consignor 101

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What's 406 Consignary? We are a group of Montana mamas just like you! You get to set your prices and we do all the selling for you! No need to: wait for no shows, deal with price haggling or spend all weekend on your feet! We accept clothing infant -> teen, adult sizes & maternity, and all the accessories, toys and the gear for every age in between! When the event is over you donate or collect any unsold items with your earnings check! Zero fees are charged until an item sells. As a consignor you also get early bird access into our exclusive PreSale that will let you score amazing deals before we open to the public! Want to skip everything and know exactly how to max your $$? Scroll to the end!
A checklist of essential tools for selling, including a tissue box, scissors, ball of yarn, clothing hanger, glue gun, tape, utility knife, scissors, tape dispenser, and mug, with a reminder not to forget cardstock and printer ink.

pricing Supplies you will need 

(use what you have or follow our amazon links below)

  • Cleaning Wipes or a fresh cloth and elbow grease - all items must be fresh and clean! (used gear sells great! used cheerios... not so much)

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First Time Consignors Start Here

Returning Consignors Start Here

Returning Consignor? Please delete any inventory in your account that is no longer part of your stash (ie: sold it elsewhere, gave to a friend, etc)

Scroll below to see some of our favorite pricing tips!

A price tag for a boys' clothing set, showing a Carters Onesie Set in grey and white for 3 months. The set is labeled as item number 8327, priced at $4.50 with a discount. The tag includes a barcode, a website URL, and store information.

Top Left = (1406) this is a sample sconsignor number, all seller accounts are kept anonymous
Top Middle = The city the item was originally tagged for, consignors keep the same consignor number and price tags for any event - so no need to retag to double dip your inventory into other cities each season
Top Right = Size and Category (3m and 3-6m clothing hangs in the 3month racks)
Middle = Entering both the brand + description helps connect your price tag back to your items in the event the tag gets separated from the item
Bottom Left = BLACK DOT MEANS DONATE as soon as the current 406 week is over - this inventory will not transfer in your account to another city and will not be in your sleeping/inactive inventory for the next sale
Bottom Middle = That item’s unique ID number
Bottom Right = $4.50 is the price. Prices are listed in 50 cent increments ($2.50, $3.00, $3.50, etc) with the minimum price starting at $2 (If you feel your item is not worth $2 considering bundling it into a set with other things to increase value)

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There are literally thousands of items

that come to 406 events!

Be sure your items arrive fresh + clean! They need to be free from stains, holes, damage, missing buttons etc. It’s super easy to overlook something -even staff items have to pass inspection to make sure we’ve all tagged correctly, hung items correctly, and haven’t missed any stains etc… If an inventory checker happens to notice a spot on something, you have the option to take the item home and do another rinse and bring it back in time for PreSale (or even next time) -or- place it in the Donation Station.

Please be sure everything arrives clean

Wipe toys with cleaning wipes, damp rags or Magic Eraser, wash what you can: bouncy seats, strollers, high chairs, outdoor toys, etc.

***Think about this: 2 identical strollers for sale… one is super clean, one has road grime and snack dust… which one would you buy?

Pair of dirty black sneakers with laces, placed on a tiled floor, surrounded by stickers with emojis, a thumbs-up, a smiley face, a thank you note, and hashtag #Magiceraser.
Close-up of a stroller wheel, showing a person's legs in sneakers on a park path, with a blurred background of trees and greenery.

The clean stroller WILL sell FASTER and for MORE $$$$. A few extra minutes spent cleaning will make your paycheck much sweeter!


After your high dollar items are gathered and priced, tag your kids’ toys, outgrown clothing, shoes in good condition, books, games, feeding supplies, furniture, decor, accessories, etc.

A poster advertising outdoor toy sales featuring vintage wooden and red toy ride-on cars, with text emphasizing outdoor gear like bikes, swings, wagons, water tables, and kitchens.

Gather TOYS & HIGH DOLLAR ITEMS first

We sell about 90% of our toys,

baby equipment, outdoor gear etc.

