The selection has become lackluster in that many items have stains, rips, or look very worn. But the real issue was a conversation I had with the owner today. I have been consigning with them for six years now and yesterday I brought a giant box of items in.Some of the items folder neatly, or laid flat, and had a few wrinkles in them. I mentioned that they were previously brought to Once upon a child and probably were not put back nicely. So today I go back to bring a few more games I found in our closet and scan the sale rack - they were having a huge sale a bag for $10 sale - and the owner took it upon herself to tell me that she didn't appreciate when people brought items to them after going to another consignment store first. She said it "hurt their feelings" when people brought them the other stores "rejects ". I commented that yesterday the sales associate took every single one of my items to sell except for clothing that was summer season. Clearly they were not rejects. I told her that each store has a different inventory and takes different items based on the clientele they keep. Also, Once upon A Child. Clearly they were not rejects. I told her that each store has a different inventory and takes different items based on the clientele they keep. Also, Once upon A Child takes all seasons all the time AND As you cash on the spot. Where as Abigails consignment you have to wait till your item sells. And then, you have to call three and four times sometimes to get your check mailed to you. I was just taken aback at how once she was about not wanting us to bring items in if we brought them somewhere else first. That's business. I'm trying to sell my items. If they have a problem with the condition people bring them in they should have asked me to take them home and fold them before bringing them in.
I've been shopping here since before my oldest was born. Now pregnant with my third , it's a must stop anytime I am looking for a specific item or just to browse. Today I went in looking for a yellow shirt for my 6 year old and a few maternity tops for myself. I left with the yellow shirt, two pairs of toddler shorts, a pair of leather sun sandals (!), three maternity dresses and four maternity shirts! All for $75! I had $45 in credit from consigning with them, so all in all it was a steal! The brands were all old navy or motherhood maternity- So I didn't have to try them on knowing how those brands run. This newest location off
of Antioch Road is huge. It has such a large selection of maternity , kids, baby, and toys. The items are neatly hung and easy to browse through. The shoes are accessible for trying on as well. There is a large fitting room also, but I have never used it since it has a curtain inside of the door, and my toddler just runs away. But for shopping there is a toddler play area That keeps my 21-month-old quite entertained. The owner is always kind and pleasant whether I am in the store or calling with a question.
As for consigning they are upfront about which items they are currently taking - So you never waste a trip to be turned away with your items.
The only reason it has four stars for me instead of five is because some of the prices are not as low as I would like them to be considering the items are second hand. But, if you know the retail cost then you can make good decisions about your purchases.
I would definitely recommend stopping in soon - and don't be in a hurry :-) read more