We’re headed into a new season and it’s back-to-school time for many of our kids. For kids that grow a size or two every year, that means purchasing a whole new wardrobe! We all know kids can be notoriously hard on clothes and babies only wear them for a few months at a time, so why not try to save a few dollars by buying gently used clothes at a local consignment sale or shop? If you’re looking to declutter and make some money at the same time, this list will also help you find a location where you can sell the kid’s clothes you no longer need! Make sure to click on the links for more details about how to shop these sales and don’t forget to check out our post on Free Clothing and School Supplies!
Seasonal Columbus Consignment Sales
Just Between Friends – August 19-21, 2016 at the Franklin County Fairgrounds
MOPS Children’s Clothing Resale – August 20, 2016 at The Naz
Three Bags Full – these consignment sales happen at various locations around the Columbus area. Here are the upcoming locations and dates for fall:
- Hilliard: August 31 – September 3, 2016 at the Franklin County Fairgrounds
- Croton: September 21-24, 2016 at Hartford Fairgrounds 4-H Center
- Pickerington: October 12-15, 2016 at The Grove Community Christian Church
- Delaware: November 2-5, 2016 at Highpoint Nazarene Church
- Newark: November 16-19, 2016 at Community Wesleyan Church
Kiddie Consignment – September 24, 2016 at Grace Polaris Church
Columbus Mothers of Twins Sale – September 24, 2016 at Resolute Athletic Complex
Local Consignment Stores
2nd Times A Charm
24 S. Grener Ave
Columbus, OH 43228
Childish Things
1230 N Columbus St
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 409-8013
Fashion Savvy Kids
1058 Mt Vernon Rd
Newark, Ohio 43055
Phone (740) 366-5254
Once Upon a Child – a resale shop carrying clothes, toys and baby items, there are 6 locations in the Columbus area.
Plato’s Closet – a clothing store geared toward juniors, there are 5 locations in the Columbus area.
Local Thrift Stores
Salvation Army Family Thrift Store Locations
Volunteers of America Thrift Store Locations
Buying Online
There are also resources online for buying gently used clothing. There are many buy/sell pages on Facebook, even broken down by the neighborhood you live in. Many moms swear by eBay for snagging special items. Check out Ohio Mom to Mom Sales Facebook Page where many consignment sales in Ohio are posted.
A few tips for shopping consignment sales:
- Some sales allow you to purchase a ticket for early entry. I find this helpful if you’re looking for a hot item or clothes for older kids (which are usually harder to come by and not in as great of shape.)
- Most of the sales I have been to provide bags for shopping, but you may want to bring your own bag just in case.
- If you consign at a sale, you often get the first opportunity to shop.
- Show up early for the best selection.
- Wear comfortable shoes and clothing and don’t carry a large purse that will get in your way.
- Check for stains and holes as you shop; most sales do not allow returns.
- Make sure to check what forms of payment are accepted at the sale.
