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Guides

Short and useful. No fluff.

Thrift vs consignment vs vintage: which shop is which

How charity thrift, resale, consignment, and vintage shops differ, and which one fits what you are hunting for.

How to donate to a thrift store without getting turned away

What thrift stores usually accept, what they turn down, and how to make a donation drop off easy.

The best time to go thrifting

When thrift stores restock, which days are calmer, and how the seasons change what you will find.