Wondering what you need to get started selling on eBay, Poshmark or Mercari? Here is the list of the exact supplies I use for my reselling business where I flip thrift store finds for profit online.
Perfect for if you sell on eBay, Etsy, Mercari, or Poshmark. This list includes everything from what you will need to photographing items, shipping your sales, and cleaning/prep of items.
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A Bit About Reselling
If you’re not quite sure what reselling is, it is essentially buying something at a low price (like at a garage sale or thrift store), then selling it for a higher price (like online).
You might also hear it referred to as “flipping” items for profit.
By doing this, you can make quite a bit of money!
In fact, I’ve made over $100,000 net profit flipping used items online in my spare time.
My name is Lee, and I’m a mom of 4 and part-time reseller.
I’ve created my amazing business selling used clothes during my babies’ naptimes!
I also teach people just like you how to make money selling on online platforms like eBay, Poshmark and Mercari.
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There are so many things that go into successfully reselling
Without further ado, here are my must have reseller supplies – the exact supplies I use!
Here Are My Must Have Reseller Supplies
Without further ado, here are my must have reseller supplies – the exact supplies I use!
Photography Items
1. Lighting Kit
Unfortunately the light kit I use is no longer sold, but this is a close comparison.
It’s an affordable beginner kit that will pay for itself pretty quickly.
Just plug in and go! You’ll be able to take photos any time of day.
2. Light Bulbs
If you need to replace light bulbs they aren’t terribly expensive. You can also purchase these in higher wattages, which I recommend.
3. Photodrop Background
A lot of people ask about backgrounds.
This is the one I used until I started using a background remover. And as of the time of this writing it’s under $10!
If you don’t want to hassle with figuring out a good background remover yet, this makes a great background.
I will say, when it first arrives it comes folded and will have fold lines in it. It takes some time for them to come out. I just kept mine rolled around a yoga mat and the wrinkles eventually came out.
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4. Backdrop Stand
If you need a stand for your backdrop, this one will work.
But for money saving purposes, these 3M strips also work wonders.
5. Mannequin
If you’re just starting out, don’t worry about getting a mannequin right away. I got by without one for almost two years. Everything I did was a flat lay.
However, I eventually got tired of arranging flat lays and bought two mannequins (one male, one female). They have been a total game changer when it comes to taking pictures quickly.
These are close to what I have – with the exception being these are hollow back.
For the money though – this is a great deal for the man/woman set.
Plus they can be hung or stood on a table.
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6. Lazy Susan
If you have a tabletop mannequin, you will definitely want to get a lazy susan so you don’t have to constantly pick up and move your mannequin.
This is the lazy susan I use. It’s heavy duty and affordable. And makes my job so much easier!
Shipping Items
7. Scale
If you’re just starting out and can only pick one thing from this list, a scale is it. It’s pretty hard to ship without one.
I use a kitchen scale we received as a wedding present since we already had it. You just need to be able to read ounces on it.
The kids broke my scale (are you sensing a pattern here) from putting a giant stuffed animal on it. Luckily my hand husband was able to take it apart and fix it. This is the one I had picked out because of the price and reviews. It is substantially cheaper than anything you will find in local stores (I looked!).
8. Shipping Labels
If you’re just starting out, you don’t need a label printer right off the bat.
Your regular home printer (if you have one), will work just fine.
I used these for a long time. Just print 2-4 per page. You’ll need to cut them, but they peel right off and stick on your package quickly.
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9. Label Printer
When you’re ready to upgrade to a dedicated label printer, this one is amazing!
It’s not much over $50 and it’s even wireless!
No ink required!
10. Thermal Labels
If you decide to go with the label printer, you’ll need labels.
Remember, you’ll never need to buy ink again – just labels.
11. Poly Mailers - Standard (10"x13")
Poly Mailers are a must have item. You can get them very cheap. Just a few pennies a bag.
The cheapest are usually the plain gray ones. But I like to make the drab job of shipping fun by using printed or colored bags.
12. Poly Mailers - Small (6"x9" )
I love having some smaller sized poly mailers on hand. These are perfect for small shirts, shorts, and kids clothing items.
13. Poly Mailers - Oversized (19"x 24")
Every once in a while I have to ship something very big that won’t fit in much else. This is where these bags come in.
I also sometimes use these if I’m having a hard time fitting an item in a box. By putting it in the bag first, then squeezing out all the air, it is amazing how much smaller items become!
Then they easily fit in boxes and can actually help save you money by being able to use smaller boxes.
14. Poly Mailers - Biggest Oversized (24"x 24")
Super big, but handy to have on hand!
15. Tissue Paper
I don’t use tissue paper too often, but when I use it, I like to stick with white so nothing bleeds!
15. USPS FREE Shipping Supplies
With the advent of USPS Ground Advantage, I don’t use USPS boxes much anymore. But it’s nice to keep a few on hand. You can go here to see what’s available.
