21 Thrift Shops in 4 Hours! Resellers Thrifting for Profit!

21 Thrift Shops in 4 Hours! Follow two full time resellers as they take a road trip thrifting for profit!
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Hi! My name is Mel (aka) Back from Burnout! And if you’re a reseller wanting to learn how to sell on eBay and how I run a successful eBay business selling second hand items from the thrift store then this is DEFINITELY the place for YOU! On this channel, I upload 2-3 videos a week surrounding topics such as tips for selling on eBay and how to make money selling stuff on eBay. I help you get a better understanding of what it's like being a full time eBay reseller and I'll show you what I do all day as a eBay reseller in my weekly reselling vlogs. And I basically answer any and all questions any eBay resellers may have who are looking to grow their eBay business!

[@Popularpulp]

20 Thrift Stores in one day! Tom is my kind of Guy!!

[@backfromburnout]

He's a beat to thrift with, it's exhausting ha ha

[@sorcererstan]

I can't decide which is more fun -- watching you buy books or watching you stuff your face! LOL

[@backfromburnout]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 best! I feel like I’m always eating!!! Got to share the love so everyone now goes and craves cream puffs 🤣🤣

[@Beardkingpicker]

😂

[@PitterPatter100]

Apple turnovers are the BEST!

[@kouta8796]

You and Tom make such a great couple, im glad you have found love again 👍

[@dan4704]

Mel, love you videos!!!! Next video should be you and Tom dating and telling us the scoop.❤❤ 17:32 ❤

[@backfromburnout]

🤣🤣🤣

[@wendyt23]

Love the thrifting road trips you get up to. Thom walks into a store like he’s the terminator 😂

[@backfromburnout]

He’s on a mission to visit as many shops as we can in the time we have :) He’s a go getter.

[@danthemaninfierno]

Give me your vinyl, CDs and your motorcycle....

[@haroldsicilian]

Poor Tom was just trying to have a Little Mermaid moment with that boat. 😂😂

[@backfromburnout]

Ba ha ha and I thought he wanted titanic lol

[@starrwinter]

I love Mel and Thom adventures 🥰

[@backfromburnout]

Yay thank you!!

[@shawnmariemann]

I love that you can make money off of current books in Australia the way you can. Here in the US we have Amazon and other cheap book outlets and its just hard to make a go of it unless you go vintage. Fun trip to watch, thank you!

[@stevedavenport1202]

The used market is super saturated..hard to turn a profit here, no doubt.

[@tamichaffee932]

Finally!! A new video... I've started rewatching older videos cuz I love your content!!

[@backfromburnout]

So sorry I’ve had a lot going on in home life. I have a back log here waiting to edit! I’ll try for 3 this week!!

[@tamichaffee932]

Aww... just from following you I knew that probably played into it... no worries ❤ Take care of yourself & your family first!

[@kathylesage6932]

Happy birthday. Tom's a keeper💖💖💖💖

[@backfromburnout]

He is ♥️

[@arama06318]

Okay, my son is a 21-year old and has an Asperger’s Autism disorder from the Philippines; he really sourcing some books and magazines on online platforms when he started before COVID sprung last March 2020, and as of the moment he was very a habit for him; he mainly sourced his items from thrift stores; used bookstores and free library and posted on such platforms (in Southeast Asia they have Lazada or Shopee) if they are on a very profitable and care for some people searching some specific things they buy

[@lindaglijnis5105]

Thank you for taking us along on your trip. Enjoyed it very much ! Can we see what you all picked up ?

[@backfromburnout]

Thank you!

[@LazieJane]

Was that a skippy dvd . My favourite TV program as a child. To be fair we didn’t have a lot of choice as there were only three channels and we had a black and white TV.

