I have been a loyal Lind's customer for 20 years, supporting this local business through their…read moreformer pharmacy and toy store, gift store, jewelry store, jewelry repair service, and to buy cards. Linds was always my first stop for gifts, I bought my children gifts at their former toy area as well as for the birthday parties they attended. I bought home decor, jewelry, gifts for family, had jewelry repaired, a bought tons of cards, I think I have about 15 punch cards collected! And I have bought numerous pairs of sunglasses. I loved it that they gift wrapped. I maintain a membership there. I will never shop there again. Please take this experience I relate as a warning. I went to Lind's last weekend to purchase sunglasses. While I wasn't dressed in my usual business attire, (I am a local attorney), I was nicely dressed for an outing, hair done, makeup, etc. My daughter, also an attorney who is also part of the family firm with myself and her father, accompanied me into the store. She loved Lind's, she had been going there since she was a small child. I was seeing a lot of magnification glasses but having trouble finding those without. The salesperson directed me to the Brighton sunglasses, which were quite a bit more expensive but we found one we liked and began the process of purchasing when I mentioned I was sorry there wasn't more selection than Brighton. Another woman came up from behind the nice woman who had been helping us and said, in a nasty voice to the other saleswoman, "she is incorrect, there are more". She appeared to be a supervisor. The manner in which she decided to give me this information, by deliberately and publicly embarrassing her coworker made me very uncomfortable. This woman then asked me if I wanted to look through the glasses the other worker hadn't told me about and I declined. I liked the glasses, had places to go, and didn't want to prolong the nice saleswoman's embarrassment. I finished the transaction and selected the complementary decorative glasses case into which the saleswoman placed my glasses. Not long after we arrived at our destination, the sun came out. I reached into my bag, took the glasses out, and put them on. As we were walking, I began to feel like the glasses simply were not sitting right. I shifted them around and realized it wasn't that I hadn't put them on properly, the glasses were bent. My daughter, who had accompanied me on the outing, plucked the glasses off my head and put them on her head and said, "they're bent!" I was not happy to find that what I had bought was defective. My eyes are photosensitive and I was very uncomfortable in the bright sunlight. Luckily my daughter noticed a place with sunglasses for sale and I was able to get relief. The glasses were promptly returned to the case when my daughter handed them back to me and stayed in that case in my purse until I went back to Lind's. The following work week was busy, especially the day before I went to Lind's which was quite stressful. I woke up the next morning with a migraine and had my paralegal reschedule everything that day. Fortunately, my medication worked quickly, and I felt better by midmorning. I decided to take advantage of some gardening I had to do and spent a few hours in my grubby gardening clothes/sneakers. I had to go to the Ace to get more gardening supplies, so I decided to swing by Lind's to return the glasses. I was dealing again with the nice saleslady when that unpleasant woman intruded once again. Taking a moment to look me up and down, she said, officiously, "What's the problem?" I replied, "I am returning these glasses I bought Saturday, you were here when I bought them, do you recall?". She replied, "I do not recall you", in a snide manner. I went on to explain that the glasses were bent, which I discovered upon wearing them. I was able to buy a replacement shortly after the discovery and I was returning their glaases. She inspected the glasses and said, "they are scratched, pointing to the bottom corner section of one of the lenses, an area adjacent to the frame. I replied that I would not have noticed that as it was not in my field of vision, and they were worn for only minutes before they were returned to the case after discovering they were bent. Therefore, it would have been impossible for me to scratch them, but given that they were in a defective condition, perhaps the scratch occurred at the time they were bent. I was informed that I was not going to be given a refund at that time, and they would be contacting me. She took the glasses and left. I admit I was very angry about the way that I was treated, in public, with an accusation that I had somehow damaged the glasses and was not deserving of their refund policy. This is no way to treat a loyal customer of 20 years who has spent quite a bit of money in their store over the tenure of our relationship. I was later told I would not be refunded and could only have a store credit.

Friendly, neighborly staff, unique gifts, clothing and jewelry; this is Freeland's department…read morestore, and we love it! We purchase clothing here and gifts for family and friends, and luggage accessories for our travels. They also carry an original selection of masks, hand made by staff members, the proceeds from which go to local charities. The inventory changes with the seasons, so it's good to be on their mailing list to stay up with new offerings and sales. Have a watch, clock, or piece of jewelry to repair? This is where you go on Whidbey. Fun shop, good people, excellent service. Don't miss Lind's, if you're out Whidbey way!

Katie is the best! (Love Loki her shop pup too!) Love checking for finds here and usually have good…read moreluck.

Excellent selection of stylish women's clothing, Katie is very nice, the store is cute and chic,…read moreand I often trade my clothes in for credit so my nieces can shop here when they are on island. Prices are good.

These people will rip you off if given the chance. They don't honor their defective return policy…read moreand are disingenuous. Go somewhere that appreciates their customers and know how to treat a customer with courtesy and respect. To grab my defective vape cartridge, go in the back room for 10 minutes, then come out and tell me it works so I can't get an exchange but they can't show me it working is BS. I will never shop here again, (have done so for 5 years) and will recommend my friends and family don't either.

The staff appear friendly yet are prone to not listening and making assumptions, frequently…read moreexhibiting their insecurities. While it's unlikely I'll return, a small independent local business should not have its future derailed by star ratings, hence this 5 star "rating."

