THE COASTAL BEND MOTHERS OF MULTIPLES SEMI-ANNUAL TAG SALE WILL TAKE PLACE ON A DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED AT THE BAYSHORE BIBLE CHURCH LOCATED AT 901 BRAWNER PKWY. (BETWEEN STAPLES AND ALAMEDA)

For those of you interested in preparing your merchandise ahead of time please see the tagging policy (below) for all sale items, which will be strictly enforced in order to facilitate a successful sale. If you are interested in being a seller or donating items for the club to sell please contact a board member to receive a copy of the tagging policy, be assigned a seller number, and coordinate any other needs.

Coastal Bend Mothers of Multiples (CBMOM) Semi-Annual Tag Sale Sellers Instructions & Information

Thank you for participating in the CBMOM semi-annual tag sale. Please read over all of the instructions and information carefully, as you will be responsible for adhering to these guidelines. It takes everyone working together to make this sale work! We must enforce these rules as incentives to ensure sufficient volunteers working the sale to continue this as a successful FUNDRAISER for our club. Review your current newsletter(s) and/or emails for Tag Sale Committee contact information. Please note $$ given to the club (20 or 50%) can be considered tax deductible donations.

GENERAL INFORMATION

CBMOM sponsors a Semi-Annual Tag Sale for our members and a few non-members twice a year. The Tag Sale is not only a fundraiser for the Club, but also a benefit to its members. Typically, 80% of the proceeds are paid back to the selling members and 5% is used to pay for resale expenses. The amount left over of approximately 15% is then added to the Club’s budget as income.

As members, you are able to shop before the sale is open to the public. This pre-sale is a wonderful opportunity that CBMOM gives to its members to both sell their outgrown items to other moms who need them at reduced prices and then to buy more age-appropriate items for their own children.

We love to see your children, however, there will be NO children allowed in the sales area at anytime. This is primarily for the safety of your child and will be strictly enforced. We will offer limited childcare for Saturday volunteers; arrangements need to be made in advance. Please try to leave your children at home while you are working your scheduled shift and while shopping the presale.

This is a CASH only sale. Only current members will be allowed to write checks for purchases. All money will be collected at the checkout table ONLY.

ADVERTISING:

The club will be responsible for advertising on radio and in local papers and for distributing directional signs.

SCHEDULE* OF EVENTS

Friday
1:00 pm - 5:30 pm: Sellers drop off and organize
6:00 am – 7:30 pm: Pre-Sale for volunteers working double shifts, two three-hour shifts with one shift on Saturday Pre-Sale for eligible volunteers only**
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Organize and move racks to Fellowship Hall
9:00 pm – 9:30 pm: Pre-Sale for Saturday volunteers

Saturday
6:30 am – 8:00 am: Set up tables and racks
7:00 am - 8:00 am: Member Pre-Sale
8:00 am – 1:00 pm: Open to Public
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: 1/2 price on select items
2:00 pm: Begin sorting by seller # and clean up
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Sellers pick up left over items

*This schedule is subject to change

GUIDELINES

SELLERS:

Members – receive an 80% Tag Sale profit check from their items sold as long as they work a minimum required 3-hour shift on the day of the sale, otherwise they will receive a 50% tag sale profit check.

Non-Members – Are required to pay a $10 entry fee, they also receive an 80% rtag sale profit check from their items sold if they work a minimum required 3-hour shift on the day of the sale; otherwise, they will receive a 50% tag sale profit check.

VOLUNTEER’S SHIFTS:

We will delegate work during all shifts in order to have adequate control during the sale. We strive to accommodate schedules to suit everyone’s needs the best we can. There will be plenty of opportunities to work prior to the sale that will be considered as time served toward your shift. Volunteer early to get the best opportunity to make the sale a success for everyone involved. Please do not bring your items at any unscheduled time or during your shift without authorization from the Resale Committee Chair. You may be allowed to drop off before or after your shift is scheduled. For safety precautions, no young children will be allowed in the sales area at anytime during set-up shifts, clean-up shifts, or your shift the day of the sale. **Only the Volunteers who work a double shift, two three-hour shifts, and/or who volunteer 3 consecutive hours on Saturday will be eligible to pre-shop from 6:00 am to 7:30 pm on Friday. All Saturday Volunteers are invited to the 9:00 pm Pre-sale Friday night. In consideration of your fellow multiple mom, please do not pre-shop for non-members until all members have had an opportunity to do so. Please keep in mind that we only allow a limited amount of time for members to pre-shop, which is a membership privilege. If you would like to sign up for the sale, please contact the Tag Sale Committee Chairperson, Social Chair, or other designated individual.

