Just two of HUNDREDS of articles on the topic: Are All Gently Used Children’s Items Destined for the Dump? and again, over at The Simple Dollar.
Over the past week we have received numerous e-mails about the CPSC’s new regulation regarding children’s items for sale to consumers. We are in no position to discuss the ins and outs of it BUT wanted to offer a word of comfort/precaution: until you see the sign on your consignment shop’s doors or hear that a consignment sale has been canceled OR even see information stating specifically that one can no longer sell untested children’s good…assume business as usual.
Much of this situation is causing a flurry and wildfire of concern. In speaking with a personal contact of ours and consignment sale organizer today I learned there are many, many unanswered questions and possibly even some regulatory safeguards in place for small business owners when it comes to regulations of this sort.
So – Be sure to attend your local consignment sales this Spring and frequent local consignment shops…if their doors are open, it’s okay to buy from them!
Check the following sites for upcoming sale dates and be sure to consign and shop! They need you and we need them!!!
Just Between Friends – Nationwide
The Savvy Sale – Phoenix
Sun Valley Kids – Phoenix
Children’s Orchard – Nationwide
Once Upon A Child – Nationwide
Kid to Kid – Nationwide
Help us expand our listing! Add your local consignment sale in the comments section!
Check back in two weeks for a sale pass giveaway!
