Thrifting & antiques
Browse charity shops, flea markets and antique fairs for vintage finds and old books.
Thrifting & antiques
- To start
- Free
- Each month
- $30
- Time
- 2 hours a week
- Sessions
- 1.5 hours or more
- Where
- Out and about
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- It builds a collection you'll love curating.
- It keeps taking you somewhere new.
- Every session brings something you haven't tasted, heard or seen.
- There's no one to beat, ever.
You’ll like it if
- You want to switch off
- You want to have adventures
- You want to have more fun
Maybe not if
- You only have short gaps in your day
- You want something fast and exciting
- You want it to be social
What it feels like
Thrifting & antiquesAverage collecting & Appreciation hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$30The only thing you pay for
FreeFree, like 24% of hobbies
$360About $3 an hour at 2 hours a week
Before you buy
Rent or borrow gear at the facility for your first few sessions, before you buy anything.
Your first session
Spend a Saturday morning working through three charity shops with a budget of ¤20.
1.5 hours or moreOut and aboutVery easy to start
Questions
How much does thrifting & antiques cost to start?
Nothing. You can start for free, then about $30 a month once you are going.
How much time does thrifting & antiques take?
About 2 hours a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 1.5 hours or more.
Where do people do thrifting & antiques?
Anywhere outside, like a park, a trail or a street.
Is thrifting & antiques good for beginners?
Yes. It is very easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Spend a Saturday morning working through three charity shops with a budget of $20.
Do I need other people for thrifting & antiques?
No. It works fine on your own.