tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34349265431658167782024-03-13T04:47:08.351-05:00Buffalo Plaid VintageFun vintage decor and moreTamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.comBlogger97125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-49582594547677543642014-01-26T18:58:00.001-06:002014-01-26T18:58:12.555-06:00How To Get More Sales on Etsy Part 6 of 6Thanks for sticking it out with me – we are finally on to our last post! I’ve learned a lot from these seasoned vintage sellers. Here are a few parting words of advice:<br />
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What are your top three tips for getting more customers on Etsy? <br />
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Stacey from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/vintagejane?ref=pr_shop_more"><span style="color: #cc3300;">Vintage
Jane</span></a> says “I have a lot of repeat costumers, so customer service is very important to me. I always ship out quickly, communicate often, and am always fair and kind. It also takes time to get your shop noticed, and list as many items as you can.<br />
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Laura from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PeachyChicBoutique?ref=pr_shop_more"><span style="color: #cc3300;">Peachy
Chic Boutique</span></a> gives this advice:<br />
1. Choose items the market wants (make adjustments as you go).<br />
2. Choose language for titles customers will search for to find that item.<br />
3. Good pictures will get you into treasuries & more exposure.<br />
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Susan from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/CalloohCallay?ref=pr_shop_more"><span style="color: #cc3300;">Callooh
Callay</span></a> said “(1) have wonderful products, and do your research on how to present them and what key words to use; (2) take great pictures; (3) get out there and promote it in whatever way you choose (ads, blogs, treasuries, Twitter, etc.)--don't just expect people to find you.”<br />
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Finally, Cindy from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TwoDogVintage?ref=pr_shop_more"><span style="color: #cc3300;">Two Dog
Vintage</span></a> says:<br />
1. Great descriptors in your tags and titles<br />
2. Make sure the first photo - the one that shows up in the search listings - is a great photo.<br />
3. Tenacity - you can't post three items and sit around for 4 months waiting for them sell. If you treat your shop like a business (show up every day and do the work to make it successful) it will be!<br />
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Do you have any tips you would like to share. To see the complete series, <a href="http://www.thegypsychixcompany.com/search/label/Etsy" target="_blank">click here</a>.
Please visit The Gypsy Chix Company on Etsy for all your vintage needs! <br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/174380062/red-lantern-wingedwheel-no-350-red-oil?ref=shop_home_feat_3" target="_blank">Red Lantern</a> Winged Wheel from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany" target="_blank">The Gypsy Chix Company</a> <br />
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<br />Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-29448887226275319292013-08-01T07:54:00.002-05:002013-08-01T07:54:18.530-05:00How to Get More Sales on Etsy Part 5 of 6How to get more sales on Etsy, tell me more! This week we take a look at <span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">Pictures and the Front Page of Etsy</span>. Our panel of vintage shop owners provides some pretty solid advice regarding this topic. Click <u><a href="http://www.thegypsychixcompany.com/search/label/Etsy" target="_blank">here</a></u> to read Parts 1 thru 4. <br />
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Pictures – any advice?<br />
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Gina from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/rustysecrets?ref=pr_shop_more4">Rusty Secrets</a> said “I try to take good pictures which will draw others to want to use my item in a Treasury. I have found that having an item featured in a Treasury brings my shop a lot of attention and some business.” <br />
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Stacey from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/vintagejane?ref=pr_shop_more">Vintage Jane</a> said “use natural light, play around with camera, get many angles, and show how the item could be used.” <br />
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I got this advice from one shop owner: “The clearer the better, Etsy has good advice on how to brighten your photos. I try to show my items - warts and all. Show up close, eye level, looking down, etc. I take way too many photos for one item so I can pick the best and most interesting. One thing though...I notice a lot sellers cut off their products when viewing them with a list of similar items on Etsy. The pictures look great when you click on them and are able see the whole shot, but I'd rather you see mine right away. Focus on the product and not a pretty picture you think Etsy might like. Lastly, not everything looks good on a white background (aka clear glass bottles)” <br />
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Laura from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PeachyChicBoutique?ref=pr_shop_more">Peachy Chic Boutique</a> said “keep working on improving your pictures. Study other shops for background, staging, & prop, ideas. Again, I generally follow this formula: <br />
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· 1st photo is your money shot. Make it an "action" (on a slant) pic if you can. <br />
· Next, close up shot. <br />
· Next, take a measurement shot. <br />
· A back or label photo <br />
· Nice ending photo...I always add one pic showing the full item. <br />
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The best photo advice: “<span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: large;">photos are for INFORMATION</span>...this is what they need to give the buyers, as well as being attractive. I often will do a collage of pics if I need more than 5 shots. I use Photoscape which is a free download & simple to use.” <br />
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Susan from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/CalloohCallay?ref=pr_shop_more">Callooh Callay</a> said “My main advice about pictures is to keep learning and improving. It's worth investing in a good camera and learning what you can about how to use it, plus keep innovating (changing backgrounds, trying different lighting, etc.). This is one of the most critical areas for your shop. <br />
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Cindy from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TwoDogVintage?ref=pr_shop_more">Two Dog Vintage</a> said “Good, natural, medium light - NO FLASH!! – and a decent photo editing program. Did I mention NO FLASH?!! Use photo editing software to brighten and add contrast. Make sure your item fills the shot and set your camera on the highest resolution. It's better to have to resize your too-big pics than have shots so tiny that no one can get a good look at the items.”<br />
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Analysis: Personally, this has been the thorn in my side! Some people have amazing product pictures which makes me WANT to buy their item. I hope to take a little advice from each shop owner and apply it over the next several weeks to “up” my game and really show my products off. I hope you will be able to take something away from this as well. Do you have any picture advice you would like to share?<br />
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Have you ever been on the Front Page of Etsy or been mentioned in an Etsy Blog? <br />
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Stacey from Vintage Jane said “I’ve been on the Front page several times....through others Treasuries.....been in several of Etsy's articles. Great, free exposure.....just luck, really....but Etsy Admin uses Etsy to "search" items for their articles, so Key words so important!” <br />
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Susan from Callooh Callay said “I've been on the front page a number of times and had my items featured in Etsy Finds, the blog, etc. I think being in a lot of treasuries helps because then Etsy Admin sees you there. To be in treasuries, you need to (1) have good pictures and (2) make a lot of treasuries. Listing new items a lot helps too.” <br />
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Cindy from Two Dog Vintage said “I have had items on the front page and in emails many times. I've never been featured on the Etsy blog. When items have been included in the mailings like "Etsy Finds" or "Etsy Gifts" - I get LOTS of favorites for both the item and my shop and occasionally it results in the item selling” <br />
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Analysis: Getting on the Etsy Front Page or being mentioned in an Etsy Blog seems to be a combination of a little luck as well as: <span style="color: #20124d; font-size: large;">frequent listings, good key words, being in treasuries, and great pictures!</span> <br />
