The Resource Exchange

We're starting the year with wall-to-wall, on all sides, stacks + piles of reclaimed building materials! Including: rough sawn, scenic painted boards - the crew already made them look great for all kinds of rustic-look applications so you don't have to! various sizes of dimensional lumber (going fast!) tons of Homasote sheets (great for classroom & studio display walls or for soundproofing floors, walls and ceilings!) AdvanTech plywood... Lucite plexi offcut pieces in various sizes (need discounted barrier materials for your business?) stainless steel sheets salvaged from film set walls! Doors & windows! Why buy new?! Shop lumber, sheet good, & building materials in our online shop: https://theresourceexchange.org/shop-home/ #savedfromlandfill #phillymakers #creativereuse

The only thing better than getting photos from happy customers is... getting pics from happy pup-customers! Trixie approves of this chair her parents found in our online shop + was saved from a film set! Check out our other reclaimed furniture, decor, & more here: https://theresourceexchange.org/shop-home/ #phillyhome #phillythrift #savedfromlandfill

JUST IN Arches Watercolor Blocks! These are in pre-loved condition, but big thanks to our amazing eco-conscious donors for seeing their potential within our creative community Perfect for beginners, experienced artists, & everyone in between! Why buy new when you can reuse?! Shop online and schedule a contactless pickup for this weekend! For pricing, details, + availability: https://theresourceexchange.org/?s=arches&post_type=product... #savedfromlandfill #phillyartist #CreativeReuse

JUST IN: Super lovely cast iron railing panels saved from a film set! We're so glad these were diverted from landfill + we can't wait to see how they get reused within our creative community! For dimensions, availability, and pricing check out the product listing in the photo tag or through online shop here https://theresourceexchange.org//cast-iron-3-column-raili/ #savedfromlandfill #creativereuse #phillymakers

We love this scrap buster idea from re customer Georgeanne! Plant cover made using reclaimed fabric from the re because plants want to be cute, cozy, eco friendly too Reversible planter cover for a Christmas Cactus gift. Fabric was thrifted from The Resource Exchange lining was deadstock from my stash. You can shop reclaimed fabric remnants + yardage and schedule a contactless pick up in our online shop : https://theresourceexchange.org/product-ca/fabric-textil...es/ See more sewing projects on Georgeanne's IG page: https://www.instagram.com/i_sew_now/ #madeinphl #creativereuse #phillythrift

Cuuuuuute quilted coasters created with reclaimed fabric found at the re! Eli made this sustainable + oh so cheery set as a Christmas gift Why buy new?! Shop reclaimed fabric remnants + yardage in our online shop https://theresourceexchange.org/product-ca/fabric-textiles/ Want to share your latest creative reuse project? We’d love to see it! Send us an email with a photo + a brief description of what you reused/reclaimed/repurposed from our shop and we'll send you a discount code for 10% off a future in-store purchase as a thank you! [email protected] #creativereuse #madeinphl #phillymakers

"Philadelphians use about one billion plastic bags a year, which costs retailers about $20 million a year, according to Welde’s research. Banning them and encouraging customers to bring their own bags could technically eliminate that cost. Eliminating single-use plastic bags will also save taxpayer dollars. The city spends between $9 million and $12 million a year removing plastic bags from the streets, sewers, and waterways, according to the Clean Air Council. They also acco...unt for over 10,000 hours of lost staff time at recycling facilities. The plastics industry has been pushing the delay of single-use plastic-bag bans all across the country, arguing they’re safer than reusable bags during the coronavirus pandemic, but there is no scientific evidence supporting that statement. Scientists say the studies cited by the industry have questionable applicability. Read the full article here: https://whyy.org//environmentalists-cry-foul-as-phillys-/ Read here for "Updated Plastic Bag Ban Implementation Dates" and "Plastic Bag Ban FAQs": https://www.phila.gov/2020-12-30-updated-timeline-for-impl/

GREAT BOOK ALERT EcoArt: Earth-Friendly Art & Craft Experiences for Kids +Adults! This classic (raise your hand if you had this book in the 90's! ) is full of projects that use recyclable, reusable, household materials and/or items found in nature Learn how to make homemade crayons, clays, paper, finger paints, twig animals, egg carton crafts, rainy day drip paintings & more! "Nature's bounty becomes the tool through which children learn to respect nature, care for ...their environment, and preserve earth's fragile ecological balance-- all done while discovering their own artistic natures." Just one available in our online shop: https://theresourceexchange.org//ecoart-earth-friendly-ar/ #ecoart #ecocrafts #phillymakers

OK guys, it’s going to be a long winter. Have you considered breaking out a good book, lighting some candles, and hopping into a warm bath - as often as humanly possible? Speaking of which, you need to see this incredible bath tray repurposed by one of our customers from a baker’s dough tray found at the Resource Exchange! The tray was already the perfect structure and only needed to be sanded and sealed to transform into a really sick platform for all the things one might want at their fingertips whilst in the tub. #creativereuse #phillymakers #madeinphl

VIRTUAL OPENING of the Neon Museum of Philadelphia this Friday, Jan 15th at 7pm! Help our neighbors celebrate the virtual opening of their beautiful new space Details on their website: https://neonmuseumofphiladelphia.com//virtual-grand-opening #neonmuseumofphiladelphia #philadelphia #neon

ONE WEEK LEFT! Virtual Halloween is just around the corner and there’s still time to stop by the re for your creative reuse costume creations We have feathers, tulle, ties, props, hats, embellishments & so much more! We’re open TODAY, Saturday 10/24 from 11am to 5pm + tomorrow, Sunday 10/25 from 12pm to 4pm We’re open with limited occupancy, please call ahead to see if there is currently a wait 267-997-0060 #phillythrift #phillymakers #creativereuse

