Who shops at thrift shops?
@GardenGerty (157652)
United States
April 19, 2024 7:42pm CST
Who shops at thrift shops? Teachers. Teachers shop at thrift shops.
Every time I go to the local one I see at least one teacher from my school.
Thrifting is one way to afford to update your wardrobe without breaking the bank.
I spent almost $22 today. One item is not going to work. I got it half price, for two dollars. In addition to the dress that will not work for me I got three men's short sleeve shirts like hubby likes to wear. . . the button down kind.
I got a lovely flowing top, a nice t shirt style shirt, and a set of pants and a top. The flowy top and the T shirt top will also go with the pants I bought.
So, for the things that we will use I spent about $3 per garment.
It pays to be thrifty.
18 people like this
15 responses
@snowy22315 (170412)
• United States
20 Apr
I don't like the Goodwill store in town, but some of those affiliated with the church are fantastic!
3 people like this
@GardenGerty (157652)
• United States
20 Apr
In my closest town I have a Hospital Auxiliary, next closest is an Et Cetera shop. I believe this is a chain across the US sponsored by Mennonite or Mennonite Brethern congregations. I get the best deals there. High quality clothes as well.
1 person likes this
@snowy22315 (170412)
• United States
20 Apr
@GardenGerty I don't think we have those here, but I do find the church run ones have the best values.
1 person likes this
@MarieCoyle (28953)
•
20 Apr
@snowy22315
I have a thrift store not far from me that is run by all the local churches. It’s great. No clothing over $2-$3 unless it’s something like a new pair of shoes in the box or a designer handbag. Shirts, tops,jeans are all no more than $3. Most often many good brands, too. I feel very fortunate that the business is there., I see people in there from all walks of life.
2 people like this
@GardenGerty (157652)
• United States
20 Apr
I do not go all of the time but I do go with a purpose.
2 people like this
@1creekgirl (40612)
• United States
20 Apr
We love thrift stores. I look through maybe 50 things to find the perfect thing. And sometimes I don't find anything. But I love the hunt and I especially like the prices. Dale buys all his work clothes (for farming and all the dirty jobs outside.)
2 people like this
@GardenGerty (157652)
• United States
20 Apr
It is a great way to stretch those ever tightening dollars.
2 people like this
@1creekgirl (40612)
• United States
21 Apr
@GardenGerty It seems now that even super sales in retail stores are way too high.
1 person likes this
@GardenGerty (157652)
• United States
20 Apr
I bought a dress that is too small for me. Sizes vary so much. I will either take it apart and use the material and buttons or I will re donate it. No dressing rooms available, so it is a guess.
1 person likes this
@GardenGerty (157652)
• United States
27 Apr
@just4him Yes, or I could try to lose weight. That would be good for me. The dress in question feels like it is brand new crisp cotton fabric.
1 person likes this
@just4him (307027)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
20 Apr
@GardenGerty I'm sorry you couldn't try it on before you bought it. Reusing it is a good idea. My mother-in-law did that a lot with clothes. I've done it too.
1 person likes this
@LindaOHio (157044)
• United States
20 Apr
You scored some good bargains. Have a good weekend.
1 person likes this
@GardenGerty (157652)
• United States
20 Apr
I am having a very lazy weekend at this point.
1 person likes this
@LindaOHio (157044)
• United States
21 Apr
@GardenGerty Enjoy! It will be Monday much too soon!
1 person likes this
@GardenGerty (157652)
• United States
27 Apr
@LindaOHio We are down the road to another weekend too.
1 person likes this
@capirani (2739)
• United States
21 Apr
I love thrift shops, but not for clothes. I shop for art supplies, decorating items, puzzles, games, antique and used furniture that can be repurposed, etc. Trouble is, since I do not have a car, I have not been able to go to any thrift shop in many years. I also love flea markets and garage sales.
1 person likes this
@GardenGerty (157652)
• United States
27 Apr
I like those things as well. The older I get the less distance I want to travel to find them though.
1 person likes this
@GardenGerty (157652)
• United States
27 Apr
I also like the fact that if one of my kiddos or something at work damages or soils my clothes it is not a major problem or loss. It lets me relax and do my work.
@RebeccasFarm (86833)
• United States
20 Apr
I don't anymore around here as the bug problem is massive..so I'd rather not.
1 person likes this
@GardenGerty (157652)
• United States
27 Apr
I knew someone who got headlice from trying on a hooded winter coat brand new in Walmart. It is a consideration for sure. Bed bugs, too.
@GardenGerty (157652)
• United States
20 Apr
Bob wears his shirts out. They always get threadbare in one particular spot. I think it has to do with his pacemaker.
1 person likes this
@GardenGerty (157652)
• United States
27 Apr
@LadyDuck Yes, that is true as well.
1 person likes this
@LadyDuck (458976)
• Switzerland
21 Apr
@GardenGerty It is very possible. I always get holes in my sweaters and long sleeve shirts, on my left elbow. I know it is because how I stay at my computer.
1 person likes this
@GardenGerty (157652)
• United States
20 Apr
That makes sense ( and dollars) to me.
1 person likes this
@RasmaSandra (73675)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
20 Apr
I have no idea where any thrift shops are where I live now, However, when I lived in Latvia my hubby and I loved thrift shops it was a great way to afford winter clothes for both of us even boots,
1 person likes this
@GardenGerty (157652)
• United States
27 Apr
You keep very busy earning your living, so I know you have not explored thrift shops. Maybe later on you will.
1 person likes this
@GardenGerty (157652)
• United States
20 Apr
You feel rich when you can get so much for so little.
1 person likes this
