Flea markets have been open for just over a month now and things are looking up. Nobody knew what to expect opening weekend, and some consumers are still a little weary about going out in public, but many markets have reported better-than-expected traffic since reopening. It’s the middle of the summer and shoppers are tired […]
Editors Picks
Ready-to-Ship Face Masks from Lee’s Trade Inc.
COVID-19 has completely changed the way consumers think and what their needs are. Before, necessities may have included certain types of clothing, food, shoes, and the like. Now, resellers everywhere are trying to stay in stock on face masks, cleaning supplies, and hand sanitizer. Lee’s Trade Inc. can ease those restocking woes with plenty of […]
The Antique Shop with Lots of Love and Character
A recently-opened antique shop is ready to spice up the summer season with all new merchandise and a little bit of fun. Sumpthin Diffrent Antiques & More is Forsyth, Georgia’s newest antique mall, offering unique treasures such as antiques, arts and crafts, handmade, jewelry, and more. Taking a Hobby to a Whole New Level This […]
“Howdy” From Our Editor
Notice anything different? The Merchandiser Magazine has transitioned to American Merchandiser! Complete with a sleek new look and even more products and market news than ever before, American Merchandiser has a goal of putting an emphasis on American-made suppliers to keep the economy going strong. We hope you like our new look! Flea markets are […]
Utilizing Different Payment Technologies for Your Business
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought along many challenges for resale businesses, one of them being transitioning to online. With the store closures and stay-at-home orders nationwide, many non-essential businesses were forced to close their doors to the public and get used to the new normal, which is ecommerce. As retail outlets start to reopen to […]
Markets Are Reopening!
Summer is finally here, school is out, and markets are reopening! Most brick-and-mortar businesses opened their doors to the public in early June, and flea markets have been rapidly following suit based on consumer demand and government regulations. Consumers Are Ready to Look for Bargains Lee Ann Murray, Marketing Director for Traders Village, said the […]
“Howdy” From Our Editor
Summer is almost here, flea markets and festivals are opening once again, and consumers are ready to get out there and shop (while keeping six feet apart, of course). The past few months have been crazy for everyone, and we still don’t know for sure when this pandemic will end, but with the country opening […]
Ready-to-Ship Made in USA Products
Buying local can do wonders for the economy, especially during tough times like the one the entire world is facing right now. The unemployment rate in the U.S. spiked to 14.7 percent in April, and is expected to peak at 25 percent, rivaling the worst period of the Great Depression. It’s so important now more […]
Spring Into Action with This 2020 Antique Market Guide
We can’t predict when the covid-19 outbreak will subside and people can get back to their regular routines again, but once it does, everyone and their mother is going to want to spend as much time outside soaking up the sun, shopping, and best of all, antiquing. There’s not much left to do in the […]
How to Keep Business Thriving During COVID-19
The impact of COVID-19 has undoubtedly changed the way resellers do business. To contain the virus, governments of several countries have taken unprecedented measures such as limiting travels and in severe cases, implementing strict lockdowns, causing many businesses to close their doors to the public. Flea markets and swap meets all over the country have […]