Used Children's Clothing in Bloomington, Indiana

Mallory Collier
With today's rough economy and the ever-growing prices of consumer goods, it does not come as a surprise that many Americans are slowly becoming much more open to purchasing gently used clothing and accessories for both themselves and their children. Thrift stores that once welcomed only the regular shoppers are now home to surprisingly high numbers of individuals seeking much-needed items at fair prices.

Face it, children experience constant growth spurts and are known make habits of playing in mud and wet grass in their new clothing. Fighting the never-ending stains and keeping up with growth spurts, fashion trends, and seasonal necessities is more difficult for parents now than ever. Fortunately, for those living on increasingly tight budgets, used children's clothing, accessories, and shoes are widely available in most areas.

Let's explore the best sources for gently used children's clothing in Bloomington, Indiana:

Once Upon a Child
With a friendly and knowledgeable staff, Once Upon a Child is home to gently used clothing, accessories, and shoes for children of all ages, shapes, and sizes. The business also purchases lightly used children's clothing and other items. Prices are generally fair.
Once Upon a Child is located at 3486 West Third Street in Bloomington, Indiana.

Salvation Army Thrift Store
Unfortunately, many individuals in need of inexpensive children's clothing often avoid the Salvation Army Thrift Store solely because of the name and unfounded assumptions. Contrary to popular belief, many gently used children's items can be found at this store on a daily basis. Commonly featured children's items include clothing, accessories, shoes, toys, bedding, furniture, books, and much more. All items are donation-based. Prices are affordable on any and every budget.
Salvation Army Thrift Store is located at 111 North Rogers Street in Bloomington, Indiana.

Goodwill
A nationwide chain specializing in previously owned clothing and other items, Goodwill's Bloomington store offers a wide variety of gently used children's clothing, shoes, accessories, toys, bedding, furniture, and much more. All items are donation-based. Prices are typically somewhat fair.
Goodwill is located at 2444 South Walnut Street in Bloomington, Indiana.

It is important to remember that there is absolutely no shame in attempting to locate gently used clothing at fair and affordable prices - whether the items are for your children or for yourself. These frightening economic times require new and inventive resources for supplying our children, as well as ourselves, with our every day and seasonal needs such as clothing.

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  • freakmamma 6/22/2009

    Great list of stores for getting deals on kids clothing!

  • Dina Quirion 6/21/2009

    It is a good idea, used clothing are sometimes even better than new.. ssshhh, I won't say anything.. :o)

  • Siew Cheng Hoe 6/21/2009

    nobody will really notice that it is used clothing if we keep quiet

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