[@backfromburnout]

Yes skippy!!! I loved that when I was a kid! I was excited to find it 🤣

[@nickythethriftygramma]

Another great video Mel! Thank you for always taking us on your adventures 🚙Your choice of background music is perfect. I've decided, everyone needs a Tom 😊He's a great thrifting buddy and a cutie pie. Since watching your interview video with Tech I've been trying to be more choosy with what I pick up. I see you're being more mindful on what you're picking up too, isn't that so hard lol. I want to pick everything. I know that your interview with Tech was so informational for alot of us and alot of us needed to hear those things. Oh my goodness, 21 thrift stores in one day 😳 I would be exhausted lol. I think a thrifting trip like that would be so fun! Ok, I'm off to go list my plethora of sweaters. Gotta get ready for cold season. Thanks for the great videos Mel. It's nice to see other women kicking butt in reselling💪

[@backfromburnout]

Thank you so much for such a lovely comment. x

[@TalbotCountyPicker]

Great video!! Love the ride alongs..

[@Beheimyth]

16:42 OMG I was screaming at the screen " GO IN THE BOAT" I want to see Tom in that boat!!!! :)

[@backfromburnout]

🤣🤣🤣

[@angelsvintagetreasures]

Fun shopping trip. Thanks for taking us along.

[@farmlifethrifter5732]

Wow! Y'all packed a lot into a weekend. Loved the lunch by the water

[@kokoloveslife87]

This was so fun! Thanks for taking us on this adventure!!!

[@shaysbub]

It is very entertaining watching you both op shop! Thanks as always for sharing your reseller journey with us 😊

[@rockchicavids]

What fun!!! And 👍👍 for Tom! I ❤ Graffiti art too!

[@joanprince733]

Great to see a new op shop video. Such self control you had. Less work more money. Great to see you having fun whilst working. Looking forward to your next video.

[@backfromburnout]

Thank you Joan! I enjoy the road trips. I feel like I get a mini holiday while also working :)

[@LeighMerrydayPorch]

Love the little details on Australia!

[@a.rThriftingBali]

Very nice video. I really like books. Thank you for showing me so many books.

[@gloriaprimeau7318]

Loved the video

[@CountryCreekBoutiqueIndiana]

Hi Mel! I watched the video with Paul & he led me to you ❤️ I loved watching this thrifting haul - you & Tom do so great together! Enjoy 😊

[@kimcrockett-whelan7733]

Hi Mel, Im a Novacastrian and I loved this vid!! You even showed me a few op shops that I wasnt aware of up here. You need to do more of these 21 op shops in 1 day vids. I loved it!

[@LLStacheLarry]

Great video I did real good on the warhammer books I had. If I see them again I well pick them up.

[@gaylewallace5860]

I’ve gotta ask , is Tom your partner? Or just your op shop partner?This is none of my business of course but I’m picking up a vibe here ❤. Love the vids , love your self control in not buying just because, we’ll done Mel. I’m going to try and follow your lead when I’m out op shopping 😅

[@sporton1977]

They do make a cute couple and work well together! 😊

[@kkinion]

Inquiring minds want to know. Lol

[@libertyhinkle1346]

I was wondering same thing ! Love the videos Mel! ❤

[@erinlemke4031]

Came to the comments to see if I can find out if they are together too. 😂❤

[@charlotteuptown]

I was thinking the same thing and saw the replies but no answer :( love your videos and wish there were more book you tubers always fun to watch when packing up orders

[@traceewolf1142]

I saw you first on the Philly Flipper, now I love your videos!

[@chrisboudan1471]

Wow great video. I live in newy. So cool to see and Tom hitting my local OP Shops. Wish I seen you guys in the wild.

[@zelmabyrn2115]

Awesome video Mel! Thom was smiling quite a bit, i am glad, cause he does have a lovely smile. Anyways, heavenly swifting day, 21?..wow! Glad you walked away from those low end typed books. I wouldn't get in that little boat either, lol 😮.. loved the lunch by the lake. With those sea gulls, its eat at your own risks! 😊 had to say awesome job on the editing and choice of music! blessings!

