The ultimate community for professional vintage sellers and ambitious side hustlers

Expert-led workshops

Supportive community

Biz tools and resources

The thrift gods have answered your prayers

Being a vintage seller is not for the faint of heart. You have to have a real passion to walk this path.

From sourcing pre-loved treasures to researching maker marks to dealing with the death pile that's clogging up your living room...

We see you!
(and we have good news)

You don't have to struggle to figure everything out on your own. You can tap into our collective knowledge and reach your goals faster.

Sneak a peek inside our closet

The holy grail for your vintage business

We are on a mission to help vintage sellers live out their dream of turning their passion into profit, and we believe in the power of collective knowledge and peer support to get you there!

The community is here to provide you with the tools, expertise and support you need to not just survive, but THRIVE as a seller.

Whether you are dreaming BIG and on the cusp of turning your side-hustle into a full-time income...

Or

You are a seasoned pro who has been in the biz for decades (and has the patina to show for it) — we know you are serious about building a true biz around your love of all things vintage and secondhand.

If the idea of talking shop and learning from other vintage sellers in a non-competitive, collaborative environment gets you excited (us too)......

keep reading!

Expert-led workshops

We bring in subject-matter experts and people in the vintage industry to help you tackle everything from taxes to social media marketing and beyond.

Say goodbye to endless googling!

Tailor-made resources

Need a social media calendar? Not sure how to promote your shop on Pinterest? Chances are we have the cure for what ails you inside...

Downloads, guides and more to help you grow!

Community hangs

The #vintagelife can be lonely. Our community hangs are the place to talk shop and meet other amazing sellers like you.

You don’t have to do this alone!

Included in your community membership

Taxes for sellers

On-page SEO for sellers

Pinterest for sellers

Product photography for sellers

Financial planning for sellers

Social media strategy for sellers

...and more!

“It was my first-ever investment”

The Vintage Sellers Community was the very first investment I made in my business. Paying for the membership unlocked a mindset shift and I started to think more like a business owner. It encouraged me to level up. I love the useful resources inside the community and appreciate that they are tailor-made specifically for the unique challenges that vintage sellers face.

Brigid Milway
What, These Old Things?

“I see being part of the Vintage Sellers Community as an investment in my shop. I find the info sessions and online chats incredibly informative, with lots of stuff I can plough directly back into my biz.”

Connie Jeske Crane
Mama Vintage Home

Folks who live and breathe vintage aren't exactly the mainstream (just yet!). But they also aren't alone. I've already made several new acquaintances which will no doubt lead to some friendships. Kristina has a knack for matching up interests and skills within the group to help the members level up, and ultimately grow the community even larger.

Josie W.
Tchotchkes Vintage & Thrift

The Vintage Sellers Community came along at just the right time for me and my small business...I felt ready to dive deeper into my brand, expand on a few big ideas, and start taking my shop more seriously. The community is the perfect place to meet like-minded people who could help.

Sarah Fraser
Sarah Renée

From member chats to workshops on VERY important topics and everything in between, I always gain so much from my participation big or small. I am grateful to be involved in this group and would highly recommend the VSC to sellers at any level in their career!

Brigid Milway
What, These Old Things?

Feel seen and heard

in a safe, competition-free space

“It’s my safe haven”

I’ve been in the industry for over 30 years, and the most difficult thing about it is not being able to talk to people who are going through the same thing as you, or who are maybe a little ahead of the game. The Vintage Sellers Community is a safe space, away from social media, where I know I can share my ideas. It’s my safe haven.

Carina Fato
UnVaulted Vintage

“Being a part of this community has taught me so much and provided me with a whole new sense of being a business owner! I didn’t realize how much I’d get from the group until I joined! I’ve taken away way more than I ever expected, so it’s a wonderful surprise.”

Courtney Schur
Carmine & Hayworth Vintage

“It’s so helpful to connect with other shop owners, and it’s 100% collaboration over competition! Each community member brings a unique skillset to the platform, allowing us to lean on each other for expertise and encouragement while we help grow the circular economy. I am so grateful for this community — it’s my new favourite find!”

Megan Harris
Wild Ways Vintage

Member spotlight

“I had an eye for it.

I was working as a product photographer at the time.

