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How To Save Money On Everything Baby Needs ~ Orlando Giveaway

I have said it before, babies need a lot of stuff! And frankly, it doesn’t stop as they get bigger. The stuff just keeps coming…

Besides the obvious, sales and deals, one of my favorite ways to save money on baby/kids’ stuff is by consignment shopping. And my favorite way to consignment shop is at a consignment event. I’ve posted about consignment events in the past, but if you aren’t familiar with this concept here’s the scoop. The events take place in a large venue (like a church multipurpose room), and moms come from far and wide to sell their baby/kids’s outgrown clothes, toys, gear and more (even maternity wear). If you’ve never been to an event like this, you would be amazed at how much stuff appears for sale. The sale only lasts a couple of days, then the items are either returned to the moms or donated to charity. It’s quick, exciting and a great place to score deals.

Now, we aren’t talking garage sale prices, but we aren’t talking garage sale quality either. We are talking about moms selling stuff that moms would buy. Think about it, babies/kids fly through clothes so fast that everyone has pieces of adorable clothing that was only worn once or twice before it was outgrown. You’ll even find items that are new with tags! Most prices are roughly 1/2 of retail for big items less for clothing (because there is just so much of it).

Trust me – once you see the quality of what you can get, you will always want to shop consignment first! (I know I do!)

My favorite local Orlando sale is Boutique for a Week. And if I have gotten you excited about shopping, you are in luck. The next Boutique for a Week sale is coming up September 20-23, 2011. Of course, the key to consignment event shopping is to get their early. The Boutique for a Week sale opens to the public September 21, but expecting moms can pre-register to shop early on September 20 – hint hint expecting moms, do this!

I have participated in several Boutique for a Week events both as a shopper and consignor, and I’ll be back as both again for this event. Here are some pics from previous events.

Boutique for a Week

For this event the ladies of Boutique for a Week have added a new feature, a Betsy Shoppe where moms will be selling their handmade items. (Since I love crafty stuff, I am excited about this new feature!)

If you have never attended Boutique for a Week, I challenge you to set aside time to check it out as a shopper. Once you see how great it is, you will be itching to sell your outgrown stuff at the next event. (BTW – they make it so easy to sell your stuff. I love checking my daily progress and seeing those dollar signs increasing!)

Got questions about Boutique for a Week, ask me 🙂

Giveaway – Are you excited yet? How would you like a pre-sale pass that gets you in even before the expecting moms on September 19? That’s what I thought. Normally, these passes are reserved for those who volunteer to assist with the sale, but I get to give one lucky reader a special pass! Yay!

Alright – who’s ready to go shopping?!!?

To enter â€“ Please use the Rafflecopter form below to take advantage of your entry opportunities.

MANDATORY ENTRY MUST BE LEFT AS COMMENT ON BLOG POST BELOW – then you can check off in Rafflecopter that you did it. Otherwise, all other entries will be invalid. (Click instructions for what to comment about.)

This giveaway has ended, the winner was Amber Pici.

This post is brought to you by Boutique for a Week, however, all thoughts and options are my own.

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  1. Kristin F. says

    August 23, 2011 at 9:38 am

    This sounds very exciting!

    Reply
  2. Rebekah says

    August 23, 2011 at 9:44 am

    I’ve never been to Boutique for a Week but have wanted to check it out! I’ve participated in the SaleBoat the last couple of sales – I LOVE consignment sales!!

    Reply
  3. Bionca says

    August 23, 2011 at 9:44 am

    I love consignment shopping! I scored lots of great stuff for Perrin when I was pregnant with him.

    Reply
  4. Kristin F. says

    August 23, 2011 at 9:54 am

    I love this!

    Reply
  5. Jessica says

    August 23, 2011 at 9:59 am

    I love Boutique For A Week! Would be awesome to shop early!!!

    Reply
  6. carrie says

    August 23, 2011 at 10:06 am

    I love Boutique for a Week! Its the only sale i shop at or sell at all year. I can’t wait to stock uo on fall/winter clothes and shoes!

    Reply
  7. Laura Ripple says

    August 23, 2011 at 10:27 am

    Yay! It is in Casselberry way more convenient than West Orlando for me.

    Reply
    • jen says

      August 23, 2011 at 1:24 pm

      I am with you!!! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Theresa H says

    August 23, 2011 at 10:50 am

    This is without a doubt THE BEST consignment sale and the best way to supply all your baby and other little children’s needs for clothing, shoes, bedding, bottles, toys, etc!!! I have volunteered, consigned and shopped Boutique For A Week during several events and have nothing but praise for how it is run and the beautiful ladies who started it! Thanks ladies for bringing such a great opportunity to save to all the moms of this area! <3

    Reply
    • jen says

      August 23, 2011 at 1:24 pm

      Ditto!!!!

      Reply
  9. Katrina says

    August 23, 2011 at 11:59 am

    No but it sounds perfect for me since I am pregnant and my parents live in Orlando!

    Reply
    • jen says

      August 23, 2011 at 1:25 pm

      You HAVE to check it out!!! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Michele says

    August 23, 2011 at 6:27 pm

    I am looking forward to seeing how great this really is!

    Reply
  11. Ellen says

    August 23, 2011 at 8:11 pm

    I have never attended a Boutique for a Week event but it looks like fun and I need to get a play gym for my daughter.

    Reply
  12. Katie Gonzalez says

    August 23, 2011 at 8:25 pm

    I have never been to anything like this before, but it sounds great!

    Reply
  13. Kristin says

    August 25, 2011 at 4:06 pm

    Yes, it was great! I sold and bought, can’t wait for the fall sale!

    Reply
  14. Jennifer H says

    August 26, 2011 at 4:18 pm

    I’ve never attended but it sounds like fun.

    Reply
  15. Amber Pici says

    August 26, 2011 at 9:04 pm

    i love BFAW i have shopped at every sales for the last two years and can not wait for this one

    Reply
  16. FL gal says

    August 28, 2011 at 7:16 am

    I’ve never been to one of these “consignment extravaganzas”, but frequently check out the local stores. Sounds like a great idea for both sellers and buyers. Looking forward to checking it out!

    Reply

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