Send us a text Interestingly enough some antiques, namely Treenware or wooden wares are still fetching big prices. Whether you side hustle on Etsy or Ebay, this episode may give you some ideas of what not to pass up, and the ridiculous prices. Please check out my RetroChalet Etsy shop, and use code Retro10 to save 10% off any purchase. See behind the scenes stuff on TikTok If you want me to continue this podcast, please LIKE and SHARE this podcast or episode. Thanks so much...

Send us a text Unlock the secrets of thriving in the vintage marketplace with me, Cindy Fannistock Schafer, on this enlightening episode of Living a Vintage Life by Retro Chalet. Discover how Etsy has transformed from a modest platform to a bustling marketplace with millions of shops, yet still holds tremendous potential for dedicated sellers. I share my personal journey with Etsy and reveal how 25% of shops manage to stand out in competitive markets like jewelry, psychic readings, and print-...

Send us a textHow journaling and scrapbooking are a wonderful way to help heal your mind during difficult times. Easy ideas to start with zero budget. Incorporate nature into your journal. Use an old book! How it helped me during a rough time this past year. Some Ideas for collage and journaling and grimoire creating. Grab a scrapbook pack at RetroChalet.etsy.com use code RETRO10 to save 10%This podcast is dedicated to my dear friend and co Host Ed. May his road rise to meet...

Send us a textToday I have my great friend Ed and he's here to tell us all about collecting silver! Whether you collect coins or rings, this episode is for you!Connect with me RetroChalet.etsy.comFind me on TikTokSponsored by: VikingsinMaine

Send us a textLook what I found, Corn Crib Clothing Boutique, in form of a vintage trailer. What a great side hustle idea. Listen to this great idea to take your antiques or collectibles to the next level. Special Guest: Alicia Marie See my video of the trailer here: https://www.tiktok.com/@retrochalet/video/7125495830961835306Save 10% on any purchase from RetroChalet or RetroChalet Studio with the coupon code dropped in this episode. Connect with me at @RetroChal...

Send us a textA quick podcast about my love for Sterilite, and a rare plastic picnic set. I have written a huge article with collecting tips and have pictures of this set here on my Melmac Central blog: Melmac Central Vintage Melmac Dinnerware and Plastics Fantastic Collecting Site : Steri-Lite Plastic STERILITE COMPANY Connections to Tupperware (retrochalet.blogspot.com)Pictures of this set can also be found in my Etsy shop. This post sponsored by Maine Romance

Send us a textI had such a great time visiting DM Blair (Dungeon Master Blair) who taught me a little bit about the very collectible and vintage world of Dungeons and Dragons. Blair not only has been gaming in D&D since it's inception, but makes his own cast houses and characters. See Blair making his work on my tik tok links below. Find all the links to the show below. BLAIR making his stuff: https://www.tiktok.com/@retrochalet/video/7067999740075527471 Visit Blai...

Send us a textEpisode 25 is here! I love collecting old medical and apothecary collectibles, so find out my top five picks that maintain their value that you should nab up on when you find them! Also, as part of this episode, you can get my top secret recipe to make your own Dandelion Face Oil. This is a great inexpensive way to treat your skin to something natural and good for you. See it in action: https://www.tiktok.com/@retrochalet/video/70805594173258...

Send us a textToday we have a mashup edition on collecting Moko Lesney and Lesney Products famous Matchbox Cars! Listen to the podcast to find out more about this great collectible we know and love Special guest Ed shares his stories!More reading: About Moko Toy Company: Moko Lesney Toys History (mokolesneymatchbox.com)More reading : About Lesney Products History and great old pics: Lesney factories (vintagebritishdiecasts.co.uk)Connect with me: On TikTokAt RetroChalet Etsy ShopO...

