Sourcing new merchandise to sell can be pretty tricky, especially if you’re looking at new suppliers. Even though product price and quality are the top priorities to look for before you make a purchase, there are plenty of other factors that come into play. Whether you’re just starting your own business or you’ve been doing […]
May 2019 Issue
Upselling Father’s Day Products
Holidays such as Father’s Day make for some great ways to upsell your products and increase sales, encouraging customers to get something for their loved ones. Now is the time to rearrange your booth and put all of your men’s products up front. The Merchandiser Group has some ideas for you on how to upsell […]
Used Clothing Market on the Rise
Resale merchandise is on the rise. Thrift clothing has been replacing regular apparel in consumers’ closets, and the trend is set to continue and even double the market value in only five years. According to an Annual Resale Report from thredUP, the secondhand market is expected to reach $51 billion in five years. The report […]
The Historic National Road Yard Sale
Calling all yard sale enthusiasts! This is definitely an event you’re not going to want to miss. The Historic National Road Yard Sale is an 824-mile yard sale along America’s oldest highway, US Route 40. Held the Wednesday after Memorial Day weekend every year, May 29th to June 2nd, it’s the time for small businesses […]
Big Buying Opportunities at Midwest Market Days
The spring and summer months bring warmer weather, sunshine, smiles, and lots of trade shows. Midwest Market Days should be high up on the list of shows to visit with the vast majority of exhibitors and merchandise that will be available. Their next show is June 18th and 19th, so mark your calendars! At Midwest […]
2019 Flea Market Industry Report
Each year, the Merchandiser Group polls our nationwide network of flea market vendors and owners to monitor market trends and the state of our industry. The results are in, and this year’s poll continues to show a healthy and growing industry. Shoppers, especially Millennials and Gen Z, are showing their love and support for smaller […]
Best Quality, Service, & Prices at Himalayan Creation
Himalayan Creation has beautifully handcrafted smoking glass products such as bubblers, hand pipes, water pipes, and more, at unbelievably low prices you won’t find anywhere else. Each product is unique, featuring different designs such as animals, bright patterns, glow in the dark, fruit, and other random objects such as shoes and mushrooms. Since 2011, Himalayan […]