There's another way to save a buck during your holiday shopping -- shopping at second hand stores.

More and more people are shopping at second-hand stores where they can find the stuff they want for cheaper.

Consignment stores are also a way people are adding to their own wallets before the holiday season.

Michelle Vandermerwe has a lot of hanging up to do. The clothes keep piling in.

"I just got this pile today, that pile today, that pile today and these purses today that need to go out," said Vandermerwe.

Selling slightly used stuff to consignment shops like Moozies Closet is one way to make a buck, and now even more people are cashing in.

"I have some people coming in saying that they need money to pay bills," said Vandermerwe.

Donations are down, though, at places where items are just that -- a donation. With this economy, people are less apt to give away their stuff.

"We rely very heavily on customer donations. Donations are down considerably," said Pat Charlesworth, Habitat for Humanity resale store.

But, Habitat for Humanity's shop and other resale stores are banking with a big spike in buyers. Nowadays, who wants to spend a lot when you can find a good deal.

"You couldn't buy the yarn for what I bought this for. It's a very good article" said Marie Cavanaugh, who just bought a blanket.

As a reminder, you typically receive tax deductions for donating items to non-profit organizations.