[@RobinL4715]

Next time you come to the US, check out a set of book thrifts in Niantic CT called the Book Barn- thousands of books! Fun to watch you and Tom thrift together- funny to see that Salvation Army is Salvos and St. Vincent de Paul I’d Vinnies.

[@KellyAnotherAdventure]

You have so many cool bookish places to choose from near you! I'm definitely finding the better book options in my local area are running short and I'm now having to figure out what's further afield (in addition to sourcing online). I've also found a relatively local monthly book fair so I'll be trying that next month too.

[@Chefonfire124]

I'm so glad you picked up those warhammer books. They can go for some really good money especially the hardback ones.

[@backfromburnout]

Definitely! I knew straight away I wanted them but I was searching for higher pricing. Couldn’t believe my luck at $1 each.

[@traceytheisen8067]

Love how you show the scenery and interesting buildings. Most of us I’m sure are from all over the world so the food and locations are really enjoyable as much as the thrifting Great job sticking to your baseline, it can be so tempting to get off track!

[@liannehill748]

That was a great trip - I have managed 11 charity shops in one day. Tech will be proud of you sticking to the higher profit books. I really want an Apple turnover now - good job it is night time and the local bakery is closed.

[@spiriofmanu]

Great couple ❤

[@Panzer-xi5uj]

Great video Mel really enjoyed it 😊 you and thom are great double act 😊👍 food looked lovely

[@backfromburnout]

Thank you so much 😁

[@mickcrisp2854]

Another excellent vlog. Tom seems to be mellowing, he actually smiles a couple of times! We went on holiday to a place with 46 charity shops. Filled the car with stuff and our pet dragon was worried he may have to travel home on the roof. He suggested leaving my wife's mobility scooter behind! He can be ruthless sometimes can our Waverley!

[@dawn.cheripaul3168]

From strength to strength xxx cheri

[@gayenapier]

Loved this Mel!! Such an engaging video. You guys must have been so exhausted after that epic op shop trail. Another great video xx

[@backfromburnout]

It was a big day! We had to go so fast between stores in the time we had.

[@seasqrlzpix7436]

Tom is your lightning rod, keeping Mel and Co. "whole!" Good to see you collaborating and so candid your pie~hole stuffing with de~lish..! Baked goods!😋👍🐿Keep up the collaborating and content!😊👍🐿

[@judyfairles-ch9xt]

Yay, so happy to watch a new video, thanks Mel! 30,000 subscribers! Paul mentioned today that you were close and you did it.

[@backfromburnout]

Yay he’s the best!!!

[@Nana_Tink]

You did excellent staying on book choices. Lunch looked amazing, that bird 😂🤣😂. Beautiful place you're staying too.

[@backfromburnout]

😊 thank you! How funny the bird flew into the restaurant and the bartender caught it! I'd be too scared to grab it, it was also biting his finger quite hard!

[@alishataylor2446]

Great blog Mel. I enjoy going on your adventure.

[@backfromburnout]

Thanks so much 😊

[@karentingler4937]

Thanks from VA!

[@backfromburnout]

Our pleasure!

[@ldaniel5177]

I really enjoyed this, you videos are so fun

[@backfromburnout]

I'm so glad! Thank you so much!

[@BusyBeadBoutique]

Love seein' you so happy! Love the video too! =)

[@backfromburnout]

Yay! Thank you!

[@MichelleReadsandVlogs]

Congrats on 30k subscribers Mel! 🎉

[@backfromburnout]

Thank you so much!

[@danafindwell]

I love you and Tom thrifting together!! Thanks for an amazing video, Mel, i love going to all these interesting places across Australia. 🥰

[@backfromburnout]

Thank you for watching!

[@Scorcher62]

Great to see you at Forestville BF again Mel, and welcome to my world at Hornsby & Asquith.... prices are insane. The only cheap thing at the Fusion one at Asquith is the free Bibles on the way out ;) .

