Ep. 29: 2025 Recap & Looking Ahead

Ep. 34: Summer Sourcing Update

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 stories from the road. This episode features shop shout-outs to: * Elisabeth’s Vintage Treasures - IG @Elisabeths_vintage_treasures * Mimi’s Vintage - IG @shopmimisvintage * Side Hustle KC - IG @sidehustle.kc * Dolly Archer English Antiques - IG @dollyarcherenglishantiques ☕️ To receive a shop shout out during the next episode and to support the podcast, head over to Buy Me a Coffee to sign up - we appreciate your help in bringing this podcast to your earbuds every month! https://buymeacoffee.com/vintageshoptalk Resources mentioned * Brimfield Antique Week: brimfieldantiqueweek.com Follow our accounts for more vintage news, tips, and sales: -Whitney on IG at @conard.and.co and her website: http://www.conardandco.com -Nicole on IG at @vintagehavenshoppe and her Etsy shop: https://vintagehavenshoppe.etsy.com Get your FREE Starter Kit for Online Vintage Sellers here, with the tips, supplies, and apps you need to jumpstart your shop - http://conardandco.myflodesk.com/starterkit

Ep. 33: Researching Antiques

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 [https://www.instagram.com/jillroddan/]) - Cotswolds, England. She sells at Tudor House in Stow-on-the-Wold & Station Mill Antiques in Chipping Norton, England. * Helen Wilde (second time sponsor) - IG @helensprettyvintage2018 [https://www.instagram.com/helensprettyvintage2018/]. Located in Brighton, UK. Visit Etsy shop [https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/helensprettyvintage]. * Lauren (IG @soulofasouthernhome [https://www.instagram.com/soulofasouthernhome/]) - Horse brass queen and equestrian antiques in Nashville, Tennessee. Visit Etsy shop [https://www.etsy.com/shop/soulofasouthernhome] Special thank you to our repeat monthly sponsors Richard and Thais from Dolly Archer English Antiques - IG @dollyarcherenglishantiques [https://www.instagram.com/dollyarcherenglishantiques]. Visit shop website. [https://www.dollyarcher.com/]  keywords antique research, vintage pricing, antique identification, furniture dating, art and ceramics, auction results, dealer relationships, museum resources, antique books, pricing strategies Chapters 00:00 Introduction to ShopDoc and Antiques Research 03:36 Understanding Antique Dating and Research Techniques 12:07 Historical Context and Its Importance in Antiques 24:24 Resources for Researching Antiques and Artwork 43:00 Understanding Antique Pricing and Authenticity 46:12 Building Trust Through Knowledge 48:11 Essential Resources for Antique Dealers 53:21 Networking and Relationships in the Antique Community 56:41 Utilizing Technology for Antique Identification 59:45 Pricing Strategies for Antique Items 01:05:34 The Importance of Cash Flow in Antiques 01:10:14 Supporting Each Other in the Reselling Community  resources Judith Miller's Antique Price Guides - https://amzn.to/3Rmt3Br [https://amzn.to/3Rmt3Br] Worthpoint Auction Database - https://www.worthpoint.com [https://www.worthpoint.com] Invaluable Auction Platform - https://www.invaluable.com [https://www.invaluable.com] The Potteries.org - https://www.thepotteries.org [ https://www.thepotteries.org] Replacements.com for China and Silverware - https://www.replacements.com [https://www.replacements.com] Brave Art UK - Canvas and Frame Dating - https://bravefineart.com/blogs/news/identifying-the-age-of-a-canvas-painting?srsltid=AfmBOor7fYwQMp9WmCXoky5TBvRAy63UeJ46M0dKz1L3RiONr-NYaB1P [https://bravefineart.com/blogs/news/identifying-the-age-of-a-canvas-painting?srsltid=AfmBOor7fYwQMp9WmCXoky5TBvRAy63UeJ46M0dKz1L3RiONr-NYaB1P] Museum Online Catalogs (e.g., The Met, UK Museums) - https://www.metmuseum.org [https://www.metmuseum.org] Sainsbury's Advertising Pot Database - https://www.sainsburyarchive.org.uk/catalogue/highlights [https://www.sainsburyarchive.org.uk/catalogue/highlights] Jean Weatherby’s Ironstone Books - https://amzn.to/4dtOSYi [https://amzn.to/4dtOSYi] Kovel’s Antique Price Guide - https://a.co/d/08xIJCCO [https://a.co/d/08xIJCCO] Nicole’s Amazon storefront for reference books:https://amzn.to/4dtOSYi [https://amzn.to/4dtOSYi] Whitney’s Amazon storefront for reference books: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thrifty_whitney/list/3EAR1PJXHDIPI?ref_=aipsflist [https://www.amazon.com/shop/thrifty_whitney/list/3EAR1PJXHDIPI?ref_=aipsflist] ☕️ To receive a shop shout out during the next episode and to support the podcast, head over to Buy Me a Coffee [https://buymeacoffee.com/vintageshoptalk] to sign up - we appreciate your help in bringing this podcast to your earbuds every month! Follow our accounts for more vintage news, tips, and sales: -Whitney on IG at @conard.and.co [http://conard.and.co] and her website: http://www.conardandco.com [http://www.conardandco.com]  -Nicole on IG at @vintagehavenshoppe and her Etsy shop: https://vintagehavenshoppe.etsy.com [https://vintagehavenshoppe.etsy.com]  Get your FREE Starter Kit for Online Vintage Sellers here, with the tips, supplies, and apps you need to jumpstart your shop - http://conardandco.myflodesk.com/starterkit [http://thriftywhitney.myflodesk.com/starterkit]

