Pricing reminder!
When tagging your items, you get to decide what you want the item to sell for. Sometimes this can be tricky.....we are not a yard sale - the lowest price is $2 - so make sure it's worth at least $2 or group like things together to get a $2 value!
If you price it too low, it will sell quickly but you will not make a lot on the item.
If you price it too high, it will not sell and you will probably bring it home or end up having it donated!
So how do you decided what to sell it for?
My general rule of thumb is based on 2 things:
1) the magic number seems to be 1/4-1/3 of retail with some exceptions for New with Tags, and larger toys like Little Tikes, etc.
2) ask yourself, "what would I pay for that at a consignment store?" What would make me pick it up and buy it without hesitation? If you would buy it at that price, so would another mom!
Still not sure what to price things at? Have a look at our Pricing Tips page on our website the link for which can be found in the CONSIGNORS HQ.
In conclusion, be fair...to YOU and the SHOPPER! It will be a WIN/WIN for all. You will have it out of the house, make a little money and the shopper will have found a good deal! If it is priced right, it WILL sell! Guaranteed! Things that are leftover are usually either over priced or not marked 1/2 off or were just not acceptable to begin with and slipped through inspections -it does happen :)
Our shoppers do want bargains but they are also willing to pay a reasonable price for items as well!
Happy Tagging!
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Thursday, March 25, 2010
This Weeks Recalls
After a little lull there are suddenly a few recalls.
Evenflo Top Of the Stair Safety Gate
"The wooden slats on the gate can break or detach, posing a fall hazard when the gate is used at the top of a staircase.
In Canada, Evenflo® has received 26 reports of incidents, including one minor injury.
In the United States, Evenflo® has received reports of 142 incidents and 11 minor injuries such as bumps, scrapes and scratches. Also an additional two children gained access to the stairs and fell down some stairs.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of this product."
Infantino SlingRiderTM and Wendy BellissimoTM Infant Sling Carriers
"Health Canada and the US CPSC are concerned that, the fabric of the sling and adult's body can press against the infant's nose and mouth blocking breathing; this poses a risk of suffocation or asphyxiation.
The US CPSC has received 3 reports that infants died while in SlingRiders.
Health Canada has not received any reports of deaths or injuries related to the use of the sling."
Graco HarmonyTM High Chair
"The screws holding the front legs of the high chair may loosen and fall out, and/or the plastic bracket on the rear legs may crack causing the high chair to become unstable and tip over unexpectedly. This poses both fall and choking hazards to children.
In Canada, Elfe Juvenile Products has received 3 reports of minor injuries, such as bumps, bruises and scratches, resulting from the high chair tipping over while a child was seated in the chair.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these high chairs."
As always check to see if your model is directly related to this recall. Complete recall information can be found at Health Canada's Consumer Product Recall site
Evenflo Top Of the Stair Safety Gate
"The wooden slats on the gate can break or detach, posing a fall hazard when the gate is used at the top of a staircase.
In Canada, Evenflo® has received 26 reports of incidents, including one minor injury.
In the United States, Evenflo® has received reports of 142 incidents and 11 minor injuries such as bumps, scrapes and scratches. Also an additional two children gained access to the stairs and fell down some stairs.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of this product."
Infantino SlingRiderTM and Wendy BellissimoTM Infant Sling Carriers
"Health Canada and the US CPSC are concerned that, the fabric of the sling and adult's body can press against the infant's nose and mouth blocking breathing; this poses a risk of suffocation or asphyxiation.
The US CPSC has received 3 reports that infants died while in SlingRiders.
Health Canada has not received any reports of deaths or injuries related to the use of the sling."
Graco HarmonyTM High Chair
"The screws holding the front legs of the high chair may loosen and fall out, and/or the plastic bracket on the rear legs may crack causing the high chair to become unstable and tip over unexpectedly. This poses both fall and choking hazards to children.
In Canada, Elfe Juvenile Products has received 3 reports of minor injuries, such as bumps, bruises and scratches, resulting from the high chair tipping over while a child was seated in the chair.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these high chairs."
As always check to see if your model is directly related to this recall. Complete recall information can be found at Health Canada's Consumer Product Recall site
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
BKGC Facebook Fan Page
We wanted to let everybody know to go over to Facebook and become a Fan of Because Kids Grow Consignment!
We are running giveaway! When we reach 100 Fans we will be giving away, at random, a $20 Gift Certificate! Think of what you could buy at our sale with $20! So if you are not a fan go to Facebook and become a Fan and share it with your Friends on Facebook!
We would really like to here from you so please comment on things posted.
We will be doing a few more promotions coming up to the Sale, plus posting quick how to's and other pertinent BKGC details.
In addition we have now linked this blog to our Facebook page so it will be handier for you not to go to two different places. Look for our RSS/BLOG tab on our Facebook page Although this one is a tad prettier!
We are running giveaway! When we reach 100 Fans we will be giving away, at random, a $20 Gift Certificate! Think of what you could buy at our sale with $20! So if you are not a fan go to Facebook and become a Fan and share it with your Friends on Facebook!
We would really like to here from you so please comment on things posted.
We will be doing a few more promotions coming up to the Sale, plus posting quick how to's and other pertinent BKGC details.
In addition we have now linked this blog to our Facebook page so it will be handier for you not to go to two different places. Look for our RSS/BLOG tab on our Facebook page Although this one is a tad prettier!
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