Kids grow. Â And quickly! Â Often times it seems that you no sooner purchase something and they’ve outgrown it. Â One way to save money on your kid’s clothes is to shop consignment sales. Â These sales can be large and overwhelming, so here are a few tips to help you navigate the rows and racks of items.
Make a list of what you need. Â Before you ever shop, take inventory of your kid’s clothing and shoes (as well as sizes) so you know what you will need to buy. Â Don’t allow yourself to become tempted by other items which are not on your list.
Get there early. Â These sales can draw thousands of people. Â That means the best items will go quickly. Â Try to arrive early and be ready to shop so you can find the best deals.
Bring along a basket (or even a stroller). Â Rather than juggle items in your hands, bring along something into which you can place your items. Â If you have a laundry basket or other bin, that can work. Â You can also just grab the stroller from the back of your vehicle and you’ll have an instant shopping cart!
Allow time to shop. Â If you really want to find the best deals, you will need to time to look through the racks. Â If you don’t have a couple of hours to visit the sale, try to go at a time when you will. Â It can take a while to go through the racks and find the items you need at the best prices.
Save by selling your items. Â When you are a seller at a consignment sale, you can sometimes get early access to the sale before the general public is allowed to shop. Â This is a not only a great way to find the bargains, but you can make a little off your items too. Â Just search for the sale you plan on attending and look into what it takes to be a seller.
Be patient. Â The lines will be long. Â There will be a lot of people in the aisles. Â This will require extra patience and understanding.
The fall is a very common time of the year for consignment sales. Â You can find them in several parts of the country. Â You can do some online searches to find a sale close to where you live.
What tips do you have for shopping consignment sales?