Shopper QuestionsQ.How often do you have Just Between Friends Sales?
A. Spring/Summer sales are typically in March and our
Fall/Winter sales are in September of each year. Q. What are your hours?
A. Friday, September 11th from 9am to 8pm
Saturday, September 12th from 9am to 6pm
*Sunday, September 13th from 9am to 2pm
*Sunday is Half-Price day. Most items are half-price.
Q. Are children allowed on opening day?
A. Yes, children are welcome ONLY at the public sale, but PLEASE use good judgment when you bring them. It is very busy and little ones may get into places they shouldn't. If possible, give yourself some alone time to shop with peace of mind.
Q. Are the sales located indoors?
A. Yes. Overland Park JBF sales are located in an air-conditioned/heated building.
Q. Are there any parking fees or entrance fees?
A. There are no parking fees and admission is $2 on the first day only-all other days are free admission. Click here for a free admission coupon.
Q. What should I bring when shopping at the sale?
A. Write a list of your child's measurements and bring a tape measure with you to measure the items. Use a waist pack instead of a purse or backpack. It's less to carry and you don't have to worry about setting it down. Although Large shopping bags will be provided to use while you shop, you are welcome to bring a laundry basket or tub to put your items in while you shop! Q. What forms of payment do you accept?
A. Cash, check, Visa, Mastercard, and Discover
Consignor QuestionsQ. Who can consign their items and become a seller?
A. Anyone can consign their children's items with Just Between Friends. We request that you have a minimum of 20 items or $100 worth of items.
Q. What percentage of the sales do I receive?
A. Consignors receive 65% of their sales, less a $10 consignor fee (deducted from your check). Volunteers who consign receive 70% of their sales, less a $10 consignor fee.
Q. Who does the pricing?
A. You set your own price and you get to decide if it is discounted on our 50% off sale days. A "star" on your tags means that item will remain full price throughout the sale.
Q. Should I "star" my items for the half-price sale?
A. Be selective with the clothes you star. We suggest that you let your clothing items sell in the discount sales. However, you are welcome to mark the starting price up, if it is something you are sentimental about. But, of course, it is your decision. Remember, "starred" items WILL remain full price and customers tend to buy a lot of non-starred items on discount days.
Q. What percentage of my items can I expect to sell?
A. Most consignors sell approximately 80% of their items in sizes 2-10. For sizes under 24 months the percentage drops due to the sheer volume of merchandise received. Remember, people tend to receive infant clothing as gifts, hand-me-downs, etc.
Q. How do I sign up to consign?
A. Just click on our "Online Signup" page and fill out the form. You will receive an email confirmation within moments that will provide you with a JBF Consignor/Membership Number.
Q. How long should I give myself to drop-off my items?
A. We have a check-in table coordinated by an assistant who will help you fill out a small amount of consignor information/waiver. It typically takes about 30 minutes (depending upon the number of items you bring) to drop-off your items. Your items will be inspected and then you place them in the designated areas around the sales floor. We have a limited number of rolling racks that you can use to bring your clothes into the building.
Q. When do I pick up any unsold items?
A. Unsold items are to be picked up on Sunday, September 13th. Please check the pick-up page for your scheduled pick-up time. Any items not picked up at that time will be donated to our children/family charity.
Q. Do I have to sort through the racks to find my unsold items?
A. No, when you pick up your unsold items, your hanging garments will already be sorted by Consignor Number for easy pick-up. As time and volunteer sign-ups allow, we hope to have all of the other items sorted, too. However, all toys, furniture, etc. will be grouped to provide for easy pick-up.
Q. How long does it take to receive my check?
A. Your check will be mailed to you within two weeks of the end of the sale.
Q. Will I know what items have sold?
A. Yes, with our barcoding system, you will be able to see a sales report detailing all the items you have sold. This information is downloaded nightly during the sale. Also, if you donate items at the end of the sale you will be able to print off an inventory list for your taxes and we will send you a donation receipt with your check. Important Note: If you pick-up your items and notice that there is an item that is not showing on your sold list, please wait until you receive your check to contact us about that item. In some instances, we need to hand enter a tag (bar code not dark enough, is blurry, or has tape over it, etc.). These tags will NOT show up on your sales list, but will most likely be included in your check amount. If we get paid for an item, so do you.
