Antique Booth Display Ideas. Doing Display the Right Way

Having a good display can make or break your booth business. Are you helping your customers find what they're looking for? Or are you making them dig through piles and piles?
In this video, I walk through several phenomenal antique booth vendor displays from one of my favorite antique malls in Texas. The goal is to give you ideas for how you can make your space shine.
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[@AbigailsArtfulAbode]

I like your dedication, so helpful for beginners. I set up my store by genre and create ‘rooms’ within the store. Now that I’m expanding to two new booth spaces I’ve taken the time to go to some antique malls to understand what booths I find attractive and why. Here’s what I decided. 1. Lighting, low and overhead 2. Natural elements, especially greenery. 3. Curated, not piles of disparate stuff. 5. Full but not crammed.

[@LostFoundDecor]

Excellent ideas! Thanks for sharing :)

[@jackiecarter7581]

This is one of the best display tutorials I have ever seen. Keep up the great work and thanks for sharing your talent.

[@LostFoundDecor]

I’m so glad it was helpful!

[@doshablake9709]

Great tips. I’m a vendor, the frequent compliments I hear from friends is that they don’t feel claustrophobic in my booth

[@LostFoundDecor]

Exactly!

[@gatheringmoss5726]

This is great info and you point out things nobody else does, such as what the seller is doing for customers with the plants. Thanks! The one thing I notice every time I go to an antique mall or thrift store, are the aisles. There's a reason you rarely see folks in wheelchairs or using walkers in antique or thrift store... the aisles and booths aren't set up for people with disabilities. I'm not talking about the large "box store" thrift stores like Goodwill or Savers, I'm talking about stores with booths, as you've been showing us here. If my niece wanted to shop with her mother and me, she'd only be able to move down the main aisles, but not within any of the booths you showed. She'd end up sitting at the front of the store waiting for us to finish, but we would never do that to her, so we would never go to any store she could not navigate. The lesson is, sellers are losing customers by not having aisles that are wide enough and booths that are easy to navigate with a wheel chair, walker, or crutches. Please put that information in your tutorials. Thanks!

[@sharonhendricks9706]

I don't have a booth nor do I sell things online but I thoroughly enjoyed watching you and hearing your tips. These are all great points for anyone having a garage sale also. My daughter doesn't go to yard/garage sales and she's never had a sale either. So we are doing 3 together, one each month, and the first thing I told her was, "rule number one: everything must be easily accessed". Second thing, don't clutter it up....leave a little space among items so they are easily noticed, and nothing on the floor unless it's a big item.Third, draw their eyes toward the things you really want them to notice.....groupings, nicely arranged/displayed make an impression. Of course items must be clean! We had one man walk in, look around and comment on different pieces. Then he said this was the most delightful garage sale he had ever been to. He said, "someone must have worked in retail". Nope. I'm a retired RN and she's a hairdresser! But we loved to hear his compliments, and he wasn't the only one to comment on how nice our sale was. It really does pay off!

[@LostFoundDecor]

Thanks so much for sharing that! Sounds like your sale went awesome, hope your others are a super success too :)

[@inthewoods80]

The trash talk space, that’s what I grew up with! Love digging in a space like that. But I do agree, it makes it harder for sales.

[@westie430]

It's interesting, I love booth spaces that look like the "overly crowded" one. It's about the hunt for me! I feel this one is beautifully done & displayed, I have seen some that are just dumped items everywhere and it's not good. I personally will avoid booths that are too sparse or too "new item/decorative" stuff only. But that's me!☺️

[@DebBat0519]

You are really good at pointing out the pros and cons of displays. Maybe you should do consulting for venders and help them improve their booths and increase their sales. You could charge well for that because it will help them so much. Just a thought!

[@TheTurtleRage]

I aspire to be this organized and creative. I’m still in my first month of having a booth, but I’m always pushing myself to the next level by rearranging each week and adding things 2-3 times a week.

