3 Fun and Thrifty Ways to Ring in the New Year
A New Year’s Eve celebration typically brings to mind images of glamour and sparkle galore. But, would you believe you can throw a memorable New Year’s Eve party on a budget using thrift store finds from Goodwill? It’s true!
Read on for some fun and thrifty ways to celebrate the start of 2022 with Goodwill “” and don’t worry, we have ideas for those of you who are looking for something a little less fancy and a little more chill to ring in the new year!
Keep ’em Entertained
The biggest key to New Year’s Eve party success is entertainment. You don’t want your guests watching the clock all night!
If laid-back is your vibe, shop at Goodwill to pick up a few board games, puzzles, or card games for less and set up tables so groups can play together. This theme is especially popular for family parties since the grown-ups and kids can have multiple games going at the same time.
Ohio Valley Goodwill also has amazing deals on DVDs for when little ones get sleepy. Put them in their pajamas and pop on a movie!
White Dishes from Goodwill
Vintage Glitz
You might be dreaming of something a little more dazzling to celebrate the start of the new year. If so, shopping at Goodwill is still the answer to saving your budget!
Think about vintage gold-trimmed serving dishes and platters. Or, pick up candlesticks or battery-operated votive candles to add romantic lighting to your space. If you’ve chosen a silver and gold color scheme, remember that most anything you find at Goodwill can be easily spray painted for an elegant effect!
Embrace the Nostalgia
Picture frames from Ohio Valley Goodwill
No matter how fancy or casual your get-together, marking the start of a new year is always about reflection and optimism for the future. A few Goodwill finds can help you spark conversation and set the mood before the clock strikes midnight.
Look for picture frames at your local Goodwill store and paint them to match your theme, then fill those frames with photos from the past year and place them throughout your party space. It’s the perfect way to reflect with your guests, and might even lead to great story sharing!
Feel Good About Giving Back Through Goodwill
Donate to Goodwill and change a life!
When you host a thrifty New Year’s Eve celebration with help from Goodwill, you’ll feel good about giving back. Ohio Valley Goodwill provides job skills training and employment services for individuals with disabilities and others facing barriers to employment. And it’s all happening right here, in your community!
Visit your local Ohio Valley Goodwill store and start planning a fabulous New Year’s Eve celebration!
