If you are attending one of our preview sales on Wednesday, please review the following reminders to help create a smooth shopping experience:

Wear your wristband

Check the schedule- come at the right time for the preview sale you are eligible for. 

• 2p - Super+ Volunteers (Green)
• 3p - Super Volunteers (Blue)
• 4p - Volunteers (Yellow)
• 5p - Consignors + Guests (Pink, White)
• 6p - New Moms (Red)

No guests or kids (without a wristband)

In order to improve the shopping experience at our preview sales, please do not bring spouses, older children, parents, or other guests. No guests are allowed at the Volunteer preview sales. Guests with wristbands will be allowed at the Consignor Preview sale. Children in strollers or slings are allowed, but we suggest not bringing them if possible as the sale can be a bit hectic. If you choose to bring your small children, keep them by your side at all times (kids cannot be roaming around unsupervised). 

Guest passes

For the consignor preview sale (starting at 5p), guest passes will be available for $10 at the door. Guests must have a preview sale wristband (they will have the white bands) in order to enter. 

New purchase process for large items, security tags (big items do not go to holding area)

New this sale, you will see items with a large tag that replaces our "sold sticker" process from previous sales. If you see a large item you want, follow the instructions printed on the tag:

1. Write your name and phone number on the top half of the tag (in pen)
2. Tear off the bottom half of the tag
3. Check out, get a receipt
4. Grab your item from the floor and have your receipt checked at the door on your  way out

Items that have the bottom half of the tag torn will be considered sold, but should be left in place on the floor rather than being moved up front. 

Items that will have the new security tags:

• Strollers
• High chairs
• Pack and Plays
• Outdoor toys
• Bikes
• Exersaucers
• Furniture
• Bouncers
• Swings
• Car seats

Line up inside the mall

For the volunteer and consignor preview sales, we will be lining up inside the mall at the inside entrance to our store (by Sports Authority). Lines will form early, so please look for the people that have the same color wristband as you to make sure you are in the right line. 

Carts, shopping bags, etc.

We have a limited number of shopping carts, so please don't count on being able to get one at the preview sales. We will provide large shopping bags for your use while at the sale (from Ikea), but you might want to bring a basket or something else to carry your items in while shopping. 

Checkout changes

We will not be tearing tags at check out this time so the process will be more like what you would experience at other retail stores. To keep things moving, keep like items together for fast scanning and bagging. 

Express line

Though we don't expect anyone to find only 10 items or less, if you have a small number of items please look for our express line to move through checkout more quickly. 

Be patient

We have a lot of consignors and a lot of items at this sale, and we will be doing everything we can to keep things moving but it might take you a few minutes to get through check out. Thank you in advance for your patience. 

Get great deals!

We have packed in more than 80,000 items at this sale! Inventory is up over 30% from the Spring event so you are sure to find everything you need to stock up for the next few months. 

Crib Recalls - Only Cribs Manufactured After June 2011 Allowed

Due to changes in the laws regarding crib safety, drop side cribs are no longer allowed to be sold. Going forward, only cribs that were manufactured after June 2011 and do not have a drop side can be consigned at The One Week Boutique. More details at the CPSC Website  . 

In order to speed up entry to our many preview sales, we will be issuing colored wristbands to all volunteers and consignors prior to the preview sale day (Wednesday, October 12th).  Everyone who enters the preview sale will need to be wearing the appropriate color wristband. If you are a volunteer only who is not working a shift until later in the week you will need to come by sometime during consignor check-in (Sunday through Tuesday) to receive your wristband.

Additionally, no guests will be allowed for the volunteer or consignor preview sales.  This applies to spouses, kids, grandparents, etc. Only the volunteer or consignor with a wristband may enter the sale.   Guest passes will be available for purchase for $10.  Each volunteer or consignor can purchase 1 Guest Pass for someone to shop starting at 5:00 Wednesday night.

