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Consignor Newsletter
Edition 9 Volume 5
Week of October 31, 2011

PLEASE NOTE: Our Flemington registration is full. If you find you cannot consign, kindly let me know so I may give those on the waitlist an opportunity to participate. Your fee is not refundable, but, by letting us know now, you will be able to particpate in future events.

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HANGERS – If you are wondering where to find hangers, check your local dry cleaners. Many, including Plaza Dry Cleaners, have a bin of recycled hangers in their lobby. If you ask, they are usually happy to let you take a handful.

Kidzsignments is on Facebook. We share a lot of great info and special notices on our fan page. Are you a fan? Click the image the the left (or HERE) to join today!

REMEMBER!

	Schedule your one drop off time!
	Mark your items with your ID # (this allows us to look up and then sell an item without a tag).
	Review rules for preparing your items!
	Deadline to enter items is Sunday, 11/6 at 11:59 pm – you will still be able to print tags after this time.
	Volunteers still needed! Click Here to schedule a shift.

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FOR CONSIGNORS THAT SOLD IN EDISON….please read about Selling at Multiple Sales from the Consignor Library. Here is a quick “how to transfer items” excerpt:

The MySaleManager program will allow consignors to sell at multiple events using existing inventory by the process called Inventory Transfer. This is how it works.

Enter all of your inventory into the first sale account where you will be participating.
When that sale is complete you’ll receive an email, from me, that it is OK to transfer inventory.
AFTER that email, you will move inventory OUT of that sale account and accept inventory IN to the next sale account.
YOU MUST MOVE INVENTORY “OUT” AND THEN ACCEPT INVENTORY “IN” FOR YOUR ITEMS TO SUCCESSFULLY TRANSFER TO THE NEW SALE ACCOUNT.
Inventory Transfer is subject to the same entry deadlines as entering and tagging.
ONLY AFTER YOU ACCEPT INVENTORY “IN” SHOULD YOU BE ENTERING NEW ITEMS (this is to avoid duplicate item numbers being assigned).
Inventory Transfers are performed in “batches”. Once you have transferred a batch “out” you have only 30 days to transfer it “in” to another sale account. After 30 days those items will be deleted and will not be retrievable in either sale account inventory.
Items marked as SOLD are NOT eligible for transfer and will not appear in the list when checking items to be transferred
You may only transfer items in your ACTIVE inventory

An Important Note- All sellers NEED to be quality checking their items before entering/tagging and bringing them to drop off. It is imperative that you pull out items that are stained, broken, not clean etc. We will be inspecting items at drop off and we realize that it is easy to miss a small spot or stain. However, larger stains and tears should be caught before items come to us. We pride ourselves on a quality sale and it is important, for consignors, that shoppers feel confident in the quality of your items so they tell their friends and return to shop each sale. Thank you!

RESOURCES FOR SELLERS – This information that has been compiled to help you maximize your sale profits. Click title to link to info.

PREPARING YOUR ITEMS– this goes in more detail than what is on the website.

CPSC Recall list – check for items that may have been recalled here.

PRICING – a detailed list of pricing suggestions.

CONSIGNOR FAQS – extensive section on commonly asked questions.

Kidzsignments Blog! - Did you know have a blog within the website? There are many recent entries in the blog that I hope you find helpful when getting ready for the upcoming sale. They include :

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Do’s & Don’ts…

DO – Make sure your bar codes are printing correctly. You should be able to see some space between each bar. Click here for visual examples of good and bad barcodes. We are randomly check consignor bar codes at drop off. If your bar codes will not scan, you will have to reprint.

DON’T – Size children’s clothing as S,M,L. Determine a numerical size so volunteers will know where to hang it. S,M,L is acceptable for Junior girls clothing.

DO – Pin/attach separates and accessories. Pin tops to bottoms. Pin diaper covers (lollipops, panties etc.), hats, tights etc. to the outfit you are selling.

DON’T – Cover barcodes with tape. Don’t cover stickers or decals with packing tape (when the tape is removed the decals/stickers may tear off with the tape).

DO – Make note of item limits. Total of 350 items will be accepted. There is a maximum of 25 item per gender up 18 months (18/24 months included – 24 months not included - does not include coats, costumes, accessories dancewear or dress up) and 10 pairs of shoes. No maternity, car seats or bike helmets. Crib mattresses may only be sold with a crib or toddler bed (not alone).

DON’T – Bring toys that have been recalled by the manufacturer. Click here to view a list of recalled toys. But since items are added on a regular basis, it is also good to check the CPSC website at www.cpsc.gov.

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Volunteer!

We still have openings. Please consider volunteering for a shift. Volunteers earn a 10-15% selling bonus. Plus, all volunteers shop the pre-sale on Wednesday. Schedule your shift(s) online Click Here

I can split a 4-hour shift into two 2-hour shifts. Please contact me if you would like to do this.

Volunteer & Consignor Presale is Wednesday, November 16!

(Red are high priority)

Monday, November 14	8:30 – 12:30	Set up
Monday, November 14	3:30 – 7:30	Check-in/inspections
Wednesday, November 15	11:00 – 3:00	Check out/floor/Large Items
Wednesday, November 15	1:00 – 5:00	Check out/floor/Large Items
Wednesday, November 15	2:00 – 6:00	Check out/floor/Large Items
Thursday, November 17	1:00 – 5:00	Check out/floor/Large Items
Thursday, November 17	4:30 – 8:30	Check out/floor/Large Items

Please note that the last day to add or adjust a volunteer shift is WEDNESDAY, November 9th. After that date the volunteer schedule is final and the system will lock. Any adds or deletes will need to be entered by me.

If you volunteer on Wednesday afternoon during your shop time, I will work to accommodate your hours to allow you to shop and work.

Volunteer & Consignor Pre Sale*
12 pm -    12 hour volunteers
1 pm -      8 hour volunteers
2 pm -      4 hour volunteers
4 pm –      Consignors

*wristband passes will be given to consignors at drop off.

If anyone is looking to find a 3^rd shift but cannot find one to fit their schedule, please let me know. I will work with you to find a shift so you can qualify for the earlier shopping time. – This is only for those who want to schedule 12 hours of volunteer time.

Are you finding it hard to work a shift? Put it on the “Honey Do List” and ask hubby to do it! We need hubbies to help with rack set-up on Monday, November 14^th from 8:30a – 12:30p.

Visit the website for more information about volunteering. More Details

*as of 10/30

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Drop Off (more detailed info to be sent next week)

Begins November 14. Click Here for times.

Upon arrival, check-in and receive instructions before bringing items in for inspection.

Plan approximately 30-60 minutes for check-in and drop off.

Tell More … To Sell More!

FLYER TO SHARE! - Click Here to download our sale flyer and share it with friend, neighbors, co-workers or others who appreciate a good bargain!

I have thousands of postcards that I need your help to pass out. If you are willing to take a stack to hand out to others PLEASE let me know and I will get them to you!

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NEED HELP?

If you need help or have a question, please email me at laurie@kidzsignments.com.

Our website (www.kidzsignments.com) is a great resource for all kinds of information.