What’s not to love about thrifting? It’s good for the planet, tons of fun, and full of surprises—you never really know what you might stumble upon. The only catch is that finding something truly special can take time and a bit of luck.
When it finally happens, though, it’s one of the most satisfying feelings in the world. So you really can’t blame the shoppers who hit the thrift store jackpot and couldn’t resist sharing their finds online. Sure, we might feel a little jealous, but mostly, we’re just impressed. Check out some of their best discoveries below!
#21 I Lost My Mind
I had never heard of Christopher Guy before! No idea where they came from originally... my guess is they were lobby chairs for a wacky boutique hotel? Anyway, this is the best value-to-cost ratio I’ve ever scored thrifting.
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Alternatively, if you find something you love but it’s not quite right, remember you can always get creative. Howard enjoys upcycling her thrifted pieces into something new, giving them a fresh purpose instead of passing them by.
There are plenty of ways to repurpose your finds. For instance, if you like the shape of a vase but think it looks a bit dated, a simple coat of paint can completely transform it. That way, you’ll end up with something truly unique and personal.
#22 I Found This All-Leather, Hand-Crafted Owl Purse At A Garage Sale This Morning For $1. I’m Obsessed With It
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#23 Stained Glass Pineapple Lamp
I also couldn’t imagine a better companion to my funky monkey tree lamp! Thrifting really is such an interesting style journey.
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#24 Found This Tiny, East German, Travel-Size Alarm Clock For 7 Euros
Some additional info: this tiny alarm clock was originally released in 1968 and has won awards for its design. It’s incredibly cute, but sadly, the clock doesn’t work anymore. I’ve managed to get the buzzer working again, but the clock mechanism itself needs to be checked out by a professional.
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Finally, look after your treasures. Pay attention to fabric and care labels; they’re there for a reason. A 100% wool or cashmere jumper can easily get ruined if you toss it into a harsh wash cycle or a tumble dryer.
Thrifting is all about giving old things new life. So treat your finds with care, and they’ll reward you with years of use (and endless compliments).
#25 Brand New Dr. Martens In The Box With Tags. $25. Got Them Off Of Facebook Marketplace From A Girl Who Just Didn’t Want Them
A few weeks ago, a girl was selling Doc Martens on a Facebook group for $45. I messaged her, but someone got to them first. I was super sad. But then this morning, these popped up on my newsfeed. $25, brand new. I drove 40 minutes to get them, and it was so worth it! Truly my white whale, and I’ll be chasing this high for the rest of my life.
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#26 Bentwood Rocking Chair. Posting To Remind Myself That Great Thrift Finds Do Happen
May I present my thrifted bentwood rocking chair? My family had one when I was young, and I have been looking for one I could afford for the whole time I’ve been on my own. No, it’s not a genuine Thonet as far as I can tell, but it is still the rocking chair of my dreams.
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#27 Husband Just Walked In The Door With This Beautiful Needlepoint From Goodwill
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#28 In Love With These Gold Earrings
The only thing I know about them is that they’re 14k gold.
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#29 My Husband Has A Pretty Good Eye. He Found This Reformation Dress For Me When We Were Thrifting Today. Only $20
Pure luck, honestly. He found it on a mannequin, and I was going to get it regardless of the sizing. I lost it when I saw the tag while taking it off the mannequin.
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#30 My Best Thrift Find Ever, 18k Gold Necklace With 82 Diamonds
Jeweler said at least $2000 in gold but it's hard to get a accurate weight cause of the stones. He thought the diamonds are polki diamonds or just really old because they are not in great condition or cut well. I am leaning towards older cut diamonds. I have a gold ring from 1800's and the diamonds are very poorly cut, but that is actually a good sign when dealing in antique jewelry authentication. They didn't have the technology we do now. I am taking it back on Monday for further testing.
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#31 8 Years Ago I Posted These 1930s Salvatore Ferragamo Shoes That I Found For $8 At Savers. Today, They Are Being Shipped To The Museum In Italy
I have kept these for 8 years after I found them for $8 from Savers here in Melbourne, Australia. I have been in touch with Salvatore Ferragamo in Italy, who will be taking these shortly as a donation for their museum. I didn’t recognise what I had when I first picked these up, but I’m so glad I could rescue it and do something good with them.
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#32 My Boyfriend Thinks My New Chair Is Meh
I thrifted this chair yesterday. I love wooden furniture and vintage items. I’ve been passively looking for a beautiful chair for 3 years now, but nothing stands out. UNTIL I FOUND THIS GEM!!
It’s hand-carved everywhere, no nails or screws. For 70 bucks, it’s a steal considering that a modern, industrially made, plain and boring chair is the same price.
It’s hand-carved everywhere, no nails or screws. For 70 bucks, it’s a steal considering that a modern, industrially made, plain and boring chair is the same price.
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#34 I Think I Have Found Real Pearls (A Bracelet) For $1.99. They're Cool To The Touch And Heavy, And The Clasp Is Marked 14k
I don't know what the other marking means or what pearls are even worth, but I feel fancy.
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#35 You Know That Feeling Where You See Something On The Shelf And Time Seems To Stand Still? And You’re Not Quite Sure If You’re Actually Seeing What’s In Front Of You?
De’Longhi Eletta Explore Automatic Espresso Machine in excellent condition for $26.99!
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#36 Found This Lotus Lamp At My Local Thrift Store For $20
Oddly enough this is actually the second one I’ve found there. The first was one of the oversized table lamps and I got that one for $12.
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#37 Gorgeous Singer! If My Research Is Correct, It's A 1902 Model 27
The store does half off on saturdays so I only wound up paying 125 for it, I don't know if that was the best price in general but it was a great price for me! I think the clamp is for a light attachment, I found one in one of the drawers. Totally unusable, but a very cool additional find. And yeah! All the drawers are intact minus some hardware on the front, and the wood is in good shape for the most part. Some of the veneer is peeling up, but not as badly as it could be for how old it is.
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#38 Literally Just Found This Solid 14K Seiko Watch At Goodwill In A Bag Of Jewelry For $44. I Haven’t Even Left The Store Yet Because My Friend Isn’t Done Shopping
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#39 Thrifted This 1960s Honeymoon Set Back In February For $10. Nightgown And Dressing Robe
I thrifted this in Florida while I was visiting my grandma this past winter and when I brought it back and showed her, she remarked that this set had to have been bought for someone’s honeymoon. So while not confirmed, calling it that reminds me of my Grammy.
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