[@LostFoundDecor]

That’s all you need to do! Baby steps! My first booth was the size of a jacuzzi bathtub and it took me several years to build it up-small steps are ok!

[@catherinemebruer788]

This is just what I needed to hear! I think a lot of times I believe other people will see what I see without a big display but it makes sense when you say not everyone is as creative or crazy(lol) and can see my out of the box vision. Thank you for taking the time to instruct me and others!!! ❤

[@nancyx6390]

Hi just wanted to say that I'm not a seller I'm a buyer but I really enjoy your videos. I find myself when I go to the antique malls or thrift shops or antique stores I find myself looking at things thru your eyes. Too funny 🙂

[@LostFoundDecor]

Thanks Nancy! Sounds like deep down inside you may be a booth seller at heart :)

[@nancyx6390]

@@LostFoundDecor Hi Melanie. I would love to have a antique booth but it's not possible at this time of my life ...but that's okay because I enjoy the thrill of shopping. Lol

[@allymonte7295]

I can't help myself and have to say you look like a light haired Tina Fey! 💖 Good video !

[@LostFoundDecor]

Love it! 😂😂 I’ve been told Helen Hunt before, but never Tina Fey!

[@kelsta4114]

This video is so great. I'd love to see more like this. Thank you Melanie 😊

[@AngieWilliamsDesigns]

Thank you for sharing. This is super helpful. I have had a booth for less than a year. I am a furniture maker and I refurbish pieces as well. I struggle with the smalls and display. So this helps a lot.

[@LostFoundDecor]

You’re welcome Angie!

[@kathrynshelley3806]

Melanie, you make so much sense! I’m in a couple of booths with a friend. Her idea if good display is piling everything together! There is no rhyme nor reason to what she does. Yet, she sells and sells well. I try to convince her to let the furniture be seen but my words fall on deaf ears. She doesn’t want any greenery or imported floral, which is too bad, our booths are bland- blah! 😮I think I’m going to Hobby Lobby on Monday and just buy a few small greens. Maybe she’ll see it my way for a change, but I’m not holding my breath!!!

[@chandaharkins4418]

Thanks for this! It was so helpful to see real life examples.

[@LostFoundDecor]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@ReinventedDelaware]

Love the tips for styling! I totally see what you mean about the one booth that is a bit too full. You did a great job showing the other booths and pointing out the best practices for staging pieces! Thanks!

[@LostFoundDecor]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching :)

[@littleluluscraps]

I can tell you as a buyer I do NOT go into those super crowded booths, I just keep walking. I also have had booths in the past, so I love the tips you presented. Thanks!

[@LostFoundDecor]

You’re welcome! Thanks for sharing your perspective :)

[@curriesis3]

So grateful to have found you.

[@LostFoundDecor]

So glad I can be helpful :)

[@diannewinters6873]

This has been very helpful. You have given me great ideas to make my shop more shopper friendly!

[@LostFoundDecor]

Awesome! So glad to hear :)

[@rebelcrockett9547]

Thank You,this actually sparked my last ideas to finish staging my 600 sqr ft vintage store.🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@LostFoundDecor]

Awesome!

[@VintageBeeDesign]

LOVE LOVE LOVE THOSE BANNERS!! I'm enjoying the tips and tour!

[@pealees5353]

Excellent video

[@LostFoundDecor]

Thank you very much!

[@ChocolateChip-x8w]

Thank YOU for breaking things down in full detail!

[@ginamaria2579]

I’m new here, LOVE walking thru antique malls .. Thanks excellent video 🤗

[@carolepeck3829]

So instructive

[@LostFoundDecor]

Thanks Carole! Hope it gave you some good ideas!

[@denisetaylor8683]

Oh my gosh I need those blue/white creamer and sugar mugs! They match my coffeee cups

[@angelabstractart6168]

Clear concise advice, great examples!

[@LostFoundDecor]

Thanks for watching!

[@beckyjeeves1199]

Thank you for the walk through and great tips! Very helpful!