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We’ll be wrapping up this series next week with a few parting words of advice from our panel of experts – at least I think they are! I hope you will join us once more<a href="http://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack"></a>. <br />
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Please visit The Gypsy Chix Company on Etsy for all your vintage needs! When you buy at item from the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany">The Gypsy Chix Company</a>, my sincere hope is that it brings back fond memories of a more simple time. If I am having a bad day, all I have to do is walk into an antique or vintage store and my spirits are instantly lifted. All of the modern day stress instantly leaves as I take a leisurely stroll back in time. <br />
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So -- sit back and relax and take a stroll through <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany">The Gypsy Chix Company</a>. I hope you find something that makes you smile and of course it's even better if it's something you can't live without :) <br />
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The Gypsy Chix Company, a place where old sh#t is cool. Every home needs a few fun vintage pieces! <br />
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Check out new additions to my shop! Old shutters turned into jewelry holders or business card holders<br />
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<img alt="Vintage Shutter: Holds Business Cards or small pictures in antique white" src="https://img0.etsystatic.com/020/0/6667921/il_570xN.484441734_r7zg.jpg" width="560" /> <br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/158005042/vintage-shutter-holds-business-cards-or?ref=shop_home_feat" target="_blank">Vintage Shutter</a>: Holds Business Cards or small pictures in antique white from The Gypsy Chix Company<br />
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<img alt="Old Shutter Jewelry Holder or Key Holder Teal Blue with Map inspired Drawer Pull/Knob. Earring holder" src="https://img0.etsystatic.com/017/0/6667921/il_570xN.484447824_j2he.jpg" width="560" /><br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/155415977/old-shutter-jewelry-holder-or-key-holder?ref=shop_home_feat" target="_blank">Old Shutter</a> Jewelry Holder or Key Holder Teal Blue with Map inspired Drawer Pull/Knob. Earring holder from The Gypsy Chix Company<br />
If you like what you see, please come <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany" target="_blank">visit me!</a><br />
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<br />Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-72071163588569477302013-06-17T11:32:00.000-05:002013-08-01T07:24:22.040-05:00How To Get More Etsy Sales Part 4 of 6Wow, we are already on Part 4 of this 6 part series! Click <u><a href="http://www.thegypsychixcompany.com/search/label/Etsy" target="_blank">here</a> </u>to read Parts 1 thru 3. This week, we explore the best way to be “found” on Etsy and key word advice from our top vintage Etsy sellers. Let’s jump right in. <br />
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Out of the hundreds of thousands of items and shops on Etsy – <span style="color: #660000; font-size: large;">what is the best way to be “found”</span> in your experiences? <br />
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Stacey from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/vintagejane?ref=pr_shop_more" target="_blank">Vintage Jane</a> said “Best way to be found is through Etsy "search" <br />
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Laura from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PeachyChicBoutique?ref=pr_shop_more" target="_blank">Peachy Chic Boutique</a> said “I think SEO words are the best way to be found. Describe your item in the exact words you think someone would search for your item. I always put the word Vintage first, if appropriate to the item. Adding a color to the title will help people making treasuries or searching for that color find you. I copy my titles into my tags & separate with commas. I always add my shop name as a tag.” <br />
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Susan from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/CalloohCallay?ref=pr_shop_more" target="_blank">Callooh Callay</a> said “I think paying attention to SEO is one important aspect of being found (don't know what the "most important" is). A lot of people looking for specific vintage items come straight from google, so you have to set the listings up right to come up high in the search.”<br />
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Cindy from Two Dog Vintage said “Key words and good titles. period.” <br />
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Analysis: Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is key to being found in Google Search Results. What is SEO? SEO is a methodology of strategies, techniques and tactics used to increase the amount of visitors to your by obtaining a high-ranking placement in the search results page of major search engines. It includes keywords you use in your listing titles, tags, and text body. <br />
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<span style="color: #073763; font-size: large;">Key Words on Listings –</span> any advice?
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Gina from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/rustysecrets?ref=pr_shop_more4" target="_blank">Rusty Secrets</a> has a lot of good advice: “If something is in my shop for a long time I mark it down substantially and renew the listing, then it usually sells. This tells me my price was too high. When I put something on sale I always try to remember to use "SALE" as a tag word. <br />
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Some good tag words that I use for my items are: shabby antique, shabby primitive, primitive antique, folk art, shabby cottage, PINK, antique victorian, mid century, vintage, etc. Always try to use all 13 tag words. Always list your shop as one of your tag words and any team names you may be a member of.”<br />
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Stacey from Vintage Jane said “use all your options and think like a shopper when listing key words.” Mary Kaye from the Lost Rooms said “Guess work for me, I try to follow Etsy suggestions and when I run out of ideas and I'll save the last two for my team tags, but I do suggest using them all (all 13 tags).” <br />
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Laura from Peachy Chic Boutique said “I use short words in my descriptions. Try to keep it simple with lots of white space. I am not one who usually tells stories or adds an overabundance of research.” I do have a general formula: Description at top with facts of the item, dates, etc...usually copying the title in the first few words again, helps you be found on google (an SEO tip!). Next - description of item conditions, disclosing any flaws, highlighting any points. Lastly, I give size measurements (I always try to include a pic with ruler, also).<br />
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Cindy from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TwoDogVintage?ref=pr_shop_more" target="_blank">Two Dog Vintage</a> said “If you needed to describe something to someone without having the item to show, what words/phrases would you use? Those are the key words you should use on your listing.” Analysis: Always, always use all 13 key word tags. I would also put your shop name as a key word. Think like a shopper – if you were looking for this item on google, what key words would you type in the search box? <br />
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Stay tuned for Part 5 of the series where we will talk about “Pictures” and the Etsy Front page. Please visit <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany">The Gypsy Chix Company</a> on Etsy for all your vintage needs! <br />
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When you buy at item from the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany">The Gypsy Chix Company</a>, my sincere hope is that it brings back fond memories of a more simple time. If I am having a bad day, all I have to do is walk into an antique or vintage store and my spirits are instantly lifted. All of the modern day stress instantly leaves as I take a leisurely stroll back in time. <br />
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So -- sit back and relax and take a stroll through <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany">The Gypsy Chix Company</a>. <br />
I hope you find something that makes you smile and of course it's even better if it's something you can't live without :) <br />
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The Gypsy Chix Company, a place where old sh#t is cool. Every home needs a few fun vintage pieces!<br />
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Check out my new additions to my shop – chalk painted suitcases – great for birthdays, weddings, college graduations!<br />
