Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Finding A Good Thrift Store Everett WA Way

By Tracie Knight


For some, nothing beats a good second-hand shopping experience. These days, with prices going up and job availability going down, finding a thrift store Everett WA way makes more sense than ever. Especially for those times when you just feel like going shopping, bargain-hunting at a not-new store can be lots of guilt-free fun.

It's a great way to ease the guilt over shopping for fun when money is tight. A lot of satisfaction in any shopping experience is just being out and about, looking at pretty things, and maybe finding exactly what you want for yourself or your family. A good eye for size, color, and style is helpful.

People donate clothing for lots of reasons. Some like getting tax deductions. Others want to get rid of last year's styles to make way for the new. After a death, families often take the contents of a house going up for sale to a consignment or non-profit store. That means you can find books, dishes, kitchen ware, lamps, movie or music discs, small appliances, and sometimes furniture at great prices. Collectors look for figurines, glassware, Christmas collectibles, rare books, and other things.

People who are moving - especially if they're downsizing - often have piles of stuff they no longer need. This is great for those who find that there's a lot of wear or use in the items. Store staff try to display only serviceable items, so you won't find any junk. Consignment and second-hand shops are getting more like regular stores in organization and variety of goods offered, too.

Since you never know what you'll find in a not-new shop, it's a little more exciting that just going to the mall. Often you can find exactly what you're hoping for, but even if you don't find it on this trip, you'll probably find other things that you want to take home. If you need a winter coat, for instance, you might very well find one and still be able to afford a matching scarf and gloves, as well as a few books or a new coffee mug.

Fitting rooms and full-length mirrors help shoppers get the perfect fit and style, since even bargains are a waste of money if you can't wear them. Many stores have a return policy; usually a receipt is required, the tags on garments must not be removed, and returns must be done within a set time period. This is helpful if you're buying for family members who aren't there to try things on.

It's a great feeling to get a whole new wardrobe for about what you'd pay for one or two garments at the mall. You may find clothes from upscale stores and catalogs; this means you don't have to make the trip to the big city or pay shipping as well as full retail price. You may also find the perfect stocking stuffer or Christmas gift when you least expect it.

With over a hundred thousand residents, Everett is a great place for not-new shops. There are lots of people to donate or consign, and lots of people who need what the stores offer. Check out the opportunities for real bargains.




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