Cobb Antique Mall — Attraction in Marietta

I asked the lady working in this mall if she could call one of the dealers to make an offer on an item marked $125. I wanted to make an offer of $85..she told me in a very rude manner that my offer was too insulting for her to make the call. The item does not belong to her, nor is it her right to decide for a dealer which "fair" offers are IINSULTING. She was simply lazy and unwilling to help me...I suspect she's also just a rude person by her general tone and body language. The economy, and especially the antique market is way too hard these days to treat regular buyers this way. Try to train new workers how to address price requests... In the antique business, it is commonplace to start haggling at half price. If your mall doesn't get that, maybe you're not doing you dealers any justice....and trust me..This mall is always getting new dealers who leave as fast as they come. By the way, I'm also a dealer In a different mall and I would be outraged if I found out all offers made for items were not told to me..... for ME to reject. Not some rude lady...

I had an uneasy time at this place. I went in looking for a sewing machine table which I did come across one. But as I was finishing up my browsing, I happened upon a bunch of confederate memorabilia near the checkout counter. I'm not easily offended and I didn't even give the section any further glance so it didn't bother me so much. What did bother me was the totality of my ignored presence at their store. No greeting upon entering, no offer of assistance while browsing, no greeting when I checked out (ended up purchasing some vintage sewing patterns), no further insight into a question and interest I had about the sewing table (which I was definitely interested in purchasing), and absolutely no "have a good day, thank you, or anything" after I paid. There were FOUR people behind the counter. I felt my business was not wanted and it made me feel a little guilty about the sewing patterns I bought. I should have kept my money. I will not be...

You need all day to appreciate this sprawling maze of treasures and curiosities.I don't care who you are,if you hate shopping, don't know anything about antiques it does not matter, you will find something to grab your attention here.And once you do..... I could just wander through here like I am on vacation.I have no idea how many independent dealers comprise this antique mall(don't worry I am sure a super smart person will tell us soon).The products offered are mostly good quality antiques,loved and shared by those that care to remember the "good old days". Every once in a while a cheap modern anomaly gets in the mix, like the red skirt from Shein,but it is still a marvelous space.Each. vEndor is responsible for their own displays and product pricing.You can never guess what you will find around the next corner but you will find it clean and great shape with a brain trust to tell you how valuable it...