Common Threads handles all the details and most of the work for you! We advertise and promote the event, ensuring plenty of potential buyers quickly. You DO NOT HAVE TO BE AT THE EVENT to sell your items. You can earn more money than selling at consignment stores or garage sales—earn 65-75% of the selling price and get paid quickly. We hold sales twice yearly: in March/April for Spring/Summer items and in September/October for Fall/Winter items. Plus, you contribute to recycling and reusing, which is greatly needed in our community. Imagine your beautiful kids' clothing finding a new home with a neighbor—join this fantastic community event where it’s genuinely neighbors helping neighbors!
Everyone is welcome to consign their gently used women’s and children’s items.
To consign, register on the consignor registration page of our website. Review and understand the consignor agreement. Once you pay the $10/$15/$20 non-refundable/non-transferable registration fee via PayPal, you can enter and tag your items using our internet-based program. This program generates barcoded tags that must be attached to your items before arriving at your drop-off appointment.
We accept 350 consignors for each event on a first-come, first-serve basis. The registration fee must be paid within 24 hours of registering to reserve your spot, or you will be removed. Once all spots are filled, a waiting list will be created. You have until one day before the sale to input all your items and print your tags.
The $15 non-refundable/non-transferable registration fee covers location rental, advertising, insurance, display racks, supplies, and more, ensuring your commitment. Space is limited, and many people want to consign. Pay this fee during registration via PayPal within 24 hours, or you will be removed from the sale.
Each consignor prices their items. We recommend pricing items 50-75% less than the original retail price. Lower prices sell better, but the minimum price is $2.00. There is no maximum price limit and no negotiating prices at the sale. The last day features an optional 50% off sale. You can choose which items, if any, you want to be discounted during the tagging process. We encourage participation in the discount option, especially if you’re unsure about pricing. The discount day is very active at Common Threads!
We accept new and gently used, high-quality children’s clothing, toys, furniture, strollers, playhouses, high chairs, sports equipment, and items suitable for infants and children. See our list [HERE] for accepted items. All items must be in good condition; clothing with stains, missing buttons, broken zippers, excess wear, holes, or tears will not be accepted.
YES! We are excited to reintroduce women’s clothing, aiming for a boutique-type experience. We accept high-quality, great-condition, name-brand items (no Walmart or Target). Each consignor is limited to 25 items, including shoes and accessories (no jewelry, lingerie, or scarves). Items must be current styles and season-appropriate.
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Thank you for being such a fantastic and supportive community! Let's continue to make this group a great place for everyone.
Spring Sale: Spring and summer clothing, including shorts, short sleeves, Easter and summer holiday motifs, swimwear, etc. No Christmas/holiday apparel, winter gear, Halloween items, etc.
Fall Sale: Fall and winter clothing, including winter gear, long-sleeve tops, winter holiday motifs, etc. No shorts or short sleeves.
We prioritize selling only safe, good-condition products. Click here to review the list of items we do not accept. Please ensure your items meet safety standards.
As a seller, you ensure all items meet current safety standards. Check all items for recalls before drop-off. Review these links for more information:
All consignors earn 65% of their sales. Participate as a Team Thread Member to earn more: 5% extra for one 4-hour shift, 10% extra for two 4-hour shifts. Team Thread slots are limited, so sign up early.
Wire hangers are recommended but not required; plastic hangers are fine. You can get wire hangers from dry cleaners or purchase them from eBay, Craigslist, or Amazon. Safety pins with sewing supplies are available at most retail stores (e.g., CVS, Wal-Mart, Walgreens). Tagging guns are also an option and can save time.
No, consignors drop off their items at designated times and return to pick up unsold items at the end. Alternatively, you can choose to have them donated.
Consignors can sell up to 200 items, with some category limits. Total items must have a minimum total value of $100
Expect to spend 30-60 minutes for drop-off. After check-in and item preview, you will place your items on the sales floor. Sorting items by size, gender, or product groups before arrival will make drop-off quicker and easier.
Yes, you can check your sales at the end of each sales day by logging into the consignor page. Sales data will be updated at the end of each day.
