New Vendor FAQ’s

Each space has a monthly rental, you bring in your own merchandise, price it and display it. We sell it and then pay you twice a month.

Getting started is simple. Reach out through our vendor application —we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.

There is a per item commission of 12% deducted from every item sold at Rusty Crown by Crown Antique Mall.

There is also an additional fee for locked showcases placed inside a vendor’s space of $10 per lock.

If electric is utilized in the vendor space, there will be a $10 monthly charge.

There is a 3-month minimum commitment. After that, it goes month to month. We recommend that as a new dealer you give your booth at least 6-9 months to perform. By that time, you will know if you like doing this and if your things are going to sell. We recommend that dealers “work” their booth at least once a week.

No. The only thing due at lease signing is the first month’s rent payable by cash or check. The following month’s rent will be auto-debited from you banking account each month. Rent payments can also be made by cash or check in the store prior to the first of the month.

We directly deposit sales into your bank account twice per month. The settlements run from the 1st-14th and 15th-end of month.

No, you do not need any licenses to become a vendor at Rusty Crown. We collect and pay all sales taxes on your items.

Vendors whose yearly sales qualify them for a 1099 will receive one via mail. All vendors are required to fill out IRS W-9 form prior to the execution of their lease.

There are not a lot of restrictions on what is allowed in your booth. We like antiques, vintage items, and collectibles—we recommend that 90% of your items fit within these guidelines. For help in determining what “we” call antique, vintage, or collectible, just ask!

Vendors typically price things based either on what they paid for the item or what the item is selling for online. eBay is a great, free resource for pricing, just be sure to look up your items under “SOLD”! You’re always welcome to ask our staff what they think on pricing as they interact daily with customers and hear feedback on prices every day.

Upon signing the lease, you will be assigned a vendor code to tag all your items with. Dealer ID, a short description and price are required on every item. We recommend that dealers use string tags whenever possible as we remove the tag sat the time of purchase and hold on to them for reference later.

It is the vendor's responsibility to provide removable display fixtures. If you wish to install something permanent, written permission is required prior to the installation.

Booth availability changes regularly. Some booth sizes and locations may have a waiting list, while others may become available unexpectedly. Contact The Rusty Crown directly for the most current availability.

Booth rent includes your retail space within the mall, daily customer traffic, point-of-sale checkout services, and ongoing promotion of the store and special events. Additional details may vary depending on booth size and setup.

No. Vendors are not required to staff the store, which allows you to focus on sourcing, creating, and curating your booth while our team handles daily customer transactions.

We’re always looking for creative, passionate vendors with unique inventory and strong booth presentation. Popular categories include:

• Antiques

• Vintage décor

• Furniture

• Vintage Toys

• Retro collectibles

• Seasonal décor

• Jewelry and accessories

• Architectural salvage

• Oddities and curiosities

We especially love booths that feel immersive, memorable, and thoughtfully curated.

Yes! Handmade and artisan goods are welcome, especially when they complement the vintage, antique, boutique, or creative atmosphere of the mall. We tend to limit the number of these types of spaces to keep the overall vibe authentically vintage.

Absolutely. While antiques and vintage items are a major part of The Rusty Crown, we also welcome carefully curated boutique, repurposed, and vintage-inspired merchandise that fits the overall shopping experience.

Vendors can restock regularly and are encouraged to keep booths fresh, organized, and full of new discoveries. Many vendors refresh inventory weekly or even multiple times per week. The more you put into your space, the more you will get out of it!

Depending on booth size and availability, there may be a waiting list for certain spaces. Joining the waitlist helps us contact you when the right opportunity opens up.

The Rusty Crown works to provide a safe shopping and selling environment through staffed operations and in-store security measures. While no retail environment can guarantee against loss, we encourage vendors to merchandise thoughtfully and communicate with staff regarding valuable items.

Yes! One of the things customers love most about The Rusty Crown is the personality of each booth. Vendors are encouraged to style and decorate their spaces to create an engaging, visually exciting shopping experience.

Yes. We regularly feature vendors, new arrivals, themed displays, events, and favorite finds on social media to help drive traffic and spotlight the amazing variety throughout the store. The better your booth looks, the more likely it is to become the star of somebody’s scrolling thumb-stop moment.