Newsletter_3_Fall_FLEM
Consignor Newsletter
FLEMINGTON
Edition 9 Volume 3
Week of October 16th, 2011
Some of this information is new or updated from previous sales. Please take a few minutes and read the information in this newsletter. If you have any questions or problems, please let me know at laurie@kidzsignments.com.
Remember!
- Our Blog - Did you know we now have a blog? You can subscribe to it too! I upload all kinds of tips and sale tidbits along with other goodies. You can access the blog from our website or by clicking here. Check out this great article on securing your items so they don’t get lost or separated at the sale. Check it out!
- No More Sorting – This may new to those of you who have sold with us in the past. Previously, we have had your items sorted into piles for you at pick up. We no longer sort items for you. We will provide you with a list of what hasn’t already been recorded as sold, and, if needed, help you to locate those items on the sales floor. We will also be keeping 1-2 registers open to support the increase in sales that will result when fellow sellers find goodies they still want to purchase!
*** TIP - Make your items stand out by doing something eye grabbing like tying colored yarn around the neck of the hanger, using stickers or colored marks on your tags or even spray painting your hangers beforehand.
- Selling at Both Sales – IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU ONLY ENTER INTO YOUR FLEMINGTON ACCOUNT AFTER YOU TRANSFER ITEMS FROM EDISON. Click HERE for information about selling at multiple sales.
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| PLEASE NOTE: Our registration is full and we have begun a waitlist. If you find you cannot consign, kindly let me know so I may give those on the waitlist an opportunity to participate. The deadline to un-register and still be eligible to participate in future events is Tuesday, November 1st. Consignors who unregister after this date (or do not show up to drop off) will be ineligible to participate in future Kidzsignments events. |
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TIP: One of the ways you can make your item stand out from others is to include the product manual. If you don’t have the manual, you can print one online! Visit this website for a list of common items: http://www.manualsonline.com/
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| NEW & IMPORTANT! – In 2008 the CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission passed legislation affecting items geared toward children newborn to age 12. This legislation stipulates that these items may not contain lead in excess of CPSC requirements. It also makes the selling of items contain lead in excess of the CPSC requirements illegal. What this means is that YOU are not allowed to sell any item that they deem as hazardous due to its lead content or because the item is listed on a CPSC recall list. It is your responsibility to check this list and be SURE you are not bringing in an item that has either been recalled or identified as containing a lead limit in excess of the CPSC standard. CLICK HERE to view a recent list AND visit the CPSC website for additional items. As a part of our consignor agreement, consignors will be signing off that they have checked these lists and are confident their items are not on the list. |
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| Consignor Do’s & Don’ts… |
| DO – Check clothing carefully for stains, holes, missing buttons etc. before bringing to drop-off. We are going to be EXTREMELY picky this year so only bring YOUR BEST items. |
| DON’T – Bring spring/summer clothing, swim items, adult clothing/shoes, maternity clothing, car seats or bike helmets. Note – No Jewelry due to new Consumer Products Legislation and new lead limits. |
| DO – Use only cardstock or coverstock (not paper) to print tags. Look for 65-67 lb for best results. |
| DON’T – Bring infant equipment older than 5 years. |
| DO – Hang all clothing on wire hangers only (free hangers are available at most local dry cleaners). |
| DON’T – Bag clothing unless they are still in the original packaging. |
| TIP! – The Dollar Tree (Flemington) now sells boxes of the Extra Large Ziploc “like” bags which are perfect for larger toys with lots of accessories or selling multiple things together. |
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Volunteer! |
| Volunteers earn a 10-15% selling bonus. Plus, all volunteers shop the pre-sale on Wednesday. Schedule your shift(s) online Click Here |
| Volunteer & Consignor Presale is Wednesday, November 16! |
| (Red are high priority) |
| Mon, 11/14 | 8:30 | 12:30 | set up (some heavy lifting) |
| Mon, 11/14 | 3:30 | 7:30 | consignor check-in; inspection; organizing sales floor |
| Tues, 11/15 | 3:30 | 7:30 | consignor check-in; inspection; organizing sales floor |
| Thurs, 9/23 | 12:00 | 4:00 | Public Sale- working the floor; helping customers |
| Fri, 9/24 | 12:00 | 4:00 | Public Sale- working the floor; helping customers |
Shop at 12 pm! - Work 12 hours (or three 4-hour shifts)
Shop at 1 pm! - Work 8 hours (or two 4-hour shifts)
Shop at 2 pm! - Work 4 hours (or two 2-hour shifts)
Consignors shop beginning at 4pm!
Visit the website for more information about volunteering. Click for More Details
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Consignor FAQ
What are the item limits?
Consignors may bring a total of 350 items. In addition, we limit each consignor to 25 clothing items per gender in sizes 0-18 months Outerwear, shoes and Halloween costumes are NOT included in the 25 item max. This only applies to clothing sizes 0-18 months (18/24 months IS included in this limit). An item is defined as having its own price tag so if you sell a top and bottom together, that is ONE item. NEW – No more than 2 hangers may be tied together to create an item. Do not rubber band hangers together. Instead, use zip ties (this will prevent shoplifters from switching items among rubber bands) How do I know what to price my items? We offer you some pricing suggestionson the website but as a general rule, you should price things 1/4 – 1/3 of their original retail price. Popular or name-brand items can be priced higher. You are the best judge, price an item for no more than you would be willing to pay for that same item.
How do I attach the price tag?
Attach tags to clothing items with either safety pins (not straight pins) or a tagging gun (I have a few of these available for purchase for $13.50). Pierce the garment in the tag, underarm or other inconspicuous location where a hole will not harm the item. Scotch tape tags to books and toy/game boxes. Use packing tape to attach tags to infant gear, ride on toys etc. If your item is an odd shape for using tape, tie the tag to the item with string or a zip tie.
How can I earn the highest percentage – 75%?
Consignors earn a minimum of 60%. You will earn 70% by when you volunteer to work one 4-hour shift. We will increase your percentage to 75% when you work a total of 8 hours (two 4-hour shifts) Click Here for information on volunteering.
Is there a deadline to enter and print my tags?
Yes. The deadline to input items and print tags is 11:59 pm on Sunday, November 6th. After that time, consignors will no longer have access to the system to enter/edit items. You may still access the system to print tags.
Will I need an appointment to drop off things?
Yes. All consignors will be required to schedule an appointment to drop off merchandise. Click Here to schedule your drop-off.
The More You Tell… The More You Sell!
Share the news of our sale with friends, neighbors, co-workers or others who appreciate a good bargain!
NEED HELP?
If you need help or have a question, please email me at laurie@kidzsignments.com or call me at 908-788-0433 (that is my home number).
Our website (www.kidzsignments.com) is a great resource for all kinds of information.