Send us a textI have been getting a lot of messages about Etsy sales being low, and in response to my previous podcasts I'm explaining the factors as to why. In the meantime, stay vintage and stay wonderful. For great vintage, Visit my Friend: MettlesomeMeans | EtsyConnect with me: TikTokTwitterEtsyI also have a Paranormal Podcast! Check it out. and these I don't use that much: FacebookInstagram

Send us a textInspired by podcast sponsor Mettlesome Means Etsy Shop, I talk clean lines and functional European Collectibles - what to collect and what's hot. What can be used in a cottage as well as a mansion, how to find the look!Visit my friend at MettlesomeMeans on Etsy! For great art and home decor!Connect with me on TikTok, Twitter or My Etsy shop!I rarely use my Instagram or FacebookI have another podcast ParanormalChalet!

Send us a textI took a tour of Gettysburg and share a little history with you; explaining why Gettysburg collectibles are sought after. Anyone who has not visited there, should in my opinion, to get a better understanding of this amazing yet truly shocking part of our country's history (when you think from the point of how many casualties in such a small town) which is quite overwhelming to see. I am also dropping a 2 part podcast on my paranormal channel, because at night we took the ...

Send us a textAs promised, I am giving you new direction to succeed in your Etsy shop in regards to the most recent hike in Etsy seller fees which takes place April 11, 2022. In my opinion Etsy is still the best place to sell, unless you have an already established shop with lots of supportive niche customers and decide to take your store elsewhere : Example Three Bird Nest Exclusive: ‘Etsy’s Richest Seller’ Explains Why She’s Suddenly Leaving — ‘We Can’t Trust’ Them...

Send us a textPart one of two, special Episode on Etsy's latest fee hike which takes place April 11, 2022 from a 5% sales fee to 6.5% sales fee, and how some sellers are organizing an #EtsyStrike, which is now all over Twitter, Discord, and has it's own website EtsyStrike.org. Seller's anger is making news such as MSN Market News, The Street and The Verge, and more. I discuss the fees associated with selling on Etsy with special guest Harry Burger from Lightbringer Designs who sel...

Send us a textCoHost Pat takes us into a walk back in time in a vintage 1950s five and dime. You may be suprised what they sold in the dime store! Oh what fun it must have been to be able to spend your allowance in the five and dime! This episode sponsored by Pat's both PP in Serendipity Antiques, Find them: Serendipity Antiques, Shrewsbury click here--> 2 N Main St, Shrewsbury, PA 17361 · Call for hours (717) 235-5422Also check out my new podcasts, Nature Ch...

Send us a textFor the love of old books, I love them and am giving you some ideas on what books to look for, which to covet and how to use them. Connect with On my other podcasts: Paranormal Chalet and Nature ChaletShop RetroChalet for the coolest vintage finds. I also run the Melmac Central website where you can learn about cool vintage plastics. Follow me on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter

Send us a textEd & I absolutely adore all things Peter Max, we have an informal discussion on Peter Max's timeless designs through the years. Peter, we love you <3Connect with me : Etsy ShopTikTokInstagramTwitterI havee recently hosted a paranormal Podcast you may like : Paranormal ChaletI have a vintage plastics site: MelmacCentral.com

Send us a textIn this episode I have a chance to interview Naa Ardua , SVG artisan who has a wonderful inspiring Etsy story that all online sellers should listen to. Her success story is exactly what I've been preaching to Etsians all along, --- so tune in! Her designs are vintage style and whimsical and she teaches us a bit about the SVG world which is open with opportunities! Naa Ardua used to live in the USA, and now lives in Antibes, France. She also tells...

Send us a textFinally I get to talking about what I love, and that's plastic, In this episode, we talk about Boontonware, made by Boonton Molding Company that was then located on Myrtle Avenue in Boonton, New Jersey. Belle Kogan's gorgeous design with her widely popular Boonton Belle and Scandia in the Patrician line are some of my favorite things. Enjoy a little history with a walk back in time. This podcast was sponsored by Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/Sdikhe...

Send us a textVIntage Valentines and VIntage Valentines Day PostCards, how romantic! LIsten as Ed and I discuss the top vintage collectibles for Valentine's Day! You can see my curated public list at RetroChalet on Etsy simply go to my favorites and click on my Valentines Day Podcast Picks!Retro Chalet on Etsy Connect on TikTok @RetroChaletWelcome to our 14th episode just in time for Valentine's Day