We received an antique table that was damaged during its move from Colorado. Greg was kind enough…read moreto take a look and suggest a repair we could manage at home. Efficient and excellent customer service. We will be sure to use him if the at home fix doesn't work for us. Thank you!

The Furniture Recycler did a great job on my kitchen table and chairs ... the table was very well…read moreused and the chairs were falling apart. I even found two that had a different finish on them. He was able to match the finish on the chairs, I can't even tell which were the odd ones! The table and chairs were all taken apart and re-glued, so sturdy now! Just a joy to use! He sent me pictures when the table was stripped to confirm the color of finish I wanted. He completed the job when he said he would.

Lots of really cool antique / vintage selections, and Diana is really knowledgeable about what she…read morehas in her store!

great service the people there were very friendly has a great selection of antiques from victorian…read moretimes to now and if you ever go to forest park you should go there

I had an excellent experience buying a Victorian bracelet online from this shop. The shop owner…read moreis clearly experienced and knowledgeable about antique jewelry, has fair prices, and is ethical in her business practices. My article was sent insured and nicely protected and packaged. You can buy with confidence from The Gold Hatpin.

My now financee & I went here because we wanted a vintage engagement ring. we made an appointment…read morewith Diane (not necessary but seemed a good idea during COVID), and we were not disappointed. Diane had us come into her booth (the shop is a smaller space inside a larger antique mall) and and briefly remove our masks for the camera (this is a jewelry shop, after all). In COVID times, precautions were in place, followed & reasonable (Masks, plastic screens at counter). Diane was very polite, professional & helpful. We did go to a few other jewelry stores in the western suburbs, all pretty standard. They all had a few vintage rings, but nowhere near the selection of The Gold Hatpin. We had plenty to look at and Diane was great at listening & educating us. This was helpful because my fiancee & I *thought* we knew what we wanted but there were a couple factors we hadn't considered & her input was very helpful. Along those same lines, she was not pushy in the least. Many other "basic" jewelry stores wanted to source rings from other places, construct a "vintage looking" ring, etc & we got the feeling that we were dealing with a used car salesman at times. Diane was none of that & truly a pleasure to work with. We can't recommend Diane and The Gold Hatpin enough.

Every visit to Oak Park means a trip to The Careful Peach. The store offers French wine while…read moreshopping their amazing collection. The staff is outstanding!!

This store never feels welcoming. The staff actively ignores some customers. I have decided to…read morenever shop there again.

Thom! He was kind, patient, and oh so helpful! I watched this sofa for a week in person and on…read moreline. He Rocks! 10 Stars!

This is a very nice furniture consignment shop. They do have some nice pieces that I thought were…read moreunique and you won't find just anywhere. The prices do drop somewhat, over time but depends if you want to risk waiting and not getting that special piece you really want. It's definitely worth taking a look and hopefully you leave with a special treasure piece. I did find a nice TV stand. Good price.

If anyone who reads this is familiar with the rummage sales at First Presbyterian Church in Lake…read moreForest IL, The Economy Shop reminds me SO much of that kind of thing. The Economy Shop is literally a Victorian style house with every room crammed with secondhand goods and antiques. They're only open 3-4 days a month from 9am-3pm, so you need to plan your visit. When you enter, you're handed a paper sheet that is divided into different categories of merchandise. When you go to each room, they total up whatever you want to buy from that given room. When you're completely done shopping, you pay at the far back of the house and exit. Prices are fair and you can find some great stuff here. The basement was one area that was overwhelming. Almost too much to look at and fully absorb. Tips for first time visitors: 1. Bring reusable bags or a tote bag. They will give you bags but a good sturdy bag will work to your advantage. 2. Parking is tricky. You're fine on residential streets but if you park along the train tracks, you have to feed a meter. $2.00 per hour. Card payment only. 3. Leave small kids at home. The rooms and hallways are too packed and tight to reasonably manage kids in tow. I like this place! I will be back!

The place is a mess. And the people that work there are very, very rude. Won't be going back there.read more

My experience with Chicago Estate Advisors Was more than I…read moreanticipated. They are very helpful and made my whole experience so smooth every went well and if you are looking for a Company that knows what they are doing, Call Chicago Estate Advisors. You will not regret it. Very professional, kind and knowledgeable.

After my mother-in-law's unexpected passing, my husband and I were faced with decisions we were…read morecompletely unprepared for. Deborah and Orlando at Chicago State Advisors were nothing short of extraordinary. Their compassion, empathy, and steady guidance made an incredibly painful time feel just a little less heavy. They helped us understand every step, set clear expectations, and treated us with genuine care and patience. We will always be grateful for their kindness. If you are going through the loss of a loved one, you will not find a more supportive or trustworthy team. highly recommen.

Great shop! I…read moredropped by this morning for some help with my watch bracelet. The fixed a loose pin and took a half link out to size it better. While waiting I got to look through their great selection of watches and received a great history lesson on some brands that I was unfamiliar with. I would shop here over a boutique store any day, certainly if you're looking for something on the dressier side or just a unique piece. If my watch ever needs major service or if I'm in the market for a new watch or strap, I know I'll come straight to Father Time.

I had a vintage 70s Accutron Spaceview I rec'd when I graduated from college. But I lost it some…read moretime in the 80s. Jim at Father Time was able to find an exact duplicate that replaced that one I lost. I have been taking it to them faithfully ever since and it runs like a top even after 50 years. Jim and his staff are professioonal, honest and the best I have found if you have a question or a need. Thanks again to Father Time