[@backfromburnout]

Oh I missed those ha ha

[@ArtJourneyUK]

Ooo you are Tom are getting touchy feely 😉

[@chappy675]

Can you believe how your life has changed since you moved to that warehouse! Thank you for taking us along for the ride. You need to tell Thom to stay in his own lane and stick to selling CD’s and DVD’s and not get into books. That’s just wrong. And to quit running ahead of you like he’s in a race. Stay by your side and open the door for you and let you walk in first! Be a gentleman!!!

[@backfromburnout]

Thom’s been selling books a long time and he and I work together like a team with them. He has double the amount of book listings in his store then what’s in mine! There is plenty for both of us. He is also often in front of me because I hang back filming the fronts of the stores or talking to the camera etc. He is very much a gentleman, always carrying my heavy bags of books I buy, taking my post to post office, has my car seat warmer on waiting for me etc He’s a good one :)

[@lisas5913]

That Apple Turnover looked delish 😋

[@recommercedave]

Great video Mel. I will have to remember the early morning start for the book fair next time. Congratulations on hitting 30K its been really great watching your KZbin journey - you will have to do a live to celebrate. PS. You have trained your driver quite well 🤣🤣🤣 (sorry Thom )

[@backfromburnout]

Thanks so much! You have been following me a long time and I appreciate the support Dave! I probably am due for a live soon! I will work out when I might be able to do one :)

[@GuineaPigStuff]

Oh my goodness - you were at the Vinnies I go to, the op shops ...... all of them. Would have been a hoot to meet you there!

[@katsaussiecloset]

You make thrifting road trips look so fun! I need to find a road trip buddy here in Adelaide 🙂 As always, love your videos!

[@backfromburnout]

You should! It’s so much fun with someone else!

[@lqdinfo6200]

Congrats 🎉 on 30K subs! 😊 Happy for you and Thom! Keep up the great work 👍! We are liquidating our inventory and planning to move soon, so we want less stuff! Lol Also we want to increase our asp to $40 per item, which means combining similar items! Lotting up low asp items as well! I look forward to your videos 📹! We are everything sellers! Have a great week 👍! Joe Bee 🐝 from 🇨🇦 🍁 🇨🇦 Canada! Thom is your man! Lol 😅😊😊😊

[@BeingEmilie]

I know you have had a tough year but it looks like you are happy and its really great to see

[@backfromburnout]

Thank you! A tough year that has also been filling with blessings.

[@lin90210]

Oh yeah skippy the Bush kangaroo! I forgot about that! We had it in the UK

[@Mrs-Resell]

Great video Mel! I did noticed however that when you comp those books you look at the brand new ones on sales comps..is that right? I have only ever comped on the 2nd hand books..🤔

[@jellen7332]

someone is eyeing your food!! you have helped tom's disposition ... he actually smiles now!! win win

[@backfromburnout]

He is getting used to me having the camera in his face all the time and he is very supportive of me filming everything we do. 🩷

[@bethelin]

Love watching your videos Epic job not just buying

[@backfromburnout]

Trying to be much more selective

[@rachelgriffiths1]

First time watcher here and this was the next reel after I watched the warehouse video. Thought I would keep watching when Newcastle was mentioned. I was blown away when you guys got to The vacant block with the graffiti before store 16. We had a house fire on that block in 2019!! We rarely go into Newcastle now so this was really interesting to see!

[@backfromburnout]

Oh wow! That’s pretty cool! Welcome to my channel and thanks for watching!

[@seasqrlzpix7436]

Mel... Looking forward to more entertaining Back From Burnout content while I'm on the mend.😊👍🐿

[@backfromburnout]

More to come! I need a week to catch up just on editing now!

[@LauraBellaX]

Salt and pepper calamari is my favourite dish too Mel ❤ My mouth was watering 😂 xx

[@backfromburnout]

So good! It's my absolute fave!!!

[@davidnorton7464]

Quality merchandise sir We haven't done an opp shop run since the 97 Garage Sales in Trafalgar 😅 There's a tiny Vinnies minutes from the Carrum Downs Vinnies in Austin rd Seaford.

