Birthlink Thrift Shops

Really cemented his name in history

Continuing our series on 'books for people that don't read books but are looking for an accessible way in'.

I present, 'Reinforced Concrete Bridges' and the incredibly popular sequel, 'Joints & Cracks In Concrete'.

Think they made a film of this one with Jason Statham playing Concrete.

The Cattle of the Tropics, one of the casual reader

Moda at George, Giorgio Moroder, Moda at George, Giorgio Moroder, Moda at George, Giorgio Moroder, George at Moroder Moda at Girogio Georgeio at Modaroder Giorgio Moda at Mordor...

Send help.

May the thrift shops gods be forever in your favour

Well! Fortunately for you, we've removed the element of chance, and you can actually just buy it! Raffle ticket n all!

Alright gang, what's the worst thing you've ever won in a raffle?

We're currently in contact with the National Library of Scotland as they don't have a copy in their archives, and it should be preserved!

It has some real interesting facts and figures for number nerds, but also about the ethics of co-operative ownership and socialist values.

Treasure!!

One of our intrepid book volunteers has uncovered a real gem, this tiny pamphlet about the construction and formation of a co-op branch in Dunfermline is literally one of a kind (if you discount the ones which are presumably still in the walls of the buildings in Dunfermline).

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Would you look at that! Our first Artist in Residence has really risen to the challenge!

We're now stocking a whole host of incredible artworks, prints, cards and stickers by the super talented Carbi_D.

Come, buy some things, support a local artist and support us! Now in shop 2.

Strategic upload development officer:
Take photos of stuff and stick it vinted 😎

Professor of classification, control & rotation:
Dwell in our basement and sort clothes 🙃

All positions have the benefit of bottomless tea and coffee, you do have to hang out with me though, so, swings & roundabouts

Friends!! We're looking for volunteers with overly complicated job titles!

Custodian of analogue media and research lead:
We're looking for someone to help sort our books 😎 keep the shelves fresh this will also include researching prices of some really cool old books!

Me too man, me too.

We have our first artist signed up, but it would be cool to get a few more geared up for the summer!

If you're interested, pop in this week or drop me a wee DM, let's have a chat!

As with all establishments selling artwork on behalf of other people we are going to be taking a wee commission so not only are you making a few quid for yourselves, you'll also be helping a great charity!

We're keen to have as many new and exciting artists as possible, with a set amount of time dedicated to each artist to keep it fresh! (Obviously you can come back as many times as you like!) if you've always wanted to sell your artwork, but never known how to, well... 🤘

Insert your art here!

Calling all artists, crafters, makers, potters, upcycles, knitters, felters, collagers, writers, photographers, screen printers, dressmakers, creatives of all shapes and sizes!

Starting in a couple of weeks we'll have a dedicated space for our talented community to sell their work from our shop! 🧵

Alright kids! I need you all to pray to the thriftshop gods & cross your paws. Sunshine is what we want!

We've a well sexy spot for the meadows festival this year, just off middle meadow walk!

Around 1000 items of clothing, enough for different stock each day.

If you wear clothes, it's for you!

Nerds!!

Vintage 1978 Doctor Who Jigsaws!

These are so good. The boxes are a wee bit sun bleached but they're still great man!

£25 each or all 4 for £90 🙂

In honour of World Goth Day. Rook, a card game from 1924. Absolutely stunning, those illustrations man!

101 years old, In incredible condition. I cannot remember how much it is, you'll have to come and have a look!

I also took down the thrift shop sign before moving into the new shop, and revealed this ghost sign, turns out we were a blouse specialist all along!

Not sure how old it is, it was a bookshop before we moved in!

#ghostsign #edinburgh

It was!! Thrift shop community is the best community!!

Have you popped along to the shop yet?

Last Saturday, we held a (sort of) human chain!

It may not have been quite as planned, however! I had a great time, the sun was shining and loads of you lovely lot came out to help!

I would like to say a huge thank you to you all!

Next time you move house, let me know, I owe you all a favour 😂

Perhaps once you've picked up some new old books, pop along here.....
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Thank you!!! So nervous nobody is going to show up 😂

Todays the day gang!

Human Chain from our old shop to the new to help move our remaining stock!!

Please wear sunscreen!
2pm Lochrin buildings shop!

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I filmed the journey from the old shop, to the new, it took me 4 minutes 33 seconds to walk, and I'm not a fast walker.

But!! Imagine a thousand items passing hand to hand along this route. What a beautiful thing!

2pm Saturday, help us form a human chain!

Saturday, may 10th at 2pm, come forth and for a human chain, from 26 Lochrin buildings (OG thrift shop 2) Meet here! To 43 Bruntsfield place (new thrift 2) There's a tasty 10% discount for participation!

Friends!!

(Sorry for the radio silence, it's been HECTIC!)

Anyway!!

This Saturday, we're going to be creating a human chain! From our old shop,.to new to transfer the last of our stock!

So, if you can spare an hour, it would be lovely to see you all!!

Reposts greatly appreciated! 🩷

Edinburgh folk- can you help on Saturday?