Thrifting for Vintage Deals in the World's Biggest Goodwill!

[@joyjenkins9712]

I walked up to a family run estate sale Saturday and noticed a pull behind trailer with a 1.00 sign. In one corner there was a pile of silver serving pieces and I noticed some were wrapped in cellophane. My granny wrapped all of her sterling pieces in cellophane. Sure enough they were clearly marked sterling. I was thinking about letting the family know the footed tray, tea pot and little bowl were sterling until I heard some of the family talking about their shock that anyone would buy “mamaws crap”. I gladly paid the asking price of 3.00.

[@OriginalNethead]

An estate sale run by a pro company advertised Wedgwood and glass, and totally ignored a sterling service for 6 or 12 and some circa 1900 Russian serving pieces. Sold them as plate despite clear sterling marks. Couldn't get it to my car quickly enough.(LOL)

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Those are good stories! I feel the same about family sales, if they’re nice and they seem innocent I’d pay them more, but if they have attitude I figure that’s the price they pay

[@agomodern]

@@TheAntiqueNomad One man's just is another man's treasure. I can't be going to estate sales to find all of the underpriced items so that I can tell them they priced them too cheap and to charge me more. Not my place or business to do that.

[@the.kyle.andrew.williams]

Hi George! I’m 37 yrs old from west Seattle. I’m really loving your KZbin videos- I’m learning so much! It’s giving me new eyes when I’m out looking for finds.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

That’s so great to hear! It’s wonderful to help people discover new things in thrift stores and antique malls. Have you been to Lander Street Vintage?

[@the.kyle.andrew.williams]

@ I just went this weekend after watching another one of your videos. Amazing place! I brought my 79 year old neighbor who has a good eye and lots of knowledge!

[@rhoward295]

Thank you, George, for a fun Goodwill shopping experience. That place IS huge!

[@Sass-Glass]

Can't wait for thus one! And I'm close enough I could make a weekend out of it! Yay, me! Thank you George for always being the greatest font of information for us. I Learn something from every one of your videos. Be safe in your travels.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Hope you enjoy it! There’s a lot of good estates in fact one in two weeks that I’m helping set up has a ton of glass

[@dodipc]

This was fun, George….thanks for taking us along! 💃🏻

[@catfunksfabulousfinds]

I really like this video George!❤😊 Very helpful for thos of us that go to Goodwiill a lot.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Glad it was helpful! I don’t get to thrift a lot so I’m glad I could share the experience

[@nemophilistnay]

27:23 ooh the barley twist! I have a single one and a pub table to match. LOVE the twist. Actually, I’d love to buy those from you. 😀 It never ceases to amaze me what a vast array of knowledge you have!! Always appreciate you sharing. Always!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I'd love for you to have them, but they sold right away!

[@nemophilistnay]

@@TheAntiqueNomadgood for you! They were fantastic!

[@karen.asecondchance]

Always love watching your videos as I learn something new every time 😊

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I'm so glad! I try

[@laurier2163]

Ooooh George. I swooned at that Adams transferware. I was surprised you didnt pick it up. That find would have made not just my day, but my month!! What a lovely set.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

If there'd been any more in larger sizes, I'd have made a set!

[@CarolynDeaton-ce7kx]

Thanks, George for another great antiqucation! I guess the best lesson I came away with was how you made the stopped cart keep going. You know the old saying, "where there's a wheel, ummm, I mean will, there's a way". 🤣

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

It’s all about making those wheels turn, right?

[@janetpogue4970]

Thank you George, fun place to see. All I can think is wow!!!

[@lionheart830]

Thanks George! Great to see the huge GW! Some wonderful bargains!

[@stephaniesharkey3538]

Love the barley twist candlesticks!

[@janetpogue4970]

Me too, very handsome

[@brendasoler4759]

George you are a virtual font of knowledge, and I never fail to learn so much from each of your videos. Thanks for being so generous with your knowledge of antiques and vintage! Cheers from St. Augustine, FL.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I really appreciate your kind words!

