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- First Edition Books. If you have a stack of old books at home, it may be worth taking a look at the copyright pages (opposite the title pages) to see if any of them are first editions.
- Christmas Ornaments. A box of vintage Christmas ornaments in good condition could be worth hundreds of dollars. Those most valued by collectors are German “kugeln” or hand blown glass balls.
- Ceramic Christmas Trees. Ceramic Christmas trees, big in the 1960s and 70s, were considered “kitsch” for many decades, but are now making a comeback as trendy holiday decor.
- Vintage Packaging. Whether it’s an old jar of cold cream, a cigarette carton or a cereal box, there is a demand from some collectors for vintage packaging, especially for once-popular products that are still being purchased today, or for “old-timey” messaging that strikes a humorous chord for today’s consumer.
- Funko Pop Figures
- McDonald's Items
- Recent First Edition Books
- Cereal Boxes
- First-Gen Amazon Echo
- 2016 Election Newspapers
- Instant Photos
- Designer Goods from Mass Retailers
- Dyson Supersonic Hairdryer
- Nintendo DS
If you've never heard of Funko Pops, just dive into the nearest group of kids or collectors and ask for an explainer. What you'll hear is that Pops are cool vinyl toys that depict celebrities, or characters from movies and TV. While many Funko Pops are mass-produced, others are made in very small quantities and are usually available only at toy fai...
McDonald's Happy Meal toys have been known to set off collector frenzies, but more mundane items from Mickey D's can be worth putting aside, too, especially if they're scarce or are likely to disappear. The fast-food giant has begun shifting from plastic straws to paper ones, because of environmental concerns. In the U.K., where paper straws are al...
Having the ability to spot a future best-seller right out the gate can be a talent worth a great deal of cash. When a new book's first edition is printed, publishers tend to release just a relatively small number of copies in order to gauge public demand. Consequently, first editions of popular books such as the Harry Potterseries are relatively ra...
Are you sure you want to toss that empty cereal box in your recycling bin? You might want to put it in the back of the closet instead, to sell it later on. The history of pop culture can be told through cereal boxes, and collectors pay big money for vintage specimens featuring celebrities, popular cartoon characters, or unusual mail-away or in-the-...
Anyone who still has a first-generation Amazon Echo speaker with Alexa and is thinking of upgrading should not toss out the old one or drop it off at the nearest thrift store. In fact, you might want to go buy an older model, if you can find one — and stash it away. At the rate the technology is growing, it's likely that a first-gen Echo may quickl...
About the only thing that people across political lines agree on about the 2016 presidential election is that the outcome was stunning. It was one of those turning-point moments that have made its mark in U.S. history. Americans wanting to own a piece of that history are already buying up newspapers from Nov. 9, 2016, the morning after Election Day...
Though practically every phone now gives you the ability to take pictures, people are still buying cameras, including Polaroid-style instant cameras that will print you a photo on the spot. Those instant pics are worth saving, judging from the current interest in old Polaroids and old 35 mm photo slides. It's true: In the future, someone may want t...
Every now and then, a mass-market retailer such as Target, H&M and Uniqlo will partner with a celebrity or a design house — and shelves and racks are quickly emptied. In 2015, Target stores offered special items from the resortwear company Lilly Pulitzer, and the merch sold out almost instantly. It was a similar story in 2007, when H&M rolled out a...
Rest assured that you're not alone if you're thinking, Seriously? A hairdryer?Though it may seem odd, the recently released Dyson Supersonic hairdryer may be worth keeping for the long haul, because it might one day be considered iconic. The hairdryer currently retails for $429 at the Dyson website. The sleek, revolutionary design of the Dyson Supe...
You can still score a brand-new Nintendo DS for well under $100 online. And if there's anything we've learned from video gaming technology, it's that what's cheap today may be worth a nice chunk of change down the line. As gaming systems are trashed in favor of newer models, the old ones become far rarer as the decades roll on. And there will alway...
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- Classic Books. A timeless classic novel can transport you to an unfamiliar setting or even a time period different from the one you live in. The thing about books is that they enable you to travel without even moving your foot.
- Fireplaces. Nostalgia is unquestionably a big reason why fireplaces are still installed in homes today. With improved insulation and heating systems in modern homes, homeowners can easily maintain a comfortable indoor climate throughout the year.
- Record Players And Vinyls. Without question, digital streaming services have greatly simplified our lives. However, vinyl record players still reign supreme when it comes to music quality.
- Non-Digital Photographs. Your memories become much more valuable when you have a physical representation of them in your hand. Physical prints are a meaningful way to treasure, reflect back on, and remember.
- The Burberry trench. The trench coat serves as the foundation of the Burberry brand and is as relevant now as it was when the label launched in 1856.
- A Chanel 2.55 bag. Instantly recognisable, Chanel's most iconic bag is yet to lose its allure, thanks to its elegant timelessness and versatility.
- Calvin Klein slip dress. Kate Moss was the first to wear Calvin Klein's minimalist slip dress back in the 1990s. It became a sartorial symbol for laidback, grunge-chic and has been revived many times since.
- Fendi baguette. The Fendi baguette bag first found fame in Sex and the City, after Carrie Bradshaw gave it her patronage. It fast become the It-bag of the Noughties, and has recently been updated to appeal to an entirely new generation of shopper.
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Are home decor trends worth the investment?
Can you really make money selling stuff online?
Are designer pieces worth investing in?
How do you make stone timeless?
- Childhood toys. Your inability to let go of your old favourites could finally pay off. It's worth raiding your childhood toy collection and having a quick look on eBay to see what they're selling for.
- Your old clothes. If you've got a wardrobe full of clothes you never wear, dig them out and try using some sites and apps for selling clothes online. Branded or vintage clothes are often easiest to sell, but other items could still bag you some decent money.
- Gift cards. Gift cards are everyone's favourite 'didn't know what to buy you' gift. But what if it involves credit from a shop you never buy from? As long as it's before the expiration date, you can try selling it on eBay.
- Coat hangers. Got a wardrobe filled with more hangers than clothes? Why not sell them? They won't go for much, but it's better than nothing! If you have a matching set of hangers, you can probably get around 20p online.
Feb 8, 2023 · Thanks to social media, home decor trends seem to come and go faster than ever. Here are the trends experts say are timeless, and worth the investment—plus how to make your design look timeless.
Aug 22, 2022 · We have compiled a list of 35 most iconic designer handbags worth the investment now, from the Hermès Kelly to the Bottega Veneta's Pouch.
