Newsletter_6_Spring_Edison
Consignor Newsletter
EDISON
Edition 3 Volume 6
Week of March 18th, 2012
(1) ITEM ENTRY DEADLINE: Sunday, March 25th at 11:59 pm is your final deadline to enter items into the system (or make changes to existing items). You will still have access to view your inventory and print tags after that time.
(2) Wednesday, March 21st is the last day for Volunteers to change/remove shifts from your schedule without risk of losing the privilege to volunteer at future events.
(3) INVENTORY TRANSFER: Flemington consignors will be able to transfer unsold items to an Edison account later on Tuesday. You will not need to print new tags unless you are changing anything (i.e. price, discount option etc.). Here is a link with more information > Consigning at Multiple Sales.
| 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! |
NEW REFERRAL PROGRAM! – For the next 6 days (now through Sunday) we are running a referral incentive program for the Edison sale. A consignor who refers 2 qualified consignors to the spring 2012 sale will earn an additional 5% earnings. This can raise your earnings to 80%! A qualified referral is a consignor who is not currently registered or has never previously registered to consign with either Kidzsignments events AND must consign a minumum of 25 items (and/or a minumum of $150 in value). Credit can only be given to one consignor for each referral AND referrals MUST include the referring consignor’s name in the ‘Referred by’ box on the registration form (at the time of registration). TELL YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY, CO WORKERS, NEIGHBORS ABOUT US – Use the flyer at the end of the newsletter or request I send you a packet of postcards to distribute.
REMEMBER!
- All Clothing needs to be hung on wire hangers. Spring/Summer items ONLY!
- Mark items with your consignor id#. This will enable us to look up and sell your item if the tag falls off.
- If you make changes to an item, especially changes to the price, half price option or donate option, you MUST print a new tag to update the barcode. No handwritten changes.
- NO CRIBS MANUFACTURED PRIOR TO JUNE 28, 2011 DUE TO NEW SAFETY STANDARDS!
- Deadline to enter/print tags is SUNDAY, March 25that 11:59pm! <<<DON’T WAIT UNTIL THEN!
- If you are picking up items on Sunday, April 1st, you must have all of your items out the door by 3pm. Plan enough time to gather your things from the sales floor.
- Pre sale passes (wristbands) are 1 per person.
- Remember that WE ARE NOT SORTING items for pick up. If you are picking up, it is a good idea to mark you things in such a way that they “POP at PICK UP“! Some ideas artying string or ribbon around the necks of the hangers or using painters tape or colored labels around the neck of your hanger.
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Preparing Items
All clothing (except onesies/socks/tights) should be hung on a wire hanger (adult or child-size). Please see these pictures for specifics:
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Pants should be attached to the hanger like in this picture. Be sure to pin the pant to the shoulder of the hanger (not the bottom) to minimize slipping and movement. Do NOT hang the pants over the bottom of the hanger. |
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This picture shows the best way to hang 2 pieces on a single hanger. First, hang the shirt on the hanger. Second, attach the pants to the back of the hanger (not the shirt). If you are hanging 2 pairs of pants to one hanger, pin one the front and one to the back. Hanging 2 shirts on hanger can be accomplished by hanging one shirt, turning the hanger backwards and pinning the shirt to the hanger on the back (i.e. pinning through the shirt on to the hanger) |
- Books can be sold individually or as a set. You can bag several books (recommended) or tie the books together with string or ribbon.
- Make sure to securely attach all accessories, parts, etc. to toys and other items by placing them in a baggie and then taping the baggie securely to the item you are selling. SEAL ALL YOUR BAGS!
Pricing
Most people price items at about 1/4-1/3 the original retail. For detailed pricing information. Click Here for ideas >>> Pricing_Spreadsheet
Kidzsignments Does Not Accept
- Cribs manufactured before June 28,011
- Car seats, infant seats, booster seats, and bike helmets
- Toy weapons of any kind (guns, bow and arrows etc.)
- Maternity Clothing
- VHS tapes
- Mattresses (unless sold with a bed)
- Misses or Adult Clothing or shoes (junior sized clothing is okay)
- Stuffed Animals (unless battery operated characters ex. Tickle Me Elmo)
- Underwear (unless new in package)
- Bottle nipples or pacifiers (unless new in package or without nipples) or any used feeding item that touches the mouth.
- Jewelry
ITEM LIMITS – Due to our limited amount of space, we have a few limits.
- 25 total clothing items in sizes 0-18 months (this is a total of 25 and not 25 per size). Outerwear and swimsuits are NOT included in the limit.
- 10 pairs of shoes per consignor (sports, dance and imaginary play shoes do NOT count)
- 350 total items per consignor
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| Seller 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) 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 hereto view a list of recalled toys. But since items are added on a regular basis, it is also good to check the CPSC website atwww.cpsc.gov.
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Volunteer
We still have MANY volunteer openings. Please consider volunteering for an available shift. Volunteers earn a 10-15% selling bonus. Plus, all volunteers can shop the pre sale before the other consignors. With over 150 consignors the shopping advantage is worth the time!
** I have added a few shifts to accomodate different schedules. If you cannot find a 4 hour block that works for you, please let me know your availability and I will try to customize a shift to fit your needs.**
Volunteer schedule locks at 11:59pm on Wednesday, March 21st! No changes after that date may be made online.
Volunteer & Consignor Presale is Wednesday, March 28th!
Current Openings*
(RED = high priority)
Tuesday, March 27, 2012 10:30:00 AM – 2:30:00 PM – Set Up
Tuesday, March 27, 2012 2:00:00 PM – 6:00:00 PM – Consignor Inspections
Tuesday, March 27, 2012 3:30:00 PM – 7:30:00 PM– Consignor Inspections
Tuesday, March 27, 2012 4:00:00 PM – 8:00:00 PM– Consignor Inspections
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 1:00:00 PM – 5:00:00 PM – Pre sale
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 3:00:00 PM – 7:00:00 PM– Pre sale
Thursday, March 29, 2012 8:30:00 AM – 12:30:00 PM – Public sale
Thursday, March 29, 2012 9:00:00 AM – 1:00:00 PM– Public sale
Thursday, March 29, 2012 10:00:00 AM – 2:00:00 PM– Public sale
Thursday, March 29, 2012 11:00:00 AM – 3:00:00 PM– Public sale
Thursday, March 29, 2012 12:00:00 PM – 4:00:00 PM– Public sale
Thursday, March 29, 2012 3:00:00 PM – 7:00:00 PM– Public sale
Thursday, March 29, 2012 4:00:00 PM – 8:00:00 PM– Public sale
Friday, March 30, 2012 8:30:00 AM – 12:30:00 PM– Public sale
Friday, March 30, 2012 10:00:00 AM – 2:00:00 PM– Public sale
Friday, March 30, 2012 12:00:00 PM – 4:00:00 PM– Public sale
Friday, March 30, 2012 3:30:00 PM – 7:30:00 PM– Public sale
Saturday, March 31, 2012 11:00:00 AM – 3:00:00 PM– Public sale
Sunday, April 01, 2012 11:00:00 AM – 3:00:00 PM- Consignor pick up
If you volunteer on Wednesday (pre sale day) afternoon during your shop time, I will work to accommodate your schedule 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 |
| 6 pm - | First-time Moms |
*pre sale passes will be distributed at drop off appointment. One pass per person, sorry no guests.
Tell More …. To Sell More!
Download our sale Flyer to share with friends, family, neighbors, co workers and others who will appreciate a good bargain! I also have postcards that need to be handed out.
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 phone number).