[@luciollelsa]

This is the first time that i've watched one of your videos, I had seen you several times on Laura Caldwell's channel, and she mentions you quite often about your knowledge, and she'sright. I'm impressed and I love your delivery. So you got a new subscriber, Salut du Québec ⚜

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Hello and thank you! I really enjoy Laura and her style and ability to present old things is unmatched. I'm so glad you're enjoying my channel, I'll try to teach you all I can (and will no doubt learn from you as well, Quebec has interesting things we don't see hear much!). I'm particularly a fan of Glo-Hill from Montreal.

[@bluebelle9572]

You won’t regret it! 💜

[@Stephanie-eh3pl]

Adorable pink piano. I wanted a black one to use as a coffee table years ago. You found some great items. Thanks for the fun. Love & Blessings Always George

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

That would be a cute idea!

[@michelleraney3577]

That looks like a cool store. Thanks for taking us along! I've never seen carts that stop when taken out of the store. That is different.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

You bet me either

[@CherlyGearhart]

Hobnail Milk glass !!! Love it !!!!

[@JaimeMesChiens]

@@CherlyGearhart I’m with you on that. ❤️

[@janrossetti3571]

That was fun. Love the glass fish and the antique barley twist candlesticks 🎉

[@Kathlene-j4l]

Hello from Cleveland. Checking in a little late. I just went shopping and have to laugh as after watching you for awhile I now turn everything over to look at the bottoms! Looking for those signatures. That place is HUGE!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Yes, I have funny stories of turning over plates in restaurants and in private homes, but it works!

[@trinasthings]

5:58 that’s a pretty pattern. You’re so knowledgeable & have such a good eye for bargains. 7:29 the contrast is nice!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I sure liked both of those patterns!

[@dlittle7983]

Yes, I think you can stay the whole day there. Nice finds, George. ❣️🛒

[@agomodern]

Nice green Murano piece and lovely candlesticks. Especially the barley twist ones.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I liked those too!

[@Gussy818]

What a huge store. How fun

[@sueferris3685]

Wow George. You in a thrift store. LOVE it. Like your take on the finds. ❤

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Hi there! I don’t go often but this is worth it

[@PHOTOBUFFEDDYed]

Nice George good nomad picks stay safe out their 😅😅 27:08

[@StevenPepperPot]

SO much expertise and knowledge being passed on. Thank you

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Thank you so much! Glad you're watching with us

[@pennynicosia5644]

I would LOVE to go shopping with you. I just love all the knowledge you have on so many different vintage pieces 😊❤

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I sure have fun doing it!

[@MaliMorgan-g5i]

The Blenko water bottle! Amazing find!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

So fortunate!

[@sarahj.5970]

Wonderful time...thank YOU.

[@playdohsrepublic3562]

I came in on the last few minutes. Will have to start at the beginning!

[@charlotted9045]

Hi George I love the last minute fish you found would look great on a bar with matches in it Nice video 😊

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Yes! Good idea

[@janetpogue4970]

Almost to 65K 🎉 way to go George !! 🎉

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Thank you! Your support means a lot

[@Jane_Dow]

lol George, you figured out the cart in the parking lot trick !!! :~)

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Lol I had no choice!

[@janetpogue4970]

Very handson barley twist candle sticks. Great find, George !

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I thought they were pretty neat.

[@virginiacaston1456]

Nice Good Will shopping spree. Have a good evening George! 😊

[@funnygirlinstumptown]

Live member chats are really fun and a great place to learn about vintage!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

They sure are! I really enjoy getting to share info that way

[@CONSTELLATION_PEGASUS]

Good evening, George. Whoa! There's a ton of stuff in that store! I liked that Staffordshire teapot, and I'm not a teapot collector, unless it's in a set. There are several of the Asian dolls here that were in mom's collection. One of them is really tall. I'm hanging onto those. There was a pitcher there that looked like pewter. It caught my eye. I have an old coffee grinder that I bought at a flea market. I think I might have paid $3.00 or $5.00 for it...years ago. Those covered dishes, for $8.00 each, seemed really cheap, to me. I liked the maple crucifix. Love the English barley twist candleholders! Those are definitely my style. That store would be a great place to spend a week...you'd need it to just stay up with them constantly bringing out carts 🤣 Thanks for the take-along!