[@christinaalvarez332]

Woo hoo!! You smashed it! 🥳 You did an amazing job restricting yourself to only the best books!

[@backfromburnout]

Yes I’m really trying to make changes

[@lozzieburger]

Loved it! Hope you do more of the same thrifting videos. ❤The most op shops I’ve done in one day is about 10. Honestly, after that I just get a bit punch drunk and can’t really focus on the books anymore! It is really more fun if you have someone else to go with (another reseller would be even better).

[@backfromburnout]

It was a lot and we were on a time schedule to get back so we couldn't slow down. Thom was determined to hit his goal of 20 ha ha You're right, it's so much more fun to thrift with someone else. We really enjoy the little trips away. It feels like we get a reward and a break but also continue working at the same time. It's the best of both worlds!

[@biffboffo]

Lunch on the water looked amazing. Always show the food.

[@backfromburnout]

It’s all about the food ha ha.

[@KTTreasures]

Hey Mel and Tom! Here to support and send some love! Lets see what ya got!

[@backfromburnout]

We love you guys! Thanks for watching guys! Hope you're feeling better Kristie xx

[@ianjresells]

Get in that boat! Lol. I've never seen a Thermomix book in the wild to this day! 21 thrift shops in one day, that's heavy going! Thom's always racing off in front Lol 😂 Nice video, thanks!

[@backfromburnout]

I sell a lot of thermo books and some sell for higher than others but I’ve never seen this one before. No way I’m getting in that tiny boat! 🤣🤣🤣 Thank you Ian for being one of my longest ever subscribers and being part of this 30k ride with me. You’re a wonderful supporter of my channel and I thank you.

[@kmc1985]

1. Congrats on 30k! 2. Couple goals! 😍🥰❤️

[@backfromburnout]

Thank you!!

[@ornzwa]

Ah you were in my neck of the woods! Central coast! Congrats on the 30k Mel! Come a long way.

[@backfromburnout]

Oh wow, beautiful area! We will be back again in the near future!

[@user-pn6sl1bk2s]

So proud, leaving empty handed when needed, and its not easy. Oh My fish and chips look really really good

[@backfromburnout]

It's hard and sometimes you have to go hunting in many stores to find the right things. Reselling is a grind!

[@kathrynconard2905]

So I know my opinion doesn’t mean anything but I have to tell you how proud of you I am!!!!!!! I’m a kids clothing reseller so I know how it feels to be berried in a death pile and you are just doing wonderful!!!! 🏆

[@backfromburnout]

NAaw thank you so much!!

[@Beardkingpicker]

I haven’t been to a book fair in ages I really need to get back at it! Also I need one of those wheel book carts you have 🛒 also congrats on 30k

[@backfromburnout]

I love my cart! Thank you so much

[@mrststreasures9628]

that squid may be that gulls favorite thing too hahahaha the fish and chips looks sooooo good!!

[@backfromburnout]

It was delicious! And there is nothing better than eating it by the water with a view!

[@mrststreasures9628]

@@backfromburnout no water or views in Akron Ohio hahaha 🤣

[@darleneaitken1620]

That was fun!

[@backfromburnout]

I’m glad you liked it, thanks for watching!

[@ijustmakecomments9816]

I work a corporate job, but you've inspired me to consider doing something with my free time to earn a few extra dollars. Good content

[@GrandmasGonnaFlip]

hello Mel, Paul made me subscribe lol. WTG on 30k subs. I have watched his video's for awhile now, so I feel like I know you. Can't wait to watch yours. Best of luck always! From Oklahoma.

[@backfromburnout]

Thanks for the sub! Paul is awesome!

[@GrandmasGonnaFlip]

@@backfromburnout your welcome. Totally agree with ya!

[@DaveRepairs]

well that was good run - interesting ambulances, not anything like ours - yes 20 , done that before and is what we gonna do in the UK? - notice no electronics or CRTs TVs , boo.. - yes mcdonalds is changing, we got a few cube ones like that now but no spare rooms that i know considering Pickup is now a major thing as the couriers sit on quarter of the tables and get in the way.