I was very good at sourcing cool props. When people started to ask to buy them, I knew I was onto something. Then COVID hit and my photography business suffered. I was half forced/half inspired to follow my passion and get serious about vintage as a business.

I’m so glad I did.

Today, I run Lemon’s Loot full time and am working hard on making this a sustainable and profitable business for me and my family.”

Ashlee Mueller
Lemon’s Loot
“Now, I’m able to put money back into our house. I’m able to pay my bills and able to still have fun so that’s all I could ask for.”

How does this work exactly?

Once you become a member you get instant access to The Vintage Seeker’s Champion-level dashboard, which will connect you with our private community space.

We will welcome you, show you around and introduce you to the rest of the crew.

From there the sky is the limit!

You can deep-dive into our resource library, meet other members, attend our community events and special workshops, join challenges and more...

When you join the community you unlock...

full community access
expert workshops and event replays
private discussion forums
exclusive guides and templates
community calls
official member badge
members-only newsletter
promotional opportunities
member spotlights
upgraded listing on the Shop Secondhand Directory
access The Vintage Seeker’s Champion membership with
exclusive content, 40-page e-book and more!

Join Us!

Joining the Vintage Sellers Community means you enjoy all the benefits of
The Vintage Seeker's Champion-level membership
$269 / year
Access to everything in the Vintage Sellers Community, including expert webinars, private discussions, exclusive resources and promotional opportunities
Instant access to The Vintage Seeker’s Champion-level membership and all exclusive content
Includes an upgraded Showcase listing (value: $159/year) on the Shop Secondhand Directory
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*Open internationally. $269 CAD billed once a year.
“I love the endless knowledge everyone shares and the genuine support. Kristina, you’ve made such a cool space for this vintage world to live. You’ve connected so many of us across the country. Vintage lovers unite!”

Holly Ostler
Elizabeth O. Vintage

“Everyone is super real about their successes and struggles with one another. It truly creates such a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.”

Lindsay Reynolds
Habit Vintage

“I've found a community with members that are supportive, knowledgeable, funny, and know exactly what I’m going through on my vintage-selling journey — it’s a place where I can ask any question and know I won’t be judged.”

Ryan Mapa
Var & Vitchen

FAQ

Do I have to be a seller to join the Vintage Sellers Community?

Joining the Vintage Sellers Community occurs via a Champion-level membership to The Vintage Seeker.

You must be a reseller/dealer to be a Champion member and get access to the community space.

This means you operate either an online shop, bricks-and-mortar store, booth location or market/event-based shop in the lifestyle resale space (e.g. fashion and accessories, jewellery, decor, housewares, furniture, antiques, streetwear, toys and games, collectibles, ephemera, or related subsets).

We welcome new sellers and established sellers.

You’ll need to fill out a short questionnaire when joining as so we can verify that you’ve been selling (even if you’re just getting started).

If you sign up for a Champion membership and you are not a reseller/dealer, your membership will automatically be transferred and refunded to an Insider membership, and you will be contacted about upgrading to a Patron membership if it's a better fit for you.

I sell thrifted, contemporary pre-loved, or antique items. Do I have to sell vintage to join as a Champion member?

No. As long as you are a reseller of secondhand goods in the categories mentioned in the prior question, you may join as a Champion member and take part in the Vintage Sellers Community space.

“Vintage” is the word that applies to the most people — antique is older than 100 years, and Etsy defines vintage as older than 20 years.

That puts the “vintage” range between the early 1920s and the early 2000s, so we expect most sellers likely have some vintage in their inventory.

If you are a service provider, organization or consumer, there are different membership levels for you, too. Check them all out here.

Can I join the Vintage Sellers Community at any time?

Yes. The Vintage Sellers Community is part of the Champion membership of The Vintage Seeker. You can sign up for a Champion membership any time, and follow the instructions in your Account Dashboard about how to get into the community space.

I'm thinking of joining as a Champion member but don’t have a lot of time to participate in the community. What do I need to do?

There are no participation requirements! Joining the Vintage Sellers Community space is optional, and you can still use your Champion membership without ever entering the community area, if that's what you choose.

If you do complete a community profile, we send a weekly email digest so you can stay on top of whatever is happening in the community, and we tag you in discussions if we feel you might have something to add.

