Clothing can be one of the most unpredictable categories for John as an antique and vintage seller. Some months, everything flies out the door, and other times it just sits. In this episode, we break down the clothing items that are actually selling for him right now. From 1970s and 1980s fashion, varsity jackets, fur coats, and Harley Davidson boots to designer pieces like Juicy Couture, Ralph Lauren, Coach, and Michael Kors, we talk about what buyers are searching for and what’s worth picking up at garage sales and estate sales. We also cover sports jerseys, graphic T-shirts (think Christmas and Star Wars), cowboy boots, prom dresses, vintage jewelry, and designer shoes. And be sure to stay tuned to the end, where we reveal one of the strangest clothing items John consistently manages to sell.

In this episode, we dive into some surprising items and categories John is having luck selling in his online antiques and collectibles shops: from overlooked smalls like vintage lapel pins, tie tacks, and band patches (think Spinal Tap and Black Sabbath) to chipped but still desirable 1800s transferware like Mulberry pieces. We also talk about some wintertime sourcing issues (fewer estate sales, but still hidden garage sale wins), and why antique store owners are actually becoming key buyers. Plus, we cover surprising fast-movers like ephemera as craft supplies, and nostalgic toys (think unboxed Star Wars figures and classic cap guns). This quick episode is all about spotting often overlooked inventory so you can turn your own odd finds into consistent sales.

In this Q&A episode, we break down selling antiques and collectibles online with a side-by-side comparison of eBay vs Etsy. John actually dug into his numbers on both, so you want to hear this...and, he lets you know the techniques he's used to make each platform profitable. He also shares his weekly schedule that keeps listing and inventory management doable and makes mundane activities less of a grind. Perfect for beginners and experienced vintage resellers looking to grow sales and work more efficiently.

For this Q&A, we answer listeners' questions about the most common scams John has faced in his 10+ years as an online dealer (including buyer high-pressure tactics). John also goes into depth about his current photography setup: camera preference, lighting, sizing references, etc. And if you're struggling with mounds of paperwork, John offers advice on recordkeeping: organizing inventory, tracking sales, and managing monthly profit and loss so you know exactly what's selling and where your money is going. This episode offers a ton of advice for streamlining your business. Stay tuned for next week's episode, where we address even more listener questions!

In this episode, we explore the hidden market for antique accessories and vintage replacement parts: Depression glass lids, cookie jar lids, transferware lids, sugar bowl spoons, cruet stands, dust jackets, antique boxes, foam inserts, doll clothes, Star Wars toy parts, game tokens, kerosene lamp parts, appliance cords, and original packaging. Learn where to find antique replacement pieces at estate sales, auctions, and garage sales, and how to research, identify, measure, and price old lids, glassware parts, pottery pieces, and collectible toy accessories accurately. Whether you’re an antique dealer, vintage reseller, booth owner, or collector searching for a missing or broken piece, this episode covers how to buy and sell antique replacement parts the right way.

Did you make a bunch of New Year's resolutions for your biz in '26, and now, it feels like those resolutions are falling apart? It's absolutely not your fault. So much of the antiques and collectibles business is out of your hands. In this episode, we dig into our own January numbers, shifting buyer behavior, and what’s actually selling right now (and at what price points). We talk about pivoting inventory, pricing realistically, thinking beyond collectors, and reframing how you might approach the next six months in your online store. This is all about real talk from a real online seller. No hype, just strategy.

Ah, yes, we're sure you see what we did there in that title. In all seriousness, in this episode, we break down transportation-related antiques and collectibles that actually sell, with a special focus on cross-collectibles like ephemera, toys, advertising, and signage. We also talk about slightly lesser-known railroad items (Fred Harvey), and dish on some long-gone items that we wish we'd hung onto.

Americana collectibles tell the story of American life through the decades, and with America’s 250th birthday approaching, we're anticipating demand rising across the antiques and vintage market. In this episode, we define what counts as Americana and highlight high-interest categories for sellers, including ephemera, military photographs, Norman Rockwell and Saturday Evening Post covers, folk art, vintage cookbooks, sports memorabilia, rock and roll records, automobilia and petroliana, political buttons, Native pottery, early radios, and red, white, and blue nostalgia. This episode will put you in a true “baseball and apple pie” frame of mind as you source antiques and collectibles that connect with buyers.