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September 25, 2010Hours: 8:30am-2 & Kansas National Guard Armory |
Little Britches is a semi-annual consignment sale event specializing in high quality, gently used infant, children's and maternity items that has served the Manhattan, Kansas area since 2003. Whether you have a new addition to your family or a hard-to-fit tween, Little Britches has something for everyone! We look forward to seeing you at our next sale. |
Clean out and cash in at the same time!
Shop before the public at the Consignors Only Presale and the Consignor Only 1/2 price Presale - that's 2 presales just for consignors!
Receive 65% of your selling price as opposed to 50% you get at most consignment stores
You set the price of your items!
Decide if you want items marked to 1/2 price and if you want to donate items to charity
Drop off your items and all the work and advertising is done for you
Help other families get the items they need at great prices
Recyling your items helps our environment
It only costs $8.00 to consign (this is withheld from your profit check)
If you have problems viewing the videos, you can watch them here.
Learn how to create and account and register for the sale. |
Learn how to enter your items into inventory and print your tags. |
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Ready to consign? Just sign up and create and account or go to the consignor home page and register for the new sale if you have consigned with us before!
What's New For Returning Consignors
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Consignor Homepage (for returning consingors and new consignors with an account).
What We AcceptClothing - preemie to juniors. Current styles in very good to excellent condition. Spring/summer sale: bring your spring and summer clothing items. Denim jackets and light windbreakers are fine but avoid fleece, sweaters and heavy coats. Fall/winter sale: bring your warm clothing, jackets and halloween costumes but leave sleevless shirts, shorts and bathing suits for the spring/summer sale! Shoes - must be in new to excellent condition Maternity Clothing - all seasons. Nothing over 5 years old. Nursery Items - decor, bedding, cribs**, furniture, bed rails, monitors, etc. Play Equipment - outdoor and indoor playsets, playhouses, slides, tents, etc. Sporting Equipment -bikes, basketball goals, riding toys, skates, etc. Nursing and feeding - pillows, pumps (medical grade only), pads (new in original packaging), etc. Toys, Books, Software,Videos, Games, Etc. - all electronics must have working batteries. Games, puzzles and toys must be complete have all parts and be in good working order. NEW! Extra Large Items - Do you have an item that is too large to bring to the sale like a piano or a trampoline? We are now hosting an online classified ad service called LB Marketplace. List your item for 6 months for $10. Not limited to children's items. Email us for details. ** Please fill out our car seats and/or cribs checklist (found under "Printables" tab) for each of these items you intend to bring to the sale. The Consumer Product Safety Commission just issuedthe largest recall of drop-side cribs in history. You, as the seller, are responsible for checking on the safety of the crib you are selling and verifying it has not been recalled.Go to www.cpsc.gov, www.recalls.gov or visit the manufacturer's website. |
What We Cannot Accept
Little Britches will not sell any item that has been recalled or otherwise unsafe. Here are a few suggestions:
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Little Britches uses a bar coding system for sales tags. Each item you bring will need it's own unique bar coded sale tag. To do this, each item is entered into your computer and then a tag is printed -- don't worry it's EASY!! If you haven't done so, you will need to register for the sale before you start to enter items.
Instructional videos for creating your account and entering items can be found in the "How-to Videos" tab above.
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Entering Items
Deadline for registration, item entry and tag printing: September 19th @ 11:30 pm
Items worth $50 or more -
You may now choose to reduce items worth $50 or more to less than 50% for our 1/2 price sale. For example, if you have a crib you are selling for $100 and you don't want to mark it down 1/2 price ($50) but you would be willing to mark it down to $75, you can reduce it to that amount. Here's what to do:
Create 2 tags (this is the ONLY occasion you will need 2 tags for one item)
The great thing about Little Britches is that you get to set the price of your own items. Here are a few suggestions:
You can print out a copy of these instructions from the "Printables" page.
Tagging Tips! Ways To Increase Your Earnings!Don't wait until the last minute!!! Pace yourself and take the time to do the little extras that make your items stand out. Enter your large items FIRST!!! Cribs, stollers and other large items sell better and faster and will make you more $$ than smaller items. Don't run out of time before you get to your big items! Snap it, zip it, button it up, wash it! Use a defuzzer on pilly sweaters and fleece. Use the largest hanger possible without overstretching the item. The better it looks and smells, the better it sells! Attach owner's manuals or download information off the internet. The more shoppers know about an item, the better. Toys are big sellers but they have to be CLEAN and have all the parts - there are frequently identical items, so make yours shine! Hang and group similar items together before entering into the bar code system, it will save you alot of time! Clothing needs to be grouped by size and gender for drop off anyway. Shoppers will not purchase electronic items that they can't test out. Make sure you have working batteries in the item. They can be purchased inexpensively at dollar stores. |
Hanging Clothes

Bagged Clothes
Shoes
Tagging TipTo make extra secure tags for large items, use a small strip of clear packing tape along the top edge of your price tag. With a hole punch, create a hole near the top of the tag that goes through the tape and the paper tag. Insert a zip tie through the hole and secure the tag to your item using the zip tie. That's not going anywhere! |
When taping tags to ziploc bags, use a piece of packing tape across the tag, avoiding the bar code as much as possible
Individual Items: Place sale tag securely on item with tape. Any accompanying small parts can be put in a bag, sealed with tape, and taped to the item.