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<a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-odVa2aOrD_Q/Ub82NWpaRpI/AAAAAAAACLs/7ZcPNBvln3A/s1600-h/vintage%252520suitcases%252520001%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img alt="vintage suitcases 001" border="0" height="429" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-SimWyaQoyF8/Ub82N4wEKpI/AAAAAAAACL0/IEDE6k2M3d0/vintage%252520suitcases%252520001_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border: 0px currentColor; display: inline; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="vintage suitcases 001" width="546" /></a> <br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/126630066/green-vintage-suitcase-chalkboard" target="_blank">Vintage Chalk Painted Suitcase</a><br />
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<a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-XDsTLGbZJp8/Ub82Ov2ZXeI/AAAAAAAACL8/htGOcQnf0tk/s1600-h/vintage%252520suitcases%252520008%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img alt="vintage suitcases 008" border="0" height="426" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-lnGtAwvAhbI/Ub82PbOgxmI/AAAAAAAACME/1jHsQhfzUbg/vintage%252520suitcases%252520008_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border: 0px currentColor; display: inline; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="vintage suitcases 008" width="543" /></a> <br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/126630817/brown-vintage-suitcase-chalkboard" target="_blank">Vintage Brown Chalk Painted Suitcase</a> <br />
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<a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-AUqO9R_IX50/Ub82QJm_gNI/AAAAAAAACMM/D29BkCyHdIg/s1600-h/vintage%252520suitcases%252520013%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img alt="vintage suitcases 013" border="0" height="435" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-_OKsmne1CoE/Ub82Q-VYujI/AAAAAAAACMU/jmraO-v1SEE/vintage%252520suitcases%252520013_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border: 0px currentColor; display: inline; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="vintage suitcases 013" width="544" /></a><br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/126629258/blue-vintage-suitcase-american-tourister" target="_blank">Vintage Blue Chalk Painted Suitcase</a><br />
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<br />Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-40151454932643802562013-04-26T04:30:00.000-05:002013-06-17T14:27:32.827-05:00How To Get More Sales on Etsy Part 3 of 6I hope you have been reading this series! I have learned a lot of <span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">valuable tips</span> about getting more vintage sales on Etsy. In <a href="http://www.thegypsychixcompany.com/2013/04/how-to-get-more-vintage-sales-on-etsy_18.html" target="_blank">Part 1,</a> we talked about displaying at antique and/or craft fairs and whether or not each shop had a business Facebook page or advertised on blogs. In <a href="http://www.thegypsychixcompany.com/2013/04/how-to-get-more-vintage-sales-on-etsy.html" target="_blank">Part 2</a>, we covered ads and apps. Now it’s time to move on to packaging and Etsy teams - do they really help you get more sales? Let’s find out! You can see my original list of twelve questions in <a href="http://www.thegypsychixcompany.com/2013/04/how-to-get-more-vintage-sales-on-etsy_18.html" target="_blank">Part 1</a>.<a href="http://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack"></a> <br />
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<span style="color: #20124d; font-size: large;">Do you send something special in your packaging (i.e – magnets with your shop name, etc.). If so, what do you send? </span><br />
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Stacy from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/vintagejane?ref=pr_shop_more">Vintage Jane</a> said “I do not send anything extra in packages, but pack very neatly, with business card and logo sticker.” <br />
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Laura from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PeachyChicBoutique?ref=pr_shop_more">Peachy Chic Boutique</a> said “Yes, I always send something in my packages to my customers, just a little thank you...it may be a vintage playing card, postcard, bookplate, sticker...anything light weight that is appropriate generally to what they have bought. It also depends on what items I come across in my search for vintage products or have in my "stash" of goodies. One of my favorite items was when once I came across a bunch of large, black & white ROUTE 66 stickers, shaped like a highway road sign. These were so perfect for a vintage shop giveaway, I have considered finding a shop that I can order some from! Sometimes I wrap a train case in big maps & add the sticker with my packing slip, to give it a great, coordinated look:) Packaging is an area I thoroughly enjoy!” <br />
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Susan from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/CalloohCallay?ref=pr_shop_more">Callooh Callay</a> said “No presents sent--just a business card with a code for 10% off on the back.” Cindy from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TwoDogVintage?ref=pr_shop_more">Two Dog Vintage</a> said “No. I am proud of my packaging and have gotten lots of compliments on it but I don't include premiums or freebies.” <br />
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<strong>Analysis:</strong> It appears that at a minimum, everyone sends a business card. To stand out, you should spend a little time on your packaging – you want people to remember you. I like what Laura from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PeachyChicBoutique?ref=pr_shop_more">Peachy Chic Boutique</a> had to say. You should match your packaging to what you are selling. I plan on ordering logo stickers and getting tissue paper that matches the colors of my logo. I can definitely improve in this area! It’s a tough balancing act; you want your packaging to stand out without increasing the total cost of shipping. <br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Are you involved in the Etsy community (Treasury Teams, etc.)?</span> <br />
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Gina from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/rustysecrets?ref=pr_shop_more4">Rusty Secrets</a> is a member of one team based out of her home state of Maine. <br />
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Vintage Jane and Two Dog Vintage are both on one or two teams, but are very inactive. <br />
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Peachy Chic Boutique said “I have only made, I think, 2 treasuries, it's fun, but I really don't have the time. I do enjoy being featured in other people's treasuries! I am on 2 active vintage teams, the best is Team Madcap; I always put that tag on my items so the other team members can find my items to add to their treasuries. I am in treasuries almost every day! I think that has definitely helped my sales. I also read the Forums every morning to keep my pulse on what is happening & add a post if I can help someone.’ <br />
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Susan from Callooh Callay said “Yes, I'm on several teams--a few "treasury" teams and a few vintage teams.” <br />
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<strong>Analysis:</strong> Based on the feedback received, I think it helps to be on teams that help promote other team members. Take Laura from Peachy Chic Boutique for example – she is in treasuries almost every day! I recently joined “<a href="http://www.etsyteamcolumbus.com/" target="_blank">Etsy Team Columbus</a>” and they promote several treasuries per week. Since joining Etsy Team Columbus, my sales have definitely increased! <br />
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Do you have any tips you would like to pass along?<br />
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Stay tuned for Part 4 of the series where we will talk about “how to be found” on Etsy and the Etsy Front page. . <br />
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Please visit <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany">The Gypsy Chix Company</a> on Etsy for all your vintage needs! <br />
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When you buy at item from the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany">The Gypsy Chix Company</a>, my sincere hope is that it brings back fond memories of a more simple time. If I am having a bad day, all I have to do is walk into an antique or vintage store and my spirits are instantly lifted. All of the modern day stress instantly leaves as I take a leisurely stroll back in time. <br />
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So -- sit back and relax and take a stroll through <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany">The Gypsy Chix Company</a>. <br />
I hope you find something that makes you smile and of course it's even better if it's something you can't live without :) <br />
<br />
