Some recent business took me to Madison, Wisconsin, and I had some extra time in my schedule. What better way to spend it than checking out an outlet store? The Company Store, purveyors of high-end comforters and linens, is based in Wisconsin. The outlet featured a good selection of colors and … [Read more...] about Further Afield: The Company Store Outlet in Madison, WI
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Niles Outlet Store Review: Holsum Bread Bakery Outlet
The Holsum Bread Bakery Outlet store is a small outlet for Sara Lee baked goods - there's no freezer of yummy frozen treats, but there are a few assorted products from other brands on the shelves. The draw is the bread. When I went, loaves of the Sara Lee wheat bread were $1.19 for two - about … [Read more...] about Niles Outlet Store Review: Holsum Bread Bakery Outlet
Looking for Furniture? The Dump opens in Lombard
The Dump, a new discount furniture store in Lombard, is holding its official grand opening this weekend. It is the 11th store in a chain that started out as a clearance outlet for Haynes Furniture stores in Norfolk, VA. The people at Haynes saw the potential to buy different closeouts, so they … [Read more...] about Looking for Furniture? The Dump opens in Lombard
Chicago Thrift Store Review: Salvation Army on Clybourn
By Lisbeth Levine As much as I love a good thrift store – and it’s more than the average bear – I had a love/hate relationship with the old two-story Salvation Army on Clybourn Avenue in Lincoln Park. It was an easy place to drop off donations, but the store itself was unbearably dingy. I … [Read more...] about Chicago Thrift Store Review: Salvation Army on Clybourn
Chicago thrift store review: Village Discount Outlet on Roscoe
Chicago thrift store review: Village Discount Outlet on Roscoe. This post was written by my predecessor Annie. Despite the name, Village Discount Outlet is a thrift store, not a manufacturer's outlet store. This place is great if you either want to sell your old clothes, or you're … [Read more...] about Chicago thrift store review: Village Discount Outlet on Roscoe
Chicago secondhand store: Working Bikes Co-op
Are you looking for a good bike cheap? Then get thee to Pilsen. The Working Bikes Co-Op has an extensive assortment of used bikes in good condition, with most costing between $100 and $200. The staff knows bikes well, so they can fit you with one that is the right size and the right type for you. If … [Read more...] about Chicago secondhand store: Working Bikes Co-op
Evanston thrift store review: ORT Resale Shop Permanently closed
ORT, The Organization for Rehabilitation through Training, raises money through two thrift shops, one in Highland Park and one in Evanston. I recently visited the Evanston store. Talk about variety! The store had a little bit of everything, it seemed: evening gowns, everyday clothes, books, … [Read more...] about Evanston thrift store review: ORT Resale Shop Permanently closed
Chicago Outlet Store Review: Vienna Beef Factory Store
***Update October, 2015 the Vienna Beef Factory Store and Deli is still open to the public during the construction on Fullerton, Damen and Elston and will remain at this location after construction is done.*** The Vienna Beef Factory Store, at Damen and Fullerton, is a delight for the encased … [Read more...] about Chicago Outlet Store Review: Vienna Beef Factory Store