Just as a reminder, the Preview Sale schedule for Wednesday is as follows:

• 2:00 -- Super + Volunteers (you must be working 4 HIGH priority or 6 regular shifts to qualify for this sale)
• 3:00 -- Super Volunteers (you must be working 3 HIGH priority or 4 regular shifts to qualify for this sale)
• 4:00 -- Volunteers (you must be working 1 HIGH priority or 2 regular shifts to qualify for this sale)
• 5:00 -- Consignor Preview Sale
• 6:00 -- New Mom Preview Sale

After each sale we spend time evaluating our processes and gathering feedback from consignors, volunteers, and shoppers.  Below you will see some of the expected changes and additions for this upcoming sale, our 11th The One Week Boutique!

Updated Schedule

Four public sale days with extended hours! The popular Half Price Sale is moved back to Sunday 10-2 and consignor pick up will remain on Sunday night after the sorting of unsold items. Check out the full schedule on the Events Page. 

Improved Quality Control and Check-Out Speed

Improvements from check-in to check-out are planned.  At this sale  we are focusing on increasing quality.   As a result, consignors will notice consistent controls on clothing and packaging requirements at check-in, more volunteer training, newly designated "Inspectors" and a host of other adjustments. Check-out procedures will also be improved to account for items sold and speed up the check-out process. 

"Premium Protection" Offered

Once a consignor has checked in her inventory, she will be offered an opportunity to register any high-value items such as video games, purses, strollers, dresses, and other items over $10. These items will receive a second inspection and will be uniquely registered. Many will receive additional security measures. If these items are not accounted for at the conclusion of the sale, TOWB will reimburse consignors for the sale of the items. Items not registered with "Premium Protection" will not be reimbursed.

"Super+" Volunteer Sale Added

The response to our "Super Volunteer Sale" in the Spring was so great that we've added another volunteer level with an associated early shopping opportunity called "Super+".

• To shop the Volunteer Preview Sale you must volunteer for 1 HIGH Priority shift or 2 REGULAR shifts.  You may then shop starting at 4:00pm on Wednesday, October 12th.
• To qualify as a Super Volunteer  you must volunteer for 3 HIGH Priority or 4 REGULAR shifts.  You may then shop starting at 3:00pm on Wednesday, October 12th.
• To qualify as a Super+ Volunteer  you must volunteer for 4 HIGH Priority or 6 REGULAR shifts.  You may then shop starting at 2:00pm on Wednesday, October 12th.

Check out the details on the Volunteers Page. 

T-Shirts and Shopping Bags

The One Week Boutique will be offering t-shirts for $10 and reusable shopping bags for $1 on-site throughout the sale. 

Consignors,

 With less than a month to go before sale week we wanted to touch base with you to remind you of a few important policies and highlight a few changes for this sale.  We are excited at the pace of consignor registration and, as a result, anticipate closing registration within the next couple of weeks.  So, if you have any friends who are considering consigning remind them to register now!

Changes for this Sale

• The biggest change that affects you, our consignors, is that we will be sorting unsold items at the completion of the sale.  When you come to pick-up on Sunday your items will all be organized by number and easy to find.  Also for the first time, profit checks will be available at consignor pick-up on Sunday, March 13^th from 4-6pm. 
• The Half Price Sale will now be held on Saturday, not Sunday.  Please spread the word about this change.  Volunteers will be invited to shop from 10-noon on Saturday, and the Public Half Price Sale will be held from noon-6pm on Saturday, March 12^th .

