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This will be our sixth year to shop the World’s Longest Yard Sale. \u00a0Nothing is ever the same from year to year except for one thing: FUN!<\/strong><\/p>\n Whether you’re there to fill a trailer with vintage goods or simply looking for a whimsical trip with lots of off-the-beaten-path places, there is something for everyone. \u00a0After 4 years, we’ve learned a few things to DEFINITELY DO and also a few things to steer clear of along the way.<\/p>\n Everyone’s got to experience it at least once!<\/strong> \u00a0If you’re reading this post, you probably love the hunt. \u00a0And that means the 127 Yard Sale, otherwise known as the World’s Longest Yard Sale, is for you!<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/127-Yard-Sale-3-768×1024.jpeg” title_text=”127 Yard Sale (3)” admin_label=”IMG vintage and antique finds on the 127 sale” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro Text” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n First, a quick bit if history.<\/p>\n The original idea started in Tennessee and the World’s Longest Yard Sale was established in 1987. \u00a0When it first began, it ran from Covington, KY to Chattanooga, TN. \u00a0It later expanded to start in Gadsen, AL and runs all the way to Hudson, MI. The idea was to bring traffic to the small towns running along the 127 route.<\/strong> \u00a0These towns were becoming forgotten with the development of interstate highways. \u00a0And if you ask anyone who lives along the 127 corridor in those states, it definitely brings some traffic!<\/p>\n You can find a free printable of the 127 Yard Sale map HERE<\/a>.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro Text” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The 127 sale, also called the World’s Longest Yard Sale, starts in Gadsen, Alabama. \u00a0While we’ve found some fun things in Alabama, we discovered that Tennessee and Kentucky had a lot more options for true vintage hunting.<\/p>\n When we go to the World’s Longest Yard Sale in Tennessee, we like to start at Signal Mountain, just north of Chattanooga. \u00a0One, it is easy to find hotels in Chattanooga. \u00a0Two, Signal Mountain is always a fun stop. \u00a0I also love Picker’s Field, just a little north of Signal Mountain.<\/p>\n Clarkrange and Crossville are the iconic Tennessee stops and definitely places to allow lots of time for!<\/p>\n The 127 sale runs the full length of Kentucky. \u00a0We have found mid to Southern Kentucky to have the best stops for us!<\/p>\n As I mentioned, the World’s Longest Yard sale begins in Gadsden, AL at Noccalula Falls Park. \u00a0It ends 5 miles north of Addison, Michigan. \u00a0Now THAT’S a long yard sale! \u00a0One of these days, I’d love to do the whole thing. \u00a0So far, the furthest we’ve made it is Southern Ohio!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro Text” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n There is literally something for everyone along the World’s Longest Yard Sale and if you love the thrill of the hunt, it’s a bucket list item for sure! \u00a0You can find everything from family yard sales in front of homes to sidewalk sales from the towns’ small businesses to huge fields with 100 vintage and antique dealers. \u00a0We’ve stopped at all of the above! \u00a0You can find more of my tips and ideas for vintage hunting HERE<\/a><\/strong><\/span>\u00a0and HERE<\/a><\/strong><\/span>.<\/p>\n But for this post, we will stick to just the amazingness (yep, a made-up word!) of the World’s Longest Yard Sale and a few things we’ve learned after traveling the 127 corridor!<\/p>\n Let’s go!<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”BLOG TITLE” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Packing List” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Packing List” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n You’d think that I’d perfected this by now, but it seems we always forget something! \u00a0Here is a list of the must-haves and the rest is up to you!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Packing List” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/127-Yard-Sale-5-768×1024.jpeg” title_text=”127 Yard Sale (5)” admin_label=”IMG antiques on the world’s longest yard sale” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Packing List” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/127-Yard-Sale-8-768×1024.jpeg” title_text=”127 Yard Sale (8)” admin_label=”IMG junk finds on the 127sale” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip Two” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip Two” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n From year to year, my list varies, depending on any styling themes I’ve been putting together in my head, DIY projects we want to try, or home projects I know will be coming up. \u00a0There are some staple items, though, that you can always find on my list:<\/p>\n Your list will look different, depending on your personal interests and collections. \u00a0But keeping a list handy helps me stay on track!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/127-Yard-Sale-1-768×1024.jpeg” title_text=”127 Yard Sale (1)” admin_label=”Front Porch IMG old house in Tennessee on the 127 sale” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip Three” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip Three” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n If you’re into thrifting and flea market hunting, you already know this. \u00a0It is important enough to be worth a reminder, though! \u00a0While ATMs can be find along the World’s Longest Yard Sale, it can be tricky for the vendors to make it there themselves. \u00a0They are especially grateful for the small bills<\/strong> on your $1, $5, and $10 bargains.<\/p>\n A good cross body bag<\/a><\/strong><\/span>\u00a0is extremely helpful, so if you don’t have one, this is a good investment to make before you go! \u00a0It is comfortable, keeps your cash close at hand, and is big enough to carry a good hand sanitizer<\/a><\/strong><\/span>\u00a0also. \u00a0I love that this one is so compact but also moisturizing.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/127-Yard-Sale-2.jpeg” title_text=”127 Yard Sale (2)” admin_label=”FLag IMG vintage find at the world’s longest yard sale” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip Four” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip Four” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n There are a few different ways to go about lodging for the World’s Longest Yard Sale.<\/p>\n The hard-core shoppers book their hotels up to a year in advance.