I think it is a matter of just being in the right place at the right time. I seem to have the best luck at Goodwill and the ARC Thrift Stores. I try to stop in every week or so--Tues is Sr. day so I like to go then when I can get a discount. I leave empty handed more than I do with bags, but sometimes I really hit hit big--Our Goodwill also carries 'NEW' goods. The last time I went I got 6 heavy flannel shirts (xxl), a full size set of flannels sheets--still in the pkg. and a new Zebra print throw for my Grand-daughter who lives with us and paid $22. We're re-doing hher room in zebra print and purples, so she was more excited about her find than mine.