Charity Shopping - New to You in '22!

Potternerd

I agree that in general charity shopping has become more expensive (like everything else) But for me, I don’t buy anything except undies and socks new, so for me it is still a bargain and a genuine pleasure. I also operate a policy of returning stuff I no longer like or want. I tried to be strictly one in one out but now I tend to have a soft every few weeks and take a big pile. Sometimes I redonate stuff without having worn it which is a bit naughty but generally I get lots of wear from stuff. For instance I bought some M & S leather trainers a few months back for £5 and they are still on sale in M & S at £49.99. So even though I do spend a lot relatively speaking it’s much less and more sustainable than buying new.

This week Berksha prince of wales check high waisted trousers £3.50. The ankles are elasticated like trackies but I’m going to take it out.
Airforce blue Addidas leggings £5
A black M and S jersey long sleeved top with neck tie £3.50.

Cherryfudge

Potternerd said:

...even though I do spend a lot relatively speaking it’s much less and more sustainable than buying new.

And the charities benefit.  

Potternerd

Cherryfudge said:

Potternerd said:

...even though I do spend a lot relatively speaking it’s much less and more sustainable than buying new.

And the charities benefit. 

Totally 👍 

Floss

Potternerd said:

 .... I also operate a policy of returning stuff I no longer like or want. I tried to be strictly one in one out but now I tend to have a sort every few weeks and take a big pile...

That's what I do too.

Wednesday2000

I went back and the coat was still there. It fit him perfectly so that was a good buy for £10. Thomas Nash brand. I'm not wrapping it up as he may as well just start wearing it now.:)

AlwaysAllie

Infrequent buyer and therefore poster, but eager lurker here! 

What do you think of this - Hospice Shop in Kidderminster has a large rug (3x4m) in their window for £1000 😯 - couldn’t see any sign on it of the make/origin other than an addition to the price tag that states 2006 - £4950…..presumably what it was bought for 16 years ago.  Would anyone spend that much on a charity shop item? I’d have thought if it really was a valuable item they’d be better off sending it to auction.  

AA 

Rosa_Damascena

AlwaysAllie said:

Infrequent buyer and therefore poster, but eager lurker here! 

What do you think of this - Hospice Shop in Kidderminster has a large rug (3x4m) in their window for £1000 😯 - couldn’t see any sign on it of the make/origin other than an addition to the price tag that states 2006 - £4950…..presumably what it was bought for 16 years ago.  Would anyone spend that much on a charity shop item? I’d have thought if it really was a valuable item they’d be better off sending it to auction.  

AA 

If it's a Persian AND has been professionally cleaned prior to sale, it may well be worth it. I would spend that much on a second hand rug in mint condition. Used and not cleaned - forget it. Post a pic if you can?

tooldle

I’m guessing by the price, the rug is hand knotted and hence a one off. Think of it as a piece of art. 

Frith

@AlwaysAllie - ooo, I might pop in and have a look tomorrow!

AlwaysAllie

Frith said:

@AlwaysAllie - ooo, I might pop in and have a look tomorrow!

Yes do - and see what you think - I was only passing and didn’t have time to fully investigate!

AA

PS - nice to know there’s someone else in the area 🙂