I wanted EVERYTHING! Treasure hunting for the blue owl. Pulling shipping

The hunt is real! I spend hours and hours each week, combing through thrift stores, estate sales, Antique Markets, auctions & flea markets and yardsales... to bring home the goods and prepare them for selling in my Ebay store, and on Facebook Marketplace, which fully supports me.
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[@cherieamourofficial]

Message from a singer: You have a beautiful speaking voice and great personality on video. You also have a gifted eye for picking great items that people want to buy. I thank you and Roger for sharing your gifts with others.

[@hiyellagal]

Doesn't she!! Her voice is music to my ears. She should really consider doing voice over work. I bet she can sing to.

[@lisaliv2585]

Yes! Her voice is so relaxing. Chills me out after a long day of kindergarten teaching. 😊

[@heiditate6989]

​@@lisaliv2585 I agree. I'm a substitute teacher, and she is my calm after a busy day

[@patriciakelly2576]

I so agree. Listening to you, Karen, is so soothing. Thanks for the calm along with the interesting comtent.

[@jojo-tl5ei]

Ditto on Karen's voice, love her unplanned sense of humor too!

[@eleven903]

Your Rog has the most pleasant gentle demeanor. Blessings to you both.

[@maggiecousineau1877]

Wonderful to see you made a profit on your first month in your new vintage booth. I was a little worried when you said it was on the third floor. Love your what sold videos.

[@kelly2669]

I bought that exact quilt for my mom from cracker barrell years ago and she still uses it. It has held up wonderfully.

[@glendasully]

Your basement inventory has cleared out a lot! Good for you to have a booming reselling business.

[@karenkuhr5698]

It amazes me how many times things change hands until it reaches the final person. For instance, a reseller shops at garage, estate etc, sales..puts them in a booth, another reseller purchases them and finally the item is listed on Ebay, etc

[@jedaholmberg3211]

And the price increases every step!

[@karenkuhr5698]

@jedaholmberg3211 oh, yeah, how could I forget that?

[@lavenderclothesline]

I think retail sales can be the same, manufacturers to retail stores, to outlet/ discount stores etc

[@eldermillennial2000]

isn't it amazing!! I collect a certain vintage item that I rarely see for sale in my area...but it's plentiful on ebay/mercari :)

[@brianhenry2385]

The Mouth of Truth: somewhere in one of our family photo albums I have a photo of my wife looking a bit hesitant, as she puts her hand in the Mouth of Truth, back when we lived in Italy and routinely traveled up to Rome. It’s a large carved stone (marble, I think) piece, mounted on the wall and many, many visitors to the city give it a try.

[@bevegriffith9858]

So happy. Been looking every couple days for navy Sak crossbody bag you got way back. Finally saw it and bought. 🎉🎉❤

[@lavenderclothesline]

Thanks so much!

[@lionheart830]

After stocking, take photos of a few angles of your booth. Gives you an idea of what was there. Love your videos Karen!

[@lavenderclothesline]

I try to remember to shoot a one minute video clip

[@Kentuckygardengal]

Your booth is so neat and orderly. Congratulations on your first month, great job.

[@Kentuckygardengal]

My son and I went Thrifting yesterday. We went to 3 Goodwills and barely picked up anything. I think we will wait until after Christmas to even try again. I’m learning from you and Roger.

[@user-vz7eq6dx8c]

I watched other pickers and they couldn't fill a whole cart between 4 or 5 locations. They said after Christmas people start donating again.

[@ja86sa]

I love those wooden animals and button flowers 😊

[@SHERRY0010]

Your basement looks like a full blown department store . Love how you organized it .

[@kathybarnett1905]

It is !

[@debbiezakrzewski-gd2zg]

Just a kind bit of info, never cross out a price and put a lower price this is how people can steal. They can also cross out prices and lower your price. Always make a new tag and make sure owners know you do that also. Not saying it happens a lot but it does. I sold in booths for 10 years and unfortunately people find ways. Switching tags also happens so make sure you have a good description on tag. Good luck!

