I've really enjoyed reading about everyone's thrift store finds. There aren't any thrift stores in my area, but we do have a lot of garage sales. It would be fun to hear about your favorite garage sale finds.
My best purchase ever was the Galway leaded crystal vase that I bought for 25 cents. They sell on Ebay for $50-60. I also bought a box of quart size Mason jars for $5.00.
You have to go through a lot of junk to find the treasure, but it's a real high when you find something you've been looking for that is so inexpensive!