SELLERS

Say goodbye to the stress of selling online and awkward meet ups.

Selling with The Kids Collective is an easy alternative to marketplace and low paying consignment stores. We offer families a sustainable way to de-clutter, earn money and reduced their carbon footprint.

Selling offers you the opportunity to earn 60-75% of your sales. The process is simple, and the benefits are endless. Kids grow fast, and expenses add up. Sell your kids' outgrown and outplayed items and earn cash.

6 simple steps to selling

Register as a Seller for the upcoming Sale (HERE).
Print tags.
Prep and Tag your items (too busy to prep and tag, see our Tagging Services).
Bring your items to the sale on the designated day/time.
Pick up unsold items (or donate).
Receive your payment and enjoy your clean playroom and closet.

Discount and Donate

Choose to donate your unsold items after the sale to our partnered charities instead of picking up.

Sunday is half price day, select to price your items 50% off on the last day to increase your sales

Who can sell? How much do I make?

The Kids Collective is open to the public.

Anyone is welcome to SELL….

Each seller will earn a minimum of 60% of their asking price. If you volunteer to work shifts during the sale, you can earn up to 75%.
A $20 registration fee is deducted from each consignors sale payout. Early Bird registration - register before December 31, 2025, the registration fee is only $10.
Sellers receive (2) passes to the Seller’s Sale, allowing you & a guest to shop before the public.
Sellers tag & bring their items to the sale, and then pick up (or donate) unsold items at the end of the sale.
Sellers are NOT required to be on-site during the event.
Payment is processed two weeks after the Sale.
Sellers MUST choose a check-in time!

Preparing Your Items

Set yourself up for a successful sale!

Follow these simple steps to make sure your items are accepted, easy to shop, and likely to sell quickly.

Clothing Guidelines

Clean, wrinkle-free, and in season (e.g., no winter coats in spring sale)
No stains, holes, fading, or excessive wear
All zippers must work, and buttons should be intact

Shoes

Clean and in great condition — no excessive wear, scuffs, or dirty soles
Secure shoes together using zip ties, rubber bands, or place in clear bags
Attach tag to the tongue

Toys, Games, Books & Puzzles

Must be complete, clean, and working
Include all pieces; all electronic items must have working batteries
Tape boxes shut or bag small parts securely
Use painter’s tape (not packing tape) on books to avoid damage

Baby Gear & Equipment

Items like strollers, bouncers, highchairs, carriers, must be: clean, safe, fully assembled, with no recalls — check before listing

Bagged Items / Small Accessories

Use clear Ziploc-style bags for socks, hair bows, bibs, etc.
Tape the bag shut and attach your tag to the outside

Acceptable Items

We accept a wide variety of gently used children’s and maternity items. Everything must be clean, in good condition, and seasonally appropriate for the upcoming sale.

• Season-specific boys & girls clothing in sizes preemie to 12

• Season-Specific shoes: runners, boots, sandals,

• Nursing clothing & accessories (belly bands, bras, nursing pillows, etc.)

• Breast pumps, without tubing, shields, etc. Only pump motors are accepted.

• Toys, books, games, puzzles, etc.

• Strollers, highchairs, carriers, bouncy seats, walkers, etc.

• Rocking chairs, nursery decor, playpens, etc.

• Outdoor play equipment, bikes, wagons, slides, water tables, ride-on toys, etc.

• Sporting equipment; Hockey gear/equipment, soccer cleats, skating or dance attire, etc.

• Almost any item your baby or child used, as long as it meets our standards

Pricing Guidelines

Price your items at 25–40% of their original retail value, depending on brand, condition, and demand.

Pricing Tips

• Condition matters: Like-new/new items can go for closer to 40–50% of retail; more worn = lower price.

• Bundle items: There is a minimum price of $2 per item. If a single item won’t bring $2 on its own, consider bundling like items for a higher price. Group small items (like socks, onesies, books) into sets to raise perceived value. Put pants and shirts together for a complete outfit.

• Be competitive: This is a high-volume sale—pricing too high often means your item gets passed up.

• Price in $1.00 increments: Round numbers make checkout quicker (e.g., $2.00, $5.00, $7.00).

• Consider marking “Discount: Yes”: Items marked to discount typically sell much better on the final sale days.

• Avoid emotional pricing: Just because something was expensive new doesn’t mean it will sell high used price it to move.