Prep/Cleaning Supplies
17. Foldable Work Table
I’ve had this table for a couple of years now and I’m loving it.
It’s much larger than the counter I was previously using, and the height is adjustable.
The baskets are perfect for holding my measuring tape, packing tape, scissors, lint roller, etc.
And I keep my label printer and stack of labels on the bottom shelf.
The table top is the perfect size for laying out clothing items and taking measurements.
And even after two years (and heavy use), the table surface seems to be holding up well.
18. Alwayslux EasyLint Professional Sweater Shaver
This shaver is amazing! After using a small, unprofessional shaver that did basically nothing, this was a huge step up for me!
It costs more than your basic shaver, but it is totally worth it!
The best part is it plugs in. So there is no need for going through countless batteries.
I did receive a defective one the first time, but the company was super nice. They got back to me right away and sent a new one out quickly, no questions asked! You can’t get much better customer service than that. The second one I received works like a charm!
This is probably the one item on the list that will quickly pay for itself in just a few items.
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19. Fels Naptha Bar Soap
This is a bar soap that is my go to for stain removal. It gets out pretty much everything.
You can either rub the bar directly onto the fabric (with some water), or you can use the brush
Just wet the brush a little, rub the bar of soap to pick up some soap, then gently rub the spot. Then let it sit a bit before rinsing in (preferably) hot water.
I’ve had the same bar of soap for probably 4 years now (since before I start reselling!) and it is still going strong! It is only about half gone
20. OxiClean
I use OxiClean for items that have all-over staining or yellowing. I like to dissolve some in hot water in a sink or washing machine.
Then I just put the item in to soak and let it sit for 30+ minutes. Sometimes as long as overnight.
In the rare cases that the Fels-Naptha Soap doesn’t work, I then use Oxi-Clean to treat stains.
I just mix some with just a small bit of water to make a paste. Apply it right to the stain and let it sit for a bit, maybe 15-30 minutes.
Don’t let it sit too long as it may bleach the fabric.
21. Magic Eraser Extra Durable
Mr. Clean Magic Erasers are a must have when it comes to shoes. They are great for anything with scuffs, especially white rubber such as on Converse shoes.
Just be sure to get the ones labeled “Extra Durable” or “Heavy Duty” as they won’t fall apart like the regular ones.
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22. Lint Rollers
Lint rollers are a must for every reseller.
Whether you have pets or not, you need these as used clothes usually need lint rolled.
I keep one lint roller in my photography area for lint that can be seen in pictures.
I keep a second lint roller at my listing station so I can roll any item that needs it prior to folding and storing.
23. Tea Tree Oil
One thing is for sure….when you buy pre-owned clothes, sometimes they just downright stink!
But fortunately, it’s a simple fix! Simply wash the item as you normally would plus add about 1/4 cup white vinegar and 5-6 drops of tea tree oil.
This will even get rid of the smell of cigarette smoke!
24. Microfiber Cloths
For the items that don’t smell too bad, sometimes they have a little bit of something on them. Rather than wash the whole thing, I simply spot clean with these cloths and a little water.
This works especially well for jeans. It can also work for other items like shoes.
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25. Heavy-duty Flocked Gloves
Gloves are a must for cleaning shoes. This is one item I like to splurge on. I prefer to get ones that will last, are thick, and are flocked (soft!) on the inside.
If you have to clean shoes, you might as well as give yourself a little enjoyment!
26. Leather Care Kit
If you’re dealing with any leather products, this kit has got you covered!
You’ll want to clean with the saddle soap and then condition with the leather oil.
27. Suede & Nubuck Care Kit
Suede and nubuck leather require special care. A small investment in a kit like this can quickly pay for itself as these types of materials general sell for more.
28. Shoe Odor Eliminator Spray
A must if you’re working with shoes!
A few squirts and most shoes smell as good as new.
29. Oxiclean Max Force Spray
This is a new favorite of mine.
The best part – you can spray and let sit for up to 7 days before washing!
Reseller Tools
30. Vendoo
If you haven’t heard of Vendoo, it’s a cross listing tool that allows you to list your items to multiple platforms at once.
They currently support around 10 platforms.
I recommend adding on both the Relist/Delist tool, as well as the importing tool.
Plus go here to check out my complete review (as well as demo) of Vendoo.
31. Flyp Cross Lister, Sharing & Offers Tool
This is an amazing tool – especially if you’re a Poshmark seller.
You can set up auto sharing and offers. And it’s a way to start seeing sales come in almost immediately.
It also has a built in cross lister but I can’t comment on this piece of the tool because I haven’t used it.
They have a lengthy free trial!
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Conclusion To Must Have Reseller Supplies
Well that’s pretty much everything I use to make money from home through reselling thrift store items for profit.
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