need info on good websites to sell on

[Dawn/Chicago Attic]

I need info on any good websites to set up my online store to sell vintage and antique items on. I'm looking for one that isn't expensive. I'm using ecrater.com as it's free but I haven't sold a thing on there since i've been using that site which has been a few months. And of course i've used Ebay also.

I would appreciate any ideas. Thankyou!

[sue norris]

Hello Dawn, A friend here recommended bonanzle to me and of course, there is also etsy. Since I have only been a member for a short time, I haven't sold anything - yet! Both these sites are free. Depending on what you are selling, in the current marketplace I have found business to be quite slow online. I have had much better luck at shows etc. Hang in there, it is only a matter of time before someone buys something!! Hope this helps a little, Sue

[Country Joe]

Hi, I would give Bonanzle a shot, listing is free, fee for selling is reasonable. A lot depends on what you have and how deeply involved you want to get.

But in the long run your best bet is your own website.

See ya, Country Joe
Country Joe's Vintage Collectibles
Eclectic Collectibles Booth / Bonanzle
Vintage Postcards
Country Joe's Blog

[LuAnn Smith]

I've been selling handmade and vintage collectibles on etsy for a couple of years now and am happy there. They are inexpensive and I really enjoy the vintage etsy community. Very supportive and a lot of fun. Good luck with your search. I love your avatar.

LuAnn
http://backhomeagain.typepad.com
http://backhomeagain.etsy.com

[AntiqueLittleGirls]

Come on over to Bonanzle!

We're a great group, growing fast, and we have a lot of fun.
Not a huge learning curve, free to list, way cheap FVF, the Boyz are great,
AND,
it's THE place for everthing BUT the ordinary!

ok, so we have some "ordinary" stuff too...but what the hey?...come join us..you'll have fun, FOR FREE...well, actually, I hope it DOES cost ya, on accounta that means you've had sales LOL


http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/antiquelittlegirls

[Vintage Patina]

Making sales & keeping profits in the coffers can be a challenge....for my business I am fazing out ebay and using bonanzle and soon etsy. Bonanzle is down right cheap, they've done a good job attracting sellers. I am looking for the buyers. My products are vintage and not handmade, so I am hoping the etsy can also be a great fit. One thing I have noticed both etsy & bonanzle are fun, dynamic marketplaces. They shine in the overcrowed online world. I think this is a plus. Also this site is a great place.

Hope my 2 cents worth helps,

Laura

[LuAnn Smith]

Laura I have found and heard from other that vintage sells really well on etsy. Especially retro or industrial style vintage. Good luck to everyone!

[Vintage Patina]

Thank you for the heads up, I have been a little reluctant because Etsy seems to be known for the handcrafted, they do such a great job with that.

Laura

[UknowUneed Another]

Hi,

I'm just a repeat of what's already here. I'm on etsy and began with Bonanzle about a month ago. Both ar every economical. I'm doing better on Etsy but have had 5 sales with Bonanzle since I began. I think in time these 2 will be a very nice blend for me. Etsy costs 20 cents per listing, you get 5 pics, there are no shop fees and the 20 cents gets you 4 month's time. The site also offers google base and analytics to all users.

Bonanzle is free to list with a very reasonable FVF. They do have 2 optional monthly plans that come with some additional perks.

http://www.UknowUneedAnother.etsy.com
http://www.UknowUneedAnother.com

[Calico Kym]

I had an Etsy booth, matter of fact I need to pay my 80 cents in fees I owe,,,,,,,,,,,,what a huge fee to pay..LOL
I need to get back into the Etsy thing, but wasnt sure if that was the venue to sell my vintage stuff.

I like the ease and low cost of bonanzle but I tend to do better with non-vintage things there like books and magazines so far.

i just need to sell getting panicky after being laid off for so long

[TheEclecticDiva (Lynn)]

I am on Etsy...and I love it. I find the fee's reasonable and the Vintage Community supportive. The one thing anyone taking on Etsy Vintage needs to know is to learn how to promote yourself off of Etsy. I spend time doing that and it has paid off for me.

TheEclecticDiva

TheDivasLinenCloset

[debra saenz]

Hi,
I was just wondering, has anyone tried ebay and can you make more....sell faster on these other two sites?
Ebay cost a fortune.
Thanks,
Deb

[Dawn/Chicago Attic]

Thanks for the info everyone! Sounds like Bonanzle and Etsy are the way to go.