Bartered Threads

Washington, DC, United States

4.6

Closed now

13 reviews

Accepts Credit Cards

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Telephone:
+1 202-810-4188
Website:
www.barteredthreads.com
Address:
3924 12th St NE, Washington, DC, DC, 20017
b/t N Randolph St & N Quincy St
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
0.4 miBrookland-CUA
0.6 miBus 80 con destino a National Museum Postal
1.1 miFort Totten
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Parking
Street, Private Lot
Bike Parking
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes

Today

Today 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (Washington, DC) 09:05 Wednesday, 4 June 2025

Business hours

Monday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Sunday –

Description

Specialties

Bartered Threads specializes in Affordable Resale Apparel and Home Goods for Men, Women and Children. Our items are handpicked and coupled with Pristine Customer Service and attention to detail.

We accept donations and pick up at your convenience. We also offer a bartering program for independent retailers to sell their items such as Art, Jewelry, Bath Products etc. at no cost to the merchant and all we ask that you pass the word about our store. Call for further details. We also offer space for lease for Pop Up Shops.

History

Established in 2012.

Bartered Threads was started in 2012 online by two sisters accepting consignment. In 2013 we opened a space in Patapsco Flea Market and started our first in person retail experience moving to donations to offer items at a lower price. Three months later we acquired our retail space in Brookland NE. We opened in May 2014. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Click link on Instagram in Bio for our interview.

Meet the Business Owner

Sisters T.

Business Owner

Native Washingtonians, Two sisters with a love of resale from their mother. Started online, then a Flea Market now our own Store. Come see 6 days a week.

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13 reviews of Bartered Threads

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Place rating: 4
Baltimore, MD
I really shouldn’t be writing this review.
Seriously. This place is so good, I’m not sure I want you all to know about it. Because giving this place a glowing review will get the word about their amazing selection, lower-​than-​dirt prices, and incredibly friendly and helpful staff out there. Next thing you know, everyone will be shopping there, which, of course, means I won’t be able to snag the awesome clothes that I like from them.
Granted, for all the positives this place has (and trust me, what I said above doesn’t even scratch the surface), it is rather small. Also, like most thrift and second-​hand stores, the selection is carefully curated, but the caveat is that your selections are going to be limited by the stock. Apart from these two minor issues, the place is an absolute must.
I am le highly recommend.
Place rating: 5
Washington, DC
This is one of those little gems that you find, but you want to be selfish and keep it to yourself. I made the trek over to Bartered Threads after a friend told me that he found a cool t-​shirt. I decided to go and check it our for myself. The shop itself is very cute. It’s not particularly large, but the shop owner has done her best to maximize the small space. The service was excellent! I was promptly greeted and given an overview of the business. I believe the woman working inside was also the owner, she was pleasant and helpful without being overwhelming. While I did not walk out of there with a unique find, I will certainly be making a visit to the shop again.
Place rating: 4
Washington, DC
Since Bartered Threads is in the same block as San Antonio Grill in Brookland, we stopped by just before 7pm one weekend evening after an early supper. Since items are donated, the prices are lower than consignment and I challenge anyone to leave the store without finding something they like. We got a tie, a coat and some china all for less than $ 30 as there was a 20% off discount sale going on. There are lots of shoes and clothes that have been handpicked for sale apparently from donated drop-​offs (and presumably from people cleaning out their closets and not wanting to fill up landfill!). While it’s not like Goodwill as it’s a for-​profit, they do apparently donate what they don’t sell to local charity and to needy families. And the staffperson was super friendly and helpful. Wheelchair accessible (narrow doorway), including the changing area (which is a curtained off corner). No bathroom available as best i could see. I’ll be back and glad I don’t have to drag myself over to Secondi in Dupont Circle to satisfy my frugalista clothing shopping urges!
Place rating: 3
Washington, DC
This is a nice little thrift shop with the friendliest service ever. The selection is small because the space is small – about the size of a living room – but the prices are reasonable and the clothing is in good condition. I wish they had a bigger selection of jewelry and shoes (some of my favorite items to pick up in thrift stores), but I would definitely come back to take another look around.
Place rating: 5
Temple Hills, MD
I found amazing gently used items at Bartered Threads. The prices were great considering the great quality of the clothes. The customer service was very warm and inviting. I’ll definitely shop here again and again and again!
Place rating: 5
Temple Hills, MD
I hate shopping 2nd hand stores because I have low patience. I find no joy in sifting through a bunch of junk to find nice stuff. That’s exactly why I fell in love at Bartered Threads. Everything is so well merchandised in this shop!!! The clothes are sized, neat, clean and fashionable! I have found several key pieces here! Definitely stop by and check it out for yourself! It’s my new «go to» spot when I want an inexpensive great find!!!
Place rating: 5
Waldorf, MD
Bartered threads is one of the BEST consignment/​thrift boutiques in the DMV. You are sure to leave with a great buy every time you visit. The store is chic and the customer service always goes above and beyond the norm. Stop by today! You won’t be disappointed.
Place rating: 5
Temple Hills, MD
Been to this store a few times and I always find something in my size (18+). Just started a new job and got some great pieces to wear to work… The owners are great and always pleasant to talk to. Great prices, super cute store.
Place rating: 5
Washington, DC
The owners are great! The store is cute, clean and well organized! The items in the store are in excellent condition. Most of all the prices are very very affordable. It’s definitely my go to store.
Place rating: 4
Washington, DC
I love this place. The hospitality, the layout, and the friendliness invites you to come back for more and more. Anytime I leave bartered threads, I marvel at the wonderful time I had talking to the ladies, trying on clothes, and finding truly wonderful pieces for a bargain. The owner is an amazingly beautiful, inspiring woman, who after years of federal government service opened this family-​owned business where her mother, daughter, and sister can be found helping guests, offering advice, and laying out clothes. I am so glad this gem is in the neighborhood. Some of the pieces I have found included a genuine lambskin leather blazer sold for $ 12! A tweed skirt suit for about $ 22, a silk blouse, some slammin’ tommy hillfiger sandals, and two cute blazers. It is also very easy and no hassle to donate clothes when yoi are switching seasons and cleaning out your closet. I love bartered threads for the atmosphere and for the low price point. You can’t beat it.
Place rating: 5
State College, PA
i just discovered this gem! i even walked out w a pair of jeans that actually fit. small shop, well selected 2nd hand threads to enjoy. v small kids section. will be a return shopper, for sure!
Place rating: 5
Washington, DC
Great service and prices. A nice variety of women’s clothing and shoes. Found a nice pair of boots for fall today for $ 18.
Place rating: 5
Washington, DC
Tameka and Tonia owners of this establishment are very nice ladies! They have nice pieces lightly used and a few new. Everytime I visit I find something nice. This spot is very inviting and enlighting. I have purchased a couple of pieces. If you are looking for lightly used like new pieces!