This is my absolute favorite local place to shop when I want to change up my furnitire and decor!…read moreMy go to for up cycling and finding the right pieces at the right time. Other local thrift stores don't compare. This place always puts out the best worthwhile items. And the staff is amazing. Attentive and friendly. They are working with the program for consistent recovery and it shows. Just a great group of overcomes pushing through for their best life. Oh, and their donation zone is so easy. Drive up to the front, get the guys to lend a hand, and drop off! Also, they pick up for donation (upon approval) so send things you would want to upcycle and buy. They also deliver large pieces with a fee based on your distance from the store. Truly such an easy and professional experience. Love them.

How can I not give TROSA Thrift Store of Durham five stars? They were able to do what Habitat for…read moreHumanity ReStore (Durham) and the Durham Rescue Mission could not: They picked up our furniture donation from the third floor of our apartment building without an elevator. The other places either required an elevator or the furniture be moved to the ground floor. Not only that, but the guys from TROSA, Quentin R and Christian, showed up on time and worked efficiently. Also, TROSA's Donations Coordinator, Cheryl Rogers, was great to work with. Everything was taken care of without any hiccups. The lady I spoke to at Durham Rescue Mission referred me to TROSA. I had never heard of TROSA until that point in time. Shortly thereafter, I learned that my wife's clinic regularly treats patients from TROSA and my mom has donated furniture to TROSA's Winston-Salem thrift store. TROSA stands for Triangle Residential Options for Substance Abusers. Both Quentin and Christian came up through the TROSA program. If I recall correctly from my conversation with Christian, TROSA helped get them back on their feet. Quentin is older and I believe a graduate who is now a manager. Both guys were nice and did really hard work. They helped move the following for us: 1 office desk 1 office chair 2 loveseats with pillows 1 lounge chair with cushions 1 small table set (3 tables in 1) 1 fold-up shelf (3 tier) ------------------------------ 7 items total The office desk was old, but in good condition, and super heavy. As soon as they saw it, Quentin said it was going to be "fun." They wrapped it in plastic to protect it before moving it. I was curious how they were going to move it. They didn't wear gloves or use a hand truck. They simply used their bare hands and raw strength, plus some moving blankets to help slide the desk on the second floor of the stairwell. I was really impressed. Christian took most of the weight, being the guy on bottom. It wasn't an easy task. Afterwards, Quentin and Christian told me the desk wasn't that bad. They've had to move much worse, like pianos. Just an incredible job by those two. It took them about 40 minutes to haul everything away. Quentin ran the show. He and Christian were able to find our apartment door without having to call and ask where to go (a lot of delivery drivers got lost, but not these guys). They were uniformed in light blue TROSA T-shirts and black pants/shorts. While moving the items, Quentin had me fill out a Donation Pickup Form that listed everything I donated with an estimated value. At the end, all three of us signed it. I received a copy of the form which serves as a receipt for an income tax deduction. Also, there was a place on the form where I could write in a tip, which served as an additional donation. I tipped $35 in cash. The pickup itself was free. Beforehand, I coordinated with Cheryl over the phone and via email. We handled the list of furniture items to be donated and the scheduling and logistics of the donation itself. I was located in Chapel Hill and the first stop (11:00am) in Chapel Hill on Quentin and Christian's route that day, a Tuesday. You can call or email TROSA to get the process started. I emailed. Cheryl called me within one business day and was able to get me scheduled as soon as 13 days out, which ended up working out perfectly for us. Book early. One thing Cheryl asked me for was emailed pictures of everything I wanted to donate. She then called me again a couple days later to confirm the pickup appointment and details like parking, how many stairs and landings, etc. TROSA is thorough. Quentin and Christian arrived in a large marked TROSA truck. Coincidentally, I noticed a TROSA truck at our same apartment complex less than two weeks prior to this pickup.

This store is a true design gem (not just in North Carolina but nationally - especially due to…read moretheir robust online offering and incredible design industry knowledge) and the owners (Ivy and John) are absolutely amazing in every possible way - truly the sweetest people. As a principal designer (with a key focus on interiors) at an award-winning national practice, I have worked with countless retailers, supply houses and interiors consultancies. Without question, these folks are my absolute favorite supply partners and I work with them every possible chance I get (note that they also offer trade pricing should you happen to be an architect or designer). Over the years my wife and I have bought several pieces from them at various price points and have always been impressed by their level of service, responsiveness, kindness, enthusiasm and overall product (and industry) knowledge. I truly cannot say enough great things about either the store itself or the people behind it.

I can't speak for the in-person experience since I ordered online, but from my email engagements…read morewith the founder of Palette & Parlor, Ivy Simon, I have to say this was my most fabulous buying experience. I had purchased an item that turned out to be unavailable until October and while Ivy could have let me wait, she actually emailed me within 24 hours of my purchase to give me a chance to cancel the order if I didn't want to wait. I really appreciated her gesture and ended up keeping the order. She was very responsive through the entire process and I can't rave enough about my experience. Thank you Ivy and as I had let you know, you have a lifetime customer.

