Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What are the benefits of consigning?
A. There are many benefits to being a consignor!
- You get to set your own price and you earn 65% or more of the sales price. It feels great to clear out the children's items you no longer need, know that someone else will get to use them, and make more money than selling them in a yard sale or a secondhand store.
- All you have to do is prepare and tag your items and drop them off before the sale. We take care of the advertising, the facility, and the sale itself.
- You get to shop early! Consignors shop the day before the public sale begins!
Q. Do I need to stay with my items during the sale?
A. No. We take care of the sale for you! You drop-off your items and we do the rest!
Q. What is the $10 fee for?
A. The $10 fee helps to offset some of the facility and advertising costs.
It is paid upon registration and will only be reimbursed by
participating in the volunteer program. Please refer to our volunteer page for options.
Q. What items may I consign?
A. You may consign anything related to
children that is in very gently used condition. Clothing (newborn
through 16), children’s furniture with the exception of cribs, children’s equipment, and maternity items are accepted. We want shoppers to know they will have quality merchandise to choose from during our sale. Please do not be offended if we do not accept something. We seek to offer the best quality possible. Refer to our Accepted Items for ideas on what to consign.
Q. How should I price my items?
A. We recommend pricing your items at about 1/4 to 1/2 of the retail price, taking into consideration the brand name and appearance. Ask yourself, what would I pay for this? Price in increments of 50 cents. Group items and price as a package, if necessary. Remember that clothing on hangers sell better than clothing in a package. Designate whether or not you want your item reduced at our discount sale. If you are planning to donate your items at the end of the sale, your item will automatically be marked as discounted.
Q. What happens to my unsold items?
A. When you tag your items, you will designate whether you want to pick-up or donate your unsold merchandise. If you choose to donate, your items will be given to the Hanover Safe Place immediately after the sale. If you want to pick-up your unsold items, you must come during your scheduled pick-up time to retrieve them. Anything left after that time will become the property of Tickles and Giggles Children’s Consignment and will be donated to charity immediately. We cannot make exceptions to this schedule because we have to vacate the sale site promptly.
Q. When do I get my check?
A. Checks will be mailed within 30 days of the end of the sale. You will need to bring a self-addressed, stamped envelope with you when you drop-off your items. We will send your check for your sold items back to you with this envelope.
Q. How can I shop early?
A. Consignors all receive one preview sale pass for the evening before the public sale begins. If you would like to shop even earlier, volunteer for at least three hours. Volunteers will be allowed to shop before the public sale and before the consignors.
Q. May I bring my children to the sale?
A. All children are permitted while you shop, however they must remain with you at all times. We love children, but recommend coming without your children if possible! NO STROLLERS ARE ALLOWED. Children are NOT permitted to accompany you during your volunteer shift.
Q. What is the minimum number of items I can consign?
A. While we hope that you can consign at least 20 items to make it worth your time, we will accept less!
Q. What about seasonal items?
A. The items that will sell best and quickly are the current seasonal items. During our fall sale, we will accept fall and winter clothing, including those with holiday themes. During our spring sale, we will accept spring/summer clothing, including Easter items and bathing suits. Denim jeans are accepted at both sales.
Q. What sizes do you accept?
A. We are accepting sizing from PREMIE through 16 Youth. We also accept maternity clothing.
Q. How can I increase my percentage of take-home money?
A. Consignors agree to accept 65% of the items selling price. Consignors may increase this percentage by volunteering during the sale.
Q. How can I promote my business through Tickles and Giggles Children's Consignment?
A. Please e-mail us for information on advertising your business during the sale.