So make sure those items look their best!

Attach price tags to toys with strong/tape/zipties. Place items in ziplock bags and tape across the top so tiny fingers don’t separate your goodies from their bags!

Secure all doors shut on doll houses, play kitchens, tool benches etc.

A wide view of a warehouse with rows of strollers and baby toys, including colorful walkers, ride-on cars, and plush toys, arranged on the concrete floor.
A row of baby strollers and carriages displayed at an indoor sale or market event.
A display of various strollers and backpacks in a store.
A collection of various clothing items hanging on wooden hangers on a white clothing rack, with a decorative leafy vine on the left side. The overlay text reads "Consignor 101 Hangers".

Use plastic, wire, clippy, or whatever hangers you have! ALL Hangers are WELCOME! Keep the free ones you get when you buy something at a place like Target, Old Navy, WallyWorld etc… (btw many stores will give you their extra hangers free - just ask them!) All clothing MUST be on hangers.

CHEAP hangers can be purchased in bundles @ thrift stores and dry cleaners.

Please use baby/children size hangers for infant sizes to about 2T ish… Use adult hangers on anything 3T and larger. You will not get your exact hangers back, but you will get to keep the hangers on the items you buy at 406 Consignary! Hangers are available Sunday after the event. First come first serve…

A printed informational flyer titled "TAGS" includes a photo of a paper label printer on a wooden desk, with details about printing tags for consignment items and instructions for using different paper stocks and printers.

Please use cardstock/coverstock paper 

(at least 60lb weight) to print tags for shoes, clothing & toys! Regular printer/copy paper is super thin and with how busy our events get- it’s super easy for a price tag to pop off your item! If an item does not have a price tag, it cannot be sold -> consignors don’t receive credit, then the item goes into lost & found.
A handmade puppet with red yarn hair, blue stitched eyes, and a yellow crocheted scarf. The puppet has a speech bubble that says, "No printer? No problem!".

Run out of ink at the last minute? Want to consign and don’t have a printer at home? You can enter all of your price tags using a cellphone, computer, or a tablet!!!

Here’s your answer on how to print :D

—> http://bit.ly/406ConsignaryHowToPrintTags

Hangers & Bundle Sets

A gray denim shirt hanging on a hanger with a black felt letter board attached to the front. The letter board reads: "TAGGING TIP: HANGERS FACE LEFT LIKE A → ? ←"

Business in the front party in the back  🥳 How to hang pants / outfits if you don’t have clippy hangers  😉  *please be sure to pin the pants to the top of the hanger and not to the back of the shirt

Illustration of a clothing set, showing the front view of a pink top and light blue pants on the left, and the back view of the same set on the right, both hanging on hangers.

  • Unless it's a specific matching SET (ie: PJs, Snow Set etc) After about 2T things sell better individually or as groupings instead of combo sets.  (ie: groups of leggings, pair of shorts)

    —-> Disclaimer: note that the price tags above are attached with safety pins- NEVER put a tagging gun through the front/back of a garment. See tagger tutorials below.

A person holding a children's striped long-sleeve shirt on a hanger in a store. The shirt is blue with green stripes and has the word 'WISCONSIN' printed on it.
A person's hand holding a white clothes hanger with a small, colorful child's swimsuit featuring pink, green, and purple spots on a white background, in a store aisle with clothing hanging on racks in the background.
A hand holding a black hanger with a set of children's clothing, including pink and gray patterned pajamas and black pants, in a retail store.

