Do I know what colour tag is? Heck no, I don't even know what flipping day it is now, running up to Christmas. Stuff everywhere in the house and a 3 year old running around. But Grandma is happy with the chaos - yes I am. lol

Those pop art prints are great. I would get them all, take them out of the ugly frames, and sell them as a set for $100. Then you can just roll up and ship them off.

Regardless, for a store who receives a majority of the supplies/ items by donation I feel like there should be a price cap. The premise for buying second hand was supposed to be affordability. Training and all of the programs developed came later on. Goodwill, Salvation Army and all of the thrift or resell stores should be grateful for the donations and stop being so greedy! I am well aware that they have overhead and employees and all the things, it would be nice if they could just for once consider the consumers that make the businesses function and thrive! Without us there would be NO them! Happy Holidays everyone and have safe travels wherever you find yourself this holiday! Stay safe Karen and Roger and Merry Christmas you love birds ❤

I would have taken the dog print you left behind( that was the best one). A lot of Dog/Cat lovers out here, including myself. Luv your videos.

@Nancy-rp7mo

6 ай бұрын

Agree! The chip in the frame would’ve been easy to repair sand and paint over or leave it alone it was awesome! Very surprised you put it back!

Hi Karen, Merry Christmas 🎄 I opened up my stocking today and my Husband bought a beautiful necklace from you and your hand written card was included. So kind of you. I follow you closely and watch all of your videos. He knows you are such a favorite of mine. Made my Holiday. Merry Christmas to you and Roger. ❤

@lavenderclothesline

6 ай бұрын

My pleasure!! Thank you so much for your support, Merry Christmas 🎄🎁

Wasn't sure if you'd post on Christmas Eve but you're so reliable. Hope your trip to Florida is great- Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

@silverstatepicks

6 ай бұрын

Oh I miss her already! Merry Christmas Karen & Roger

I spoke with an associate that works at Goodwill, regarding there pricing. She told me it’s the store Manager that determines what the prices are. So each store manager sets the prices? She said yes. So, this is why 1 Goodwill has low prices, verses the one in the next towns prices that are much, much higher.

@suzanne296

6 ай бұрын

I worked at goodwill for a very short time decade ago. Where I live they have set prices for stuff.

@loriquinn2850

6 ай бұрын

I asked in my Goodwill and was told that the Manager sets the prices for the brick-a-brack. Do they set the prices for the clothing as well?

@lavenderclothesline

6 ай бұрын

I’ve been told by the highest management that independent pricers are brought in and train employees giving that individual pricer bonuses for how many of their items sell with the highest price. So exact items can be priced differently depending on which pricer set the price

@hmbiss

6 ай бұрын

@@lavenderclotheslinewhen you’re at the register and an item you want to purchase doesn’t have a price sticker. The Goodwill’s I visit in CT have to get a manager to tell them what to charge me. If the people who work there are trained in pricing they should be able to do this on their own. Also, I remembered, I’ve seen, when someone is in an isle shopping, and theirs no price, an employee has to go get a manager for a price.

@debbywickman1103

6 ай бұрын

​@suzanneschulz1905 they do at mine for clothes and linens but everything else is whatever they feel like pricing it

Lil’ Tip - take a photo of the color of the week upon entering the store and then you can always glance back at your phone. ❤😊

The 3 Goodwills in my area are like that pitiful first store -- nothing but junk and all overpriced.

@nancyblank5979

6 ай бұрын

All the thrift stores in my area are like that

@lettyaraya5031

6 ай бұрын

@@nancyblank5979I know same here in Miami Florida employees take all the good stuff also hold it for family and friends making it almost impossible to find anything.

The Chicago Bulls trash 🏀🏀🏀can is a large item to attract traffic into the booth and can hold golf clubs etc.? Maybe make a corner of sports 🏈 items to attract the sports fans in and another part of the booth can have other goodies. What fun

No Holds Barred: is a wrestling term. Back when I wrestled in high school we were prevented from using certain holds on our opponent. Choke holds are often among holds that are outlawed (barred). So, to wrestle with No Holds Barred simply means no rules and the phrase’s usage has become common and means: No Restrictions.

When filming I understand the music is annoying but when I shop I like music playing.Love your videos!

Merry Christmas to you both.🎄🎅

Art Frames: as you stack, transport and store framed art (such as the framed linen pair) I suggest you stack them front to front and back to back, to limit additional wear. If you stack them all in the same direction, the framing and hanging hardware on the back of 1 rubs directly against the front of another. When I shelf them, I use cardboard sections or foam board pieces between each piece to prevent additional wear.

