I am so grateful for my handful of favorite little shops that come find me in the store and bring me the "put out" carts to pick from first. I am always donating the larger items that I can't haul, which makes them money and they help me out too. It's awesome!
Vintage clothing does have to be washed carefully. I have washed clothing from the 1940s and I use a mix of Woolite and Oxyclean. I spot treat with a bar of Naptha and a toothbrush in warm water. I would try spot treating the water stain first to see if it will come out of the bride dress. I would not soak the entire dress because that netting can be delicate and might tear if placed in a sink wash.
I would sell as is and be sure to take good pics of the stain. I'd be completely honest and say that I don't want to be resposible for attempting to remove the stain. I don't trust dry cleaners either.
Please do a follow-up video about the doll and what you decided to do about cleaning her dress. Personally, I would be very careful with the dress cleaning, if any. If the material is 60 or more years old, it might fall apart if washed or dry cleaned. Also, please let us know how much she sold for in the end. Thanks for educating us.
Someone that's willing to spend $600 on a doll is going to know how to restore it, or know someone who does. I would sell her as-is. Your comps were doll only, you have some nice accessories that should sell well on their own, especially the jewelry and did I see a tiara? . Maybe get a pic of each piece with the doll and a big "doll not included" in the listing. I sold an Effenbee doll for $422 about 10 yrs. ago, she was composition with cracking, but original clothes and shoes, the big selling point was she had on her original bracelet with her name (Ruthie if I remember right) on it. You know by now the small pieces can be worth as much as the doll/toy itself, like MOTU and GI Joe weapons! Great pick up, now to go check out your eBay listings! (btw, my doll only cost me $12!)
First find and talk to a "Doll doctor". They're literally called that. They will steer you right direction. Especially mention her head piece, it's important and too yellowed. They might advise a REALLY GOOD dry cleaner or not. No matter hat it will be a low investment for a high return.
Take the dress off the doll and take it to a local dry cleaners and ask their opinion about cleaning it. Obviously explain it's vintage. I think that would be your best bet. I've also seen other youtubers clean vintage wedding gowns by soaking it in a mixture of soaps. Maybe try a search on TH-cam for those videos. You make be able to just let it soak in the sink or bathtub and get the stain out. A good steaming when it's dry will perk it up. Love it.
I vote dry cleaning...too delicate to risk anything else if you're gonna do ANYTHING. I personally would not touch it...just put mild linear stain (that's what I saw anyway)
Great scores on this day! On those antique road shows they always say “don’t try to clean something yourself” Look into getting or at least contacting a professional who’s knows something about antiques and clothing. I would not just let a strip mall local cleaner try to take that stain out. You could go and get their opinion and knowledge but get more than one person’s idea on how to clean this. Just like anything else 2nd and 3rd opinions always help. Good luck checking around and doing the research, it will pay off for you in the end. 💕💕💕
I soaked my moms old wedding dress that had similar stain (made in the 40’s ) in wool light with just a little biz in tub for a day then rinsed and hung to dry. Dry cleaners would not touch it and wool light was their suggestion. Dress turned out great ,I made gifts for my daughters wedding using the dress.
Get yourself some Retro-Clean! When I ever come across good vintage worth picking up to resell, I ALWAYS use this product for a good soak! Shy away from Oxyclean, as it's not nearly as gentle as and often allows colors to run! Retroclean! It'll make 50-60-70-80-90-100+ Year old piece look BRAND NEW. May be worth your while to pick up if you don't mind a little labor of love to see more profits when it comes to stained vintage pieces. Give it the 4 step 48 hour soak that I've been doing for 14 years! 1st step... let it sit in one cold or lukewarm bath for 24 hours. RINSE. Repeat process. If it's white or ecru, or something in between and the Sun's out and weather permits, allow to sit in the Sun and take in the breeze! Natural chloroform and the like will make it bright! Anything else, just let stand in a nice dry place on a hanger or something. This is NOT a paid sponsorship for retroclean! Just believe in it mighty! Keep it up, sincerest regards!
