A couple of months ago I got all brave and rented a booth in a local resale shop. My idea? To get my art out of my art room and out where people can see it.
Trying to decide what to put in my booth with my art pieces has involved some trial and error. At first I tried vintage doilies, handmade potholders, and jewelry making books.
I do like those things, but there are similar linen type of things in other booths in the same shop. That got me to thinking, what would I really stop and look at if I was in a resale shop?
What sort of booth would draw my attention and make me want to dig through a basket or look at the items?
For me, boho comes to mind.
Eclectic and earthy. Florals and mixed colors. Bags and jewelry, of course. Books and destash supplies. Extras and miscellaneous. This and that with a down home feel.
I’ve been reading about how to sell online. Part of it says to take photos of your art with different props and in different places so that people can imagine the art in their space.
That makes sense to me, in a booth space, too. So, I added things to my booth to help my art ‘fit’ into real life. The jeweled up church and some trinkets boxes now mingle with bracelets, books, boots, purses, necklaces, and things.
I took some photographs so you can see.
I got to hold necklaces,
and two trinket boxes I made
what I needed for art, and put the rest in my booth
Getting our art into the world certainly has a learning curve. My goodness, I am learning a lot. One lesson is, it takes some digging around in authentic, our very own, to steer our way.
Sure, I suppose I could try something like car parts or tools, but I really don’t know much about those. Boho (bohemian style) is something I can totally relate to.
My momma raised us on Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Nicks, macrame, in a big ol’ two story house with yellow carpet and a giant wooden stereo. Boho totally fits who I am.
Will it resonate with everybody? Probably not.
Will it resonate with SOMEbody? Absolutely.
And, that’s the beauty of art, don’t you think? The chance that it finds its place wherever it belongs.
Thanks for being here.
Jessica
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29 responses to “Lessons in Resale”
Best wishes for success. Your items are delightful-and you are right . . .they will find their way home. love Francesca
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Francesca ❤️❤️❤️ Thank you so very much!!!
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The boho would definitely catch my eye.
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Ohhh really??? That’s excellent news!! Thank you so very much!
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I would be drawn to your shop space, Jess. I think your displays are attractive and eye-catching.
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Wow!!! Thank you! If only we lived closer! I’d take you in there and show you all the stuff, just for fun. I got 2 ‘new’ purses from eBay. Oh my, they are cool.
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I like to buy thing on eBay, but I just had my first encounter with a seller who stole my money and didn’t deliver. I’m currently arguing with eBay over the theft. I say they should stand behind the integrity of their sellers and refund my money. They say I didn’t have a “money back guarantee” – just crappy if you ask me. I do wish we lived closer. I would love to see your “store”.
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Oh no!!!! That sounds very unfair. You’d think not receiving what someone bought would equal a refund. I’m sorry that happened to you!!
Me, too. Our tiny town opened two new restaurants and some fun stores. Plus, we’re by a forest and Ozark National Scenic Riverways. Beautiful area here.
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One of these days, we’re going back to Missouri so we can see your neck of the woods! It’s such a beautiful state!
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Yay!!! Let me know when you do please. I’d love to meet you in real life!
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Same here! I will get some travel tips from you before we come that way – just don’t know when that will be.
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No hurry!
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It is exciting to follow your artistic progress, Jessica. You have created a special space – one I wish I could visit! 💖
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Hi! 🌸❤️💜 Thank you so much for your heartfelt support for my moving along in these adventures. That’s super sweet that you wish you could visit! Love that, thank you. ❤️🌹
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You are most welcome, Jessica. 💖 Thank you for the lovely gifts that bring smiles to my face every day.
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Every day???! Wow. That’s beyond a compliment. ❤️🦋❤️
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It beautifully sits on my desk. 🥰
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Awww! That’s the best thing EVER!!!!!💕💕💕
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I love seeing this site . This doll caught my attention.
Let’s follow our blogs. Anita
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Hi! Thanks so much! Ok, sounds great. I have another blog that I think we’ve chatted on- Unmeasured Journeys. I’m the same person that lost my momma. ❤️
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Great! Thanks!
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Ok
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Absolutely! I love Boho, also, and I also have that same little chair. It was mother’s and she had a doll she made sitting on it. I am not really a doll person, but I hung it on the wall and use it as a shelf next to my desk to display items–great idea for your display booth!
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Hi! Oh my gosh, your mother had the chair??? I LOVE that you have it!! Hanging it on the wall is a fabulous idea!!! I wanna see!
Thanks so much! I think boho is a great fit for a lot of us. It just feels right.
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Okay, will do. I have had another request for more pictures like that so I will do a few.
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Woo hoo!!! Thanks! ❤️
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But of course! [Pero, por supuesto!]
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Yay!!
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