Bursting with New Items!

Sorry for the delay in getting a new blog entry out! We have been sooooo busy this week! Maybe the cool weather is reminding everyone that it is almost back to school time. We have been selling so many items of fall clothing, coats, and even

Halloween Costumes!

But we have also been buying like crazy. I guess everyone is clearing out before buying for the new season, so we are always getting in new clothing and costumes. And we have plenty of other new items as well. Here are just a small sampling:

*Leap Frog Learning Desk

*Little Tikes Children's Desk

*BebePod Plus Baby Seat

*Bumbo Seat

*Infantino Shop & Play Shopping Cart Cover

*Fisher Price Intellitainer Exersaucer

*Little Tikes Coupe Car

*Playhut Basketball Hoop

*Megablocks Wagon

*Littlest Pet Shop Get Well Center

*Arms Reach Mini Co-Sleeper

*Beanstalk Backpack Carrier

*Fisher Price Soothing Motions Glider

Blog Deal Day

Blog Deal Day*

25% Off All Equipment

We are running out of room, so come take a look at all our bouncy seats, swings, diaper bags, changing tables, carriers, etc.!

*This special is not valid with other offers or store credit

Winter Coats and Other New Items

Winter Coats, Boots, Hats, and Mittens Are Out!

Come early for the best selection

Other New Items In Stock:
Fall Clothing
White Changing Table with Drawer

Bumbo Seat

K's Kids Julia (or Wayne) Needs A Bath

Handcrafted Potty Seat

Beanstalk Backpack Carrier

Playtex Hip Hammock Carrier

Graco Clip-on Stroller Umbrella

The First Years Hands-Free Gate

Totally Me Deluxe Pottery Wheel

Wedding Day Barbie

Galloping Jumperoo

Kufi Caps and Clip-on Flowers

Recycle Shops

We have a new exchange student in our house. She arrived from Japan just last week. It’s a big adjustment for someone who has not done much travelling. It is a new and different world. I brought her to the store with me the other day. She looked over everything and was very impressed. And she was quite surprised when I told her this was a resale store. In Japan they are called recycle shops, but there are not many of them, and much fewer clothing recycle shops than those carrying other items such as televisions and other electronic equipment.

And that got me thinking about the progress we’ve made here in this country with recycling generally and the proliferation of resale stores. According to the National Association of Resale and Thrift Shops, there has been a 5% annual growth in the industry. No doubt that hard economic times have played a role in the recent upswing in resale sales. Some second-hand stores are reporting as much as a 20% increase in sales. But the expansion in the industry over the years is most likely related to an increased awareness in recycling and the desire to minimize our impact on our environment—at least that’s what I’d like to think. And that interest has in turn changed the image of the resale shop. People are no longer afraid to admit that they bought that adorable outfit at a second-hand store. In fact, I’ve seen people say it with pride. And others respond with, “What a great find!”

So next time you are planning on going for the great sales at the retail store, take a moment to think about whether you really need to buy it new. When you buy at a resale shop, not only will you find great deals, but you are also doing your part in creating an eco-friendly society. The more you buy resale, not only are you buying “green”, but you are helping the industry survive and thrive. And just maybe we can be a great example for other countries. You know, Japanese teens especially love all things American, so perhaps recycle shops will become the next big thing!

Stuff-a-Bag Sale Pricing

For those of you who aren't familiar with a stuff-a-bag sale, this is your chance to check it out! We have bins and bins full of clothing and the bags to stuff the clothing into. You can stuff as much as you can into each bag as long as you can tie it shut. Usually we do this sale only twice a year, at the change of season, so don't miss it! Here's how the pricing will work per bag:

9:00-11:00: $8.99
11:00-2:00: $5.99
2:00-4:00: $3.99
4:00-5:00: $1.99

Come early for the best selection!

Stuff-A-Bag Sale & New Items

Stuff-A-Bag Sale

Saturday, August 8th

9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

Stuff a bag full of select clothes for one low price!

New Items In Stock:

Little Tikes Cook 'n Learn Kitchen

First Years 5-in-1 Sleep System

Sassy Mobile with Remote

Fisher Price Bounce & Spin Zebra

Doll Strollers & Changing Table Station

Travel N Trundle Bed

Fisher Price Aquarium Cradle Swing

Lots of Puzzles, Games, and New Stuffed Animals

And Much More!