Pants

How to hang pants to sell at 406 Consignary
A pair of gray and white striped pajama pants hanging on a white hanger. A note above explains that hangers always open in the same direction as a question mark arrow, and the pants are described as "meeting" a "clippy hanger."
A gray and white striped long-sleeve clothing piece hanging on a white plastic hanger. The clothing is upside down with the sleeves pointing downward. Text on the image says 'Flip them sideways!'
Gray and white striped shorts hanging on a white hanger with the words "Hanger wider than pants?" written across it.
Gray and white striped baby jogger pants with a pink sticker that says 'Voli!' on the upper left side.
Gray and white striped pants pinned to a hanger, with a note instructing to pin the pants to the top triangle parts of the hanger, using wire.
Gray and white striped pants hanging on a wire hanger with a white background. The pants have an elastic waistband. There is a caption in black text that reads 'No clippy hanger? No problem :)' and a small diagram of a clear plastic hook with arrows pointing to it.
Clothing tag is attached to a white garment, with a needle and thread, and a metallic hanger above it. The text on the image says 'Done!!!'
A pair of khaki pants with a tag being attached through a raw seam using a tag gun, with a hand holding the tag gun.

Tops

Close-up of a pair of children's denim shorts, with a label inside reading 'Mustilda Jane.' A purple hot glue gun is pressing into a piece of paper or label, with a spiral-bound notebook partially visible in the background. The text at the top says 'Tag the tag!!! Never the clothing ;)'.
A clothing tag attached to a striped blue and white shirt, with a handwritten note and a large printed letter 'T' held in front of the shirt. The image includes text that says, 'Tada! Works with taggers or safety pins work in a pinch!'
Close-up of a baby clothing label on a gray and teal striped shirt with the text 'Carter's', 'Made in Cambodia', and a question mark. A note above reads 'No tag? No problem :)'.
A person wearing gloves and a face mask is using a hot glue gun to attach a paper tag through the raw edge on the inside of a shirt collar for label application.
Close-up of laundry with a shirt showing the side seam and a tag labeled "this!" pointing to the internal side seam.
A note taped to clothing cautioning against putting a tagger through fabric, warning it will damage the item and cause holes, with emphasis on 'NO SALE'.

Pro Tips.

  • Never place the tags on the inside of the shirt, dress, etc

  • Tags need to be easily visible for both shoppers and cashiers.

  • If the tag is not visible. It won’t sell.

  • If you place your tags on the inside hip/rib area of the shirt we will ask you to move & retag at your drop off appointment. Loveyameanit :)

A navy blue children's t-shirt with a graphic of a shark hanging on a blue hanger, taped to a beige background with torn paper edges, alongside a handwritten note about boutique bows.

Shoes

Pair of shiny pink sneakers with ribbon laces on a white surface, labeled 'Shoe Prep'.
A pair of worn pink sneakers with visible damage, including frayed seams, peeling toes, and loose stitching, with a handwritten note indicating they are checked for wear and cannot be accepted if damaged.
A pair of pink velvet sneakers with elastic laces placed side by side. The shoes have a worn, vintage look with the insides visible. There is a humorous message overlay that says, "Toss 'em in the wash!!! Light cycle - trust me fam, if it can't handle a spin cycle it won't pass inspection anyway ;)."
A hand holding crumpled white paper towels, with text overlay saying "After the wash grab some paper towels!" A background of a bathroom setting with a towel, a soap dispenser, and gold-colored decor.
Pair of pink velvet sneakers with tissue paper inside to help maintain shoe shape during drying.
Pair of pink metallic ziptie shoes with cream-colored laces placed on a surface with instructions for creating price tags using ziptie shoes, yarn, or ribbon, including steps to prepare and store them.

Pro Tips.

  • Yep. We know this tutorial is for all sneakers/boots/sandals. Obvi don’t put leather/dressy shoes in the wash. Use a rag :) Dirty shoes will not be on the sales floor.

  • Use zipties, string, ribbon to attach your tags to the tops of shoes.

  • If you place your tags on the inside of your shoes… we will ask you to move them to the outside at your drop off appointment.

Pair of pink and white sneakers with a humorous note about cleaning shoes and using a washing machine.

