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Hi, I’m Emily — and I’m Thrifting My Way Through Sonoma

I’m new to Santa Rosa and started this guide while exploring local thrift shops one coffee-fueled Saturday at a time. I believe the best finds already exist — we just have to know where to look.

When I moved to Santa Rosa, I did what we all do in a new city: searched for good food, good coffee, and a thrift store that didn’t feel picked over by 9AM. I kept thinking there had to be more—the kind of places where you can actually find a sweater that feels like you, or a piece of glassware your grandma would approve of.

The thing is, Sonoma County is full of those spots. They’re just not always easy to find, and no one’s really talking about them in a way that feels honest or helpful. So I started visiting shops, slowly and intentionally, paying attention to the experience as much as the finds:


Is this a place where you want to linger?
Is there a bathroom?
Do you need cash?
Is it treasure-hunt chaotic or color-coded calm?

Because let’s be honest — thrifting is part adventure, part strategy, part patience, and part just showing up with the right energy.

I believe the best things already exist — and they don’t need to cost full price to feel special. I love supporting local shops, reusing what already has a story, and enjoying the fun of the hunt without pressure.

This guide is for anyone who loves the process as much as the find:
locals, new arrivals, slow Saturday wanderers, treasure hunters, and people who just like to browse and touch fabrics as a form of therapy.

If that’s you, welcome.
Let’s go find something epic — together.

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FAQ

  • The directory shows you every thrift, vintage, and consignment shop in Sonoma County. The premium guide gives you curated picks, strategy, restock insights, and the best routes. Together, they help you shop faster, smarter, and score better finds.

  • There’s nowhere else online that shows all Sonoma County thrift, vintage, and consignment locations in one place—along with what each store actually carries. No guessing, no wasted trips. Just clear info that saves you time so you can spend more of it thrifting.

  • You can grab individual store guides for just $1 each, or get the full 30+ store Sonoma Thrift Guide for $19. The complete guide gives you everything you need to thrift like a local: detailed store breakdowns, what each location is best for, restock patterns, pricing expectations, and suggested itineraries tailored to different thrifting styles. It’s your shortcut to finding the best deals, the best stores, and the best days to shop.

  • If you spot a store closure, new opening, or detail that needs updating, just use the contact form to send a quick note. Your input helps keep the directory accurate for everyone.