As part of the 2023 festival of pre-loved stuff, Garage Sale Trail presented the Trail Tutorials; a series of FREE online talks featuring an all star cast of experts and familiar faces sharing sustainable living tips that are kind on the planet and your pocket.
Saturday 28 October
Secondhand Selling: what it takes to make it
Meet four experts, 2 Aussie Thrifters, Jane Crowley and Jacob Miller, who know what it takes to convert secondhand finds into major cash. From in-person to online sales, they’ll share tips for the most eager first-timers and seasoned side hustlers.
You’ll learn how to set up, select, merchandise and price your goods for success and get the real down low on selling pre-owned.
The Secondhand Fashion Fix
Join style gurus Joanne Gambale and Ali Dibley as they help ABC’s Veronica Milsom solve her biggest fashion woes. From finding a style mojo with signature finds to removing pesky marks and stains from well-loved pieces, let’s get the down low from those in the know.
A perfect watch for the fashionably minded to the ensembly-challenged. Only good stuff ensues when these three get together and you’ll get a front-row seat on how to repair, re-love and reinvent a responsible wardrobe.
Sunday 29 October
Good Neighbours Change the World
Can we really shape a better world by getting to know the people in our community and what do we learn when we try?
Join TV presenter and R U OK? Ambassador Barry du Bois and chaotic socialite and community builder, Chrissy Flanagan as they explain the amazing benefits of building relationships at garage sales and beyond.
You’ll be inspired by their fascinating stories and come away with tips on how to find connection, kindness and joy in whatever place it is you call home.
Facilitated by sustainability educator and speaker, Jo Taranto, you’ll be inspired by two fascinating stories and come away with tips on how to find connection, kindness and joy in whatever place it is you call home.
