Used Baby Clothing

Have you ever considered used baby clothing? Your baby may change clothes several times during the day due to spit-up and diaper accidents, spilled food, etc. Although it may seem as if your child has enough clothes to dress several more children, she will probably wear most of them, at least before she outgrows them. With so many babies wearing and outgrowing so much clothing, however, there is typically a plethora of used baby clothing available for sale. How do you find good used baby clothing, and what should you do with the clothing your child outgrows?

Used Baby Clothing Bargains

Although it is quite possible to find clothing bargains in department and discount stores, you can find even better deals on used baby clothing. The trick is to find merchandise that is also in good condition.

Obviously, there will be periods in your child's life where her clothing will be more used than at other times. An infant basically has spit-up and diaper stains, and if these clothes have been washed properly, they can wind up looking brand new, especially since babies outgrow clothing so quickly.

Consignment Stores

One of the best places to search for used clothing is in consignment stores. These stores typically take clothes that are in good, used condition, and try to sell them. The store and the owner of the clothing share in the profits, with various splits of the proceeds.

Most cities have a variety of consignment stores. Some of these stores cater to adults, others to families, and still others are strictly baby consignment shops. Typically, when a store has more stock, more bargains can be found.

You should familiarize yourself with your area's consignment stores. Most stores have clearance sales just like regular department stores, only the savings are usually much larger. Be sure to examine any clothing before you buy because consignment shops generally don't accept returns. Look for stains, rips, tears, and any other defects that the item might have. Hold the clothing up in good lighting so that you have the best opportunity to look at every part of it.

Garage and Yard Sales

If you've ever been bitten by the yard sale bug, then you know what an adventure it can be! The fun is in the hunt, and you can usually find your best buys on clothing at yard sales. Of course, you will have to find a sale that actually features clothing in the style and size you are looking for, and therein lies the challenge.

The day before you are going on your yard sale expedition, you should scan the classifieds for the various sales in your area. If some of the sales advertise children's clothing, plan on hitting those first. Most sellers don't advertise their phone numbers, but if any do, you can call and ask about their merchandise.

Don't be afraid to bargain. Most of the sellers simply want to clean out their closets and drawer space. If you see several items that you want, offer to purchase them for a reduced rate. Many times, you can get a much better deal if you buy in bulk.

If the clothes are really cheap and in good condition, but most of the clothing is too large for your child, go ahead and stock up for when your baby is bigger. You may never find a deal like that again, so take advantage of it!

Online Auctions

Online auctions, such as Ebay, are great places to search for specific clothing in specific sizes. Again, you may be able to get a better deal if you buy in bulk. Don't forget to factor in the shipping costs, though, before you begin bidding.

Sell Your Baby's Used Clothing

Finally, don't forget that a great way to finance your child's wardrobe is to make money on his used clothing! You'll get a better price if you wash, iron, and store the clothing away in air-tight containers until you are ready to sell.

You may want to take your clothing to the consignment store that you frequent. You can take the profits that you earn from selling the clothing and apply them towards more clothes for your little one. You can also hold a yard sale, or you can put items up for auction online. If you do choose to sell online, be sure you have a good digital camera, and take clear pictures of your items. Buying and selling used baby clothing is an inexpensive alternative for outfitting your baby, and the search for that perfect little bargain is almost always fun!

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