Hunting through charity shops can take time, but the thrill of discovering a hidden treasure makes it all worthwhile. Whether it’s a vintage camera or a classic dress, finding a bargain always feels like hitting the jackpot.
Chris, a part-time reseller on eBay and Vinted, recently shared his success story, turning just £17.50 spent across four charity shop buys into an impressive £157.50 in profit. While browsing locally, Chris found a Game of Thrones hoodie, a 2006 Ireland football shirt, a USA Air Forces top, and a pair of Pikolinos leather shoes.
In a TikTok video posted to his 5,500 followers under the handle @flippin_chris, he explained his haul: “Reselling charity shop finds for a profit… £17.50 into £157.50.”
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Chris detailed each item’s journey: the Game of Thrones hoodie, priced at £10, sold for £55. The standout find was a 2006 Ireland football shirt, marked at just £1 despite some wear on the Umbro logo, which he sold for £22.50. Next was a unique USA Air Forces shirt from the brand DSCP, bought at £2 and sold for £30. Last but not least, a nearly unworn pair of Pikolinos leather shoes, snapped up for £4.50, fetched £50.
The TikTok video quickly gained traction, earning hundreds of likes and comments praising Chris’s keen eye and impressive profits. One viewer wrote, “Great buys and sales, well done,” while another said, “Amazing, you are on a roll!” Others acknowledged the savvy flipper’s success as a “very good profit.”
Football shirt values vary greatly; standard replicas can fetch just a few pounds, while signed or match-worn jerseys from legendary players can sell for millions. Retro shirts from before 2000 typically sell for at least £50, depending on condition and provenance.
Finding a football shirt for under £5 in a charity shop is a rare coup. Chris’s 2006 Ireland shirt, for instance, could be expected to sell for between £25 and £60, factoring in condition and whether it was player-issued.
Many sellers turn to platforms like eBay to browse listings of new and pre-owned football shirts, where prices fluctuate based on rarity and demand. For bargain hunters like Chris, a sharp eye and a bit of luck can turn charity shop finds into solid profits.