Preloved at Initiative, Dalbeattie

11/06/2026

We have been donated a set of golf clubs this week. Please see photos below. Mostly Vantage brand. Please ask here or in shop if interested. £50

10/06/2026

Some special, vintage children's books have arrived in our book hub. Printed between the 1890s and 1940s, they were often given as prizes in schools and Sunday schools. They represent the typical children's literature of the time and are often beautifully illustrated.
My favourite is a 1921 edition of Kipling's Just So Stories illustrated by Kipling himself in a very nice leather cover. Come and have a look!

10/06/2026

We’ve gone a bit football crazy today as we decorated our window to show our support for the Scottish football team as they begin their participation in the 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP TOURNAMENT.
Please note that as most of the items have been kindly loaned we are unable to sell any items from the window.
The books previously on show in the window are all available in our Book Hub.

30/05/2026

We have two large ceiling light fittings new in. Please excuse the dodgy photos .. they are not easy to photo! One has 5 pendant lights . The other has 5 candle fittings and inside the shade. Please ask to see them as we have them in the back room. £20 each

30/05/2026

New in today… beautiful set of 10 Japanese engraved hi-ball glasses. A lovely way to elevate your G&T! Only £30 for the set.

25/05/2026

25/05/2026

We have some old chemistry and pharmacy text-books, dating 1940-1949. Obviously specialist subjects but nevertheless really interesting - in 1948 virtually all medicines were prepared from plants. The Textbook of Pharmacognosy explains in detail how to use them. Pharmacy students at that time, took a 6 months course in Latin to understand the dosage and frequency of the medicine as scribbled by the doctors! All these books are displayed in the book hub in the Initiative Shop. Feel free to come and browse!

20/05/2026

Our book window this week is a special treat for anyone interested in vintage racing motor bikes. In particular we have the "Motor Cycling Year Books from 1952 to 1956" in very good conditions. They are much sought after, and sell online at a considerable price!
If you prefer a different activity have a look at our "project books" to learn how to mend clocks, build a boat and other outdoor projects! Come and browse!

13/05/2026

Do you have spare plastic coat hangers? We are planning to have an outdoor event and need extra hangers. Please hand in at the Initiative Shop if you have any.

11/05/2026

Calling any saxophonists or keyboard players! We have a saxophone case in excellent condition and also a stand for a keyboard. Please contact if interested.