Response from government expected today

My sources tell me that the US Consumer Product Safety Commission will release a statement today or tomorrow that addresses how the new law affects the resale industry.

Again, we are hopeful that the language will change to minimize the fallout.

I will post their statement as soon as it's made available. Keep checking the blog for details.

In the meantime, please familiarize yourself with product safety and the recall list:  www.cpsc.gov. You can even receive regular email feeds of the latest recalls.

Thank you for all your support!

CPSIA - What it means for thrifty parents

*Please note: Little Treasures Spring/Summer sale will proceed as scheduled. Please check our blog for regular updates on CPSIA and how it may effect items we can accept.

Have you heard about what's going on with the Consumer Product Safety Information Act (CPSIA) that goes into effect Feb. 10, 2009? We want to keep you informed and assure you that we are working with a network of other sales across the nation to get clarification from Congress on how this act may impact the resale industry.

CPSIA was signed in Aug. 2008 and it has great intentions to protect children (under 12) from exposure to lead and certain phthalates. In a nutshell, ALL children's products (including clothes) manufactured after 2/10/09 are required to have certification that lead does not exceed 660 ppm. But as written, it creates "unintended consequences" for the resale industry because it has been interpreted to apply to all children's products in commerce, regardless of manufacture date. Which means that reselling children's things that have not been tested for lead is illegal.

We want you to know that Little Treasures is 100% in favor of getting toxic children's products out of circulation. We are going to help with the effort. However, this piece of legislation's blanket approach will cause adverse effects to resale, the environment and families who need a way to make extra money during these tough times. 

We are reaching out to John Yarmuth in an effort to get clarification on the language of CPSIA and exactly what processes we need to put in place for our sale in the coming year.

Here are a few links that provide accurate information about the act and contact information for contacting congress if you choose to do so:

CPSIA

Smart Mama

Find your representative

Find your senator

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Please stay tuned for details. I will continue to post information as it becomes available. 

See you at the sale!

Spring 2009 updates

Happy New Year! Wanted to pass along some quick updates pertaining to our March sale:

• Spring/Summer Sale:  March 5-9, 2009
• Please note our new location:  HOOPS off I-64 & Blankenbaker Rd.  
• We decided against accepting up-front registration fees online. It will be automatically deducted from your net sales at the end.  
• Two options for registration: $15 standard (includes barcode packet + tags + shipping & handling) or $12 print-my-own tags (includes barcode packet + shipping & handling).
• All barcode packets will be mailed within 48 hours of submitting your barcode order through the website.
• If you want the $12 print-my-own option, please notify us by email (billjanseymour@bellsouth.net) immediately after submitting your barcodes.
• Barcode orders need to be limited to 500 labels.
• Try to submit all barcodes on the same day. Additional barcode orders placed after your packet is mailed will incur additional postage fees. We will have a barcoding station on drop-off days for any last minute barcode needs.
• Consignor kits are still available for $12. Email billjanseymour@bellsouth.net after you submit your barcodes if you would like a consignor kit. It includes zip ties, packing tape, 50 hangers, 100 safety pins, 10 ziploc bags and a Little T shopping bag.

Happy tagging!  See you in March.

Fall 08 Donation Receipts

I have donation receipts to mail to those of you who generously donated your leftover things to Project Women, Inc.  If you've requested your receipt by email, thank you...it will be in the mail in the next few days. If you haven't yet requested your receipt, please email info@littletreasuressale.com with "need receipt" in the subject line.  Please provide your name, consignor number and mailing address in the body of the email.

Thanks to all! Stay tuned for Spring 09 details...should have something to announce by mid-December.

Little Tees

We decided to roll out our own line of shirts! Little Tees are adorable for any age with a Christ-centered message based on 3 John 1:4:  "I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth."  We also have specialty Christmas Tees this season. 

We're selling them at Little Treasures Kid's Sale in limited quantities, and we are taking orders. Each design comes in sizes 2T - women's XL.  Our signature "Walking in truth" tee is $10.  Christmas "Halleluiah" tees cost $14 each. Shipping costs $2.

Pre-order yours today by emailing your contact info & size to info@littletreasuressale.com.

Great gifts this season!

In addition to the thousands of brand name items that over 400 consignors will bring this season, we are excited to have several new vendors with handmade and personalized gifts perfect for birthday parties, Christmas and baby showers. So plan ahead for all your gift needs this season and don't miss this exclusive opportunity for boutique-quality gifts without the boutique prices. Here's a preview:

Emmagination

Everyone likes to see their name on something and that's the goal at Emmagination. Offering monogrammed and personalized gifts for every occasion, from babies to weddings and everything in between. Just a sample of the product line includes diaper bags from $35, bibs and burp cloth sets from $16, diaper cover panties and baby boy boxer shorts from $10, pacifier clips from $7, pony tail holders from $5, baby quilts, bib clips, baby bottle wraps and children's tote bags! Everything can be personalized with a name or initials.

Sa-Rel Bows

If you've been to our consignment sale before, you probably know about the top quality bows from Sa-Rel. With all the latest colors for the season, back-to-school and fall, you can dress up pigtails of all ages! Don't forget the infant baby bands that are best sellers among new moms. This season's selection will be larger than ever before.

We 3 Girls Creations

Offering a wide variety of uniquely personalized stationery including note cards, notepads, invitations and more, We 3 Girls Creations makes the perfect gift for anyone. Distinctive designs are printed in brilliant color on high quality paper. Personalize it to add that special touch.

Carmen's Creations

New this season are personalized wall tiles great for any room. These adorable tiles have that wow factor and make thoughtful gifts for baby showers, Christmas and birthdays. Don't miss Carmen's Creations at our sale...also featured in several boutiques around town.

Back to school savings

Seen the news lately? Reports of back-to-school spending show that parents are tightening the budget quite a bit due to high gas prices and the shaky economy.

Little Treasures Sale is here to help with all your back-to-school needs at a fraction of retail! You don't have to wait for fall/winter clearance at the mall...you'll enjoy at least 75% off of brand names at our sale this month.

Did you know that it's possible to turn your seasonal clothing budget into zero?  In other words, sell x amount and buy x amount. Our consignors do it every season. How smart is that? Consignors can even check their sales online each night to keep the budget on track.

We've already hit an all-time record number of consignors this season and we expect to end up with well over 400.  We're expecting a record number of shoppers, too.

So, just like the back to school season, ready or not...here we come!