I visited Bright Black with a group of friends on their drop in day on Saturday. It was such an…read moreinviting and welcoming experience. I like fragrance or more importantly, I know what I don't like so to be immersed in an experience with fragrance experts and not feel overwhelmed was a great time. We worked with Sacha who was very honest about our blends, gave good feedback, and was a good source of encouragement. You have the ability to create 3 different versions of your scent and choose what most feels like you. You can also save your scent for future use. I liked that added benefit. I am always curious as to how brands like these manage to keep their momentum as it sometimes feels like something you do once but I would definitely come again to create other products. They offer candles too as well as you can purchase premade scents. I feel like the price was very reasonable compared to other similar experiences. Definitely a must visit for a date night, girls night out, or just a relaxing end to a stressful day!

I learned about Bright Black on TikTok while looking for perfume making classes in the area. They…read moreare a black owned small business! Bright black offers the perfume Workshop every Saturday from 11-5 - walk in only. We got there a little before noon, and we were able to get seated right away. The staff was super friendly and explained each part of the process. There were tons of scents to choose from to create your own perfume oil. It was $35 per person which I didn't think was bad at all! They also sell car air fresheners, lotions, and candles. Most of the fragrances of the candles have a story or meaning behind them which I thought was pretty neat! Apparently next month, they will be offering larger, alcohol based perfume workshop options. When you're done, you have the option to log your scent so that you can have it made again or even have it made into candles which is cool! I really enjoyed my visit to Bright Black and would definitely recommend visiting if in the Raleigh/Durham areas

This store is so cute! The first time I came in, my husband and I had the pleasure of meeting the…read moreowners and chatting with them about their history and shop. Such an enjoyable time! The store has tons of beautiful things for the home. I ended up buying some Christmas gifts on this first trip- a metal mug and a strong dog toy. The next time I visited was for their holiday open house. Such a warm, fun vibe, holiday décor, and local food vendors sharing samples. They had even more cool stuff than my first visit. Whether you're walking around on Ninth Street of come here because you want something special for your home, definitely stop in!

Nicely curated store with fresh, liveable items for the home. Everything I particularly admired…read more(several items) was already sold, but I was only looking anyway. I'll definitely try here again when I need a piece of furniture or an accent piece or gift.

My plumber suggested I go to Ferguson supply for a kitchen sink and faucet which turned into a full…read morenightmare. I texted a close friend who just bought each and she highly recommended Wilkinson Supply. Thank God! I stopped in and asked to view the showroom. I immediately saw exactly what I wanted and McKayla was super friendly and helpful. I'm so glad my friend told me to come here! They had what I wanted in stock and the prices were incredibly reasonable. Highly recommend!

Shopping for my bathroom fixtures and tub online was so stressful. And I was scared off Lowe's and…read moreHome Depot by the reviews. When my plumber suggested I go to Wilkinson Supply I jumped at the chance. In this day and age of buying online it can be hard to find in-person places to purchase these kinds of things. Tracy was so nice! She helped me choose, told me what was a top seller, even let me sit in a tub! I would go back to Wilkinson in a heartbeat!

Dave and his partners are brilliant and expert artists. Our experience was absolutely wonderful!…read more We went to Dave with a vision of what we wanted for our master bedroom furniture (bed, night stands, and chest of drawers) and some pictures of styles we liked. Dave got right to creating a few different drawings from what he had heard and seen in our conversations. He was super responsive and open to feedback, and very patient as we changed our minds (wood type, style details, etc... very patient!). When the big reveal came (aka delivery), we were grinning from ear to ear. Even from very detailed computer drawings, you never quite know what you'll get, but our delivery was better than we could have ever imagined. Dave and his team take their profession to the next level, and you will not be disappointed either. On a side note, Dave is very very involved in the community. I only learned of this when we saw his family out at a museum a few months later, but it further warmed my heart to know we were customers to such a talented artist and wonderful man (he is an incredible foster parent).

Just so we're clear, I would never shop here. It's just not my kind of place. I'm perfectly happy…read morewith shitty furniture that I find on the side of the road. But I'll be damned if this isn't some really fine furniture here made and sold by decent, interesting people. The staff of Hill Country Woodworks makes all of their own furniture from scratch in their shop (located just a few miles away). The stuff in the store itself is sort of a glorified display case, giving the customer an idea of what's possible so to help them decide what they'd like the staff to make. It's a great system put to excellent effect. You can tell talking to the workers that they enjoy their craft, and beyond that, they're good at it. The pricing is a huge thing, since custom-built furniture doesn't come cheap. But if you have the means and you like high-quality furnishings that with a classy, understated elegance, Hill Country should be your first (and only) stop.

This is a new business in downtown Hillsborough and a nice addition to the area. While the store is…read morenot huge, it is a good size for all the wonderful treasures it holds. A woman owned business, the owner is someone who is concerned with fair trade and eco friendly practices. She also supports the arts and artisan made quality items. I fell in love with so many beautiful pieces and can't wait to see what each season brings. You will definitely find clothing options that you won't find at the local chain stores. I also appreciate the information about the creators on certain pieces. Prices may seem high, but you are paying for quality items, which will last longer and also carry over from season to season.

I was on errands with my friend who live in the area. And this was a spot on her list. I loved the…read moreselection of local artists and vintage items. It was really well curated and the variety was great. The shop was organized well and the person at the counter was helpful and friendly. Prices were good! Parking was easy as this location is in a strip mall.

Lovely gift store in the Witherspoon area. We've popped in a few times and purchased locally and…read moreregionally made items like cocoa, peanut butter and a Durham magnet. It's along a strip mall facing the parking lot for Kohl's. Might be easy to overlook but worth a stop. We like to support locally owned businesses that feature local products.