<\/strong> \u00a0That can work, especially since the sale is always and no matter what going to be that first weekend of August. \u00a0Once you have shopped the sale a few times, figured out the route that you prefer, and have an idea of timing between places, you can feel more confident in booking so far in advance.<\/p>\n Another option that many people do is to book a hotel far in advance for one central location. \u00a0<\/strong>For example, if you plan to basically only shop the Tennessee sales, you could book a hotel in central Tennessee and plan to have some driving each day to get to different locations. \u00a0If you are going more for the browsing and overall experience, this is a great option.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_video src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/127-Yard-Sale-1.mov” admin_label=”antique Ice Cream Sign Video” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_video][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip Four” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n What we do is probably not what most hard-core shoppers would recommend. \u00a0That being said, it has worked for us for 4 years!<\/p>\n We don’t like to be locked into being at a certain place at a certain time<\/strong>. \u00a0This goes for any road trip<\/a><\/strong><\/span>\u00a0that we take! \u00a0Robb is a Priceline professional…literally so good…so in the mid-afternoon, he jumps on and books a hotel in a spot relatively close to where we hope to start the next morning along the sale route. \u00a0By booking as we go, we usually have to drive maybe a half hour or so off the main route.<\/strong> \u00a0Since the sales shut down mid-evening and pick back up again at 7:00-8:00 a.m., we still have plenty of time. \u00a0The restaurant options are also less crowded and generally speaking, it’s just less congested.<\/p>\n We have had a few stressful moments finding something and a couple of times, have paid more than we cared to. \u00a0But more often than not, we get a great deal at a nice stop with little hassle.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip Four” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n I think the key to making it not stressful is found in Tip #5.<\/strong> \u00a0It’s also just having a sense of how you road trip the best. \u00a0If you need things really planned out in order to relax, then definitely book far in advance. \u00a0If you’re comfortable going with the flow, then take a more laid-back approach.<\/p>\n At the end of the day, you’ll just want a comfy spot to shower and put your feet up. \u00a0Even though it’s not your own bed at home, I promise that you won’t have any trouble falling asleep!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip Five” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip Five” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n I won’t lie. \u00a0It can get stressful at times, no matter how experienced you are. \u00a0Traffic can bottleneck, parking can be tricky, hot and tired vendors and shoppers can get grumpy, there is always rain and mud, someone will walk away with the piece you were looking for…right as you walked up to it. \u00a0You’ll have to load and unload multiple times to get it to all fit.<\/p>\n We take our SUV and rent a U-Haul trailer. \u00a0Side note: Speaking of parking, we usually are pulling a trailer. \u00a0That is HARD! \u00a0This year, we were able to find a sprinter van to rent for a crazy good deal. \u00a0It is so much easier and I can’t recommend looking into that option enough.<\/strong> \u00a0Pulling a trailer over Signal Mountain is NO JOKE and we even got stranded there one time. \u00a0Yikes. \u00a0Remember, I said to pack patience?<\/p>\n Pack a good dose of patience!<\/strong> \u00a0It’s helpful to remember that there is more than enough “junk” for everyone<\/strong> and to really just go for the experience and fun!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/127-Yard-Sale-1-768×1024.jpg” title_text=”127 Yard Sale (1)” admin_label=”IMG vintage old sign in Tennessee at the Word’s Longest Yard Sale” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Last paragraph” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We look forward to the World’s Longest Yard Sale every year now. \u00a0We always have so much fun. \u00a0There is more to see and do than could ever get done in a few, short days.<\/strong> \u00a0You literally NEVER know what you’ll see next and the hunt is the best part of the experience!<\/p>\n If you’ve ever been to the World’s Longest Yard Sale, I’d love to hear about it in the comments! \u00a0And if you haven’t gone, put it on your calendar! \u00a0Load some friends up, hit the road, and give it a try! \u00a0You’ll be so glad you did!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/127-Yard-Sale-4-768×1024.jpeg” title_text=”127 Yard Sale (4)” admin_label=”Harp IMG old antique in Kentucky on the 127 sale” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Follow Me” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n I’d love for you to follow me on social media! \u00a0You can find my home decor inspiration on Instagram<\/strong><\/a>, Pinterest<\/a>,\u00a0<\/strong>and\u00a0Facebook<\/a>! \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Closing” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Blessings,<\/strong><\/p>\nSharing our top tips today for attending the 127 Sale!<\/em><\/h4>\n
What is the 127 World’s Longest Yard Sale?<\/em><\/h3>\n
Where does the 127 sale start in Alabama?<\/em><\/h3>\n
Where is the 127 sale in Tennessee?<\/em><\/h3>\n
Where does the 127 sale start in Kentucky?<\/em><\/h3>\n
Where does the World’s Longest Yard sale start and end?<\/em><\/h3>\n
5 Tips to Shop the 127 World’s Longest Yard sale<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Tip #1 for the World’s Longest Yard Sale:\u00a0How to Prepare for a Successful Yard Sale<\/em><\/h2>\n
Here’s Your Packing List:<\/em><\/h3>\n
What do I pack for the 127 Sale?<\/em><\/h4>\n
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What’s best for packing yard sale items?<\/em><\/h3>\n
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Tip #2 for the World’s Longest Yard Sale<\/h2>\n
Make a list.<\/em><\/h3>\n
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Tip #3 for the 127 Sale:<\/h2>\n
Cash is King!<\/em><\/h3>\n
Tip #4 for the World’s Longest Yard Sale<\/h2>\n
Lodging Tips…it’s trickier than you’d think!<\/em><\/h3>\n
Where do I stay on the 127 World’s Longest Yard Sale?<\/em><\/h4>\n
Our game plan for\u00a0lodging on the World’s Longest Yard Sale…<\/i><\/h4>\n
How can I make attending the 127 Sale less stressful?<\/em><\/h4>\n
Tip #5 for the World’s Longest Yard Sale<\/h2>\n
Pack a good dose of patience!<\/em><\/h3>\n
What size of vehicle is best for the 127 sale?<\/em><\/h4>\n
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