I popped into Heavenly Threads once while I was living in Midcoast Maine for several weeks and it…read morewas a total success. They only allow a set number of people into the two-story shop at a time. This means one has to queue in the front yard in order to get in but as it's a church thrift shop in gorgeous, peaceful, and quaint Camden, ME, one's line mates might become immediate thrifting buddies, as was the case with me. Time passes quickly when one is sharing banana bread recipes and wondering when the first frost will hit. Inside the shop, it's up to each person to maintain six feet or more feet of distance apart, per shop rules. Some folks wore gloves, everyone wore masks, it felt safe. And because there is so much lovely stuff to look at, it wasn't that difficult staying put in any given area, having a proper browse, whilst waiting for the next rack, shelf or display case to be clear. There seemed to be an unspoken choreography at play with folks just getting when to stay put and when to move. All of this takes time so please don't come for this shopping experience if you're in a rush. Like: why are you thrifting anyway? Thrifters know that at least 50% of the pleasure of hunting is the slow pace. I found a gorgeous, hand knit, variegated spruce green wool sweater (think deep dark fir run through with bits of turquoise, dark brown, pops of crimson, ecru and pale grey) that I swear-to-gods just took off to hand wash today, after wearing it several times a week for five weeks. It's become my blankie, my superpower, and sweater-shaped best friend. And when I was walking around in Maine, I looked like a spritely moving shrub. Cost: $10.00. I also found two excellent macrame wall hangings--70s-style or actually from the seventies. Mid-century freaks, FYI, this spot is for you as I paid $4.00 per piece. My newly found thrifting pals let me know that they shop at Heavenly Threads on the regular and then resale in their vintage stall down the way at 10 Mechanic street. They told me that the macrame pieces I found would make hipster summer folks mental. That just made me feel very good inside :D Just before I cashed out with one of the very sweet elder lady volunteers, I happened upon a number of lovely black and white mounted photographs and a strange little original lithograph. Acquired 8 works, 6 bucks. The hours are a bit odd, Wednesday-Saturday 12pm-3pm. Obviously, Saturday is the busiest day. It's worth it to make the trip over if you can, not just for the thrifting but for the gentle company of low-key Midcoast ME fellow thrifters and super nice staff.

Vast and filled with a wonderful assortment of vintage and antique items of every description at…read morereasonable prices. A find.

Beautiful household items and the Christmas selections are the best I have ever seen.read more

Everything inside was so beautiful. Such great store for home decor,gifts, and trinkets. Service…read morewas good nothing crazy and prices were ranged well

Great store. Amazing selection of linen & other natural fabrics. Customer service was also very…read morehelpful.

Stylish and approachable... LOVE the curated mix and their house brand of very well designed linen…read moredresses. You know how some can be too boxy... these actually have style and shape and show off your feminine side while still easy to wear. Well selected pieces of the brands you love, beautiful jewelry, and cool-girl Swedish hasbeens! Especially loved Max for being a lovely hostess while we shopped. Thank you Max!

I was looking to expand my collection of rare coins. The store owner was EXTREMELY helpful and…read moreknowledgeable about what he was selling, and he was willing to discuss the market value and the history behind some of his pieces. The selection this store had was outstanding wether you are looking for Tiffany Jewelry, Vintage Clocks, Fine Silver or Gold Jewelry, War Relics, or Coins. Additionally, he was willing to give me a great deal on the coins if I bought more than one of them. I would highly recommend going here if you are looking for rare and vintage coins, or just browsing around looking for something to do.

Actual message from this store operator via eBay:…read more "estatejewelryemporium395: I think you should take those earrings and stuff them up your BOX... :)"

We love a good thrift shop when we are visiting different states. We stumbled across Clothes…read moreEncounter when visiting Ellsworth. We were welcomed when we came in. There are some nice vintage pieces including dresses, jeans and tops. I got an LLBean fleece vest for $8. My daughter got a nice top for $10. A nice selection, good prices and pleasant staff. We will be back.

Clothes Encounter is by far my favorite thrift store. They have a thoughtfully curated selection of…read moreclothes and accessories at good prices. The staff are always friendly and make me feel welcome.

Some nifty and cool vintage products here. Price was average. Things are placed everywhere. You…read morejust have to be patient and take the time to look at the various offerings. Did not find anything here. On to the next good finds.

Old school packed to the gills shop, if you are looking for carefully curated vignettes that you…read morecan purchase as a whole and park in your guest room, this probably isn't the shop for you, but if you enjoy the traditional search, hunt and scan, there are good things to be found at fair prices.

Nice little tourist shop, average area prices. Had ice cold water for a buck too. Lady bought a…read morecheap t shirt and they even sneaked her into the back to change before passing out on a 90* day. Staff was very polite and helpful. Shop was quite packed with goodies.

We we're looking for a ship for our grandson and something special for our granddaughter. Found…read moreboth at the Sailor and Hook. Things that most of the other stores don't have.

I live to thrift and antique but this was really neither. Just a messy lot of stuff that was either…read moreoverpriced or not worth buying at all. Don't really recommend.

Amazing and fun assortment of goodies! Explore and find unique and affordable gifts.read more