selling over $10, 000 a month on Ebay... How I source, store inventory and ship from my home

In todays video, Roger and I are thrifting at a new to me Goodwill! Im also bringing you into my basement warehouse and showing you what's been selling in my Ebay store.
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[@sandramaki3565]

OK, this is funny. I am not very far into your video yet, but I watched Crazy Lamp Lady video last night and she must have been at that Goodwill store shortly after you! I believe she bought the large candle with the carousel horse and the dolphin piece by John Perry. She looked at the dinosaur planter and monkey bookends too, but didn't buy. Love both your channels!

[@jillian5474]

Lol I saw the candle in Crazy Lamp Lady’s video yesterday too but didn’t realize they were in the same place. I was thinking “how common are these candles?!”

[@pasqualedizazzo7361]

You are right! I just re-watched the video and Crazy Lamp Lady DID pick up the large candle and carousel horse!

[@sandraon-sig5978]

Thought the same thing...isn’t this one the magical goodwill for the crazy lamp lady. I recognized many things on the shelves. Love both channels!

[@susansawatzky3816]

Yep, saw it too !

[@irenebufkin8694]

Saw her buy the candle too!

[@MelissaSmith-hs8ed]

I could have sworn Crazy Lamp Lady buys that candle.

[@cloverdo-over2541]

Great video as always. The world's clothing and waste situation is absolutely appalling. I think resellers are a treasure for helping save more items from demise! Thank you for sharing including your sweet mouse nativity. Don't stop being who you are!

[@theresakralik1820]

I love the honesty in your presentation. We all live for the profitable flips but in reality a large percentage of a re-sellers income is made $10-$20 at a time.

[@SUZANNECARPENTER-ou3je]

I adore that big candle. It is amazing.

[@lollyvalles4864]

Always enjoy watching you pull and ship. I’m impressed with how your inventory is well organized. Great job!

[@JacksMomPat]

Hi Karen, so glad to see you thrifting with Roger, so nice that you can share this together!❤️

[@KLeonardM]

Great video as always Karen ! And being a woman of a certain age like yourself , please keep talking and shopping with Roger. We of that age realize quicker just how fortunate we are when we find a human being with style , grace and charm and we hold on to such qualities , whether friendship or love. God bless you both.

[@lavenderclothesline]

Bless you my friend! 💜💜💜

[@vintagegal4919]

@@lavenderclothesline virtual wedding so we all can attend? :)

[@VillmontMarket]

Karen what is Rogers channel?

[@gwendolynnrice2131]

Karen, love all your efforts and vids. Thanks for always sharing! Appreciate Roger too! Always ready to learn more😍

[@donnamclaughlin9215]

Thank you for sharing who you are. You are so kind. I learned a lot today. 💛🙏💙

[@neoanderson726]

At the hudson store I watch them wheel the carts in the back place on a conveyor belt that leas to a large dumpster . . If Gw would just price everything a dollar in their stores things would fly , poor people will shop there again . no need for bin stores, no need for price guns ,labels researching item . fewer stuff getting broken , thrown away sent over seas

[@sylviajones4907]

Good point! Totally agree!

[@jtrade34]

yes they have a conveyor belt and they throw items worth thousands of dollars away. They can not process the volume of donations consequently they dump many items due tio they just do not know what has real value.

[@scottishduck4625]

I loved the little mice and I appreciate very much you sharing your perspective as well. 🥰

[@karonwostenholme6533]

Well done. always enjoy watching xx

[@wendythomas4930]

This is so exciting to watch! I love thrifting!😊

[@heidifritz3053]

What a fun and inspiring channel. Your basement store is amazing! So organized. I also admire your energy to go find merch and your eye for what might sell.

[@alexandramorris9356]

Love watching you picking stock in your basement

[@r.c.miller6161]

“Sweetie!” He’s your best find ever.

[@kellyreally2828]

Great video! I love that you and Roger have different focuses and methods and time frames, and weave those together. Yes to really good 🍕 pizza! And that Tommy bag is great. Love the items you bought from fellow reseller❤️. I don’t think I’ve ever left a thrift store empty handed, I’ll have to challenge myself! So true about moving our treasures from store to car to house to room to room back to car for post sometimes. Spied the Peanuts musical toy , had to have it! Thanks for so much goodness 💜Karen💜.

[@serenapeterson2214]

A hint to get rid of stains, use your preferred spot treater, then use a used dryer sheet to rub the spot. Sometimes you can get it out before washing, but usually, it will come out after washing. This even works on stains that have gone through the drier, and grease stains, you know the darkened areas that mysteriously show up on the front of shirts or pants. Use a little elbow grease if you have time and the material will tolerate it. I think this works because the rough sheet help grind the cleaner into the individual fibers, not just the surface.

