Outrageous Outgrowns has been in business for about 30 years, bringing Bay Area families together for a huge semi annual Pop Up consignment event. As we and our kids outgrow everything in the blink of an eye, families can shop for much needed items and pre-loved treasures at a fraction of retail. Over 70 000 items brought to our show are either brand new or gently used and checked for quality, so you can be assured that consigned items have plenty of life left in them. And all items are neatly arranged by size and category so it’s like shopping at your favorite store.

ABOUT OUR SHOW

What types of items do you have at the sale?
How often do you have these events?
Are the prices really good at these shows?
What is the half-price sale?
What types of payment do you accept at the sale?
Need more information?

SELLER INFORMATION

How does the selling process work?
Can I volunteer to work at the show?
What happens to my items after the show?
How do I display my clothing items?
Where do I find hangers?
Can I use my own price tags?
How do I know how much to charge for my items?
I misplaced my "Reference Section" of the Seller's Kit. How can I get another?
Are there any rules for what I can and can’t sell?
When and how do sellers get paid?

 

ABOUT OUR SHOW

What types of items do you have at the sale?
While we’re never exactly sure of all the brands and items we carry until drop off day, our general categories include baby and kids clothing, shoes and accessories from preemie to size 18/20, toys, movies, books, games, CDs and video games, feeding items, bedding and linens, nursery and room decor items, strollers, car seats, high chairs, playpens, sporting equipment, outdoor toys, bicycles, and ride on toys. We often have furniture, collectibles, baby safety items, play structures, and a large selection of maternity and nursing items. Years ago, we included Juniors, Women’s and Young Men’s clothing & footwear for bigger kids, which has grown immensely in popularity, especially for thrifting fans!

How often do you have these events?
Our events happen twice a year – once in the Spring and once in the Fall. Typically you will find Spring and Summer clothing and toys at the Spring show, and Fall, Halloween, Winter, and Christmas items at the Fall show, although we do allow sellers to bring “out-of-season” items at any time.

Are the prices really good at these shows?
Sellers price their own items before the show begins. This leads to a wide range of prices, from good deals to exceptional bargains. There are name brands and some boutique items, from budget-brands to high-end. Our prices are always less than traditional consignment stores in the Bay Area, and our half-price day makes the deals even better. It's free to shop, so why not come see for yourself?

What is the half-price sale?
On the final day of the event, many of the items that are left will be reduced to 50% off the marked price. Sellers will mark a "YES" to denote the discount. Sellers may also choose not to discount a particular item, in which case a "NO" will be printed on a ticket.

What types of payment do you accept at the sale?
We accept cash, debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and Amex credit cards. Unfortunately we can no longer accept checks.

PLEASE NOTE:
Due to the increase in credit card fees and the huge negative impact it has on our small business, there will be a 3% processing/convenience fee added to those wishing to pay via credit card.

Need more information?
For information on the date, hours and location of our next event, as well as parking information, directions and a map, click here.

For information on how to be a seller, check out our Seller Information below, or click here to register now.

 

SELLER INFORMATION

How does the selling process work?
It’s easy to sell at Outrageous Outgrowns, but preparing for the show does take time, so don’t wait til the last minute to sign up and get started. Spots fill quickly, and because our location changes, we are limited on the number of sellers we can accept. Simply register through our site, pay the fee via check or PayPal and we will email you the Sellers Kit and link to start tagging items. Due to the increase in supplies and shipping, we will no longer be sending Seller Tagging Kits. We now accept PLAIN WHITE CARDSTOCK in addition to the TERRA GREEN. These may be attached with your own tagging supplies (ie: tagging gun at the seam, plastic ties, safety pins at the seam). Sellers will drop off items on the designated DROP OFF day and place them where they belong. Our staff and volunteers will quality check items the entirety of the next day, so no need to wait! Consignors will receive 55% of sold items, and if you volunteer for a shift, you’ll receive 65%.

Can I volunteer to work at the show?
We LOVE and rely on volunteers to make each and every event happen. Each show is fast paced, with thousands of people coming to every show. Some drive hours twice a year to grab amazing deals, so we are always in need of energetic people with good, friendly attitudes. There are all sorts of shifts suitable for all types of abilities, and each shift lasts just 4 hours. Sign up early as most spots do fill up quickly. Seller volunteers earn 65% of their sales AND can shop 1 hour earlier on the designated Sellers Only sale day. However, we do enforce a 10% penalty (45% instead of 55%) for ‘NO SHOWS’ as we must hire staff to fill that position. In addition, unless you are a nursing mom, no children under 13 may accompany your shift.