Consignors can take back unsold items or donate them to our local charity. Items not picked up by the designated time will be donated. Donation receipts are available upon request. Right now Common Threads is working with The Union County Giving Closet of Lewisburg.
Yes, at the end of the sale, you will need to sort through the racks to find your unsold items.Plan for 30mins depending on how many itmes you have left. If at the end of the sale you have sold almost allof your items and do not wish to pick up please text me at 570-716-2367 and let me, I will then donate all other your items.
Pick-up is usually from 3 pm - 5 pm on the last day of the sale. A pick-up manager will be available to assist you. Don’t forget to check the lost and found table. PLEASE READ EMAILS FOR ALL THE SPECIFICS.
While we do our best to prevent theft or loss, we cannot be held responsible for lost or stolen items. If an item is missing, check your inventory list to ensure it wasn’t entered twice. Lots of reasons could occur for an items being "lost". Please check these off before you fill out the MIssing items form. 1, item is on the floor but not in the right place, 2, item never actually came to the sale, 3. item was entered twice in the data base by mistake, 4. item was rejected at drop-off, If still missing, fill out a Missing Item form.
Consignors will be paid via check, typically within two weeks after the sale. We may switch to PayPal or eCheck for quicker payments in the future. Ensure your address is correct on our website.
Consider using our Tagging Service, TEAM TAG. Tagging typically takes around 4 hours, depending on the number of items. The process includes hanging clothes, attaching shoes, entering items into our system, printing tags, and attaching them to items. Sorting by gender, size, and brand can speed up the process.
Sold and helped at least three sales
Tagged your items (not using our Tagging Service)
Brought over 175 items in the previous sale with a sell-through rate of 75% or higher
Perks for power sellers:
Drop off items anytime on drop-off day between 11 am and 6 pm without a quality check
Bring up to 400 items
Sign a consignor contract
Streamlined drop-off process
Shopper Questions
Are the sales seasonal for clothing?
Yes! The Spring Sale is for spring and summer clothing, including shorts, short sleeves, swimwear, and summer holiday motifs. Winter gear, holiday apparel, and Halloween items are not accepted in the spring. Long sleeves and jeans are allowed if they follow these guidelines. The Fall Sale is for fall and winter clothing, such as winter gear, long sleeves, and winter holiday motifs. Shorts and short sleeves are not accepted in the fall. This seasonal division helps consignors sell items more effectively.
Are the sales located indoors?
Yes, all sales are held indoors. We strive to make the shopping experience fun, organized, and enjoyable, and we consistently receive positive feedback from moms who shop with us.
Are there any parking or entrance fees?
Lewisburg—Parking is always free, and entrance fees are not charged except for paid early-access shopping opportunities on Wednesday.
Williamsport - there is a combination of free and paid parking - paid parking is very inexpensive.
What items do you sell?
We sell girls' and boys' clothing (infant through size 18), shoes, accessories, toys, books, baby equipment, and everything related to infants and kids. We also offer maternity items and a limited selection of women's clothing.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept cash, credit, and debit cards. Checks are not accepted, and credit card transactions have a $2 fee.
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What is your return policy?
All sales are final. There are no returns or refunds. Buyers should inspect all items before purchasing. A member of our staff checks each item; however, with 1000 and 1000 items, we sometimes miss something.
Can we "try on" the clothing?
Yes, we do have fitting rooms on site. However, We suggest measuring your child's current clothes at home (inseam, length, waist, etc) and then bringing a tape measure with you to the sale.
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What does a TEAM THREAD member do?
Team Thread will help us with setting up, assisting customers, checking in consignors, security, checking out customers and sorting unsold merchandise for pick-up. As a team thread member, you will earn the right to shop early at our Presale. To learn more about becoming a TEAM THREAD MEMBER and to register for a shift, CLICK HERE .
Do you provide childcare for Team Thread?
No. Please do not bring your children to the event while participating in the TEAM THREAD SHIFTS. We love kids, however we are all too busy to keep track of them and the toys are too tempting :)!!
Can I cancel my shift? If a you need to cancel a shift, you may cancel by the Friday prior to the start of the sale without penalty.