Ready, Set, Shop!
This was such a wildly popular post during the Fall, that I thought I would bring back a list of the Spring 2012 Consignment Sales in Northern Virginia. I’ve listed the larger ones (and, some of my favorites!) in this area – but, for a more comprehensive list (and, for those of you who live in Maryland and DC), you can visit Our Kids Activities and Resources to find a sale near you!
Consignment sales are a terrific way to make a little money on the gently used children’s items in your house. If you’re anything like us, you probably have an overabundance of kids’ clothes, books, toys, and random gear! While we try to share our “stuff” with friends and family, there are times when we can’t find anyone interested in it (I mean, who really wants that loudly annoying baby cell phone that repeats itself ad nauseum?!). So, instead of overloading the dumpsters (many of our thrift stores refuse toys and baby gear), we decided to sell it very cheaply. Parents shopping at consignment sales are overjoyed with their “great finds” and you are jubilant over cleaning your home and making a few extra dollars.
If the idea of consigning is overwhelming, Just Between Friends of Loudoun County is offering short tutorials to help you through the process. On Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at 7:00 PM and Sunday, March 11, 2012 at 5:30 PM, you can attend a Consigning 101 Class at the Dulles Sportplex for FREE! Please RSVP to Susan Gill at susangill@jbfsale.com. Let her know which date you would like to attend. There will be about 30-40 minutes of instructions, demonstration, and consigning strategies. It is for anyone involved in wanting to take it to the next level – whether it be a 1st timer, or someone that has done a ton of consigning. They will show you the ropes of Just Between Friends; what we do different from other sales, and ways to strategize your consigning season with other sales, and welcome you to the family!
{If you would like to add your business to this list, please email capitallyfrugal(at)gmail(dot)com, with the information about your sale. I will try to update the list, as fast as possible.}
Week of February 20-26, 2012
Classy Kids Consignment Fairfax
When: 2/22 (10:00 AM – 8:00 PM), 2/23 (10:00 AM – 7:00 PM), 2/24 (10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, 25% off), 2/25 (8:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 50% off), 2/26 (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, Dollar Dash)
Where: 14740 Flint Lee Rd Unit F & G, Chantilly,VA 20151
Description: This is one of Northern Virginia’s best organized resale of gently used children’s clothes, toys, books, videos, children’s furniture, maternity items, baby equipment, outdoor play equipment, shoes, and more at bargain prices! Their selection includes maternity and preemie through junior sizes!
Specials: If you are a mom-to-be, a new mom or a new dad of a child 18 months or younger, a daycare provider, or school teacher, you can shop early! When you purchase your pass for $5 here (passes are $10 if purchased within one week of the pre-sale), your PayPal receipt is your ticket to shop during a designated time before the sale is open to the general public.
Consignors: There are no consignor fees – and, consignors make 60% of the sale of their items (you’ll make 70% if you volunteer for 8 hours). However, you will need a tagging gun to consign at this sale – they will NOT accept prices pinned with safety pins.
Week of February 27 – March 5, 2012
Classy Kids Consignment Manassas
When: 2/29 (10:00 AM – 8:00 PM), 3/1 (10:00 AM – 7:00 PM), 3/2 (10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, 25% off), 3/3 (8:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 50% off), 3/4 (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, Dollar Dash)
Where: 10624 Dumfries Road, Manassas, VA
Description: This is one of Northern Virginia’s best organized resale of gently used children’s clothes, toys, books, videos, children’s furniture, maternity items, baby equipment, outdoor play equipment, shoes, and more at bargain prices! Their selection includes maternity and preemie through junior sizes!
Specials: If you are a mom-to-be, a new mom or a new dad of a child 18 months or younger, a daycare provider, or school teacher, you can shop early! When you purchase your pass for $5 here (Passes are $10 if purchased within one week of the pre-sale.), your PayPal receipt is your ticket to shop during a designated time before the sale is open to the general public.
Consignors: There are no consignor fees – and, consignors make 60% of the sale of their items (more if you volunteer). However, you will need a tagging gun to consign at this sale – they will NOT accept prices pinned with safety pins.
Montgomery County Parents of Multiples Consignment Sale
When: Saturday, March 3, 2012 (9:00 AM – 11:30; closed between 11:30 – Noon; 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, half price sale)
Where: Roberto Clemente Middle School, 18808 Waring Station Road, Germantown, MD 20874
Description: Over 200 families of twins/triplets selling high quality, gently used items. We have strict standards for only allowing items in good, clean condition. Buy clothing (preemie through 7+), summer wear, shoes and more; Equipment (strollers, high chairs, swings, playpens, bathtubs); Toys, Books, DVDs, childproofing equipment, furniture, supplies and much more.
