Thrift stores

[feetmonkey]

What are everyone's thoughts on thrift stores in the area? I'm mostly looking for clothing (plus sized, mens, and toddler girl), but a well-rounded store would be cool too. I know about the Salvation Army (but would prefer an independent shop, if there is one).

Thanks!

[dcss1205]

Thrift stores for Hospitals have a better selection of everything. Make a day of going to Abington, Bryn Mawr, St Mary's etc.
I recall some demominational outlet near Bryn Athan. Many of the private concessioners cater to the low income and get their products from the low income population.

[philly57]

There are a ton of consignment shops on Main St, including one specifically for babies and toddlers.

[pjrb]

I really like Greene St Consignment on Main st but don't expect thrift store prices. I used to get housewares, books, etc at Impact up in Norristown when it was on Germantown Pike. They moved onto DeKalb (?) near the DMV up there. They have a large clothes dept that looked ok but I'm always with the kids when I go.

[OldMama]

Same goes for the kids consignment shop on Main. Very high-end kid clothes. Juicy Couture for kids etc.

[Lollyblogger]

Believe it or not Chestnut Hill has some nice shops, down towards Night Kitchen bakery, but across the street.

[lexrex]

a day trip to Glenside. It's become something of a thrift store Mecca.

For kids' clothes it is always a good idea to keep an eye out for yard sales. You can get great stuff, virtually
unused, for a relative pittance.

There is a high-end consignment store - mostly men's - in the Consignment market on Main St. between Shurs
Ln. and Ridge Ave. Tons of great furniture too, BTW.

There is a relatively new thrift store in East Falls on Ridge Ave. below Calumet. It had some clothes there,
mostly appliances. Worth a look.

I know of a couple of other spots but can't pull them out of my brain just now.

[switchgear]

Most of the independent stores don’t carry plus sizes. Why don’t you try the Dress Barn at the Northhorne(?) strip mall at Germantown & 202 (across from Sears Hardware). They are now having a 70% sale and have a large plus size selection. When you are there be sure and buy at least two pair of Jones lined 100% washable polyester slacks. They are a beautiful material and when worn with cotton long underwear are an indispensable parts of a winter wardrobe. The last pair I bought form Macy was reduced and discounted to $ 75. The outlets have them for $ 60. Dress Barn’s are only $ 30 and I like the zipper and button catch more on them than on the expensive slacks.

If you haven’t found anything at DR go north on 202 to McDonalds and have a $ 1 yogurt/fruit cup it is a delicious inexpensive lunch. Then go south 202 to Jackson (St or Way) turn right, go a couple of blocks to Markley and turn left. On the left is the Impact Thrift Store. It’s a really big store and you should be able to find something.

Good shopping.