How To Consign
How we work!
We do not buy items up front. We work on a consignment basis only.
No walk ins allowed. All consignment is done by appointment only.
Clothing limits
25 pcs children's clothing
20 pcs maternity clothing
we will NOT review an excessive lot of goods
see below for more details!
Our schedule consists of 3 month blocks for each of the 4 seasons.
Spring, Summer, Fall + Winter
Each season is scheduled and booked separately.
We do not accept out of season items.
See Current Consigning Info page for current details!
Items are consigned for 60 day term. 40% earnings for items sold during term.
Consignment Terms:
60 days / 40%payout
Our schedule of Seasons
SPRING
Feb 15th -April 15th
Light colors & spring prints
lighter jackets, hoodies, active wear, 3/4 & short sleeve tops, pants, capris, leggings, skirts, dresses, raincoats, rain boots, shoes & sneakers.
FABRICS like: knit, fleece, jersey, poplin, denim, khaki etc.
Easter theme
Feb 15 - Mar 15
SUMMER
April 15th - June 20th
Summer prints & themes,
T-shirts, shorts, tank tops, sundresses, skirt/skorts, bathing suits, cover-ups, sandals & water shoes, sun hats.
FABRICS like: cotton, jersey, seersucker, poplin, linen, gauze, chambray etc.
4th of July taken
May 20 -June 20
FALL
Aug 15th - Oct 15th
Fall colors & prints
mid-weight jackets, long sleeves, cardigans & sweaters, hoodies & sweatshirts, dresses, pants/leggings, skirts, shoes, sneakers & fashion boots.
FABRICS like: knits, fleece, flannel, corduroy, denim
Halloween taken
Sept 15-Oct 10
WINTER
Oct 15th - Dec 15th
Winter & holiday prints
winter coats, sweaters, hoodies & sweatshirts, dresses, pants & leggings, skirts, winter hats & gloves, snow pants, snow boots, shoes & sneakers
FABRICS like: knits, wool, fleece, flannel,corduroy, denim
Christmas/Holidays taken
Nov 1 - Dec 10
What we accept
NO vintage accepted.
all clothing goods must be from 2015 to current
baby gear & goods must be from 2011 to current
Children's clothing & clothing accessories
clothing sizes 0 months thru 10 years
shoes/boots, hats, tights, belts, ties, dance + gymnastics, etc.
we DO NOT accept items sized or for big kid 12 yr+
Maternity + Nursing
clothing sizes XS - XXL (must be maternity brand/label)
nursing pillows, nursing covers, maternity undergarments & support wear, etc.
we DO NOT accept breast pumps or pump accessories
Baby Gear - items you put baby in !
strollers, high chairs, floor seats, bouncers, baby carriers, hiking carriers, co-sleepers, pack n plays,
portable bassinets, travel seats, activity gyms, walkers, yard gates, etc.
we DO NOT accept furniture, décor, bedding or car seats
Baby Care - items used for baby!
swaddles / sacks, gates, cloth diapers, bottles, utensils, home safety, video/audio monitors,
bibs, diaper bags, pacifiers, bed rails, sound/noise machines etc.
Books
Picture/Board Books (0-5yrs), Early readers (5-7 yrs), Young readers/Chapter(7-12yrs)
pregnancy, parenting, nursing books etc.
Toys
wooden toys, infant/toddler sensory & learning toys (Fisher Price, Little Tikes etc.),
puzzles, ride on toys, push toys, board games, arts/crafts, dolls, action figures etc.
replacement batteries $1 per battery
$5+ cleaning fee for gear, goods, toys or items that come in dirty
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Prepare for your appointment
NO vintage accepted.
all clothing goods must be from 2015 to current
baby gear & goods must be from 2011 to current
Follow these 3 easy steps to make your consignment experience the most successful.
1. Sort your clothing and goods:
GREAT-condition items are NEW or look new
have retained it's shape and color
and bears little to no signs of wear and tear.
GREAT condition items are what we want to see!
GOOD-condition items show signs they were pre-loved!
are slightly faded or misshapen,
may be pilled or fuzzy
and look a bit dull and worn.
Good condition items should NOT be brought for consideration, but should be responsibly DONATED!
POOR-condition items have lived their best life!
they are damaged, stained, pilled, misshapen/shrunken, threadbare or has holes in it.
Poor condition items should NOT be brought for consideration, but should responsibly RECYCLED.
2. Prepare your GREAT condition items & accessories:
make sure clothing items are clean and recently laundered.
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button, zip and/or snap fasteners
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remove name tags or initials
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place multi piece outfit items together (must be originally purchased multi-piece outfit, same size & brand)
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shoes should be clean, scuff free and no debris in the treads/soles
Toys, books, baby care + gear should be wiped down to remove all dirt, dust, smudges and stains.
Gear items should have seats + straps remove and washed. $5+ cleaning fee for dirty items.
Include working batteries for any battery operated items. $1 per battery fee.
3. Pack up your items for your scheduled appointment:
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Fold clothing neatly and bring to your appointment in a reusable tote, shopping bag, basket, bin or box. We WILL NOT review clothing brought in garbage bags!
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games, puzzles, toys or other items with small or detachable parts should be placed in clear zipper bags.
the key to consignment? >>> CONDITION!
At your appointment...
Appointments typically run about 10-15 minutes long.
We will review all of your items while you wait, allowing you to poke around the store.
Items we do not accept are returned to you at the end of your appointment.
Inventory email is sent when your items are inventoried.
Consignment terms are 60 days / 40% earnings.
Appointment Request!
Click above button to request an appointment. Please note that our appointments for the current season may be booked in full. This is a request only and not a guarantee for an appointment.
Terms & Conditions
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Your items will be inventoried and displayed for 60 days. Depending on current stock levels, we may hold your merchandise for up to 10 days before it is inventoried. An ITEM LIST REPORT email is sent to you when items are entered, priced and displayed. Consignment term begins with the date of your email.
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Pricing is approximately 1/4 to 1/3 of retail price. New in Box or New with Tags is up to 3/4 of retail price. Items found to be in less that great condition at the time of inventory will be subject to donation without notice to the consignor.
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Prices may be reduced by 30% or more after 15 days depending on fluctuating demand. Set prices may also be discounted during a consignment period for 'category discounts' (i.e jean's sale), store events and end of season sales.
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40% of the clothing/accessories (up to 50% of gear) SOLD during your consignment term is yours. Checks are issued UPON REQUEST at the end of your 60 day term. Balances can be used, any time during or after your consignment term, toward in-store purchases, including a 15% discount on the credit total.
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Account Balances do not expire and remain on account until either used in the store or paid out.
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PAY OUTS for sold goods is done by request only. No automatic payments are made.
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PICK UP OF UNSOLD ITEMS IS NOT ALLOWED, unless specifically arranged at the time of consignment and is LIMITED to high end items reselling for $25 or more. Unsold items at the end of your consignment term become property of Apple of My Eye and will be donated to a local charity of our discretion. Donation receipts are available upon request.
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unsold items at the end of a consignment term are considered EXPIRED and become property of Apple of My Eye. Expired items may be sold as such or donated to MassAppeal Int'l at the discretion of the store. Year end donation receipts are available upon request.