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Surprise Inside

While I was trying to thrift a lot of vintage Vera Bradley bags to rehab, I decided to purchase a lot of three bags that looked to be in like-new condition for a couple of reasons. They arrived in June, and this one needs a bit of cleaning but is in quite nice shape. I found one exactly like it for sale on Poshmark for $44.00.

the little lunch bag in the lot is brand-new and adorable with the pup print. These retail for $40.00 new, too. This will be a Christmas gift for someone I love who has to take her lunch to work every day. :)

This Island Blooms shoulder bag matches a tote I got earlier this year and rehabbed, and it has never been used. The pattern is retired, too. I found the same bag selling for $50.00 on eBay. Then I opened it and guess what I found?

Matching wallet, also brand-new! This retails for $25.00 on Poshmark. I am over the moon, because now I have a matching wallet, purse and tote I can take on our wandering adventures.

This lot could easily resell for $159.00. I paid $15.00 for the entire lot with just $5.00 for shipping. Savings: $139.00. Thrift your bags, my friends.

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