November 09, 2024
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The Weekly Question

What’s your favorite thrift shop find, and what did you pay for it?

“Last week I found a Victorian-era silver necklace from Italy for $15.”

Betsy Keep, Ellsworth

“A Hawaiian shirt that I got for a quarter.”

Kay Kimball, East Machias

“Burgundy velour bell bottoms that I got for $5 in Miami.”

Ryan Weber, Greenbush

“A pair of construction boots for $2 for a Halloween costume.”

Cassandra O’Neill, Bangor

“I found a pair of brand new Lee blue jeans that fit great for $6.”

Liz Buchanan, Bangor

“A ship’s sextant for $35. It was about 150 years old.”

David Lint, Orono

“A restroom sign from Marden’s that I use in my bathroom. It was five bucks.”

Chuck Orlando, Bangor

“My suede Jones New York winter jacket for $20.”

Paula Clark, Howland


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