Specials: Admission is $2.00 per adult. “LIKE” us on Facebook (MCPOM Consignment sale) by March 1st and receive one free admission with each paid admission during public shopping hours. Plus enter to win priority access passes ($20 value). Due to space constraints and safety concerns, shoppers are not allowed to bring strollers into the sale.
Week of March 5-11, 2012
Northern Virginia Parents of Multiples Semi-Annual Clothing & Equipment Sale
When: 3/10, 9:00 AM – 11:15 AM (public sale), 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (most items are 1/2 price)
Where: Luther Jackson Middle School, Falls Church, VA
Description: They accept cash and credit cards. But, no strollers are allowed! They will have kids’ clothes (sizes preemie to 6-7), maternity clothes, costumes, and shoes. Plus, tons of childproofing equipment, furniture, toys, baby supplies, and much more! For more details, visit their website.
Consignors: Non-members keep 70% of total sales and can shop early (8:00 am). Must work a 4 to 4.5-hour shift during or before the sale.
Christ Church Children’s Consignment Sale
When: 3/10, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Noon – 2:00 PM, they will have 50% off select items)
Where: Christ Church, Fairfax Station, VA
Description: They will have over 200 consignors selling quality, gently used children’s clothing, toys, infant items, shoes, books, games, DVD’s, videos, furniture and much more. They will accept cash, checks and credit cards. Due to space limitations, no strollers are allowed in the building during the sale. For more information, visit their website.
Consignors: Consign AND work a full volunteer shift at the sale and receive 70% of the sales price for items sold. There is a $10.00 consignor fee to cover administrative & advertising costs will be deducted from your proceeds.
Week of March 12 – 18, 2012
Catholic Consignments Children’s Consignment Sale
When: 3/16 (5:30 PM – 8:00 PM is the Consignor Drop Off times); 3/17 (7:00 AM is the Volunteer Pre-Sale; 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM is the public sale; Noon – 1:30 PM is the Half Price Sale; 3:30 – 4:30 PM is the Dollar Dash)
Where: St. Theresa’s Catholic School, Ashburn, VA
Description: There will be great bargains on children’s clothing (infant to preteen), toys, bikes, games, furniture, baby equipment, maternity clothes, and more. For more information, visit their website.
Specials: A limited number of early shopping passes are available for purchase (these have sold out at all previous sales, so purchase early). Passes are $20 each and allow one person to enter the sale at 7:30 AM (30 minutes before the sale opens to the public).
Consignors: Consignors who complete a full volunteer shift will retain 70% of the sale price of all their items. Consignors who do not volunteer (or do not complete their shift) will receive 50% of the sale price of all their items. A $7 administration fee and an optional postage fee ($5) will be deducted from each consignor check after the percentages are calculated. For all the rules, click here.
Second Helpings Kids Consignment
When: 3/15 (Special Times to Shop – More Details to Come), 3/16 (10:00 AM – 6:00 PM), 3/17 (8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 50% off select items)
Where: Kena Shriners, Fairfax, VA
Description: At the newest seasonal consignment sale in the area, Second Helpings Consignment will provide you with clothing and shoes from preemies to early teens. Baby equipment, toys, ride ons, books, DVD’s, etc are some of the many items you will find at the sale. Maternity clothes will also be available for those moms-to-be. Strollers will be allowed! It will be FREE to shop! For more information, visit their website.
Specials: “Like” Second Helpings Consignment on Facebook to print off an early shopping pass. (You’ll find it on their “welcome” tab.)
Consignors: If you tag your own items and volunteer, you will receive 65% of the sale price of all your items. If you’d like to drop off your items and let someone else tag them for you, you will receive 40% back.
Week of March 19 – 25, 2012
Kids’ Stuff Sale
When: 3/24, 8:00 AM – Noon
Where: St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Arlington, VA
Description: Over 100 consignors selling gently-used maternity, baby, and kids’ clothes, toys, books, and equipment. After nearly 20 years, this consignment sale is trusted by many of our regular customers as a well-organized, reliable source of all kid-related items! Due to stairs and tight spaces, strollers are not allowed at the sale. For more details, visit their website.
Consignors: In return for 80% of sales attributed to each consignor plus access to a special Friday presale, consigners commit to: consign at least 20 quality items of children’s clothing, work one shift during set-up, on sale day or during clean-up, and advertise the sale to friends and family via email, online lists or posting flyers. For more information, check out their consignor guidelines.
CFC MOPS Sale
When: 3/24, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM (regular sale), 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (Half-Price Sale), 3:15 – 4:00 PM (Dollar Dash)
Where: Ashburn Elementary School, Ashburn, VA
Description: The CFC MOPS Consignment Sale is a one stop shopping place for all your children’s needs! They have everything from children’s gently-used clothing (size infant to size pre-teen seasonal clothing); toys; baby & child equipment; baby & child furniture; children’s books, games, videos; and maternity clothing. For more information, visit their website.
