KNOW WHAT TO LOOK FOR | Thrift with Me to Resell on Ebay | Reselling

[@nayelilove5034]

The bubbles candle holder jar thing in 3:18 kind of looked like a Fenton bubble Glass item

[@tbrooks5015]

Texture of blankets, too. Not cheapo rough yarn. 👍 ty for sharing your knowledge

[@esthermaldonado7380]

Be careful out there lost my sister to covid last week

[@shortmeister4321]

So sorry for your loss.😔

[@snuassauns]

I'm so sorry. Thank you for sharing, I hope that more people start to take this seriously and get vaccinated.

[@steph6453]

@@snuassauns I know this is typically a "fun" channel :), but I encourage you to watch the new Project Veritas video that came out yesterday of an HHS whistleblower (nurse) talking about all of the problems with the shot and all the injuries they're seeing from it...here's the link to it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZPHemqqnLB_qqM It already has over 3 million views and is pretty shocking. Take care everyone.

[@snuassauns]

@@steph6453 stop following QAnon and other BS.I

[@christinehutchins123]

I love old purses. I have about a hundred. Beaded, leather, patent leather, straw, chain mail...I've got a ton of whining &Davis, very nice but don't sell for much usually. Does as anyone remember "wet look" not sure what the materials are, but they were meant to look wet!. I had a bright red shiny wet look jacket as a kid. So funny. I bought a red wet look clutch just for the nostalgia!

[@jeanfarleigh7526]

I do remember Wet Look. I forgot the name, though, until I just read your comment above. I was thinking it was just the patent leather. But no! As soon as I read it, I recognized it--it was like, 'that's it!!" (I had been trying to remember; from my junior high days--mid 70's.) Thanks! :)

[@christinehutchins123]

@@jeanfarleigh7526 , haha, I have a terrible memory for most things, but certain useless information sticks! Last time I checked you could find some wet look stuff on eBay! Occasionally find some at thrift stores where I found mine. 😁

[@kaseyc1350]

In linens, I look for vintage 90s Y2k children's cartoon character bedsheets - pillow cases, top sheets, bath towels.

[@kaseyc1350]

The gray messenger bag with the red and white logo is from a skateboarding brand, Element.

[@kaseyc1350]

Microwave plates - the glass ones that come with the machine, and turn on the wheel. I had an old microwave in the garage - the microwave isn't worth $20, but the plate has SOld completed listings of $45-$60!!!

[@constancerobinson1377]

Thanks for the reminder, I bought one and forgot about it.

[@jackietrulen5323]

Great information

[@cynthiaoxley4930]

Seeing the trvit with Griswold on the back with the name of Erie with that name makes me think it is the same company that made the cast iron skillets and pots! I have one of the Griswold skillet I got at a yard sale in 1978 for a quarter is worth over $50.00 in 2000. I didn't know they made trvits. That's one reason I love your channel, God bless!

[@constancerobinson1377]

That’s on my bucket list; to find a Griswold iron skillet. Those go for big money

[@ElGreco1541]

I've never even heard of Edith Heath. Good tips!

[@dinacox1971]

at 15:09 I am almost certain you skipped right over a pretty neat Coach wristlet. I ran comps and they are sort of all over the place but one sold "accepted offer" that had been priced at $50 that look just like this one.

[@basketsresale]

Lots of great knowledge!! Thanks for sharing

[@TexasGalTreasures]

My pleasure!

[@dinacox1971]

Thank you. I had no idea about Heath!!!

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Happy to help!

[@aroundagainresaleglenda8682]

Thanks for all the work you do in your videos, great info you're sharing!!

[@NewChapterVintage]

Watching an old video of yours to learn and be inspired. Bought a trivet last week (Christmas Kitten with a train). $2-sold for $16 in two days. Yes, my first thought was-I should have priced that higher! 😂 I think it was this video that made me start paying attention to trivets!

[@TimelessjewelbyDebra]

I was in a salvation army store and found a MAX MARA wool swing jacket for 12.99. It retails for 1200.00

[@AMYBIERHAUS]

"Otherwise I would go 'HOG WILD'!" I'm in Tennessee, and say that too! LOL! 🤣 ~ Amy 😍

[@snuassauns]

Yesterday I purchased a vintage IKEA lumbar pillow Mattram paid $3.99 Canadian it's going for $34.99 US. A pair of Rockport shoes for myself. A vintage Singer foldable sewing caddie. $4.99 (not sure if I'll sell it or gift to my mother) 12 vintage Rock CDs for my husband. 20% off coupon, of course.

