Consigning at The Little Lamb Boutique
Do you have baby clothes piling up in a room, closet, or section of your house awaiting delivery to the local salvation army or consignment shop? Your wait is over! By consigning online you can reach an audience larger than your local community and have the opportunity to reach buyers globally without leaving your home. Turn those items into cash, credit or donate to charity!
Why sell consignment? Why sell it online?
We offer flexible consignment terms hassle free shopping, any season, any time.
Guilt free shopping- We offer rewarding alternatives to your ordinary everyday finds while helping to facilitate responsible shopping habits by offering exceptional prices. Shopping AND consigning with us offers you a unique way to find treasures for your little ones. It’s guilt-free because our prices are so reasonable. It’s good for the environment because it can cut back on the amount of trees we cut down! Ok, so we’re not consigning paper clothes, but one responsible action leads to another, you get the picture.
Trustworthy Company- Moms seal of approval. We’re moms just like you. We want to create the best possible environment for our little ones to grow up in. WE stand by our word and the products we post. Not sold? Give us a try, it is our goal to provide you with the highest customer service possible. You won’t be disappointed!
Positive and Flexible Consigning Experience- We’ve consigned before, we get it. We’re busy, its hard to find the time to do all the things we do as mommies as it is. Shopping and finding cute outfits for our kids shouldn’t be yet another chore, it sure isn’t for us (in most cases :) so we want it to be an extremely positive experience for you as well.
Inspiration- We love gathering inspiration to dress our kiddos in the cutest outfits. Let's face it, our time to dress them the way we want is limited, so we want to offer the cutest possible items. Look for monthly inspirational posts, ready made outfits, (cute little coordinates we create) and tips from other mommies (moms helping moms) right here on our website.
FAQ's
Consigners
Shoppers
Consigners
Do you accept items other than children’s clothing?
At this time we are only accepting soft goods including children’s clothing and shoes sizes newborn to 5t, hats,
blankets, diaper bags, and bedding. However, we will soon be accepting décor, educational toys, books, CD’s and DVD’s.
How do I prepare my items for pick up?
Preparing your items for pick up is easy. Make sure your items are clean, freshly laundered and free of stains. Place
them in a bag and schedule a pick up. If you will not be home, make sure each bag is marked "The Little Lamb Boutique"
and each bag labeled with your first and last name and phone number. Because our very 1st concern is the health and safety of our children we regret that we cannot accept clothing from smoking environments.
How do I set up an apt to consign?
Setting up an appointment is easy, just fill out the Make an Appointment Form and a representative will get back with you
within 24 business hours to confirm your appointment date and time.
How do I ship my items?
If you are out of state, we would still love to work with you! Since we cannot offer free pick up for you items, we can offer
you another perk as a valued consigner. As an out of state consigner you will receive a credit for the cost of shipping to
offset the cost. We will also offer a 50/50 split for all your consigned items.
How long will it take for me to receive a check?
Checks for proceeds will be processed on the 20th of every month, for items sold the previous month. If you would like to
use your proceeds as a store credit, 20% will be added to your total. No checks will be cut for any amount under $10.00.
These proceeds will be rolled over until the next payment period.
How long are the items posted on the site?
Items are posted on our site for a 90 day cycle.
How will I know if my items have sold?
For an update on your account you may contact us by phone or e-mail and we will provide you with your account balance.
You may choose to receive a check for your sold items (for amounts greater than $10) or use it as a credit (20% towards
a purchase).
What brands do you accept?
We are open to all things cute and adorable, however, we try to offer brands that offer a second third and sometimes
even a forth life, basically things that are just too cute to pass up. We want to choose things that others will love just as
much as much as you once did. Check out our Brands we Accept page for more information.
What happens if my items don’t sell?
At the end of your cycle if there are unsold items there are a couple of options:
1. We can swap the items out to our sister store where they can have a run there (terms and conditions may vary)
2. You can donate them to us for distribution to a charity (Receipts may be provided upon request)
3. We can hold on to an item and retry to sell it the following season.
What if I just want to donate?
We gladly accept and appreciate donations. We will make a charitable contribution in your name.
What if you don’t accept any of my clothing?
