Christmas gifts don't always have to be new to make people happy.

Here are some fun ideas for Christmas gifts that can be found in Hringrás and convenience stores across the country 🎄🎁

Clothing and accessories 👗

Used clothing, such as coats, dresses and accessories, can be found in thrift stores, whether it's a unique vintage garment or a high-quality brand product.

Old Cameras 📸

Film cameras and Polaroid cameras for photography enthusiasts, collectors or just a little nostalgia for Christmas presents.

Vinyl records 🎶

You can find a wide variety of albums for all musical tastes. What's better than opening a Christmas package with your favorite music on an album?

Books 📚

Whether it's classic novels, cookbooks, or biographies, books are a classic gift. Who doesn't love reading a book at Christmas?

Cards and Puzzles 🧩

Used cards and puzzles make great family gifts. They promote togetherness and joy during the holidays and are often found in good condition at flea markets.

A gift certificate that keeps on giving 💌

If you're unsure about what will make someone happy, a gift certificate could be a great solution.

Let's make environmentally friendly decisions when choosing gifts this Christmas.

Circular Christmas is the future and we create it together 💚 🌏

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      Where in the country can I find

      Thrift stores?

      Reykjavik

      • Hringekjan – Circular store with rental of sales space
        Location: Þórunnartún 2, 105 Reykjavík.
      • Hertex – A thrift store run by the Salvation Army that sells used clothing and other items.
        Location: Vínlandsleið 6-8, 113 Reykjavík.
      • Red Cross – Several stores with a wide selection of used clothing and items.
        Locations: Laugavegur 12, Kringlan, Laugavegur 116 and Þönglabakki 1.
      • The Bazaar – The Union of Icelandic Christian Mission Societies’ market.
        Location: Austurver, Háaleitisbraut 68, 103 Reykjavík.
      • The Shopping Mall – A retail space for clothing, accessories and household goods.
        Location: Laugavegur 26, 101 Reykjavik.
      • ABC Utility Market – Sells clothing, books and other items.
        Locations: Laugavegur 118, 105 Reykjavík; Nýbýlavegur 6, 200 Kópavogur.
      • Barnaloppan – Specializes in children's clothing and accessories.
        Location: Skeifan 11a, 108 Reykjavik.
      • Spúutnik – Vintage clothing and accessories store.
        Location: Laugavegur 28b, 101 Reykjavík and Kringlan
      • Kolaportið – Flea market with second-hand goods and gifts.
        Location: Tryggvagata, 101 Reykjavik.
      • The Golden Cat Second hand and vintage
      • Location: Austurstræti 8-10, 101 Reykjavík
      • Wasteland – Second-hand and vintage.
        Location: Ingólfsstræti 5, 101 Reykjavík.
      • Chat – Clothing rental.
        Location: Hallgerðargata 19-23, 105 Reykjavík.
      • Retail – A clothing retailer.
        Location: Smáratorgi 3, 201 Kópavogur.
      • The Antique House – Antique products for the home.
        Location: Þverholt 5, 105 Reykjavík.
      • Portið – Antique products for the home.
        Location: Auðbrekku 21, 200 Kópavogur.
      • My Gold - A circular shop with sales space for rent
      • Location: Smiðjuvegur 4a, Kópavogur
      • Mamma mia vintage - Vintage and second hand
      • Location : Bergstaðastræti 2, 101 Reykjavík
      • Elley - Second hand charity sale - Women's shelter
      • Location : East Beach 10, Seltjarnarnes
      • Material Supplier – Used office and industrial supplies.
      • Location: Skeifan 7, 104 Reykjavik.

        East Iceland

        Egilsstaðir

        • The Red Cross in Egilsstaðir – Flea market with used clothing and items.
          Location: Dynskógar 4, 700 Egilsstaðir.

        North Iceland

        Akureyri

        • Hertex – Convenience store with clothing and other items.
          Location: Hrísalundur 1b, 600 Akureyri.
        • The Red Cross at Eyjafjörður – A convenience market with a wide selection.
          Location: Þórunnarstræti 98, 600 Akureyri.
        • Upcycled – A store with stalls selling used clothing and accessories.
          Location: Sunnuhlíð, 600 Akureyri.

        Husavik

        • Red Cross in Húsavík – Shop with a wide selection of used goods.
          Location: Garðarsbraut 44, 640 Húsavík.

        Dalvik

        • Litla Loppan – A flea market with used clothing and other items.
          Location: Hólavegur 15, 620 Dalvík.

        Siglufjordur

        • Sigluvík Flea Market – Shop selling used clothing and accessories.
          Location: Siglufjordur.

        South Iceland

        Selfoss

        • The Red Cross in South Iceland – A flea market with a wide selection of used products.
          Location: Eyravegur 23, 800 Selfoss.
        • The convenience market in Selfoss Gagnheiði 32, 800 Selfoss

        Hveragerði

        • Location: Austurmörk 1-3, 810 Hveragerði

        Westman Islands

        • The Red Cross in the Vestmannaeyjar Islands – Utility market with an emphasis on social responsibility.
          Location: Strandvegur 50, 900 Vestmannaeyjar.

        Southwest Iceland

        Reykjanesbær

        • Hertex – Convenience store with an emphasis on sustainable consumption.
          Location: Hafnargata 50, 230 Reykjanesbær.

        Selfoss

        • The Red Cross in South Iceland – A flea market with a wide selection of used products.
          Location: Eyravegur 23, 800 Selfoss.

        Akranes

        • The Red Cross in West Iceland – A flea market with good clothing and other items.
          Location: Kirkjubraut 50, 300 Akranes.

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