Yes, it's only October 26th, but I officially started working on the Spring 2010 sale today. I actually started working on my personal consignment stuff a few weeks ago as I swapped my kids' closets out. I figured it was easier to go ahead and start hanging sets vs. putting them in bins and having to iron them when it's time to tag.
I OFFICIALLY started working today because I picked up my first batch of spring/summer boutique inventory. I have found with the down turn in the economy, I get phone calls from stores going out of business or stores that have overstock more and more frequently. I was pleasantly surprised at the inventory I picked up today because I have never purchased from this store before so I wasn't sure what I would be getting. Loads of adorable swimsuits and Easter attire, with some awesome stuff for girls size 10-16 which in my opinion is VERY hard to find. I LOVE spring/summer clothing so I am already getting excited about the next sale.
Have any of you started pulling out your spring consignment items?
Monday, October 26, 2009
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Matching Sets
There is nothing worse than getting home from a consignment sale and realizing that an outfit you bought really isn't a set. Example: a size 24M shirt and sweater matched with a 4T skirt. Yes, I know it's the same line from Gymboree, but the sizes don't match so it's not a set. Yes, I know your child might have junk in the trunk, but my kid doesn't so don't put a 4T bottom with a 24M top.
Now, if you are like me and your children always wear one size bigger in a top than the bottom, I have no problem with you making it a set but CLEARLY note that on the tag. If it says size 24M, I am buying based on the premise that all the pieces are that size. If you are putting a size 3 top with a size 4 bottom, just put TOP 3, PANTS 4 on the tag. Chances are it will still sell, but you need to be honest in your tagging.
I find that when I tag at the last minute, I might do this on accident so as winter rapidly approaches and you clean out spring/summer clothing for the next sale, pack them away in matching sets by size and if the size doesn't match, consider selling it seperate.
Remember that sets do sell best!!
Now, if you are like me and your children always wear one size bigger in a top than the bottom, I have no problem with you making it a set but CLEARLY note that on the tag. If it says size 24M, I am buying based on the premise that all the pieces are that size. If you are putting a size 3 top with a size 4 bottom, just put TOP 3, PANTS 4 on the tag. Chances are it will still sell, but you need to be honest in your tagging.
I find that when I tag at the last minute, I might do this on accident so as winter rapidly approaches and you clean out spring/summer clothing for the next sale, pack them away in matching sets by size and if the size doesn't match, consider selling it seperate.
Remember that sets do sell best!!
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Want to be the FIRST person to shop at Encores North Spring 2010 sale
Well, let me tell you how to do it. In case you didn't know, the ONLY people that shop before the workers are me, my mom, my sister, my mother-in-law, and my best friend Angie who works about 200 hours per sale with me. Otherwise, the first shoppers enter at 5pm on worker day. Those workers either work or barter to be able to shop at 5pm and we value their 3 shifts plus sort to be worth $200.
This Saturday, October 3, at Beech Elementary in Hendersonville there will be a live auction that is held during Country Day, our annual fall festival. At that live auction, ANYONE can bid on a certificate that will allow you to shop at 12pm on worker day which is a full FIVE HOURS of shopping with no worries of someone else getting items you want.
The auction will start at 10:30am and the certificate will only allow ONE ADULT to shop and will be sold for the highest bid. All money from the auction will go to Beech Elementary! There are also tons of other items to be auctioned including a PT CRUISER so come check it out. Tons of games for the kids, food, live and silent auction and other activities. Come out and see us and HAPPY BIDDING! I can't wait to see who wins!
This Saturday, October 3, at Beech Elementary in Hendersonville there will be a live auction that is held during Country Day, our annual fall festival. At that live auction, ANYONE can bid on a certificate that will allow you to shop at 12pm on worker day which is a full FIVE HOURS of shopping with no worries of someone else getting items you want.
The auction will start at 10:30am and the certificate will only allow ONE ADULT to shop and will be sold for the highest bid. All money from the auction will go to Beech Elementary! There are also tons of other items to be auctioned including a PT CRUISER so come check it out. Tons of games for the kids, food, live and silent auction and other activities. Come out and see us and HAPPY BIDDING! I can't wait to see who wins!
