I will answer the top 5 questions you probably have if you're thinking of opening an Etsy vintage shop. I speak from experience because my husband and I have been sellers on Etsy since 2012. We started this adventure so we could add some additional income doing what we love – shopping for vintage items at auctions, estate sales, flea markets, thrift store, garage sales, etc. It's great taking something you enjoy and make money at the same time. …
Planning for success is necessary to reach your goals and keep you accountable. Feel like you're behind because you didn't do this on January 1st or earlier? No worries – whether you start in January or December, it is all good. Planning the year helps you be successful and organized in your work at home life. I will show you the process I use that ensures my success as well as a balanced work at home life. …
Selling silver, silverplate and/or stainless flatware is a great source of income in your Etsy vintage shop. It can be purchased relatively inexpensively, may need some polishing (silver and silver plate) and can be sold for a good profit. Silver is the most valuable of the three, followed by silverplate and then stainless flatware.
Identifying Silver and Silverplate and Stainless Flatware
How do you know if a piece of flatware (also called silverware or cutlery) is silver, silverplate or stainless? …