Remarkable Resale: Some say it, but this shop does it!

Posted by Auntie Kate of Too Good to be Threw

I’ve known Kitty forever… or at least it seems that way, because she is a vibrant part of the resale industry. Long-time Board member and current President of The Association of Resale Professionals, her wisdom and professionalism are well-evident to her long-time customers and consignors. We’re so pleased that she agreed to this e-interview, and we are excited to spotlight her shop on our blog!

What you will find in the stop: A huge selection of stylish fashions for the entire family and home. From babies to moms and dads, there are enticing departments of in-style clothing and accessories for everyone in this 7500 square foot store. Since items must be three years old or newer to be accepted, you won’t find items from your grandma’s closet. There’s also an ever-changing great selection of home décor and small furniture.

Who you will meet in the store: A great group of gals of all ages work to make customers feel welcome. “We love to meet new people and spoil our old friends,” says Kitty Boyce, owner.

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Whatever you call it, Resale Means Cash in your Pocket!

Posted by Auntie Kate of Too Good to be Threw

It’s easy to get confused about just what type of resale store you’re dealing with. Did you know that a thrift shop can be a for-profit business with little or no money going to charity? Or that many consignment shops are much more charitably-focused than you might think? Or that Buffalo Exchange is NOT a consignment shop?

Read what the industry expert says is the difference between consignment, resale and thrift

Never-say-Die Denim

Posted by Auntie Kate of Too Good to be Threw

Ah, we love our jeans. And our denim skirts.

But sometimes, those jeans just need to be

Remodeled, Re-invented and RePurposed.

And oh, do we have ideas for you!

Amazingly cute: Shedding light on your old jeans!

Source: 10marifet.org via Kate on Pinterest

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Don’t you love tips? Here’s 101 of them.

Posted by Auntie Kate of Too Good to be Threw

I love to collect tips of all sorts. You love fashion.

These guys have done a wonderful job of collecting up

101 Fashion Tips & Tricks.

Which are your favorites? I’m going with #97. Not that I’d actually waste good vodka, but … And I have lived my life according to #31. But beware! Tip #5 is

TOTALLY USELESS

to smart resale, consignment and thrift buyers, and is actually a big no-no. Just sayin’

What resale shopkeepers wish they could tell you

Posted by Auntie Kate of Too Good to be Threw

If you know a resale shopkeeper, you probably know that she or he can talk about the industry ’til the cows come home.

Why shop resale, how to shop resale, what to do to make your items sell, and even the first steps to take if you want to open a consignment shop or start a resale store.

And here’s what you’d hear, straight from the horse’s mouth: