Yard sales, in their earliest form, originated in the U.S. in the early 1800s as "rommage" (rummage) sales, where unclaimed or damaged cargo was sold on waterfront docks. By the late 19th century, these evolved into community, church, or charity sales. The modern, individual residential garage sale became popular during the 1950s and 60s.
Founded in 2013 by Johnnie Tate and Nick Buckland, the brand began life in Johnnie's Clapton backyard. Since then, it has grown steadily to 14 shops across East, North and South London, including a record-breaking opening in Earlsfield in March 2025.
The Fentress County Chamber of Commerce serves as the headquarters for the sale. Since then, the event officially known as the 127 sale after its initial route has grown to cover 690 miles, from Gadsden, Ala. to Hudson, MI.
What is called the biggest garage sale in history?
Largest garage sale in history was resulted due to shock therapy to undervalue the valuable industries of the USSR to sell them at throwaway prices. In Russia about 90 per cent of its industries were put to sale to private individuals and companies. This was called the largest garage sale in history.
Cameron Mathison left Hallmark primarily to sign a significant multi-picture deal with its rival, Great American Family (GAF), in late 2023, though Hallmark also chose not to include his character in newer Hannah Swensen Mysteries to align with the book series' plot where his character, Mike, moves away for FBI training. Mathison expressed excitement for the new opportunity, noting many familiar faces from Hallmark had also moved to GAF, and he's now focusing on his new network, though he remains open to returning to Hallmark.
Actress Lori Loughlin, Mossimo Giannulli separate after nearly 28 years of marriage. Stamos also touched on the couple's involvement in the infamous Varsity Blues college admissions scandal six years ago.
Car boot sales are popular in the United Kingdom, where they are often referred to simply as "car boots", and also in parts of Australia and mainland Europe.
The largest private car collection in the world belongs to Hassanal Bolkiah ibni Omar Ali Saifuddien III, the 29th sultan of Brunei. How many cars does the sultan of Brunei have in his garage? He owns approximately 7,000 cars, with an estimated combined value of $5 billion!
However, traditional selling methods such as car boot and garage/yard sales are still a common occurrence both here in the UK and America, so why not visit one of these events or try to organise your own? You never know what you might find!
Wondering what makes the most money at yard sales? Because tools and furniture are in demand and hold up well over time, they typically sell well and/or make the most money at yard sales. If electronics are still current and in good shape, these can also be high earners.
Yes, the "30-minute pizza rule" was a real marketing guarantee, famously offered by Domino's in the 1980s, but it was discontinued in the U.S. by 1993 due to numerous lawsuits and safety concerns from accidents caused by drivers rushing to meet the deadline, though similar offers still exist in some countries.
It goes all the way back to when horse-drawn carriages were the norm. The driver would sit on a chest that held his belongings, including – yes – his boots. The original name was "the boot locker", which in time became shortened to just "the boot."
Australians say “garage” for the place where you get your car serviced, and for what you park your car in at your home. But places where you pay to park your car are called carparks, not parking garages.
Yes, Lori Loughlin attended Bob Saget's funeral in January 2022, alongside many other Full House cast members like John Stamos, Candace Cameron Bure, Dave Coulier, and Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen, as well as other stars. She was seen arriving with her husband, Mossimo Giannulli, and described Saget as family, stating she was devastated by his loss.
Bella launched a podcast called The Nail Polish Sisters in November 2022, while Olivia returned to her YouTube channel and even competed on Dancing with the Stars in 2021. Years after the scandal, Loughlin and Giannulli separated in Oct. 2025 after 28 years of marriage.
