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Where did that hour go?

March 14, 2010 by Auntie Kate of Too Good to be Threw

I keep a red clown nose in the glove compartment.So I wake up this morning and remember that I lost an hour last night. Then DuH spends (I swear) 35 minutes setting the clocks forward. And that doesn’t count the PolkaDot PT’s clock or the one in his ancient pickup Continue Reading »

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The 4 Rules of Making it Big Time in Consignment

March 13, 2010 by Auntie Kate of Too Good to be Threw

Enthusiasm, openness, and knowing when you need assistance are the keys to resale successThe best thing, in my view, about consignment and resale shops, is the PERSONALITY. There’s an amazing variety of styles, approaches, and emphases in our industry. Some do it one way, others another. But I think doing it WELL can be summarized with these 4 Rules of Making it Big Time. What do you think? Have I overlooked a key to success that you rely upon?

Keep these points in mind if you want to make it in resale:

1- Look around Continue Reading »

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Is it easy to be a consignor or supplier in your shop?

March 12, 2010 by Auntie Kate of Too Good to be Threw

How hard is itOnce she gets into that closet, you need to make it easy for her to consign

to bring merchandise into your shop, for the client who’s cleaning closets, clearing cupboards, coaxing calmness out of the chaos of the basement or attic? Since spring cleaning season is fast upon us, it behooves you to re-examine your procedures.

Make it easy by:

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“Cheap is where it’s at”? Agree?

March 11, 2010 by Auntie Kate of Too Good to be Threw

Is cheap the only motivation in consignment and resale shops?One of our consignment/ resale shopkeepers was feeling rather down, and she insisted that

the ONLY thing motivating (her) customers was price.

I disagreed.

Here’s Continue Reading »

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Wacky Wednesday: What do you LOVE about being a resale shopkeeper?

March 10, 2010 by Auntie Kate of Too Good to be Threw

Wacky Wednesday Free Giveaway for consignment and resale shopsIt’s Wacky Wednesday once again. A free giveaway for consignment, resale, and thrift shop owners/ managers.

And this week’s thought-provoking question, about which Continue Reading »

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