Making Cash in Seattle’s “Junk” Trade, Pt. 2: Art and Books

Making Cash in Seattle’s “Junk” Trade, Pt. 2: Art and Books

In the first part of this four-part series on adventures and profit in Seattle’s junk trade, we prepared readers on how to approach estate, yard and garage sales. Now, we are going to give you some prime tips on what to buy, and how much to pay for it. First off, clues on what kind of art and books you can find and later resell for big gains. Continue reading Making Cash in Seattle’s “Junk” Trade, Pt. 2: Art and Books

What’s-That-Thingamajig? Comes to MOHAI this Saturday

What’s-That-Thingamajig? Comes to MOHAI this Saturday

All categories of collecting, from toys to vintage clothes, antiques to art, and ephemera to books are inundated with fakes and reproductions. At the same time, many truly valuable items are simply hiding in plain site. If you intend to sell some of your valuable items to raise some cash, or are curious about the history behind a cherished item, Seattle’s Museum of History and Industry can help. Continue reading What’s-That-Thingamajig? Comes to MOHAI this Saturday