FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

Questions About Selling...

What does the term “consignment” mean?

Consignment means that we are selling your item in exchange for a percentage of the money you receive for selling the item. Our sale is a better alternative than getting ready for a garage sale, selling it on eBay or even using a traditional consignment store to sell your “gently used” children’s items.

Why should I sell with Kidstuff Konsignments?

We're professional and organized. Best of all you don't have to be present to sell your items. You just clean it, tag it and drop it off. You'll earn more than what most resale shops offer you.

Wouldn't I make more money holding my own yard sale or selling on ebay?

The biggest benefit of our consignment sale is that we bring many shoppers into one marketplace by direct mail advertising, email blasts, Craigslist.org., online community calendars, and advertising in publications like the Pennysaver, Rome Sentinel, etc. Other benefits include: you don't have to haggle over price, you get to remain anonymous, you don't have to invite strangers to your home to view your items and you don't have to advertise or contact buyers. After the consignment sale, you can pick up your items or you can donate them to one our charities, so the clutter won't come back to your house.

How do I become a seller?

Register to become a consignor on this site.

How much money will I receive for my items?

You determine the selling price for all your items. Consigners will receive 65% of their item’s selling price. Before checks are written, the $10 registration fee will be deducted from the consigner’s total sales. VIPs (Very Important Parents) will receive 70% of their item’s selling price, and will have the $10 registration fee waived.

What items are accepted?

We accept gently worn clothing ranging from preemie thru Girls size 16 and Boys size 20, maternity clothing, baby gear, indoor and outdoor toys, furniture, sports equipment, books, DVDs and videos, Cds, games, Halloween costumes and much more.

Are there items that you don't accept?

We are not accepting stuffed animals for the sale. However, we will accept them for donations. Please make sure they are clean before donating them. We will not accept clothing items with stains, tears, holes or broken zippers. We will also not accept toys, furniture or equipment with missing or defective pieces. If items such as these are discovered after the sale begins, they will be removed from the selling floor. We also do not accept car seats unless they are part of a travel system, mattresses sold separately from a crib or bed, breast pumps, worn tennis shoes and flip flops.

How do I price my items?

Price your items to sell. We recommend you price your items at 30%-40% of the retail value depending on the brand and the condition of the item. Baby equipment, furniture and larege indoor/outdoor toys usually sell first and are in high demand. We will have an abundance of 0-6 months clothing sizes, so they muct be priced competitively in order to sell. Please see our pricing guidelines under the "Consignors" heading on our Home page.

What is Discount Day?

Discount Day is the last sale day of the event. We do this to increase sales of the remaining items on the last day of the sale. However, we give you, the consignor, the option to Discount or Not Discount your items-it is simply up to you. We suggest that "Do Not Discount" be used sparingly. The only time this should be used is when the item is priced competitively in which case it would be sold at full price earlier in the sale. Most of consignors would rather take less of a profit than none at all. Our most successful sellers will always price on Discount Day because they do not want to bring home unsold items.

When do I drop off the items I want to sell during the sale?

Consignors drop-off their items to sell during the "drop off" times. These are on the Wednesday & Thursday just prior ot the sale. Please refer to the actual sale schedule found on the "Sale Calendar" page for actual drop-off times for the upcoming sale. Please allow enough time in your schedule at drop-off to have your items checked in and to place all items, except clothing, in their appropriate locations on the sales floor.

How much time should I allow for dropping off my items?

A typical drop-off does not take longer than 30-45 minutes, but the time varies according to how many people have come to drop-off at the same time, as well as how many items you are bringing. Lunch time and evenings are busier, and especially the last 3 hours of the final drop-off day. Please remember that we ask that you come to drop-off your items with enough time to help place all items, except clothing, on the sales floor after they have been screened. You can speed up your drop-off by having your items hung and tagged correctly, as well as having them in order by gender and size.

Can someone else drop-off my items for me?

Yes. Anyone can drop-off your items. Please make sure they have the Consignor Check-In Form and a signed Consignor Agreement, signed by you, with them. If they do not have both of these forms with them they will not be able to leave your items. They will be responsible for helping place your items (except clothing) on the sales floor, as well as returning any items to you that Kidstuff Konsignments chose not to accept.

Will you take all my items?

We will be screening items very closely in order to maintain the quality of the items placed in the sale. Please don't be offended if we ask you to take back some of your items. It is easy to miss a spot or a small tear or hole when you are getting your items ready for the sale. We want to be known for having the best quality merchandise. Many of our consignors will be our biggest shoppers and we want you to have confidence that you are buying the best. We also check to make sure items brought to the sale are for the appropriate season.

Is there a limit of how many items I can sell at the sale?