[@debbieseibert2332]

Please do more like this one!! THANK YOU for this info!

[@renet.1469]

Can I ask you a question, Margaret? What parameters do you set for yourself when buying? I.E. Do you need to be able to sell things for 3 times your buy in price?

[@luizadacosta5521]

Loved this format. Really informational!

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@masterpiecejewelersjewelry8239]

Margaret, I really enjoy your witty commentary and laughing during all your videos. I don't even do any thrift store shopping! But it's enjoyable to just listen to your commentary and expertise and I always get some laughs with you too! Thank you!

[@ruthgyman6617]

Vintage baby comforter for cribs. Reigal just got one free sold it for $74.00. Disney ones the older ones sell well too. So always look for them.

[@kaseyc1350]

Vintage children's character bed sheets, as well. Pokemon, Disney, TMNT, WWE

[@janellesloan3611]

Nice teaching video. Really enjoyed learning.

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@doreweaver3061]

Thank you being a homeschool mom reseller I so appreciate the “teaching” videos!

[@TexasGalTreasures]

You are so welcome!

[@karendavis5334]

Hey Margaret, I look for shoes, purses etc. Lamps, towele, etc.

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Great idea!!

[@tammyulgen6043]

@13:10 I might have acquired that wallet anyway. A lot of people like orange and abstract - even if it wasn't a popular brand, I bet the right buyer may be out there. (That is if the price was right, like a dollar or so.) About 10 years ago I sold primarily clothing and accessories, but then the returns got out of control. And.. I seemed to have the problem with people wanting a refund and not wanting to ship the item back almost exclusively with clothing, I don't know why that is.

[@johnwarthan2675]

Do you buy video equipment VCR stuff like that video games

[@TexasGalTreasures]

no

[@lorimcgowan1880]

Carpet bag clutch would be a good flip even at 8. Great video, great info and fun. So happy you and family are well. Stay safe. Vintage linens can be a good find.

[@r.c.miller6161]

But what is the likelihood of finding a Griswold trivet?

[@TexasGalTreasures]

0% if you don’t know to look for it.

[@JewelsNcrime]

Do you check for vaseline glass, i know it can fetch some money if its signed, rare or unusual.

[@slowmochicken]

Always check out the handbags! I bought a navy blue jersey Chanel bag made before Coco died, there's no CC on the exterior so no one noticed it. That bag sells for 5000!!! 😳. Obviously I'm using it instead of selling it, I could never afford a bag like that lol

[@TexasCache]

If I see a NIB replacement coffee carafe I buy it. They're typically around $4 and resell $20-$45 depending on brand and size/# of cups.

[@cottonwoodbazaar941]

Thanks for sharing and caring! I would like to see more video's like this one! Maybe choose one department at a time and go over high's and low's? This could be a series? Once a day or once a week?

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Great idea!

[@susanbenavidez2391]

Hi, I found your channel about two weeks ago and have been watching your videos, I also live in Texas. I was always a doubting Thomas when it came to reselling on eBay,but I want to tell you,you have made a believer out of me. I'm trying now to figure out how to start selling on eBay my self. I am a older lady on a fixed income. My question: do you have a video telling me how to start up selling on eBay

[@kirstenrissling879]

Great idea for this video! Thanks!

[@kathyhodges7054]

That one brown and tan wallet with the big CO letters on it was coach I don’t know if it was in bad shape or not

[@kirstenrissling879]

It said "GO" 🤔

[@christinehutchins123]

It was coach, easy to spot that design. I don't know if that style is really selling right now. There is a lot of the same pattern out there.

[@ToyAddict]

Great information! Thanks!

[@ColleenHarriganStaver]

I agree on passing up the Vera Bradley. I personally like it, but I have had several items that have just stayed in my eBay shop and never sold. They don’t have the demand that they used to. Fun video, thank you for these types of videos. ❤️

[@keithbuchanan8588]

That little carpet bag would have been a cute & different after 5 bag.

[@marythomas6543]

Your knowledge continues to amaze ✨👑❤️

[@ccya157]

🤗🥰 Art

[@NewChapterVintage]

Great tips as always! I’ll tell you-you’re in my head! I list things and I go high on my price-even for items that aren’t necessarily “sought after” because mine is unique-color, pattern, shape, whatever! I have to tell myself, “There’s no rush! Someone will see it and have to have it!” It is almost always the case. On a side note, some of what I’m selling is stuff I’m finding as a get ready (2 year plan) to downsize from a big old farmhouse to a smaller home, and retire from teaching. I list the most random stuff and it sells! Today I sold pacifiers-new in package of course. I must have bought them for a baby shower and they never made it into the gift bag or whatever. So, quick pic and listed. Listen, money in my pocket. I already had two other sales to mail out. My husband is starting to believe and stop calling it a fun hobby! 😊

[@kaseyc1350]

I'm always impressed when resellers report having listed and SOLD a single, lonely, unmatched SHOE! 😂 There really is a buyer out there for almost everything!

