'Local thrift store decided... to use staples for clothing tags': 20 Mildly infuriating thrift store discoveries

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Remy Millisky • Writer and Editor
Sep 25, 2024 3:00 PM EDT

These people are raising their eyebrows at some recent thrift store finds. They're not surprised at the great deals… instead, they're annoyed at the condition of the stores and the prices of the items!

Thrift shopping or antique shopping can be very hit or miss. Sometimes you find excellent clothing, a barely-worn pair of shoes, or some toys for the kids that are still in great condition. Instead of spending hundreds at a regular store, you can get some cheap stuff and feel good about saving the planet (reuse and recycle!). 

However, some people think that the more thrift shopping becomes a mainstream popular activity, the more it'll impact the quality of the shopping experience. There's plenty of clothing and household items to go around… but as the people below can attest to, there are a few issues that keep popping up. Some people were stunned to find the toy aisles were covered in toys---you can barely walk through the aisles without stepping on a Barbie house or a toy lightsaber. Others were irked to find that clothing was marked up to a higher price than the original tag price! You can check out a bunch of thrift store mishaps below. 

Up next, read about this frazzled mom who didn't have time for a car dealership's games. 

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    Aisle at my local thrift store LOAD 4x4 U 18 19
    via u/theModestConArtist
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    I hate seeing used car seats at thrift stores when I know well the store has no idea what the history of the seat is. everflo
    via u/sydneyghibli
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    Canadian "Thrift" Store selling stolen Walmart baskets for a profit Walmart Y $3.99 No exchange Tools & orden value village SKIL 18 XXXXW
    via u/BurgundyBerry
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    The fitting room doors at the thrift store MIT OF 5 MENTS PER RSON AT ROOMS J NE TIME
    via u/SeventhMind7
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    Local thrift store decided it would be a good idea to use staples for clothing tags Thanks I guess. WN >
    via u/CloseBudz
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    It's all some very random advice

    Found this disturbing "advice" at the thrift store... He EMERGENCY DON'T BITE YOUR NAILS. IF YOU'RE SICK JUST GET UP AND GO TO WORK ANYWAY, YOU'LL FEEL BETTER. DON'T SLOUCH. ZIP YOUR PURSE. YOU DON'T NEED MORE THAN 4 HOURS OF SLEEP. GET THE HAIR OUT OF YOUR EYES. STAY AWAY FROM HORIZONTAL STRIPES. DON'T BE JEALOUS IT ISN'T LADYLIKE. WRITE THANK YOU NOTES. KNOWING HOW TO ROAST RED PEPPERS WILL IMPRESS MORE PEOPLE THAN YOU THINK. EVERYTHING TASTES BETTER BY CANDLELIGHT. UNEXPECTED GIFTS ARE THE MO
    via u/bekkadybex

    The sign reads, "Don't bite your nails. If you're sick just get up and go to work anyway, you'll feel better. Don't slouch. Zip your purse. You don't need more than 4 hours of sleep. Get the hair out of your eyes. Stay away from horizontal stripes. Don't be jealous it isn't ladylike. Write thank you notes. Knowing how to roast red peppers will impress more people than you think. Everything tastes better by candlelight. Unexpected gifts are the most appreciated. If you must leave a party without a good excuse, spill something on yourself!"

    It's the most random advice tidbits ever! Perhaps this was custom sign made for someone's family member who was always doling out these bits of advice? Or maybe it's just the world's most annoying home decor sign? Who knows! 

  • 07
    Thrift stores aren't day care clean up after yourselves
    via u/[deleted]
  • 08
    why do thrift stores use the worst stickers....and right on the screen too $8. 62 FUJIFILM
    via u/Fit-Series8680
  • 09
    My local thrift store organizing books by color! Who looks for books this way? 88
    via u/Tricky-Detail-6876
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    Thrift store doesn't even try to hide their price gouging. savers TJMaxx 15-7260-793507-001299--2 COMPARE AT $17.00 $12.99 0162M $6.00 15 72 793807 000600 28
    via u/jassandra
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    Do I even need to say anything? This Kirklands item is being sold at an "Antique Thrift Shop" for more than it initially costed. 995 MADE IN CHINA KIRKLAND'S SKU# 18-135774 CLOCK TBLTOP MTL TOP SCROLL 44 Suggested Retail Price- $7.99
    via u/xoxodaddysgirlxoxo
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    JUK Code: 96188695 NC128SIM 8901260681924683371F CYC348243 Activate by: 09/18/2017 89012 S60681 Card required 3371F 92468 for service. G Energizer LG Purchased a flip phone from a thrift store, instead of providing me with the *actual* battery, they put three double A batteries in.
    via u/leakybunnygirl
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    Thrifted a 1000 piece puzzle, only the sky pieces were in the box Settled down to work on a new puzzle I thrifted but when I opened the box it only had sky pieces. So disappointing and mildly infuriating! Good thing I only spent $2 on it. Signature COLLECTION" EIFFEL TOWER XXXXXX Buffalo 16 2/22/5 1000 PUZZLE ROMPECABEZAS
    via u/ResponsibleRope1003
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    Cheezburger Image 10408625664
    via u/carlysworkaccount
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    This thrift store Valentine's Day card has a "slight flaw"

    O CAN I DE PANDA ON YOU TO BE MINE? Made in U.S.A HI, Valentine! 3/5
    via DarkGnosis
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    Thrift store selling free sticker for 50 cents $.49
    via u/nolan816
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    Cheezburger Image 10408636160
    via u/Than-Os_
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    I cannot stand when Goodwill slaps a price sticker directly on a vintage 1st edition collectible book. Just damages it. ephen THE DE King Z
    via u/EMF911
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    Found at junk store in ocean city md NOTHING OVER $5.99 U.S. VINTAGE PREMIUM QUALITY COLLECTION® STYLE: USW6770 SIZE: S COLOR: MAROON/OATMEAL MSRP: $49.95
    via r/mildlyinfuriating
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    PRODUCT OF INDIA Rice bag from antique store for $12. I got the same one from Costco for $9.99 and it came with rice. DO 001 Royal Basmal Tote bag $12- ROYAL BASMATI RICE IMPORTED AGED RICE NATURALLY برنج رویال ARROZ CON AROMATICS SABOR PROPIO GRANO LARGO FROM FOOTHILLS OF HIMALAYAS NET WT. 11 LB (SKG)j 00.
    via u/bunny4e

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