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How to Prepare Your Items

 

• Hang ALL CLOTHING ITEMS, including pajamas, on hangers, with the hook pointing to the left.

  • We prefer and recommend PLAIN WIRE HANGERS (especially in NB-3T sizes because of the racks we use), but you needn't go out and buy them. Any sturdy hanger will do!

  • Pants should be hung on hangers using large safety pins towards the middle of the waist to prevent slipping.

  • Outfits should be arranged as shown, with the top in front and pants hung on the back. Attach matching bows, socks, etc, with safety pins or cable ties.
     

• Attach one consignor tag (CARDSTOCK) to each item or outfit, placing the tag to the upper right as shown. 

  • You can use LARGE safety pins, zip/cable ties, or a tagging gun, which keep tags attached much more securely.
     

• For onesies, socks, and other small items, place same-size items in Ziploc bags and attach your consignor tag using clear packing tape.

  • Be sure to tape Ziploc bags closed securely using clear packing tape. This will help to prevent loss or theft of your items.
     

• Please bag ONLY onesies, socks, tights, newborn caps, and bibs. Any other clothing items MUST BE ON HANGERS.

  • Accessories (hats, gloves, belts, etc.) should be individually tagged or zip-tied in lots so shoppers can inspect them.
     

• For strollers, cribs, high chairs, car seats, and other large items, tags may be attached using cable ties or clear packing tape.

  • (HINT: you may want to utilize TWO tags, one taped down and one left loose to be torn off when the item is bought.)
     

• Please attach the tag to secure puzzles and toys with multiple pieces using cellophane wrap or Ziploc bags. 

  • Good hint: TAPE top of the bag so pieces do not get lost or played with during the sale.

 

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How Items Should Be Displayed

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Need help trying to figure out how to sell your items? Here is a helpful chart:

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How To Price Your Items
 

• A good rule of thumb for clothing is to price your item at about 25% - 50% of the item sold for when bought.

  • So, an item retailed at $25.00 but sold at clearance for $10.00. You should price the item between $2.00 and $5.00.

  • Consider the condition of your item. If it's in like new condition or still has the tags on, you can price it higher than if it's more "lived in."

        

• Outfits are worth more than separate pieces of clothing. 

  • A shirt might sell for only $2.00, and a pair of pants might sell for only $3.00. But the outfit, together, could sell for more than $5.00. Add a matching bow and socks, and the value increases even more!

        

• For toys and equipment, consider the original price, the condition, and the availability of the item.
  Be sure to check the recall list at the Consumer Product Safety Commission website to ensure that your items have not been recalled. 

  • We can not accept recalled items.

         

• Remember that some shoppers rely on the consignment sale to clothe their families and give their children toys. Wouldn't you rather sell your stuff, even at 50% off, than take it back home
   

• For more tips, please visit the Consignment Mommies website. 

 

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