The Gypsy Chix Company, a place where old sh#t is cool. Every home needs a few fun vintage pieces!<br />
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<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-dfJtH__R3LI/UXnUvdlj7oI/AAAAAAAACJ0/6VtMwp9LnHU/s1600-h/etsy%252520ceramics%252520013%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img alt="etsy ceramics 013" border="0" height="440" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-YAfPthSA__w/UXnUvyZdWSI/AAAAAAAACJ8/DSVAyjqRWHE/etsy%252520ceramics%252520013_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border: 0px currentColor; display: inline; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="etsy ceramics 013" width="549" /></a> <br />
<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/129932958/vintage-ceramic-teapot-vibrant-green-and" target="_blank">Vintage ceramic teapot</a> vibrant green and orange Zeller Keramik<br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/113845394/on-sale-vintage-bokar-coffee-tin-and" target="_blank">Vintage Bokar Coffee tin and Kroger Spotlight Coffee tin</a> <br />
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<a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Uvup5SDqFg4/UXnUx-Ab1ZI/AAAAAAAACKU/wQWr_smUeM8/s1600-h/Etsy%252520and%252520ebay%252520lots%252520of%252520pics%252520078%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img alt="Etsy and ebay lots of pics 078" border="0" height="436" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-G9rT8Lxd6vY/UXnUyZoaeNI/AAAAAAAACKc/QWXNNVyJ6LE/Etsy%252520and%252520ebay%252520lots%252520of%252520pics%252520078_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border: 0px currentColor; display: inline; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="Etsy and ebay lots of pics 078" width="543" /></a> <br />
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Vintage <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/106642013/on-sale-vintage-wall-pocket-pastel-blue" target="_blank">Wall Pocket</a> Pastel Blue Plum Fruit w/ Red Handle Teapot Wall Pocket<br />
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<br />Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-85964509528735249582013-04-19T05:00:00.000-05:002013-06-17T14:26:01.367-05:00How to Get More Vintage Sales on Etsy Part 2 of 6I would love to get more <span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">vintage Etsy sales</span> and I hope you do too. Last week we learned about whether or not those who are in the upper echelon of vintage sellers on Etsy do craft and /or vintage fairs, have a business Facebook page and whether or not they blog or advertise on other blogs (if you missed Part 1, please click <a href="http://www.thegypsychixcompany.com/2013/04/how-to-get-more-vintage-sales-on-etsy_18.html" target="_blank">here </a>to read more about it). This week, we tackle <span style="color: #20124d; font-size: large;">ads and apps</span>. <br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: large;">Do you pay for Google Ads or Etsy Ads and do you use any Etsy Apps?</span> <br />
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Stacy from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/vintagejane?ref=pr_shop_more" target="_blank">Vintage Jane</a> said “I do pay for Etsy ads only.” <br />
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Laura from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PeachyChicBoutique?ref=pr_shop_more" target="_blank">Peachy Chic Boutique</a> said she uses the Etsy coupon code feature from time to time. <br />
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Susan from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/CalloohCallay?ref=pr_shop_more" target="_blank">Callooh Callay</a> does not pay for any ads, but does use the app called “<a href="http://shmetsy.com/" target="_blank">Shmetsy</a>” for making Treasury Lists. <br />
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<strong>Analysis:</strong> Interestingly, most <b>DO NOT</b> pay for ads or use Etsy apps. None of the participants interviewed used the Etsy On Sale app. <br />
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<span style="color: #0c343d; font-size: large;">How often do you list your items on Etsy?</span> <br />
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Gina from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/rustysecrets?ref=pr_shop_more4" target="_blank">Rusty Secrets</a> said “I continually try to list items or renew items on a regular basis (hopefully every day, but sometimes I am unable to do that). If something is in my shop for a long time I mark it down substantially and renew the listing, then it usually sells. This tells me my price was too high.” <br />
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Stacy from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/vintagejane?ref=pr_shop_more" target="_blank">Vintage Jane</a> said “I try to list several items several times a week” <br />
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Laura from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PeachyChicBoutique?ref=pr_shop_more" target="_blank">Peachy Chic Boutique</a> said “I list items on Etsy as often as possible - everyday if I can. During my first Christmas season, I had up to 260 products listed!...I have never gotten back to that number, either I sell, or items expire...so I'm always trying to build that number. When sales are slow is a good time to work on more listings.” <br />
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Susan from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/CalloohCallay?ref=pr_shop_more" target="_blank">Callooh Callay</a> said “Right now I don't have time to do much, but in a normal month I list probably four or five days a week (so maybe five to 10 items a week).” <br />
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Cindy from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TwoDogVintage?ref=pr_shop_more" target="_blank">Two Dog Vintage</a> said “I list or renew 5 items per day in my vintage shop and 2 per day in my art shop.” <br />
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<strong>Analysis</strong>: This is a great category to analyze! From what I can gather, relisting “several times per week” works best and everyday is even better. I know personally, I relist when I have time which sometimes equates to once a week. Here is an area I can do better with! What about you? <br />
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Next week, we will look at <span style="color: #274e13; font-size: large;">packaging and involvement with the Etsy community</span> – do these two things help produce more sales? <br />
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Please visit <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany" target="_blank">The Gypsy Chix Company</a> on Etsy for all your vintage needs! <br />
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When you buy at item from the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany" target="_blank">The Gypsy Chix Company</a>, my sincere hope is that it brings back fond memories of a more simple time. If I am having a bad day, all I have to do is walk into an antique or vintage store and my spirits are instantly lifted. All of the modern day stress instantly leaves as I take a leisurely stroll back in time. <br />
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So -- sit back and relax and take a stroll through <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany" target="_blank">The Gypsy Chix Company</a>. <br />
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I hope you find something that makes you smile and of course it's even better if it's something you can't live without :) <br />
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The Gypsy Chix Company, a place where old sh#t is cool. Every home needs a few fun vintage pieces!<br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/129503793/vintage-polaroid-model-150-folding" target="_blank">Vintage Polaroid Model 150</a> at The Gypsy Chix Company <br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/106613155/on-sale-vintage-washboard-with-rippled" target="_blank">Vintage glass washboard</a> at The Gypsy Chix Company <br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/125914633/universal-single-slice-toaster" target="_blank">Vintage Universal Single Slice Toaster</a> at The Gypsy Chix Company <br />
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<br />Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-35680765496886901232013-04-18T17:47:00.002-05:002014-01-26T19:09:33.570-06:00How To Get More Vintage Sales on Etsy Part 1 of 6That is the ultimate question and I am dying to know! Since <span style="color: #20124d; font-size: large;">vintage</span> is a somewhat newer category on Etsy. <a href="http://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack"></a>I thought I would go straight to the source – those who are kicking some major butt selling vintage items on Etsy. As a result, I plan on doing a six part series on the topic.<br />
