1. JBF Consignor 101 What you need to know to be a tagging pro!

2. Jbfsale.com

3. Seller, Log in & Referral Information

4. JBF Profile

5. Online Tagging

8. Tagging Tips! Make sure to print all tags on white, cardstock: Paper will tear and non-white cardstock may not scan well or can look dingy (off-white). Safety pins: please use commercial grade 1&1/16" (No. 1) or larger safety pins: no straight pins or small pins. Be careful with larger than 2" (No. 3) safety pins and use good judgment when it comes to pinning on leather, suede and other textiles that leave holes. In these cases, you will want to pin the tag onto the clothing label at the back of the neck or waist, where it is visible. NEVER use a tagging gun through the garment fabric, use the label or inside neck/waist seam to tag through. Safety pins can be used on the pocket area unless the fabric is satin or some other specialty fabric. You can use any hangers: Wire, retail store, plastic tube, etc. Need hangers? Click here!Click here!

9. Right/Wrong Way to Hang: shorts, pants & skirts ALWAYS pin to the top slopes of the hanger, so items don’t bunch and slide on the hanger. All items should be hung so that the hanger looks like “?” when looking at it from the front. You can layer outfits (pin pants to back of shirt (through hanger so it doesn’t weigh and damage the shirt) etc. and you can safety pin/rubberband multiple hangers together for multi-piece outfits. Make sure to list pieces on tag, in case they get separated.

10. Keep clothing sorted by gender/size! If you will keep your clothing sorted by gender/size, tagging will be a breeze…but so will drop-off! All racks are sorted by gender/size, which saves you time if you are organized! Button all buttons, snap all snaps, clip any loose threads and zip all zippers! Put matching socks, hats, etc. in ziploc bags and pin to the hanger of appropriate outfit.

11. What will you need to tag? White cardstock to print your tags on…NO copy paper (it tears too easily) Safety pins or a tagging gun Clear, packing tape (not masking, duct or Scotch tape) Painter’s tape for tagging books Children’s hangers for outfits under Size 7, Adult hanger for Size 7 and bigger Curling ribbon, yarn, zip ties, etc. To attach tags to items that are not easily taped. Batteries (all items need to be dropped off in working condition) Ziploc bags! These can make tagging SO easy. Buy at the dollar store and make sure to tape closed the opening! This is Packing Tape

12. Think Security, Presentation & Price to SELL! When you are preparing your items for the sale, make sure your items are secure…use parts of boxes to tape smaller items inside of ziploc bags to keep them from getting lost! Make your items easy to look at, easy to scan the tag and make sure everything is CLEAN and COMPLETE! Price to Sell…don’t go to all of the work of tagging only to pick-up your items because you have priced too high. Use the pricing guidelines if you’re not sure! And list the “Retail Price is $X” if your item is pricey, so moms know what your item cost new!pricing guidelines

13. Recalls, Crib & Carseat Waivers Make sure you check your items for recalls before you bring them because we are unable to accept recalled items. Click Here for Recall Info!Click Here ALL Cribs and Carseats must have a waiver in order for us to accept them. To print out waivers for your items, please Click Here!Click Here

14. Examples of Great Tagging: If you have lots of similar items or a group of small items, use cardboard and clear, plastic wrap to display. You could also use ziploc bags!

15. Using Ziploc Bags! Anything with lots of pieces should be put in a ziploc bag and then taped to any larger items….and list EVERYTHING that should be included: (for example the kitchen above) Step 2 Play Kitchen w/two large bags of accessories.

16. Using Clear, Packing Tape Use clear, packing tape to keep items together and to keep lids on!

17. Tagging Large Items When you have large items, keeping all of the parts together is key! Here are some ways you might use! TIP: If you are taping over stickers or paint, wrap the area with clear, kitchen wrap to make sure the tape does not peel them off!

18. Shoes… Shoes with tag can be put together in a ziplock bag or… -> use ribbon, zip ties, yarn, etc. to keep the shoes together and to attach the tag.

19. Ziploc Bags or Clear Plastic Kitchen Wrap

20. Be Creative in Your Tagging… Be creative and make your items stand out…and show how well you take care of your items…this means MORE SALES for you!

21. Grab Bags…EASY! Sleepers and Onesies, up to Size 5T, can be put into ziploc bags instead of hung…up to three per bag! Items that are hung do sell better. If you like – you can attach the Ziploc to a hanger as well. Have tons of like items you want to tag as a group? Just make sure moms know what’s inside, like: Bag of Boys Toddler Toys or 3 new pacifiers, bibs, bottle and bows.

22. Books, Games, DVDs… Attach tags with painters tape to protect books books from tearing. If you want to bundle sets, just wrap in plastic kitchen wrap, tie with string or put in ziploc bags. List titles on tag! Make sure all games/DVDs are free from scratches and seal with packing tape, wrap in plastic kitchen wrap or place in a ziploc bag.

23. High-Priced Items…tell us! If you have high-priced items, please let us know so that we can take extra security measures to keep your items visible and secure on the floor! Tell us during drop-off if you have a diaper bag, purse, breast pump, etc. that need some extra security measures!

24. The Fine Print…. Consignor Fee: $15 deducted from your sales. ID: Make sure you bring your government issued ID (part of reselling in NYC) for Consignor Check In/Drop Off. Season: Summer clothing will be accepted for 3T sizes on up. Jeans are just fine! We always accept: any season for Preemie – 2T & Maternity clothing AND All-Season wear, such as raingear and uniforms/costumes. Drop-off: You put your items out on the sales floor…so having your items organized will make this a breeze! Pick-up: Your items will be ready for you when you come to pick-up. All items are donated if you cannot come during the scheduled pick-up time. Battery Fee: A $1 charge will be deducted from a consignor’s sales for every battery JBF has to replace in order to sell an item. Checks are mailed two weeks after the sale ends.

25. What we are Unable to Accept: Recalled Items Car Seats 5 years or older than the date of manufacture. Anything that does not meet current safety standards (drop side cribs, for example). Anything missing pieces Any Items with STAINS, TEARS, MISSING/BROKEN PARTS – (Check for stains especially on pant and sleeve cuffs and for milk stains – under good lighting helps!) STUFFED ANIMALS (they just don’t sell) – (We DO accept battery operated or character stuffed animals like Elmo!) Items without working batteries Used bottle nipples, pacifiers, plastic pump parts (the ones that have contact with milk) Single use breast pumps Mattresses Crib bumpers Imitation or Knock-Off merchandise.

26. Have Questions: Just Ask! We would LOVE to see you on our Facebook page…we’ll post up to the minute info here such as – “Sales are now posted online!”Facebook page Questions? Email me at shannonarias@jbfsale.com or call at 618-967-9270 We are so glad you found us and have decided to sell. I cannot tell you HOW appreciative families and Sanctuary for Families were at our last event, to now have something like this here in NYC. Thank you!