[@maryellenp5468]

At my vendors mall, you have to make a new tag every markdown to avoid people doing that.

[@abil828]

hi Karen🎄 if that rhinoceros has no damage I would scoop that up for $40 at least! I think she's under pricing… Lol. And please pass on to her that the button art is so adorable and if I were there I would buy that cat.

[@Angelica71771]

You pulled orders in style with those cute shiny sandals lol! Your level of organization still impresses me so much😊

[@ItzaStacything]

So funny when you said lying on the sofa eating popcorn in the comfort of your home 😅

[@joneskayann]

You two are the role model for couple selling. Thank you for all your tips. Merry Christmas, Karen!

[@susangetz9202]

You have such a calming voice.😊

[@annderrick4418]

I tell her all the time about her voice

[@tammybennett5437]

Merry Christmas to you both! ❤❤❤❤

[@lindamargolies7759]

Do you celebrate Chanukah, as well?

[@robinschade8544]

Your booth looks really nice! 👍🏼

[@lvallese3967]

I want to wish you both all the best of the holiday season and much success and happiness for 2024. You make my day when I can listen to your voice talking while you shop.

[@bobbiellison4315]

Being able to sing is my number one life wish too!

[@JacksMomPat]

Hi Karen and Roger, great start with your sales at the booth! Cheers, Pat 🎉

[@terryshaw3493]

Hi Karen and Roger! Your booth is looking great. I must say, you are truly enjoying shopping through the antique mall where your booth is. So happy for you and Roger. You guys are really moving forward with your business.

[@angelasearles5506]

Karen I take a picture of my booth before I leave because I always forget what I have and what sold.

[@vickietaylor8114]

I found your videos in October and now i cannot wait for the next one! 😅 When i go into a thrift store now, i look at items through "Karen Lavender Clothesline" eyes! What would SHE think....!❤

[@peacenow4456]

Man's Alpine hat from Switzerland...

[@Robin-MP]

Thank you for moving Jesus up off the floor ❤❤❤ Love the Rhino bottle holder, love that quilt, adorable. LOL Roger looks like one of those German guys that dance hahahaha, Yaaaaa right? Weee the blue owls are adorable, I wish I had room for those!❤ I think that was a GreenMan, the tree face. Ha! I almost bought that leather purse, I loved that patched flannel dress shirt those were nice items. Green Bay Packers are a Wisconsin football team❤

[@seaside2001]

Right after you restock take a couple of photos. Easier to see what you had and what sold. Nice to see someone doing the button flower craft again. I did well with them way back in the 1970's flea market tables earning my watch through university. Bavarian OOMPAA PAA hat.

[@SequelsBoutique]

Your booth looks great! I love adore your work from home outfit. 😉I can relate. My OOTD are daisy crocs, wool socks, leopard print pajama bottoms, black t-shirt and denim button front shirt. It's completely ridiculous but SO comfortable. ❤

[@pamelamartyn5460]

Your booth looks very inviting. Good luck with sales.

[@PeggyMiesko-xd5dx]

I love ALONE!!! I am anxiously awaiting a new season. It’s been a good while since they’ve done one.

[@Done832]

