your BFFs, these outfits I’ve paired together are perfect for whatever you have planned for Valentine’s Day. With a $15 budget, shopping second hand will get you the best bang for
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Topics: Arc Stores General, Clothing, Holidays
Many people would like to celebrate Valentine’s Day, but honestly just can’t afford it, or they don’t like the fact that it is such a commercial holiday making trillions of dollars for candy makers and florists. But hey, what are you going to do, ask your sweetie to be your valentin
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Topics: DIY Projects, Holidays, Money Saving Tips