Consignor Information

The Seams New Kids Sale Consignor Packet Information

1.    HOW TO PROPERLY TAG YOUR ITEMS

We are working on getting a barcoded tagging system in place, but until we announce it, you can continue to work on the handwritten tags.  The system that we use will be able to accept both computerized tags and handwritten tags (so previously consigned items will still be accepted). 

Hand Written Tags:  Place a hole in the top-center of your price card.  You may use a 3x5 white index card, blank business cards, or cut a 3x5 index card in half for your price cards.  Each card needs to include the following: price, account #, description, and numerical size.  Try to avoid using S, M, & L, except for junior clothing.  If the tag reads a letter rather than a size, try to guess its equivalent numerical size.  (i.e. Small is usually 4/5).  If your item states 2T on the tag, but fits small, then mark on the card under description item fits like an 18M.  This way it will be placed with the best appropriate size.    

√      All price cards must be written in ink or computer generated.

√     Choose blue or black ink for items that can be reduced in price. Our 50% off day will be Sunday, March 10th.  There will be no 25% off day due to the shortened length in the sale.

√     Choose red ink for items that you wish to remain full price on Sunday March 10th..  These items in red will NOT be reduced at all. 

√     All prices should be on the dollar or half dollar (i.e. $3.00 or $3.50) and written in both corners of the card.  Do not mark anything below $0.50.  (Please note that we have lowered the minimum)  If you would like to group similar items, feel free to do so.

√     Pricing your clothes- Start with what you would pay for the item at a retail store, then take 1/3 - 1/4 of the original price.  If the item is in good condition or a name brand you can ask a little more.  We also have a pricing guidelines link on the top of this page.   

√     Description- The more details you include, the better it will sell.  Include the brand name and brief description of the item.  Please mark in the description “2-piece” for two-piece outfits or 2 shirts.  This helps us match loose clothing with tags.  Place the outfit on 2 separate hangers, then rubber band the hangers together. We have proven time and time again that clothes sell better when hung...so please try to stay away from putting clothing items (other than socks, tights, hair accessories, etc) into baggies.   

√     Attach each price card by using a safety pin or tagging gun, do not use straight pins.  Attach the index card onto the garment through the hole at the top of each price card, as shown above.   Tagging guns are quick and easy to use and can be inexpensively purchased on ebay if you are interested.

√     We do not accept the following items: Used underwear, stuffed animals unless battery operated, stained or damaged clothing, and recalled items.    We will not be selling Maternity clothing this sale either.   

√     Note: Please recheck all price cards for accuracy to ensure proper credit.  We are not held responsible for improperly prepared items.

2.   ITEM PREPARATION

We are NOT limiting items to the season.  The sale is so early, that we believe both fall/winter and spring/summer items will sell.    

We are limiting items to 250 clothing items/consignor.  If you want to enter more than 250 clothing items, we ask that you please come to help us with initial setup (Wed. 7 or 8 am) or breakdown.  Sorry, there will be no re-stocking this sale.  

√     Select your very best.  Only tag those items that are new or in gently used condition.  We will not sell anything that looks extremely worn, stained or damaged.  Clothing needs to be freshly cleaned, as wrinkle free as possible, and pleasant smelling.  The better your clothes look and smell, the better they will sell.  We do inspect the items before they are put out on the floor, so please try to check your items closely.                                               

√     Please have all hangers facing the same direction, with the open end facing left like a question mark (as shown above).  If you are in need of hangers, please contact us and we can get some to you.

√     Price cards need to be safety pinned to the item's left shoulder area.  This will be on your right when you are looking at the item.  

√     Masking tape can be used to attach tags to items when safety pins are not an option (i.e. books, toys, shoes, etc).

√     Zip lock bags can be used to secure small or multiple items.  Place the price tag on the inside of the zip lock bag and zip lock it shut.  Tape over the seal is always a good idea too to keep little hands out.             

√     Shoes need to be tied together with the laces or placed in a zip lock bag.  The price card can be taped securely to the bottom of the shoe, safety pinned through the laces, or placed inside the zip lock bag.  Unfortunately, due to our space restrictions, we are going to have to limit everyone to 10 pair of shoes.

√     If you are consigning pants that are larger than a size 8, please fold them over the hanger to prevent them from dragging on the ground.

√      Please be sure DVDs, CD’s, computer games, are in their correct cases and that all games and puzzles include all of their pieces. It is very frustrating for people to waste their money on games with missing pieces. 

√     All consigned items must be clean and work properly. 

√     Items will sell better if you remember to: snap all snaps, button all buttons, zip up zippers and tie bows. 

√     Matching accessories should be secured to the outfit with safety pins (i.e. hats, ties, bows, bibs, etc).

√     We will be inspecting all items at drop-off, and we reserve the right to reject any item due to being out-of-date, unclean, stained or ripped. The unaccepted items will be returned to the consignor at time of drop off.  If the consignor chooses not to stay for drop off, the rejected items will be donated to charity.  Please allow this added time to your drop off appointment.  **Please do not be embarassed or discouraged if you have items that are rejected, the lights at the sale often show more than our house lights reveal.

3.   SELLER CHECK-IN

  √     Drop offs by appointment -  Wednesday, March 6 (all day) and Thursday March 7 (am only)

√      Clothing should be sorted by gender, then size, before check in.  This really will  help the inspection process to move more smoothly.  Please no browsing during drop-offs. 

√      We do not keep an inventory list of your items.  You are welcome to do this on your own.   

4.   PAYMENT

  We will do our very best to make sure that you get your check at pickup.  If for some reason that is not possible, we will make other arrangements.  If you owe the consignor fee of $8, that amount will be deducted from your total earnings check.    

5.   PICK UP

  We will schedule a pick up  time on Monday, March 11th for you at drop off.  At this time, consignors will pick up their checks and any unsold items.   Unless prior arrangements have been made, items not picked up by then will become property of The Seams New Kids Sale and donated to the charity of our choice.  If you are unable to pick up on this date, please notify us if someone else will be picking up your items in your place.  

Thank you for acting in accordance with these strict guidelines.  Strict guidelines are what make this sale successful. Our objective is to provide customers with the highest quality used children’s items at a fraction of the cost.  We try to present all shoppers with a well-organized sale, for a pleasant shopping experience.  We hope you enjoy and benefit from your experience with us.  We ask that if you like our sale, please spread the word to anyone that might be interested in participating in our sale.  We look forward to meeting all of you soon. 

       ---Marcy Khilji & Julie Szep