Hot Collectibles: Your Collecting Coach
Since Angie Cavalier has been antique hunting and flea marketing for most of her life, it’s safe to call her an expert on how to score hot collectibles for good prices. “I joke that opening day … Continue reading
Collect and Display This: White Ware
Throughout history, white décor has been a mainstay, so building a collection of these versatile vintage pieces is easy. If you love the shabby look, hunt for milk glass from the 1930s and … Continue reading
How to Sell your Vintage Finds Online
Confused about how to sell your vintage wares online? Check out these 7 expert tips. How to Sell Online 101: Three Basic Principles If you’re considering opening an online vendor, follow this advice … Continue reading
How to Shop Online for Vintage Finds
We’ve all had those perplexing moments at the flea market when you can’t decide which of several items to purchase. But with online shopping, you have the luxury of searching for the specific item you … Continue reading
Easter Collectibles: Antique Postcards
In years past, people all over the world celebrated Easter by sending their friends and family postcards decorated with colorful drawings of eggs, bunnies and saints. Today, antique pieces from the “Golden Age” of postcards–circa-1898 … Continue reading
Easter Collectibles: Vintage Vatican Stamps
Here, our Easter Collectibles series continues with one of the most iconic of all collectibles: vintage religious-themed and Vatican City stamps. The First Postage Stamp The iconic Penny Black Stamp was introduced by the … Continue reading
Easter Collectibles: Antique Rosary Beads
You might not think of antique rosaries as a hot collectibles, but these fairly affordable pieces have such a rich global appeal and history that their variety of materials and styles will blow you away. … Continue reading
Easter Collectibles: Porcelain Figurines
When we think of seasonal collectible figurines, we usually think of rosy-cheeked St. Nicks and antique German tree ornaments. But come springtime, expand your collecting horizons to include clay-based figurines of chicks, bunnies and children … Continue reading
10 Expert Tips for Flea Marketing Overseas
Between cultural differences and practical logistics, flea marketing overseas can be a challenging (but rewarding!) experience. Alexandre Gourevitch, co-organizer of Flea Market Insider’s Tour in Paris, offers these important points for successful junking in Europe or … Continue reading
Collect & Display This: Vintage Game Boards
Add playfulness to your décor with nostalgic fun. In our summer issue of Flea Market Décor we feature a 322-square-foot cottage in which a vintage checkerboard sparks other design ideas throughout the charming little home. … Continue reading