@brianhenry2385

6 ай бұрын

The next group (cat/dog) of frames show just what I mean. That kind of wear and scratching results from moving them around. The hardware on the backs causes the damage.

@lavenderclothesline

6 ай бұрын

@@brianhenry2385or throwing them all on top of each other on a Goodwill shelf 😂

@brianhenry2385

6 ай бұрын

@@lavenderclothesline Yes, so so true. I cringe every time I see them stacked that way in one of your videos They both present better and are easier to see when the store uses some sort of hanging system. I store mine upright, separated with cardboard. I think your wax idea has merit for trying to undo the damage inflicted by the store staff and store customer's handling. I suspect they were in much better shape when they were donates. I have passed up on a lot of nice art over the years because of frame damage. Happy Holidays and enjoy your Vaca to FL.

@beckyhennesy6245

6 ай бұрын

Another great video. I have to admit, I’m always sad when you separate sets. The two pop art dogs are now separated for life!

I finally went to the booth!! Love it! So happy for you guys ❤❤❤

You did great with the pop-art ,personally I never worry about the frames they can be painted. I'm an artist and get most of my frames at Goodwill to save money!!

@brianhenry2385

6 ай бұрын

True that painting the frames can hide a lot of sins. I myself used to do my own matting and framing, to increase the appeal of the art I found at estates and storage units (back when my business model was clearing large quantities), but as Karan has said in the past that the way some stores chose to re-sell art is a shame, while others display them so well on art walls. I suspect that if more stores handled and stored them better they would see a notable increase in both the prices art brought and number of sales. They would sell more to those folks who aren't looking for more projects.

@bobbiellison4315

6 ай бұрын

@@brianhenry2385 let's not tip them off. Art is one of the few categories left that you can still find a great deal at the Goodwill 😀

@brianhenry2385

6 ай бұрын

@@bobbiellison4315 Fully agree with you Bob.

Have read most of your comments and I have to agree that I would have bought all of the pop art whether it had a chip on the frame or not because nine times out of 10 they're going to change the frame or paint it anyway so I really feel you should have bought all

Hi Karen an roger wishing you both a happy Christmas an healthy new year lv Ann uk ❤️❤️❤️🇬🇧🇬🇧

If ever I was to sell, I would remember your advice on picking and posting. I think people keep buying from you because you have a high standard.😊

I liked that giraffe tea pot!! I would go nuts in your Goodwill, mine has a few good things but nothing like yours. Great video, as always! ❤

Those pop-art pictures are sooo "Andy Warhol-esque"! I would take them from you in a second! ~ Amy ❤

@laurabarker2233

6 ай бұрын

Also Dean Russo

My niche item is belts! They used to be 99c each & now they are $2.99 & up! I measure & disclose top of buckle to belt end even if sized. I always enjoy finding Vineyard Vines belts, but I'll purchase unbranded leather belts if the notches aren't torn etc.

@lavenderclothesline

6 ай бұрын

Yes, I also try to remember to also list the width

@skokiereader

6 ай бұрын

@@lavenderclothesline Yes, definitely width, too! Photos are key!

@Kentuckygardengal

6 ай бұрын

Just picked up a Vineyard Vine.🥰

@skokiereader

6 ай бұрын

@@KentuckygardengalCool!

Funny😆I liked the white vase with black splat.😅

Wishing you, your family and all your viewers a Merry Christmas. Will have to watch the video a little later, getting ready for Christmas Eve celebration.

Merry Christmas! Watched you since the beginning. Have learned so much now I can semi retire and resell full time. Thank you. You are such a blessing

My grandmother had that very same chopper hopper. Thank you for the walk down memory lane!

Do we love thrifting with Karen on Christmas Eve? Yes we do! Merry Christmas to you both 🎄

I can see Cottage Core people liking that little pic in the frame.

Those animal paintings are from a famous artist that recently passes away

Safe travels to Florida and Happy holidays to you and Roger ❤

Merry Christmas Karen & Roger! I love going thrifting with you at a "good" Goodwill!

Thank you so much for this video !!! A long day at work on this Christmas Eve and you made a relaxing evening watching this!! Merry Christmas to you and Roger and your family!!!!❤❤

I love the little framed pictures too

Your finally getting a little taste of our Goodwill prices.Those wooden pictures would be $8.00-$12.00 or more here. The animal pictures , $13.00 or more, each. And nothing is $2.00 here, barely if ever! South King County WA state.

@anamanaghan821

6 ай бұрын

Spot on! I’m from Western Washington and a part time reseller! Happy Holidays

@mythoughts6922

6 ай бұрын

@@anamanaghan821 Yeah girl, me too, thanks 👍 !

