Bags & Baby Carriers
Diaper bags, infant carriers, backpacks, and purses are great consignment items. Please inspect all items carefully to make sure items have not been recalled, stained, damaged or are missing pieces. We no longer accept breast pumps.
Package: Please zip-tie items to an adult-size hanger.
Price: Price 50% - 75% off retail. Items in great condition tend to sell very well.
Tag: Hole-punch JBF tag and attach it to item with ribbon or string. If item contains multiple pieces, be sure all pieces are included and list number of items on JBF tag description. (link to tagging video)
Bedding, Blankets & Textiles
Bedding sizes accepted are bassinet through twin only. Please be selective when selling bedding, blankets, receiving blankets, burp cloths, and towels. New and barely used items sell best. Check carefully for stains; shoppers get very disappointed if they find a stain in a bundled blanket once they get home.
WE CAN NOT SELL CRIB BUMPERS. You are welcome to remove the bumper and sell the rest of the set.
Package: Put bedding/crib/bedroom sets together in original packaging or in giant clear plastic bags. Arrange bedding sets inside bag so that shoppers can see all of the items as well as the design/pattern. Secure the bag by sealing it and then turning the seal over ahd securing it with tape so that items do not get separated. Bundle blankets, cloths, and towels with ribbon or string like a package (be sure multiple pieces cannot be separated). If selling one blacket place it on a adult plastic size hanger as we will hang these on a rolling rack for better ease of shopping.
Price: Price to sell! Shoppers are less likely to purchase these items used, so prices have to be low. Try to price 75% - 90% off retail.
Tag: If bedding is in a plastic bag, attach tag securely with packaging tape to the inside of the bag and tape the bag shut (bedding set prices vary widely and securing tags inside bags prevents tag switching). If bedding/blankets are bundled with string, attach tag directly to blanket and tuck it under the ribbon/string so that it does not easily get pulled off when shifting around during the sale. (link to tagging video)
Books, Games, DVDs, Arts & Crafts
Books, book sets, board games, puzzles, video games, video game systems, scrapbook, arts & crafts sets are great items for resale. Please only bring kids’, parenting, homeschooling, pregnancy and child rearing books. Games and puzzles must have all pieces. (No "adult" content please.) Check items to ensure they are in great condition. Please double check that all puzzle pieces are included when selling. Shoppers are very disappointed when they go to play a game or put a puzzle together and there are pieces missing.
Package: Use clear, self-seal bags or clear cling wrap (saran wrap) to hold multiple items together; Tie sets of books together with ribbon/string (be sure to tie the ribbon each way so the books are secure and don't slide out. Be sure that parts/games to video game systems (such as Vtech) cannot be separated or switched out at the sale. When selling games out of their original box please take a piece of cardboard and securely tape the game and tag to the cardboard. PUZZLES ~ please tape them secruly with painters tape.
Price: Prices can range from $.50 to $50.00 in this category, depending on the item. Price to sell especially for books & DVDs as there are always lots to choose from at the sale. If you have a high priced item please give it to the volunteer up front at drop off. We will place these items out on the sales floor after drop off.
Tag: When tagging books, please attach your tag to the book with clear tape or painters tape that can be removed without damaging the item. Tape tag to the outside cover of glossy books and to the inside cover of books that will easily tear when removing the tag. Please do not use masking or double sided tape. Hole-punch JBF tag and tie to sets. (link to tagging video)
Clothing
ALL clothing must be on PLASTIC hangers ONLY NO WIRE HANGERS (even though the video shows wire hangers)
REMEMBER 350 limit on clothing per consignor.
We sell children's clothing Newborn through size 20 (limit 20 boy's & girl's junior size items, Abercrombie, Hollister, Roxy, American Eagle, Nike, Volcom, Burton preferred but we will accept other brands as well.) as well as maternity sizes (limit 20 maternity clothing items per consignor).
Our Spring sale is spring & summer clothing only. Jeans and linen pants will be accepted NO long sleeve shirts.
