What Sells in my Booth

The question you all want to know - What sells for me in my booth. I reflect back on my top items that sold in volume not price from last year. The answers even surprised me. #antiqueboothowners #whatsells
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[@heather368]

One thing that I do for small random things is that I save salsa, pasta, pickle ect. jars and clean them, paint the lid, usually Matt black, and fill them with interesting things with a nice mix of textures. They sell every time and don’t cost me anything to do.

[@theturnedleg]

I have seen mason jars like this...but using whatever you have is a great idea. Thank you for sharing!

[@Hedgerowemma]

What a beautiful idea. ❤

[@cmurphy2567]

I’ve noticed vintages hankies are selling at our co-op. I work the front register. Also, sterling silver jewelry and tools. I make repair/reuse jewelry grab bags and they do pretty well. It helps me move the less sellable jewelry I get in lots. Crafters will reuse the beads- it’s a good way to save nice beads. Small bags or $3 to $5. I invested in a heat sealer so I can easily seal small plastic bags. Loved this video!! Great information. Thank you.

[@theturnedleg]

Heat sealer is an excellent idea. Thank you for sharing!

[@fadedbutdesiredtreasures932]

Just opening up a booth for the first time. I have binge watched your videos. So thankful for your information. I am in Arkansas

[@theturnedleg]

So glad it has been helpful. Best of luck to you and your new booth.

[@junkingwithlou]

You’re singing my song about smalls lol 😂. Thanks so much for the shout out. Really appreciate all of your support.

[@theturnedleg]

Of course, my friend. You inspire me so much and your booth is AWESOME.

[@julsjewels3185]

I am rural north west PA. Pyrex, Jadite, vintage Christmas has been selling. I was able to sell two sets of Christmas glasses! Metals that sell tarnished silver and brass. Old advertising sells. I sell surprise boxes too. Helps pay the rent!

[@theturnedleg]

Thank you for sharing. I am overwhelmed by all the dealers here across the US.

[@silverstatepicks]

My booth is located in Utah (I'm Nevada) kicked butt all year. Have a difficult time selling alcohol related items but did sell a cooler. Mcm Head vases, uranium glass, Pyrex, camping and old toys, old license plates and clean good sneakers all did wonderful last year. Smalls, i bag up unopened happy meals toys with the box, plastic bag it and sell them for 6-10$. I bag up old matchbox cars, colorful kitchen utensils, pillows & throws are kept priced reasonably. Cameras and old radios do very well also. Side note: if your going to sell license plates, please wash them in soapy water and dry well, enclose them in a plastic sleeve/ tape ( those things can stink!) I also type and print out information on an item if needed ( cameras 35mm) or if something has a history and its interesting!

[@theturnedleg]

Sounds like you have a great booth. Thank you for sharing. I have never had a stinky license plate, but I will be washing all mine well in the future just in case.

[@elainebolten5205]

It's always good to see what sells in different parts of the country, thanks for sharing☺! I have always been big on smalls- I do sell bigger higher dollar things, but love my smalls. Most of mine are $10 or less. I have been selling quite a few books and pictures too.

[@theturnedleg]

Yep...$10 or less.

[@PeonyLadyKim]

Great video Christina - thanks for posting this. I have a small space in an Antique shop in Fairbanks, Alaska (Blue Door Antiques). Everything you said would apply to us up here in the middle of Alaska too. Smalls, brass, pictures, grab bags, dog and cat items, uranium glass, and an item you didn't mention- Stickers ! For me personally - in addition to what I mentioned, I did well with hand knit and other wool sweaters afgans and wool blankets. I work one or two days at the cash register and wrapped up quite a bit of colored glassware too. Clear glassware sitting makes me very sad as I have a ton of it that I inherited from my Mother-in-law that I would like to sell. But hearing about milk glass makes me Happy as I have some of that too. I think you are so right in saying that we need to help our customers see how to use some of these items as not everyone is as creative as we are :).

[@theturnedleg]

Thank you so much for watching and sharing. I would love to go antiquing in Alaska one day. You have a beautiful state. Thanks for mentioning stickers. Thanks for watching. Take care!

[@chandaharkins4418]

It's so interesting to hear what sells in another state. I only focus on certain things in my booth, but brass is one (because I love it) and it's selling like crazy for me here in North Georgia.

[@theturnedleg]

Thank you for sharing. The comments on this video have been so interesting.