All the rest…

A cluttered table displaying various small kitchen appliances, including a blender, a food steamer, and a small grill, along with plastic storage containers and packaging materials.
A display of assorted books and puzzles on tables at a thrift store or bookstore, with the table on the top holding children's puzzles and the tables below holding various small books and activity kits.
A baby swing with a colorful print fabric seat, featuring teardrop-shaped patterns in blue, gray, beige, and white. Attached to the swing is a toy with a monkey figure and some hanging beads. The swing is on display in a store with other baby products around.

Pro Tips.

  • All the rest of things secure the tags with tape/string and logic :)

  • Bundle toys/accessories together with ziplocks and tape them allllll the way shut (packing tape best)

  • You can also bundle things with plastic wrap- think wood puzzles

  • Painters Tape/Washi is best for tagging books -> won’t damage the book covers

  • Big Ticket Tags are provided @ Drop Off

  • When it doubt, please reach out :)

Pricing + Tag Entry

Make Tags Using Voice Entry Or Phone

Make Tags Using Ye Ol Computerrr

How To Sell All The Things:

  1. Again… Make sure your items are hanging securely and look neat on the hanger.  Check carefully for stains and iron anything that needs it.  Button the buttons, zip the zippers and trim any loose threads.  (You’ve heard this before, right?  There’s a reason.  It works!)

  2. Leave your emotions out of it completely.  You can get wrapped up in memories while you’re tagging baby clothes. It’s normal, but don’t let those memories affect your prices. If there are a handful of SUPER special items you want a higher special price and you’re ok having them back- no problemmo- but remember if you’re ready to clear stuff out use more competitive pricing.

  3. Price hints… We will never tell you an exact amount to put on your items. *Exception… We have a $2.00 price minimum in our computer. So the lowest you can tag something for is $2 regular and that’d be $1 on Discount Day if you let it go 1/2 price. (and if the Target Dollar Spot taught us anything- it’s that one dollar is free lol) If you feel your onesie/pile of leggings/etc isn’t worth $2 alone- then bundle!!! See samples above. Also- the clothing categories are fullest nb-5T so be a little more competitive pricing those sizes. All prices go in $0.50 cent increments. ie: 2.00, 2.50, 3.00 etc (rough price estimator chart below)

  4. Want the biggest check? Select the DISCOUNT Sunday option! The item will already have had two shopping days at full price- up the chances of a bigger check and smaller pick-up pile :)

  5. Ask Yourself… What would you pay for this item? Start there! Then if it’s older older charge less, mint condition or newer? Up the price a smidge.

  6. Attach tags securely and use great descriptions.  Great descriptions can be your best tagging tool! If a tag is lost, the description is the best way to match it up with the item.  When something loses its tag, we never sell it if the cashier can’t tell for certain the description, category, and size in the computer matches what was on the printed tag. Think “Old Navy Dark Wash Bootcut Boys 3T $5… not Jeans $5.”

  7. Limited Time? Go for what’s going to be a top seller for the season! Think shorts and warm weather items when we’re headed into Spring/Summer. Save winter wear and snow gear for the Fall/Winter events!

    -ConsignmentMommies.com

A promotional flyer for 406 Consignment Shop offering various brands of toys, gear, books, and other items with markdown discounts of 30-50% off retail price. It displays brand categories and resell prices, along with guidelines for pricing adjustments based on item condition and tags.

::: Basic Pricing :::

Most items Sell for 30-50% of what the item can be purchased for new. So if $20 kids jeans went on sale for $10… charge 30-50% of $10 (aka $3-$5)

Mistakes To Avoid!

A note with humorous message about sewing a tag in a shirt, stating it will damage the item and create holes, ending with 'NO SALE'. The note is placed on folded clothes and a purple plastic bag is visible nearby.
A collage of baby products including a bassinette, baby activity play, a foldable infant bath seat, a baby car seat, a stuffed animal, a baby blanket, a plush baby lounger, and a baby rocker, all with a red prohibition symbol overlay.

https://www.406consignary.com/items-not-accepted

A pair of blue Levi's jeans hanging on a white hanger, marked with pink handwritten words 'Nope' and two circles, with a clothing tag attached and a person's hand holding the hanger.
A pair of children's shorts hanging on a white hanger, with a black search bar above that says, 'What's wrong with this one?' and red annotations explaining the hanger is backwards, making the shorts slide and tangle.
A person using a pink stain remover or bleach on a white shirt, in a laundry room with a washing machine, a kettle, and washing supplies.

