The Magpie’s Nest

You know a place is worth going to if I got up early and went on the subway to Govan just to see this shop.
It’s so close to the subway which is ideal if you end up coming away with loads of items!
Stepping into The Magpie’s Nest is like going into an Aladdin’s cave of treasure — theres so much stuff! I love the amount of old crockery they have so if you love vintage looking teacups and saucers you will want to come here.
They have two shops and both are really close to each other, the other shop has bigger items like sofas, tables and wardrobes and showcases handmade crafty items from local talented people. I remember being really impressed by the low price for things, if you’re an up-​cycler you will have a ball in this shop!
The good thing about spending money here is that it’s all going to a good cause as they give out starter packs to people who are struggling to afford basic but needed items for their homes.

YES.
I would leave it at that but I’ll elaborate. Bloody cool charity shop like the thrift stores of old. In the Magpie’s Nest you can expect to stumble upon a wall full of chintzy tea pots (please don’t stumble into it and break them!), old cushions, vinyl, granny jumpers and basically anything that has survived over 30 years of household use.
And it’s all in great condition.
And it’s all in the region of £2 per item.
Have always managed to find some splendid (read: hideous) top that no one would wear unless they’ve got my craving for tacky 80s fashion throwbacks. Which, to be fair, a lot of people do, which is why vintaj shops in the west end charge £20 a pop.
Do yourselves a favour, get your ass down here and binge your vintage heart out on their glorious array of bargains. Or buy some of their fabric and get involved in the Make Do and Mend creative subculture that Glasgow seems to be all about at the mo.

Spot on… from vintage to straight forward second hand gear, this wee charity shop (linked directly to Starter Packs… google it) provides great gear at stupid prices.
‘Member when charity shops used to be reasonable places to pick up great wee bits and bobs? ‘Member when you just picked up some old clothes rather than classic vintage (ooch ma wallet) gems? Right, then the plan is as follows:
— Ass on unferground
— Ass off at Govan
— Quick wee walk
— Magpie!
Do it, then tell me how good it was.

The Magpie’s Nest is the most happening charity shop ever and it’s in Govan. It even puts some of those West End ones to shame.
Not only does it collect and sell the usual charity produce but it has a project called Starter Packs Glasgow. This project puts together packs of essentials household items for homeless who are aquiring permanent tenancies. They work through referals from housing officers, social workers etc. It’s such a great idea and a very worthy project.
Starter Packs Opening Times:
Monday — Friday 10.00am — 4.00pm
Please call prior to making donations by delivery.
The Magpie Nest also run the Magpie Eco Fashion. Here they offer tution in dressmaking but using only reclaimed, vintage and retro materials.
Not only do they have MEF but they have Fashion Workshop Classes too. They have a teacher/​designer Annie who will help you in learning fashion design. The price for classes is excellent at £10 a head and they will supply the fabric and the resources.
They also always have plenty events running from Rag & Bone Collections to Womble Up Your Scheme. Check their website for event updates.
And to top off what they can do they also have gorgeous Govan gals ‘Magpie Models’ for hire. Contact Magpie’s Nest for rates.
The staff are always friendly and very helpful, and if you can’t find what you’re looking for they’ll always check to see what’s in the back. They have never let me down.
Magpie’s Nest — not just any charity shop!