In England we have end of year tax by the end of March as our new tax year starts 5th April, so they have sales on now as they will be taxed more if they have too much stock before they submitted the tax returns. Otherwise they will be donating to the 3rd world charity
I fixed a American girl doll arms and legs so I know those can be fixed too and I only spent about 15 minutes to fix it the stuffing was the hardest part
there is a lady on TH-cam that has a doll shop in Colorado,she just did a video on cissy dolls she shows how to clean them and how to clean the clothes shes very knowledgeable, her youtube is Rachel Hoffman
Great Score. There is a book called Madame Alexander's Ladies of Fashion by Marjorie Uhl. It contains images of nearly every doll made from the 1940 until the early 9Os. Education is valuable I have sold many single outfits for more than a hundred dollars. Good luck 🤞🤞
The doll case isn't from the 50's. But the bride doll is authentic! Madam Alexander dolls are becoming more collectable again. Like you said it just depends on if you find a buyer.
About that stain, I googled "doll restoration" in Cincinnati and three came up. A serious doll collector would probably know how to remove stains or maybe a collector is okay with stains.
I really liked that bedspread and I probably would have picked it up; however, the problem with Battenburg, Tambour and Cluny lace items anymore, a large portion of the population has no real feel for the value and that has driven down prices. If someone gets a box of old linens at an auction for $10, then finds a Cluny lace bedspread in the bottom in mint condition, they may put it on Ebay for $30 whilst it could sell for $500 to someone who knows what they are getting. All this being said, people that are looking specifically for a nice true antique bed coverlet, they will pay top dollar for the style they want. If they like your $395 design better than one that is $75, they are not going to settle for less than what they want. So IMO, paying up for something special like this piece (and it was special but probably wouldn't sell for more than $195 as there was no truly intricate cutwork and floral appliques) is worth it in most instances. When you come across a really special one in the future, you will know you should buy it - you'll have that quality feeling. The one from your video was nice but I'd give it a 7 out of 10 so either way, you made the right choice. The dolls were a wonderful find - amazing score. If you sell it with the trunk, I think you will get $600 even with the staining - there are listings for dress only for under $50 so they can get one in mint condition to go with it. The extra clothes and dolls may sell for close to that too - there are videos on how to put the doll arms back on - not that difficult - love to see you try :-)
Personally i would disclose the stain. Someone who is willing to pay a lot of money for it, is going to take care of it. They mostly have their own ways to clean it. I wouldn't want to ruin anything.
I think you will do just fine on the dolls. I would check with other antique doll collectors and see if you can ask them for advice on how to get the dress cleaned
I found some old German doll furniture at my goodwill one day. At first I thought it was hideous but upon further inspection I noticed how well made it was. The makers mark sealed the deal the asking price was $9 I’m thinking selling price will be $100-150. Sometimes the management will throw us pickers a bone.
How do you get nice stuff at all you thrift stores? I worked for the Salvation Army many moons ago. The stores out where your at are nice and cleaned and organized. And the Goodwill. Are starting to clean their stores up. But the stuff get you would never find in my city.
I make a ton of thrift store stops to make these videos. I have good thrifts and will not deny that. However, it's a ton of visits to keep a 4 video a week schedule during the winter without yard sales. 😅
You're my favorite reseller. Just made my first sale a llardo figurine made 45dollars pre tax as you say. Probably could have got more but I'm thrilled. Thanks for all the great videos.
I guarantee you'll get that stain out if you use some peroxide and Dawn dish liquid it spray bottle spray it lightly let it sit and then top it a little bit it will be fine you'll get that stain out
There are doll groups on Facebook with members who could tell you all about the dolls you just bought. The people who are serious collectors will know how to remove that stain on the bride's dress--if I were you I'd disclose the condition, take pictures of it and let the new owner handle it. I really don't think it will affect the price very much because I am sure it can be corrected.
Your videos are the best. Award worthy. Anyway, when you say you looked up something, what does that mean? Looked it up where and how? Is it on your phone? Also, what kind of work did you do before reselling and is reselling more profitable? You seem to enjoy what you're doing. Nice to set your own hours, be your own boss, etc. Was it a difficult decision going from working for someone else, getting a regular paycheck, etc., to having your own business? Would you be happy doing this for the long term? You're an interesting guy to watch. Sorry for all the questions.
