2019 resolution - shopping my own bag and wallet collection. Any one else?

[whateve]

Congrats on all the sales. Anything out is a good thing.

For those of you that sell your old / unwanted items, what do you use the funds for? I used to use the proceeds of handbag sales to fund new bags but, I don’t sell enough handbags to fund new bags anymore.

But, when I sell things it still feels like fun found money.

Technically my funds from selling covers any new purse or SLG purchases. For the last several years, I have brought in more money from selling than I've spent. But I just put the money into our general funds. Sometimes I've put them into a health savings account, but this year I needed to fund it completely on January 1 so I didn't wait for my sales money.

 

[lynne_ross]

Congrats on all the sales. Anything out is a good thing.

For those of you that sell your old / unwanted items, what do you use the funds for? I used to use the proceeds of handbag sales to fund new bags but, I don’t sell enough handbags to fund new bags anymore.

But, when I sell things it still feels like fun found money.

Sales of any of my personal items goes into my person budget - DH has me on a strict personal budget that I never follow lol. He carries over my deficit each year in our budget. I actually got out last year after selling a few expensive purses year after year.
For all other items the cash just goes in our cash pile. The money is too small to add up since I sell for cheap - just want to avoid throwing things out!

 

[More bags]

I like the shape of the Nina Ricci, but the strap is waaaay too long. Even when I carry it cross body, if I turn suddenly, the bag swings around and hits me in the tush. So I find myself looking for excuses to carry other bags.

I'm considering taking it in to my (very talented) leather shop to be shortened, since I'd never get anything for it if I were to try & sell it.

That tush tapping bag does not sound fun! Good luck with shortening the strap or punching extra holes.

 

[ElainePG]

That tush tapping bag does not sound fun! Good luck with shortening the strap or punching extra holes.

It's not an adjustable strap, which is something else I don't like about it! I bought it 4 years ago, when I knew a lot less about bags... also, I got super excited because it was 60% off, so my vision went all blurry when it went into my on-line cart!
I keep waffling on this one, putting it into the "donate" pile and then taking it out again, but when I really study it, the biggest problem is the strap. The bag itself is cute (though too small for everyday use), and I don't have anything else in this color combo. I know I'd never get anything back on resale, so I'm just gonna go for it and bring it in to my leather shop.
At least my tush will be happy!

 

[msd_bags]

My multicolored collection! I'm such a sucker for color and cool colorblocked! The last two bags I want to add to my collection are both going to be colorblocked.

But as of now, the first is the queen of my multicolors, Loewe Amazona.

Next is this awesome Massaccesi bag that's metallic on one side, and a cheery orange-y red on the other.

Last are bags from my younger days, before I really knew about designers and just liked fun things. The first is from a Korean brand, Sonovi, which was a really sweet souvenir from a trip to Korea. The next is from British brand, Irregular Choice, and really special from when I studied in London. I spent like an hour in the store so excited by all the crazy colors haha. The last two are from Brighton, the first was a treat after a summer job when I was a teenager, and the second is so teeny tiny and cute and was at the outlet for like $30!

So many cute goodies!!

My bag finally sold to a lovely lady. Now I only have two light blue totes instead of three. I have listed a bunch of bags in a group and then this weekend added a photo of small wallets and purse charms that if they bought a bag over a certain amount they could choose one of the goodies as a prize. All the items were in new condition so at least one bag sold and a wallet was chosen. So that means I get to count an slg out too.

Great marketing! I'm glad you got a sale!

I was surprised to receive a Viber message from the consignment shop too yesterday. My vintage Dior bag that has been with them for maybe 6 months has finally sold!!! When I was on vacation in Japan this March, I received a call from the shop owner. She was asking if I am agreeable to a lower payout by about 20%. I immediately said yes. And I'm glad that it finally sold.

Congrats on all the sales. Anything out is a good thing.

For those of you that sell your old / unwanted items, what do you use the funds for? I used to use the proceeds of handbag sales to fund new bags but, I don’t sell enough handbags to fund new bags anymore.

But, when I sell things it still feels like fun found money.

When I sell, the money goes to my general funds. So I really don't know where it eventually gets used.

 

[msd_bags]

Good news, Bad news (non-bag related). Just want to share.

