Tips for Selling at Consignment Sales

Every Autumn and Spring, there are several consignment sales in my area. They only last for a week or so, but it’s a good time to stockup on clothing. It’s also a great time to make a little extra cash! Here are some tips for getting items ready for a consignment sale.

Most consignment sales are for in season items. I store my off season items in a plastic tote until the appropriate season sale comes along.
Sell only your best items. I can’t tell you how many times I have seen clothing with holes or stains hanging up in a consignment sale. Make sure the items you are saving to consign are in good condition.
Coming up with a price can be difficult. Price items to sell! Yes, I know you might be emotionally attached to the item and want top dollar. However, it is better to make a little money than none at all. Consider the original price and then price your item about a third of that price if it is in really good condition.
Have large safety pins and wire hangers on hand. The Dollar Tree sells a 100 pack of safety pins. Ask friends and family for hangers. If all else fails, go to the dry cleaner for hangers! I start saving hangers way in advance.
Sort the items by size and gender. Most consignments will want everything divided up and it is easier to do it ahead of time.
Get the family involved! I had hubby cutting tags and pinning them on the appropriate items.

Since we live in the country, yard sales would be difficult. Consignment sales are a good way to earn a little extra for our used items. It does require organization and a little work though!

Do you consign your children’s clothing? How about toys?

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Renae Chiovaro

Renae is a married working mom of two handsome boys. She works as a registered dental hygienist by day and blogs here at How to Have it All by night. She enjoys cooking from scratch, working in her vegetable garden and functional training.