Q. Where do I find safety pins/hangers?
A. Plastic tube hangers can be found at most discount stores. Wire hangers are also acceptable. Check with your local dry cleaners for any extra hangers they may have. We do stock wire hangers in limited quantity. If you are needing several hangers and are willing to pick them up, contact Tami at tmetzger@jbfsale.com. Several department stores will give you leftover hangers. You may also try your local dollar store. Safely pins can be found at craft or discount stores.
Q. If I consign my items, do I have to stay during the sale?
A. Absolutely not. Consignors drop-off their items and put them out on the selling floor during the designated drop-off times and come back during the designated times to pick-up their unsold items. We do the rest! (although you are welcome to volunteer and shop EXTRA EARLY!)
Q. What items are you taking?
A. We accept anything related to babies or children. The clothing must be current season. For our fall/winter sale, we will be accepting only cold-weather clothing, i.e. coats, holiday dresses/outfits, Halloween costumes, pants, 3/4 lenth and full length sleved shirts, etc. Save your warm-weather items for our spring/summer sale. Other great items are toys, books, videos, strollers, baby equipment, nursery items, large play equipment, bedding, cribs, changing tables, etc. We will also be accepting kids sports equipment and have a woman's re-gifting section.
Q. Do you accept maternity wear?
A. Yes, at this time we are accepting maternity clothes and maternity items.
Q. What about shoes?
A. Yes, we do accept shoes. Each consignor is limited to 5 pairs of shoes. They must be in new or excellent condition. Shoes can be difficult to sell unless they are in perfect condition.
Q. What about stuffed animals?
A. Due to limited space, we are unable to accept stuffed animals except battery operated types, i.e. Dancing Elmo. Stuffed animals take up a large amount of space and do not sell very well.
Volunteer QuestionsQ. Can anyone sign up as a volunteer and attend the volunteer pre-sales?
A. Yes, anyone may sign up to volunteer on a first come/first served basis. You do not have to be a consignor to volunteer. We welcome husbands, sisters and grandparents.
Q. Can I bring a guest to the volunteer pre-sale?
A. Volunteers may not bring guests, unless the guest completes their own applicable volunteer times. Each pre-sale pass is good for one person to enter the pre-sale, at the designated time. Children are not allowed at any pre-sale event. Q. How long are the volunteer shifts?
A. Four Hours. There are several shifts to choose from, beginning Tuesday, September 8th through Sunday, September 13th.
Q. Do you provide childcare for volunteers?
A. We apologize, but we are unable to offer childcare at this time.
Q. I'm pregnant or have a medical condition. Can I still volunteer?
A. If you are pregnant or have a medical condition where you are unable to lift or stand for long periods of time, you will want to volunteer when the workload is less. We have several shifts available with jobs that can be done sitting down. Some of these shifts include greeter and check-in volunteer. Please contact us if these shifts do not fit your schedule, tmetzger@jbfsale.com. This is also a great opportunity for bartering if you are unable to put in the time. Click here for our Batering page.
Pre-sale QuestionsQ. Who is allowed to shop at the pre-sale?
A.12-hour volunteers shop first on Thursday, September 10th at 1pm.
8-hour volunteers shop on Thursday, September 10th at 2pm.
4-hour volunteers shop on Thursday, September 10th at 3pm Consignors shop on Thursday, September 10th at 4pm
All above pre-sales require a special pass for entrance. The presale for first-time parents, teachers and military begins at 5pm on Thursday, September 10th. Participants must be preregistered. You will not need a pass, but will be checked in at the door off of our registry list. First-time parents, teachers and military personnel may bring one guest to the presale.
12-hour volunteers, you may also shop the half-price pre-sale on Saturday, September 12th from 4pm to 6pm.
Q. Can I bring a stroller to the pre-sale?
A. We know that strollers are a convenient means of holding all your great finds at the presale. However, due to the number of shoppers and limited space we do not recommend bringing strollers, but do not forbid them. We will be providing shopping bags for your convenience or you are welcome to bring a laundry basket with a rope or belt attached to pull your "bargains" behind you. We do offer a Hold Area for your convenience. |
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