Emmaüs, the big thrift store in Carmaux, is only open on Fridays.Like all thrift stores, it’s a magical place.I thought I’d take a break from watching the sky fallto share some of the pictures I’ve taken there over the years.Lots of these are available in the vintage fabric sectionan old farm implementKnitting supplies have their own areaAmazing laceI want all the buttons, but what would I do with them?Emmaüs is my regular source for threadThe six interior spaces have employees who set aside your choices and give you a chit on a little piece of paper. You take the chits to the cashier who tears off half and gives you back the rest so you can retrieve your items.There are so many tempting things to take homeThe linens are exquisiteSometimes the line at the cashier takes a long time.Sadly, Emmaus founder Abbe Pierre was accused of sexual misconduct and his name was removed from the organization.His presence in the many Emmaus shops and charities was ubiquitous, but all the posters and busts are gone now.His good works go on, though, regardless of his offenses.
Eve Neuhaus 
Never been – we need to go there one Friday. M
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I’m happy to go with you. I’m looking for a round dining room table, but you never know what you’ll find there.
Well those are interesting. a lot different from the “used” stores here. I can see how one could enjoying bringing some of those items home. – Carol
Thanks for the visit! I would definitely come home with
some treasures.
May all our good works go on despite our offenses!!Kathy Bornino
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