About a year ago a new children's consignment store opened up in our town. I'd never really had much to do with consignment before, but once I started, I'm a big fan.
I've successfully sold our Baby Bjorn carrier, kids' shoes, and clothing.
Today I got a call from them saying that they had a few t-shirts that hadn't sold so I needed to pick them up, plus I had a cheque for $34. That made my day!
I picked up a cute little Old Navy t-shirt for Fynn for $3.00 and got my cheque.
The trick with having your stuff sell is making sure it is clean, in good shape, no stains (at all), and "brand" names like Gap, Old Navy, Mexx, Roots, Gymboree, etc really help too. I have sold stuff that isn't necessarily brand name, too. Provided it is in good shape there is often someone who will need it. If it doesn't sell I take it to the Salvation Army or pass it along to someone who needs it.
You won't make a ton of money, but it is certainly better than nothing and it helps with paying for some of the little extras that come with having kids (like Sophie's endless string of birthday parties that she is asked to attend).
I've tried a local one here a few times and made a little money.
ReplyDeleteYou are so right about making sure the items are in good condition though.