[@LostFoundDecor]

Glad it was helpful!

[@katyhuthjones9368]

Thank you for all the specific ideas!

[@FreeRangeCottage]

Great tips! Such beautiful booths. 😍

[@LostFoundDecor]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@juliannearlene7244]

Thank you so much. I am opening a booth soon.

[@LostFoundDecor]

You’re welcome!!! Let us know how it goes once it’s stated :)

[@sherryhopkins3599]

Thank you for all the great tips

[@LostFoundDecor]

You’re welcome!

[@PaintedPonyFurniture]

Thank you for the inspiration! Great video!

[@LostFoundDecor]

You are so welcome!

[@Diane56ful]

Some great info! Thank you. I’m subscribed now and looking forward to your other videos!❤️

[@LostFoundDecor]

Awesome, thanks so much!

[@delightfuldaisy1]

Thank you so much for doing this video! Great tips! I have two spaces - one is a booth, the other is just a shelf. Could you do a video on how to properly stage a shelf to get more sales? Thank you!

[@LostFoundDecor]

That’s a great idea! I’ll try to get something like that together.

[@delightfuldaisy1]

@@LostFoundDecor Thank you! Looking forward to it!

[@roannegrasso6035]

Wow, super helpful! Thank you.

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thanks for the information this really helped

[@LostFoundDecor]

So glad to hear!

[@rosaliaabaya7872]

I learned a lot. Thanks

[@LostFoundDecor]

Glad it was helpful!

[@WowThingsThrift]

Great advice, thank you✌️

[@LostFoundDecor]

So glad it was helpful!!

[@luvnlifelori]

This is really helpful video!

[@kathibell2428]

Love your channel and videos. I have learned so much from you. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and great ideas! I would love to make these banners. Do you know how much they sell them for?

[@LostFoundDecor]

So glad it’s been helpful! Unfortunately I don’t live near that mall anymore and can’t quite remember :) But I know they sold super well!

[@Withloveandreab]

Thank you so much!! I’m preparing to one day set up a booth! I’m shopping for items to stock! Any videos on how to shop for inventory??

[@LostFoundDecor]

Hi! No, I don't have any videos on that topic yet, I do address it in my Booth Seller Bootcamp course that will open again soon though!

[@cmurphy2567]

This is so helpful and fun. Thank you! Do you have tips for displaying on a locked glass shelf that is in a room full of other locked glass shelves? I want to make my shelf enticing enough that someone would notice it in the chaos and actually ask to have the cabinet unlocked for them. Thanks!!

[@NotoriousPND429]

I would either paint the cabinet (if it's yours) a different color than the rest, which would immediately make it stand out more. As an alternative, you could paper the interior back of the cabinet with decorative paper- peel and stick wallpaper, or even gift wrap (which can be put on with double stick tape and easily removed.) Or do both! Visually, their eyes will be drawn to your cabinet right away. And I'd arrange your shelves the way you would at home. Groupings of three always look great, add height for interest, and texture. Hope this helps.

[@athenaainelapretresseamour2142]

At my market they are telling me to not leave small items out because people will steal them or anything that can be put in one’s pocket. What is your suggestion for that? I have a locked showcase And I really want to put jewelry out but people apparently steal there

[@paulaprislovksy4122]

I have moved my booth to another space in our mall and listening and seeing these great displays tonight was just what I needed! I was unable to understand the name of this Mall. Would you please share that information again. Thank you!

[@LostFoundDecor]

Hi Paula! This was filmed at Antique Company Mall in McKinney, TX

[@marandartasa5214]

How much to they sell the banners for? Love these booths!!

[@blakemakes.]

thank you, i really appreciate this video!!

