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Choose your path
Find a genuine piece in the Marketplace, or start a tablescaping quote for your own Melbourne setting.
A simple guide
See the three paths before you begin.
Velvet Directory makes the next step clear whether you want to buy a direct-sale piece, follow an external eBay auction, sell an item, or request on-location styling.
Next: Choose the path that matches what you want to do today.
For first-time visitors
Two ways into Velvet Directory.
Browse the Marketplace for genuine antique and vintage finds, or request on-location tablescaping at a Melbourne location you provide. This page explains the simple next step for each.
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Marketplace: read the label
Each listing shows its condition, price or guide price, area, collection or delivery option, and purchase path.
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Tablescaping: request a quote
Tell us about your gathering and location, then select a theme as part of your quote request.
Marketplace
Find or list a genuine piece.
Browse genuine antique and vintage finds, or list your own vintage or antique item. Marketplace listing signup is free.
On-location tablescaping
Bring the scene to your setting.
You provide the Melbourne location. A quote request begins the conversation; it is not an instant venue booking. Themes are selected as part of the quote request.
Request a tablescaping quoteTwo clear purchase paths
No guessing about where to pay.
Direct Velvet checkout
Buy and pay here.
When a genuine item is marked for direct purchase, Stripe Checkout handles payment through Velvet Directory. Read the item’s collection or delivery details before proceeding.
Browse direct-sale itemsExternal eBay auction
Bid and pay on eBay.
Featured eBay Auctions open in a new tab. Velvet Directory does not accept auction bids or auction payments. Check the current eBay listing and its terms before bidding.
View featured eBay auctionsProvenance Marks
Good trading leaves a mark.
Provenance Marks are earned, not paid for. They recognise members who offer accurate listings, communicate respectfully and complete trades well. They are a simple guide, not a guarantee.
Oil Lamp
First light
Earn it: Earned with your first approved listing — never bought
Perk: Free listings and a complimentary one-month newcomer boost.
Queen Anne
Well appointed
Earn it: Earned through three owner-confirmed completed trades — never bought
Perk: Priority consideration for monthly collector features.
Cameo
Collector known
Earn it: Earned through ten owner-confirmed completed trades — never bought
Perk: Early access to curated community opportunities.
The Velvet Seal
Trusted seller
Earn it: Earned with owner approval after a consistent record of good trading — never bought
Perk: Priority consideration for featured-seller and collector opportunities.
Have something with a story?
Start with a few clear details. You can add your photos later.