Consignors can only submit 100 clothing items to the sale. There are no limits for toys, books, games, furniture, etc.

What does the $10 Consignment Fee cover?

The fee goes toward the leasing of the sale location, advertising, equipment rental, etc.

When is the cut off date for Registration for the Spring/Summer 2010 Sale?

We will accept consignors through Sunday, August 22nd, 2010.

Can I pick-up my unsold items after the sale?

Consignors have the option of picking up their unsold items after the sale. You can also choose to donate your left over items to a local charity ( our suggestion and preference) by using a white index card for your item's tag. Unsold item pick-up is the Monday following the sale. Please refer to our "Sale Calendar" page for the specific date and time. Any items remaining after this time will be donated.      

NOTE: If you are picking up your items you will also need to provide 1 container (60 gallons or larger) with your consignor number on it.

How soon will I get my check after the sale?

All checks will be mailed approximately 2 weeks after the Pick-Up Day.

Will I get my hangers back?

We will not remove the hangers from the clothes at check-out, so unfortunately we will not be able to return your hangers to you. Consider the hangers as part of the cost of doing business.

Do I get the tags from my sold items back after the sale?

We are not able to provide you with the cards from your items after the sale has been completed for several reasons. The first being we are trying to keep the administrative fee for the sale to a minimum and with postage costs rising we are not able to mail them back to consignors. And since we work off of other's people's inventory, for business purposes we keep the cards to prove what was sold at the sale. New for 2010, we will provide a tax receipt for those consignors who choose to donate their unsold items after the sale.

Questions About Shopping...

Why should I shop at Kidstuff Konsignments?

You'll save a lot of money and there are a ton of items under one roof. No need to go from yard sale to yard sale, haggling, rummaging through boxes. You'll  find everything categorized and nicely displayed for easy shopping. We aim to present you an organized shopping environment with quality items and customer service.

When do the sales take place?

We will be having sales twice a year. One Spring/Summer sale that will take place in April/May and one Fall/Winter sale that will take place in September/October.

What are the dates the sale is open to the public?

The sale will be open to the public on Friday, May 7th, from 12:00PM-7:00PM,  Saturday, May 8th, from 9:00AM-5:00PM and on Sunday, May 9th, from 10:00AM-4:00PM.

Is there an admission fee to get into the sale?

There is not an admission charge to get into the sale or for parking.

How do I attend the Preview Party?

If you have registered to be a consignor in the sale, you will be issued a Preview Party wristband that will allow you to shop during the preview event. The wristband will be issued to you when you come to drop-off your items. Only one wristband will be given per consignor number checked in. You must wear your wristband when you come to the Preview Party.

How can I shop during the “Preview Party”?

Consigners and volunteers shop first. You do not need to be a consigner to volunteer. We also invite new parents/grandparents to shop early during the “Preview Party” on the Thursday evening before the sale opens to the general public.

How much earlier do volunteers get to enter the sale?

All volunteers are granted entrance into the “Preview Party”, the night before the sale opens to the general public. 8 hour volunteers shop first, followed by 4 hour volunteers one hour later. Consigners and new parents/grandparents are granted entrance to the sale 1-1/2  hours after our 8 hour volunteers.

Should I bring my kids to the sale?

Of course the kids are welcome at the sale! Please be advised that you will be able to shop more freely if you do not have your children with you while you are shopping, But, if you decide to bring the kids with you, keep them close at all times.

Are kids allowed at the Preview Party?

Because of the large crowd we expect, children will not be allowed on preview night.

How can I pay for the items I am buying?

During the Spring/Summer sale we will be accepting only cash and checks as payment. Hopefully, during the next sale, we will be accepting credit/debit cards as payment as well. Please keep in mind the return check fee is $30. All sales are final.

Questions About Volunteering...

Can anyone sign up to be a volunteer and attend the Preview Party?

Yes, anyone can sign up to volunteer.

Can I volunteer for more than one shift?

Yes. Many people volunteer for more than one shift in order to receive multiple wristbands for the Preview Party.

How long are the shifts?

We have both 4-hour and 8-hour shifts available. Please see our "Volunteer Page" for details and other volunteer opportunities.

Can I bring my kids while I am volunteering?

Please arrange for childcare during your volunteer shift(s). Consider watching your friends/family member’s kids during their shift and then they can watch your kids while you are working at the sale.

Can my husband/spouse work instead of me?

We are looking for some “Super Men” for set-up, Wednesday evening before the sale and tear-down, Monday evening, after the sale. See our volunteer page for more details.

What do I do if I have a question that is not answered here?

You can contact me at tracie@kidstuffkonsignments.com or you can call me at 803-413-9772.