Friendly, great prices, great selection. What's not to love? This is a great local store near…read moreFreeland.

Keep an eye out for them, it's a bit off the main road. Look for the Realty sign…read more I went in to see how it compares to Oakland and SF stores. Pretty similar as far as flower goes. A different mix of manufactured items - edibles and the like. Some glassware the shelves. Prices comparable to California, but tax is bundled in, so less surprise at checkout.

A wonderfully cute, quiet collection of a little bit of everything. Peggy was very helpful and so…read moresweet! We will definitely be back!

I took a lamp here that I had tried (unsuccessfully) to rewire myself. The original design was very…read moreprecarious and when I took it apart, I found the previous owner had really crammed any and everything they could to get this lamp upright and working. They had cut the bottom open crudely with a soldering iron and left it open and jagged. The lamp was always crooked, wobbling, tilted, and never screwed tight so I thought I would definitely improve it after rewiring it but- I could not figure out how to put it back together and so it sat in pieces, my beautiful lamp, in the back of my car for years. I wish I had taken pictures of it before I brought it to Pat Eggings in a bucket. Just so you could see the stark comparison of my sad lamp reduced to nuts, bolts, vintage brown glass globes, bronze/brass pillars, to this sturdy, solid and completely restored piece of art. He even put a perfectly cut slab of masonite on the bottom to safely close the jagged opening that had been carved on the bottom. The price was very reasonable and I will happily come to them with all my lamp repair needs! Of course it's also a great place to shop for one of a kind antiques and collectibles. Thank you so much!

Awesome baby/kiddo consignment shop! We've been selling and purchasing with them for a few years…read morenow and love it. Great selection of clothes and gear, very organized, and family run. The woman and her daughter are both super friendly. We love visiting!

From the owner: We specialize in helping you find what you need while your kids play. We have a wide range of used…read moreand new children's clothing, toys, accessories and gear.

Talk about hit or miss. Frankly, it's like most thrift stores: a bunch of unpaid volunteers, with…read morelittle to NO knowledge about the stock, because, why should they know? They get new managers now and then, and it gets better, then not so much.

I have twice tried to donate furniture items, and I will never donate or shop at the store again…read more The overall attitude is that they are doing you a favor by accepting your donation - they are better suited to the Bellevue clientele than to Whidbey Islanders. After confirming by phone that they would accept my furniture item, I drove it up to Freeland to deliver it. I had to interrupt a woman sweeping the floor (twice) to get anyone to meet me at the delivery door. That person took one look at the item and rejected it out of hand, then walked away. This was NOT junk, and I readily found another local charity that was glad to accept my donation. My recommendation is to skip the bad attitude and bad service, and support a local charity that appreciates your support.

Senior Thrift in Freeland is more than just a place to find a good deal--it's a must-see spot on…read moreWhidbey Island. What you buy here helps fund key services like Meals on Wheels for local seniors and their caregivers through an organization called Island Senior Resources (ISR). The store is huge, taking up two floors, and it's a required stop for anyone visiting or living on South Whidbey. Unlike many big thrift stores that feel messy, Senior Thrift is exceptionally clean and neat. It's set up more like a high-end consignment shop than a typical warehouse. Everything is clearly labeled, and the items are usually in great shape, showing the high quality of donations, they receive. The aisles are wide, the displays are attractive, and browsing is a relaxing, fun experience. The store is packed with a huge variety of items in almost every category: * Clothes: You'll find high-quality, gently used clothes for men and women, often with designer brands mixed in, especially in their special "Pick of the Litter" area. Everything is sorted well, making it easy to find what you want. * Home Goods & Decor: This is the store's strong point. The two floors allow for a massive selection of furniture, dishes, small kitchen appliances, and unique decorations. A fun highlight is the dedicated Christmas Room, which is open year-round for holiday shoppers. * Books & Media: They have a good selection of books and media. Honestly, I REALLY come for the books. I could spend hours in the stacks searching for rare and vintage book on subject of interest to me as well as contemporary murder mysteries that I enjoy reading. While the prices are generally fair and reasonable for the quality (especially since your purchase is a donation), occasionally a large or antique item might seem a bit expensive. I recently found a large, chunky bracelet with the 12 signs of the zodiac carved into it for $400 and a beautiful Hamsa Hand for $75.00! But overall, you get excellent value for your money. The best part about shopping here is the mission. Every dollar supports Island Senior Resources, funding important services like ride programs for medical appointments, food delivery, and support for those caring for an older adult. The staff, mostly kind and knowledgeable volunteers, are extremely friendly and make the store a cheerful place to visit. Senior Thrift in Freeland is easily one of the best thrift stores on Whidbey Island. It wins because it has a great selection of goods, keeps everything perfectly organized, and directly supports a crucial local cause. If you want a fun shopping trip where your money truly helps the community, head straight to Senior Thrift. You're guaranteed to find a treasure and feel great about supporting local seniors

Huge, 2 floor thrift store! I've been passing this place every time I visit the island and finally…read morecaught them when they were open! I love thrifting while traveling because sometimes you find some great treasures! I had fallen for an local artists whimsical style and somehow found one of her pieces in this thrift store!!! And everything was on sale- so I got a functional piece of art (a soap dish) for $4! When I was in a gallery that very same day with her works priced $80 and up depending on the piece. Jump for joy please! And the staff here are wonderful- the cashier loved my find too.