Where are the "good" Goodwill and Thrift stores?

[lamishra]

Has anyone been to a place called "shelton's used furniture" on MOrgan street in downtown Raleigh? It looks pretty cool, I just haven't had a chance to stop by there yet.
ALso, Abigail's Closet on Hillsborough Street near the fairgrounds is a "thrift" that supports ARK of Wake County.

[beckycat]

I can't wait to try the Paws for Cause. I too am in the veterinary field.

[MAtoNC!]

Have you done any treasure hunting lately? Check out your local thrift shops!

[beckycat]

Does anyone know if they will be opening more locations for Plato's closet or Goodwill around Wake Forest. They are both great stores!

[weluvwakeforest]

Originally Posted by ferrickhead28

The only thing I dont like about the Goodwill is the prices. I hate to say it, but if you are shopping for a bookshelf for example, they will have a $20 price tag on it. Only thing is, you can buy the exact bookshelf at Walmart for the same price, brand new.

I consider a sweater an actual sweater, something made of wool, heavy material, etc. If I bring up a long sleeve shirt, I dont want to pay the price for what they call a "sweater". Especially if I find one in the "shirt" section. They dont stay very consistant with their prices. Don't get me wrong, I love the Goodwill and all but I think someone needs to work on the pricing method.
Its a great cause, I always donate items there but I'm carefully what I shop for when I am in there.

I totally agree ! The household items are very, very overpriced. There doesn't seem to be any rhyme or reason to their pricing, except its too high !

I've bought an item or two from the clothes racks, at least those prices are consistent.

I think we've seen about the last of the smelly, nasty old 33LP records... thank goodness.

I've heard rumors the employees keep a lot of the good stuff for their families and friends...

[GarnerMama]

There's the Guardian Angel Thrift Store on Main St. in Fuquay Varina. It's huge compared to the Goodwill stores. All of the proceeds go to Alzheimer's research. Sometimes the employees seem too busy, but when I thrift shop, I'm not going for the experience, I'm going for the bargains.

[mommiewrites]

Originally Posted by beckycat

Does anyone know if they will be opening more locations for Plato's closet or Goodwill around Wake Forest. They are both great stores!

theres a goodwill in Wakefield- down near wendys. been there several years. usually have a pretty decent selection and is kept well organized and clean. SOme of the friendliest staff too!

theres another good will in wake forest in the food lion parking lot. not as nice and clean as wakefield, but have found nice things there.