[@charlenegirouard901]

You found some really nice things thanks for bringing me along

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

You are so welcome

[@mazzeimazgaj]

I love a good kislux because it helps me decide if I want to buy the real thing or NOT." That part right there. That's IT. I feel like people stigmatize dupes but for me, I pause on large purchases that are trendy or when I feel the overconsumption mania setting in FOR ME. (It's something I struggle with LOL! I'm easily convinced to buy things I don't wear or use. They'll literally have the tags and I'll even forget I bought something and have 2 or 3 of them in my closet.) Love this video!

[@jonirosesandflowers4650]

Thanks George...great show

[@ksgoo4960]

Wow, that is the most amazing Goodwill I have ever seen!

[@candydonnelly7543]

Great to see you again George! I always learn so much from you❤️👍❤️. See you on Monday night again, working during the Election, Wow, happy to return to my life. 😊

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Thanks for watching and I'll see you Monday!

[@JohnnyRFrias]

Cool George, your digging the fresh bins!🤩Never seen you do that.🤔

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

It’s always fun to look for something new!

[@HRHQueenAngelita]

Thank you so much dear.....I really want to go there omg....."Paul Anka doesn't like to sleep alone........you are killing me!!!!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I'm glad I could take you!

[@clevelandvitz1]

Love your videos, George and i always learn something new from you! In that spirit, as a native Syracusan, i wanted to share that its on-on-daw-ga not on-on-day-ga😊

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Thank you! I have trouble with local pronunciations

[@elizabethhiebler6198]

Always enjoy shopping with you!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Glad to take you with me!

[@pennykeeling41]

Thank you!Very fun,interesting&informative too!!!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Our pleasure!

[@GrandmasGonnaFlip]

Great pick - ups George. Thanks for taking us along.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@passporttovintage]

Love those twist candlesticks!

[@peg_e]

Cards against humanity is actually a really fun game 😂

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Yes it sure is

[@marygrummer9189]

As much as I’m fed up with GW, I’d sure like to poke around that mega store. The green thermos is pretty neat 😊

[@tonimiller8045]

Love the transfer wear plates

[@janetpogue4970]

I noticed there were many

[@ajwrites57]

Nice candles and the fish!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Those were a steal!

[@Cindy-cq8zr]

You are a walking book of knowledge! Lot of nice things there but pretty pricey.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I do love the hunt for the good deals, even if you have to dig for them! I was pretty happy with what I paid for what I found

[@kathymarker2719]

❤ oh my goodness I would be in there all day if not two days

[@SisterShirley]

39:06 George, that stack of nesting bowls looked interesting

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Pretty colors, but too new for me

[@wolves--um9ej]

Was surprised at the large # of carts rolled out! Wow! What a very busy store!

[@RomysRetro]

Looks like an amazing place to visit. I might have to take a trip up there - definitely have to drive because I'll fill the car for sure! 😂😂😂

[@margaretalbert69]

I don't buy just old vintage items ... u never know what u can find to decorate with..❤

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I know! You never know what will catch your eye.

[@pammywhammy3521]

What! They wrap! My Goodwill doesn't even know what that means!🤣

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I know and the help are great

[@agomodern]

In Austin, Texas and all of the towns overseen by Austin Goodwill don't even give you bags, much less something to wrap your purchases.

[@pammywhammy3521]

@agomodern Right!😅

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

@ that’s not very smart, I’m sure it limits sales

[@agomodern]

@@TheAntiqueNomad You've never been to Austin then. lol Californians have taken over the city.

