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If you’re selling vintage, both platforms can work really well—just in different ways. Here’s a quick, honest breakdown: Etsy – Pros ✅ Strong audience for vintage, handmade, and curated aesthetics ✅ Listings feel more like a boutique storefront ✅ Buyers often expect (and accept) higher price points Etsy – Cons ❌ Less visibility if you don’t niche down or brand well ❌ Algorithm favors consistent new listings & ads ❌ Trend-driven—what sells can change fast Right now , I only use eBay so I think it’s interesting to learn . If you’ve used Etsy, eBay, or both— 👉 Which platform do you enjoy selling on more, and why? 👉 Are you team fast flips or slow, higher-profit sales? Drop your experience below 👇 Let’s learn from each other.

Hey! Just wanted to start a community of like minded vintage lovers, re-sellers and shoppers. Based in FL but welcome to anyone and everyone! Where are your best thrifting sources? AND what place has surprised you the most? Good or bad? For me, Goodwill is my staple. Some of my surprise favs have been Salvation Army and honestly....getting free stuff of FB marketplace.

So... are we all just adults who forgot how much we love show and tell? Some have sold, some have not. I would love any thoughts, comments, ideas. What do you search for and how does something catch your eye for yourself or for reselling? Here are some of my latest finds, forgive the photography!