You can attend live events or not — everything is recorded for you to go back to at a time that works for you, and you can browse through the resources at your own pace. We support you being busy selling! This is not like a social media group where you need to check in all the time.

If you want to make checking in part of your regular routine, that’s great. But you can also use the emails or customize your notifications to stay on top of what’s going on. When you can, keep us in the loop with your wins and let us share in your challenges.

That’s what makes this community special. The VSC is an ongoing resource and a network, not homework or an item on your never-ending to-do list!

I already have my own group of vintage-selling buddies. Why do I need the community space?

The Vintage Sellers Community is more than a community. It’s a networking, professional development and social group. The friendship and camaraderie is just but one part of the VSC — importantly, we organize speakers from all areas of business to help sellers with running or improving their shop operations, and create dedicated resources to complement.

It’s our firm belief that connecting sellers across cities and regions is important for the growth and health of the industry. Connecting with people outside of our day-to-day groups leads to collaborations, idea-sharing and new opportunities — all of which are important as we collectively navigate the post-pandemic resale landscape.

However, you can still be a Champion member and enjoy many of the benefits if the community space is not for you. Entering the community space is a separate step after you register, and you’re not obligated to use it if it's not something you’re interested in.

Is the community hosted on social media (i.e. Facebook)?

Nope! The Vintage Sellers Community uses a customized platform that allows us to host recorded events, provide searchable message boards and chat functions, and store content and videos, all in a private online space.

If you’re familiar with Facebook, you’ll find the interface to be similar. The platform can be accessed by desktop, mobile browser or app.

You’ll be able to connect with each other away from the algorithms — and keep track of all of your discussions! Once you’re inside the community, we have an onboarding process that will bring you on a full tour of the platform and walk you through how to participate.

How much does joining the Vintage Sellers Community cost?

The Vintage Sellers Community is part of our Champion-level membership, where you receive a multitude of other benefits in addition to the community itself. Membership is $269/year, billed once annually. It works out to about $23/month.

All our memberships are open internationally. Memberships are billed in Canadian dollars — if you are located outside of Canada, your credit card will automatically exchange for you and you don't have to do anything. If you live in the United States, you will pay less in your local currency!

Members can cancel at any time (please see the refund policy below).

Can I cancel my community membership?

Your Vintage Sellers Community membership is tied your Champion membership at The Vintage Seeker. If you cancel one, you cancel both access to the community and the exclusive content available to you in your Account Dashboard.

You may cancel your subscription at any time. You will receive access to the Vintage Sellers Community and The Vintage Seeker until the end of your billing period. It’s an annual subscription, so you may have access for a while after you cancel. To cancel, go to your Account Dashboard > Billing.

You can remain a Champion member of The Vintage Seeker without using the community space, as it's optional. But your subscription needs to be active in order to do so.

Can I get refund after I join the community?

We are confident that you will find great value in our membership. Because digital products and memberships grant immediate access upon purchase, we cannot offer refunds.

However, you may cancel your subscription at any time through your Account Dashboard and you will not be charged for the next billing period.

The Vintage Seeker reserves the right to remove any bad actors and refund their payment.

The Vintage Seeker also reserves the right to deny a Champion member continued access to the private Vintage Sellers Community space if they do not adhere to the community code of conduct. They will retain the other benefits of their Champion membership.

Is the Vintage Sellers Community managed by a seller?

No. Kristina Urquhart is an editor and B2B publishing professional who programs member-to-member content, and who brings in external experts (i.e. social media strategists and web designers) to talk to the community.

She creates original resources for the community, helps to facilitate their conversations through member matching, moderates group discussions and develops workshops to highlight our member shops and pursues industry partnerships on the members’ behalf.

Do I need to be located in Canada to join the Vintage Sellers Community?

No! We welcome Champion members from Canada, the United States and beyond. The common experience of selling brings the group together, and trading information across borders is extremely valuable.

Note that at this time, occasional sessions may contain information applicable to Canadian residents only (e.g. certain elements of a tax presentation), but in those cases we will do our best to offer alternate content for our international membership.

I have questions about the community not answered on this page. Who should I contact?

We’re here for you! Email us or, if you aren't sure about joining yet and want to chat, book an intro call to learn more about The Vintage Seeker.

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