by Kristen Bagwell

Who's ready to shop? The spring consignment sales are here again! Many shows are available in the Triangle area whether you are a seller or a shopper, so check the list below to see which one (or two or three) work best for you.

The consignment shows below are listed by date, with the earliest shows at the top. Tip: find and "like" these shows on Facebook for seasonal updates and inside info!

Kids Exchange     Feb. 4-11, 2013
The Original KIDS EXCHANGE SALE: NC's #1 Kids Event! 5 Days to Buy & Sell ANYTHING for Kids! FREE ADMISSION, open to the Public at the NC State Fairgrounds ~ Jim Graham Building & Dorton Arena. Sellers can enjoy early shopping on opening day. Don't forget Sunday is 50% Off Day! For more information, or to sell or volunteer, visit www.kidsexchange.net.


Kids Everywear     Feb. 9-17, 2013
Raleigh NC at Morrisville (RDU Airport) Outlet Mall
We take Cash, as well as MasterCard, Visa, and Discover with ID. No credit card fees! All Sales Final! No returns or exchanges! We do not accept checks. Visit  www.kidseverywear.com for detailed schedule, volunteer, consignor, and shopper details.


The 2nd Look Boutique       Feb. 18-23, 2013
Location: TBD
You'll find lots of goodies at the Spring sale including: Spring/Summer Children's Clothing, Maternity Clothing, Shoes, Socks, Accessories, Safety Gates and Monitors, Children’s Furniture, Bedding, Linens, and Room Decor, Bouncers and Booster Seats, Outdoor and Interactive Toys, Bikes, Car Seats, Pack n' Plays, Strollers, Swings, Children’s Videos, Music, Books  and more! For more information, visit www.the2ndlookboutique.com . 


FUMC-Cary Spring Children's Consignment Sale     Feb 22-23, 2013
First United Methodist Church, 117 South Academy Street, Cary NC
ACCEPTING NEW CONSIGNORS! NO CONSIGNING FEES! Come see why this is one of the favorite sales in the Triangle community. Our Annual Spring Children’s Consignment Sale features spring/summer children’s clothing (size infant through 16) toys, books, nursery equipment, maternity clothing and more! Shop early on Friday night, 6-9pm, for a $5 donation to local family in need. Don't miss the Half Price sale on Saturday! 

For more information, please visit www.ConsignWithFUMC.com OR email info@consignWithFUMC.com. Sponsored by the Sarah Circle of the United Methodist Women. Proceeds of the sale used for local missions, charities, and scholarships that benefit women and children.


The Divine Consign Show     Feb. 25 - Mar. 1, 2013
Falls Pointe Shopping Center next to Kohls, Raleigh
The Divine Children’s Show is the South’s MOST EXCLUSIVE high-end consignment and overstock event, specializing in trunk show and boutique lines. We are truly the ULTIMATE shopping dream for mothers who enjoy fine children’s clothing.  The variety of styles and lines is amazing and is growing with each season. We have long lasting partnerships with some of the most beloved trunk shows.  Get excited…we have many new overstock partners.  We liquidate for numerous boutiques and manufacturers, so we have a little bit of everything, and our largest inventory yet! For more information, visit www.dcskids.com


Nearly New Clothing Exchange    Feb. 28 - Mar. 2, 2013
North Haven Church, Raleigh
A semi-annual consignment sale for children's clothing (newborn-junior), shoes, toys, games, puzzles, large toys (play kitchens, slides, tables/chairs, etc.), books, homeschool materials, baby equipment (baby toys, snugglies, gliders, diaper bags, porta cribs, high chairs, swings, etc). For more information, visit www.nearlynewclothingexchange.com.


Just 4 Kids     Mar. 5-7, 2013
Fellowship Baptist Church, Willow Spring, NC
Keep 75% of your asking price! For more information visit www.just4kidsnc.com .


The Monkey Exchange     Mar. 6-8, 2013
*2012 MOM'S CHOICE WINNER: BEST SEASONAL CONSIGNMENT SALE*
North Hills Club Ballroom,  4824 Yadkin Drive, Raleigh, NC  27612
Only the best high-end name brands are available at this show! Shop on Thursday morning and enjoy free babysitting from 9am - 12pm, or shop Friday and get an additional 20% off! For more information visit www.themonkeyexchange.com


Upscale Resale 4 Kids     March 6-7, 2013
Crossroads shopping center beside Anything PC (Near PetSmart),  Cary
Upscale Resale is the only name-brand children's consignment sale in Cary, NC. Unlike those mega-consignment sales or shops, you won't have to search through racks packed with worn or undesirable clothing to find a gem! Our consignors offer upscale, name-brand clothing, shoes & accessories in excellent condition. By featuring only top-of-the-line labels from boutiques, European clothing brands, trunk shows and exclusive manufacturers, we can ensure that you will find lots of pieces to love! Visit our website to learn more - plus, consignors can now tag their items online! www.upscaleresale4kids.com


KidzStuff  Consignment Sale, Mar. 7-9, 2013
Hayes Barton Baptist Church, Raleigh
Registration is now open! Get great deals on gently used, spring and summer children’s clothes, toys, maternity wear, furniture, books, baby gear and more at our Spring/Summer Kidz Stuff Children’s Consignment Sale. Clean out your closets, recycle toys and equipment and help a cause of faith. Consignors will receive 60% of the proceeds of their total items sold. The remaining 40% will be donated to HBBC Children’s Ministry projects. You can register to consign or volunteer, work with your inventory, make sales tags and schedule your drop-off appointment – all online.