[@catherinefoster4254]

Awesome video Mel! I loved it! Congrats on sticking to your metric and only buying a few good books. You two make a great thrifting duo!

[@backfromburnout]

Thanks so much!! It's so much more fun to thrift with someone else!

[@lindaglijnis5105]

I realy enjoyed this thrifting trip ! The stores looked so organised . You spend your time and money wise !!

[@sAriesFFF]

Weird seeing you in my locals but happy to see you walk out empty handed as well and that I wasn't passing over anything I shouldn't have been.

[@backfromburnout]

Ha ha, next time we come your way let's catch up!

[@gramajulietreasureadventur1104]

What a wonderful trip... Congrats on the shelving units...and...Horus Heresy !!! BINGO...I BOUGHT 36 Warhammer 40k books in New Condition, averaging $55.00 each I sell at least 1 per day. Rumors are that they want to make a Warhammer Movie...They get more Popular each day...Good Luck. Authors Dan Abnett & Graham Neill are two of best, all of the series are Great. Good Luck.

[@MrDoinfine]

34:36 On the shelf to the left there were some vintage horror paperbacks, among them Bad Brains by Kathe Koja, which goes for pretty big money.

[@backfromburnout]

Oh damn I missed those! I’ve sold them before also!

[@VideoArcade]

A++++ edit here with audio. Perfect perfect perfect.

[@backfromburnout]

Thank you!

[@AgathaAndAlan.B]

Congratulations on 30k 🎉

[@backfromburnout]

Thank you!!

[@user-wt3uu7re5s]

I live in Newcastle, would have been great to bump into you. There are quite a few more Op shops that are a bit better so next time you head this way let me know and I will give you a list.

[@terryl.cooper]

There's a Goodwill here in town. They had this bad habit of printing out listings of items for what they were being sold for on eBay. What they are LISTED for is not what someone is willing to pay for! No one bought those items. They were way overpriced. They are worth what the buyer is willing to pay and not a penny more.

[@michellebaily-defina644]

Also, Ebay is all over the world not in your town. The chance of something selling at that price has to have right buyer. Anyway Same thing happened in my area in a shop- not a goodwill- I was like good luck. They are now closed.

[@terryl.cooper]

Good lord! There are Australian cookbooks being SOLD for $8300 each!?!? WTH? WHO is spending that much for ONE book???

[@debbiehenricksen1897]

Great video guys. You two look so pretty cosy together. A little tap on Thom's backside 😊😊

[@backfromburnout]

Lol he loves it 🤣

[@marketplaceboutique6957]

Amazing!! 😃👏👏👏

[@backfromburnout]

Thank you! 😃

[@eddinsssx2667]

Noone is talking about the guy who randomly caught a bird. bahahahaha

[@backfromburnout]

Ha ha, it was biting his finger hard also!

[@ph08ghogha94]

Nice video Mel!! Just wondering if you make enough money at the end of the month to cover the rent of the warehouse?!!🤣🤣

[@bethschroeder2482]

So I know you Aussies use abbreviations for everything. But to actually see Salvos on the sign made me giggle.

[@backfromburnout]

The UK refer to is The Salvation Army. We slag it to Salvos 🤣

[@traceytheisen8067]

That’s clever, I had no idea Salvo was Salvation Army!

[@denisefleming3919]

Great video once again. Thank you! Ive come to the conclusion Tom is a big old grumpy teddy bear. Grumpy but sweet and cuddly at same time. Til next time...

[@brush412]

Yessss lol

[@lynwebb1569]

Oh yum how on earth do you stay so slim😂love watching you fellas trifling ❤

[@backfromburnout]

I might not be for much longer 🤣🤣

[@patriciakromrei5466]

I love Marion and her Mama

[@backfromburnout]

I love selling her books 🤣🤑