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Reseller tools that make my life easier

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I have been a reseller for five years and have slowly been perfecting my sourcing techniques and shipping supplies. I like to save time and money and am happy to share my tips and tricks with others. No gatekeeping here! Some of my recommendations wi...
 
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For me, a thermal printer is a must! I was about six month into my reselling adventure when I decided that using my home printer was too time consuming and a waste of ink. I have been using my thermal printer ever since and have not had to replace it...
Thermal Label Printer
 
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Taking photos of wrinkle free clothing is a must for your listings. I tried a few small, handheld steamers and got frustrated with how long it took and how cumbersome they were to use. I finally broke down and purchased an upright steamer and it has ...
Pure Enrichment PureSteam XL Fabric Steamer
 
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The number one thing that frustrated me when I first started reselling was getting quality photos. My home doesn't have very good natural light and photo editing wasn't showing the exact color of my items. After receiving a negative review because th...
Photo Light Box
 
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Some clothing will look so much better on a mannequin and will give a cleaner appearance. Items such as dresses or flowy tops show their true fit when displayed on a mannequin compared to a hanging or a flat lay photo. Think about when you are shoppi...
Mannequin Body
 
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It's important to know the exact weight of your item before listing it. Guessing the weight can result in extra charges at delivery for you or the buyer; sometimes an extremely costly mistake. I keep a few poly mailers, boxes, and packing materials n...
Shipping Scale
 
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I started out using a tape dispenser gun but quickly switched to a desk dispenser. I have the Excell-17 steel desk 3" tape dispenser. It has suction cups on the base so it won't slide as I use it. I prefer to have both hands free instead of holding a...
Excell 3" Tape Dispenser
 
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I keep all of my items in clear bags for storing and fast packing. After listing an item, I place it in a clear, sealable bag and write the inventory number on the top of the bag and place it in a tote. The bags also help keep your items dust-free an...
Self Seal Clear Poly Bags
 
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I add a thank you sticker to the clear poly bag to show my buyer I appreciate their business.
Thank You Stickers
 
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For clothing items, or any non-breakable items, I ship in a poly mailer. I have a wide variety of sizes I use, anywhere from 6 x 9 to 20 x 24 but the most common size I use is a 10 x 13. I place the item in a clear bag (see on my list) and then into ...
Poly Mailers
 
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I use mat boards in my packaging for items that I don't want to risk getting bent during shipping. I sell a lot of books and place a piece (cut-to-size) on the front cover and then wrap in a little bubble wrap. That way I can ship it in a poly mailer...
Mat Board Center 8.5x11 Corrugated Sheets
 
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I wrap most hardgoods, or anything that is fragile, in bubble wrap. I have found American Bubble Boy to be the most durable and I order it in bulk.
Bubble Wrap - American Bubble Boy
 
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Want to save time, supplies, and money? I was wasting too much time and packing supplies by using boxes that were too big. I was also paying for extra weight that I didn't need to. Yes, I can use a box knife to resize boxes, but I couldn't cut a stra...
Box Resizer Tool with Scoring Wheel
 
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I keep shopping totes in my car for carrying my shipments into USPS or UPS or for when I go sourcing. They are sturdier and larger than grocery bags and the shoulder strap helps when the bag is heavy. I know its been a good sales weekend when I have ...
IKEA FRAKTA Blue Large Carrier Bag 2 Pcs
 
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I add flay lay measurement photos to my listings. Some reseller sites do not allow returns for fit issues so I want the buyer to see the measurements before buying.
Tape Measures & Rulers