[@christinestefanides2494]

Pulling for shipping is my favorite !

[@maggiehattan3799]

Kudos to you and Roger for navigating the smelly, moldy bins😂 Love the mice nativity, adorable. You’re just a ball of fire, I’m inspired by your drive! Happy thanksgiving to you and your lovely family🥰

[@heidih7058]

Such an interesting video. I’m a new eBay reseller. It was very helpful to see your inventory and shipping process. Thanks!

[@sunshinedream7772]

Thank Roger for that helpful Ping tip 🙂 I’m trying to learn sports items 😉

[@andreabenson2491]

I love how you share. Great for those who are contemplating shopping for resale! You seem very nice and funny! 😁👏👍💃

[@DonnellaDelHollywood]

You are amazing and if someone gets offended by who you are then they are not fair with their self either. Great video❤️

[@jmcaparas8864]

Love your calming voice

[@sylviajones4907]

Never been to the bins. None close by. Always heard about them. Thank you!

[@carollove8752]

Cobalt blue and white is the rage now! Dishes and decor! Start picking up a few pieces!

[@chriscarlson1237]

I love that u found a partner that does the same u do! Beautiful couple!!

[@cindyreynolds4230]

My hubby & I thrift together alot! Lots of laughs sometimes!

[@bgcrow1]

Hi, Karen, you have such an amazing eye! Every video, I see money I have left on the shelf. I need "training" lol. Thank you as always! I hope you and your family have an amazing Thanksgiving! God Bless you all.

[@Yazzie101]

I’ve never been to the bins and sure there are non local.. love your knowledge and I’ve tried selling hard goods but shipping was crazy! I get tips from you about purposing items for other things! That’s imagination 👍

[@charlenejones68]

That should be a health violation and the city should shut them down until it gets cleaned and deemed safe to return. The mold and mildew should be an OSHA violation.

[@lolitabonita08]

u r correct...the mold spores will stick to clothing, wood, plastic and linger in the air which makes it a health hazard...

[@lindabeasley-bradford5545]

Bread box/keeper (missing the wee cutting board) in the blue bin I would've bought in a heartbeat for myself. We have one that we LOVE!

[@vickiediddle5012]

I REALLY gleaned important information from this video. I always listen carefully to your wise words because you have had many years in this business. While you were in the basement gathering sold items your talking was very important to me and I will apply most of what you said. Thank you for taking us along on your journey. ( keep Roger in the show)

[@kimmurphy6864]

How in the world does Roger have time to source 200-300 different items every week? Wow that’s impressive!

[@dragracegurl1]

@ 5:41, I would have LOVED to bought that dinosaur 😍

[@SB-tr6fk]

You bless me with your videos and your sweet spirit, Karen! I love the Lord as well and so glad you didn’t edit that out.

[@carolleddy858]

Great background music!!!!

[@k.j.krimson2590]

This is Crazy Lamp Ladies "most magical goodwill in all the land"

[@seaside2001]

The "Ping" golf top explanation was very interesting. I am not into golf, but I can see people like me could be fooled very easily by this knock off. I don't think it would prevent me from buying it for my hubby for personal use, but wouldn't want a reseller to get stung listing it for sale and subsequent repercussions. The "mouse nativity" - cute as the dickens.

[@tigerallenpride]

Omg. That was so weird. I got a cup of coffee right when you said to

[@Willsthriftingadventures]

Fun video Karen I always I always wear gloves at the Bins, Anyway thanks for the tip on the knockoff clothing

[@patriciabird8858]

Thank You Karen for another video…you are so organized and generous ! Would you please give us a like to Rodger’s store ? So always your choice is great!

[@DorothyakaCookieD_49]

So much fun!! Roger is def a KEEPER!! Certainly strikes me as a kind gentle hearted sweetheart!! (Nice eye candy, too!! 😉) 👏🏻🎉☺️

[@DianneCC]

I live in that area and go to that Goodwill and agree with the shape the bins are in. My son and I were there a few weeks ago and left in disgust. It's like a trash bin. Also smelled mildew and they had a wicker clothes basket in there that was all black mildew in the bottom! Went right to cashier and he removed it. We find things in the New Castle, DE bins. They have regulars who storm the place when bins are changed out. Found a Lilly Publitzer vintage purse which I sold for $300! Also just found an Enid Collins purse, but has condition issues. It may sell.

[@neoanderson726]

crazy lamp lady was just in this gw i remember the candle and those ducks near the leperchuan ... yeah she bought the candle and the john perry statue

[@Libbyluiu]

That is what the bins are like in Indiana, no smell, no mold, but just a huge mix of stuff in bins.