Friday, August 21, 2009
1/2 Price Day TODAY at Encores and More North
Hard to believe the sale is almost over. Half price starts today at 10am and there is still an amazing selection of clothing to choose from. If you get a chance, stop by and shop!
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Day 5 Drop Off : Encores and More North
Today was our final day of drop off and you had to have an appointment to drop off. It was a very smooth day and I don't think anyone had to wait for a rack. We still have a ton to do to get ready for consignor's presale on Friday night.
I won't go on like a broken record, but PLEASE don't miss this sale if you need anything related to kids. We joked today and said if we don't have it, you don't need it.
I think we ended up having about 760 people dropping off, but man oh man, those 760 cleaned out!!! I won't lie, I'm excited about sleeping in tomorrow and getting some rest before going up to bar code, clean, and organize starting at 12pm.
Yes, we still have worker shifts available and would love to get you signed up. You can go HERE and click on the workers tab to get a list of available shifts that are left. Shoot me an email and come shop with the workers. You won't regret it!
Brea's Top 5 for Wednesday:
1. Beetle Bug battery powered car $85
2. Custom made sippy cups with my kids' initials $7 each (available on front tables when you walk in)
3. Chicco stroller combo (looks brand new) $175
4. 2T Gymboree 3 piece set $11 (which I did snag for Mary Elizabeth)
5. Brand new Boppy pillow in package $5
To answer last night's questions, YES, we do have lots of BRAND NEW items. I'm not sure about brand new baby boy clothing, but I will check tomorrow and let you know tomorrow night. We have a TON of bikes so Star you should do great in that department. Leave a comment if you have something you have your eye on OR if you are wondering if we have something specific. I'll leave a blog post tomorrow night with an update.
I won't go on like a broken record, but PLEASE don't miss this sale if you need anything related to kids. We joked today and said if we don't have it, you don't need it.
I think we ended up having about 760 people dropping off, but man oh man, those 760 cleaned out!!! I won't lie, I'm excited about sleeping in tomorrow and getting some rest before going up to bar code, clean, and organize starting at 12pm.
Yes, we still have worker shifts available and would love to get you signed up. You can go HERE and click on the workers tab to get a list of available shifts that are left. Shoot me an email and come shop with the workers. You won't regret it!
Brea's Top 5 for Wednesday:
1. Beetle Bug battery powered car $85
2. Custom made sippy cups with my kids' initials $7 each (available on front tables when you walk in)
3. Chicco stroller combo (looks brand new) $175
4. 2T Gymboree 3 piece set $11 (which I did snag for Mary Elizabeth)
5. Brand new Boppy pillow in package $5
To answer last night's questions, YES, we do have lots of BRAND NEW items. I'm not sure about brand new baby boy clothing, but I will check tomorrow and let you know tomorrow night. We have a TON of bikes so Star you should do great in that department. Leave a comment if you have something you have your eye on OR if you are wondering if we have something specific. I'll leave a blog post tomorrow night with an update.
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Day 4 Drop Off : Encores and More North
We had well over 200 people drop off today putting us at over 700 consignors already and all appointments are FULL tomorrow so we will definitely end up around 800 consignors. Amazing that we continue to grow at this pace. I just hope everyone comes back to shop as the racks are nice and full (even boys!!!)
This will be short and sweet as I got about 2 hours of sleep last night and it's already 11pm and I have to be back at the store early in the morning.
Brea's Top 5 for Tuesday:
Land of Nod easel $30
Girl's size 7 Gymboree 2 piece outfit BRAND NEW $6
Pottery Barn red lantern light $22
Firetruck toddler bed $85
Huge wooden bookcase with toy chest $65
It's not too late to shop with the workers. We still have a few food shifts left, several worker shifts, and other bartering options available on the website. Leave me any comments to let me know what your excited about or if you are wondering if we have something specific (we probably do!)
This will be short and sweet as I got about 2 hours of sleep last night and it's already 11pm and I have to be back at the store early in the morning.