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After googling the search term “<span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">how to get more vintage sales on Etsy</span>” I was taken to the web site <a href="http://craftcount.com/category.php?cat=1" target="_blank">Craft Count</a> which has a listing of the top 250 vintage shops with the most sales on Etsy – what a great place to start my research! I randomly began selecting different shops and sent an email to each of them asking if they would be so kind to answer twelve questions (I know, that’s a lot to ask of a total stranger!). Here is my list of questions: <br />
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1. Do you display at craft/antique fairs?<br />
2. Do you have a blog or do you advertise on other blogs?<br />
3. Do you have a Facebook page and/or Twitter account that you utilize for your shop?<br />
4. Do you pay for Google Ads or Etsy Ads?<br />
5. Do you use apps such as “Etsy On Sale”<br />
6. Do you send something special in your packaging (i.e – magnets with your shop name, etc.). If so, what do you send?<br />
7. How often do you list your items on Etsy? <br />
8. Are you involved in the Etsy community (Treasury Teams, etc.).<br />
9. Out of the hundreds of thousands of items and shops on Etsy – what is the best way to be “found” in your experiences?<br />
10. Key Words on Listings – any advice?<br />
11. Pictures – any advice?<br />
12. Have you ever been on the front page of Etsy, been featured, or had the Etsy Blog write about your shop or item? If so, can you expand on this?<br />
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From you own experiences, what are your top 3 tips for getting more customers to your Etsy shop? <br />
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I’m not sure how many emails I sent out, but I got six fabulous responses from some of the top vintage sellers on Etsy! I’d like to share these responses with you - my blog readers! <br />
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<span style="color: #073763; font-size: large;">Question 1. Do you display at craft/antique fairs?</span> <br />
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Gina from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/rustysecrets?ref=pr_shop_more4" target="_blank">Rusty Secrets</a> said “I don't do craft fairs...I live in Northern Maine and things are very slow here to make that worth my while. I do try to list a variety of things that would be of interest to both men and women from pink doily’s to rusty signs. Diversify is the key word for making money in Maine and it also is for my Etsy shop. I read this advice in an Etsy column when I first started to sell, "Water Your Etsy Shop Every Day And It Will Grow." <br />
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Gina has 418 items listed <br />
Been open since April 2009 <br />
Sales: 1,943 <br />
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Laura from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PeachyChicBoutique?ref=pr_shop_more" target="_blank">Peachy Chic Boutique</a> said “I have done a few flea markets with vintage items, but find it much harder work physically, than having an Etsy shop, so I am not doing those any more.” <br />
Shop Name: Peachy Chic Boutique <br />
Laura has 148 items listed <br />
Been open since Jan 2009 <br />
Sales: 1841 <br />
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Cindy from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TwoDogVintage?ref=pr_shop_more" target="_blank">Two Dog Vintage</a> said “I do a few juried, fine craft shows each season selling my bead embroidery and mixed media artwork. I don't sell my vintage items at flea markets or antique shows.” <br />
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Shop Name: Two Dog Vintage <br />
Cindy has 384 items listed <br />
**Vintage Jewelry is her biggest category <br />
Been open since June 2008 <br />
Sales: 1661 <br />
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<strong>Analysis:</strong> From the comments received, most DO NOT do craft or vintage fairs. <br />
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<span style="color: #a64d79; font-size: large;">Questions 2 and 3. Do you have a blog, advertise on other blogs, or have a business Facebook page?</span> <br />
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Gina from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/rustysecrets?ref=pr_shop_more4" target="_blank">Rusty Secrets</a> said “I do not blog, even though I want to hopefully sometime soon, but I do have a Facebook page for my antique shop that has a button at the top to access my Etsy shop.” <br />
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Stacy from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/vintagejane?ref=pr_shop_more" target="_blank">Vintage Jane</a> said “I do not blog or advertise on blogs, BUT my items have kindly been in many blogs and magazines!” Stacy does have a business Facebook page.<br />
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Shop Name: Vintage Jane <br />
Stacey has 209 items listed <br />
Been open since July 2008 <br />
Sales: 2541 <br />
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Cindy from Two Dog Vintage said “I have a blog - <a href="http://www.artfullivingonthebluff.blogspot.com/">www.artfullivingonthebluff.blogspot.com</a> - where I share my creative pursuits and some vintage finds. <br />
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<strong>Analysis:</strong> From the comments received, four of the six have Facebook business pages and only two of the six have blogs. None of those interviewed advertise on other blogs. <br />
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Stay tuned for part 2 of the series where we find out about paying for ads and using Etsy Apps to generate more sales (or not). <br />
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Please visit <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany">The Gypsy Chix Company</a> on Etsy for all your vintage needs! <br />
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When you buy at item from the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany">The Gypsy Chix Company</a>, my sincere hope is that it brings back fond memories of a more simple time. If I am having a bad day, all I have to do is walk into an antique or vintage store and my spirits are instantly lifted. All of the modern day stress instantly leaves as I take a leisurely stroll back in time. <br />
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So -- sit back and relax and take a stroll through <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany">The Gypsy Chix Company</a>. I hope you find something that makes you smile and of course it's even better if it's something you can't live without :) <br />
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The Gypsy Chix Company, a place where old sh#t is cool. Every home needs a few fun vintage pieces! <br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/121865020/on-sale-smith-corona-silent-portable" target="_blank">Vintage Smith Corona Typewriter</a> at The Gypsy Chix Company <br />
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<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-dVAf-q53bYQ/UXBzM3b6H9I/AAAAAAAACJM/yrfw1NTzprg/s1600-h/vintage%252520rugs%252520005%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img alt="vintage rugs 005" border="0" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-4QlXOodhIZ8/UXBzNtPhGZI/AAAAAAAACJU/BObZxKh36Ns/vintage%252520rugs%252520005_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" height="436" style="background-image: none; border: 0px currentColor; display: inline; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="vintage rugs 005" width="546" /></a> <br />
<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/121857013/on-sale-vintage-crocheted-rug-rag-rug" target="_blank">Vintage crocheted rugs</a> from The Gypsy Chix Company <br />
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<a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-jFiQ9-cTkAw/UXBzN7cknJI/AAAAAAAACJc/3vlwLEiBjss/s1600-h/shot%252520caddy%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img alt="shot caddy" border="0" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-uWyAub_4qk0/UXBzOUVPQVI/AAAAAAAACJk/hbW59LSbMno/shot%252520caddy_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" height="436" style="background-image: none; border: 0px currentColor; display: inline; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="shot caddy" width="555" /></a><br />
<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/124452659/vintage-shot-caddy-vintage-barware" target="_blank">Vintage Shot Caddy</a> from The Gypsy Chix Company <br />
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<br />Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-82171240330327930352013-04-06T18:32:00.000-05:002013-04-06T18:32:07.685-05:00Vintage Sewing Machine Cabinet Repurposed into a Mini Bar or Drink CartVintage <span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">Sewing Machine Cabinet</span> repurposed into a drink cart in midnight blue. I LOVE this piece and only wish I had room to keep it! I had so much fun putting this together!<br />
