Do you know what my top tip is for parents to save money? It's not skimping on the occasional family outings and it's definitely not cutting back on a food budget. It's not paying full price for things that can easily be reused. Like clothes. Especially children's clothes!
Not all used clothing stores and sales are created equal - there are some that let anything through the door and there are others that are a little too picky. My experience is that the Just Between Friends Consignment Sales events are the best bang for your buck. Each location generally holds 2-3 sales per year and are season specific. Today I'm sharing with you about the next Just Between Friends of Everett Spring Sale, which will be held in my town of Monroe at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds.
Why is JBF just so awesome, you might ask?
- JBF sales carry a range of clothing and products that will suit families from pregnancy (gear and maternity clothing), the newborn stage all the way through teens. I've even seen some high school formal dresses show up at sales - only worn once and maybe a season old.
- Each sale will have sometimes hundreds of consignors - that's a huge pool of items to draw from!
- You can expect to save 50-90% off of retail prices
- Volunteers inspect each of the items before they go on the sales floor; ensuring there are no stains, holes, missing pieces or have a safety recall.
- If you are a volunteer or consignor you get special perks such as early access to the sales floor or a higher percentage of return for your consigned items!
- Each sale is franchised and locally owned, so the money you spend is returning to your community. Local vendors are also featured at each sale and you can support local businesses by checking them out too!
- Get 50% off on the final day of the sale!
- Be green by buying used clothes, toys and gear that are in great condition - all they're missing is that silly price tag.
I've had the chance to shop at the Just Between Friends of Everett sale twice now and each time the event just gets bigger and BIGGER! Because of the awesome selection of clothing and items at this sale I've been able to condense my spending budget to primarily shopping for my children's clothes twice a year, with very few "full price purchases" at big retailers throughout the year. Because the sales are seasonal, you can plan ahead and get that Easter outfit early (and at a great discount!) or pick up birthday presents for your kids, nieces and nephews within the next 6 months. Because of this tactic I can't even begin to guess how much money we've saved over the last two years, but I'm sure it is in the thousands.
Have I convinced you that JBF is the way to go for shopping for your kids? Here comes the fun part! Seattle area mamas, this deal is for you. Just Between Friends of Everett, a special group of local bloggers and The Pierogie Mama want to have YOU shop early at the JBF of Everett 2014 Spring Event! The public sale is April 4-6, but we've put together some amazing prizes to get YOU shopping early!
Have I convinced you that JBF is the way to go for shopping for your kids? Here comes the fun part! Seattle area mamas, this deal is for you. Just Between Friends of Everett, a special group of local bloggers and The Pierogie Mama want to have YOU shop early at the JBF of Everett 2014 Spring Event! The public sale is April 4-6, but we've put together some amazing prizes to get YOU shopping early!
This giveaway will end with 4 winners -the prizes up for grabs are:
(2) Prime Time Passes + $5 JBF Bucks - these lucky winners will get to shop first on Thursday 4/3/14 3:30PM - 8PM and each have $5 spending cash to get your savings smorgasbord started!
(2) Presale Passes - Jump in on the sales on 4/3/14 between 5pm - 8pm.
The following morning on Friday 4/4/14 through Sunday 4/6/14 the public sale opens up. See the full calendar to get the details.
Ready to get your thrifty shop on? Enter in the giveaway widget below, and be sure to check back here on the evening of 4/3 to see what I snagged and what could be in store for you for the rest of the weekend!
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Disclosure: This post was sponsored by JBF Everett. The Pierogie Mama and participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment. This giveaway is not associated in any way with Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, or Google. Winners will be contacted via email ONLY and will have their prize waiting for them at check-in for the JBF Everett Spring Sale Event.
i have been before, but it's been a few years, so i honestly don't remember what i got! excited to try it out again!
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I was able to get my toddler 2 swimsuits, 2 pairs of shoes, 2 fridge magnet toys, 1 matching game, 1 Happy Feet DVD, 1 winter jacket, and 2 track suit outfits all for under $50. Love it!
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