All right, ready for this?
We're gonna deep dive into some really unique stuff today.
Oh yeah.
We're talking about turning like,
turning thrift store finds into succulent gardens.
Oh, whoa.
Yeah, succulent gardens, right.
Like, who would have thought?
That's pretty cool.
There's this YouTube video
and it like breaks down this whole experiment
this person did, you know,
from like the idea all the way to selling them.
Oh, wow.
So like the whole process.
The whole thing.
That's awesome.
And what's crazy is this was actually inspired
by another video they did.
Oh, really?
Where they started a business
with just a hundred bucks from Walmart.
Wow.
Yeah.
So this time they're like,
okay, let's hit up Goodwill and see what we can do.
Interesting.
And the cool thing is they're not just trying
to resell stuff.
Right.
They're like, let's create a whole new concept.
Yeah.
Well, I find interesting is they're really focusing
on adding value.
Exactly.
It's not just like, oh, I found this at Goodwill.
I'm gonna sell it for more.
They're turning it into something totally new
and something people want, which is so smart.
You know, it's like upcycling,
but with an artistic twist.
It is.
It's like totally on trend.
Yeah.
Okay.
So imagine this.
Right.
The creator is at Goodwill, just walking the aisles.
Okay.
And you can just see the wheels turning in their head.
Oh, really?
Yeah.
Like what can I make?
What can I do?
It's a good reminder.
You know, entrepreneurship is all about being open
to possibilities.
And they had like all these ideas,
they considered custom clothing.
Oh, wow.
Custom shoes, restoring furniture.
Okay.
They even thought about making dioramas
out of old VHS tapes.
VHS dioramas.
Oh, I know.
That's pretty unique.
That's a throwback.
But in the end, they decided on planters.
Okay.
But planters made from, you know, interesting objects.
So not your average terracotta pot?
No, not at all.
All right.
And it's interesting how they got there.
Yeah, how they land on that.
So they saw this planter online.
It was made from an old book.
Okay.
And that sparked something, you know.
They were like, light bulb, we can do that.
Yeah, exactly.
And they were like, okay, goodwill,
that's where we're gonna find our stuff.
It's such a good skill, right?
It is.
To look at something and see potential.
Totally.
Even if it's not like super obvious.
Right, right.
Like you have to train your brain
to look beyond what it's supposed to be.
Yeah.
And be like, what else can this be?
Exactly.
Yeah, it's awesome.
So they hit the jackpot at Goodwill.
What'd they find?
Okay, they found a vintage suitcase.
Cool.
A hardcover book.
Nice.
And a vintage Disney mug.
All right, I'm liking this already.
Right.
And get this, the total for all three
was only like 12 bucks.
12 bucks, that's a steal.
I know, right?
And I love how they didn't limit themselves
to just one type of thing.
Right.
It makes it more interesting.
Yeah.
They've got options for the designs too.
Yeah, totally.
They've got the unique finds.
What's next?
Well, here's where it gets even more interesting.
Okay.
Before they even started making anything,
they built a website.
Oh, wow, that's smart.
Yeah, they used Hostinger.
Okay.
And it just shows, you know, they get,
you gotta have an online presence these days.
From the get go.
Yeah, even before you have a finished product.
Totally, it shows their thinking ahead.
And they used Hostinger's AI website builder.
Oh, so they use AI?
Yeah, to like speed up the whole process.
That's so cool.
It's amazing how AI is changing things for entrepreneurs.
It is.
Makes it so much easier.
So much faster.
Especially for someone just starting out, you know.
Yeah, totally.
They can focus on the creative stuff
and let the AI handle the website stuff.
Exactly.
Love it.
All right, so websites up, running.
Check.
Now it's time to get crafty.
We'll do it.
Turning these random objects into planters.
It wasn't a walk in the park.
I bet.
Like they had to cut a hole in the book.
Okay.
Which took like an hour.
Wow, an hour.
Yeah, they had to attach a bracket to the suitcase
to keep it open.
Oh, to hold it up.
Yeah, and they had to glue foam inside all of them
to hold the plants.
I see, so it's like a little base for the plants.
Exactly.
That's pretty impressive.
It is.
Especially because they said they weren't
like a professional gardener or anything.
No, no, not a craft.
Figuring it out as they went.
Yeah, learning on the fly.
That's awesome, you know.
You don't have to be an expert to start.
Right, you just gotta be willing to learn.
Exactly, gotta have that can-do spirit.
For sure.
It's always gonna be bumps in the road.
Oh yeah.
It's all about how you handle them.
So true.
So what about the plants?
Did they use real succulents?
Well, they actually decided to use artificial succulents
and moss.
Oh, interesting.
Which, you know, makes sense.
No watering the last longer.
A practical.
And they were pretty upfront about, you know,
maybe not being the most artistic.
So maybe this was easier for them.
Yeah, probably.
But using artificial plants,
that makes them more durable too.
Oh, good point.
For shipping, you know.
Right, right.
They really thought it through.
They did.
Both the aesthetics and the practical side of things.
Totally.
Smart.
Okay, so the big reveal.
Drum roll.
They created these really cool succulent arrangements.
I bet.
Each one totally unique.
Okay.
Like the suitcase, they propped it open with the bracket.
Oh.
So you could see the whole mini garden inside.
Nice.
The book, they hollowed out a section
and filled it with succulents.
A secret garden.
Yeah, exactly.
And even the Disney mug,
they turned it into a tiny little planter.
Oh, that's cute.
It was super charming.
So all artificial succulents and moss.
Yeah, and it cost them about 130 bucks for all the plants.
Not bad.
Not bad at all.
And they said they were happy with how they turned out.
Oh yeah, super happy.
I bet.
And the photos they took for their listings looked amazing.
Oh, nice.