[@LostFoundDecor]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tambij]

🌺 New Subscriber, I have watched all / And some of them more than once. My question is how to bring the customer a Beautiful display when the booth space is Very Small? My Booth Space is 2ft x 4ft wide. Sometimes I don’t have enough smells to even fill it. Because I have ran out of smells & have many larger items. It gets frustrating at times because I have a vision of how I want my booth month after month & I can’t do it because of the small space. I have been on a waiting list for almost 2 years now for a larger booth. But even the larger booth is not big enough what I incision. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank You!!

[@LostFoundDecor]

Hi Tambi! Maximizing a smaller space can be tough, but it’s doable :) Sounds like you need to change up a bit what you’re buying. Buy for the needs of your space, not just what you can find. So if you need small fillers, focus on those in your shopping budget next month. I know it can be frustrating to be on a waiting list that long… but if you can rock out this small space, you may find yourself moving up that waiting list faster!! Owners like to promote great sellers. So stage THIS booth well for now, which means a mix of a few large, some mediums, and more smalls.

[@debb3428]

I've been considering starting a booth. Do antique malls typically charge vendors a monthly rental fee or do they work on commission from all of the booths?

[@jand7259]

Hi I have a 7p queen sleigh bedroom set and a 10x8 booth and cannot figure how to display it to be inviting cause it’s so big. Thank you in advance… HELP

[@LostFoundDecor]

That sounds like a lot for one space! Can you set up the bed and put all the other furniture inside the rails?

[@AMGW]

Where is this antique mall? I would like to go there!

[@LostFoundDecor]

Antique Company Mall in McKinney, TX :)

[@benniececiliamattox7426]

I enjoyed your video and got several ideas for wall displays. I am undecided about something and would like some opinions. Do candle holders sell better with or without the candles in them? Candles can add to the display but also raise the cost of the item. Thanks for any advise!

[@LostFoundDecor]

Hi! I think if you have enough of them grouped together, they sell fine all by themselves :) I've never added candles myself to the display.

[@lilisass7128]

Thank you for the really good tips, but may I add, that there Are customers in wheelchairs..... Looks like your shop Are not disabled-friendly 😢 so customer friendly for all of us

[@LostFoundDecor]

Of course! That is always a need to be considered too. This was filmed back at the antique mall where I rented a booth space a few years ago. I do believe they make every effort to be wheelchair accessible, but it’s good to have that as a reminder as well. Thank you!

[@sherrygann9122]

Was that Maria with Mish Mosh?

[@rkevghas]

Beautiful display in the first booth but accessibility isn't okay for anyone with ambulatory issues

[@deanna777]

Thank you so much. I'm going directly to your playlist in hopes of finding more great info.

[@LostFoundDecor]

You’re so welcome! We have more booth tip videos coming soon!

[@deborahprince6148]

Great tips and advice. I am also a vendor and you are spot on about not overcrowding your booth. Stage items as you would in your home. Customer’s sometimes need help visualizing how it will look in their home.

[@LostFoundDecor]

Great input Deborah! Helping people visualize helps them get closer to buying for sure

[@rnpenelope5672]

I started selling furniture about 2 years ago. I was doing fantastic on fb mp. Until the current situation happened. Now I can’t sell a thing. I know others in my area who are doing great. I’ve been thing of renting a booth for about a year now. Would you advise me to?

[@LostFoundDecor]

Hi there! There’s another video on my channel where I talk just about this-the pros and cons of various selling options. Also, what you’re experiencing is pretty normal for business-something works well, then doesn’t work anymore! The end of the year and start of the new year is a great time to reevaluate your business and make any needed adjustments. If selling on FB marketplace isn’t working anymore, then I would for sure try getting into a physical store for this next year, and see what happens :)

[@virginiag4499]

Hello. Thanks for your advice and sharing your ideas!💕

[@LostFoundDecor]

You are so welcome!

[@pennysnider5342]

Thank you so much. I really appreciated the variety of booths you showed and how you respectfully showed one that could be improved. So helpful!

[@bluebird8224]

Love it !!!

[@jadeitedreamdesign9854]

Very helpful. Thank you for sharing.

[@LostFoundDecor]

Awesome, you're so welcome!