  Reminders

• You must register for a check-in time to drop off your items.  Please log-in to your account now to sign up for a time.  Anyone without a check-in time will be asked to leave and return at the next available time.
• Please follow the tagging guidelines carefully to insure that your items are accepted at check-in and to increase the likelihood that your items will sell. http://www.theoneweekboutique.com/Consignors/Tagging
• Your clothing items must be on hangers.   One hundred (100) clothing items will be accepted per consignor.  Twenty-five (25) maternity items will be accepted per consignor.  Ten (10) pairs of shoes will be accepted per consignor.
• If toys or games require batteries the consignor must provide them.  This includes infant bouncy chairs and swings.
• You must carefully check the recall list for recalled items. www.cpsc.gov

 Concierge

If you feel like you are running out of time to get your things ready for The One Week Boutique then our Concierge Service may be just what you need.  You provide the items and any necessary hangers and leave the pricing, tagging, and delivery to the sale to us.  You can even approve the prices before tags are printed.  Spaces are limited.  www.theoneweekboutique.com/Consignors/Concierge-Service

Remember to download and print a flyer and post it where potential customers will see it.  You are our best marketing tool so please spread the word about The One Week Boutique!

We’ll see you all soon!

Register Now for our 10th sale!

Consignor drop off starts Sunday, March 6th, 2011. Consignors and Volunteers shop Wednesday, March 9th. Public Sale March 10-12.  

Changes for this sale:

• The opportunity to be a Super Volunteer -- volunteer for more hours and shop even earlier!
• Sorting after the sale closes.  You asked and we answered.  We will now sort any unsold items for consignor pick-up.
• Checks available at consignor pick-up.
• More evening shopping hours.
• Volunteers shop early at Wednesday night Preview Sale AND Half-Price Sale on Saturday.  Check the website for more information.

Log-in and register today!!

For the first time ever, we have had to close consignor registration before the sale starts. We have 600 registered consignors for which is the most we can accommodate during check-in at the Fall 2010 event. Thanks to everyone for spreading the word and helping us grow!

Get on the waiting list

If you would like to consign for the Fall and missed out on registering, please let us know by completing our contact form . If registered consignors drop out, you will be notified as space becomes available. 

Volunteer

Consignors get to shop early, but volunteers shop even earlier. You can still register as a volunteer for this sale (as of today, there are some shifts remaining) even if you are not a consignor. 

Shop

We will have our largest inventory of quality kids items at this event. Don't miss the best deals in town . Even if you can't sell, you can find bargains on items that you can sell in the Spring!

Join the mailing list

If you can wait until Spring 2011, please join our mailing list to be sure you are notified when we open registration for that event. We will work hard to accommodate a larger number of consignors at that time. 

Again, thanks for all of your support and we are looking forward to a huge event!

NEW at The One Week Boutique – PURSES! We are happy to introduce high quality pre-owned purses at the upcoming sale October 3-10. The One Week Boutique is now accepting women’s purses worth $15 or more.  They must be name brand, in mint condition, and in style.  Now you can get great bargains on clothing and toys for the kids AND pick up a little something for you.(Consignors, choose “Women’s Purse” from the category list when creating tags.)

Even the best can be better!

This October , we will host another The One Week Boutique making it our 9th sale.  After each sale, we evaluate every detail and identify improvements, largely as a result of consignor and shopper feedback. In the early sales finding a large suitable location was key, and along came our spot at Tallahassee Mall. Another goal was to attract more shoppers so we increased our advertising program. Five sales ago we added on-line tagging to make things easier for consignors and make the overall sale more efficient.  More recently we have increased our number of registers to speed up checkout times (which we will be doing again).  We've come a long way since our first sale at Goodwood Museum!  Many of you that return every sale to consign and shop would certainly agree.  But in keeping with what makes TOWB the best, here is one key focus that will make our next sale even better: 

Quality! Expect a renewed focus on ensuring high quality of TOWB inventory.  With our rapid growth and desire to accommodate our consignors, our volume has exploded.

• We'll enforce our strict standards and ask our volunteers to help ensure the clothes, toys and equipment we sell are all high quality and ready for new homes.
• If you consign, be selective in what you bring and expect to have only your best accepted. The best items sell fast and for full price every time!
• If you're a shopper, be assured that you will have a huge selection of high-quality merchandise to choose from.
• Shop early for the best selections!