MERCHANDISE ITEMS:

• Items that pertain to babies, children and pregnancy may be sold.
• All Clothing and shoes adult to child ANY SEASON
• Baby equipment (Swings, exercise saucers, high chairs, strollers, play pens, baby monitors)
• Furniture (cribs, dressers, changing tables, youth beds, desks, rocking chairs, bookshelves, table & chairs)
• Toys (all toys, bikes, big wheels, riding toys, kitchen play sets, books, videos, etc.)
• Baby related items, bedding, and maternity items.
• High quality desirable household items
• Items not meeting Sale Guidelines will not be accepted
• All items must be in good, clean and working condition
• Equipment must be in working order (have batteries), hazard free, and have all parts.

SELLER REGISTRATION:

• All sellers must register in advance of each sale. If you would like to sign up for the sale, please contact the Tag Sale Committee Chairperson, Social Chair, or other designated individual. Your Seller # will be confirmed or issued at theat time. You will be given instructions pertaining to scheduled drop-off times for your items and to coordinate a time for your volunteer shift.
• Items from sellers not registered in advance will not be accepted for sale.
• If you do not have a Seller #, one will be issued to you at the time you register.
• Your Seller # is EXCLUSIVE and is to be used by you for all future CBMOM sales.
• Your Seller # will be used to identify your items during the sale and for accounting purposes only.

  PREPARING ITEMS FOR SALE:

  • Try to make your items as appealing as possible. A little extra effort on your part can make a HUGE difference on your check at the end of the sale. Starch, a little bleach, an iron, or a needle and thread work wonders! Clean, neat, well-packaged items will sell better. Please Button all buttons, snap all snaps, tie all bows, zip all zippers.
  • We require all dirt and crayon marks are removed from toys and furniture. Make sure all parts are included, and place any small parts in zip-close bags then securely attach the bag to the main part. Replace batteries. Pricing and packaging have a lot to do with how well your items will sell.
  • Remember, items not meeting these specifications will be sent to the reject bin.

  ORGANIZING:

  • Hang all clothing on hangers with left sleeve on outside and right shoulder of item facing inward on the rack. The hanger should look like a question mark “?”. Single pants/skirts should be pinned to the top of the hanger at each side, do not hang pants over the hanger. (Note: Clothes hanging that are in good condition and ironed sell better.) Hang-able items not placed on hangers will be placed in the Reject Bin.
  • The club no longer provides hangers for you, so please make necessary arrangements for yourself ahead of time. If you want your hangers returned to you after the sale be sure to label them clearly. All clothing items not on a hanger MUST be organized in a sealed zip-close bag.
  • Clothing must be sorted by gender and the following size categories: 0-3mo. ** 3-6mo. ** 6-9mo. ** 9-12 mo ** 12-18mos. ** 24mo./2T ** 3T-5T ** 6T and up.
  • ***Since we have lots of hanging space this year we are requesting that we hang as much as possible even though we want to group infant T-shirts and onesies 3 to a set they can still be hung the way to do it is to hang them all rubber band them together and then use the tagging gun to tag them all together thru a sleeve and mark one price.
  • We will have a sign No Tag No Sale!
  • Onesies: Group 3 or more to a set hang or in a zip-close bag.
  • Shoes: Place in zip-close bags or tied together (No shoe boxes please).
  • Hats: Group 1 or more hats to a bag.
  • Socks: Group 2-3 like pairs of socks to a bag.
  • Pajamas/Sleepers: Organize them accordingly Up to 12 months and group 3 to a set in a zip-close bag. Larger sizes should be placed on hangers.
  • Bibs: Group 3-5 to a set in a zip-close bag.
  • Coordinating (twin) Outfits: (optional) Hang the outfits separately and attach hangers with a rubber band or twist tie. Place one sale tag with one price and sell as a four-piece unit (state it on price tag).
  • All your tag sale items should be sorted and placed in boxes/bins with your seller number clearly written on the bottom of container. Please sort all clothing accordingly by size and gender, group the shoes, toys, baby equipment (strollers, high chairs, walkers, car-seats, etc.), Baby Accessories (bedding, breast pumps, diaper bags, diaper- genies, etc.), and maternity items. Boxes and/or bins are to remain at the sale overnight for ease of sorting the sellers’ unsold items for pick-up on Sat after the sale.
  • If you wish to sell furniture, you have the option of bringing the item to the sale and setting it up for display, or you may choose to leave the item at home and bring a photo and description as follows:
    Take a picture of the item to be put on a bulletin board along with two 3x5 index cards:
    On the first index card make a sale tag (use same format as any other sale items)
    On the second index card: Describe the item in detail and especially in what condition it is in, including measurements, flaws, degree of difficulty to assemble and delivery options.
    Put your Seller # in clear print on all photo and index cards
  • Furniture purchases may be made sight unseen at the sale, or upon the buyer’s request the cashier will give the buyer the Seller’s name and phone number and will be instructed to contact you directly after the sale to view the item. The item info will not be removed from the sale floor until either the sale has ended or the item is sold. The Seller will be responsible for notifying the Treasurer of any items displayed at, and sold after the sale. The Seller will be responsible for remitting 20-50% of the sale price to the club.