Just started watching but couldn't resist writing this. I was downsizing so I got a nice size booth in a great place in a large antique mall as well as several showcases for glassware. I would never do this again. The only person who wins is the person who owns the business running the mall and the owner of the building of course. I had nice quality items which were very desirable with no junk. I put enough to well cover the price of the booth as well as in the showcases. Every month, for the most part, I was only selling enough to cover the rent with possibly a little over. This means I was giving away most everything!! There was just too much competition in the mall for people's money. Many people just browse through for entertainment purposes and aren't serious about purchasing anything. I even had people who stole the finials off of lamps they matched - something I would never have thought of happening but it did. In the showcases, you had to be very careful about labeling any glassware because the people who worked the mall had keys and the people who had other booths had friends who had keys so if you, by chance, labeled the prices exact without being perfect such as "how many pieces are in a set on each piece of glassware and the total price" somehow pieces would disappear out of sets. It was really disturbing. This was a high end mall in a high traffic area also. I look back on it as I was doing a favor to whoever was running the mall because I had desirable items which helped to make the mall look nice, several showcases, along with a wall of art and it helped to round out the mall. I was also good at display and visual so it also helped. If I had to do it over again, I would have an auction but even then you have to be careful because auctioneers are in "cohoots" with each other. The best way to sell something now is an "Estate Sale" and label it that way so it's not expected to be yard sale prices or maybe on line but that seems like a lot of work. Bottom line is I don't really know what to tell a person to do with what they have. Trust is a big thing whenever someone else is involved and the flea market/antique market is a very cut throat industry unfortunately. Don't mean to sound so negative but it's just the fact. I used to be a good buyer at sales and auctions and never complained about anything to anyone because I was buying for my home but now that I know what really goes on, I expect to be deceased when anything else leaves unless I take things one at a time to sell at my price privately. For the most part, I don't have a lot now so that is a good thing. One thing I would like to add to my comment is my items were purchased way back in the 60's through the late 90's so they were all hand picked and paid good money to have them where as now you can hit the thrift stores and find just about anything you desire for less. Today you might be able to do better by thrifting as thrift stores are everywhere!! I wish you luck but just be prepared for the future. Putting this on You Tube will help for sure.

[@peppiholliday4525]

I so enjoyed reading what you had to say about the pitfalls of selling. The only thing that I will sell is on Facebook marketplace even though people will still try to get you to make a deal which I don't mind because I factor that in to what I am asking unless what I am asking I will put the FIRM and I will keep it like that no matter what. I am so sorry that you had to go through all of that when you were trying your very best to help the customer as well as the place where you had your items and people were taking advantage of you that should not have happened in any way because if People's word and their actions are not honorable you don't want them to begin with. I'm going to try to dmu and actually speak with you about what you had to go through. If that does not work I will come back and write to you again.

[@LannieLord]

In those booth situations - your best bet is to have stuff that NOBODY else has. If you have Pyrex bowls , and 14 other sellers have Pyrex bowls - why would they buy yours unless it much cheaper. And on and on . How many Josef Angels can one person have ? How many FENTON COMPOTE bowls are there ? Another issue with antique booths is MOST of the stuff is geared towards women. Have stuff that their husbands are interested in. @@peppiholliday4525

[@lavenderclothesline]

The booth is doing very well and I just sold the snoopy blow mold which was an amazing sale!

[@Done832]

The best sales usually come right before the holidays and maybe January when people have a lot of down time. I noticed in the mall I was in, people would start to move out once they understood the good months versus the bad months. I think you might likely do well because you can make up for what you don't sell in your on line and marketplace sales. Either way, if you buy at the right price, which you are definitely doing, it's not like putting hundreds of dollars into one item and having it sit. Everything is about timing. I just came along at a time when there was basically only the Salvation Army in my area so thrift stores weren't a good option. Today everything would have been different. Plus now you can add cameras to watch everything in your booth which is a plus. I have gone back and watched many of your videos. I'm happy for you and your husband because you both have the same common interests and that is very important especially when handling merchandise. I hope the sales continue to do well. @@lavenderclothesline

[@Done832]

This is true. I had furniture, glassware, and some unusual things men might be interested in. It's definitely a game. @@LannieLord

[@AurorasJournals]

I’m going to check out the booth tomorrow! Can’t wait to see the goodies ❤

[@beatrixkiddo7070]

When shopping at antique booths I tend to be drawn to the more colorful whimsical ones.