Hey Mark, thanks for watching! I use the ebay app and filter by sold comps when I look something up. I was in legal tech sales prior to this. I enjoy this more but work significantly longer hours doing both reselling and TH-cam.
Try to find TH-cam channel called the laundry guy he teaches you how to clean all kinds of stuff. My husband and I watch you guys all the time. Our eBay store is Papa's mixed up corner all one word.
How do you know when 1/2 off day is? Before Covid they had paper calendars with that info. I asked a employee if they were going to start doing it again and she didn’t know or an app I could go to. Love your video’s! Thanks Susan
When I see something marked higher than I thought it should be, I look it up. A lot of times it’s marked high because the people in the back know their value. Thank you EBAY sold. It won’t take that long to go through the dresses because each one should have a tag. If it says Barbie just describe and search EBAY
Did the Ebay App do a upgrade? Because when I want to do a Picture search the Camera isn't there just a Barcode to scan the UPC... I went out thrifting my 50% off day at a few Thrift shops and I was freaking out because I couldn't find it anymore. Used to give you a option, Barcode or Picture?
That lace coverlet was beautiful! Should be in a museum.
I loved it. Maybe will still be there next time. Tag me on it
I like that you have a derversify interest. Not stuck on one type of selling product.
Thanks Mary! I like to mix up to keep it interesting.
Thanks for the humor with the toilet joke!
- Caleb (a.k.a The Bible Belt Picker)
I am so grateful for my handful of favorite little shops that come find me in the store and bring me the "put out" carts to pick from first. I am always donating the larger items that I can't haul, which makes them money and they help me out too. It's awesome!
Love the afghan
Vintage clothing does have to be washed carefully. I have washed clothing from the 1940s and I use a mix of Woolite and Oxyclean. I spot treat with a bar of Naptha and a toothbrush in warm water. I would try spot treating the water stain first to see if it will come out of the bride dress. I would not soak the entire dress because that netting can be delicate and might tear if placed in a sink wash.
I would sell as is and be sure to take good pics of the stain. I'd be completely honest and say that I don't want to be resposible for attempting to remove the stain. I don't trust dry cleaners either.
Dustin really happy to see your channel growing so quickly, already at 32k! Great work
Thanks Matt!
Cool dolls
Great video enjoy watching thank you hope you do well on the doll's
Please do a follow-up video about the doll and what you decided to do about cleaning her dress. Personally, I would be very careful with the dress cleaning, if any. If the material is 60 or more years old, it might fall apart if washed or dry cleaned. Also, please let us know how much she sold for in the end. Thanks for educating us.
I plan to follow up on the doll. Appreciate you watching!
@@propicker I am aways watching to see what you find. Enjoy your videos.
Keep us up to date on your cissy doll great videos Ty
You’re so right about dolls being tricky. So many have no value and others are money makers. Good luck!
What ever you decide do not use oxiclean. It can actually eat holes in old vintage fabrics. There are speciality heirloom fabric cleaners.
Thanks for the heads up!
Someone that's willing to spend $600 on a doll is going to know how to restore it, or know someone who does. I would sell her as-is. Your comps were doll only, you have some nice accessories that should sell well on their own, especially the jewelry and did I see a tiara? . Maybe get a pic of each piece with the doll and a big "doll not included" in the listing. I sold an Effenbee doll for $422 about 10 yrs. ago, she was composition with cracking, but original clothes and shoes, the big selling point was she had on her original bracelet with her name (Ruthie if I remember right) on it. You know by now the small pieces can be worth as much as the doll/toy itself, like MOTU and GI Joe weapons! Great pick up, now to go check out your eBay listings! (btw, my doll only cost me $12!)
First find and talk to a "Doll doctor". They're literally called that. They will steer you right direction. Especially mention her head piece, it's important and too yellowed. They might advise a REALLY GOOD dry cleaner or not. No matter hat it will be a low investment for a high return.