[@NewChapterVintage]

@@kaseyc1350 so true! I refuse to donate what the thrift store will get for free and sell for more than I will. Plus it makes cleaning and sorting more fun. 😊

[@constancerobinson1377]

@@kaseyc1350 as there are many that only have one foot.

[@constancerobinson1377]

I keep HOPING to find a Griswald cast iron skillet

[@stephanielouise8299]

I have that pentagram trivet, I bought it at a barn sale (UK). The guy singled me out and offered me it for a fiver. I think he thought I was a witch haha, it's the fair skin and dark hair! Apparently it actually belonged to a witch though, who had sold up and moved to a little Scottish island. There was a cauldron as well, but he couldn't find it and I never returned.

[@rebeccajohns654]

Can you do a video on how to price unmarked vintage jewelry or how to tell how old it is? I received a lot of vintage jewelry when my great aunt passed away and I have started an Etsy store but I’m not sure how to price it and I don’t want to put the wrong date on them lol. I have been picking with my mom my whole life but she never did jewelry and we are so out of our element.

[@dinacox1971]

I have sold and continue to sell vintage jewelry. My advice is to sort 1st by appearance. You should be able to see what is made better and/or in very good condition. The rest set aside and sell in a lot. Vintage jewelry lots can bring a lot. I sell on eBay and use all of the pictures. I would take the 1st photo of the entire lot (probably include the weight of the whole lot in the description) and then take closer photos of several pieces at a time that are the most appealing and maybe coordinate. Now back to the better items. I then use readers (I am 63) and magnifying glass and even a loop sometimes to examine very very closely to see any markings. The markings to identify are key. If you know and then can put brand & "signed" in your listing as keywords you are a long way to success. Using the brand name and little description do a google search, click on images and you will almost always find similar items and prices that they have sold for. Comps are key. I then price reasonably given comps and use 'buy it now'. I do not use auctions. Lastly, I package with care, using a box, tissue paper, and even a little silver color sticker disc to close the tissue. My returns are almost non-existent. Good Luck. Oh, finally if you just want to sell it all, please do not hesitate to respond...I would certainly be interested!

[@kaseyc1350]

Jewelry is a massive category - you'll learn a ton if you take the time to research your lot. Quadruple check each piece for markings, turning it in the light to see if you can catch an engraving or etching faded with time... I'm always impressed by the number of times I've missed a mark. On broaches, check the pin itself for signatures, check the thin borders of pieces - it's not always prominent on the back. Then materials and construction, especially, will be important indicators of quality and value & age. If the "stones" (because glass beads can also be very valuable in vintage costume jewelry) are SET in TEETH, as opposed to glued, the piece is more valuable. To set the bead or stone is more time intensive and skillful. If the setting itself is open in the back, allowing for light to shine through the bead or stone, that's another indication of craftsmanship. For materials, the more you handle, the more you can tell by the feel of something - you'll come to be able to feel real silver, or bakelite, so even if something isn't marked "925," you'll be confident it's real silver. And, for example, during WWII, precious metals were reserved for wartime use. Jewelry makers instead used silver, wood, celluloid and lucite.

[@rebeccajohns654]

Thank you both for these amazing suggestions! I am always willing to learn and I am having so much fun learning the history behind the items I have. It’s kind of like seeing a part of my great aunt’s life I didn’t know about! I cannot express how helpful both of you have been and you opened my eyes to thing I have overlooked 😁

[@ThriftingandShoppingwithJoan]

Have never seen Heath here in MD! Will have to be on the lookout!

[@moetrujillo1911]

That’s my family name Heath

[@purplemoon918]

Looks like your at my goodwill on Whitestone , I just LOVE that store! Maybe I’ll see ya there 😁

[@kirstenrissling879]

I loved the colored polka dot wine glasses! May have to go ebay search them! 🥰 Eta aww man! Nothing the same on ebay.. 😔

[@dianekelly6404]

I mentioned Calif pottery on another recent video but specifically Jenkins Flower Cache Pots. I bought one this summer for $100 with a chip! they are hard to find and go for good money! If you find one I will buy it from you!!

[@micdraper3768]

Smell Smell Shell

[@stephanieparker9223]

Great info! Thank you!!💜💜