Ep 13. An All-American Flip
- TVG
- October 28, 2018
- 21 min
In season 13, episode 13 of Flea Market Flip, titled "An All-American Flip," viewers will be taken on a thrilling journey through the world of flipping as they watch two teams compete to transform flea market finds into profitable pieces.
The episode begins with the introduction of the two teams, each consisting of two skilled flippers. They are given a budget of $500, one day to shop for items at a local flea market and another day to transform their finds into high-value pieces. The teams are Judson and Kari, and Baratunde and Angela.
As soon as the teams enter the flea market, they immediately hit the ground running, scouring every inch of the market for the best bargains. Judson and Kari are looking for items that showcase all-American pride and patriotism, while Baratunde and Angela are focused on finding pieces that have the potential to be modernized and transformed.
Judson and Kari come across a rusted-out metal American flag and a collection of antique license plates. They also find a vintage wooden Coca-Cola crate and an old-fashioned popcorn machine. Baratunde and Angela initially struggle to find items that fit their vision, but eventually stumble upon a classic wooden dresser and an outdated record player.
With their finds in tow, both teams head back to their respective workshops to get to work. Judson and Kari immediately get started on cleaning up and restoring the American flag, sanding it down and repainting it to give it new life. They use the vintage license plates to create a unique and eye-catching coffee table, and turn the Coca-Cola crate into a stunning shelving unit. As for the popcorn machine, they use some woodworking skills to turn it into a unique and functional side table.
Meanwhile, Baratunde and Angela tackle the wooden dresser, giving it a fresh coat of paint and new hardware to bring it into the modern era. They also refurbish the record player, turning it into a stylish and functional stereo stand. They use some of their other finds to add unique touches, including an old bicycle wheel that they turn into a vintage clock.
As the teams work feverishly to complete their projects, tensions begin to rise as the deadline approaches. But in the end, both teams are able to transform their flea market finds into beautiful and valuable pieces that showcase their unique styles and skills.
The episode ends with the teams presenting their finished products to the judges, who are impressed with the quality and creativity of both pieces. In the end, a winner is crowned, but both teams leave the competition feeling accomplished and proud of the work they were able to achieve with just $500 and a lot of hard work.
Overall, "An All-American Flip" is an exciting and entertaining episode of Flea Market Flip that showcases the art of flipping and the creativity and expertise of these skilled competitors. Viewers will be inspired by the ingenuity and ingenuity of the teams, and will come away with a renewed appreciation for the treasure-hunting world of flea markets.