EveryStep is an INCREDIBLE thrift store. I love secondhand…read moreshopping, both for the finds and the experience. This shop has amazing energy, with wonderful people who work there. Their proceeds lend towards something important (unlike places like Goodwill...), and they don't try to upsell. They are dedicated to the cause, nothing more. Fabulous store, with fabulous selection!!!

One of my four go to antique/thrift/consignment shops. I consider my go tos to be above and beyond…read morewhat most people think about when they hear thrifting. This is not a Goodwill, Salvation Army, or DAV. Quality items and can't miss stops on your thrifting rounds. Make sure you check this place out!

They have a ton of cool stuff daily! I thought I'd go in for a few minutes and ended up staying…read moreover an hour! Great place!

I absolutely love the dav!! My girl and I go there at least once a week just to look aroundread more

Do not miss this shop!!! This one is far superior to any thrift store in the Des Moines area. The…read moreconstantly changing quality merchandise, the organization, the aesthetic displays, easy to get around aisles, and the amazing helpful, devoted staff make shopping delightful! On top of this, everything goes to a good cause; the local Food pantry. Majority of the professional staff is volunteer. Shout out to Kelsey, Maggie and Cheryl. A+

Local nonprofit charity shop, the only one in Altoona Iowa. The purpose is to fund the food bank in…read morethe same building, not to give buyers a special bargain. Some people think it is overpriced, some do not. You can still receive comparative bargains for new items. Today it was two weighted blankets for $20, at least 50% lower than new at Walmart, not sure if that is their norm. I did not buy today. I have not been interested in buying anything there in a while, but I am also finally downsizing and more likely to take items in. Often see used, but retail bedding. I think it is a good place to find items you need for setting up a household. Regardless, twice monthly 50% off days are bargains and the parking lot will be full. Compare to some thrift stores they are higher priced, others lower priced. I believe they have a clothing credit for people in need. It appears there has recently been a turnover in staff and volunteers, and I am not sure what that is about. TBH, there have been many changes with Caring Hands in the last five years. TBH, a lot of the local donors don't have much to give and will donate crappy pieces. Caring Hands has to sort through that. Last I heard they donate the worst to DAV. Facebook Marketplace killed the "lucky find" thrift model for a lot of small towns combined with the current economy. For those struggling to make ends meet, there is often some free bread in the thrift area, and in the summer free produce as well... to supplement anyone. I believe books are still free there, but call ahead if that interests you... you will be lucky if they answer. Things I would love to see more of: gardening supplies Arts and craft supplies Jewelry donations older glass fine art

There are some good buys (not overpriced) if you look closely. However, this is one of the most…read moreunreasonably priced thrift stores in the area. Furthermore, a full 75% of the vintage items that I have looked at closely have turned out to be damaged or missing major parts.. interestingly, "vintage item" prices never go on sale even though they are consistently overpriced. The staff is helpful and friendly and St Vincent de Paul does good work in the community. So my review is mixed.

I bought a straightener there on Saturday couldn't find any place to check to see if it worked paid…read morefor it got home didn't told him it didn't work as if they had policy they said no the best thing I could do is just re-donate it why would they want me to re-donate it if it doesn't work so they can make another five bucks off of somebody

Fantastic Vintage Clothing store, and costume shop! They also have Records, and other fun retro…read moredelights! This a fun place to go with friends! You can spend hours sifting through the vintage goods! The store is huge and the prices are very responsible! Compared to other cities! They will also rent you costumes! This is a go to spot for Halloween shoppers! Next time you roll through Valley Junction stop in and try something fun on!

Oh Atomic Garage... it's a shame you don't have more reviews in general... I just had to review…read moreyou. Atomic Garage is an amazing vintage clothing and vintage store in the trendy area in Des Moines... the owner/manager is super chill and a fun person who takes her vintage clothes seriously. Their selection is awesome and reasonably priced for how rare some of it is. It's definitely a great place to stop in when you're in town... and an even better place to stop in when you need a badass outfit to go to a formal event with. It's super well organized and just an overall fun store to walk around. The only reason I took a star off is because some of the stuff isn't for sale. It's only for rent... and that disappointed me. I don't live in town, so I couldn't rent the incredible options of suits/tuxedos that they sell there.

I have sold to this location twice now and I've never been disappointed they offer logical buy out…read moreprices that I've always been pleased with, I'll never take my kids items anywhere else to be sold. The atmosphere is nice, sometimes staff are busy but I completely get that, I have bought multiple items from them as well one time even using my buy out as store credit instead and got my kiddos some things that they needed. They have a nice mothers section as well that I would check out if you're expecting you can get most things here for a fraction of their online prices. Highly recommend!

They have a play room for kids to play in while you shop. Found some good deals and had mostly…read moreeverything I was looking for and then some!

Amazing people and items! went there with my dad and sister to go look at antiques, found a…read morebeautiful spring bunny rabbit porcelain set, but it was being sold for $40 (amazing prices!) with about 5 pieces, I didn't have $40 but I really wanted one of the mugs, the nice lady behind the counter told me she cannot sell me just one because people pick and choose and leave her stuck, but, as I was leaving, she asked me which one I even wanted, and she told me; "meh, you seem like a good kid, $10." and it made me feel more valued than any other point that day, that is my favorite thing I got on that trip for no other reason than the sheer sentimental value it holds, amazing place, amazing prices, amazing people.

We found this cute little shop to look for Farm like stuff for our new house build. As we walked…read morein and started to browse, I could hear a customer asking the owner about a piece, and if she knew of other shops that might have the same type of table. The owner and very short with this lady, but gave her some info. When the customer left, the owner started to talk bad about this customer to one of her friends and laughing about her question. Its really too bad, as I have a lot of items I need for my ew home, and she had a good prices. I refuse to help a business owner who does not value the people who keep them in business and happy. My hope if she will read this review and reflect on what she should change to be more successful. Again, and very cute shop with good prices, but a very rude owner. You know know who is in your shop listening or is willing to review you. Thanks for reading my ramblings. - Sepi

Good variety, reasonable prices, Owner is a great guy and a good Christian. Definitely one of my…read morefavorites .

One of my favorite stops when I'm out thrifting. It's been a couple of different iterations over…read morethe years, but this one came with a remodel and it really classed the place up. Don't get me wrong... It's still a second hand store so don't expect Dillard's but comparatively spearking it's one of the cleaner nicer shops in the metro. What have I picked up here? Antiques, brass, an almost 6 ft set of longhorns, Buck knives, cast iron, tools... And most recentl y a vintage wall Coca Cola bottle opener that the owner gave to me free of charge when my gf mentioned it was my birthday. We're kind of regular customers... Lol Inventory varies by the day. We try to swing in often. Good people. A good shop. Not much else you can ask for.