Several years ago, when Ace and I were planning our wedding
we decided to thrift for almost everything to stretch our minuscule budget. We
jumped into the car with very little thrifting knowledge and drove from thrift store
to thrift store with little to no luck. We eventually found a few amazing
thrift stores that had the items we needed at a great price. Seeking out
flatware, plates, cups, and fabric for the wedding we were soon regulars for
the weekly sales. During this time we discovered hidden gems that expanded our
wardrobe and furnished our apartment and served 50 of our closest friends and
family at our wedding.
[1] Unique Thrift Store
This is a fabulous place to find kitchenware such as
glasses, knives and bowls. They also have an incredibly wide selection of
curtains, sheets and scrap fabric. Every Monday, every week, everything is 50%
off, yeah that’s right, 50% off. But, be careful it gets really busy be ready
to fight for your items.
[2] Unique Thrift Store
Much like the Unique Thrift Store on Sheridan, this store
also has weekly sales and great prices but is considerably smaller and doesn’t
much carry furniture. Its location keeps it from getting picked over so the
clothing selection is often higher quality.
[3] Green Element Resale
Recently opened this thrift store has something different of
offer; the large backroom is full of antique and uncommon furniture as well as
old windows and stained glass. Books and back issues of several popular
magazines line the far wall. Mid-century
clothing and shoes are frequent finds at this location.
