What We Accept/Don't Accept
Fall/Winter 2019 Sale:
Acceptable Items:
• ALL KID/BABY BEDDING
• Dress Up/Dance Wear
• Snow Gear/Snow Boots
• Gloves/Scarves/Mittens
• Short Sleeve Shirts/Long Sleeves/Turtlenecks
• Corduroy/Lined Pants/Jeans/Overalls/Long Pants
• Special Occasion Dresses/Suits
• Dress Shirts (short or long sleeve)
• Dress Shoes/Tennis Shoes/Hiking Boots/Rain Boots
• Crocs/Slippers/Warm Socks
• Skirts/Capri Pants/Sweats
• Rain Coats/Windbreakers/Hoodies/Sweatshirts
• Toys
• Baby Equipment
• Kid Books
• Games, Movies, DVD's
• Kids Room Decor/Easter-Summer Holiday Decor
• Outdoor Sporting Equipment/Play Structures
• ANYTHING that has to do with raising a newborn to a tween!
Non-Acceptable Items:
• Drop-Side Cribs
• Crib Mattresses/Changing Table Mattresses
• Recalled Items
• Tank Tops, Halter Tops, Crop Sleeve Tops
• Pool Toys/Blow Up Pool Gear
• Swim Suits/Trunks
• SunDresses/Summer Dresses
• Open Toe Sandals/Flip Flops/Water Shoes
• Home Décor, House Furniture
• VHS tapes or Cassette Tapes
• Stained, Torn, or Broken Items
Clothing
We sell children's clothing Newborn through size 20 as well as all maternity sizes. Our All Season Sale will accept both summer and winter clothing. Be picky. Look at your clothing items as if you were going to purchase them. No stained or damaged items will be accepted. We do not accept misses or women's clothing. Please freshly clean your clothing items. Please button all buttons, snap all snaps, zip all zippers before you arrive at drop off. The newer the item looks (and the better it smells), the better it will sell.
Package & Hang: Hangers - Please hang clothes so the hanger hook points to the left (like a question mark). Hang size 0-6 clothing on child-size hangers and sizes 7-20 and maternity clothing on adult-size hangers. 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. JBF sells child size wire hangers 100 hangers for $12. EMAIL US if you need to purchase hangers.
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 to attach clothing sets securely with bottom garment hung on the backside of the shirt, so both pieces can be viewed without separating them.
Pants/Shorts/Skirts - Pant-clip hangers are great but if you use a standard hanger, simply use a safety pin to attach pants to the top part of the hanger so the garment will not slide.
Non-Hanging Items - Onesies, socks, tights, hats and infant mittens need to be in a clear zip-lock bag (you may group multiple items in one bag). 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 - Put outfits/set together to price for at least $3.00; Start at $3 for basic, generic brand. 0-24mo outfit. Add $1 each for larger size, name brand, formal, and heavy/winter. Non-hanging Clothing - Put sets together to price for at least $3.00, but okay to price for less (i.e., 6 pair of socks for $1.50).
Tag: Clothing on Hangers - Attach tag with a tagging gun or safety pin to the label of shirt or upper right front of pants. 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.
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. Please do not tape bags closed - shoppers want to feel and inspect items before purchasing.
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Bags and 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 accept breast pumps; and accessories, clean and in working order.
Package: Please zip-tie items to an adult-size hanger for added safety. Check with a JBF Team Member at Drop Off for assistance.
Price: Price 50% - 90% 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.
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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.
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 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).
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.
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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.
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 that parts/games to video game systems (such as Vtech) cannot be separated or switched out at the sale.
Price: Prices can range from $.50 to $50 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.
Tag: When tagging books, please attach your tag to the book with painter's tape that can be removed without damaging the item. Tape tag to the outside cover of books. Please do not use masking or double sided tape. Hole-punch JBF tag and tie to sets.
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Infant Items
Nursing covers & pillows, feeding items, monitors, safety items, diapering & toileting items, rattles, and more.
Please check for safety recalls 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% - 90% 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.
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Shoes
Make sure that shoes are clean, clean, clean! We will be VERY selective with shoes during Consignor Drop Off & Inspection. Shoes must be current season (Fall = October thru March; Spring = April thru October).
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. We prefer no shoe boxes. However, if shoes are in the box, please remove the lid, secure it to the bottom of the box, and secure the shoes to the box (closed boxes do not sell well).
Price: Shoes must be in good condition and should start at $3.00 for infant/toddler; Add $1 each for larger size, name brand, or heavy/winter.
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 and tape the bag shut with clear packing tape.
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Toys
Ride-on toys, block sets, dolls, remote control cars, outdoor toys, learning toys, and more. All toys must be checked for safety recalls 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 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.
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Loose Items
LOOSE ITEMS include infant accessories, girl and boy accessories, and little extras such as bibs, cloth diapers, bottles, feeding bowls and spoons, bows, headbands, socks, safety items, nursing bras, etc.
Package: These items can be packaged in clear ziploc bags with the tag attached to the outside of the bag with tape or a safety pin. Blankets and Hooded Bath Towels sell better if they are hung over a hanger.
We do not have an area for bagged clothing items, including onesies, sleepers and pajamas. All clothing should be hung on a hanger.
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.
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Large Items - Hot Sellers
HOT SELLERS: Exersaucers, swings, high chairs, changing tables, cribs (Manufactured AFTER June 28, 2011; please bring a completed Crib Checklist for all cribs), strollers, bath seats, baby walkers, car seats must have a completed Car Seat Checklist & car seat accessories must be checked for safety recalls, must have all parts, and be in good condition.
Don't forget children's furniture - beds (toddler, twin), desks, side tables, dressers, etc.
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 (link) for all car seats, booster seats, and car seat base or infant carrier.
Price:
Price 50% - 90% 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.
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Band/Musical Instruments
Band/Musical Instruments are sold in working order and in cases. All loose items belonging to instruments, sheet music etc, include within ziploc bags.
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% - 90% off retail.
Tag: Attach JBF tag directly to item with clear packaging tape or hole-punch JBF tag and tie it to item.
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Multi-Piece Items
These guidelines are not applicabe for clothing:
Tag: For items with multiple separate pieces, put a tag on EACH piece. Fill out the first tag as normal, including the price, but include " 1 of X", where X is the number of pieces. On all of the other items you can include a hand written index card. Write your consignor number, the description only, no price on the rest of the tags, and "2 of X", "3 of X" etc.
ONLY put a price on one of the tags! Only use multiple tags for separated pieces; do NOT use multiple tags for items that are attached together.
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