Drop Off

A poster titled "Tips for Speedy Drop Off Appointments" with a black background and white polka dots. The poster lists tips such as bundling clothing, using rubber bands, leaving items in the car, waiting at the check-in station, delivering inspected items to the sales floor, and verifying the mailing address. It also mentions collecting an exclusive Consignor PreSale Pass.

$HOPPING $PREE GIVEAWAY

Interior view of a consignment store with racks of clothing and a sign that reads "406 consignment" and "Shop 1st!!!".

Want to shop BEFORE EVERYONE including staff!?!

Sign up to help! :D Anyone who works on 406 Shifts will have their name entered to win our Shopping Spree Giveaway! For every shift, you’ll have one more chance to win! (ie: five shifts will get you five chances to win.) Our Shopping Spree winner -AND- their bestie each get $100 of Consignary Cash -and- get to be the VERY 1st Shoppers into the 406 Consignary event starting at 4:06pm Friday!

PreSale Passes

Consign + Join The Team

  •  No Shift = 6:00 Friday PreSale Pass, $15 Seller Fee, 70% Earnings

  • ​1 Shift = 5:45 Friday PreSale Pass, $10 Seller Fee, 70% Earnings

  • 2 Shift = 5:30 Friday PreSale Pass, $5 Seller Fee,  70% Earnings

  • 3 Shift = 5:15 Friday PreSale Pass, $0 SELLER FEE, 70% Earnings

  • 4 Shifts --> 4:44 Friday PreSale Pass, $0 SELLER FEE, 75% Earnings *Bonus Sunday Discount PreSale Pass

  • BONUS | 4 Shifts ALSO enters you into the grand prize giveaway = 4:06 Entry, $0 Seller Fee & 95% Commission :D 

CONSIGNORS MAY BRING ONE SHOPPER BUDDY FOR $5 @ THE DOOR (kiddos & spouses are free)
**Also, please do NOT schedule your drop-off or pick up appts during your work shift**

1 shift = 1 entry into the Shopping Spree Giveaway to allow you and your bestie $100 of Consignary Cash each AND be our first two shoppers starting at 4:06 pm for the Friday PreSale.

Learn more about shifts
Expecting Mama + Hero Passes

Sunday Pick Up = ZERO EARLY BIRDS

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Consignor PickUp Appointments are listed in the hub. Follow the reminders please. Appointment times are different in each town. PickUps end 30 minutes after the last listed appointment. SHARP! Anything left in the building at 9:30pm becomes the immediate property of 406 Consignary and will be sent directly to donation.

No Early Birds. Ever. We cannot rush the re-sort and consignor check printing. We do our absolute best to get all unsold items sorted back ASAP.

If you want things to speed up, help out :)

Neon sign that says "Checks Cashed" in red letters with a blue border

Cash Yo Checks ASAP

Cash Your Earnings Checks ASAP!!! For every 406 Consignary event please be sure to triple check your contact info, best email, and mailing address! If you skip Sunday PickUp, we mail your check to the address exactly how you have it listed on file in your consignor hub.

Please cash your check ASAP —> Checks are void if they aren’t cashed by the time specified.

Please cash your check ASAP! We cannot unlock the next season until all checks are cashed. AND -> Be sure to download your donations report each season so you have it on file for tax time :)

Donations

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Skipping Sunday Pick Up?

We will send donation and un-picked-up items to local charities at 9:30 SHARP! We always try to match with places that will connect our resources with the greatest need locally. In the event that there is not a local charity available to collect unsold items on Sunday night- we convert donates into *heart* items. Tags with a heart in the tag means the proceeds from that item will be sent as money to local nonprofit groups to support families in need.
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