Ep. 32: Selling Vintage on Her Own Terms with Krista

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 Antiques [https://www.dollyarcher.com/] - Imported antique English furniture & decorative goods online and in Ft. Myers, Florida shop (featured in Shop Talk episode 27) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5NcHo-S50k] Above & Beyond Shop [https://aboveandbeyondshop.com/]- Small batch elderberry syrup, using organic, well-sourced ingredients and raw seasonal honey. Use special promo code code “VINTAGE” at checkout to save 10% on your first order: https://aboveandbeyondshop.com/ ☕️ To receive a shop shout out during the next episode and to support the podcast, head over to Buy Me a Coffee [https://buymeacoffee.com/vintageshoptalk] to sign up - we appreciate your help in bringing this podcast to your earbuds every month! Krista’s reel on disability access in antique malls - https://www.instagram.com/p/DRuR7_MjkT9/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Follow our accounts for more vintage news, tips, and sales: -Whitney on IG at @conard.and.co [http://conard.and.co] and her website: http://www.conardandco.com [http://www.conardandco.com]  -Nicole on IG at @vintagehavenshoppe and her Etsy shop: https://vintagehavenshoppe.etsy.com [https://vintagehavenshoppe.etsy.com]  -Krista on IG at @kporterhome  [https://www.instagram.com/kporterhome/] Get your FREE Starter Kit for Online Vintage Sellers here, with the tips, supplies, and apps you need to jumpstart your shop - http://conardandco.myflodesk.com/starterkit [http://thriftywhitney.myflodesk.com/starterkit] Get 1:1 vintage business strategy session with Whitney - https://conardandco.com/products/vintage-business-consulting-call-with-whitney

Ep. 31: Ask Us Anything

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 over to Buy Me a Coffee [https://buymeacoffee.com/vintageshoptalk] to sign up - we appreciate your help in bringing this podcast to your earbuds every month! Follow our accounts for more vintage news, tips, and sales: -Whitney on IG at @conard.and.co [http://conard.and.co] and her website: http://www.conardandco.com [http://www.conardandco.com]  -Nicole on IG at @vintagehavenshoppe and her Etsy shop: https://vintagehavenshoppe.etsy.com [https://vintagehavenshoppe.etsy.com]  Get your FREE Starter Kit for Online Vintage Sellers here, with the tips, supplies, and apps you need to jumpstart your shop - http://conardandco.myflodesk.com/starterkit [http://thriftywhitney.myflodesk.com/starterkit] keywords: antique sourcing, importing, selling online, inventory management, business tips, England antiques, shipping crates, Etsy vs Instagram, pricing apps, business mindset

Ep. 30: From Vintage Side Hustle to CEO with Wendy Batten

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 significance of branding, pricing strategies, and creating systems that work for individual business owners. Wendy encourages listeners to design a business that serves their life and to embrace their ambition without fear. Wendy Batten is a retail coach and business strategist for independent small business owners and the host of the Creative Shop Talk podcast. With nearly 30 years of hands-on experience, she helps retailers grow profitably while designing a life they actually want. Known for grounded strategy, honest leadership, and a belief that success doesn’t have to come at the cost of joy, Wendy coaches clients around the world from her tiny crooked cottage by the sea in Nova Scotia. You can find her programs and services and connect with her at wendybatten.com [http://wendybatten.com/] Get your free business planning guide from Wendy here - https://wendybatten.com/planning-guide/ [https://wendybatten.com/planning-guide/] Special thank you to our sponsors for this episode - -Dianna from The Lovie Shop - IG @thelovieshop and thelovieco.com -Brie from Olive & Thyme Vintage - IG @olive.and.thyme.vintage and oliveandthymevintage.com -Maggie from Collector & Curator - IG @collectorandcurator and collectorandcurator.com Follow our accounts for more vintage news, tips, and sales: -Whitney on IG at @conard.and.co [http://conard.and.co] and her website: http://www.conardandco.com [http://www.conardandco.com]  -Nicole on IG at @vintagehavenshoppe and her Etsy shop: https://vintagehavenshoppe.etsy.com [https://vintagehavenshoppe.etsy.com]  -Wendy Batten on IG @wendybatten.biz [http://wendybatten.biz] and her website: https://wendybatten.com/ Get your FREE Starter Kit for Online Vintage Sellers here, with the tips, supplies, and apps you need to jumpstart your shop - http://conardandco.myflodesk.com/starterkit [http://thriftywhitney.myflodesk.com/starterkit]