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This repurposed cabinet has been painted with <span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">CeCe Caldwell</span> paint (I mixed 3 different colors together) and then stained with CeCe Caldwell's Dark Wax. <br />
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After painting was completed, I added a vintage white metal basin which can hold ice. This piece cannot be removed, so you will have to remove your ice when done by hand. <br />
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Handles are copper. Colors are shades of dark blue with hints of brown from the original color of the cabinet showing through. Gorgeous!!<br />
<br />Measurements with the piece closed are:<br />17.5 inches deep<br />22 inches wide<br />31 inches tall<br />
<br />Measurements with the piece in the open position:<br />17.5 inches deep<br />43 inches wide<br />31 inches tall<br />
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Vintage shot caddy (think Mad Men) and chalkboards available at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/124452659/vintage-shot-caddy-vintage-barware?ref=af_shop_favitem" target="_blank">The Gypy Chix Company</a> on Etsy. Can’t wait for you to stop by. I love vintage – do you??<br />
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Item is available for purchase in my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/128631367/vintage-sewing-machine-cabinet" target="_blank">Etsy Shop</a> for local delivery only (Columbus, OH). <br />
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Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-7907542496821255722013-04-01T21:18:00.000-05:002013-04-01T21:18:03.472-05:00Etsy Team Columbus Blog Party!!Don't you just love a PARTY!!<br />
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Beginning April 1, 2013, join ETSY TEAM COLUMBUS (ETC) in celebrating their 5th Anniversary! A new handmade item from one of the ETC members is up for grabs each day! There are more than ten Etsy Stores participating! <br /><br />How does it work?<br />
Starting April 1, each day a new ETC store & artist will be featured. An item of the seller's choice will be up for grabs. <br /><br />How can I enter?<br />
To enter, you must simply post a comment on the thread stating what your favorite item is from their store. It's THAT simple. You get a chance to win and we get feedback on our products!<br /><br />Can I enter more than once for the same prize?<br />
Absolutely. Make sure you do your required entry first. Then you will get the opportunity to favorite the seller's Etsy store, join their Etsy circle, like their Facebook page, follow their website, and blog or tweet about the giveaway. There are so many ways to get extra entries!!<br />
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Here is the Day 1 Giveaway from <a href="http://www.etsyteamcolumbus.com/2013/04/day-1-giveaway-snowman-record.html" target="_blank">Grassy Branch Farm</a>. <br />
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Now, go to <a href="http://www.etsyteamcolumbus.com/" target="_blank">Etsy Team Columbus</a> and let the party begin!!<br />
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Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-61643083045818523482013-03-29T08:18:00.000-05:002013-03-29T08:18:36.250-05:00Vintage Roller SkatesWhen is the last time you laced up those <span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">old time retro roller skates</span>? Roller skating is a favorite past time of many Americans. I went as a young teenager and my children had many birthday parties at the local skating rink. It’s one of those old fashioned activities that has definitely stood the test of time. Do you have an old pair just lying around? I picked up these two pair at an auction recently. They both have wooden wheels and were made by the <span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">Chicago Skate Company</span>. Probably from the 1950’s. <br /><br />
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The wheels on the black pair say “Cleveland Skate Co” The metal bottom piece says “Chicago Skate Co.” <br /><br />
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The black pair are available for purchase at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/126634955/vintage-black-leather-roller-skates-with" target="_blank">The Gypsy Chix Company</a> on Etsy. <br /><br />
The white pair are also available at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/121567464/vintage-white-leather-roller-skates-with" target="_blank">The Gypsy Chix Company</a> (just click on the link). <br /><br />
These would be perfect for your skate themed retro room! <br />
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<br />Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-91369018834154971312013-02-03T08:53:00.000-06:002013-02-03T08:53:04.081-06:00Smith Corona Silent Portable Typewriter<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/121865020/smith-corona-silent-portable-typewriter" target="_blank">Smith Corona SILENT Portable Typewriter</a> 1945-1949 - great item for the industrial look!<br />
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A cool little piece for the <span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;">mid-century, art deco <span style="color: black; font-size: small;">or</span> industrial </span></span><span style="color: black; font-size: small;">enthusiast.</span> <br />
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Typewriter comes with original case that is in very good condition. When you open the case, the vintage aroma takes you back in time when things were much more simple.<br />
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My suggestion: Get it before it's gone, but most importantly - have a wonderful weekend!<br />
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For more vintage finds, please visit me at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany" target="_blank">The Gypsy Chix Company</a> on Etsy.<br />
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Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-36649188350132839222013-01-04T20:32:00.000-06:002013-01-04T20:35:42.237-06:00Etsy Treasury - Burgundy ValentinesMy burgundy framed hand-made chalk board was recently featured in an Etsy Treasury List! <br />
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I love being featured, buy my fave by far was the vintage train case! What's your favorite item?<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">I was tired of reading! I just wanted to try something…. anything. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">I started the year off with a jewelry making class at the local Cultural Arts Center. I made a beautiful <a href="http://www.thegypsychixcompany.com/2012/02/its-bird-its-planeits-starting-to-look.html" target="_blank">bird shaped nickel bracelet</a> while learning a lot of new skills along the way. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Next, I gave screen-printing a try and I really, really liked it! I liked it so much that I started making screen printed ipad and messenger bags and started selling them on </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany?section_id=11359024" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: small;">Etsy</span></a><span style="font-size: small;">. I continued on the self-journey. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">My husband won a trip enabling us to travel to <a href="http://www.thegypsychixcompany.com/search/label/Travel" target="_blank">London and Rome</a>. We also went on a ten day cruise and visited places like Cabo San Lucas, Ensenada and Puerto Vallarta. My head was filling with ideas after visiting these places! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">But I’ve got to tell you, I hit gold when on a whim, I attended my very first live auction out in the country this past August. It was truly an “aha” moment. I LOVED being there and I was so excited - it was that feeling I had been chasing for so long! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Since that moment in August, I have been attending auctions on a weekly basis. I expanded my Etsy shop and opened a small vendor booth at a local antique mall. It is a lot of work, but I never get tired of it. I LOVE all things <a href="http://www.thegypsychixcompany.com/search/label/Vintage" target="_blank">vintage</a> and when I look back at my life, it had always been there, I think just had to realize it on my own. My hubby tried to point it out to me one time, but I blew it off as a dumb idea. I remember him saying, “you really like finding stuff at the thrift shop, can’t you do something with that”? Ha, ha, little did I know!</span> <br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">So my message is to embrace who you are and go with your gut even if it doesn’t make sense at the time. I am so glad I started this little blog as “Twelve Discovery Drive.” I finally found what I have been looking for!</span> <br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">To see vintage items before they hit my Etsy shop, like my <a href="http://www.facebook.com/TheGypsyChix?ref=hl#!/TheGypsyChix" target="_blank">Facebook</a> page.</span><br />