@LindaKayHolevas

6 ай бұрын

I’m in Portland, OR & same here. I haven’t been into a Goodwill in over 6 months. When I see them selling used Dollar Tree items for $4.99, I just get annoyed. Who wants to get annoyed while shopping? Not me! 😊

Should of bought the signed bull dog…limited edition (that is what the numbers indicated) signed print. 😀

Merry Christmas. Love to you both and family.

Karen Merry Christmas to you and Roger! You guys are adorable and I love your videos! Hope you have an amazing vacation. Much love from Miami Florida 😊

Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄. Have fun on your trip to Florida. Hugs * L

At the 21:16 mark those amber glass canisters on the lower right side of the screen were worth checking out. If either were LE Smith they might be a good item for the booth.

I purchased a Christmas nightgown from you almost a year ago, I love it! I just found your channel and am excited to continue doing business with you!

You put back the cutest one 😥 who cares about the frame please go back for that doggie!

Again thank you for taking me thrifting , I so look forward to your videos at some point this summer I want to check out your goodwill and hope to stop at your antique store , my sons in laws live in Lancaster so I know will be visiting , as family .Merry Christmas to you and Roger , ❤❤❤❤🎄🎄🎄🎄🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 keep those thrifting videos coming .

Happy Christmas Eve 🎉 and a Prosperous 2024

The dentures thing is hilarious.

Those cat pictures are cute. Im sure they will sell. Ok so your putting back one with chip. Watching

Have fun on your trip to see Melissa and Barry! Happy Holidays!

@freshbloominclothing

6 ай бұрын

Thank you! Happy holidays ❤

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and Roger and family. Have a great holiday with your family! 🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

Merry Christmas dear Karen and Roger. ❤🎄

did a google lens for the bulldog came up &100+

Merry Christmas everyone!!

Merry Christmas to you and your family . Have a good visit to Florida.

At 14:02 I liked the giraffe teakettle. You didn't even glance at it.😕

At least one glass shade was on the shelf above where the brass sconces were...

Merry Christmas to you and Roger!

Merry Christmas, you guys.

Happy Holidays!🎄🎄

Welcome to Florida! Our Goodwill (Lakeland) has "not so good" items and is so expensive.

@RetiredCheryl2021

6 ай бұрын

I know that store in Lakeland. So few hard goods! It’s not worth the gas to even try.

@RetiredCheryl2021

6 ай бұрын

On a positive note, we do have good and plentiful estate sales. 🙂

@user-sp8gg6ji6t

6 ай бұрын

@@RetiredCheryl2021 and garage sales.

Wishing you both a very Merry Christmas and a great new year of thrifting ❤

Our Goodwills in lower Fairfield County CT most ebay sellers will starve. Anywhere there is commercial square footage at a premium cost - the smaller the store.

Love the video ❤❤❤❤

Thanks for posting. Merry Christmas 🎄

@lavenderclothesline

6 ай бұрын

Merry Christmas!🎄

Have a very Merry Christmas Karen and Roger!...... Hope you have a great time in Florida with Mellissa and hubby! It would be terrific if you and Mellissa could make a couple videos together while you are there.....they are always fun to watch! Enjoy your vacation and Happy Holidays!! 🎄🎁🎅

Frog planter, score!!! I believe it will go fast in your booth!!! Or at least in spring for sure!!!💞💞🙃💞💞

Have fun you two! Bring some sunshine home in a jar!

I would get that cat pic too

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas to Karen and Roger. You are the perfect couple.

The bull dog print was the best of the lot. 200 is the number of lithograph prints made, so it was a limited print ( not made out of a copier or photographed). Under 500 is a medium lot. Under 100 is a small lot. The top number is which order the print was made. Lower numbers are worth more because they tend to be cleaner and sharper prints. Later numbers are worth a little less because of potential blurring and color bleeding. There are also AP - Artist print, which is when the artist checks the print as quality control. ❤

Merry Christmas Karen and Roger 🎄🎁🎄

belts are expensive in the retail stores.

If someone likes the print, they will change the frame if they are not happy with them. I don't particularly like those green frames regardless of their condition but the prints are nice.

I wish you would have picked up the swan, great finds though! You always find great stuff!

Karen, I always take a picture of color tag sale when I walk in because two seconds later of course I forget🤣

Merry Xmas........Safe Travels.............🥰

MERRY CHRISTMAS ! KAREN AND ROGER ?..LOve you both …🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄❤️❤️❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Print numbers: 200 is how many were made 80 is what number this one is The lower the number the better

@lavenderclothesline

6 ай бұрын

Correct

18:33 My Goodwill stores are so small compared to your's because I live in a rural area. The prices are pretty good.

