Shop Talk: Selling Vintage with Whitney & Nicole

In this episode of Shop Talk , co-hosts Nicole and Whitney catch up on their recent sourcing adventures and share what they’re learning as they grow their antique and vintage businesses. From Brimfield’s unpredictable weather and field-by-field logistics to Whitney’s intense buying trip in England, this conversation is full of honest behind-the-scenes insight, practical advice, and plenty of stori...

In this episode, Whitney and Nicole share expert tips on researching, dating, and pricing antiques and vintage items. They cover practical techniques, key resources, and industry insights to help collectors and sellers enhance their knowledge and confidence. Thank you to this episode’s sponsors! Jill Roddan (IG @jillroddan ) - Cotswolds, England. She sells at Tudor House in Stow-on-the-Wold &...

This month, we sat down with Krista Agocs, the owner and creative mind behind KPorter Home. She has been an antiques lover and collector for many years and hosts live sales and quarterly themed marathons on Instagram. Krista is disabled and hopes to use her platform for advocacy in addition to sharing her love for old stuff. Thank you to the sponsors for this month’s episode! Dolly Archer English...

Nicole & Whitney answer your burning questions in today's episode of Shop Talk. From choosing website platforms to planning your first overseas buying trip (plus Whitney's spicy take on asking for a dealer's shipper names) - we give you the lows and highs of selling antiques and vintage online. ☕️ To receive a shop shout out during the next episode and to support the podcast, head...

In this episode of Vintage Shop Talk, we welcome Wendy Batten, a retail business coach and former shop owner, to discuss the journey from running a vintage business as a hobby to treating it as a serious, intentional business. Wendy shares her insights on the importance of mindset shifts, the four pillars of business, and how to scale sustainably without losing joy. The conversation emphasizes the...

Join Whitney & Nicole as they recap their business highlights of 2025 and look ahead to 2026! Consider this your coffee date with your business besties 👯‍♀️as we break down what worked last year, our biggest challenges and wins, and how we are planning to make 2026 our best year in business yet. We want to thank our friends Dolly Archer English Antiques for sponsoring today’s episode. Richard...

Get ready for an exciting episode as Whitney and Nicole take you on a journey into the enchanting @worldofnatashakennerley ! You might have caught a sneak peek of our unforgettable adventure through the picturesque Cotswolds, complete with a charming afternoon tea at Natasha's wonderfully curated home, during our October England trip. Now, we're diving deeper into Natasha’s captivating sto...

In this episode of Shop Talk, hosts Whitney and Nicole interview Thais and Richard from Dolly Archer Antiques, a husband and wife team specializing in English antiques. They discuss the origins of their business, the challenges of sourcing and selling antiques, and the importance of community and collaboration in the antique industry. The conversation also covers tips for identifying quality antiq...

Whitney & Nicole traveled to England last month with their husbands for their first antique buying trip. And we fell hard for England! Join us for a recap on our week in the countryside. We share all the logistics for traveling to and from England, importing antiques, getting around the country, finding antique fairs and more. We are so thankful for our supporters! This month’s sponsors includ...

In this episode of Shop Talk, Whitney and Nicole discuss the intricacies of shipping vintage items with guest Crystal Joyce. They explore the challenges sellers face, the importance of effective packaging, and the common mistakes made in the shipping process. Crystal shares her journey from accounting to becoming a shipping expert, emphasizing the significance of customer experience and the role o...

From antique treasures to tariffs - join our conversation with Kristina Urquhart from @the.vintage.seeker , as she shares how her business is bridging the gap between sellers and seekers - now available to watch on YouTube & Spotify! 📢 Welcome to Shop Talk, your monthly dose of inspiration for selling vintage and antiques online, hosted by @vintagehavenshoppe and @conard.and.co. We bring you...

Summary In this episode of Shop Talk, hosts Whitney and Nicole discuss the evolution of their podcast, their personal journeys in the vintage selling business, and the importance of community support. They share insights from their experiences, highlight memorable guests, and address common challenges faced by sellers. The conversation also covers their transition to a new recording format, future...

The warmer weather is here, and we are smack dab in the middle of “Market Season”! This episode is all about traveling for antiques — from jumping in your car to hit up a local market, to hopping on a plane in pursuit of bustling Parisian brocantes.🧳 We dove into Nicole’s recent trip to Paris, along with several large markets here in the states. Learn about how to prepare for a market, what to br...