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Over the past month of so, I took a break to open up a small space at an antique mall in Columbus, OH. After attending a live <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">auction </span>at the end of August, I have been full steam ahead.! I think I knew this all along, but I am now 100% sure that I love all things vintage and/or antique! Well, most things. <br />
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Take this chest of drawers for instance. When I picked it up, it had a huge water stain on the top and one of the drawers kept sticking. <br />
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I looked at it and looked at it and finally thought, <span style="color: purple; font-size: large;">I like the bones of this piece</span>. I want to make it beautiful again!<br />
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It sat in my garage for a few weeks…I thought about it each each time I passed by. I wanted to pick the perfect color and I don’t start painting until I have a plan. <br />
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I chose gray, with homemade chalk paint! I really, really want to try Annie Sloan Chalk Paint, but that paint is so darn expensive! I also wanted to try a technique I had been reading on some of the blogs I follow where they number each drawer – so I gave it a shot!<br />
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I’m <span style="color: #e06666;"><strong>LOVING</strong></span> the way it turned out! What do you think?<br />
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This item sold quickly!Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-7194416555629785022012-08-10T03:00:00.000-05:002012-08-10T03:00:09.287-05:00London Craft Market and ShoppingIn hindsight, I wish I would have taken more pictures at this market, but some people do not like for their craft ideas to photographed. So, here are the few I was able to take.<br />
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<br />These looked like jewelry boxes with a compass attached to the lid<br />
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<br />Love this display piece!<br />
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<br />Ladies, you will need at least two full days to shop in this area!<br />
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<br />More shopping!!<br />
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<br />Of course, the Apple Store in London<br />
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<br />This is an old deli turned t-shirt shop. Love how they use the old meat cases to display the t-shirts! This place is called Johnny Cupcakes.<br />
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<br />I only wish I had more time there!<br />
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<br />Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-72453322006030972412012-08-08T03:00:00.000-05:002012-08-08T03:00:01.117-05:00Taking the Tube in LondonSo we fly into <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">London’s Heathrow Airport</span>, both of us lugging around a 50 pound suitcase and a carry-on. I also had a purse and souvenir bag from Rome. <br />
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We’re not really sure about the best way to get to our hotel which is on the outskirts of London (about a 45 minute drive without traffic). Probably should have researched before leaving! <br />
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Hubby stops and asks airport information “what’s the most inexpensive way to get to East Croydon.” After what seems like a ten minute conversation, hubs comes back and has a plan. We are headed to the Underground to take the Tube. At this point, I’m excited! It’s just another adventure in a brand new country!<br />
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What I didn’t realize is that this little adventure would take almost three hours and require us to change train stations at least three different times, all while lugging these 50 pound suitcases – right into rush hour! At one point we were packed in like sardines and I started to panic trying to figure out how we were going to be able to get off the train together with all our luggage before the doors slammed shut. <br />
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Can you imagine the look I gave Greg as we began hour three of this seemingly endless journey! <br />
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Well here is the look he gave me when I took one too many pictures:<br />
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Trust me, my look was much worse!<br />
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I was thinking, where did he book this hotel? Why is it so far from the airport? In his defense, everything is far from Heathrow. Poor guy, he didn’t realize we would have to change trains so many times. Luckily, the hotel he booked was brand new and it ended up being a really nice place to stay. It was the Hampton Inn in East Croydon. Rooms are small, but that's typical in London.<br />
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Lesson learned: Learn a little about the transportation options before you get to your destination – especially when in a different country! <br />
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Travel Tip: Buy the Travel Card. It is only about $8 and you can use it for 24 hours. We bought one each day we were there. It gets you on the Underground and city buses.<br />
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<br />Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-91197227903448871372012-08-07T03:00:00.000-05:002012-08-07T03:00:05.047-05:00Summer Olympics 2012, A Salute to LondonA few pictures from our April trip to London in honor of the <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">2012 Summer Olympic</span> games.<br />
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<a href="http://www.twelvediscoverydrive.com/2012/07/buckingham-palace-changing-of-guard.html" target="_blank">Changing of the Guard</a><br />
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Cool transportation!<br />
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One of my favorite pics!<br />
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Things you will only see in London!<br />
<br />Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-47540299314592725922012-08-04T03:00:00.000-05:002012-12-23T07:53:41.571-06:00Vintage SaturdayMore great finds from this past week!<br />
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Vintage Fry Cowboy Boots - SOLD!<br />
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Vintage Bayer Aspirin Tin - SOLD!<br />
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3 piece Vintage Hairbrush and Comb Dresser Set - SOLD!<br />
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Which one is your favorite?<br />
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If you love vintage, please visit my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany?section_id=11359024" target="_blank">Etsy Shop</a> for over 100 vintage items!<br />
<br />Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-34663958478963296152012-08-03T03:00:00.000-05:002012-08-03T03:00:02.427-05:00Furniture Flip Friday– Chalk Painted Teal Kling DresserThis is one of my favorite make-overs so far! I picked up this beautiful <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">vintage</span> Kling dresser on Craig’s List. The only scary part was asking hubby to pick it up sight unseen by me! He just picks up, he has no idea what he is really buying….fortunately, this was a fabulous buy!<br />
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I always let my furniture sit for a week or two while I contemplate what color I think will match the look and feel of the dresser. After two long weeks, I finally decided on a shade of teal. <br />
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It’s funny though, my original plan was to paint an undercoat of green and then put teal over it so when I sanded it, some of the green would show though. For some reason, this did not work. When I sanded, the original wood came through. In hindsight, I think I know what I did wrong and how to correct it the next time.<br />
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Plan B – forget about the green and go with the <span style="color: #45818e; font-size: large;">shabby teal look</span>! One thing I have learned, always have a Plan B!<br />
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I used home-made chalk paint and gave it a couple coats of teal. I then applied a dark stain and before it dried, wiped it off. I finished with mini-wax paste to give it a polished look. <br />
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I always try to leave the original wood top if it is in good condition. I just removed the old stain, sanded it down and re-applied the new stain. I then applied some wipe on poly to the top to help protect it.<br />
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I listed this piece on Craig’s List and I had at least ten people that wanted to buy it. I eventually sold it to a girl that will be using this piece in her new nursery – I think it was meant for her home!<br />
