Consigning at Little Closets
How does it work?
We accept drop-off consignment anytime during our store hours (Monday through Saturday, 10-6pm; Sunday, 12-6pm; closed Tuesdays) – no appointment is necessary. First-time consignors will receive a copy of a contract outlining our store policies (also available for download through our website: http://littleclosets.wordpress.com).
After dropping off their items, consignors should receive an email about one week* later detailing which items were accepted for consignment, and which items (if any) could not be taken. Any items not accepted will be kept at the store for 2 weeks, at which time they will be donated to the local charity, Hour Children (www.hourchildren.org). * The one-week processing period is an estimate. We would appreciate your flexibility on this.
All consigned items are kept in the store for 3 months (item display may vary at the owner’s discretion), at which point they will undergo final markdowns. We will contact the consignor at this time to alert them that their consignment period is ending. Consignors who wish to may opt to pick up their items before the final markdown occurs. After the consignment period ends, any unsold items will be held at the store for 1 week. Any items not picked up by this time become the property of Little Closets.
Pricing:
All items are priced by Little Closets during the initial processing period. We usually list items at around 50% of the retail price, depending on the type of item, availability, quality, etc.
Consignors who wish to view a price list for their current items may request this by emailing littleclosets@yahoo.com.
All items are subject to price change without notice at the discretion of Little Closets.
How do you get paid?
For each item that sells, consignors will receive 40% of the current price in the form of store credit. Consignors who do not wish to receive store credit may opt for a check instead, at a rate of 30% of the selling price.
Store credit accumulates in each consignor’s account automatically and may be redeemed in the store at any time. Consignors wishing to receive a check for their sold items must request this in writing after the 15th of the month. Please allow at least two days for us to prepare your check. (Both store credit and checks are valid for one year from the date issued.)
Consignors may check in with us at any time for an update on the status of their account.
Can I donate items?
Items may be brought by for donation at any time. Any items that we cannot use in the store will be donated to Hour Children. Donated items must adhere to the guidelines for acceptable items listed below.
What can you sell?
We take almost all types of seasonally-appropriate items, ranging from newborns to children’s size 10. We also accept maternity clothing.
- Clothing (gently used or new with tags)
- Shoes (gently used or new with tags/box)
- Seasonal Costumes/ Dress Up Clothing
- Toys
- Indoor/Outdoor ride-ons
- Baby Gear (high chairs, swings, strollers, bouncy chairs, exersaucers, activity tables, monitors, diaper bags, baby slings, etc.)
- Linens (crib, toddler and children)
- Furniture (rocking chairs, changing tables, cribs, etc.)
- Books, DVDs, CDs
- Bath seats or tubs
- Stuffed animals (will only accept if NEW with tags attached)
Items we cannot accept
- Clothing that is stained, faded or that has holes or rips
- Toys that are broken or missing significant parts
- Potty seats
- Breast Pumps
Before dropping off, all sellers are required to check the U.S. Consumer Safety website to make sure none of their items are unsafe or have been recalled. www.cpsc.gov
Preparation
- All clothing must be washed
- Shoes – Tie them together or place in a Ziploc bag with size marked
- All toys must be wiped clean and in good condition. They sell better in original packaging and when instructions/manuals are included
- All toys requiring batteries MUST have fresh batteries and must be in working order (we will check all items)
