A thrifty Redditor has struck gold: he has got hold of an untouched bread maker from Zojirushi – the plastic film is still on the screen.
The lucky buyer shared his incredible find with the r/ThriftStoreHauls community.
Zojirushi’s 1-pound programmable mini bread maker normally costs over $300 on Amazon. But thanks to the power of thrift, this Redditor now has a top-quality appliance for a fraction of the price.
In the photo posted, the bread maker looks like it’s new from the factory, as if it had just been unpacked for the first time. “Zojirushi bread maker, there’s still plastic on the screen,” wrote the clever saver under his photo.
For those who don’t know, Zojirushi is a Japanese manufacturer known for their durable and powerful kitchen appliances. Getting hold of one of their unused bread makers is the thrift store find of a lifetime.
Purchasing items like this Zojirushi is a win-win for your wallet and the planet. You’ll save a lot of money on quality home appliances and everyday items like clothing and furniture. Plus, purchasing secondhand means one less item going to landfill.
In fact, a 2021 study by ThredUp found that buying secondhand items displaces the production of new items, reducing the carbon footprint of each product by about 82%. With the resale market expected to more than double to reach $82 billion by 2026, your thrifting habit is part of a powerful sustainability movement.
The reactions of other Reddit users showed that the bread maker was a success.
“Noice! I was just wistfully looking at their bread makers on the Zojirushi website. I have a rice cooker from them and it’s my favorite appliance,” commented one user.
“I found the same one a few years ago. You can bake a nice loaf of bread with it,” said another.
“What a find!! Bread makers are underrated,” agreed a third, giving his final stamp of approval.
So next time you’re shopping at a thrift store, keep an eye out for hidden treasures. With your ingenuity, you might be able to snag a bread maker for $300—or better yet, a sustainable solution to your homemade bread cravings.
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