They really put effort into making them look good.
Good, gotta showcase those creations.
Right.
So they've got the gardens, the website, awesome photos.
What's the plan?
Well, now it's time to sell them, right?
Of course.
So they're taking a multi-platform approach.
Okay, tell me more.
Facebook Marketplace, Reddit, Etsy.
Wow, covering all the bases.
And of course, their own website.
Makes sense.
It's like they're casting a wide net,
trying to reach as many people as possible.
Yeah, that's a good strategy,
especially when you're starting out.
Gotta see what works best.
And it lets them tap into different audiences, you know?
Oh yeah, for sure.
Like the people on Facebook Marketplace
might be different from the Etsy crowd.
Absolutely, gotta know where your audience hangs out.
Exactly.
Smart move.
Really smart.
I like it.
And you know what else I liked?
How open they were about the whole thing.
Oh yeah.
Like they admitted they weren't a gardening expert.
Right.
And talked about having to figure stuff out as they went.
Oh, they were really honest about it.
Which I think is so refreshing.
It is.
Because it makes the whole thing feel more real, you know?
Yeah, it's relatable.
Which shows you don't have to know everything
to be successful.
Right.
Sometimes it's more about being resourceful and creative
and just trying things out.
Absolutely.
And they had some interesting stuff to say
about starting a business on a budget.
Oh yeah, what was that?
Well, they talked about adding value to existing products
instead of trying to create something completely new.
So basically working with what you've got.
Yeah, which is smart,
especially when you don't have a lot of money.
You can use things that are already out there
and focus on transforming them.
Instead of starting from scratch.
Exactly.
That's a good point.
And they talked about organic marketing.
Like using social media and stuff.
Yeah, like using social media, online forums
to reach customers without spending a ton of money on ads.
It's all about being scrappy.
Right.
Gonna be creative.
Especially when you have a small budget.
For sure.
And they didn't shy away from the challenges either.
No, they were really honest about that too.
They talked about like the limitations of a small budget.
And even suggested things like drop shipping.
Oh, interesting.
Or working with freelancers.
Okay.
To get specific tasks done.
That's a good idea.
It was all super practical advice
based on their own experience.
It shows they've been there, done that.
Right.
And it highlights how important it is to be flexible.
Yeah, you gotta be able to adapt.
Especially in the business world,
things are always changing.
So true.
Oh, and they even shared some other low cost business ideas.
Oh, like what?
Like creating and selling framed Lego figures.
Okay.
Or custom designed posters.
Interesting.
It just shows, you know,
there are opportunities everywhere.
If you know where to look.
Exactly, gotta keep your eyes open.
And here's a cool thing they mentioned.
They talked about reusing the containers.
Oh, that's smart.
If the original arrangements didn't sell,
they could just make new ones.
So sustainable.
Talk about minimizing waste.
Yeah, I love that.
It's sustainable entrepreneurship.
It really is, they're thinking about the long term.
They are.
And it's not just about the objects themselves,
it's about the whole process.
It's really inspiring, isn't it?
This whole deep dive has been...
Like it shows you, anyone can do this.
You don't need a ton of experience.
Just a good idea.
And the willingness to learn.
And some creativity.
Exactly.
And the path to entrepreneurship,
it doesn't have to be, you know, straight line.
No, it can be all over the place.
Full of twists and turns.
Yeah.
But sometimes those lead to the best places.
I love that.
So think about it.
Okay.
What's sitting around your house right now?
Gathering dust.
That could be something amazing.
Oh, that's a good question.
Maybe it's time for a trip to the thrift store.
Yeah.
See what you can find.
Get those creative juices flowing.
It's all about seeing things differently.
Shifting your perspective.
This deep dive is a good reminder
that opportunities are everywhere.
They are.
You just gotta look for them.
And be open to them.
It's about looking at everyday things.
Like a thrift store find.
With fresh eyes.
And seeing their hidden potential.
It's funny, you know, we talk a lot about
the whole hustle of entrepreneurship.
Oh yeah, got a hustle.
But this creator really emphasized the creative side too.
Like finding a creative outlet.
Yeah, and like pushing your own boundaries.
It's not just about making money.
It's not, it's about like expressing yourself.
Exactly.
And this digital world we live in.
Everything is online.
There's something really cool about
working with your hands, you know.
Yeah, making something tangible.
Yeah, and bringing nature into it
with the plants and everything.
I think people crave that, you know.
Yeah.
That connection to nature.
And it's grounding.
It is.
And it made me think about community too.
Oh, how so?
Well, they talked about connecting with other creators online.
Right?
Getting inspiration from each other.
Yeah, sharing ideas.
It's motivating, you know.
It is, it's like you're part of something bigger.
Exactly.
And the internet makes it so easy to connect with people.
It does.
Who have the same passions.
Yeah, it's a great resource.
Yeah.
Okay, before we wrap up.
Yeah.
What really stood out to you from this deep dive?
Hmm, that's a good question.
Yeah.
I think for me, it was seeing how they found opportunity
in like the most unexpected place.
Goodwill.
Yeah, goodwill.
What thought?
It's like, you know, they looked at this ordinary thing.
Yeah.
And saw a business.
A unique business.
A profitable business.
And they didn't just dream about it.
No, they took action.
They made it happen.
That's what it takes.
That's what separates the dreamers from the doers.
Exactly.
And, you know, they might inspire others to do the same.
Absolutely.
Well, that's it for this deep dive
into turning thrift store finds into succulent gardens.
It's been fun.
It has.
We hope you enjoyed it.
And maybe got some inspiration along the way.
Maybe you'll start your own business.
You never know.
Remember the next time you see an old suitcase
or a dusty book.
Don't just see what it is.
See what it could be.
That's the key.
All right.
That's it for today.
See you next time.
Bye.