I think the lace is a canopy
Take the dress off the doll and take it to a local dry cleaners and ask their opinion about cleaning it. Obviously explain it's vintage. I think that would be your best bet. I've also seen other youtubers clean vintage wedding gowns by soaking it in a mixture of soaps. Maybe try a search on TH-cam for those videos. You make be able to just let it soak in the sink or bathtub and get the stain out. A good steaming when it's dry will perk it up. Love it.
The dry cleaner is a solid idea! We might go that route! Thanks!
I vote dry cleaning...too delicate to risk anything else if you're gonna do ANYTHING. I personally would not touch it...just put mild linear stain (that's what I saw anyway)
A repair doll makers dream.
Great pick up on the doll. For a few bucks you my want to take the dress to the cleaners. Can’t wait to see what you sell it for.
We might end up going the dry cleaner route! Thanks!
Great scores on this day! On those antique road shows they always say “don’t try to clean something yourself” Look into getting or at least contacting a professional who’s knows something about antiques and clothing. I would not just let a strip mall local cleaner try to take that stain out. You could go and get their opinion and knowledge but get more than one person’s idea on how to clean this. Just like anything else 2nd and 3rd opinions always help. Good luck checking around and doing the research, it will pay off for you in the end. 💕💕💕
Love your excitement about the doll. I wouldn't attempt cleaning that dress myself . That lace is beautiful. Good luck!
Thanks Liz!
I soaked my moms old wedding dress that had similar stain (made in the 40’s ) in wool light with just a little biz in tub for a day then rinsed and hung to dry. Dry cleaners would not touch it and wool light was their suggestion. Dress turned out great ,I made gifts for my daughters wedding using the dress.
Get yourself some Retro-Clean! When I ever come across good vintage worth picking up to resell, I ALWAYS use this product for a good soak! Shy away from Oxyclean, as it's not nearly as gentle as and often allows colors to run! Retroclean! It'll make 50-60-70-80-90-100+ Year old piece look BRAND NEW. May be worth your while to pick up if you don't mind a little labor of love to see more profits when it comes to stained vintage pieces. Give it the 4 step 48 hour soak that I've been doing for 14 years! 1st step... let it sit in one cold or lukewarm bath for 24 hours. RINSE. Repeat process. If it's white or ecru, or something in between and the Sun's out and weather permits, allow to sit in the Sun and take in the breeze! Natural chloroform and the like will make it bright! Anything else, just let stand in a nice dry place on a hanger or something. This is NOT a paid sponsorship for retroclean! Just believe in it mighty! Keep it up, sincerest regards!
I think you will do pretty good on those dolls. I have a few glass dolls. Also that lace covet is beautiful! ❤
Washing up liquid rub on the stains rub in on both sides then rinse off
In England we have end of year tax by the end of March as our new tax year starts 5th April, so they have sales on now as they will be taxed more if they have too much stock before they submitted the tax returns. Otherwise they will be donating to the 3rd world charity
I fixed a American girl doll arms and legs so I know those can be fixed too and I only spent about 15 minutes to fix it the stuffing was the hardest part
there is a lady on TH-cam that has a doll shop in Colorado,she just did a video on cissy dolls she shows how to clean them and how to clean the clothes shes very knowledgeable, her youtube is Rachel Hoffman
I might have to check that out, thanks!
Great Score. There is a book called Madame Alexander's Ladies of Fashion by Marjorie Uhl. It contains images of nearly every doll made from the 1940 until the early 9Os. Education is valuable I have sold many single outfits for more than a hundred dollars. Good luck 🤞🤞
Thanks for that information Tim!
The doll case isn't from the 50's. But the bride doll is authentic! Madam Alexander dolls are becoming more collectable again. Like you said it just depends on if you find a buyer.
About that stain, I googled "doll restoration" in Cincinnati and three came up. A serious doll collector would probably know how to remove stains or maybe a collector is okay with stains.