Another good video from you and Roger. I'm not being negative when I say that it kind of makes me sad that you don't even get to take a vacation without sourcing making it not really a vacation. I really love you and Roger and I hope you can actually take some time off ... just for you!!! You have earned it!

@lavenderclothesline

6 ай бұрын

Why do you think that we don’t take vacations where we don’t shop? 😂 but if we did, it would be because we want to, not have to! Most thrifting is not work for us but enjoyment… it’s like saying to a chef, why do you cook on vacation? Pure pleasure

Merry Christmas!!!!

I feel if they want items to sale and get their name out there as a good price goodwill they would get more customers and more sales. they should price items to move out the door to make room for new items to come in. I’ve had a brick and mortar store and that’s what I had done and the word got out my prices were better than goodwills and my items were always like new condition and my store was clean and had friendly staff. But I had to retire early, I do miss having a business. And it’s sad to see how some thrift stores are gouging prices. As they are donate items. And mine were not donated, plus I would also offer to purchase items from private sellers. That’s my rant for the day lol hope you have a great day and happy holidays to you and yours💜

The acrylic framed art aren’t my esthetic either but found myself saying get them all chipped frame and all !!!! I’m sure you will do well on those.

If on a print it has say 70over 200 that means its a limited addition its the 70th print out of 200 signed prints..

like the crock,even if your black and blue you will still look good. That"s the hazard when your not tall, where"s Roger?

I find the selection is better at donation center stores as opposed to the stores that have to get trucks from the donation centers. Our Goodwills here price clothes at a flat price and hardgoods are usually priced pretty low when compared to the other thrift stores in the area.

I dont know if I would wax the frames, just rub some paint on it. Once there is wax its hard to paint over, dont take long to paint a frame❤

@lavenderclothesline

6 ай бұрын

I absolutely love that you imagine that I have a life where I can paint frames 💜💜💜🥰

@Robin-MP

6 ай бұрын

grabboing a paint brush is no more work than throwing in a load of wash Karen and I know you do that to make the inventory look nice .❤ Merry Christmas get some rest@@lavenderclothesline

I want the Yorkie. ❤❤❤

@lavenderclothesline

6 ай бұрын

It will be in my vintage booth in Hummelstown Pa ( local pick up) 😊

Watching an interesting video Ralli Roots from 5 days ago about 16 minutes in (sitting in car), they are discussing why they think Goodwill's prices are so high and how managers, etc. are paid. If you watch the entire video, you will see some of the outrageous prices at other "thrift" stores.

@lavenderclothesline

6 ай бұрын

I thrift in Florida quite often ( where Ralli Roots live) 😂

Schnauzer…yes please!

FYI, I can tell the song in the background when your looking at the cat pictures is The Fray. I knew it the minute it came on.

On the prints the bottom number is the number made and top number is where that one is in the order of production

@lavenderclothesline

6 ай бұрын

That is correct

@tlcooper2.0

6 ай бұрын

@@lavenderclothesline Okay but in the store you said you didn't know what it meant. That's why she was explaining to you.

Sharon G here. The cat artist is Ron Burns.

I would have bought all of the signed dog and cat prints personally. Maybe find another piece in there that had a good frame and buy it too. Then gone home and switched out the frames. There's always Michael's and Hobby Lobby for frames too. I actually may end up with a lot of prints here that are going to need frames so this may work for me too. Buy stuff at Goodwill etc. just for the mats and frames. Way cheaper than buying it new.

You passed up the brass reindeer candle holders ???

Get the CAT!!! Cats sell!!!💞💞🙃💞💞

The Goodwills near me have high prices also. I have seen household things with original prices more than half of the goodwill price. Dollar tree plastics at $3.99. Seriously ridiculous. Also, when you look up items on eBay, do you filter for the sold items? I couldn’t tell, but that will give sold prices, not just list prices. Nice video. Thank you!

@CarolBahm

6 ай бұрын

KRen always filters for sold comps.

Hey Karen and Roger...I was wondering if you would take us to the shop where you once took us badk in the summer and you picked up lots of costume jewellery that was reduced...I can't remember where it was but maybe you do?? It sold lots of other stuff as well...Merry Christmas.x

@Laurie-BHFANDF

6 ай бұрын

I think it was Mount Joy Thrift & Gift.

@kitchenworker446

6 ай бұрын

@@Laurie-BHFANDF Yes...I think you are right...!

My guess is that if the prices are higher inventory isn’t flipping much. Lower prices inventory always newer

waving my hand, I got you! 🤣 You guys are too cute! :)

Consider you could sell the matted print without the frame, if it's damaged. 😊

Somebody is selling that cat for 90.00