Selling My Dumpster Diving Finds at My Garage Sale! $$$
Вставка
- Опубліковано 9 вер 2024
- Hi friends and welcome to my first Garage Sale of 2021! Woohooo!!
I am so happy to be able to re-home some of my dumpster diving finds and make a little money while doing it. And thankfully the rain stayed away long enough for me to sell a bunch of it. I really hope you enjoy this video and stay tuned for more yard sale videos coming this spring ~ I still have so much stuff to get rid of! ;)
• Shop my Dumpster Finds! www.breafkast....
• Join The Breafkast Club on Facebook: / breafkast...
• Instagram: /
• TikTok: / imbreafkast
• Support: www.paypal.me/...
• Travel photography: society6.com/k...
• Got Mail?
Kelly Sparks
624 W. University Drive # 129
Denton, Texas 76201
~
Track: Lucid - Metro Vice [Audio Library Release]
Music provided by Audio Library Plus
Watch: • Lucid - Metro Vice | F...
Free Download / Stream: alplus.io/lucid
#garagesale #dumpsterdiver
In my past yard sales, I would post my goal for the yard sale for all to see. This encouraged them to help me. One year I wanted a swing set for the kids, another I wanted to pay off my last credit card, and the next I wanted to buy a new grill. People often commented about my goals and it seemed they bought more to help me. I was grateful and blessed by all those yardsalers .
I like your idea!
Yes that's a great idea sometimes communicating by signage works wonders. Years ago I stood outside of a military base with a sign that just said THANK YOU. Many people honked their support and one lady gave me a rose! The local paper wanted to do a story on me, but I declined
I know it was money made from “free trash” but girl you worked hard for that money. You went out and amassed it all, then setting up and working a yard sale is work, so Pat yourself on the back! 💕❤️💕
Good for you , you worked hard and made a little so good for you!
Kelly remember that this is your business, a way to make money. Your time has to be included in pricing. Put reasonable prices on items and do not accept low ball offers. Do not let people take advantage of you. Some people will def try to steal so keep and eye on your items. Walk around, make eye contact and greet people. Your hubs should be there too, never do this alone.
Absolutely, 100% agree!!
Not really sure this is actual business.
@@wendylouise7780 if you spent your time on it and make money of it, it’s a business.
I meant legal business as in you claim it as income and file income tax returns.yard sale sales would be included.yes I realize it is done to make money but doesn't mean it's a business.
Very sound advice.
I recommend allocating spaces in your garage for specific items i.e. clothing, toys, etc so when you return from dumpster diving you can put the items directly into each specific category and save double handling. Even if you can't clean the thing immediately, sorting shouldn't take too long and will save you heaps of times when it comes to selling.
I'd also recommend picking up any plastic crates/bins/totes, especially with lids, in reasonable condition you find whilst diving. The bins can be used to store the items better as well as a display for items during garage sales. Any kind of organisational system you can put in place in advance will help you save time in the long run. Don't forget vertical storage space in the garage. Use any bookcases you find as storage shelves.
That's a Great Idea !!!!
1
I was thinking the same thing-have the garage in sections and toss it in designated section when first getting it home with it.
Its good that you decided to put a price on each item this time.
I would price it as I collected it after getting it home....It would make it a whole lot easier
I started doing that with my goodwill items I find & resale. Bring them home, wash them- iron if needed, hang on my hangers/use safety pins to keep those kid items on hangers. The consignment sales ask you do that. I can even pin the little hanging string tag too. So all I do is price what I want & enter in their system when time comes 😉. I save soooo much time doing this. I’m up to 4 pull racks @ Walmart. I just buy another one here & there. Makes my life so much easier storing stuff
I did the same when I bought storage units. I separated everything out that as yard sale, online sale or trash. Wiped down and tagged yard sale items then put into tubs. I had a yard sale twice a year and it was so nice to have it already marked.
I have a suggestion...put at least half of that cash in your house..you do not need that much money in your bag ! Just for your own security don’t have that amount of cash on you
Got worried about how much but she’s on camera for safety
I have a cash box and remove all the big bills on a regular basis.