I had the Madam Alexander Little Women dolls from 1960s, never out of box. Sold them in 1990s for about $150/doll
I really liked that bedspread and I probably would have picked it up; however, the problem with Battenburg, Tambour and Cluny lace items anymore, a large portion of the population has no real feel for the value and that has driven down prices. If someone gets a box of old linens at an auction for $10, then finds a Cluny lace bedspread in the bottom in mint condition, they may put it on Ebay for $30 whilst it could sell for $500 to someone who knows what they are getting. All this being said, people that are looking specifically for a nice true antique bed coverlet, they will pay top dollar for the style they want. If they like your $395 design better than one that is $75, they are not going to settle for less than what they want. So IMO, paying up for something special like this piece (and it was special but probably wouldn't sell for more than $195 as there was no truly intricate cutwork and floral appliques) is worth it in most instances. When you come across a really special one in the future, you will know you should buy it - you'll have that quality feeling. The one from your video was nice but I'd give it a 7 out of 10 so either way, you made the right choice. The dolls were a wonderful find - amazing score. If you sell it with the trunk, I think you will get $600 even with the staining - there are listings for dress only for under $50 so they can get one in mint condition to go with it. The extra clothes and dolls may sell for close to that too - there are videos on how to put the doll arms back on - not that difficult - love to see you try :-)
Agree
Use mild baby shampoo something gentel use just a littie to clean rince out well
Thanks
Watch cleaning the doll dress.
Nice haul, I love the Salvation Army for good finds to keep or flip. Good vidi!
Personally i would disclose the stain. Someone who is willing to pay a lot of money for it, is going to take care of it. They mostly have their own ways to clean it. I wouldn't want to ruin anything.
You might be able to put that dress in the washer with on genetal cycle or hand wash them in your sink
I think you will do just fine on the dolls. I would check with other antique doll collectors and see if you can ask them for advice on how to get the dress cleaned
I would die to find that lace bed cover. It was beautiful!
Great video, loved the textiles, and vintage doll.
I found some old German doll furniture at my goodwill one day. At first I thought it was hideous but upon further inspection I noticed how well made it was. The makers mark sealed the deal the asking price was $9 I’m thinking selling price will be $100-150. Sometimes the management will throw us pickers a bone.
I been watching you for a bit. I chose to subscribe and hit the bell and liked.
Thanks Dawna!
Great video! I hope you have the doll dress dry cleaned, it would be so sad to destroy it with hand cleaning.
I would take the dress to a dry cleaner to see what they say about the stain.
How do you get nice stuff at all you thrift stores? I worked for the Salvation Army many moons ago. The stores out where your at are nice and cleaned and organized. And the Goodwill. Are starting to clean their stores up. But the stuff get you would never find in my city.
I make a ton of thrift store stops to make these videos. I have good thrifts and will not deny that. However, it's a ton of visits to keep a 4 video a week schedule during the winter without yard sales. 😅
Nice find that doll in the box
With one of the comments I would LOVE-LOVE that Lace Coverlet !! 💛💚💗💜💙 BEAUTIFUL 😍
MA Dolls are a hard sell. I have 75 dolls from the 70’s and there is no demand.
You're my favorite reseller. Just made my first sale a llardo figurine made 45dollars pre tax as you say. Probably could have got more but I'm thrilled. Thanks for all the great videos.
Congrats on your first sale!
I guarantee you'll get that stain out if you use some peroxide and Dawn dish liquid it spray bottle spray it lightly let it sit and then top it a little bit it will be fine you'll get that stain out
Have a lovely day bro from Morocco ❤ God bless America ^-^
There are doll groups on Facebook with members who could tell you all about the dolls you just bought. The people who are serious collectors will know how to remove that stain on the bride's dress--if I were you I'd disclose the condition, take pictures of it and let the new owner handle it. I really don't think it will affect the price very much because I am sure it can be corrected.
hi I love your channel and videos
Thank you!!
Even woolite somthing gentel mild cleaners
Thanks
Your videos are the best. Award worthy. Anyway, when you say you looked up something, what does that mean? Looked it up where and how? Is it on your phone? Also, what kind of work did you do before reselling and is reselling more profitable? You seem to enjoy what you're doing. Nice to set your own hours, be your own boss, etc. Was it a difficult decision going from working for someone else, getting a regular paycheck, etc., to having your own business? Would you be happy doing this for the long term? You're an interesting guy to watch. Sorry for all the questions.
