A thrifty Reddit user hit the jackpot after snatching up an unused Zojirushi bread maker with the plastic still attached to the screen.
The lucky shopper shared his amazing find with the r/ThriftStoreHauls community.
The Zojirushi Programmable Mini Bread Maker for 1 Pound Loaf typically sells for over $300 on Amazon, but thanks to the power of thrifting, this Reddit user managed to get the top-quality appliance for a fraction of the price.
In the photo, the bread maker looks brand new from the factory, as if it's just been taken out of the box for the first time. “Zojirushi bread maker, still has plastic on screen,” the wise thrifty person captioned the photo.
For those of you who don't know, Zojirushi is a Japanese manufacturer known for its durable, high-performance kitchen appliances, and picking up an unused Zojirushi bread maker is a once-in-a-lifetime thrift store find.
Saving on products like Zojirushi is a win-win for your wallet and the planet. You can save on luxury appliances and everyday items like clothing and furniture. Plus, buying second-hand means one less item ends up in landfills.
In fact, a 2021 study from ThredUp found that buying second-hand reduces the production of new products and lowers each product's carbon footprint by about 82%. With the second-hand market expected to more than double by 2026 to reach $82 billion, your thrifting habits are part of a powerful sustainability movement.
Judging by the reactions of Reddit users, the bread maker seems to have been a big hit.
“Amazing! I was just longingly looking at the bread maker on the Zojirushi website. I also have a Zojirushi rice cooker and it's my favorite appliance,” one user commented.
“I found this exact thing a few years ago. Makes great bread,” shared another user.
“Amazing find!! Bread machines are so underrated,” a third chimed in, giving the final stamp of approval.
Next time you're at a thrift store, keep your eyes peeled for hidden gems. Your resourcefulness could land you a $300 bread machine, or even better, a sustainable solution to satisfy your at-home baking desires.
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