Reader, Heading abroad to shop antiques, spending days wandering the countryside and filling up a whole shipping container . . . Sounds dreamy, right? Maybe?! But really there is soooo much more that goes into importing and heading out on an international sourcing trip. In today's video, I'm spilling the tea on what really goes into one of these trips. If you've been wondering what the reality looks like, this video is for you. Click here to Watch 20 Things Nobody is Telling you 20% off...
27 days ago • 1 min read
Flash Summer Sale now Live Use the code SUMMER at checkout to get 20% off everything remaining in The Found Collection online shop, starting today and ending Friday, July 24th. I want to offer a thank you to all my amazing customers, and also help make way for new items I'll be bring back in August. Head to TheFoundCollection.com Enter code SUMMER in the discount box during checkout Sale ends July 24th Click here to Shop Please note this sale does not include our digital products, it is for...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Reader, I can remember when I signed my first antique booth lease, now over 14 years ago. I didn't understand a lot of what it said, and wasn't sure what questions I needed to ask. It was exciting but also a bit overwhelming, if I'm being honest. I was just a mom of 3 little kids (well 2 kids and one of the way), trying to sell some fun stuff to make a little extra $$. A commercial lease was totally out of my realm of normal things I dealt with 😅 But signing that paper ended up being one of...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Reader, This video took me a bit longer than I wanted to get out, but here it finally is! If you missed coming to my Found Collection in-person sale, you'll get to see it all here in this video. I share the moment the crates arrived, what it looked like to unpack and set it all up, plus tons of footage of the actual sale and the great pieces I found. It's a behind the scenes look at what it took to pull this off, plus more details on all those English goodies. I hope you enjoy it! Click here...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, I just got back from seven days on an Alaska cruise and honestly I’m still not fully back to reality 😅 My mother-in-law gifted her three kids and grandkids this amazing trip, and what an experience it was. It was one of those trips that kind of stops you in your tracks. Whales poking their tales out of the ocean. Mountains sitting there being completely unbothered by everything. Bald eagles perched on light poles, just hanging out for everyone to see. I didn’t source a single...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Reader, Our family is still away traveling, so this is a short and sweet update today. I just wanted to let you know about a new post over the blog, where we dive into naming your antique booth: why it matters, what to consider, and 20 ideas to get your creative juices flowing. Click HERE to Read Reminder about our Shipping Delay Quick reminder that The Found Collection Online shop is closed for shipping from June 11 through June 21st. You're welcome to browse and place an order, however...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Reader, Who doesn't love a good trip to the thrift store? Whether you're on the hunt for budget-friendly decor for your own home or you're a reseller, an afternoon thrift shopping is a delight for many of us. Over the years though, I've learned there are some things to avoid when you're out thrifting. It can be tempting to just grab it all, but some items are best left sitting on the shelves. We tackle these thrift store red flags today over on the blog, in a brand new post. Click HERE to...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Reader, Starting in 2023, things began feeling different in my business. And as I talked to my booth owner and reselling friends, I wasn't the only one feeling that way. The truth is, since 2020, a LOT has changed in the reselling world - whether you are a booth owner, show seller, or are only online. And in the last 3 years, the pace of changes has sped up. But I don't want you to be discouraged! With change also comes opportunity, and I believe smart sellers can adapt to what we're seeing...
2 months ago • 1 min read
I have one website restock for June, and it's happening today in the Found Collection online shop: An 1864 Hand-stitched Framed Sampler - Shop HereA beautiful piece of early English history, stitched by hand more than 160 years ago. Framed and ready to hang, with the kind of character and craftsmanship that simply can't be recreated today. An Heirloom Blue Willow Platter - Shop HereRich blue transferware with the timeless Willow pattern collectors have loved for generation. At 16.5" wide,...
3 months ago • 1 min read