    PRICING AND TAGGING ITEMS:

    • Because of the sheer volume of items members bring to the sale, rules for pricing and tagging are very important and strictly enforced.
    • All items should be tagged with Club tags only. New tags allow us to speed up the process at checkout by tearing off the right side or bottom of tag, which will be returned to you. The left side of the tag, or top of the tag stays with the item.
    • Sellers are responsible for bringing accurately ticketed and assembled merchandise.
    • If the tag falls off and the seller cannot be determined, it will be replaced with a tag signifying the Club as the seller, and all profits will go to the Club.

    TAGS, ATTACHMENTS AND TAGGING GUNS

    These items will be available on a first-come first-served basis for limited amounts of time at the monthly meetings prior to the sale or you may contact the Tag Sale Committee Chairperson, Social Chair, or other designated individual in order for you to go pick up your tags, attachment and tagging guns. You must use the tags CBMOM provides.

    PURCHASING TAGGING SUPPLIES

    Tags and attachments are $5.00 for the first 100 tags and $2.00 for every quantity of 50 after that, tagging guns are on a first come first serve basis with only a 3 day check out time. Personal tagging guns are also encouraged/suggested for purchase, allowing you to tag your items at your own convenience. The amount for tagging supplies is deducted from sellers resale check.

    For Member who purchases their own tagging guns at a Club cost of $17.00 they will be given a discounted tag/attachments fee of $2.00 per 100 tags.

    So it really depends on how many items a member thinks they will need to tag, remember we will be using the tagging system from now on the gun is an investment and your time is your own. All tagging supplies will be deducted from sellers tag sale check.

    How do I Use the tagging Gun? Take the Safety cap off the tagging gun, place the needle through the hole on top of the tag, then place the needle and tag into the seam of the clothing item and pull the trigger firmly. Continue to hold the trigger down while you check to make sure the plastic attachment went all the way through the clothing item. Then release the trigger. Be sure to replace safety cap after each use to protect the gun and yourself and children since these are very sharp!

    TAGS

    • Tags must be written legibly, or they won’t be sold.
    • Use black or blue ballpoint pen only.
    • Price your items in $0.50 cent increments ONLY.
    • All sellers are to use assigned Seller # on tags.
    • Do not cross out or write over information. If you wish to change the price use a new tag.
    • Boxes and bags should be taped shut.
    • Use only packing tape for taping boxes and bags shut or attaching items or to attach tags to itmes that cannot be tagged with a tagging gun - NO SCOTCH TAPE because it will not hold.
    • Tape only the top of the tag, so that the bottom can be removed. Or the left small part of tag only depending on the type of tag used.
    • No tags inside the bags- tape to the outside. Use permanent marker (sharpie) to write seller # and price on bag.
    • Tag items under the armpit or the end of the left sleeve.
    • Hangers should face left, so that it looks like a question mark (?).
    • Try to avoid wire hangers and safety pins, use the appropriate hanger for the garment.
    • When selling large items, make sure a description of your item is on both pieces of the tag. If there is a question about the amount (for example 100) we will use the lowest guess ($1.00).
    • Shoes, small items and/or many pieces - Place in a zip-close bag. Tape tag to bag and also write your Seller # and price on the bag with a Sharpie.
    • If items are damaged or missing parts, please make note on the tag and price accordingly. If selling items slightly worn, faded, etc., please mark tag “Play Quality”
    • If you are selling a two-piece item with a different size top and bottom, please mark it on the tag so it can be seen easily.
    • Toys should be in clear plastic bag if possible, or have pieces attached in bag so they are not lost.
    • Toys should have the tag attached with packing tape or safety pins.
    • For items authorized to be sold ½ price during our ½ priced sale please use a green highlighter or pen to make a hash mark on your tags.
    • It is a good idea to include the brand name on a tag, if it is a popular one, such as Gymboree, GAP, Little Tykes, etc. If your item is brand new, indicate that on the tag (e.g., “New!” or “Like New”).
    • To leave less room for sorting errors, make your tags stand out from others by highlighting your number (any color other than green) or placing the same stamp or sticker next to your name.

