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September 21, 2025 Sentimental Stuff

Found Good Things in My “Death Pile” and What’s Selling

I almost went to an estate sale on Monday, but stopped myself. Instead I put on my big girl pants

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August 22, 2025 Sentimental Stuff

Profits from Small Niches

Many of us who resell vintage and antique things have our big niches, our specialties, be it jewelry or mid-century

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August 6, 2025 Sentimental Stuff

Selling Decorative Boxes

I’ve always liked small decorative boxes and for a time had a collection (so I’m a bit biased) but I

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February 13, 2025 Sentimental Stuff

Pricing a Civil-War Era Goblet

As I whittle down my last death pile items, I pulled out a silver goblet. Heavily tarnished I managed to

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December 27, 2024 Sentimental Stuff

End-of-December Biz Update

For all of you “in the vintage selling biz” I know you’ve likely had some ups and downs this year

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December 22, 2024 Sentimental Stuff

Trying to Find Something to Buy

Normally I spend $100 to $350 a month on vintage and antique items for my Etsy store. This month I’ve

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December 18, 2024 Sentimental Stuff

Another Jewelry Bag Destash

Since my first jewelry bag sold so quickly, I decided to create another one with mid-century-era necklaces and chokers. These

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December 14, 2024 Sentimental Stuff

December’s Slow Start…

Sales this month have only been a fraction of what they normally are which has surprised the heck out of

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December 4, 2024 Sentimental Stuff

“Potty” for Handmade Pottery

I adore handmade pottery and buy pieces both for myself and my vintage business. But what I discovered, which will

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July 14, 2024 Sentimental Stuff

Finally…Time for a Little Hunting

Lately I’ve been diligently staying home and listing older stock in my Etsy store. It’s tedious, but needs to be

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After years of collecting I’ve channeled my passion for vintage things into a small business. In this blog I share my favorite finds, adventures and life lessons learned along the way. Don’t be a stranger!

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