Multiple items: (books, videos, toys,etc) To sell items in sets, place in ziploc bags, seal the top with tape and secure the tag to the OUTSIDE of bag with tape.
Furniture and Equipmemt: Must be assembled at the sale and have tag securely attached in a visible location. Any small pieces can be put in a ziploc bag and pinned or taped securely to the item.
Cribs: For each crib, download and complete our crib safelty checklist and bring to drop off.
Car Seats:For each car set, download and complete our car seat checklist. Little britches will not accept car seats that:
Drop Off Checklist
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Pick up times: Sunday, September 26th 4-5:30pm
You can print out a copy of this calendar from the "Printables" tab.
Sunday, Sept 19th |
Mon. Sept. 2oth |
Tues. Sept. 21st |
Wed., Sept. 22nd |
Thurs.,Sept 23rd |
Friday, Sept 24th |
Saturday, Sept. 25th |
11:30 pm Registration Deadline - All items must be entered into inventory |
*Drop Off Day | *Drop Off Day | Volunteer Presale -6:00 - 9:00 pm Consignor Presale 7:00 - 9:00 PM |
8:30 - 2 Public Sale Full Price 6:00-7:30 Volunteer No Shame Sale |
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Sunday, Sept 26th |
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4:00 - 5:30 Consignor Pick-Up 4:00 - 5:30 Donation Party |
* Go to "drop off" tab to schedule your drop off appointment.
Flyer - large sale flyer. Please print out and hang at work, clubs, church or playgroup.
Postcard - prints 4 small flyers to a page for you to hand out to friends
Car Seat Safety Checklist - complete one for each car seat and bring with you to sale
Crib Safety Checkist - complete on for each crib and bring to sale
Is there a fee to consign? Yes, there is an $8.00 fee that will be withheld from your profit check at the end of the sale.
Do I have to volunteer in order to consign? No, volunteering is optional, however, we would love to have you as a volunteer!
Is there a minimum or a limit to how many items I can bring? Our minimum is 50 items or $100 worth. At this time there is no limit to the number of items you can bring. We do encourage our consignors to bring only their best. Please distinguish between garage sale quality items and consignment quality items.
Do I get to decide the price of my items? Yes, you will decide the price of each item, if you want the item to be reduced to 1/2 off for our 1/2 price sale and if you want that particular item to be donated to charity if it doesn't sell.
Is there a deadline to entering and printing my tags? Yes, there is a deadline. It is usually midnight, the Sunday before the sale. See the Important Dates and Times tab. We STRONGLY encourage our consingors not to wait until the last day to enter their items and print their tags in the event that they (or we) have technical problems.
Why can't I use paper for my price tags? Many, many crazed shoppers will be handling your items. Paper tags will tear and fall off. We can't sell an item if the tag is gone so cardstock it is!
Will I get my hangers back? No, removing hangers makes our checkout lines far to slow. You need to sell the hanger along with the item and price accordingly. You will get hangers when you purchase items at the sale.
Where can I get hangers inexpensively? Ask y0ur friends and family! You'll be amazed at what you'll get. You can also ask the dry cleaner, retail stores, thrift stores (try Grand Ole Trunk) and dollar stores. Put a "wanted" posting on Craigslist or Freecycle. Get in the habit of saving the hangers clothes come on from the store and you'll be ready for the sale when it rolls around.
What if I've printed my tags but I want to change the price or some other option on an item? You can change an item you wish, however, you MUST reprint the tag. For security reasons we will not honor ANY change written on a tag.
What if I enter an item into the computer and then decide not to bring it? No problem, you can remove it from your inventory if online system is still open. If it's already past deadline, just bring what you have. The inventory list is for your records only, we do not check in your items or pay you based on your inventory list - we do not have the manpower to do this.
Will I need an appointment to drop off things? Yes. All consignors need to schedule an appointment to drop off their merchandise online. If you neglect to schedule an appointment, miss an appointment or are more than 10 minutes late, you may still check in during drop off times but will be asked to wait until current scheduled consignors are checked in or to come back at a later time slot.
Can I bring my children to drop off? Yes, but please keep them from playing with the items of other consignors. Parents will held responsible for any item their child makes unsellable and the child will be given a double espresso, a new puppy and sent home!