If we deem your items unsellable because of condition or age we are happy to schedule a time for you to pick up your items. We are also happy to donate your items to one of our charities. For out-of-town clients, please be sure to call or
e-mail us with any questions or concerns that you may have prior to sending your items so that we may address your concerns.
When do my items get posted?
Items are usually posted within 14 days of receipt depending on the space. Although we post items year round, we try to
do our very best to accommodate the current season. When there is space we can and will post other seasons items as
well.
Shoppers
Do you accept returns?
Unlike many consignment shops, we DO accept returns. Returns may be made within 10 days of receipt for store credit.
Exchanges only. Item(s) must be in original condition with TTLB (and others if applicable) still attached.
Do you offer free shipping?
Unfortunately at this time we do not offer free shipping, however we will offer you a credit much like the shipping credit.
(Out of town CONSIGNERS only.) We do however offer low shipping cost. As parents we understand the need for a good
deal. We are working to offer free shipping. Please be patient as we work on this goal.
How do I know if an item is true to size?
We understand that different brands fit differently. We do our best to give detailed descriptions and measurements of the
brands we offer. Please contact us if you would like more specific information regarding a size.
How long does it take for me to receive my items?
We do our best to get your order to you as quickly as possible. Once your order has been processed, we will mail it out
the next business day (same day if ordered before 12noon Mountain Time) If you need an item expedited, we are more
than happy to accommodate. Please call or e-mail us directly to arrange.
Should I buy an item based on these photos?
Yes! We have a very discerning eye Just see what our moms are saying. We do our best to offer you the best photos,
descriptions, and as much detail about an item when we post it. If there is something that needs to be brought to the
shopper’s attention, we will highlight it. Rest assured that we stand behind our motto offering quality children’s consignment.
Where do you store the clothes for sale?
So glad you asked! We have an onsite, climate controlled storage that we use to store all of our clothing on racks. It’s just
like walking into your children’s closet, but bigger!
Consignment Terms and Conditions
The Little Lamb Boutique will market your items for a period of 90 days. After this period, any unsold items will be removed from the site. We will notify you via e-mail approximately 10 days prior to your cycle being over. At this time you will have 2 options. 1. You may request for your unsold items to be returned to you. 2. You may donate your items to the boutique (which at that time they become the property of TLLB. Any items not picked up within 10 days of notification will be donated.
You will receive 40% of the sale price for items that sell. All prices (regular and sale) will be determined and set by TLLB and may be discounted at our discretion.
Checks for proceeds will be processed on the 20th of every month, for items sold the previous month. If you would like to use your proceeds as a store credit, 50% will be added to your total. No checks will be cut for any amount under $10.00. These proceeds will be rolled over until the next payment period.
We accept clothing sizes Newborn- 5T. All clothing must be freshly laundered, free of stains, rips and odors. If you have sets, make sure they are together so they will be priced accordingly.
Toys: Must be clean and in working condition and have all the accessories. If a toy is battery operated, please be sure it is working when picked up/ mailed. We do not accept stuffed animals for allergy purposes. We check all toys for recalls. We accept books, CD’s and DVD’s that are suitable for infants through preschool or related to parenting or infant development. We also accept blankets, sheets and Bedding sets. All must be cleaned and stain free.
Any of the items that we cannot sell due to condition, overstock etc. will be mailed back to you within 10 days of notification by e-mail. You will have another 10 days to refuse your items. If we do not receive a reply from you, after 10 days your item(s) will be considered donations.
The Little Lamb Boutique reserves the right to refuse items that do not fall within our guidelines.
Step 1. Apply for a Consigner Account ( )
Step 2. Schedule an apt for us to pick up your items or Ship Us Your Items (accessories, clothing, shoes only. Please contact us about all other items prior to mailing) Please ship only items that are in good working condition, clean, free of stains, holes, or major wear. Items that we feel are not saleable in The Little Lamb Boutique will be returned to you. We will call to arrange pick up (out of town clients items will be mailed back to you. You will not be charged for returned items. Or you can choose to donate them.
Step 3. Upon the sale of your item(s) you will receive a check for 40% of the profit or 50% credit that you can use to shop at The Little Lamb Boutique. Checks are issued and mailed out on the 20th of the month. Or you can choose to donate your proceeds and receive a tax deductible receipt.
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