Consignors: Individuals that consign and volunteer receive 70% of the sales price for each item sold. The consignment fee of $5 is deducted after the percentage is calculated. Volunteers are invited to shop the pre-sale starting at 6:15 am on the morning of the sale. Actual pre-sale time depends on which shift you work.
My Child’s Closet Consignment Sale
When: 3/24 (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Regular Sale)
Where: Douglass Community Center, Leesburg, VA
Description: Admission is free! Take advantage of great prices on a huge assortment of new and pre-owned clothing, toys, baby equipment, strollers, furniture, books and much, much more. They carry items for newborns to teens, as well as maternity clothes. For more information, visit their website.
Old Bridge Preschool Consignment Sale
When: 3/24 (8:00 AM – 2:00 PM {The sale closes from 12:30 – 1:00 and re-opens with many items marked ½ price for the last hour of the sale!})
Where: Old Bridge United Methodist Church, Woodbridge, VA
Description: There will be Spring/Summer Children’s Clothes (sizes infant through juniors), like-new shoes and boots (no scuffs), toys, baby accessories, bedding, and much more! For more information, visit their website.
Consignors: Consigners receive 65% of the total amount you sell minus a $10 seller fee.
PWMOMC Spring 2012 Clothing and Toy Sale with Household Goods
When: 3/24 ( 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM {The sale will close from 11:30-12:30 for restocking, and will re-open at 12:30 with most items marked at 50% off.})
Where: Manassas Church of the Brethren, 10047 Nokesville, VA 20110
Description: This sale will feature: Spring & Summer Baby and Toddler Clothing, Shoes & Accessories, Easter Outfits, Baby/Toddler Equipment, Toys & Games, Books, DVD/VHS movies, Maternity Clothes, and some Household Items. Bring your sweet tooth for the bake sale and don’t forget to check out the vendor area.
Calvary Road Baptist Church Children’s Consignment Sale
When: 3/24, 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM (between 12:15 – 2:00 PM, select items are 1/2 price)
Where: Calvary Road Baptist Church, Alexandria, VA
Description: They accept cash and credit cards. But, no strollers are allowed! They will have over 250 consignors that offer baby & children’s Fall/Winter clothing, toys, books, CDs, baby furniture, sports equipment and much more! For more details, visit their website.
Consignor: As a consignor, you will receive 70% of the proceeds of your sales minus the $10.00 consignor fee. The remaining 30% will be donated to The Alexandria Pregnancy Help Center (APHC), a non-profit organization that supports women in crisis pregnancies.
Week of March 26 – April 2, 2012
Classy Kids Consignment Woodbridge
When: 3/28 (10:00 AM – 8:00 PM), 3/29 (10:00 AM – 7:00 PM), 3/30 (10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, 25% off), 3/31 (8:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 50% off), 4/1 (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, Dollar Dash)
Where: 13456 Minnieville Rd, Woodbridge,VA 22192
Description: This is one of Northern Virginia’s best organized resale of gently used children’s clothes, toys, books, videos, children’s furniture, maternity items, baby equipment, outdoor play equipment, shoes, and more at bargain prices! Their selection includes maternity and preemie through junior sizes!
Specials: If you are a mom-to-be, a new mom or a new dad of a child 18 months or younger, a daycare provider, or school teacher, you can shop early! When you purchase your pass for $5 here (Passes are $10 if purchased within one week of the pre-sale.), your PayPal receipt is your ticket to shop during a designated time before the sale is open to the general public.
Consignors: There are no consignor fees – and, consignors make 60% of the sale of their items (more if you volunteer). However, you will need a tagging gun to consign at this sale – they will NOT accept prices pinned with safety pins.
Week of April 9 – 15, 2012
Kids Closet Connection of Leesburg, VA
When: 4/12 (10:00 AM – 7:00 PM), 4/13 (10:00 AM – 7:00 PM), 4/14 (9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Half Price Sale)
Where: Army National Guard Armory
Description: Huge sale in Leesburg, VA – it’s important to be there when the doors open on April 12th! Otherwise, most of the good deals are scooped up in the first hour!
Consignors: Kid’s Closet Connection takes a small dollar percentage of your sold items and you receive a check for 70-percent of your sales! There is also a $12.50 consignor fee (unless otherwise noted) deducted from your proceeds at the end of the sale. This fee is charged only once per season, so transfer your items to the next sale and pay no additional consignor fee! Start Consigning here.