Inventory is both the bane and delight of an antique dealer’s existence - finding it can be thrilling, but managing it…not so much. Which is why we are hosting Kelli Ellis for a conversation on how to use technology and storytelling to manage and sell your inventory for your vintage & antique shop! Kelli Ellis,  @world_of_ronati  SVP Industry Relations & Business Development, is an acclaim...

Do you love French antiques? Is it a dream to peruse the Parisian markets while taking in the rich, French culture? Well, today’s special guest has developed a sense of “je ne sais quoi” in the City of Lights. We are thrilled to have Helen from Quintessentially French as our first international “tour guide”! Helen is about to whisk us away on an exciting journey through the streets of Paris, revea...

Whether you’re ready to take the plunge and finally start that Etsy shop, or if you already have one up and running, this episode is for you! We dive deep into selling on Etsy - sharing the good, the bad, and the confusing parts about leveraging this massive platform for our small businesses. This episode is a great overview of how to sell on Etsy - soup to nuts. From setting up a listing, to dete...

Tax season is upon us, whether we are ready or not! Finances, tax preparation, bookkeeping, and let’s face it - anything pertaining to numbers - can cause a sense of dread or overwhelm. Whether you are just starting out and want to know how to properly track your finances, or if you are already an established small business owner, this episode is for YOU! Get your pen and paper out, because you wi...

Are you ready to give your online vintage shop a boost? Or are you just starting out and don’t know where to start when it comes to telling people about the amazing vintage you’re selling? Our next SHOP TALK episode dives deep into marketing. Tune in as we share our strategies for telling people about what we are selling. From using Instagram and Facebook to business cards and text messages, we wi...

We share all the nitty gritty details of what worked (and didn't) this past year in our vintage online business, and what we're doing differently in 2025. Originally aired on Instagram Live on Dec. 11, 2024. Follow our accounts for more vintage news, tips, and sales: -Whitney on IG at @thrifty_whitney and ⁠www.thriftywhitney.com⁠ -Nicole on IG at @vintagehavenshoppe and her Etsy shop: ⁠htt...

For many of us vintage sellers, we don’t stop at selling on the internet. We love to sell in person through shows and antique booths! But how do we juggle Instagram sales, a website, and a booth business without losing our minds?! Our November guest Melanie from ‪ ⁠@LostFoundDecor‬⁠ will share her journey of 12+ years in running a vintage business with multiple revenue streams that includes antiqu...

From side hustle to full-time passion, the journey of a vintage seller is rarely a straight line. In our upcoming Shop Talk, we sit down with a seasoned entrepreneur who's weathered the ups and downs of family life, career pivots, and ever-changing online business. Trust us, you won't want to miss this honest and inspiring conversation. Sarah Durst of Potter's Daughter has spent years in the vinta...

If you love cheeky thrifting reels, live sales, and learning about weird vintage items, you will LOVE our next guest! Heather from @thrifted.home.co joins us for September Shop Talk! Heather has been sharing her passion for vintage on Instagram since 2021 and has built a successful online business using many different platforms. She has also cracked the code on creating viral content to grow her a...

In today’s episode of Shop Talk, we chat about vintage product photography and styling, with special guest Jennifer from Shared Belongings! We discuss basic photography principles, equipment you need (or don't need!), how to style vignettes and lifestyle shots, and how to edit and process photos after a shoot. Resources mentioned: Whitney's list of photography tools - https://www.amazon.com/shop/t...

Today's episode is all about selling vintage and antiques online with integrity. We welcome special guest Kandis from @the.vintagevine on Instagram to talk about what integrity means, how our values guide our businesses, and how we walk through difficult situations with customers, other shops, and more. These originally aired as livestreams on Instagram. Follow @thrifty_whitney and @vintagehavensh...

Today we had an open Q&A session for vintage selling! We answered dozens of fabulous questions about selling from you all. And towards the end, we really got honest about how to run a business. Follow us on Instagram - Whitney - http://www.instagram.com/thrifty_whitney Nicole - http://www.instagram.com/vintagehavenshoppe Get your FREE Starter Kit for Online Vintage Sellers here, with the tips,...