Our Fall Sale is fall & winter clothing only... Be picky. Look at your clothing items as if you were going to purchase them. No stained or damaged items will be accepted. Any items that look like "mom's" clothes will be rejected at inspection.
Please freshly clean your clothing items. Replace missing buttons, sew loose hems and seams, and clip loose threads. Please button all buttons, snap all snaps, zip all zippers before you arrive at drop off. This will ensure that there are no defects in the clothing. The newer the item looks (and the better it smells), the better it will sell.
Package & Hang: ONLY Plastic Hangers accepted - Please hang clothes including onies so the hanger hook points to the left (like a question mark). Hang size 0-5 clothing on child-size hangers and sizes 6-20 and maternity clothing on adult-size hangers. Clothing that falls off the hanger onto the floor does not sell well. Old Navy and many outlet stores are great places to get free hangers (they throw away hangers daily!) and WalMart & Target sell child-size plastic tube hangers at a great price.
Clothing Sets - Sets tend to sell better (under size 6) so match things up if you can. All garments should be hung with the hanger hook pointing left (hanger should resemble a question mark when looking at the front of item). Safety pin or use a tagging gun to attach clothing sets securely with bottom garment hung on the backside of the shirt, so both pieces can be viewed without separating them.Always pair like sizes...24 months with 24 months and 2T with 2T. Shoppers do not like when you pair 2 different sizes even when the tag reflects this information.
Pants/Shorts - Pant-clip hangers are great but if you use a standard hanger, simply use your tagging gun to attach pants to the top part of the hanger so the garment will not slide.
Socks, tights, hats and infant mittens need to be in a clear zip-lock bag if you are grouping multiple items in one bag. If selling single items these will be hang on a grid wall at the end of the clothing racks. Please attach these to the gridwall at drop off. Please be sure to label your tag well so that customers know if the items are short-sleeve onesies or long-sleeve onesies.
Price: Hanging Clothing - We ask that you price all items to sell. There is NO $3.00 rule at the Milwaukee sale.
Tag: Clothing on Hangers - Attach tag with a tagging gun or safety pin to the top of the item. Insert the gun in a label or inside seam NOT through part of the clothing (to avoid making a hole or tear in the clothing). Also, pull on the tag to make sure it is properly secured and will not come off easily. Please make sure consignor tags are pulled out of the clothing so they are easily visible to the customers. If selling an outfit please securing safety pin all items together, be sure to do so in a seam so no holes are created.
Non-Hanging Clothing - Please use tagging gun or safety pins to attach tags to onesies, socks, tights, infant mittens, and accessories. Be sure to also attach multiple pieces together. Then put these items into clear zip-lock bags (if selling multi items together). If items are in a clear bag please seal the bag, turn the seal over and then tape the bag shut. (link to tagging video)
Furniture & Equipment
Exersaucers, swings, high chairs, changing tables, cribs (cribs Manufactured AFTER June 28, 2011; strollers, bath seats, baby walkers, car seats & car seat accessories must be checked for safety recalls, must have all parts, and be in good condition. Children's furniture - beds (toddler, twin), desks, side tables, dressers. For side tables and dressers these are only those that are for children's rooms. VINYL Mattresses ONLY!
Package: If item has multiple pieces use packaging tape, zip-ties, or string to keep items attached together. If wooden furniture has loose parts, use clear plastic wrap to secure item. All furniture and equipment must be assembled during the sale. Batteries must be included, if applicable. Please bring a Car Seat Checklist for all car seats, booster seats, and car seat base or infant carrier.
Price: Price 50% - 75% off retail. Items in great condition tend to sell very well.
Tag: Attach JBF tag directly to item with clear packaging tape or hole-punch JBF tag and tie it to item. If you feel clear tape will damage the item then please use painters tape. (link to tagging video)
Infant Items
NO stuffed animals unless they talk or move!!!