[@neoanderson726]

are the bookends or are they just a cute statue of mother and baby owl that fit together> I have books that would never fit under that mother owl

[@marthachastain210]

Karen, I just love your videos. I especially love seeing Roger in them! He seems like such a nice person. I want to wish you both and your families a wonderful Christmas!

[@annsmith4739]

Love love the blue Bowles Karen 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧❤️❤️❤️

[@barbarascarpa26]

Merry Christmas 🎅 to you both❤

[@marleybedford8628]

Hello Karen and Roger. I love your booth stores. Karen those owls are just gorgeous. If I was not living so far away in Australia I would definitely buy them off you. So lucky to get them. You should keep them for yourself. Roger is such a delight. I can see why you married him, such a good sport…fun and debonaire yet unpretentious. ❤ to you both.

[@hiyellagal]

I am a HUGE #1 fan of the ALONE series. It speaks to my introverted personality.

[@barbarakongslie2187]

Your booth is so nice. Merry Christmas

[@denisewright4778]

Karen, anytime you want to learn about the Green Bay Packers, all of us in Wisconsin are willing to teach you! Ha, ha!

[@Jinjerella]

It's always a good morning when you post a video.

[@julietovstukha4222]

I don't know how you do it Karen, you are one of the busiest people! Love the videos of your new booth.

[@KLeonardM]

Had to pause, the prices in the booth next to you are so good..love that

[@debstallone839]

I love owls too and those blue owls were amazing. Great find! I love watching your channel

[@michelleritter6527]

The lamps look great in the booth. Good pickup!

[@SarahPangrazio-ff8cv]

The booth is looking fantastic. I could watch your videos all day. Sometimes I actually do ! 😆

[@Gypsy_merch]

Love the outfit ❤

[@colleenbrown3366]

Are those Blue Owls everything?...Yes they are!💙💙

[@kirstenrissling879]

"Nine. I took nine" 😂

[@kmorris2238]

Blue owls👍🏻👍🏻

[@elainespinelli5966]

Love watching your videos. Just started watching you in the past 2 months and I am hooked.

[@lavenderclothesline]

Welcome aboard! So glad you’re here 💜

[@cathyhelmuth823]

Love to see Roger’s facial expressions when locates an awesome item! He giggles like a kid inside and out!

[@user-df8hx6re3z]

I laughed out loud at the “penguin velvet” hat! Thank you for that! I want to wish you and Roger a very Merry Christmas with comfort and joy thrown in. Carrie in NS

[@brendawhitt1964]

Enjoyed ❤

[@catrice7126]

My husband watches it alot I watch it some

[@adelaidesocki3595]

Love that show!

[@giselawilliams1877]

Great sales🥰

[@elizabethcandelaria3228]

Don’t retire Miss Karen keep doing what you love make it easy for you and take time for you and Roger God bless you 😊💕✨✨👏🏼👏🏼🙏🙏

[@tinaranson6172]

I thought something was different with basement. It looks brighter, clear. Well great for you to sell, awesome!

[@barbmiller5951]

You go girl!

[@saradean5523]

If you buy those carved African Antelope - the correct name is KUDU. I worked at a zoo for almost 20years and kept all of the animal records and inventory!

[@amyweaver7413]

“Penguin Velvet” - too cute.

[@cherylknows2172]

Great video. Very inspiring ❤

[@toots428]

Happy holidays, Karen! 🌲 Your booth is lovely…classy and stylish, just like you and Roger! Funny thing. Beginning with the video that you first found the pink dishes, I have kept hearing you say TAYLOR SWIFT, when describing them! Lol! Why not? She has done everything else this year, I guess she could make dishes as well. 😳 If you listed them that way or advertised them that way they would sell in a heartbeat. 💓 Just joking! You’re doing a great job 🌲

[@JamieCote-yy7nh]

Love your beautiful vintage booth. It looks like it is such a nice relaxing to shop.

[@annderrick4418]

Great show…Alone…watch it every season

[@pamelafisher1986]

alone fav show!!!