[@you-niquebou-tique4320]

Hey Christina, great meeting you today on my trip up from Toledo! Smalls are definitely king in my area too. It's been a harder turn for us at You-nique Bou-tique, as we only sold women's fashion for 15 years. So moving into this upcycled home decor and vintage and painted furniture world is a whole new learning curve but I am having fun and has given me a shot in the arm for my own creativity. Can't wait to delve into my box of goodies from your booth today!

[@theturnedleg]

It was my pleasure to meet you today. You made my day. Thanks for stopping by. I hope to get down to visit your store, too. Take care and have fun with all those creative relief supplies.

[@craftidly]

I agree, here in western PA, smalls sell! I sell small bags of miniatures too and they sell steadily. I also bagged up excess craft supplies and some of those sold. Painted furniture did not sell at all, still trying to move the pieces I have and won't buy more. Paintings and framed prints started selling quickly. Never sold well before so trends do change. Hoping that's so with painted furniture this year. Anything brass sells well if you can find it. Thank you for the info you share in your videos. It's very helpful. I plan to promote my vintage booth with a new website and KZbin videos (a little nervous) but why not!

[@Redouxinteriors]

Love this! I have neglected my booth and this is so helpful!

[@theturnedleg]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lynny6754]

I don't have a booth, but I am a reseller. Rare vintage Pyrex sells well, but you must do your research because not all Pyrex does well. Also, it needs to be in good shape (no chips or strong hazing). Vintage Christmas and Halloween are good sellers, but the same as above (research and condition). In addition, 1980s are beginning to trend.

[@treenaneg]

Yes the 80’s decor is emerging here in Southern California 🥰

[@patriciagoldsmith8667]

Down here in the Deep South we are seeing a renewed interest in uranium glass that took me by surprise. We sell a lot of pieces at prices I would not have expected. Colored vintage swung vases are very popular along with vintage stretch vases. We also sell alot of vintage Fenton and Imperial Bells. Anything pretty and colorful tends to go for really good prices. Glass is not my favorite thing to sell due to the risk of breakage, but it does well so we sell it. Milk glass hasn't realized the same interest here as its colorful counterpart. Another popular item has been Snoopy items. I bought someone's collection and was surprised to find it had such value. Vintage toys in general sell well and I am always looking for them. I have to admit I enjoy helping people relive some of their childhood memories and it is fun to see the toys in my booth until they sell. Our booths are stocked with a hodge podge of other things because who knows what the next person in will be looking to buy. Junk bags people can see into sell a bit, but grab bags are a bust here. I suspect it is due to too many sellers offering low value in their bags so people are afraid to risk it. I have had to mark mine down in an effort to clear them out. I personally love a good grab bag, but I can see their point after having bought some that weren't worth the bag they came in.

[@theturnedleg]

Thank you for sharing what sells in your area. Yep one yucky grab bag can spoil it for everyone.

[@lylacrawford1827]

I love those little $5.00 bags of stuff. I make vintage assemblages and those little bags always have things I can use. Good video.

[@theturnedleg]

Thanks for watching!

[@karenbutcher5921]

Yes, staging is everything but I’m not good at it! Do you know any channels that help with that?

[@heather368]

@@karenbutcher5921Amanda’s mercantile. She’s amazing at it.

[@margaritajohnson3809]

Thank you for sharing good ideas 😊

[@theturnedleg]

You are very welcome!

[@barbaraklee5655]

Love that you mention how location makes all the difference on sales! I swear if I see ONE more eBay printout …..

[@lindamorgan7568]

Enjoy watching and listening to you; such nicely created videos. I also have been selling brass items. Brass may not fly off shelves but they do move in a reasonable amount of time. I have a beautiful, large, brass horse on his hind legs figurine which is not selling yet.

[@sandrasargeant3020]

I recently discovered you on FB, and I'm hooked! Thanks so much for your guiding wisdom for those of us who share a love for used yet beautiful things and a passion for finding them a home. 🌼

[@theturnedleg]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@theshabbyvintagebelle1875]

Always cool to see what’s selling in different booths…thanks for the video!

[@theturnedleg]

Thanks for watching.

[@daniellerequa7191]

All the same here in Austin. I am personally on the hunt for colored depression glass. So gorgeous!😊

[@theturnedleg]

Depression glass is lovely.

[@debbieriddle9429]

I saw a pretty good collection of Uranium glass yesterday in a real junk store, in a small town. There were about a dozen small pieces. Their prices come down monthly. I'm not that crazy about it for myself, but it was a great price. I have to go back next Saturday, and may pick up a few pieces. I did find a Hobnail Ice Bucket for $5 at the flea market, and have a new found love for milk glass. It's everywhere here in Florida. I too, love grab bags...I love to craft. Brass is big here too.