[@brianhenry2385]

Minute mark 31: multiple qty, individual variation items: you mentioned a situation (using wood coasters as an example) of slight variations in wood grain, as an example of matching the item with the listing photos. What I do, especially with multiple quantity New/old stock items, where there might be some variation in packaging shelf wear, is make the last photo be an overview shot showing them all and saying in the listing that “you will receive 1 (or more) of the items shown in the condition shown from the group”. I do this so I can put them all in 1 listing (multiple qty) and avoid photographing/listing each separately. Saves effort and time, when the variation is minimal.

[@barbarafrancis533]

When you see a lot of items alike, like those little green cups, were probably used in a wedding. They probably even candle holders on the guest tables. They usually get rid of it right after the wedding.

[@Mommabudgets]

My area is so dry! I can never find anything to sell. I really want to do eBay full time. Thank you for the video.

[@MakingMelodyCrafts]

Not sure if someone else mentioned it yet, but I believe that there is a trash compacter in the back at most Goodwill bins and at the end of the day/week, whatever hasn't sold gets crushed. I think another you tuber mentioned it before. tfs

[@barbaramartin6018]

Hi Karen I think those green glass containers r used 4 tealight candles. Luv ur channel best of luck with all ur finds . 🇦🇺 🪃 Australia

[@Shelly62489]

Just found your channel! Your organization is amazing!! Goals! Do you buy the plastic bags for all of your clothing? Do you launder before packaging, or just buy ready to go pieces?

[@ThriftyPharmD]

Oh I love the charming tails nativity ❤️❤️ love your channel! God loves all creatures!! I need an inventory system. It’s a problem for me. Wish I could figure it Out. I’m a part time seller.

[@karentingler4937]

Thanks

[@kathyann7027]

I love your dripping icicles on the mantle.......where did you get them? Brand? your house looks beautiful!!

[@jillbutcher1165]

I have the charming tails nativity.. I have huge collection of the charming tails. the wedding arch was on my wedding cake.

[@amplified-zg1cy]

Lots of familiar items from recent CLL video. Know she bought the candle, the John Perry, and the jug.

[@Shaybird715]

I’ve seen the unsold at Goodwill auctions located beside the bins

[@Sonshinereseller]

Yvon, Thrifty Rich on KZbin, loves John Perry and almost always pick it up either for her own collection or for resale. That was a nice large one. I found a smaller one a while ago at one of our local thrifts.

[@karenkelly4385]

The CLL finds a lot of stuff at that GW, she calls it the most magical GW in the land

[@helloonwheels4744]

Yes, the CLL looked at some of the same items in her last video.

[@i.m.7710]

@@helloonwheels4744 cll is her KZbin name?

[@helloonwheels4744]

@@i.m.7710 It's the Crazy Lamp Lady.

[@julychils]

Ive always wondered the same...why Goodwill puts their tags over markings. I guess Im glad its just not our local Goodwill that does that..lol Great video!

[@Hey-Robin]

I wonder about those stickers covering the maker, too. Isn’t their goal to sell that stuff? Thanks for sharing Karen, I always enjoy your videos. Sincerely, Robin

[@c.h.2056]

Karen, you are brave! I was practically vomiting just thinking about that smell from the bins. 😵

[@christineorozco5431]

I don’t know about all GW outlets, but the one I used to live near threw away (dumpsters) the hardgoods that didn’t sell

[@heathermullen8647]

I belong to a reselling fb group. A woman was posting that everything she sells she gets at the bins and she doesn’t clean anything. When I mentioned that eBay states that clothing needs to be clean. Her response was it always is at the bins where she shops. Ugh. I’ve been to the bins in NH and the noise was too much for me. Left without buying anything. Hope to never go there again.

[@sneeze163]

Hi Karen, you might reconsider John Perry in the future. He can fetch good prices depending on the piece. Don't kick yourself too hard! LOL!

[@JanBee1122]

Karen I'm not sure if you have ever been asked or already answered this question: Do you own a truck? How did you get those circular racks home? I always wonder if part of the business model "MUST" include a truck and/or trailer. I love your videos, you inspire me in so many ways :) BTW, thank you SO MUCH for the tip on the backgammon games. I pass them up constantly and had no idea they were a hot item. I always learn something new when I watch your vids.

[@lavenderclothesline]

I have a Jeep ( normal size)

[@brennagreenglasspeacock]

I am glad you left in the part about the Charming Tails Nativity! I totally agree with you (: love your videos.

[@beckyhaller6298]

Love your videos! How did you learn all this?

[@faithelizabeth7304]

Not all Fire And Light glass is signed. It's better to memorize their colors, glass look and different pieces they have made even fish! I'm always looking for it here in Oregon too. Most pieces are sold to around Humboldt county.

[@gritandglam1815]

I have never seen a Goodwill outlet with so few shoppers. I would deal with the smell for the opportunity to shop bins with no one shoving me out of their way.

[@TheAntiqBoutiq]

Same here with the smelly moldiness at the bins. I do think they leave it in the rain.