I have a memory from a very long time ago, stepmom and me and stepsister went to a yard sale together I was around 8 years old. The lady having the sale saw me looking at her barbie dolls. I was fascinated how the shoes fit so perfectly on her tiny feet. I asked my step mom if she would buy her for me. : ( she said NO we couldn't afford it. I sat down and imagined all the clothes I would make that doll and how she would look in the outfits with those pretty pink spike heels. My step mom was done and said lets go. I remember hating to leave that doll behind, but when she said NO that meant NO. We were almost to the car and the women from the yard sale was running up to us. My step mom said something like you better not have taken/broken anything Debbie. I hadn't done a thing but hang up all the clothes in the little case and put the shoes on the shelf. The woman had that case in her hand and I was terrified I had possibly broken s hanger or something. She said to me come here little girl with the freckles yes you! Step mom gave me a dirty look and my step sister snickered like I was in big trouble. The woman said I want you to have this, I looked at my SM and she nodded her head. I accepted and cried giving the lady a hug, saying thank you. It was a 1959 Barbie with a black and white stripped bathing suit. She had ugly hair I thought, but I loved her the moment I saw her. Years later my dad remarried 2 more times, I went to college and when I came home to visit I found out that this last step mom threw away all my dolls, that I had treasured since I was 8-16 years old.
That sounds so traumatic. 😢 God bless the lady that gave you the doll.
Thank you for sharing ❤
So I was 16 when we moved from north to south part of Michigan had brother helping pack they threw away my dolls she to old he said na na na 65 & have 2 favorites given by my grandgirls make clothes all the time makes my happiness so sorry they didn't give that to you 💖😍
Blame your Dad, he obviously did not know how to pick women
Oh noooo. I can't believe someone would do that to a kids memories. I'm so sorry. 😔
You are such a sweetheart. ❤️
I truly wish you would consider pricing your items and not letting them go for quite so little. You are selling yourself short. You may obtain the items for free but, you still have expenses in doing so. Not to mention that your time and effort has value.
Personally, as a shopper, I’m more apt to purchase items that are already priced. I have also had more success with my own yard sales when items are priced.
Thank you for sharing and for what you do! Love your videos! ❤️
I love how you are so happy to match up people with your “found” items. You have a generous heart and you are helping the planet.
I have a hard time taking money from people. I became good friends with a few people who hired me to cat and babysit. I stopped charging them and there went the business that never was. 🤷♀️ I’m glad you’re accepting money, Kelly, but I agree with some other commenters that you have stuff that’s worth more than a dollar or two. I know you’re trying to get rid of stuff but your time and energy is worth something too. 🤗
Definitely price. I hate going to garage sales and seeing no prices on items. Then i feel like i have to offer something and that i might offer to low and offend...or too high when i could have gotten it for less:)
I appreciate that too. Bartering is not my forte. ✝️Happy Ressurection Day‼️💟
Real nice finds!
You could get clear bags for piecing jewelry, at dollar stores, maybe.
@@christineberry3076 Snack bags work wonderfully... buy em at wal-mart though and get hundreds for what you would pay for 30 or 40 at dollar tree.
I disagree. I sell at a market and never price anything, my buyers like to bundle buy and what I want for certain things can change on the day depending on interest/demand. I am however very proactive with letting them know how cheap something is if I can see they are a bit hesitant. The more they bundle, the cheaper it gets. And then there are the thieves, I quote them high prices 😉
I set up my garage like a garage sale so then I just have to open the door and when the sale is done I just have to close it no setting up every day outside!
I was just gonna suggest the same thing
Thats a great idea
It looks like there’s way too much stuff 🤔 to do it that way. Otherwise, excellent plan❗️👍
Price them as you get them. Clean and do any repairs to furniture and then put sheets over them. Use the sheets on the ground for the clothes or shoes or stuffed animals. Do block pricing... ie blue tags $2, yellow tags $5 without the writing on them. Have a pricing guide hung up. Then have red tags as make offer for things you just want to get rid of no matter what. White tags can be larger more expensive items individually marked
1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣% AGREED 👍 Good ideas. Love the price chart❗️✝️Happy Ressurection Day‼️💟
Great idea w the color tags. They do this in a thrift store i been to as well. Also draws your eyes to items. For example, if u know yellow tags are $1, u will spot the cheaper stuff faster. Also for jewellery items do like they do at some stores (ie 3 for $2). It'll move stuff faster.
for vintage shoes or any vintage clothing you may want to really hype it up on FB and send pictures with pricing to theater groups - great job girl
I LOVE how she’s wearing the hat with the price. Imagine someone came and was like .50 I would like to buy it off the top of your head. 🤣
Like Minnie Pearl!
Oh my God I wish I was their. I love yard sales so much. Plus my daughter lives someplace near you I believe and I could see her. I'm in FL and I'm especially sad I can't be with her and my grandchildren on Easter. My grandson's birthday is on Monday as well. Goodluck with your garage sale.