Hey Mark, thanks for watching! I use the ebay app and filter by sold comps when I look something up. I was in legal tech sales prior to this. I enjoy this more but work significantly longer hours doing both reselling and TH-cam.
You look cold out side walking around it's hot hear 😭😭😆
I would go to a professional cleaners they should be able to help
Nicr score on the doll ima keep my eyes open
Can you buy your dolls dress on line …worth a try..
I started to put things I'm not sure about....since last week a guy reached from behind me and took all the games I was looking up.
Good, you do not need a wooden toilet
Hi I would be interested in purchasing your Sissy doll. Can you please let me know once the listing is posted? Thank you.
Hey Veronica, we'll be posting it over the weekend. I'll let you know. We have to do a bit more research first.
Take it to a cleaners for cleaning (case).
Try to find TH-cam channel called the laundry guy he teaches you how to clean all kinds of stuff. My husband and I watch you guys all the time. Our eBay store is Papa's mixed up corner all one word.
Thanks for watching Kathy! Good luck with your ebay sales!
How do you know when 1/2 off day is? Before Covid they had paper calendars with that info. I asked a employee if they were going to start doing it again and she didn’t know or an app I could go to. Love your video’s! Thanks
Susan
Our store does it on Wednesday and Saturday
Great video
The armless dolls look like Madame Alexander. Perhaps a few "Little women".
It's guaranteed it won't hurt it I'm pretty sure will not hurt it just go slow and peroxide and Dawn dish liquid only Dawn dish liquid
Why did you leave the moving sticker on the cissy case?
If you decide to use that you will have no problem believe me I use it on everything you will be surprised
And if you decide to use up
Do not clean doll
Great, Dustin, now your house is haunted. 👯♀️
Collectors of dolls and accessories would rather buy "as is". They are experienced in repairs, stains, etc and will know exactly how to clean stains.
Goat 🐐
Did ya sell the Afghan?
No, I think we still need to list it.
Did that old doll sell yet? How much did it go for?
It sold for $569.99 shipped.
You might be able to take that dress off of the doll and take it to a dry cleaner and see if they can get the stain out
Have you changed your mic? It seems to be different
The "vlog" style parts are a new mic. Sony zv 1
did the doll sell?
Oops if you decide to use the advice that I just gave you and it works like I say will I know it will please let me know I'd love to hear about it
She loves you bro! Lol
When I see something marked higher than I thought it should be, I look it up. A lot of times it’s marked high because the people in the back know their value. Thank you EBAY sold. It won’t take that long to go through the dresses because each one should have a tag. If it says Barbie just describe and search EBAY
Hey I was wondering why no one I watch pick up Rare Beanie Babies
Minimal value. The crazy high sold comps on Ebay are fake.
@@propicker I didn’t know that how can they be fake
I wouldn't clean that doll stain myself.
Is a good find tho
Was it a bed cover or bed canopy?
Pretty sure it was a cover
Be sure to sleep with one eye open with those vintage spooky dolls.
Better give that girl a tip next time you see her!
Did the Ebay App do a upgrade? Because when I want to do a Picture search the Camera isn't there just a Barcode to scan the UPC... I went out thrifting my 50% off day at a few Thrift shops and I was freaking out because I couldn't find it anymore. Used to give you a option, Barcode or Picture?
They recently did away with that function.
Yeah, I would suggest going with Google Lens now.
@@KristiWilson OMG:) Yeah that's what I did, just one more step.. I hope they bring it back.
@@propicker OMG:) Yeah Kinda like switching your coffee to decaf when your not looking lol. Have a great weekend.
I'm a barber also looks like you need a haircut lol
I'd take the doll dress to a dry cleaner to see if they can treat the stain.
Who in the heck is shelling out $600 on dolls? Rich old ladies???
63 is not old
It's pretty crappy 🤣
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