Thrifting is on the rise; here’s why [Video]

From clothes to books, even linens, there’s so much you can find at a thrift store. Research by Thread Up, an online consignment store, shows thrifting is expected to grow by 127% by 2026.

For Susan Martin, finding deals at the thrift shop is her favorite hobby. She has been thrifting for most of her life.

 “At least 40 years,” said Martin.

 It wasn’t until recently Susan noticed her favorite thrift stores were getting crowded.

 “People are finding what they need in thrift stores and especially families with children and for myself, I have noticed that there’s a lot of young people shopping,” said Martin.

So, what is causing this trend? The Arc and New Horizons Thrift Store say inflation is driving people to their stores.

“I really think that thrift is one of those industries that is kind of inflation-proof and recession-proof even. You know, people donate, and the tables turn, and …