by Jenny Latto | Mar 2, 2021 | Op Shopping
Thrift store finds or op shopping as we call it in New Zealand, can be a great source of items for all sorts of projects. On a recent trip to Auckland City, I was on a mission to find items to up-cycle for my studio. Consequently I visited 9 op shops in the Glen Innes...
by Jenny Latto | Feb 28, 2021 | Op Shopping
Hamilton Op Shops to Visit Hamilton or The Tron as its affectionately referred to is known for The Hamilton Gardens and the Waikato River that winds its way through the city and the stunning walks along the river banks. Hamilton is part of the area known as the...
by jenny | Feb 8, 2021 | Op Shopping
Self confessed Op shop fanatic here, so when the opportunity presented itself it for an Op Shop Road Trip, I got planning the trip with a passion. Heading away to Rotorua recently, for a long weekend, I decided to make the most of it by not taking the quickest...
by jenny | Oct 19, 2020 | Op Shopping
Mention Matamata and to a large portion of people, Hobbiton probably springs to mind. However for this self confessed op shopper I’d be checking out the bargains at any op shops first. There are 5 to choose from, so hopefully you’ll find something to...
by Jenny Latto | Jul 9, 2020 | Op Shopping
Are you always on the hunt for pre-loved treasures? Do you love the thrill of scouring second-hand shops for amazing finds? Well this Waiuku-based chick loves to shop in second hand stores! What’s In a Name? If you didn’t already know, Uku Chic (previous...
by jenny | Jul 2, 2020 | Op Shopping
There is nothing more exciting than finding a bargain. One of my hobbies is to go op-shopping and find all the treasures. I love finding discarded treasures and adding them to my collection of bits and pieces. Sometimes I find old sewing things like scissors or...
