Do you like "Thrift" shopping?

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By DJ
@dilleo (1004)
Canada
November 11, 2023 6:13pm CST
Hello everyone, hope you are all having a great weekend! This brings me to the thought, how many of you like to shop at thrift stores? I am thinking of doing this more, I have only really been to a few thrift stores, maybe once or twice, but I can see the fun in it, and of course saving money, etc. Also, any tips for shopping at stores like this? Thank you, in advance
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@MarieCoyle (38801)
12 Nov 23
There is on thrift store not far from me that is just so nice--very, very clean store and everything is organized and displayed nicely. It is run by all the local churches together. The prices are extremely reasonable, and they get nice clothing and items. I donate my items there that are no longer needed. They also help people who have had fires, or give clothing to homeless people when needed. I can get name brand items, clothing, etc, for mere pennies on the dollar. Anything electric has been tested. They are very nice to all, and I will support them as long as I can.
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@dilleo (1004)
• Canada
13 Nov 23
That is awesome! Glad to hear it I have heard that electronics are not always working/tested in places like this. But that is great to hear that at your local store, things like that work
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@dilleo (1004)
• Canada
14 Nov 23
@MarieCoyle Very neat! And yeah, that makes sense.
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@MarieCoyle (38801)
13 Nov 23
@dilleo A friend wanted a breadmaker and got one there in 2020 when the pandemic started. Top of the line model, barely used, new would have been about $150. But she paid $3. There are still bargains to be found, but we often have to search hard for them!
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@snowy22315 (182343)
• United States
12 Nov 23
To a certain extent .but I find the ones run by churches to be the best. Not terribly impressed by the prices at Goodwill.
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@dilleo (1004)
• Canada
13 Nov 23
Right right. Cheers, and thank you for the information!
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@AmbiePam (94044)
• United States
12 Nov 23
I have been told to go to thrift stores in the "best" parts of town because they have nicer donations. It has been quite awhile since I have been to the thrift store, but growing up, my mom could find some mighty good deals. Recently, one Mylotter found a vest at a thrift store, and sold it online for a profit of $100. I'm not familiar with the popular labels, but she was, and she makes some good money doing this. I only ever went to just find some clothes to wear.
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@dilleo (1004)
• Canada
13 Nov 23
Very interesting! Thank you for passing on that info.
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@Shavkat (140131)
• Philippines
12 Nov 23
I do like shopping on thrift shops. In fact, we have a black market where we can buy second-hand clothes.
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@sallypup (61691)
• Centralia, Washington
12 Nov 23
Depends on the thrift store. I love well kep thrift stores that benefit someone like animals or seniors.
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@dilleo (1004)
• Canada
13 Nov 23
I see. That makes sense. If it benefits someone, then it is win-win for sure
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@RubyHawk (99405)
• Atlanta, Georgia
12 Nov 23
I like shopping at thrift stores but the nearest thrift store closed so I haven’t been for awhile.
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@dilleo (1004)
• Canada
13 Nov 23
Oh, that is unfortunate. Maybe they will re-open, or open another one, near you!
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@RubyHawk (99405)
• Atlanta, Georgia
13 Nov 23
@dilleo The thrift store moved to another location and a car parts store opened where they were.
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@dilleo (1004)
• Canada
14 Nov 23
@RubyHawk Ahh I see. That is too bad.
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@popciclecold (39543)
• United States
12 Nov 23
I use to love doing it. But during the pandemic I gave it up. It helps to know someone who works there.
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@dilleo (1004)
• Canada
13 Nov 23
Fair enough. And yeah, that makes sense.
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@RebeccasFarm (90486)
• Arvada, Colorado
12 Nov 23
I used to but not anymore. Here the thrift stores are full of bugs and dust.
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• Arvada, Colorado
14 Nov 23
@dilleo No its not what a shame DJ.
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@dilleo (1004)
• Canada
13 Nov 23
Oh really? Ahh, well that's not good
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@dilleo (1004)
• Canada
14 Nov 23
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@jstory07 (140043)
• Roseburg, Oregon
12 Nov 23
I always go into thrift stores and look around. A few times I found brand new clothes with the tags on them that were cheap. Once I got four new shirts and new blue jeans for a $1 each. I was really happy.
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@dilleo (1004)
• Canada
13 Nov 23
Wow, good stuff! Glad to hear that you found some good deals
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@pitsipeahie (5010)
12 Nov 23
Yes, I love thrift stores. You never know what little treasure you can find in good thrift shops for a very affordable price.
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@dilleo (1004)
• Canada
13 Nov 23
Very cool!
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@porwest (92696)
• United States
12 Nov 23
I "thrift" often and get some really good deals. I can't tell you the last time I ever, for example, bought a new pair of jeans. I won't buy tee shirts at thrift stores simply because, well, they're cheap enough and I usually get tee shirts from places I visit. Things I will not buy at a thrift store. Socks, underwear, pajama pants, hats, shoes etc. But pants? Yep. Button down shirts? Yep. Certain sweaters or jackets? Yep. I will also sometimes buy pots or pans (if they are in good condition). Bought a popcorn kettle once that sells in stores for $40 for $3. Got an Oxo salad spinner which are typically $40-$50 in stores for $8. I like the "junk" area, as I call it. You can usually find some pretty good deals and save a ton of money while doing it.
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@porwest (92696)
• United States
14 Nov 23
@dilleo Have fun. It is fun.
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@dilleo (1004)
• Canada
13 Nov 23
Wow, very nice! Thank you for sharing that I am pretty excited to start looking around these stores, now
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
12 Nov 23
Good to see you. I have gone thrift shopping but it has been awhile. I need to donate now. Make sure you shop in a nice neighborhood. Usually they will donate nice items. Hope you are well.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
13 Nov 23
@dilleo You are very welcome. I am only here when I get a few minutes lately. Take care.
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@dilleo (1004)
• Canada
14 Nov 23
@CarolDM Yeah, I hear that! You too
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@dilleo (1004)
• Canada
13 Nov 23
Hey, same to you, Carol! Thank you for the advice, I do appreciate that I have been well, thanks! I hope you have been too, I seem to go in spurts with myLot, at times
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