Retro Chalet : Living A Vintage Life

Jan 16 2023 30 ep. 28 mins 1
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Vintage, Antiques, Collecting, Hobbies. Etsy, Decorating, Decor. Home, Living, Design, Recycling, and Education on vintage collectibles! Day to day conversations, sometimes with guests about what's hot and trendy to collect in the vintage antiques world. Living a Vintage Life gives ideas on what to collect, where to find it, and how to live a greener life by recycling antiques.   Please also check out my WITCH CHAT PODCAST!

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Collecting Silver Coins Housewares and Jewelry

Jan 16 2023 33 mins  
Today I have my great friend Ed and he's here to tell us all about collecting silver! Whether you collect coins or rings, this episode is for you!Connect with me RetroChalet.etsy.comFind me on TikTokSponsored by: VikingsinMaine

Vintage Trailer Boutique for Antiques and Collectibles

Oct 04 2022 18 mins  
Look what I found, Corn Crib Clothing Boutique, in form of a vintage trailer. What a great side hustle idea. Listen to this great idea to take your antiques or collectibles to the next level. Special Guest: Alicia Marie See my video of the trailer here: https://www.tiktok.com/@retrochalet/video/7125495830961835306Save 10% on any purchase from RetroChalet or RetroChalet Studio with

Steri-Lite Sterilite Plastic Picnic Sets Collecting

Aug 23 2022 18 mins  
A quick podcast about my love for Sterilite, and a rare plastic picnic set. I have written a huge article with collecting tips and have pictures of this set here on my Melmac Central blog: Melmac Central Vintage Melmac Dinnerware and Plastics Fantastic Collecting Site : Steri-Lite Plastic STERILITE COMPANY Connections to Tupperware (retrochalet.blogspot.com)Pictures of this set can

Dungeons and Dragons with DM Blair of Relief Buddies

Jun 19 2022 28 mins  
I had such a great time visiting DM Blair (Dungeon Master Blair) who taught me a little bit about the very collectible and vintage world of Dungeons and Dragons. Blair not only has been gaming in D&D since it's inception, but makes his own cast houses and characters. See Blair making his work on my tik tok links below. Find all the links to the show below. BLAIR making his stuf

Apothecary Medical Collectibles , Dandelion Face Oil Recipe

Jun 12 2022 34 mins  
Episode 25 is here! I love collecting old medical and apothecary collectibles, so find out my top five picks that maintain their value that you should nab up on when you find them! Also, as part of this episode, you can get my top secret recipe to make your own Dandelion Face Oil. This is a great inexpensive way to treat your skin to something natural and good for you. See it in ac

Matchbox Cars Moko Lesney Vintage Collecting Mashup

May 15 2022 25 mins  
Today we have a mashup edition on collecting Moko Lesney and Lesney Products famous Matchbox Cars! Listen to the podcast to find out more about this great collectible we know and love Special guest Ed shares his stories!More reading: About Moko Toy Company: Moko Lesney Toys History (mokolesneymatchbox.com)More reading : About Lesney Products History and great old pics: Lesney facto

Why Are My Etsy Shop Sales Down (The Answers)

May 10 2022 10 mins  
I have been getting a lot of messages about Etsy sales being low, and in response to my previous podcasts I'm explaining the factors as to why. In the meantime, stay vintage and stay wonderful. For great vintage, Visit my Friend: MettlesomeMeans | EtsyConnect with me: TikTokTwitterEtsyI also have a Paranormal Podcast! Check it out. and these I don't use that much: FacebookInstagram

European and Cottage Collectibles Mettlesome Means on Etsy

May 10 2022 26 mins  
Inspired by podcast sponsor Mettlesome Means Etsy Shop, I talk clean lines and functional European Collectibles - what to collect and what's hot. What can be used in a cottage as well as a mansion, how to find the look!Visit my friend at MettlesomeMeans on Etsy! For great art and home decor!Connect with me on TikTok, Twitter or My Etsy shop!I rarely use my Instagram or FacebookI ha

Gettysburg Pennsylvania Antiques Collectibles Civil War History

Mar 26 2022 26 mins  
I took a tour of Gettysburg and share a little history with you; explaining why Gettysburg collectibles are sought after. Anyone who has not visited there, should in my opinion, to get a better understanding of this amazing yet truly shocking part of our country's history (when you think from the point of how many casualties in such a small town) which is quite overwhelming to see.

Etsy Fee Increase Survival Ideas for Etsy Sellers PART TWO Lightbringer Designs

Mar 18 2022 24 mins  
As promised, I am giving you new direction to succeed in your Etsy shop in regards to the most recent hike in Etsy seller fees which takes place April 11, 2022. In my opinion Etsy is still the best place to sell, unless you have an already established shop with lots of supportive niche customers and decide to take your store elsewhere : Example Three Bird Nest Exclusive: ‘Etsy’