Good: we celebrated my Dad's 85th birthday this Easter Sunday! (His actual birthday was a few days earlier, but as it fell on Holy Week, we couldn't have a celebration (we have some religious observance and partying on these days is a no no)). He was so surprised and happy since we prepared presentations for him. My brother, his son, my sister and I sang a local currently popular rock song (my brother played the guitar, my nephew did the song lead and my sister and I did the backup)! My sister and I do not have singing talents actually, but we pulled it off anyway, lol! For the love of our Dad! My other sisters and their family also each either sang or dance. Fun and blessed day overall!!

Bad: We had an earthquake yesterday (Monday). Intensity 6.1 at the epicenter. Maybe about 5 in our area. I took the day off to accompany my US-based sister on her last day of vacation here. We were loading stuff at the backseat of the car at a mall's open parking lot when we felt the shaking. We first wondered if the car was experiencing some trouble. Or, I thought I was just dizzy. It occurred to me that it might be an earthquake. But never to my sister. But everything seemed normal around anyway. We only found out a few minutes later when we saw people standing outside of the high rise buildings in the area that indeed there was an earthquake. We have earthquake drills here every now and then, but the real thing is much different, when you're already very nervous and prone to panic.

 

[Sparkletastic]

Good news, Bad news (non-bag related). Just want to share.

Good: we celebrated my Dad's 85th birthday this Easter Sunday! (His actual birthday was a few days earlier, but as it fell on Holy Week, we couldn't have a celebration (we have some religious observance and partying on these days is a no no)). He was so surprised and happy since we prepared presentations for him. My brother, his son, my sister and I sang a local currently popular rock song (my brother played the guitar, my nephew did the song lead and my sister and I did the backup)! My sister and I do not have singing talents actually, but we pulled it off anyway, lol! For the love of our Dad! My other sisters and their family also each either sang or dance. Fun and blessed day overall!!

Bad: We had an earthquake yesterday (Monday). Intensity 6.1 at the epicenter. Maybe about 5 in our area. I took the day off to accompany my US-based sister on her last day of vacation here. We were loading stuff at the backseat of the car at a mall's open parking lot when we felt the shaking. We first wondered if the car was experiencing some trouble. Or, I thought I was just dizzy. It occurred to me that it might be an earthquake. But never to my sister. But everything seemed normal around anyway. We only found out a few minutes later when we saw people standing outside of the high rise buildings in the area that indeed there was an earthquake. We have earthquake drills here every now and then, but the real thing is much different, when you're already very nervous and prone to panic.

I’m glad you and your family are ok. Also, so glad you and your family could celebrate your dad!

 

[whateve]

Good news, Bad news (non-bag related). Just want to share.

Good: we celebrated my Dad's 85th birthday this Easter Sunday! (His actual birthday was a few days earlier, but as it fell on Holy Week, we couldn't have a celebration (we have some religious observance and partying on these days is a no no)). He was so surprised and happy since we prepared presentations for him. My brother, his son, my sister and I sang a local currently popular rock song (my brother played the guitar, my nephew did the song lead and my sister and I did the backup)! My sister and I do not have singing talents actually, but we pulled it off anyway, lol! For the love of our Dad! My other sisters and their family also each either sang or dance. Fun and blessed day overall!!

Bad: We had an earthquake yesterday (Monday). Intensity 6.1 at the epicenter. Maybe about 5 in our area. I took the day off to accompany my US-based sister on her last day of vacation here. We were loading stuff at the backseat of the car at a mall's open parking lot when we felt the shaking. We first wondered if the car was experiencing some trouble. Or, I thought I was just dizzy. It occurred to me that it might be an earthquake. But never to my sister. But everything seemed normal around anyway. We only found out a few minutes later when we saw people standing outside of the high rise buildings in the area that indeed there was an earthquake. We have earthquake drills here every now and then, but the real thing is much different, when you're already very nervous and prone to panic.

I'm glad you're okay. I know what you mean. I was in the 1989 San Francisco earthquake. I remember my baby daughter was playing with the refrigerator magnets at the time and my baby son was in his baby seat on top of the table. Afterwards, I remember thinking how both kids were in precarious positions. My son could have fallen off the table, and the refrigerator could have toppled on my daughter. But at the time, I didn't think much of it. I didn't realize it was a big deal until the phone lines were jammed and the news stations were broadcasting half in the dark.

 

[msd_bags]

I’m glad you and your family are ok. Also, so glad you and your family could celebrate your dad!

Yes it was a wonderful day!! And thanks! [emoji3]

I'm glad you're okay. I know what you mean. I was in the 1989 San Francisco earthquake. I remember my baby daughter was playing with the refrigerator magnets at the time and my baby son was in his baby seat on top of the table. Afterwards, I remember thinking how both kids were in precarious positions. My son could have fallen off the table, and the refrigerator could have toppled on my daughter. But at the time, I didn't think much of it. I didn't realize it was a big deal until the phone lines were jammed and the news stations were broadcasting half in the dark.