Brea's Top 5 for Tuesday:
Land of Nod easel $30
Girl's size 7 Gymboree 2 piece outfit BRAND NEW $6
Pottery Barn red lantern light $22
Firetruck toddler bed $85
Huge wooden bookcase with toy chest $65
It's not too late to shop with the workers. We still have a few food shifts left, several worker shifts, and other bartering options available on the website. Leave me any comments to let me know what your excited about or if you are wondering if we have something specific (we probably do!)
Monday, August 10, 2009
Day 3 Drop off : Encores and More North
Well, day 3 of drop off has officially come to a close and I'm pooped.
I'm not sure I can adequately describe to you the selection we have at this sale. I know some of you might think I am talking so great about this sale because I run it, but seriously, there are some AMAZING items at this sale.
Couple of things to note before I name my top 5. First, we are super picky when you drop off. I know it might make some people mad, but we have to be because once again we will be tight on space and honestly, no one wants to get home with something and then realize it is stained. When I flip through the clothing, I am amazed at the quality, brands and prices. Three piece Gymboree sets for $12...what a deal! Lacoste shirts for little boys, unbelievable! I haven't even talked about the scads of BRAND NEW boutique that has come in and all of it is priced at 50-90% off original retail. There are tons of Gymboree items that are new with tags. The Halloween costumes are fabulous, winter coats galore, best selection of shoes we've ever had. Oh wait, I haven't told you about boy clothes. WE HAVE TONS this time. So much in fact we had to pop up more racks for 6M, 12M and 18M boys clothes ALREADY.
When I last counted today, we had 8 toy boxes, well over 20 kitchens, easels galore, tons of beautiful bedding and room decor, about 30 swings, 9 cribs (some with matching changing tables), a whole ride on pony section, slides, swings, 7 train tables, tool benches, desks, at least 10 bumbos, American Girl dolls and accessories including the retired Bitty Baby twins, Nintendo DS games, AND SO SO SO SO SO much more.
So, here we go...Brea's top 5 from Monday:
1. turtle sandbox $8
2. Leapster with case and 4 games $25
3. adorable farm animal themed crib bedding set $50
4. Peg Perego double stroller $90
5. Girl's size 10 Corky Kids coat $45 (retails for over $150 AND ADORABLE!!!)
Let me know what you thought about the sale if you dropped off/worked today!
I'm not sure I can adequately describe to you the selection we have at this sale. I know some of you might think I am talking so great about this sale because I run it, but seriously, there are some AMAZING items at this sale.
Couple of things to note before I name my top 5. First, we are super picky when you drop off. I know it might make some people mad, but we have to be because once again we will be tight on space and honestly, no one wants to get home with something and then realize it is stained. When I flip through the clothing, I am amazed at the quality, brands and prices. Three piece Gymboree sets for $12...what a deal! Lacoste shirts for little boys, unbelievable! I haven't even talked about the scads of BRAND NEW boutique that has come in and all of it is priced at 50-90% off original retail. There are tons of Gymboree items that are new with tags. The Halloween costumes are fabulous, winter coats galore, best selection of shoes we've ever had. Oh wait, I haven't told you about boy clothes. WE HAVE TONS this time. So much in fact we had to pop up more racks for 6M, 12M and 18M boys clothes ALREADY.
When I last counted today, we had 8 toy boxes, well over 20 kitchens, easels galore, tons of beautiful bedding and room decor, about 30 swings, 9 cribs (some with matching changing tables), a whole ride on pony section, slides, swings, 7 train tables, tool benches, desks, at least 10 bumbos, American Girl dolls and accessories including the retired Bitty Baby twins, Nintendo DS games, AND SO SO SO SO SO much more.
So, here we go...Brea's top 5 from Monday:
1. turtle sandbox $8
2. Leapster with case and 4 games $25
3. adorable farm animal themed crib bedding set $50
4. Peg Perego double stroller $90
5. Girl's size 10 Corky Kids coat $45 (retails for over $150 AND ADORABLE!!!)
Let me know what you thought about the sale if you dropped off/worked today!
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