Showing posts with label JBF. Show all posts
Showing posts with label JBF. Show all posts

Friday, March 23, 2012

Going Consigning!

Posted by Unknown at 4:38 PM 0 comments

Our local JBF Consignment event opened its doors to the public today. I was itching to get in there first thing this morning but alas work was calling instead. So as soon as I am off today I will be heading on over to pick up Baby Z and we will go and consign together.

This time around I will be looking for primarily used board books. I think this is an excellent way to stock up our bookshelf on the cheap. I also find that board books are easy to clean and much more durable for chubby 10 month old fingers. I will also be eyeing the toy section for any good finds but have never purchased a used toy before so I will want to be sure its something that is easy to sanitize. Lastly, I might peruse the shoe and clothing section. Who am I kidding, of course I am going to hunt through the clothing section. I will be on the lookout for summer clothes around 18 month size that are in close to pefect or brand new condition.

I will post how it goes tomorrow. Happy Friday all and happy consigning.

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Books, Babies & Budgets

Posted by Unknown at 10:48 PM 0 comments
I have been reading to baby Z since she was quite a wee little thing. My doctors encouraged me to read to her as much as possible from a very early age. Now that she is almost 10 months old she actually takes a keen interest in her books and has favorites as well.
Babies can be rough on their books and when a board book costs upwards of $10.00 for a new one you may want to consider stocking your little ones bookshelf with less expensive options. Here are my top tips for book shipping for babies on a budget.
1. Targets have a pretty good selection of baby board books in their dollar section which is usually at the front of the store. They change the selection frequently and you won't feel bad when your little one ruins the spine on these books since they only cost you a dollar.
2. Used bookstores carry oodles of children's books at very reasonable prices. Contact your local used bookstore and ask about their selection and if they have board books of that's what you are in the market for.
3. Consignment sales such as JBF carry more baby books than you'll know what to do with. Peruse their gently used books for great baby reads.
4. Libraries sometimes clear out their stock in preparation for new items. When they do this they usually sell their books for less than a dollar each. Contact your local library to inquire about any upcoming sales.
5. Garage sale lovers, I'm sure I don't have to tell you that this is a prime market for children's books.

Don't be afraid to stock up as children love an ever changing variety and extra books are easy to store on shelved or in containers.

Where do you shop for your children's books?

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

OOTD Baby Style: Once Upon a Dress

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So as some of you may already know I have an obsession with baby clothes. So do a lot of the family and friends in my life as well. The result of this is an overstocked closet for little baby Z. Result of this? Baby outfit of the day or OOTD: baby style. Plus maybe it will give others with little girls a few moments of cuteness that they can understand and appreciate.

  • Dress with matching green onsie were a set a bought at a JBF consignment event. It is by Carters.
  • Black leggings are from Target, they are Circo brand. These are surprisingly soft. 
  • Socks ( that dont quite match the outfit ) are Trumpette. Bought at a JBF consignment.
  • Hat with matching detachable bow are from Stroller Blanket Mom which is a baby boutique on Etsy.

This floral dress used to be long on her. To get more use out of your little ones summer dresses you can easily add leggings and a shirt underneath. Also if a dress starts getting too short, adding pants, tights or leggings underneath instantly turn it into a tunic.

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Baby Consignment Haul

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In the last month I have gone to two different JBF Consignment events. Its a great way to find fun baby items at amazing prices. You can usually find brand new or almost brand new items for under 4 dollars. I had fun picking out some baby clothing items. You can view the video below to see my finds! Just click on "My JBF Finds".

My JBF Finds!

Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Buying for Baby!

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Ahhhh buying stuff for your first baby...nothing like that overwhelming yet exhilarating feeling. Add to that equation that your first baby is a girl and WHOA ...I have no words. My first baby is due end of this month and once I found out that I was having a little girl I have not been able to resist the urge to shop shop shop for her. However, I think I have done pretty well ( I think) considering that I love looking for bargains for all her cute stuff. The picture above is an taste of some of the accessories I have bought for me...uh...er I mean her. I got some cute hats at Target and at Janie and Jack on sale. Some great purchases including the nautical themed frame from Zulily and little bows and tights from Gymboree.

 

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