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Items you will need:
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White 3x5 Cards (No Torn/Cut Pieces of
Paper)
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Plenty of
1" or larger safety pins
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Blue or black ink pens (No Gel Pens)
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Red Marker
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Clear Packing tape
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Zip-loc Bags (Storage & Gallon Size)
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Wire Hangers (Not Plastic)
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Rubber Tub/Laundry Basket (For
Transporting Items)
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Use only 3x5 cards following diagram below. Do not use torn
paper or cards where information has been crossed out,
whited out, written over or changed in any way. This is for
your protection and will eliminate any confusion for
shoppers. Use 1"
or larger
safety pins to attach garments to hangers and tags to
garments. No straight pins!!
They can get caught on other clothing and damage it as well
as get stuck in a shopper's hand. Price in
$1.00
increments on higher priced items and
.50
cent increments on lesser priced items. We reserve the right
to re-price an item if it does not fall within these
guidelines.
A good pricing guide is 1/4 to 1/3 of its original price
taking into consideration the condition of the item.
Items you do not
wish to be sold at 1/2 price on Saturday,
must have a
red dot
in the lower right corner of the tag. We assume no
responsibility for any other color or wording.
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Children's sizes should be numeric only (no S-M-L).
If you're unsure of the numeric size, please compare
to other clothing you have. Be sure to separate 4
from 4T, 6 from 6X, etc...
Infant clothing
with a size range like 12-18 months should be
grouped with the smallest size in that range.
Maternity items should be labeled by letter only
(XS-S-M-L-XL). Please give a detailed description so
that in the event the tag is separated from the item
we can match it up quickly (eg. "Red Osh-Kosh Fleece
Sweatshirt" vs. "Sweatshirt".
Lastly, write only
on the blank side of the 3x5 card in either blue or
black ink and write legibly to insure you get credit
for the item. If you make a mistake, do not cross it
out...simply use a new card. This will prevent
confusion and deter theft. |
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Hanging & Bagging Items
CLOTHING:
All clothing must
be on wire hangers with the hook facing left (like a
?). If the size is under 24 months then only plastic
store hangers, not the round tubular kind, may be
used. Secure clothing to wire hangers as shown. |
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Jeans, shorts, pants and skirts
should be hung with safety pins on the top section
to the left and right of the hook. Clothing sets
need to have the shirt/top placed on the hanger
first, then the skirt/pants pinned behind the
shirt/top (not hidden under) Make sure the safety
pins attach to the hanger and not just hang from the
shirt. This will prevent your clothing from getting
damaged. Safety pin any matching accessories to the
top hook. Make sure to
snap snaps, button buttons and zip zippers. The
nicer your items look, the more likely they are to
sell.
The reason we ask you to use
wire instead of plastic tubular hangers is that they
take up less space on the racks allowing us to
display a larger selection and because safety pins
will not attach to the plastic ones. They are also
more flexible and will not break. Plus you can
usually get them FREE from your local dry cleaner.
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SHOES: Please do
not bring shoes in boxes. Shoes can be easily
secured together by tying the laces together in a
bow, using large safety pins or zip ties. Items that
cannot be secured in this manner may be placed in a
large zip-loc bag with the tag placed inside with
it. Please make sure all shoes are clean and that
tennis shoes have been freshly laundered. Remember
to only bring 5 pair max per consignor. As an added
precaution if you'd like, you can use masking tape
and just write your consignor number and price on it
and place a strip on the sole of each shoe in case
the tag gets separated. |
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TOYS WITH
ADDITIONAL PARTS: This is where the zip-loc bags
come in handy. Place any parts that are not securely
attached to the toy in side the bag and tape it shut with
packing tape. Then secure the bag to the toy with packing
tape. Secure the 3x5 consignor tag to all toys with packing
tape. Keep in mind that although children attending the sale
are not permitted to open or play with toys, their still
will be the temptation to do so. We are not responsible for
lost or damaged toys so secure them as well as possible.
Grab Bag Toys - These can make great stocking stuffers!
Grouping 5 or 6 Matchbox cars or several Barbie outfits
together are a great way of clearing out all the small toys
around the house. These should be priced based on a need to
get rid of them rather than on trying to make a profit. Many
parents will grab a bag or two and use as a bribing tool to
get their child to leave the masses of toys alone.
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SMALL ITEMS:
For items such as socks, bibs, bottles or anything else that
cannot be placed on a hanger, zip-loc bags need to be used.
Place the 3x5 consignor tag inside the bag with the
information facing outward and unobstructed and secure the
opening with packing tape.
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LARGE ITEMS:
This would include things like bikes, outdoor toys, baby
equipment, etc... Secure 3x5 consignor tags with
packing tape. Items that have fabric like strollers or car
seats can have the 3x5 card pinned on where it can be easily
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BEDDING:
The original bedding bag is the best way to display it. If
you don't have it then you can use another clear bag and pin
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BOOKS/GAMES/PUZZLES/VIDEOS: These items can easily
be damaged using pins or tape so here are a few tips for the
best way to display them.
- Books - Place
inside a zip-loc along with 3x5 card facing forward and
secure with packing tape. They sell well when grouped
together so 3-4 Disney Princess books is a great idea. If
you need to group several books together and they won't fit
into a zip-loc, then you can use saran wrap or other clear
cling-type wrapping material. Make sure to secure 3x5 card
to the outside of the wrap. For books with covers that will
not be easily ripped by tape, attach the card with packing
tape on the back cover along the top and bottom of the card.
- Games/Puzzles - Boxed games and puzzles
need to be sealed shut on all 4 sides with a small piece of
tape. Make sure all parts/pieces are included. You can then
tape the 3x5 card on the bottom of the box.
- DVD/VHS/CD - These items also need to be
sealed shut with tape. Please make sure that the case
matched the media. Place your 3x5 card on the back with
packing tape.
- Video Games/Systems - These items will be
kept on display near the checkout table. If you don't have
the original box then systems are best displayed by placing
in an open top box with all accessories showing and then
wrapped in saran or other clear plastic wrap. Again, 3x5
cards are secured to the top with packing tape. Video games
need to be placed inside a zip-loc bag with 3x5 card inside
and facing forward. Secure the opening with packing tape.
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