Consignors, we have your supplies! Card stock and cable ties for sales tags are available at the Family Life Center Welcome Desk. Hours: M-Th 9-9, Fr 9-5.  First 15 sheets of card stock & first 100 cable ties - complimentary! For more information, visit www.hbbc.net


Good 2 Grow     March 8-10, 2013
Litchford Village Shopping Center, Raleigh
Visit and consign at our spring sale, located in Raleigh at Litchford Village. Earn 70% of your sale price, or let the tagging team do the hard work and still receive 50% of your asking price! For more information visit www.good2growkids.com or find them on Facebook.


Twice as Nice Kids Consignment Sale     Mar. 18-23, 2013
NEW LOCATION!  Beaver Creek Crossings, Apex
A seasonal consignment event featuring children's clothes, toys, and equipment in Apex. Earn cash for the clothes and toys your children have outgrown. Consignor space is limited, so register early. Buy high quality, gently used children's items at bargain prices. **Volunteers receive special early shopping privileges and enjoy the best selection without the crowds. Visit http://www.twiceasnice4tots.com/index.html for more information and to sign up.

We are pleased to announce that Twice As Nice will be hosting The Triangle Family Expo from March 22-23!
Come browse and shop with the area's greatest family-friendly local businesses. Click here to learn more about this great new event!


Triangle Mothers of Twins and Triplets    Mar. 23, 2013
Kerr Scott Building, Farigrounds, Raleigh
Hours are 7:30 am - 12:30 pm, and the sale is open to the public. The sale is held at the Kerr Scott Building at the N.C. State Fairgrounds, and is CASH ONLY (no checks). Come early for the best selection. We recommend you bring a clothes basket to help you carry items you want to purchase. If you want to take advantage of Friday night preview shopping, become a TMOTT member by visiting http://www.tmott.org/sale.htm .


Chapel Hill-Durham Mothers of Multiples   Mar. 23, 2013
Yates Baptist Church in Durham, 7:30am - 11:30am only
Semi-annual sale with bargains galore! Gently used infant and childrens clothing, maternity clothing, equipment (strollers, pack-n-plays, bouncy seats, exersaucers, etc.), indoor and outdoor toys, cribs, books (childrens and parenting), videos and DVD's, and much more! **CASH ONLY** Please bring a laundry basket or other container for your shopping convenience. For more information, visit http://www.momchd.whsites.net/


KidAround KidSale    Mar. 22-24, 2013
The Factory in Wake Forest
Open to the public starting Friday. Looking for a great children's consignment sale in the Triangle? At Kidaround Kidsale you'll always find quality gently used children’s clothing, toys, furniture, and gear for less, and sell your outgrown kidstuff for more than you'd get at a garage sale without the hassle & haggle! Join us to shop for a child you love at a can’t-be-beat price, and clean out those closets to make some money! Visit www.kidaroundkidsale.com or for more information, or find them on Facebook.


APA Consignment Sale  April 5-7, 2013
APA Dance Studio, 844 Perry Road, Apex
Do you have children's clothes or toys that no one uses anymore? Time to clean out your closets. Sign up today to be a consignor at the first APA Consignment Sale. Stay in the know: LIKE the APA Consignment sale on Facebook or email for more information.


KidCycle    April 19-21, 2013
Northgate Mall
Durham and Orange Counties' Everything-for-Kids Spring Consignment Sale. Infants to teens; clothing, shoes, toys, bedding, cribs, infant equipment, maternity, and much more! Consignors may drop off items March TBD, with preview parties March TBD for volunteer workers and consignors. KidCycle is open to the public March TBD. For more information, visit www.kidcyclenc.com


The Friendship Closet    NO SPRING SALE in 2013
Apex United Methodist Church, Apex
The Friendship Closet is a consignment sale featuring gently used clothing, toys and equipment for babies, children and maternity. The event is a fundraiser and mission outreach of the Friendship Circle at Apex United Methodist Church to support local women's and children's charitable organizations.  We offer the highest proceeds split for consignors of any sale or shop in the Triangle area. You keep 70% of the sale price of each item that sells and we retain 30% for local missions. Visit www.friendshipcloset.com/Home for more information.