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Consignment Shops for Household Goods?

Whether you're looking for a bargain, or hoping to make some extra cash from selling unused household goods and furniture, consignment shops that specialize in household goods are a great choice.

Years ago I purchased a gorgeous Bauhaus couch from the Salvation Army in Fitchburg. $25. It was cream-colored, seated three comfortably, and fit in beautifully in our home. Until we had two boys. Then we went couch cover shopping and I learned why you never buy anything cream-colored when you have children (sigh).

While the Salvation Army and Goodwill can be good spots to buy furniture, buying anything upholstered can be a challenge. The quality typically isn't very good. With consignment shops, the owner vets every piece of furniture and every houseware that comes though, so you know that there is a higher level of quality in your choices.

Prices at consignment shops tend to be a bit higher, but because you get better quality, it's worth it. You can also establish a relationship with the owner and he or she can let you know when items that you might like come in.

Boston-area and metro-region consignment shops include:

Tables to Teapots in West Acton (located across the street from the incredible Sweet Bites bakery and cafe, so don't miss out!)
Consignment Gallery at 56 in Clinton
ConsignMint Shop in Fitchburg (bought some great items there myself!)
Furniture Consignment Gallery in Hanover
Malden Center Thrift Store in Boston (intriguing web page, and a huge combination consignment shop and pawn shop)

So where are your consignment haunts? What bargain did you score when buying housewares or furniture? Share in the comments.

Posted by Melanie Zoltan
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