Week of April 16 – 22, 2012
Just Between Friends of Loudoun County Consignment Sale
When: 4/21 (Noon – 7:00 PM) and 4/22 (8:00 AM – Noon, 50% off sale)
Where: Dulles Sportsplex, Sterling, VA
Description: This is an amazing sale – it was voted as the best children’s consignment sale in DC & Northern Virginia, by ConsignmentMommies! Thousands of children’s and maternity items cover 20,000 square feet of space. They will accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and Cash Only. Admission is $5/person – but, check back, we will be hosting a giveaway for free admission! 
Specials: If you are a first time parent (meaning pregnant, a child under 12 months, or adopted within the last 12 months), you’re invited to shop their Presale event (starts 9:30 AM on Saturday) with a friend. I will add more details, as the date approaches. Be sure to “like” Just Between Friends of Loudoun County, to keep up-to-date!
Consignors: Join Just Between Friends as a consignor and make 60% on your items that sell. Volunteers not only get to shop early, but they also make 70% on their sold items. Let them know Capitally Frugal sent you!
Week of April 23 – 29, 2012
Dani’s Duds
When: Consignor Drop-Off begins 4/23! Sale is on the weekend: 4/28 & 4/29
Where: Dulles Expo Center, Chantilly, VA
Description: Their sales have nearly 150,000 pieces of high quality merchandise – great bargains on children’s clothes, shoes, boots, dress-ups, uniforms, toys, games, books, puzzles, dolls, cars & trucks, crafts, sports gear, musical instruments, baby equipment, accessories and furniture, cribs, strollers, swings, high chairs, exersaucers, outdoor play equipment, bikes, trikes, jogging strollers, toys, more toys, books, electronics, software, as well as books, CD’s, and DVD’s for all ages. Fall 2011′s admission was $10/person (but, they have not listed the price for Spring 2012. I will update as soon as I know more). For more information, visit their website.
Consignors: You make 50% of the selling price. There is also a $10 consignor’s fee, which is deducted from your commission check. All consignors are invited to their own private sale on the Friday evening before they open to the public. For more information, visit their website.
Kids Closet Connection Clarke County
When: 4/26 (9:00 AM – 7:00 PM), 4/27 (9:00 AM – 7:00 PM), 4/28 (8:30 AM – 12:30 PM, Half Price Sale)
Where: Clarke County Fairgrounds, Berryville, VA
Description: Each Kid’s Closet Connection sale is like a super-large, organized walk-in closet chock-full of gently-used kids’ clothing, furniture, maternity and toys just waiting to be bought! For more information, visit their website.
Specials: Kid’s Closet Connection always has FREE Admission! They also accept Cash, Visa, Mastercard, and Discover.
Consignors: You keep 70% of every item you sell – just pre-price your items, drop them off before the sale, and they will do the rest. To register, visit their website.
Week of May 7-13, 2012
Just Between Friends of Prince William County Sale
When: 5/12 (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM) and 5/13 (9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 50% off sale)
Where: Haymarket Sportsplex – Snyder Baseball Facility
Description: They will accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and Cash Only. Admission is $5/person – but, check back, last year, they waived admission for a donated pair of shoes.
Specials: If you are a first time parent (meaning pregnant, a child under 12 months, or adopted within the last 12 months), New Grandparents, Teachers or Military, you’re invited to shop their Presale event (Friday evening) with a friend. I will add more details, as the date approaches. Be sure to “like” Just Between Friends of Prince William County, to keep up-to-date!
Consignors: Join Just Between Friends as a consignor and make 60% on your items that sell. Volunteers not only get to shop early, but they also make 70% on their sold items. Let them know Capitally Frugal sent you!
Week of May 14 – 20, 2012
Kids Closet Connection South Fairfax County
When: 5/17 (9:00 AM – 7:00 PM), 5/18 (9:00 AM – 7:00 PM), 5/19 (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Half Price Sale)
Where: Shriners Anek Building, 9001 Arlington Blvd. (Rte 50, 1 1/2 miles W of the Beltway) Fairfax, Virginia 22031
Description: Each Kid’s Closet Connection sale is like a super-large, organized walk-in closet chock-full of gently-used kids’ clothing, furniture, maternity and toys just waiting to be bought! For more information, visit their website.
Consignors: You keep 70% of every item you sell – just pre-price your items, drop them off before the sale, and they will do the rest. To register, visit their website.
With today’s Washington, DC Groupon, you get $20 worth of organic groceries at MOM’s Organic Market in Herndon, for just $10. MOM’s Organic Market carries certified-organic groceries, gourmet cheeses, gluten-free food, sustainably farmed seafood, local and organic dairy and meat products, and produce free of chemicals, pesticides, and fertilizers. You’ll find lunch fixings such as roasted turkey slices from Applegate Farms and Imagine low-sodium chicken broth, and refreshments from Chobani yogurts to Vitacoco coconut water.