What happens to my items after the show?
If items are not marked with a ‘D’, they will be sorted and returned to you on the designated ‘PICK UP’ day. If you choose to donate unsold items, our local non profits rely heavily on these generous donations. We work and have worked with agencies like Santa Maria Urban Ministries, Loved Twice, Real Options, City Team, hospital NICU units, local school clothing closets, local church clothing closets, and victims of flood, fire and natural disasters.

How do I display my items?
All clothing items must be placed on hangers as they are easier for shoppers to view. Articles that come with multiple pieces and attachments should be securely attached to avoid loss and easy theft. High end items can be brought to us at ‘Drop Off’ to be displayed in a monitored area. We will have designated sections and baskets for all accessories. Please make sure all items are clean, complete, and unexpired. Car seats and helmets expire!

Where do I find hangers?
Here are some suggestions for increasing your hanger supply to use at the next event:

• Tag only the clothing you think will sell. Items like camp T-shirts and customized soccer jerseys won.t sell here, so don't waste a hanger on them.
• Don't wait until the last minute! If you start early, you'll find you have plenty of hangers come sale time. If you wait until the last minute, you'll be scrambling for hangers, which isn't fun.
• Keep the hangers you get from the items you buy at our event. We will be sending hangers home with our customers - including you - so be sure to keep them for your items.
• Ask at the stores where you already shop. Getting hangers from a retail store is hit-or-miss, so ask each time, even if they previously told you 'no'.
• Check Craigslist or garage sales for cheap or free hangers, or raid your own closets.
• Check the dollar store.

We may have some hangers available on drop-off day for your use, but you will not be able to take hangers home with you that day, so be sure to bring your already-tagged items that need hangers with you when you come to drop-off. We will also have a limited number of hangers available during pick-up day from customers and from donated items. You will be allowed to fill one bag after you pre-register for the next event, until the hangers are gone.

Can I use my own price tags?
Due to increased supply and shipping costs, we will no longer send tagging supplies. We accept items tagged with PLAIN WHITE CARDSTOCK, as it is a less expensive option and readily available in many stores. For those who have a supply of the TERRA GREEN CARDSTOCK, we will continue accepting items tagged with those for the next few sales. The Sellers Kit will detail what you can use to attach tags, with a “How To” as to not damage items for sale. Items with paper tags will be rejected as these are easily torn off.

How do I know how much to charge for my items?
Good question! This is very difficult to answer and depends on many things. For clothing or other similar items, we recommend starting at around 25% of retail. For toys or large items, that amount can near 40%-50% or more. How much you can charge also depends on the condition of the item (brand new, new looking, or gently used), what type of item it is (a jacket or pair of jeans would be more valuable than a t-shirt or onesie), how desirable it is (brand names, character prints, “in style”, etc.), and your personal preference. We usually tell sellers that if you would pay a particular price for a particular item, someone else will too. In your seller's kit we also include a chart that lists the actual prices of items sold at our previous events for your reference.

I misplaced my "Reference Section" of the Seller's Kit. How can I get another?
No problem, just contact us!

Are there any rules for what I can and can’t sell?
Yes! We only accept new and gently used items, so please check all items carefully while prepping your inventory. Clothing and footwear should be clean with NO holes, stains, tears, rips, missing buttons or broken zippers. Of course they can have visible signs of wear, but not excessive. (Ie: no treads on sneakers, excessive pilling on tops, knees worn out on pants). Toys, games, and puzzles must be complete, and electronic items must be checked for corroded batteries and/or damaged chargers. If an item is not in good, useable condition, it will be rejected, so don’t waste time tagging these. In addition but not limited to, we do NOT accept opened/used nipples for baby bottles, used pacifiers, perishables, items that promote violence and/or hate, sexually suggestive materials, and items with profanity. Mature men’s clothing and footwear, recalled toys, baby items, etc are not accepted, nor are EXPIRED helmets and car seats.

When and how do sellers get paid?
Tear down, donation pick ups and clean up takes about a week post event. We then need a full week to verify all volunteer shifts and adjust percentages manually in order to update settlement reports for sellers. You may request to receive your settlement via Zellepay or paper checks will be mailed, both which begin about 3 weeks post event.

Questions? Email us at: m@e@dnooma.comin.com