In June, my husband and I moved to Wisconsin. Moving is hard. We have not moved in a long time and I do not remember it being so difficult. In the past few weeks since the move, and months leading up to the move, thrifting and antique shopping has provided a needed distraction. Finding treasures as well as future stores to periodically visit has been fun and entertaining.
The majority of items were found thrifting! The following is a list of thrift stores and antique stores that I have visited as of July 2022:
| Greater Milwaukee Thrift Stores | Greater Milwaukee Antique Stores |
| Goodwill Locations: | Antiques On Pierce – 1512 W Pierce St |
| 3900 N Palmer St | |
| 2830 N Oakland Ave | Clocktower Antiques – 1134 1st St |
| 153 W Oklahoma Ave | |
| 1716 Miller Park Way | Waukesha Antique Mall -1427 E Racine Ave |
| 9305 N Green Bay Rd | |
| Antiques & Uniques on Main – 250 W Main St | |
| St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store – 2320 W Lincoln Ave |
Many of the pieces will be used for pincushions, but some of the items are for personal use.
I finally stumbled on a ceramic animal pincushion. I love the “bun” on the dachshund’s head. The old pincushion insert is deteriorating so I will be remaking it.
All of the thrift and antique stores had a significant amount of inventory. I am very focused on what I purchase, but I enjoy looking at a variety of items. There is a story behind every item there which is unlike buying something new. Below are two pictures of the available glass dishes at the Oklahoma Avenue Goodwill:
I am not interested (at this time) in buying china or other dishes, but I really enjoy looking at the different patterns and art on the dishes. And I am always on the hunt for pewter items. I did not buy the candlesticks but I liked them!
If you visit any of these stores, I hope you have luck and enjoy the journey!
Happy Thrifting!
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