I do recommend this place for odds and ends items. Pickers is a store that has items of a classic…read morenature. This is a huge store with a variety of items to choose from, so you can spend a lot of time looking around. I like the used music department. The CDs are only $5. The cashiers are right by the front door and there's usually no wait. Come when you have time to explore the selections.

Irondale Pickers is a very nice place to spend a hour or two looking at the huge selection of…read moreantiques and not-so-much-antiques. The cashiers are very friendly and helpful too. And I agree with the other reviewers, the store is very neat and clean inside. I did notice that some of the vendor's prices are a little higher than other vendors, but that's life, because some grocery stores are a little higher than other grocery stores (I won't name names). And finally, there are plenty of parking spaces in front of the store, which makes things convenient. If you haven't already, checkout Irondale Pickers.

On A Shoestring Trading located on Shades Crest Road in Bluff Park is like taking a trip back in…read moretime! The eclectic antique collection and selection is mind blowing, because there isn't a vacant spot anywhere in the house. There were all sorts of vintage glassware, crystal, dishes, shaving mugs, books, hand tools, hats, jewelry, window frames, lamps, paintings and on and on. It will take me more than one trip to see and process everything in the house. And lucky me because today - everything in the house was 25% off - everything. The Gentleman Owner is a most interesting person to meet as he shared the history of the house when I asked him when the house was built. I did make a small purchase today, but that's only because I'm still trying to process everything that I saw and what I want to purchase on my next visit. I will always value my trip to On A Shoestring Trading simply because I had the opportunity to meet the Owner. Such an experience! And there's enough free parking in front of the store, but you could park and walk from the nearby restaurants. I hope you will visit this place someday soon!

On-a-Shoestring... not sure where the name comes from... but cool shop…read more Really like this place as I tend to dig looking around old, antique-y places and such. Some might call that "antiquing" I just call it liking to look around old, antique-y places and such. This place is no different. There's literally stuff packed in every corner of the main level, the upstairs, the somewhat basement level as well as outside in the yard. There are plenty of windows, doors, shutters and other woodworks for re-purposing if you're into that. Most are fairly priced by comparison to other places. Overall however, the store can be a bit expensive in it's pricing. Also they only take cash or checks as forms of payment so if you're headed over here, be sure to take one or the other. Overall, great shop!

I didn't have a lot going on one day, so I stopped in on a whim. Just so happened to pick a day…read morethey were having an open house and sale, so booths had sales ranging from 10-75% off. There were also refreshments, and they had a drawing for a gift card. If you're looking to do your own "picking," this isn't it, but there are some nice items. Booths are curated collections of items both new and old, and while I didn't find anything I just had to have, and partly because I was just looking around, I didn't end up taking anything home that day. However, if I were looking for a period piece, or something to redo a room or space, I would consider looking here for something that isn't a big box, mass produced piece.

I enjoyed visiting Vintage Interiors very much today, and I especially appreciated the way I was…read morewarmly acknowledged when I entered the store. There was no pressure or hovering over and around me, which I for one like a lot. The interiors selection was just right for me - very cozy. I only noticed maybe one unoccupied booth and that's always a good sign to me. I made four purchases and at checkout I was surprised to find out that there was a 20% discount value for each item. How nice. It seems to me that the Owners still value the customer. For example, instead of tossing my purchases in a chintzy plastic bag, my purchases were placed in paper shopping bag with carrying handles. Call me silly, but it's those kinds of added touches that make me want to buy from shops/stores that make me feel appreciated. I hope you will treat yourself to a shopping trip at Vintage Interiors in Pelham in the very near future.

Very big selection of antiques to look at! I wanted to take the whole store with me. Helpful lovely…read morestaff as well.

I have always loved shopping at the various thrift stores in Birmingham, way before it was trendy…read more This one happens to be one that's close to where I live, and one of my favorites. Over the years, I have found some really great pieces-from clothing and shoes, to handbags, to furniture...I've found treasures! If you go and don't find what you're looking for, stop back another day. If you see something you want, get it then because someone else will beat you to it! Prices have gone up over the years but you're still saving money from what the item originally cost. Lovelady Center, located not far from the store, helps women get back on their feet after going through tough times. They turn your donations into profit that helps them support their residents. In fact, most, if not all, the ladies that work here, are connected to Lovelady in some way. They are either current residents or have been helped in the past. You should really look up their story. If you like to shop, especially in thrift stores, you must check them out!

I have shopped in this store several times and I will continue to do so, because the service is…read morevery, very good. There is a wide variety of donated items to choose from at reasonable prices. And the positive impact of the Associates working as fast as possible to replenish each section of the store is heartwarming. I made two purchases the day I was at Lovelady in Irondale, and Good Lord Willing, I will be back soon.

I met Gwen, Owner, of E & B Thrifty Stores last Friday and she was very friendly and helpful as I…read morelooked at all the nostalgic items in her store (primarily items purchased at estate sales). I never made it to the second store, which I hear is full of artwork and furniture, but I hope to next time. The first store (on the corner) was full of art deco, mid-century modern, and various other styles of lamps, decorative dishes, glassware, crockery, figurines and clothing plus so much more. Every square inch of the store is filled to the brim with everything you can imagine, but it isn't junky, instead it's very well organized. I did purchase several items at reasonable prices; especially given the excellent condition I found the vintage items in. Lord willing, I know what I want to buy the next time I visit the store - that is, if the items are still available. Lastly, there is free parking in front of the store, and you'll need to have cash with you, because I have a feeling you'll definitely see something you want to buy. Have fun!

This is a nice location - but not near as large as their location a few miles away- great employeesread more

First time at this nursery and I was really impressed! There are so many wonderful plants! I found…read moreeverything I wanted. Lots of starter plants for my garden. Everything was great quality. What impressed me the most was the customer service. There was always someone nearby asking me if I needed help and finding me what I was looking for. Payment process was easy. Someone outside looks at what you have and writes you a ticket which you then take indoors to pay. This will probably be my go to choice for plants and flowers in the future.

How could this store have been here 34 years and I had missed it? This is a unique jewel for a…read moreMother/Daughter shopping: reminded me of Smiths that was next door to Western grocery so many years in MtnBrook Village. "Fun Stuff" is not what I expected. They do have a few toys, a little candy and some cute clothes for kids, but it's mostly special fun stuff for adults. This is the perfect place for a very cool wedding gift! A huge monogrammed cutting board with initials on one side and the couples portrait on the other was pretty reasonable! Monogrammed towels in a million color threads, monogrammed water pitchers, glasses, stationary, and lucite napkin holders, heirloom monogrammed scrap books or baby books, serving trays, snack bowls of various woods, college or sorority items, a few ladies coverups, seasonal decor and more to choose from! I ended up with a darling gold ice scoop & towels with our 3 initials! Friendly service tops it off! I'm returning for my favorite unique gift under $30: a tea towel with a copy of a fave family recipe, in Grandma's own handwriting! So here comes "Nana Kathy's Bourbon Sweet Potatoes" made famous!

Cutest gift wrapping ever. So easy to find what you need. Helpful, courteous, fast, convenient.read more