[@debbiehamilton1083]

Hello George! I love your knowledge and of your teaching us! I have watched on other resellers channels. Just subscribed!!! Back to watching!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Thank you so much! We'll have a lot of fun together

[@nemophilistnay]

40:04 that brand is good. I think you’ll find it indispensable. 40:08 And there you go again. I used for own the serving platter of that pattern. It was nice quality. Good score on the glass pieces!! That was a fun store!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Oh interesting! I'll watch for it again in stores

[@dtruetheeness]

I'm looking forward to this one.

[@leanndoolin4284]

Great finds, George!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I do well there!

[@Bobsmyaunt]

Nice score on the Blenko

[@tonimiller8045]

Nice green piece I love colored glass

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Me too

[@carolynquffa6]

a fun shopping trip!

[@PHOTOBUFFEDDYed]

I’m excited as well .. 😅

[@tanithmessenger3581]

Some great finds! Carts always seem to go better being pushed backwards or sideways lol

[@jmclean281]

Good lord what a haul!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Yes it was!

[@minie4887]

I love how you focus on plates

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I do like dinerware!

[@tonimiller8045]

Speaking of old Lenox …my mom had a set of yellow bird salt and peppers and I’ve never seen them even on google… have you. Sentimental thing and I love them ty

[@Jane_Dow]

When I was little, I guess they were Fisher Price, the pull toys, etc., were made out of wood w/paper decals on them. I had the dog ( Snoopy or ?? ), the pull phone, an a windup radio that played Jack & Jill. Wish my brothers didn't leave them in the rain.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Aww, that's a shame! I guess that's why they went to plastic

[@rubywingo6030]

Hey George! I saw a lady that takes a blanket someone stitched her name on that she takes shopping with her to put in the bottom of the cart. Keeps glass stuff safe!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

It's a good idea! I usually borrow one while I'm at the place but somehow I didn't think I'd need a cart lol

[@2muchpurple]

What a great Goodwill store. A bit overwhelming though. I think Ive been there though that would have been in the 80s, when I lived on Queen Anne Hill in Seattle. Back then I sewed a lot and was always looking for vintage fabrics.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Yes, it was even bigger back then! I remember when they used to do live auctions too

[@thetrashelf]

This is a really great video. Lots of knowledge. I try my best to share the knowledge I have in my videos as well.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

How cool! Stay in touch and let me know how your channel is doing, we'll have fun together I bet

[@frankbrennan7040]

They got dishes, and they used food coloring on the backs to color. Fantashia dishes, I believe.

[@CathyWestcott]

You found some bargains!

[@angelsvintagetreasures]

Hi George, those Mystic C&S sets are the lightweight Syracuse china they made for home not restaurants. Mystic is a stock pattern. Having no railroad back stamp means it was bought by many restaurant establishments. A stock pattern. I can see more of the collectible items have gone to this location, Ravenna, Ballard and Shoreline since they closed the two boutiques in South Lake Union and the U District.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I thought so, I recall that my Mistic was heavier. I'm glad to see the collectibles come to the big store!

[@pigoff123]

I got the primary Pyrex bowl set for 20 dollars. I screamed. My poor brother

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Such a deal!

[@Jane_Dow]

Wow that is a HUGE Goodwill ! You were able to find some good deals out of all that other stuff. Goodwill raises its prices & so they all do. Just wait till Goodwill gets over run with all the TEMU stuff. Wonder what they'll price that at, lol.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I sure hope the TEMU phenomenon subsides, so much more of just the same stuff we already have thrift stores full of to use

[@ohiostatekat]

I’m glad I found you. I saw you once on another reseller who I DON’T follow anymore. She was horrible to friends. You are interesting. See you again!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Thanks, I try to be as friendly as I can!

