The "best" approach depends on your objective. Maximum dollars vs. getting what you can and moving on to other projects. Custom built items can be tough to sell, as everyone has a different opinion regarding levels of craftsmanship, and they can be difficult to pack and ship.
For the store-bought items, posting them on the forum is probably the best option - properly priced items will sell. For the custom-built items, I agree with the previous suggestion of getting a table at the DuPage meet - the buyer can tell exactly what they are getting.
IMO, eBay has become too much of a hassle for selling, between the fees, scammers, and a buyer's ability to contest almost anything.