You should do jewelry and easy to steal stuff a little closer to where you sit. That way you can keep the thieves a little more honest lol.
1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣% AGREED 👍 ❗️✝️Happy Ressurection Day‼️💟
You are amazing saving all that stuff from the land fill and making a few bucks to boot! You go girl!!!! :) You are making a difference! HUGS!!!!
You could definitely ask more for things and many people would pay it. A few might bargain the price down a little because that’s part of the fun. Remember you have to cover your fuel costs, laundry costs as well as your time.
I watched your live sale last weekend 😎. You’re a beautiful person and super kind❣️Love makes the world 🌍 go round. Hi from Simon’s Town South Africa 🇿🇦
You deserve every single bit of good fortune that you receive. You are one of the hardest working people I have ever seen . . . Thank you for your contributions to make the world a better place and of course, who can forget the love you share with Pilgrim. Keep being awesome. I totally hear you on the humidity. Yikes from Houston!!
It’s so neat! I can hear the birds tweeting !
OMG! Hearing that lawnmower in the background is music to my ears. That's always a sign of summer here in Wisconsin and the promise of warmer days. I'm so glad the rain held off for you. I know how frustrating that is getting everything set up and then having to scramble when the rain comes. Great Sale! Congrats on the Cash!
I think you should keep him! ( the lion pony) & make him your signature yard sale sentry!
I would just set the whole thing up in your garage and then on sale days I would just carry the big items out.
I had a big garage sale before I moved, in the add I stated that Early Birds would help set up ! And I’ll be darned but I got rid of 1/2 of it because of the early birds
Dang that a good idea 😂
🐇Happy Easter!!
You need to invest in some shelfs and clean the items up and price them as you go. That way if it rain you have some shelters.
I’m glad you wear a mask. 💕
Hey there dumpster sister! So glad you done well on your yard sale! 👏 u definitely deserve it!
Love your videos! You’re an amazing person!
You should get containers for all that stuff it’s easier to store and keep track of what you have ! 😁
Why not set up your garage and have the sale in there rain or shine. Clean & sort & price items as you find them. Box them up, label Yard Sale & contents inside, and stack them. Then when you are ready set up your garage. Easy! I do this all the time. I only put a few pieces outside of the garage like furniture, the rest in the garage arranged & tagged. My personal belongings I put in one area and use a wire stretched and a few flat sheet attached to cafe curtain hooks on the strung wire line as one long curtain to hide my personal stuff. With a sign NOT FOR SALE. I place my tables in front of the curtain so the customers can't see nor reach my personal stuff. Just a suggestion and less work in the end. You could also do the sale 2 days in a row on the second day charge half off or fill a bag for a few $ that way you get rid of stuff make money , then put the rest on FB marketplace for Free left over yard sale stuff all boxed & bagged up by the curb take it all! My stuff is picked up in 20 minutes gone! Makes garage yard sales fun & easy! and make yourself a bunch of $$$$
I like the idea of the re- usable price tags,,,, I keep lightweight cardboard boxes (eg cereal boxes, KD boxes, etc etc). I cut them to kind of regular sized square, put a sale price on each square, punch a hole on each cardboard square, put string or wool or twine on each piece,,, then as folks purchase stuff, I pull these re- usable sales squares off,, tuck them into a box for the next sale,, then I have a head start on the next yard sale
I agree with all of the suggestions already mentioned. Keep up all of your great work. I would suggest putting more up on tables, especially the shoes. Having to look on the ground at items is a turnoff for me. Clothes are better on a table also, easier to look through. Having tables end to end also give you a larger surface.
I love watching garage sales online :)
I love how you include your dog Pilgrim in the videos. That's one loyal and happy dog. Maybe you could do a 5 minutes video add-on of you and Pilgrim in the park? 👽❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🥣
You worked so hard collecting washing putting things in order and hanging clothes and much more I am so proud of you and your good looking husband Keep up the good work love you
Well done Kelly. I'd love to do what you do but it's not the same kind of culture here, over the pond. So I live vicariously through you. Best wishes Molly x
So nice to see people out doing ordinary things!
Wow makes me happy 😊
I like everything priced,,,hate it when nothing is priced, and you have to ask how much every time you pick up something,,,I usually just leave those unpriced garage sales..I just think they where lazy and did not want to bother pricing...but its so annoying... Also like it when its organized, clean,neat and everything on tables,shelf's and hangers,,,sorry ,not a fan on stuff laying on ground,or have to dig in boxes ...
Thank you for taking us along your journey of garage saleing.
