How to price your consignment items

As a consignor, nothing is worse than putting in a ton of time and work for your items to not sell at the event. Selling is competitive - especially when you are competing with over 300 other consignors. Here are some tips on how to price your consignment items:

• We are in a society full of used goods. The market tends to be oversaturated in certain areas. Our best sellers are listed in the chart. The worst-selling items (that we still accept) are kids' accessories, bedding, and decor. We have eliminated out-of-season items such as costumes in the spring and sports in the fall. We have moved to accepting maternity, juniors & adult clothing/shoes/decor, and party goods at our online event only.

• A general rule of thumb for pricing items such as clothing, shoes, and toys for consignment sales is 30% of the retail price. So, if the item was $10 new, then you should price it (at the most) at $3. Remember, these are other parents just like you who want to get a deal!

• Larger items can be priced up to 50% of retail IF they are in “like-new” condition.

• Please note that we request a $2 minimum on your tags. This does not mean that you price an item that is not worth $2 higher. This means you put other items with it or save these items for a yard sale. We have an abundance of items and we want to sell the best items possible.

• We do not want your “good enough” old pajamas or shoes that you know you really should toss. Our building is only 12,000 sq. ft. and we fill every space we can find. You are just wasting your time and my space by putting in items that are in a well-worn condition.