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Before and After pics:<br />
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It was so hard not to keep it!<br />
<br />Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-30443969918671663412012-07-29T03:00:00.000-05:002012-12-23T07:56:10.394-06:00Screen Printed Shaving KitMy most popular screen print item this past week was the Fish Print Shaving Kit/Toiletries Bag:<br />
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Screen printed fish (fish graphic from <a href="http://graphicsfairy.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">The Graphics Fairy</a>)<br />
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This item is available at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGypsyChixCompany?section_id=11359024" target="_blank">The Gypsy Chix Company</a>.<br />
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Love this print, such great detail!<br />
<br />Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-17428109086238414492012-07-27T03:00:00.000-05:002012-07-27T03:00:03.954-05:00Furniture Flip FridayI was walking through the thrift shop a few weeks ago when I came across this end table for $5.95! It was solid with no broken pieces. The inside was in pristine shape. I snatched it up! <br />
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I let it sit in the garage for a few weeks while trying to decide on a color. What color would sell quickly on Craig’s List? That’s always a tough one. I finally decided on light gray since I had some extra lying around.<br />
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I made some home-made chalk paint and lightly distressed the table after painting. I stayed with the original hardware by spray painting the pulls in copper. I also waxed the sides and front and sealed the top since I know this is the area that will get a lot of use and wear.<br />
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Here is the before picture:<br />
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And the after:<br />
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This piece sold within a few weeks on Craig’s List for $50. Love it when they go quick!<br />
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<br />Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-68111173717010993222012-07-26T03:00:00.000-05:002012-07-26T03:00:01.944-05:00The Tower Bridge Looks Like it Belongs in A Fairy TaleThis is one of the coolest bridges I have ever seen. Plans for the <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">Tower Bridge</span> were devised around 1876 when the east of London became crowded and a bridge across the Thames seemed necessary. <br />
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The bridge used to open almost 50 times a day but now it is only raised about 1,000 times a year. Bridge lifts are pre-scheduled (for cruise ships, etc) so check the bridge's website to find out times. <br />
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But the best view requires you to be on the bridge – see what I mean, looks like a fairy tale bridge! <br />
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<br />Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-59916008940297750412012-07-25T03:00:00.000-05:002012-07-25T03:00:01.372-05:00Look Left, Look Right, Look Both WaysWhere am I? <br />
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Did you guess right? <br />
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Since Londoners drive on the left side of the road, it's important to make sure you look the right way when crossing the street. Often times you will see directions painted on the street at crossings to remind you to look the right way. This was definitely the hardest thing to get used to and London streets can be so busy! If you go with kids, please be careful! <br />
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Happy Traveling!!<br />
<br />Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-87884171533244749302012-07-21T03:00:00.000-05:002012-12-23T08:19:47.035-06:00Vintage SaturdaySome of my<span style="color: red; font-size: large;"> cool vintage finds</span> from this past week. <br />
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A Vintage Bread Box: SOLD!<br />
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A Vintage <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/104856248/vintage-wooden-cheese-box-round-wooden" target="_blank">Cheese Box</a> <br />
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A <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/104611863/vintage-collectable-kodak-8mm-brownie" target="_blank">Vintage Kodak 8mm Brownie Movie Camera</a> Eastman Kodak Company<br />
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What’s your favorite item? I’m loving some vintage cameras right now!<br />
<br />Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-89289751864460489402012-07-20T03:00:00.000-05:002012-07-20T03:00:12.686-05:00I Went to My First Auction – Hooked!I have been toying around with the idea of going to an <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">auction</span> and since the weather was not cooperating for boating, I decided to find an auction to go to instead. Luckily, I was able to talk hubby into going with me!<br />
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After quickly searching the internet, I found an auction that sounded interesting and was only about 40 minutes away. The auction started at 10:00 a.m., but by the time I decided to go it was already noon. I called the auction to make sure it wasn’t too late. The lady that answered the phone told me to come on out. The auction would be going on until at least 5 p.m. <br />
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Hubs and I headed out and found it pretty quickly. At first there were signs “Auction Ahead” and then there were lots of cars with very little parking! I didn’t care, I was super excited!<br />
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There were two auctions going on at once (outdoors). Household items were being auctioned off in the front and tools and furniture in the back. My mind was going a mile a minute trying to figure out if I should go to the back or stay in the front! <br />
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I finally saw something that I wanted to bid on, but found out you needed a tag with a bidder number in order to bid. I went to the little trailer to pick mine up. I told the lady at the trailer that this was my first auction and she smiled and encouraged me to have a good time.<br />
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I walked away with my bidder tag in hand and headed to the back where I saw a couple things that interested me. The auctioneer then picked up a vintage Smith Corona typewriter and something inside of me said “I want that” so I raised my hand for my first ever auction bid. I wasn’t going to stop until I won that thing :) <br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">SOLD</span> – for $12.50! I won! Yeah, I won!<br />
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It was a fun kind of rush – I won three more lots/items before we headed home. <br />
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I am definitely hooked….<br />
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I love auctions – who would have known! <br />
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Can’t wait to go to my next auction. Have you ever been to an auction and what was your first find??<br />
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<br />Tamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01358907710187297257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3434926543165816778.post-42285760312527874432012-07-19T06:35:00.000-05:002012-07-19T06:35:52.364-05:00London’s Iconic Red Telephone Booths; A Little Red Eye Candy!Those adorable <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">red telephone boxes</span> that adorn the streets of London were designed by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giles_Gilbert_Scott">Sir Giles Gilbert Scott</a>. The color red was chosen simply to make them easier to spot. <br />
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I read an article while in London that said some people in the UK want to get rid of the red telephone booths. I will admit that I saw some that either had grafitti or broken glass. I stepped into one to make a pretend phone call and it smelled of urine - yuck! Pass the hand sanitizer please! <br />
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But those that were intact were beautiful - I say don't get rid of them London! They make for a great marketing opportunity. I stopped by to take a pic whenever I had the chance as did countless others. <br />
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They’re nostalgic to say the least… I would love to have one sitting in my backyard although I’m not sure if my neighbors would appreciate it very much! <br />
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