[@DJones-graham5282]

My dad used a Stanley thermos like that for years. He swore by it!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

We had one but dad thought it was too big to take to work

[@nemophilistnay]

35:00 haha! That brown recliner perfectly matches my brown recliner couch! You once found my antique chairs too. Sometimes it’s uncanny. 35:10 that’s too bad it doesn’t sell well. It’s kind of timeless to me, can be mixed with antique or modern. Do you mean the style/look of the furniture, or the type of desk?

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I liked it a lot, it's just a little wide for some homes

[@misswildlife7905]

Score with the Blenko!!!!!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Oh yes!

[@bgchilli57]

I love the Seattle Goodwill. Can you talk about milk glass?

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I like it, I look for good patterns in Fenton and Westmoteland because it’s not a fast seller currently

[@tonimiller8045]

Wow lots there

[@margaretalbert69]

O throw a blanket i kerp in the csr to use in my cart so items don't rattle or break...just a suggestion❤

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Yes, I usually have lots of table linens and the like but had taken them out right before that visit

[@JanelleVocate-Ames]

YAY!!!!!!!!!!

[@sundoesshine8583]

"Ragged off" cart is most likely their expired tagged items. Some thrift stores call that process ragging. We called it pulling.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Ah, that is very good to know! Thank you for that explanation

[@AntonaLewandoski]

I live close to the Mexico border. I always go for kislux , their quality is great. Some of them are made with leather and really hard to tell the difference from real or not. Either way, it’s your choice. No judgement from me

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

How cool! I was at an estate sale in San Diego yesterday and bought an old leathercraft book with patterns because I'm finding this category so interesting

[@jenniferbrown3809]

Wow! I recognized you voice from Laura’s videos!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Laura's a great KZbinr, I enjoy working with her.

[@lorishackelford8543]

And I thought our process were getting bad! That’s crazy for a thrift store!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I found some great buys though! It just depends whether they're priced as "collectables" or just as general merchandise

[@lorishackelford8543]

@ I agree! And for those of us that know the value, there’s still money to be made in some of those items. I just laugh when they get dollar tree items, then mark them up to $5 🤣

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

@ yes that just makes them look silly and they don’t sell

[@lorishackelford8543]

@@TheAntiqueNomad what really irritates me, is the fact that they take some of the best stuff from our store and ship it to the other other stores in like the Kansas City area.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

@ oh yes that seems unfair

[@dayL660]

Wow it’s huge!! haven’t seen a store that big before. A lot of things seem kind of expensive for what it is

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

It really depends, the Collectibles marked stuff starts high and then goes on sale. The stuff out on the shelves was well priced for what it was!

[@OriginalNethead]

Rag-off to me means rag-out. Score on the Blenko! I found a cobalt one at a tag sale a few weeks ago, one of three or so that existed. BIG crack. Left it. Darnitt. Glad George's was in good shape.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

That's cool but darn about the crack!

[@tonimiller8045]

Love fiesta

[@carolynsmall1947]

Loved the Barley Twist Candlesticks. I've been searching for some. I emailed you. Thanks!

[@janetpogue4970]

I hope u get them 👍

[@pyrexmaniac]

Syracuse China and Onondage Pottery was the largest supplier of institutional ceramic tableware to railroads, hotels, restaurants, ocean liners, hospitals, schools, private clubs, industrial cafeteria, etc. Unlike other "diner china" specialist china companies, Syracuse made a significant amount of super fine high quality translucent porcelain for the domestic market, sold exclusively by finer department stores. Buffalo China, however, was prolific but never made a domestic line and it's wares were never sold in stores.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

So true! Syracuse did it all, most other firms did one or the other

[@Nicole-xd1uj]

I was shopping for depression glass up in Skagit and Bellingham but have stopped going to Goodwill and Value Village as their prices have skyrocketed. I'm looking in smaller second charity shops now.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I do well at some of those smaller thrifts too! I do still find some bargains at the bigger chains, but the small thrifts often have good variety