Can’t wait for my yard sale April 17 with friends… I’ve been collecting free stuff from friends and family and I will donate some profit to the food pantry
I hope it goes well, and thank you for helping others as well
My absolute pleasure ! My cutie grandgirls will be selling water and muffins (and get to shop for the food pantry with their funds)
1a
just adore her
Watch out for the man that took so long looking at jewelry at your live yard sale, He gave ne the creepiest feeling.
Same
Me too
I felt the same way but wondering if he was with the woman in the black t shirt. I think he was just hanging out with her while she did her thing.
@@YellinHelenP he was with her. People need to not judge a book by its cover...
Girl! You need to open a thrift shop! Great sale- getting inspiration to do one soon
Good job Kellie! I watch your videos all the time.😊
I really really love what you do!! Always helping others! An amazing part of who you are! Wow 247 dollars!! Crazy wonderful ha ha Have a great day! ❤️😃👍
You run your garage sales same as I do...always giving people a deal!!
You’re awesome!!
Great job!! 💞
I love the odd angle statue
I always put a fan out to stay cooler. Nice long extension cord.😁
sweetheart your working so hard. plenty of aloe vera for your skin.
You really made alot of people's day!
It's a feel good watch
❤️
I wish Yard Sales were a thing in the U.K. but unfortunately they’re not! We have Car Boot Sales or Carbooty’s but it’s hassle having to pack it all, drive to the destination, unpack and set it up, then pack what wasn’t sold again! The Carbootys tend to be in fields so they’re normally out of the way meaning quite a long drive. As i said, it’s hassle! Hopefully Yard Sales will become a thing here soon.
I enjoyed watching your yard sale long distance . 👍
I don’t remember ever seeing this but how about at some point towards the end of your rummage sale you put your leftover stuff in boxes or large black garbage bags( bigger items ), call them mystery deals and the give them a crazy cheap price like 2 dollars a box or bag? Be sure to seal the boxes so people can’t peak and spoil their surprise probably with one appropriate sized piece duct tape. And THEN if that doesn’t Sell curb alert it? Really enjoy your bubbly soft spoken self also!
oh my god this tastes so good, first sip of coffee. lol i can relate x love from ireland
☘️ 🌈 LEAPING LEPRECHAUNS 🌈🍀 ‼️ ✝️Happy Ressurection Day‼️💟
0
Looked like a nice sale. Good for you. May need another weekend soon to finish the stuff off. Take care and be safe.
Taking a look back after today’s sale and whoa. It’s like night and day how far you’ve come! ❤
Great looking yard sale-so many fun things! So many things I would have gotten if I had been there😃 If you ever find some or could make some,a sandwich type board right outside your house helps grab a lot of the drive by,impulse shoppers.
Price the shoes at $5.00 then let them make an offer because some people will pay $5.00 just make sure no one is listing so you don't lose a deal of $5.00
I agree. $5 a pair of shoes is still very cheap.
I think 2 dollars was a good price for the shoes , especially because they didn't really sell anyways !
@@dawnsmith7936 yes but some do ask for a cheaper price like how about $1.00 I say put $5.00 on them and let them make a offer so she can get what she wants. I do the flea market and I get ladies always saying can you take a $1.00 for something I want $2.00 so the next time I go sale I price things up to $5.00 and if they ask if I can take $2.00 and I'll take the $2.00 people think they get a good deal.
@@dawnsmith7936 oh and she has some really nice shoes to sale too.
If I see $5 shoes at a yard sale I walk away.
Dumpster diving is hard work. Cleaning up stuff u find takes time and money. Setting up for garage sale is hard work. Don't under price ur items. If u want to sell something for $2, Mark it for $3. People will haggle. Your prices are amazing already. Also I would organize ur garage w bins and as u find and clean stuff, price it and dump in the bins with other similar items ie kids clothing. This way when it's time to set up for garage sale it's much less overwhelming and time consuming. If possible have the garage sale in the garage w big items outside. This way if it rains it's not a scramble to bring stuff back in. Also keeps customers out of sun so maybe they will stick around longer. Keep stuff that doesnt sell. Dont give it away. Keep them for next garage sale. Great job! U worked hard and u earn every cent you make 😙
Love your videos! You are always happy and excited about whatever you find!
I know it’s a lot of work I’ve had many I’d think about maybe doing something with the clothes in the bins older people have a hard time bending over digging and will just walk past stuff down to low
As you pick things up that you know will be for a future yard sale, you should try to go ahead and price it and box it when you put it in the garage then you’re ready!
