Sale Guidelines
Following are the questions that we have been asked about consigning items in our sale. If you have a question that is not covered below please email Paula Jennings.
How do I register for the Sale?
New for Fall 2010 we will be moving to a barcode system. This new system will be help us track items better, let the consignor see what items of theirs have sold and for what amount. The link to register for the Fall 2010 Fall/Winter Sale will be posted soon.
There is a $10 entry fee for all non-MOMC member sellers. This fee must be paid before the Friday night pre-shop. You may pay the entry fee when you drop-off your items. Please make your check payable to MOMC and have your seller number on your check. The seller fee will be waived for first time consignors. A first time consignor is someone who has not signed up to sell or someone who has never sold with us before. There is no entry fee for MOMC members that are current with the current year’s membership dues.
If you have sold in a past sale then your seller number will most likely be the same. HOWEVER, you still must sign-up to sell. The deadline to register will be the Monday prior to the sale. If space is available you may sign up after this day. There will be a $10 late fee charged to anyone who signs up after the deadline.
All sellers must have a minimum of 10 items to sell.
How do I make my money?
All sellers who work a 3½-hour shift will receive 80% of their sales. Any seller who does not work a 3½-hour shift will receive 65% of their sales.
If you cannot work a shift we have a Refreshment Volunteer List. This is a limited space option and will be available on a first come first serve basis after the Refreshment List has been published under the Volunteer Sing-up Section. We will not be able to hold a refreshment spot for you before the list is published.
Checks will be mailed out approximately 10 business days after the sale.
Can I bring summer and winter items at the same time?
NO, our March sale is for spring and summer clothes. Our August sale is for fall and winter clothes. Halloween and Holiday outfits will be accepted in the fall. Swimsuits and beach attire will be accepted in the spring.
We will take school uniforms and infant sleepers at both sales.
What Sizes do you accept?
Boys: Up to kids size 16
Girls: Up to kids size 16
Shoes: Up to big kids size 6
We cannot accept juniors or adult sizes in shoes or clothes. We do not have the space. These items will be pulled out and returned to you.
What Items can I bring to sale?
We will NOT accept: pacifiers and used/open bottle nipples (please dispose of nipples before you sale your bottles)
We will NOT accept household items that would not go into a nursery or child’s room. Kids dishes, trays, cups, etc will be accepted. If you have a question on an item please contact Paula.
We can no longer take car seats that have a manufacturing date before 2003 or that is older than 6 years old. Car seats have expiration dates or date of manufacturing on the underside of seat. We strive hard to ensure that the items we have in our sale meet safety standards and are not hazardous to our children. For more information about car seat expiration date please visit this web site.
We can not take items that have been recalled. Please check with the CPSC’s website to see if you have an item that has been recalled.
Pajama's should be placed on hangers instead of in a Ziploc bag. They will sell better on a hanger than in Ziploc's.
Volunteering at the Sale / Shift Requirements?
To receive 80% of your sales you will need to work one 3½-hour shift. If you choose to work more than your required shift the sale committee will be grateful. Please let us know which shift you will use as your required shift.
MOMC members working any shift need to wear their red Mothers of Multiple t-shirt. Shirts will be available at club meetings and also at the sale. Non-Members are asked to wear a RED shirt as well.
You can sign up for your sift when you sign up to sell or by contacting Paula. Shift times are on a first come first serve basis. If you wait until the last minute to sign up, the shift you prefer may not be available.
When you arrive to work your shift please check in with the volunteer coordinator to sign-in and see where you have been assigned.
***Volunteers working a drop-off shift must leave their items in their car until after they have completed their shift. At the completion of their shift then they may then bring their items in for drop-off.
Please do not “shop” during your shift. This includes drop-off and during the actual sale.
What happens when I drop off my clothes and other items? Items must be sorted by gender, size and if matching when dropped off - the consignor will need to organize them before drop off – shift workers will not do this for you. If someone else is dropping off your items please inform them of this! Once items have been inspected shift volunteers will put the items out.
Each item will be inspected at dropped off. Any item not able to be sold will be returned to the seller with an explanation of why it has been rejected. If they seller cannot wait while their items are being inspected they can pick up their rejected items before the sale begins Friday evening. Any rejected item not picked up by Friday evening at pre-shop will be donated to the charity of the sale committee’s choice.
At drop off each seller will sign a disclaimer and a statement stating they have read and understand the sale policies. The seller will also let us know if they will be picking up their unsold items or if they are to be donated. *NOTE: By signing the disclaimer, you are agreeing not to hold the Memphis Mothers of Multiples Club (MOMC) liable for any lost, stolen or damaged items, or any damage done by the acts of God while your items are in our possession for selling purposes.
Pre-Shop Friday night for Members and Sellers
Pre-Shop Times depends on the number of Volunteer shifts a consignor/volunteer works.
3 shift Option: If you work the Friday night 5:00pm shift, Saturday 1:00pm shift and a 3rd shift of your choosing Pre-Shop at 4:15pm (This will be limited to 10 people.)
Volunteer for 1 shift 6pm - 9pm
Consignors not working a shift/MOMC Members choosing not to work a shift - 7pm - 9pm
NO CHILDREN WILL BE ALLOWED in the sale at all, not even in the building. This is for liability purposes.
Members and consignors can bring their spouse in during the pre-shop. If you need assistance please let a volunteer know and we will assist you during your shopping. We know this is an exciting and an important event for you and your family! If there is someone else paying for some of your items, please work it out with them ahead of time. If you are pregnant and your spouse cannot attend, please let us know and we will have one of our volunteers assist you in your shopping. If your spouse cannot attend you may bring 1 guest in with you for an entry fee of $10. You may not bring your spouse and a guest. .
Everyone must have a name tag when entering the sale.
MOMC MEMBERS – To be admitted to the sale your dues must be current. If they are not, you may pay at this time.
EFK SALE CONSIGNORS - Your entry fee must be paid prior to the pre-shop. If someone else is paying for your items, please work it out with them ahead of time.
Shopping Regulations
Only MOMC Members and Non-Member sellers will be allowed to shop during the Pre-Sale on Friday night. Remember to be courteous and considerate of the other shoppers. There will be NO HOARDING of clothes. This is not fair for the other shoppers who need the same size clothes. If this occurs, you will be asked to put each item back and will not be allowed to shop on Pre-Sale night.
**Large items such as strollers, cribs, high chairs, etc. will be marked “Sold" along with your last name so you can continue to shop for other items. When you are ready to pay, look for an MOMC worker to assist you in getting that item to the checkout. Friday and Saturday we will have receipts for all big items purchased. You will have to show this receipt at the door when you leave and to pickup any items left for pickup the next day. Please respect a “Sold” sticker if you see one already on an item.
EFKS special needs for each sale
WE NEED HUSBANDS to help with each sale in the following areas:
--Pick-up & set-up of racks (Wednesday night before the sale)
--Take down & returning of racks to storage (Saturday afternoon)
--To help carry out items bought during the sale on Friday night and Saturday
--Security—to stand by the door and make sure paid items are all that are leaving!
If your husband works this will count in place of you working! They will need to wear a red T-shirt during this shift. Please contact Paula, if your husband is interested in helping with any of these items.