Nursing covers & pillows, monitors, safety items, diapering & toileting items, rattles, and more. Please check for safety recalls (link) on all items that you consign.
Package: If item has multiple pieces use packaging tape, tagging gun, safety pins or clear self-seal bags to keep items attached together and clearly visible to shoppers. Batteries must be included, if applicable.
Price: Price 50% - 75% off retail. Items in great condition tend to sell very well.
Tag: Attach JBF tag directly to item or clear self-seal bag with clear packaging tape or hole-punch JBF tag and tie it to item. If items are in a clear bag please seal the bag, turn the seal over and then tape the bag shut
Shoes
Make sure that shoes are clean, clean, clean! We will be VERY selective with shoes during Consignor Drop Off & Inspection as we will be accepting ALL Season shoes at both sales.
Package: Fasten shoes together with zip ties. For infant shoes or small shoes without laces, you may put the shoes in a clear zip-lock bag. NO shoe boxes.
Price: Shoes must be in good condition and should be priced to sell.
Tag: Punch a hole in the top of your tag and attach the tag to the shoes with the ribbon, string, or zip tie. For infant shoes in a clear zip-lock bag, put the tag inside the bag, seal the bag, turn the seal over and tape the bag shut with clear packing tape. (link to tagging video)
Toys
NO stuffed animals unless they talk or move!!
Ride-on toys, block sets, dolls, remote control cars, outdoor toys, learning toys, and more. All toys must be checked for safety recalls (link) before consigning. Clean all toys and baby equipment thoroughly. Please test to make sure that toys and equipment are working properly. Battery operated toys must include working batteries (these can be purchased inexpensively at local discount stores).
Package: Keeping tags and multiple items attached is essential for your items to sell. Bag all small parts belonging to toys/equipment in self-seal bags, seal, turn the seal over and tape the bag shut with clear packing tape. Fasten the bag securely to the item with ribbon, tape, or zip ties. Items must include ALL working parts.
Price: Price 50% - 90% off retail.
Tag: Attach JBF tag directly to item with clear packaging tape or hole-punch JBF tag and tie it to item. (link to tagging video)
TOP 10 SELLING ITEMS
These items ALWAYS sell well at JBF!
1. Strollers & Carseats
2. Pack-n-plays, Bassinets, Swings, Bouncy Seats
3. Cribs & Toddler Beds
4. Bicycles & Ride-On Toys
5. Outdoor/Indoor Play Structures
6. Toys & Sporting Goods
7. Books, DVDs, Games & Video Games
8. Clothing (baby, toddler, school age, teen & maternity)
9. Shoes
10. Infant Care Items
Discount Days
We encourage all consignors to participate in the Discount Days by clicking the donate box when you are creating your tags.
Consignors that do participate in the discount days usually sell 50% more items then those that do not.
Discount days are Friday evening 5PM-9PM AND Saturday 9AM-3PM (50% off days). As well as those that help with sort Saturday evening will get to shop that evening only items marked to participate in the half price sale and to be donated will be 75%.
If your item/s are not discounted they will still stay on the sales floor for shoppers to purchase.
Donating
We encourage all consignors to check the donate box while creating and printing their tags. This means all unsold items left at the end of the sale will be donated to charity. (see Giving Back page for more details on charity)
All items not picked up by 12:30pm on pick up day weather marked to donate or not they ALL will be donated. No exceptions!!
NEW to Consigning at JBF
Please read through the website. Page by Page, Section by Section.
1) Gather your items.
2) Check each item; please make sure they are clean, all pieces are included and that they are not recalled.
3) Enter your items using your JBF account.
4) Print and attach your tag to each of your items.
5) ALL clothing needs to be on plastic hangers before you arrive at drop. All items are sold WITH the hanger.
6) Sign up to help. Team Members helping a min. of 4 hours at the sale you earn 70% on your sold items.
7) Please read through the drop off section above.
8) Please read through the pick up section above.
After you read through the website if you should have any questions please e-mail us at melindaherbert@jbfsale.com
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