The Mason Minute

The Mason Minute


Thrifting (MM #5375)

December 09, 2025

I’ve been a collector for over 50 years. I’ve had a wide variety of collections, and love the thrill of the hunt.  I don’t spend as much time buying anymore.  I’m selling. I have friends who do their own sort of collecting, except they do that at thrift stores. They love thrifting, but when the economy dives, it’s tough for them to find great bargains. That’s because more people spend time in thrift stores when times are tight. Sure, you can find deals, you can find bargains, but it’s harder to find true treasures. When times are tight, thrift stores are packed with shoppers because people in real need are there looking for things to keep their lives going…

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