Can I bring a friend with me to the pre-sales? No, the passes are for the consignor only. It wouldn't be fair to all the other consignors if we allowed non-consignors to shop during this time. You can give your pass away, earn another pass by vounteering or talk your friend into consigning too!What if I sign up and then decide not to bring any items? No problem, you can log onto your account and unregister at any time. If the online system is shut down and you can't unregister, just send us an email and let us know not to expect you.
What if I need to change or cancel my drop off time? You can log on and make changes or cancel your drop off appointment at any time before the online system goes down which is usually the Sunday before the sale. After that time you will need to email us directly.
Do I have to pick up my items after the sale? No. You may choose to donate all your unsold items to local families in need or charities. All items not picked up by the end of the pick up period will be donated.
What if I don't pick up my items? They will be loaded on a charity truck and donated immediately after the pickup period ends.
What if my friend picks up my items but overlooked some of them?Any items left after after the pick up period are immediatley donated to charity.
How long before I'll get my profit check? Within 2 weeks. You will receive you check in the mail at the address you registered with. You can log into your account and see our statement of items sold once you receive your check. You can also have your profits sent to your Paypal account. In this case, you will most likely get your profit sooner. If you want your money in Paypal, email us your name, your Paypal recipient name, and your consingor number.
Will you provide me with a list of items that sold? After you receive your check, you can log into your account to view a list of the items you sold online.
What if one of my items comes up missing? We do our best to keep tabs on every item that comes through our doors. However, we cannot be held responsible for items lost, stolen or damaged before, during or after the sale. The best defense against theft and loss is volunteers. The more help we have on the floor, the less opportunity people have to steal.
Clean out and Cash in!Do you have gently used children's items that you need to clean out? Consign! Earn some money back on things you don't need anymore and shop early. It's fun and easy. |
Want to shop early for the best bargains? Little Britches runs completely on volunteer power. As a reward for working a 3.5 hour shift, volunteers get to shop before everyone else at their own pre-sale. You DO NOT have to consign to volunteer, you just have to want to have a good time, get great bargains and meet new friends!
Volunteer's Pre-Sale: Friday, September 24th 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Volunteer's "No Shame Sale": Saturday, September 25th 6:00 - 7:30 pm take 25% off everything!
We are going to be doing unsold items sorting, our after-sale donation event and consignor pick-up on Sunday afternoon. If you like to organize and sort - this is the shift for you.
We are looking for someone in the Manhattan area who would be able to deliver yard signs and car magnets to people whot are interested in having them. This volunteer will also be working on finding additional locations in town to put our our signs.
This is a job that requires someone to familiarize themselves with general safety standards and look for recalled items at the sale on Friday morning.
We need muscle! How about a couple of Dads to act as security and help with large items during the sale. Earns one pre-sale pass.
Helpers needed at drop off, during and after the sale. Depending on your shift, you may be asked to help collect and sort items, act as security, help with checkout, or clean-up. Each 3 .5 hour shift earns one pre-sale pass.
If you have a contact with the local newspaper and can "pull some strings" for us, this will earn you two pre-sale passes. We are always looking for coverage! Email us if you can provide this service.
Little Britches supplies flyers and signs to sites around town. Flyer packets will be mailed to you and you will have approximately 2 weeks to post them at the proper location. This earns one pre-sale pass.
To sign up for a volunteer shift, go to the "Sign Up" tab and create an account.
Please thoughtfully consider the following points before committing to a volunteer shift:
Do I have to consign in order to volunteer? No, anyone is welcome to volunteer.
How long are the shifts and what do I get for working? The shifts are 3.5 hours. We do have a few volunteer positions that are not during the sale itself like distributing flyers. If you have special needs and would like to volunteer, please contact us and we will try and accommodate you. Volunteers are able to shop before anyone else, you'll meet new friends and you'll have a good time. You can volunteer for up to 3 shifts.
Can I bring my children to my volunteer shift? No, the sale is not a safe place for young children when it is being set up. If a volunteer would like to bring an older child, over 12, please contact us before the shift and we will let you know if it's an apporpriate time for a child to be at the sale.
Can I bring a friend with me to the pre-sale? No, the pass is for the volunteer only. It wouldn't be fair to all the other volunteers who put in their time if we allowed non-volunteers to shop during this time. You can give your pass away, earn more than one pass by working more than one shift or talk them into volunteering too!Why is it so important that I work the shift I committed to? When a volunteer sign up for a shift they commit not only to help the sale but to help the other volunteers who are on the same shift. When a volunteer fails to show up, the sale suffers and the other volunteer have to work much harder to make up for the lost help.
What if I need to change my shift? You can log on and make changes or cancel your shift at any time before the online system goes down which is usually the Sunday before the sale. After that time you will need to email us directly.
