Shopping is addictive and I am a convicted addict. No matter where I go, if there is a small opportunity to shop, I am in it! This is where I found myself today. I happened to stop off at the D.I., the locally owned thrift store here in Utah, and decided to browse the selection since I had five minutes to spare. Wow! I was taken aback. I know I shop discount and second hand alot, but I don't normally go into Salvation Army-type stores. I have the idea that they are more trouble than they are worth since they sell anything, regardless of quality and condition, but sometimes it's worth it. Granted, the clothing and shoes were a bit much- and don't get me started about their 80's era electronics, but when it came to furniture, I almost whipped out my card and screamed, "I'll take it all!"
I'm talking solid wood, 20+ wine holder that stood about 4 feet high and 2 feet wide in relatively great condition. All it needed was a fresh coat of paint or a refinish. Guess how much I paid for it- $5! Not $30 or more, like I would have expected at an Antique store, but $5!!! I still can't believe it! There was also a beautiful out door set for $30, a solid wood table and benches for $30, and a few solid wood bed sets for only $50. I was floored and have completely changed my opinion of these types of stores. There were coat racks, end tables, entertainment units, benches, and amoires. Nothing was over $100. I'm a believer.
And, finally, it's a feel good too. I had bags of items to donate and I felt amazing while they were pulling my donations from the trunk. I have to admit, I felt even better watching them fill that empty space with my new wine rack! Whatever your reason for going, I would say it's worth the odd smell and out dated clothes.
Can you top my $5 wine rack find? I challenge you!
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