Finding treasures in odd places.

When I grew up my family was super broke . Many days eating at grandmas house was the norm . My Dad has always had a knack for fixing up things and making something new . I remember he would go to the dump and find unused items or items that he could make a project out of . For instance he made a huge kitchen table from a table top and banister legs . And painted it . I also know people that find brand new in box stuff that someone will drop off but it hasn't made it to the trash  yet. I know a couple that had a baby and got a new stroller in box at the dump . I'm not saying go trash picking by all means , check to see if items have been dropped off or check recycling .