[@terephelps1629]

I love watching your videos you have a calmness in voice and excitement and passion for what you do. You and Roger make a great team. You both seam very happy together. I am very happy for both of you.

[@valeriekitover7363]

Have a very Merry Christmas….Karen and Roger…..A beautiful couple ….😊

[@denisewright4778]

Your booth is looking great!

[@annaking9213]

The quilt was beautiful in the booth across from yours.

[@pattyguesnier9793]

Penguin velvet hat is funny

[@krausehaussiftthrift]

Hi Karen, I think this is my first time commenting but I love your videos! You and Roger are so fun, entertaining and educational! Love seeing any kind of video you put out but I really enjoy when you pull orders. I'm jealous of your basement! I keep my eBay inventory in my basement but it's not as big as yours and I have a dirt floor, not a concrete one. Oh well. I've been selling on eBay since 2001. I wanted to mention that I have put videos in some of my eBay listings when I'm selling a musical plush item that dances and sings so the buyer can see what the item for sale does. Just wanted to mention that in case you are or will be selling any of those items. Happy Holidays and hi to Roger! I'll be watching you guys! Oh and I love how you met... I met my reseller hubby on Craigslist personals when they had them in 2015 and we married in 2017. Here's to love and reselling! Cindy

[@tcornatzer4380]

Love you and ALONE!

[@user-wv5mb9xi7l]

Love Alone great show

[@sallypetrea4559]

Great Video… Love to See the Mechanics of What You Very Successfully Do!

[@vintagegal4919]

Singing, painting and playing the piano would be on my list! Green Bay Packers are my team-Wisconsin!!

[@TurkeyCreekGal]

I too use those light switch lights and love them. I keep 4 in my 40tf storage container and keep a couple handy to use for a flashlight. I love them

[@lisalange4922]

oh those owls are cute!

[@mariaroldan4200]

Love, triple love the owls bookends! Pulling sells another favorite! Merry Christmas Karen and Roger, from down in Argentina! Blessings to all your family and viewers!

[@KLeonardM]

great video Karen

[@AMYBIERHAUS]

I would buy that hat from you! ❤

[@nrivera4380]

Your finds at the antique place were great, nice profits for your own booth sales and I love watching you pull sales!

[@anafredbrutout3648]

Always love your videos. love your new store, When I get to PA, I will shop in, I'll stop in too!

[@leahpyland7450]

i found that taking pictures of my inventory set up in my booth helped me with remembering items. Hopefully the establishment you are working with has a good system. I agree that a booth allows you to double your time investment. The booth looks great.

[@stinejohansen8342]

I love the basement/pulling videos! I would love a «slow tour» of your shelves where you just talk about the items. It might sound «boring» for you, but I think a lot of your followers just love to listen to you :)

[@lindacunningham1574]

Your booth looks great as we knew it would.....

[@lavenderclothesline]

Thanks Linda

[@kellyreally]

Great video❤ the booth looks great, love the shopping and pulling shipping. You are such a gem, so inspirational Karen. My husband and I absolutely love watching Alone while snacking under a blanket🤣 those survivors are amazing!!!

[@bethmcright9731]

Love The Settie"❤ In Your Booth

[@cathyhelmuth823]

Tree Spirit

[@janetjackson9549]

Soma is under the Chico’s umbrella long with White House Black Market .

[@milehighmom4817]

Those owl bookends are Pier 1, I found a set thrifting that still had their tag. Ironically, I had them on eBay and pulled them to put in my booth 😂

[@CopingwithGrattitude]

I’d Iove to shop in there!

[@lisaockerman9940]

We love Alone,

[@judyschmetter1878]

Have you listed the “Pig on a spring”? You found it in Karen’s booth for $6. I want it!!! I will keep on the look out for it in your eBay store.

[@sharonb537]

I have that same leather bag you called a satchel. If you look on the button its a state of Oklahoma carrier bag for a state worker. I bought mine in a thrift too.