Seventh Avenue
Brooke’s The Appliance Experts
Bring your sewing machine (or vacuum cleaner) here for repairs, or just buy a new Brother LS 2125 for $99.99.
387 Seventh Ave., nr. 11th St.; 718-832-0055

Meshimar
Part Salvation Army, part junk pile, this is a rummager’s stop, but an electric guitar with an amp for $175 is worth hauling home.
433 Seventh Ave., nr. 14th St.; 718-499-5731

Néda
Moderately priced fashion by local and emerging designers, and occasional deals on unique jewelry, like three bangles for $32.
413A Seventh Ave., nr. 13th St.; 718-965-0990

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