You can put the horse out for holidays hat bunny ears, etc.
That was great Kelly glad you made alot! Your doing good and I love your videos! I love that orange chair I'd buy it but I'm way up in Canada lol have fun and stay safe.
My four year old and I Love what you do girly,.... I do the same over here in the Valley..Pick up furniture that people no longer want and sell it.....just haven't had a Yard Sale in a few months... Hopefully sometime soon if the weather allows it 🤞
You guys deserve the rewards for your work & you guys are awesome ❤
The towels can be used as they are, they are very absorbant that way. So you don't have to cut them. Enjoy your towels
Hi Kelly! I am so glad you had a great garage sale! Love your videos!
I love having yard sales. But the cleaning up process drives me nuts. But the last few ones I had I did a free curb alert and lots of people came and took the stuff so I was happy about that.
Omgosh. It's driving me nuts that your bills aren't faced. Lol. Great sale!!!
I have to have mine all the same way. Years of working g a cash register
yes i used to work in a bank this drive my ocd crazy i have to fix money always i cant count it if it is messed up and if i find another one i have to start over grr.
Snicker 🥴 I’m old school too. Presidents must face left to right. You made me smile. ✝️Happy Ressurection Day‼️💟
Garage sales are hard work! Great job, Kelly!😊
Great job Kelly!!! I would love to come to your garage sale.
If I was close I would buy the Santa rug, the Santa the pumpkin and wreaths
Two suggestions for sunburn: tea bag on it and or alovera plant juice/sap goo!! There’s also GREAT SPRAY at the drug store!! I love garage sales!!
Did you sell those mask + headband assortment goodies!! So cute!!
Has to be Earl Grey Tea. It has bergmont in it that takes the fire out of burns.
Remember to count your gas and time honey subtract what you spent and see what your profit is okay love your videos and hugs for Pilgrim.
Girl you need to get it organize. When you come home sort it, price tag it and then you can just have a keep side and a sell side. Get you some of those garage metal shelves they are great and your back will thank you. Good luck. Your clothes rack. You should get some permanent glue and glue the ends together.
Bless you kitten.
Can’t believe you had all that in the garage wow ❤️ great job Australia xx
Love your videos! Still watching, but hope you made out well with your sale😊
One person’s trash could be another person’s treasure! Recycling! Great job!
Agreed. You are saving the environment by rescuing stuff from dumpsters and helping someone who can't afford to pay full price to buy it at a huge discount. I buy furniture at thrift stores and repaint them so I can decorate my home without spending a fortune
Hello my friend! I hope you have an amazing day 😁👍❤
Thank you, you too!! :)
I luv your garage sales. It's the cheapest garage sale I ever seen. When I used to go to yard sales It's always mark more pricey. Wish I was at your garage sale.
Kelly, it's great it didn't rain. If you don't like the weather in Texas, just wait a minute and it will change. Lol Lots of good stuff, hope you sold a lot. Love watching you dive for treasure's.
Lol. We say that here in 🇮🇹ROCHESTER, NEW YORK🇺🇸 too. ☀️ 💦 ❄️ 💨 ✝️Happy Ressurection Day‼️💟
Wow girl, you are a hard worker!! Impressive🌼
Good for you! Hooray!
Hey girl, love watching you and Pilgrim, you should get steel shelves, like stockpiles, so it can help you with sorting stuff and selling.
I couldn't do this LOL it seems like so much more time & energy but you go girl!! I'll stick to the thrift stores
Wow you’re a trouper. Well done Lovely.👏👏😍
Honey when u have so much it is
Overwhelming especially when you have depression I know because that’s the way I am put some music on that u like an go to work when it’s hot it doesn’t help lam so proud of you u really did a good job god bless you and your family
Awesome sale. Garage sales haven't really started here yet. Can't wait. Great video
PLEASE do more diving videos! I love your diving and you inspire me to do so. I miss them so much!
I LIKED THAT RED CHAIR I SAW AT FIRST I DON'T SEE IT NOW.
Cash from Trash lmao
The weird lady in the skull shirt looking through the purse to see if there's anything actually in it 🤣
Just put a big sign saying $1 each u will see how fast everything goes
Yay!!! Love your garage sale videos!
Hi dear. Im always watching your videos. Just a suggestions when you do dumpster jumping when you go home, try to have a sorting box like a box for toy box for shoes ,box for misc. Etc and that would save your time and effort,☺️ . And you can sell those shoes in ebay that woul make u a lot of money..hope you notice me im watching from the Philippines, god bless you always❤️