FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
1. What items can I sell?
Almost anything related to children. Everything must be in good condition, free of any stains, discoloration, rips, tears, missing pieces/parts/buttons, etc. Clothing, bedding, furniture, toys, books, shoes, etc. Please refer to the “Items Accepted” document in the Consignor Library for a complete list. Minimum of 10 items, no maximum. (All clothing must be on a hanger. When looking at the front of the garment, the hook of the hanger should look like a “question mark.”)
2. What is the deadline to participate?
The “System Close” date refers to when the online system will “close” for that respective sale location. After this day/time, you will not be able to register as a consignor AND you will not be able to enter items you wish to sell. Be sure to write down this date! The System Close Date can be found on each sale location’s page.
3. What is “Drop-Off and Pick-Up?”
Drop off refers to the day/time you bring your items. You schedule a convenient time via the online tagging system. If you do not schedule a time, just arrive during the alloted timeframe. Those with appointments are taken first, FYI. All items are checked for stains, etc at drop off (it’s easy to miss things at home). Please allow 45 minutes at drop off. Pick-up refers to the day/time per sale location when you can claim your unsold items. You will pull them from the racks so please allow ample time. If you do not want them back, donation trucks pick them up. Pickup is a specific day/time and cannot be adjusted. Refer to the Consignor Library for more info.
4. How do I price & tag my items?
You can price items however you wish, although we recommend you ask yourself “Would I pay xx for that item in that condition?” The happiest consignors are those that take home very little when the sale is over. Read through the helpful documents/watch the tagging video in the Consignor Library for assistance pricing & tagging your items. Supplies needed: white cardstock paper, printer, safety pins (or tagging barbs/gun) and clear packing tape.
5. What is volunteering like and why should I volunteer?
Volunteering is imperative to a great sale. The sale has just gotten too large for my family to handle it alone. For example, on presale night at Hartford we will need at least 20 volunteers. That is a lot of people! Without volunteers the sale gets “messy” i.e. items get lost, things get put in the wrong place (and don’t sell) lines get long (unhappy shoppers). We have offered great incentives to volunteer: you shop before other consignors, pay less on your consignor fee and you can earn a higher percentage. Best of all, it is fun! You mix & mingle with other moms. It is great seeing your items going home with other people! Schedule your volunteer time via the online system. Hubbies and grandparents can volunteer for you and there are many days/times needed so will accommodate any schedule. Swap childcare with a friend and give her your guest pass so she can shop a little earlier too! Read more about volunteering in our Consignor Library.
6. How do I get paid?
Your profit (65%-80% minus consignor fee) is based upon the number of items you bring and the number of volunteer shifts (if any) you chose to work. Checks are mailed within 10 business days and must be cashed within 30 days. Refer to the “Consignor Agreement” (found on each sale location’s page) for a complete breakdown of consignor fee and percentages earned. Consignors can log into their account each morning and view items that sold the previous day.
7. Can I consign at more than one sale location?
YES! Before registering, contact DeAnn with your name, address, phone & email address to obtain the same consignor number for each location so you do not need to re-tag after each sale. Be sure to read athrough the helpful documents in the Consignor Library.
8. How do I earn the $10 Refer-A-Friend credit?
Tell your friends & family about consigning. When they drop off, they will be asked who referred them. When your name is listed you’ll receive $10 credit! Your credit is good for that sale ONLY. Claim your $10 at checkout.
9. How often do Three Bags Full sales occur?
Twice a year, every spring & fall in multiple locations. The online system typically opens 6 weeks prior to the first sale location. In the off season, hang your clothing by size & gender and bag up your toys. You’ll be ready to go when the system opens. NEW! We plan on a “Toy and Holiday Sale” in November, 2011. Stay tuned!
10. Any shopping tips?
Yes! Click here for shopping tips. The better prepared you are for this unique sale, the more fun you’ll have, the better bargains you’ll find and the more items you’ll sell.