LIGHTING We have loads of new to us light fixtures available in-store at a fraction of the cost of buying new! Chandeliers, pendants, lampshades, & more check them all out in-store TODAY! We’re open this Friday with limited occupancy from 11am to 5pm, Saturday (11am-5pm), & Sunday (12-4pm) Call to buy or call ahead to see if there’s a wait: 267-997-0060 #phillythrift #phillyvintage #phillyhome

MIRROR MIRROR Now available in our online shop: the sweetest vintage mirror + vanity + seat set! You can find unique furniture and home decor added weekly browse from home 24/7 and schedule a contactless pick up appointment for this Friday or Saturday! For more photos & availability visit the product page: https://theresourceexchange.org//vintage-wooden-vanity-se/ Visit us this weekend we're open with limited occupancy every FRI & SAT from 11am to 5pm! ... #phillythrift #phillyvintage #theresourceexchange

Creative Reuse + Flowers = Magic from @hem_and_gather Bundle dye experiments with dyestuff that was foraged, homegrown, or picked from a friend’s wildflower meadow. All on muslin from @theresourceexchange . Reuse and reclaimed materials are perfect for experimenting with your craft! You can find reclaimed fabric by the yard and remnants in our online shop 24/7 or shop $1/lb fabrics, remnants, and yardage in-person! Visit us with limited occupancy this Fri & Sat 11a...m-5pm #theresourceexchange #creativereuse #madeinphl #phillyart

W-O-W A giant green awning + green shipping container sized THANK YOU to everyone who has liked, shared, reposted, & donated to our GoFundMe! We're blown away by the amount of support we've received from our amazing community this week and it has been incredible reading all your messages + what creative reuse means to you But we still need your help! Please: 1. Like, share, repost, & comment on this post (it helps make the algorithm happy!) 2. Share a post on your... page or story 3. Send the link directly with friends + family you think would love our mission 4. Consider starting a Facebook Fundraiser on our behalf 5. Visit us in person, so we can smile + wave at you! Visit our GoFundMe page here: https://charity.gofundme.com//the-resource-exchange-covid- #theresourceexchange #creativereuse #gofundme

The deadline is !!!!!TODAY!!!! Monday, October 19th! Check your status with the following links and register by 11:59pm to vote in the general election. #pavotes #phillyvotes #philadelphia

Extended weekend hours - we're open this Sunday 12-4! In an effort to sustain our organization and keep our creative reuse center safe & accessible to everyone in our community, starting this weekend we will be doing our best each week to extend our business hours to include Sundays 12-4pm. It is essential to our COVID Health & Safety Protocol to increase ventilation as much as possible with open windows + doors + fans. As we head into colder months, we're keeping our fing...ers crossed that weather, staffing levels, and case counts in our area will allow us to continue these expanded hours. To reduce exposure, we are limiting our occupancy so you can expect fewer people in the store, and possibly a wait outside. When visiting, please be mindful of seniors and immunocompromised members of our community that may be waiting outside and limit browsing time to accommodate those next in line. For more about our health & safety protocol visit our website: https://theresourceexchange.org/covid-updates/ #phillythrift #phillymakers #creativereuse

RECLAIMED VELVET Can you spot our fall time favorite fabric in this incredible hand stitched tapestry from @julia.sippel ?! Find these gorgeous burnout velvet remnants, sold by the ounce and by the piece, in store TODAY, Saturday 10/17 from 11am to 5pm and this Sunday, 10/18 from 12pm to 4pm! We’re open with limited occupancy. Please call ahead and we’ll be happy to let you know if there is a wait 267-997-0060 What will YOU find today?! #phillyart #madeinphl #phillythrift #creativereuse

We need your help. We are still here, but to be honest, we are hanging on by a thread and we need your support. Please consider donating any amount you can if you want to still see waste diverted from the landfill, or if you enjoy shopping at the store, visiting our gallery, taking our workshops, or generally want to support a local nonprofit making a big impact. The Resource Exchange Covid Relief Fund: https://charity.gofundme.com//the-resource-exchange-covid-... Visit our October Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/9a378a6dd307/2u1mc0glv2-8759460

Mid Century Modern Armchairs! These vintage cuties are in great overall condition featuring a wood frame and nailhead detail From Dubin Co in Philadelphia, PA. Why buy new when you can reuse?! Now available in our online shop browse online 24/7 and schedule a contactless pick-up for this Friday or Saturday 11am-5pm: https://theresourceexchange.org//vintage-mcm-dubin-co-arm/ #phillythrift #phillyvintage #theresourceexchange

Alto's Quiltcut Fabric Cutting System Cut fabric faster and with more accuracy with this Quilts for Kids Edition! Self healing mat measures 17x24 Why buy new when you can reuse?! Now available for purchase in our online shop: https://theresourceexchange.org//quiltcut-fabric-cutting-/ #phillythrift #phillymakers #phillyreuse

We LOVE Fall + Holiday Market Season Shop reuse at the re for YOUR next table set up, including these displays both with carrying cases now available in our online shop! Great for tabling, craft shows, events, & more Shop from home 24/7 and schedule a contactless pick up for this Friday or Saturday Or shop the re in-person! We're open with limited occupancy every Friday & Saturday from 11am to 5pm https://theresourceexchange.org/shop-home/ ... #phillythrift #phillyreuse #creativereuse

New listings added to our online shop every week, like these stacking metal chairs! Purchase online and schedule a contactless pickup for Friday or Saturday! Shop reclaimed furniture, home decor, materials & more from home 24/7 here: https://theresourceexchange.org/shop-home/ UPDATE: SOLD... #phillythrift #phillyreuse #phillyhome