Here is a list of typical mistakes consignors make preparing items for the sale. MBC staff lovingly calls this the “No-No List”. Read it over and avoid getting on the naughty list.
Do NOT | Do |
Hand write tags | Enter all items into MSM and print tags with barcodes |
Use regular copy paper for tags | Use cardstock so tags don’t rip or come off your items |
Forget to color code tags or color code the back of the tag only | The front of each tag should clearly indicate your consignor color OR yellow if the item will be donated if it doesn’t sell. This is a crucial step when we are at the end of the sale to ensure we handle your unsold items accordingly (either return to you or donated them) |
Tape all around the edges of a tag | Tape once over the tag to prevent tearing or the barcode |
Use scotch tape | Use packing tape to tape bags or attached tags to equipment/toys. This does a better job of making sure your item isn’t separated from the tag. |
Place tag inside baggies | Tape over tag once using packing tape to the outside of baggies |
Tape tag on painted surfaces (i.e. wooden furniture), stickers/removable parts of item, surface area that could easily rip when removing tag/tape | Carefully select a location for your tag that will not damage the item when the tag is removed at check-out. When in doubt, ask a volunteer at drop-off. |
Write changes on a tag (i.e. price change, discount/no discount, etc.) | Make a new tag via MSM if you need to change anything. |
Use tiny/small safety pins to attach tags | Use medium or large safety pins (look on-line for examples) |
Use multiple safety pins, attach safety pins horizontally through a tag, NOR use a hole punch | Use one safety pin, poke thru the top center of the tag once vertically and attach through item |
Use rubber bands to group sets of books or other items together | Use ribbon, baggies, etc. to group items securely together |
Use generic descriptions on tags like “Toys” or “Books” | Be specific as possible with item description in case tags get separated from item |
(For clothing/hanging items) Place tag or safety pin inside clothing, on seam (i.e. armpit), or any location OTHER THAN top right of item. | Safety pin tag uses guidelines above on the top right side of item, so it is easy for shoppers to find as they “flip” through clothing on the racks. |
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