If I didn’t take the day off I would still likely be in the office (at 5:11pm). I was laterbtold by my coworkers that the shaking really made them very nervous. Glad nothing untoward happened to your family then.

 

[dcooney4]

It's not an adjustable strap, which is something else I don't like about it! I bought it 4 years ago, when I knew a lot less about bags... also, I got super excited because it was 60% off, so my vision went all blurry when it went into my on-line cart!
I keep waffling on this one, putting it into the "donate" pile and then taking it out again, but when I really study it, the biggest problem is the strap. The bag itself is cute (though too small for everyday use), and I don't have anything else in this color combo. I know I'd never get anything back on resale, so I'm just gonna go for it and bring it in to my leather shop.
At least my tush will be happy!

I think this is a great idea. We hem our pants to adjust the fit . Why not our bags.

 

[dcooney4]

So many cute goodies!!

Great marketing! I'm glad you got a sale!

I was surprised to receive a Viber message from the consignment shop too yesterday. My vintage Dior bag that has been with them for maybe 6 months has finally sold!!! When I was on vacation in Japan this March, I received a call from the shop owner. She was asking if I am agreeable to a lower payout by about 20%. I immediately said yes. And I'm glad that it finally sold.

When I sell, the money goes to my general funds. So I really don't know where it eventually gets used.

Congrats on the sale.

 

[dcooney4]

Good news, Bad news (non-bag related). Just want to share.

Good: we celebrated my Dad's 85th birthday this Easter Sunday! (His actual birthday was a few days earlier, but as it fell on Holy Week, we couldn't have a celebration (we have some religious observance and partying on these days is a no no)). He was so surprised and happy since we prepared presentations for him. My brother, his son, my sister and I sang a local currently popular rock song (my brother played the guitar, my nephew did the song lead and my sister and I did the backup)! My sister and I do not have singing talents actually, but we pulled it off anyway, lol! For the love of our Dad! My other sisters and their family also each either sang or dance. Fun and blessed day overall!!

Bad: We had an earthquake yesterday (Monday). Intensity 6.1 at the epicenter. Maybe about 5 in our area. I took the day off to accompany my US-based sister on her last day of vacation here. We were loading stuff at the backseat of the car at a mall's open parking lot when we felt the shaking. We first wondered if the car was experiencing some trouble. Or, I thought I was just dizzy. It occurred to me that it might be an earthquake. But never to my sister. But everything seemed normal around anyway. We only found out a few minutes later when we saw people standing outside of the high rise buildings in the area that indeed there was an earthquake. We have earthquake drills here every now and then, but the real thing is much different, when you're already very nervous and prone to panic.

I am glad your okay though.

 

[bellarusa]

Intensity 6.1 at the epicenter.

I'm glad that you are ok.

 

[ksuromax]

Good news, Bad news (non-bag related). Just want to share.

Good: we celebrated my Dad's 85th birthday this Easter Sunday! (His actual birthday was a few days earlier, but as it fell on Holy Week, we couldn't have a celebration (we have some religious observance and partying on these days is a no no)). He was so surprised and happy since we prepared presentations for him. My brother, his son, my sister and I sang a local currently popular rock song (my brother played the guitar, my nephew did the song lead and my sister and I did the backup)! My sister and I do not have singing talents actually, but we pulled it off anyway, lol! For the love of our Dad! My other sisters and their family also each either sang or dance. Fun and blessed day overall!!

Bad: We had an earthquake yesterday (Monday). Intensity 6.1 at the epicenter. Maybe about 5 in our area. I took the day off to accompany my US-based sister on her last day of vacation here. We were loading stuff at the backseat of the car at a mall's open parking lot when we felt the shaking. We first wondered if the car was experiencing some trouble. Or, I thought I was just dizzy. It occurred to me that it might be an earthquake. But never to my sister. But everything seemed normal around anyway. We only found out a few minutes later when we saw people standing outside of the high rise buildings in the area that indeed there was an earthquake. We have earthquake drills here every now and then, but the real thing is much different, when you're already very nervous and prone to panic.

glad to know you're ok!

 

[msd_bags]

I am glad your okay though.

I'm glad that you are ok.

glad to know you're ok!

Thank you all! And I’m glad I was outside at the open air parking, not inside a building when it happened.