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KlassyKelliAnn · 04-12-2010, 08:38 PM

So I love antiques and other collectibles and I have already exhausted many of the known places here in San Antonio and a few of the surrounding area shops, flea markets, etc. I am looking for anyone who can shed some light on some great other places in the surrounding area or even in Austin where I have yet to shop for such items. I like laid back places where you can find a gem in a junkyard so to speak.

Any info is appreciated! Thanks in advance!

Kelli Ann Preston

SpursFan · 04-12-2010, 10:14 PM

It's a tourist trap but some of those places in New Braunfels directly across from the Grist Mill/dance hall area have some interesting stuff.

Always a crowd on the 3rd Sunday of the month when it's artisan weekend.

SF

KlassyKelliAnn · 04-12-2010, 11:12 PM

Thanks honey, I never really took the time to go to many of the NB spots because it is a tourist trap as you say and some of their stuff is way overpriced. I mean, I am not against paying for something if it is worth it, by any means, but I prefer a place where I can do a little bargaining and sometimes a place where a person doesnt always know what they have so to speak- LOL

Thanks again!

Kelli Ann xoxo

Marcus78 · 04-12-2010, 11:17 PM

Try the Goodwill off of 410 that has the "Anna's Closet" program. There are a few that have Anna's Closet in the San Antonio area, but the one off of 410 had some really good stuff. It may sound crazy, but I have found some amazing things there for a good price. And since its Goodwill, all of the money goes entirely towards a great cause!

Guest083013 · 04-13-2010, 12:27 AM

Length: 49.49 mi (79.65 km). Formed: 1959. Beltway around San Antonio ... Interstate 410 circumnavigates the city...

Could you please be a little more specific Marcus78?

Thanx

pickupkid · 04-13-2010, 12:51 AM

There is an auction house on Bandera and 410...about 3 miles outside the loop just behind brothers stereo.

tktmk249 · 04-13-2010, 01:53 AM

Kelli try Helotes they have alot of different shops and on saturdays there are a ton of vendors. Hope this helps'

canyonman · 04-13-2010, 07:32 PM

You might try Market days at Wimberley, first Saturday of every month, March thru December I believe.

KlassyKelliAnn · 04-13-2010, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Marcus78

Try the Goodwill off of 410 that has the "Anna's Closet" program. There are a few that have Anna's Closet in the San Antonio area, but the one off of 410 had some really good stuff. It may sound crazy, but I have found some amazing things there for a good price. And since its Goodwill, all of the money goes entirely towards a great cause!

I have been to many of these and you are right. I have also found many cool little trinkets at these places. Thanks for the reply! xoxox

_KKA

KlassyKelliAnn · 04-13-2010, 10:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dennisrn

Length: 49.49 mi (79.65 km). Formed: 1959. Beltway around San Antonio ... Interstate 410 circumnavigates the city...

Thank you Dennisrn.....xoxoxo (MUAH) .....and please be kind!

-KKA

KlassyKelliAnn · 04-13-2010, 10:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pickupkid

There is an auction house on Bandera and 410...about 3 miles outside the loop just behind brothers stereo.

Thanks pickupkid....do you know much about this place. I have seen it and it has been there for some time but I am not sure if it is by appointment/invitation only or open to the public and when, let me know if you know! LOL Thanks!

-KKA

KlassyKelliAnn · 04-13-2010, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by tktmk249

Kelli try Helotes they have alot of different shops and on saturdays there are a ton of vendors. Hope this helps'

I have never been to Helotes. I have been meaning to go to that Cornyval thing, but have never had the chance when it is going on. LOL

Thanks for the info! xoxox

Canyonman: "You might try Market days at Wimberley, first Saturday of every month, March thru December I believe."

I have already worn that place out, canyonman, lol

Thank you for the reply.

-KKA

juant85 · 04-14-2010, 01:22 AM

there are these real nice antique shops in Helotes, Tx which is only 3 miles out of 1604 on bandera road

club44 · 04-23-2010, 02:38 PM

Kelli-- bottom line--- downtown New Braunfels has 2 places where you can go--- the ladies that own it are older and they will REALLY work with you when it comes to bargaining-- yes-- Gruene is a bit of a ripoff-- but downtown New Braunfels is VERY overlooked--- I live here and would be happy to refer you... PM me for details.

C

KlassyKelliAnn · 04-29-2010, 11:11 PM

Thanks so much to everyone who responded here and via PM! I found some interesting things so far and I am still always looking around.

Anyone know of any places near New Orleans and also close by in Austin. I have yet to scour those areas and I will be travelling alot this summer so many places.

Thanks again!

KKA