Guess what I did yesterday?

I gave one of our wonderful VIP taggers a FULL carload of items for VIP tagging for the Fall 2009 sale. Yes, I know it's early, but not only was it great to clean out my house, but I want to know it's done.

If you are planning on using VIP tagging this year, why not start pulling now? We tagged so many items for so many people in the spring that we are making a few changes for the Fall sale.

First, any clothing items will need to be fall/winter for this sale. They will also need to be freshly laundered and checked for stains, rips, etc. PRIOR to having them picked up by the tagger. If the tagger finds anything outdated, stained, or damaged, it will be immediately be donated. We will not be giving back items that didn't meet our standards to people who use VIP tagging. In the Spring, our taggers spent hours going through items to make sure they weren't stained, etc. and ended up giving back tons of bags and boxes of items that weren't in good shape. To save time, any of those items not accepted will automatically be sent to donate.

Second, any toys you send to be tagged need to have all their pieces AND have working batteries. If the toy does not have batteries, it will be donated. As you know, batteries are EXPENSIVE and we can't afford to put new batteries in all the toys. This is a great job for your kids so have them check the toys and let you know what pieces are part of it!

Third, SHOES! We have had some YUCKY shoes brought in. Here's the criteria on shoes that ALL shoes for the Fall sale need to meet: 1. no scuffs on top. If they are nubuck boys shoes and the toes are rubbed off, we won't take them. 2. If they are tennis shoes that stink and have stains, we won't take them. Shoes need to be in excellent, like new condition. If you have shoes that aren't acceptable, feel free to bring them in and donate them, but please don't be offended if we don't take them.

Have fun getting your stuff out and don't forget to take advantage of VIP tagging. It's a lifesaver for me!

50% OFF

It's time for half price days! THE sale starts tomorrow at 10am and goes through 6. We are there Saturday 9am-1pm. Anything not marked with ND or a red dot will be half price. There are still some great deals to be had! Come see us and help us get rid of the remaining items!

Restock

Just a reminder that restock drop-off is Monday-Wednesday 12-6. We are still DESPERATELY in need of large items including outdoor toys, strollers, bassinets, toddler beds, train tables, bookshelves, etc. We also REALLY need boy clothing of any size and girls size 4 and up clothing. Of course, we will take any children's item during restock, these are just the items we need the most.

No appointment needed, just get busy tagging and come on down! Items brought in during restock sell just as well as the items that were brought in during normal drop-off as we do have people that come and shop every day!

We Have Winners

The three winners of a $25 gift certificate are:

Laura Horton
Alison Bynum
Kristina Proffitt

THANKS so much for helping to spread the word about Encores and More North!!

Wednesday Night Deals

Well, drop off is officially over and I am honestly just amazed. My hubby joked for years about how he would love to see what it would look like if we could get a space big enough, have a tagging system in place and enough workers. Well, God heard our desires and prayers and this is the result.

When I say that this sale is going to be amazing, I'm not just saying it to get people there. I really believe it. The selection of items is just simply a bit overwhelming, everything is SO organized, and we were SO picky when it came to stains, etc. so I really hope you will find that you are looking through the best items available.

Here's my pick for Wednesday Night Deals. Next post will have the WINNERS of the 3 $25 gift certificates.

1. Life size Dora doll (yes, we got another one in) $10 (they are $100 new at Walmart)
2. Cozy Coupe $15
3. Bob Ironman Jogging Stroller $150 (these retail for upwards of $300+) I personally have a Bob Revolution Jogger and it's my favorite stroller EVER.
4. Britax Marathon Car Seat (looks brand new) $150
5. LOADS of Leapster Games $6 each

TUESDAY NIGHT DEALS

I promise, I will post the winner in just a bit. I just got home and I'm exhausted, but I'm going to do it.

TOP 5 TUESDAY DEALS!

1. Bumbo seat $5
2. Graco pack and play complete with bassinet, changing table, etc. $30
3. Today's Kids riding horse $10
4. Eddie Bauer double stroller $40
5. Lifesize Talking Dora $30

TOMORROW is the last day of drop off. Hard to believe it's almost time to sell all these goodies

MONDAY NIGHT DEALS!

First, before I post deals of the day...yes, I know I haven't posted the winners of the 3 gift certificates yet. It's because I still haven't drawn. I haven't drawn because I haven't put all the names on the slips and put them in a bucket. I promise I will do this tomorrow AND post the winners tomorrow night!

DEALS for Monday:

Today rocked as well. I'm telling ya....we have gotten in some AWESOME STUFF! Do not miss this sale.

1. 5 Baby Einstein DVDs $5
2. Size 6 Gymboree Girls 4 piece outfit $8
3. Beautiful wooden toddler bed with mattress $45
4. Stroller complete with infant carrier and base $50
5. Wooden kitchen complete with shopping cart and all the food/accessories $45

I'll be back tomorrow night with the winners AND more DEALS!