What if need to cancel my shift? You can log on and make changes or cancel your shift at any time before the online system goes down which is usually the Sunday before the sale. After that time we ask that you find a suitable replacement for your shift. If you cannot do so, please let us know within 24 hours of the shift that you cannot make it.
What if I'm nursing and I need to take a break during my shift? That's fine, we encourage new mommies to volunteer! t's fine if your spouse wants to bring the baby to the sale site for you to nurse that is fine, but again, we cannot have volunteers caring for young children while they working their shift.
What if I don't complete my shift or don't work my shift? Volunteers who fail to work their shift will not be accepted as volunteers at future Little Britches sales. We need volunteers that we can count on to be there. Volunteers are expected to work their entire shift in order to attend the pre-sale
Let our customers become your customers!
Little Britches services hundreds of families in Manhattan and the surrounding communities. We want to help you share your family friendly business with them. Space is limited. Participation is on a first-come, first serve basis and only one representative per company (i.e. Mary Kay, Tupperware, etc.) will be accepted per sale.
Web Sponsor: $25
Your banner will be featured on our homepage and a link will take visitors to either your own website or to our "Sponsor" page where you can supply additional information about your business. Sponsorship will begin from the time of your paid application to 8-10 weeks before our next sale (4-5 months). Maximum banner size is 200 pixels w x 150 pixels h. If you cannot design your own banner, we can do that for you for an additional $15.
Spectacular Sponsor Sheet Advertising: $15 single size $25 double size
Include your ad or coupon on our Spectacular Sponsors Sheet that will be handed out to the first 250 consignors and shoppers at our
next sale. Click
here to view example. Ad must be received by Monday, September 13th
Email Shoutout: $15
Include your company banner and link to your website in an email campaign that goes out to thousands of local families.
Business Affiliate: FREE
This is a promotional exchange. We will supply you with sale flyers and postcards to pass out to your customers and in exchange, we will advertise your business. Details will be negotiated on a case by case basis.
Email: lbsales@cox.net
Phone: Lisa at 785-537-8941.
During the week of the sale we are very busy. We will make every effort to return your call or email as quickly as possible. Calls and emails received on the Friday night and Saturday of the sale will most likely not be returned until the sale is over
CASA - Court-Appointed Special Advocates are volunteers from many different backgrounds who give their time to advocate for abused and neglected children in the court system. Our program is based on the principle that each child deserves a safe, permanent, nurturing home where they can thrive. Our volunteers are the difference between abuse and hope.
Sunflower CASA Project, Inc.
PO Box 158
115 N. 4th St.
Manhattan, KS 66505
785-537-6367
bridget@sunflowercasa.org
Ogden Friendship House - Ogden Friendship House UMC is a mission church offering opportunities for worship, pastoral counseling, food and clothing distribution, After School Programs, Tutoring Programs and space for nutrition classes and other community service groups.
Toys for Manhattan - The goal of the Toys for Manhattan program is to provide gifts for children and their family members living in Riley County and the surrounding area during the Christmas holiday season.
Flinthills Breadbasket - A Community Food Network that works to minimize hunger and poverty through the distribution of available food and to nurture projects that help alleviate hunger and poverty.
Infant and Toddler Services - Infant-Toddler Services offers developmental screenings and evaluations to all families with children birth to three years of age. Professional services build upon and provide supports and resources to assist families to enhance children’s learning and development though everyday learning opportunities using child interests and strengths. All services are available at no cost. For more information, please call 785-776-6363, visit our website at infant-toddler.org/ or email lonaf@manhattan.k12.ks.us

Reintegration, foster care, adoption and family preservation services. www.the-farm.org
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Since it's beginning, donation has been a large part of the vision and mission of Little Britches. As we have grown, our ability to give back has grown and we are grateful for the generosity of our shoppers and consignors who assist us in this effort. We look forward to continuing this tradition.
At Home
Consigned Item Donation: Items that consingors choose to donate are distributed in two ways. First, Little Britches hosts an "After Sale Donation Party" where individuals in need are invited to come and "shop" free of charge for the items their children need. Invitees are selected through various non-profit agencies. Secondly, all remaining items are given to a number of non-profit charities, mainly, Ogden Friendship House and Toys for Manhattan.
Flinthills Breadbasket: With help from our shoppers, consignors and the Kansas National Guard, Little Britches donated $1,500 to the Flinthills Breadbasket Backpack Program in 2009. This program supplies food to school-aged children who might otherwise not have enough to eat over the weekend. Please help us support this cause by contibuting to donation jars you can find at the checkout stations at the next sale. www.breadbasket.manhattanks.org
Away From Home
Little Britches is proud to assist Help us Learn... Give us Hope! In 2009 Little Britches donted funds to ship schools supplies to schools in war-torn countries. You can help this worthy cause by bringing your new or like new school supplies, books, backpacks or monetary donations to the next Little Britches sale or by visiting www.helpuslearngiveushope.org