Sample Prices

Baby/Toddler Clothing $2 – $6
Brand-Name Outfits $5 – $15
Coats & Jackets $8 – $20
Shoes (infant–youth) $3 – $20
Pajamas & Sleepwear $2 – $6
Maternity Clothing $4 – $12
Books (board/picture) $2 – $4
Toys (small–medium) $2 – $10
Large Toys / Ride-ons $10 – $30+
Baby Gear (bouncer, etc.) $10 – $40
Strollers & Carriers $20 – $100+ (brand-dependent)
Highchairs, Play Yards $15 – $100+
Furniture (cribs, dressers) $40 – $150+

Tagging

Tagging Tips

Only use the approved tagging system – handwritten tags or any other variation will not be accepted

Tags must include:

Item description- include as many details as possible
Size
Price
Consignor number
Discount yes/no
Donate yes/no
Attach tags securely:
- Tagging gun or safety pins for clothes
- Zip ties or painter’s tape for hard goods
- Never use staples, straight pins
- Do not cover tags with tape or plastic as the scanners won’t be able to read
- ALL items must be checked for recall notices. You may do so through the manufacturer's website or Healthy Canadians.
Securely hang all clothing on wire or thin plastic hangers with the hanger hook facing left (like a question mark “?”).
Attach tag with a tagging gun or safety pin to an inside seam or manufacturer's original tag. *Pinning on/through the garment will leave a hole and make your item less desirable.
Pant/shorts should be hung with safety pins to the top corners of the hanger.

Items Needed for Tagging

The following items will be necessary to prepare your items for the sale:

• Strong Safety Pins (1.5”-2”)

• Scissors

• Clear packing tape

• Painter’s tape

• Tagging Gun or small safety pins (for attaching tags to items)

• Zip Lock bags- various sizes (for toys, small pieces)

• Zip Ties (for shoes, to connect hangers for bundling)

• Hangers – wire or thin plastic preferred (be mindful of size- kid clothes =small hanger)

• 60lb-67lb WHITE Cardstock paper for printing tags

• Lint roller (last-minute touch-ups)

• Magic Erasers (great for shoes)

• Scent booster beads (great for ensuring your clothes smell fresh)

• Batteries (all electronic items must have working batteries at check-in)

• ITEMS MUST COME PREPARED! TAGGED, HUNG, BAGGED, CLEANED!

Final Checklist

• Items are clean, complete, and current season

• Clothing is hung properly with the tag visible

• Toys & gear are functional with batteries

• No recalled, damaged, or outdated items

• Tags are securely attached

• Items are organized and ready for check-in

The better your items look, the faster they’ll sell — and the more money you’ll make!

Seller Check-In: What You Need to Know

Before the shopping begins, consignors must check in and drop off their items.

Here’s what to expect and how to be prepared for a smooth experience:

Before You Arrive

Group items by category and size. This speeds up inspection and helps with organizing the sales floor.
Check your item count limit (if there is one).
Make sure all items meet quality standards:
- No stains, rips, odors, or excessive wear
- All parts included (toys, gear, etc.)
- Batteries working (for electronic toys, swings, etc.)
- Seasonally appropriate clothing
- Items should be clean and securely fastened

What Happens at Check-In

Visit the Check in table right inside the venue's front door. A volunteer here will direct you where to drop your items. Turn in your signed Seller Agreement and receive any additional information about the sale.
Drop your clothing items at a drop-off station. A volunteer will begin verifying that your items meet our quality standards.
Assemble your large items – Once approved, assemble furniture, climbing toys, strollers, open playpens, etc., in the large items area.
Return to your drop-off station & collect any ‘No Thank You’ Items. Please do not be offended if we do not accept all of your items; it’s easy to miss a stain or a small tear. And at the end of the day, we know what sells.
Pick Up Your Presale Pass. If you're eligible for early shopping perks, you’ll receive your presale pass at this time.

That’s it! You can expect to be at check-in for approximately 15-30 minutes, depending on the number of items you have consigned.

Clothing items should be bundled by gender AND size (tape hangers together with painters tape). Items that require set-up or assembly MUST be done at check-in by the Seller. Any electronic item will be tested – ensure it has working batteries.

Be mindful when picking your check-in time if you have large items that will require additional help/assembly. If the time you need has been taken, please contact us to make other arrangements. We will be able to accommodate you with a new time for large items only.

After Sale Pick-Up

Pick-up will be Sunday, March 16th from 9am –12pm.

Any items not picked up in the allotted timeframe will be donated, no exceptions. An additional $25 fee will be deducted from your proceeds if you do not show up to pick up AND you have not donated your items.

SORTING TAKES TIME! If you do not plan to return to pick up your items, please tag them as donated!