[@theturnedleg]

Thanks for sharing

[@audreydale4052]

Super interesting video! I am in south Texas so I will try out some books and junk bags. I have tried all kinds of paintings/artwork with no luck...

[@theturnedleg]

Hope it helps. Curious to know how it will do in your area.

[@777Iwish]

great, informative even though I don't have a shop.👍

[@theturnedleg]

Thanks for watching!

[@donnawilkes8954]

Smalls and walls selling here in South Carolina. Clear glass is a waste of space. Our mall manager has a rule: absolutely no zipper plastic bags. Even if I staple a topper across the zipper. I get around it by buying archival poly sleeves. Thanks for the tips. Oh, I sold one end table in December. Furniture used to fly out. Now it sits.

[@theturnedleg]

Clear glass = waste of space....lol. I have seen the "bags" done in mason jars, too...just an idea. Furniture is slower for me, but still selling...painted and unpainted. I think people are just really watching spending and trying to make smart choices. Thanks for sharing!

[@donnawilkes8954]

Our area is nearing the tourist season. Starting in middle of February will be horse racing steeplechase, pacers, and dressage. Brings in hundreds every weekend. Then March the Masters and Heritage golf tournaments. So horse and golf stuff is a must.

[@Rebecca-Anne]

What great ideas! I was taking notes. ☺

[@karenbutcher5921]

So glad I found your channel! 😊 I’m from Port Huron and just started with some shelves in Everything Antiques Classics. This was so helpful. I can’t wait to wonder down to your booth. Where do you shop? Estate sales? Thrift stores? I just found an amazing thrift store in Mt. Clemons. Not sure you know where these cities are but I’m not too far from Detroit.

[@theturnedleg]

Thanks for watching. I have thrifted all over...

[@jackieblodgett2799]

The only books that sell for me are Little Golden Books. My booth has zero child stuff except those books and they go!! Maybe reminds people of when they were kids or when their kids were small?? Clear glass is a loser. My biggest seller this year - ART ART ART!! All sizes. Couldn’t stock it fast enough!! TFS❤❤❤

[@KMF3]

Art is so hard to sell here in southern Arizona. Everyone always says they have nowhere to put it. Maybe it's because we have a large retired population and snowbird population.

[@theturnedleg]

Golden Books are big here, too...getting harder to find.

[@heather368]

Two reasons I think people buy them is if they like to paint or draw they use the illustrations as reference and also it’s a big trend for baby showers , people will be instructed to bring a child’s book, they specify either new or old , instead of a card.

[@bobbiemelvin78]

People use them for Junk journals too

[@carolegernett4351]

I sell lots of cat and dog figurines, salt and pepper shakers its my bread and butter. Also milk glass sells well for me as well as ANYTHING chicken ro rooster. I am in NJ

[@theturnedleg]

Thanks for sharing!

[@alisonthefrenchswan1407]

My son and I have 2 booths near Dallas - one upscale, one trendy. Agree with all listed in your video but havent tried uranium glass. Also instead of grab bags i do everything in this basket is $1 each. I get rid of smalls that i have that havent sold in a while. We also do well with crystal and English teacups/saucers - sell yearound. Unique items, such as large ceramic cat or set of decorative knight statues sell almost immediately. Things you dont see everywhere. Small artwork has been selling quickly. We try to do fun groupings, such as a collection of french or english themed items. Love your videos - keep it up!

[@theturnedleg]

Thank you for watching and for sharing what sells for you.

[@silverstatepicks]

I forgot to say this important thing...GO LIONS!!!!!!

[@theturnedleg]

Yes. Go Lions!

[@rhondasales5176]

I love in Colorado and have a booth. My biggest items that sell is brass. I can't keep it. Gone the next day. Tyfs

[@theturnedleg]

Same here in Michigan.

[@tfntexas]

Thanks for all the tips and the great video!

[@theturnedleg]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kraftykathy.]

I had a booth here in Chattanooga, tn…and not much sold at ALL - idk if it was location or what…but it sucked

[@robinpedigo8370]

I live near Chattanooga but my booth is in Fort Payne,AL due to the amount of traffic. Chattanooga is a frustrating market. I do better with pop up markets in that area.

[@patriciagoldsmith8667]

We use to love driving over the state line up to Chattanooga for the day to antique, but the traffic there is so insane now that it doesn't hold the same lure. Just getting in and out of the city eats up so much time.

[@KMF3]

So sorry. And you have such cute stuff.

[@theturnedleg]

Finding the right mall is so important.