[@nancyhinds3821]

Someone just bought the same candle a day or so ago. Many outlets have trash compactors.

[@vintagegal4919]

Crazy Lamp Lady Jocelyn just picked up that exact carousel candle on one of her last goodwill videos, but I think she had to pay $6.99 lol

[@johndavidson8703]

Great vid, Karen. I hope to someday be able to sell +10k /month. That would be amazing. My bin store is always crowded, but it doesn't smell. People are kind. Can't believe that bin store was so empty of people. When my wife and I go to the bins we always wear gloves. LOVE your basement setup.....one question...where do you have things like Christmas decor that you are NOT selling but use to decorate for holidays? Seems your whole basement is your store inventory...unless your basement is bigger than we can tell.

[@lavenderclothesline]

The corner with the washer dryer has personal items in bins but I also have a garage

[@HannahBMann]

I cut itchy tags out of my own clothes...maybe the case sometimes with items at Goodwill, like the Ping hoodie?

[@enidpolanco1900]

Sorry pressed the send to soon . I live in NYC and it’s much cleaner especially the one in New Jersey. I did find some good items in PA

[@janegavin4635]

Wow, your impressive

[@Herrevolutioncollective]

I want to do this. This would be a tremendous help.

[@dorothyrobdau7365]

I think the mini mice nativity set is so cute to have for the young children to relate and appreciate the Christmas story. Not a problem , just cute and relevant for the wee ones.

[@neoanderson726]

yeah my bin in Hudson Nh is disgusting as well ... everything broken. empty boxes just trash sadly

[@MelissaSmith-hs8ed]

Id really like to have a burlap looking bag that you use in these videos. Have you thought about making them as merch with the go out and get what's yours logo?

[@lavenderclothesline]

Too expensive to produce, I have 2 , cost was $80 each ( they were presents from my kids)

[@shawndakramer7352]

I have a similar inventory system as you. Where I combine like items. Starting to think about doing a number system going forward. Your thoughts or anyone else?

[@PepperBuddyRosie12]

How do you figure shipping when you list your items?

[@doloresnorton8566]

My goodwill bins is messy but never gross or smelly

[@Brandon-bc5um]

Haha the jesus mouse part made me smile, glad you left it in! Do you mainly source from thrift stores? I live in PA too but I dont drive so im finding it a bit tough sourcing in my area.

[@lavenderclothesline]

I source from anywhere I can make a profit 😂

[@tanyasimerly7674]

Learning so much from you! Question: is that a Bandolier phone lanyard? Or is it a different brand?💕

[@lavenderclothesline]

It’s a Bandolier ( worth every penny!) and im hard on my cases

[@tanyasimerly7674]

@@lavenderclothesline thank you Karen….. good to know!

[@debdd7]

Oh my, i saw the Ghostbusters proton backpack. My son collects Ghostbusters. Does the guy still have it?

[@enidpolanco1900]

I’ve been to that goodwill outlet when I visit my niece in PA not only does it smell but they pile clothing way too high, I live in

[@SonomaMom2]

It’s so crazy the way everyone is shopping! We still have a mask mandate and cannot enter a store without one 😷

[@KathyDoucette]

For some reason people like to leave their donations in their truck beds or yards overnight even if it is going to rain. Things get wet/damp and they still donate them. Could be where the mold smell is coming from.

[@atomicredhead]

Hi Karen. Can I ask where you get the huge bags of peanuts? I've been buying the 60 gal. Bags, but going through them pretty fast. Thanks so much

[@lavenderclothesline]

UPS, my local store. I pay $32.00-34.00 each

[@atomicredhead]

@@lavenderclothesline great! Thanks so much.

[@mitzi1726]

I do mot understand goodwill either. It's not like you can bring it back. Yes, I do peel back and I do not feel bad about it. They are trying to make money and so am I.

[@laurindamclean7510]

Just catching up on some of your.videos... I don't think Jesus would have an issue with the mouse nativity scene and I was wishing I had bought it... :(. He does have a tender heart... I agree with you completely!!

[@veinuj]

This is a great video! I love the music, what’s the name of the song? Our bins put any glassware on a separate table so that it’s not mixed in with the other stuff. I find some good things at the bins and so far I haven’t seen or smelled mold.

[@lavenderclothesline]

The song is in the library of the editing software that we use for the channel

[@karinwullfrodt]

you are the loveliest, absolutly god won't get mad he is pure love to us! It was a miracle to me to find you, thank you!

[@lunar932]

8 $ not much money but I always look different way... I can buy 3 cottage cheese for my 4 dogs... or 2 lb ground turkey for dogs and feed for 2 days... one bag of treats... So looks pretty good

[@haunanipalama7037]

Shared!! Let's get her to 100K subscibers!!