SHOPPING
Thrill of the Hunt
Where to score one-of-a-kind, offbeat, and handmade treasures BY LISA MOWRY Painted Tree Marketplace
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t takes patience and a trained eye, but is there anything better than scoring a serious bargain or that perfect, thoughtful gift? Gwinnett County is full of shops with interesting finds, whether you’re after a vintage keepsake, original art, or just a delicious morning snack.
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Vintage has never been more popular, with good reason. Upcyling, or reusing items rather than sending them to a landfill, is appealing to everyone. Head to Unique Treasures, a Snellville flea market open daily, to browse hundreds of items displayed in booths, from kitschy toys to heirloom silver. Get your groove on at Depot Records, a vintage music store tucked in downtown Lawrenceville that’s chock-full of vinyl records, cassettes, and memorabilia (including eight-tracks). Furniture, clothing, and jewelry with a past fill the booths at Ally’s Attic, a charming shop with locations in Lawrenceville and Snellville. 72 • EXPLORE GWINNET T
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