Sifting through dusty bins of secondhand sweaters was once seen as a necessity by depression era families. Not so today. Now, socially conscious #millennials seeking #upcycled clothing, scour the racks of The Flipping Peddler while young homeowners shop us in search of quality furniture. The resale industry itself is; according to Forbes, a lucrative oneContinue reading “A New Era of Recycling”
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The Flipping Peddler Story
From the way their stories are told, in their past, both men went “junkin” one day and never stopped. Twenty plus years later, they met, worked together, talked and found a similar passion for the business of 2nd hand and thrift shopping. From that meeting they began to plan and then formed a partnership thatContinue reading “The Flipping Peddler Story”
On Being a Picker
There’s no cure for being a picker. It’s not an ailment, it’s a gift. It often accompanies the gift of gab, an eye for quality hidden under dirt and the perpetual smile that comes with having fun. It comes with an extended pride in accomplishing the restoration of an item someone threw away, and itContinue reading “On Being a Picker”
Peacock Dresser
Peacock Dresser Hey you guys ever just find that one fun piece of furniture you wish you had three or four of, this is one of those for me. Just love the shape and size of this dresser and the fun little mirror insert. After looking at it for a few days I decided onContinue reading “Peacock Dresser”
The Journey Begins
Thanks for joining me! Good company in a journey makes the way seem shorter. — Izaak Walton
