Here in south Texas estate and garage sales are held all year round. There are a couple websites that I go to and check their schedules. Often they will have photos of some of what is being sold. I definitely check out clothes for the yardage. I have come away with really great deals. My last one was my Singer Slant-o-Matic for $150.00 in a desk cabinet. DH wasn't too happy with me but he was mending his denim jacket with it the next morning and has used it often himself since. Found out his mother has one just like it. had all attachments.