    PRICING

    Remember, pricing and packaging have a lot to do with how well your items will sell. The point of our sale is to SELL, so please price items accordingly.

    • Use $.50 increments ONLY when setting the price. You set the price.
    • When writing the price on your tag, please make every effort to make it clear – when there are no cents in the price, please draw a line ($4-) or leave it blank ($4). There will be NO PRICE negotiating since the club is selling for members.
    • Carefully consider the age and condition of an item when pricing.
    • Whenever possible, match items and sell as an outfit.
    • Consider bagging low value items together and pricing them at $1 or more.
    • For some of the larger, more expensive items you may want to spend a few minutes researching; browse retailers to see what people are paying for similar items in new, or browse local consignment shops and E-Bay to determine what people are willing to pay second hand.

    SUGGESTED PRICING

    • Shirts $.50 - $3
    • Shoes $1 - $5
    • Socks/tights $.50 - $1.5
    • Pajamas/Sleepers $.50 - $3
    • Pants $1 - $6
    • Playsuits/overalls $3 - $5
    • Dresses $3 - $10
    • Jackets/coats $2 - $15
    • Sweaters $2 - $5
    • Videos $1 - $5
    • Wooden puzzles $.50 - $2
    • Books $.50 - $2
    • Maternity Clothing $2 - $15
    • Furniture/equipment in good condition, may price 1/3 – ½ retail
    • Preemie clothing may be priced higher
    • Brands such as Gymboree, Gap, and Disney store may be priced higher

    DROP OFF

    • Sale items will be dropped off and sorted on Friday. Please remember there will be no children allowed in the sales area during drop-off times.
    • Sellers should arrive at their scheduled drop-off time with their items hung on hangers and/or bagged in sealed zip-close bags if applicable, tagged, priced and pre-sorted within their bins.
    • Sellers will be responsible for placing each bin in the designated area and picked up after the sale.

    PRE-SALE SECTION

    Only CBMOM members who are signed up for a volunteer shift on Friday or Saturday will be permitted to attend the Friday night pre-sale. Volunteers who are not scheduled to work on Friday evening should be prepared to drop off their items and return at 9:00 pm to shop. Sellers not scheduled to work will not be permitted on the sales floor during set-up.

    REJECT BIN

    All items not meeting guidelines will be rejected, including items not tagged properly and items in poor condition. Tags will be marked and sellers are encouraged not to bring these items to future sales.

    AFTER SALE

    • The volunteer staff will sort all unsold items at the conclusion of the sale and place in the Seller’s bins.
    • Sellers can pick up leftover merchandise between 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm on Saturday. Items not picked up at this time will become property of the club. The items will be determined by the presale committee whether they will be donated to Goodwill or saved for the next sale with ALL sale proceeds going to the Club. You’re welcome to come earlier to pick up your items, but you’ll be responsible for locating them.
    • Volunteers will divide price tags from sold items and the Treasurer will tally and write checks for the amount payable to each person minus the clubs percentage.

      SALE PROCEEDS

      All tag sale profit checks and price tags of items sold will be passed out to the seller at the next meeting or if you would prefer to have yours mailed at the time it is prepared, you must submit a self-addressed stamped envelope at the time you drop off your sale items. Please do not call the Treasurer at any time to inquire about your total or your check unless two weeks have passed.

      Note: Since we are a non-profit club, the percentage retained by the club can be considered a tax-deductible donation and each person may be given a receipt upon request for their records.

      VOLUNTEERING

      • All CBMOM members are encouraged to volunteer.
      • Visit our website or contact the Tag Sale Committee Chairperson, Social Chair, or other designated individual for the list of positions and shifts.
      • Remember, all volunteers are permitted to shop at the Friday night pre-sale; you do NOT have to sell to be a volunteer.
      • In addition to working your scheduled shift and assigned position, all volunteers working during sale hours should be observant at all times and notify someone immediately of any suspicious activity.
      • Making eye contact with customers is a great way to keep people honest!
      • All volunteers must keep their assigned areas neat and clean.
      • Saturday volunteers must park as far from the sale location as reasonable to leave close parking spaces for shoppers.

      SPECIAL NEEDS FOR EACH SALE

      We need Husbands to help each sale with any of the following:

      • Put up Signs
      • Take down Signs
      • Pick up racks from Goodwill
      • Set up racks
      • Take down racks
      • Deliver racks back to Goodwill
      • Carry out items bought during the sale
      • Security to stand by and watch and make sure paid items are all that is leaving
      • This will count in place of you working!
      • If your Husband is interested in helping the club please contact Stacy Doski.