[@zonyasvintage7859]

Super interesting! And helpful

[@theturnedleg]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Thestudio51]

This month I have sold Old gas can, men’s coats, brass, old enamel ware, rusty bucket, Disney items. I have a very random booth and random layout.

[@theturnedleg]

Thanks for sharing!

[@karen.asecondchance]

January has been very unusual this year for sales...we are in Virginia and it has been freezing but sales have been hot. Maybe too cold to go outside so go antiquing 🤷‍♀️. Whatever the reason I'll take it 😃

[@theturnedleg]

Wonderful news!

[@cyndijobes]

Great tips. Thanks very much.

[@theturnedleg]

Thank you for watching!

[@nancyhibiske246]

Yes, smalls sell! I sold a lot of dog and cat figurines in the first half of 2023. Now, not so much. I have a large collection of NASCAR diecast cars (1/24 and 1/64 scale) with original boxes and they sell consistently. I have a booth at Capital Antiques in Allen, Michigan and I get a lot of business from people coming to Michigan International Speedway. Thank you for your fun and educational videos!

[@theturnedleg]

Love how you capitalized on what is nearby...great thinking...nascar/hot wheels / die cast cars are popular in my mall, too. Thanks for watching.

[@deborahwilson3217]

How much do you sell the 1/24 size for; particularly the Anniversary gold? I have 8 of them that have not moved. I thought they would be hit in our area, so maybe it’s pricing.

[@nancyhibiske246]

@@deborahwilson3217 Lots of variable to take in consideration on pricing, but I usually get about $35 each for the gold ones. Most of my gold were 1995 - 2000 #5 Kellogg Terry Labonte + box. My goal is volume because I have about 600 diecasts. So much depends on the driver and the design/sponsor of the car.

[@deborahwilson3217]

Thanks! We are NASCAR country here in Charlotte, but I’ve marked mine down a couple of times. Sold only one for $20 during Christmas…but that’s it. Helpful info, though.

[@nancyhibiske246]

@@deborahwilson3217 You are definitely in the heart of NASCAR country! I wonder if your market is saturated.

[@SparksofJoyStudio]

This was really helpful! Thank you! New subscriber 😊

[@theturnedleg]

Yay! Thank you!

[@603bornlivefreeordie5]

wade figures still come in my red rose tea, been drinking it since I was2, I'm 70. I've also been a dealer since I was about 17, still am, 1740 Farmhouse . JUST joined Facebook, so I'll see how it goes.

[@theturnedleg]

The wade figures do. I didn't know that. Thank you for sharing. Welcome to FB.

[@mkborders113]

Vintage Christmas

[@fluffyotter1601]

Thoroughly enjoying your channel😊 I have quite a bit of uranium glass in my shop, while seemingly popular…I need to showcase it better:) Regarding the “dogs”, what’s your price point, my collection is priced $5-$8 each and just not selling. In my “tightwad” area increasing numbers of buyers are image searching EVERYTHING….only purchasing items they can flip. Had a woman yesterday in my large shop/booth image searching for 30 minutes….Also,I’ve heard from others..that unscrupulous resellers/flippers are photographing high end items from other’s shops and posting the items on eBay auctions…if the items sell, then the unscrupulous reseller/flipper will buy your item….and send it off to new buyer😡 Details welcomed…. If you have additional info on exactly how these scammers are operating?! A Reseller I know….his expensive vintage advertising signs that are in his shop were showing up on eBay auctions for sale…..(very easily identifiable, age and wear/damage marks).😡 Disclaimer….”unscrupulous” being the key word! Thank you….good video😊you always provide useful information:)

[@theturnedleg]

Thanks for watching. My dogs are usually twice the price you are charging...but every area is different. nothing wrong with customers image searching..we all are in the business to resell. I really just worry about my booth and my items and make sure I am getting the price point I want. Best of luck to you!

[@robertnoble7913]

Bags of junk are one of my favorite things!

[@theturnedleg]

Mine, too.

[@spudspuddy]

funny cos wade wimsies just don't sell in England and we have millions of the pesky little things, our charity shops have boxes of them

[@theturnedleg]

Maybe I need to convince some in the UK to ship them to me...too funny!

[@vintagevisionsales]

I love your videos! I have an antique house with vintage and antiques everywhere. I have a tour of the house if anyone is interested.

[@cindyspear1082]

Cats sell well for me.

[@theturnedleg]

So funny…I tried cats..but not big in my area. Thanks for sharing

[@lornahunter3444]

We aren't allowed to sell items under $10. And you can't use a credit card for under $20. 😢

[@theturnedleg]

Well maybe that is good...higher sales?