Cheap Toddler Clothes

In today's economy, cheap toddler clothes are a necessity for many families.

When you were pregnant with your child, you probably received numerous newborn outfits. In many cases, babies get more outfits than they can possibly wear in the first year. However, by the time your child reaches the toddler stage, you may find yourself searching for bargains at every opportunity. Keeping your child clothed can be expensive, particularly since he or she may go through several growth spurts that require you to purchase larger sized clothing before your child has worn the new off his or her present apparel. If you have more than one child in your family, you may find your clothing budget stretched to its limit. You do have options however.

Where can you find cheap toddler clothes that will last until your child outgrows them? You actually have a variety of options to pursue in your quest for clothing that will be suitable for your toddler.

• Garage and yard sales - Check out the classified section in your local newspaper. Look for yard sales that advertise children's clothing. While you may have to stop at several yard sales or garage sales to find the size you need, you can often purchase clothing for pennies on the dollar.

Tip: If you find a sale that has a large selection of clothing but you're not quite sure you like the price, plan on coming back later in the day. Many sellers reduce the prices on their items drastically before they close up shop simply because they don't want to haul everything back inside. Don't be afraid to make an offer, particularly if you are buying a large variety of items.

• Thrift stores - Thrift stores often feature clothing in good condition. They sometimes offer "bag days", in which you pay a set price for a bag, and then you stuff it full of as many items as you can fit into the bag. Ask your local thrift store employees if they feature special sales, as well, such as "half price" day. Stores like Goodwill and the Salvation Army typically offer some great bargains, and you can also access [Goodwill online for more bargains.
• Consignment stores - If you haven't taken advantage of a consignment store, you are missing out on a great option for finding cheap toddler clothes. Consignment stores feature clothing from people just like you who need to clean out their closets, earn some money, and find a good home for their clean, used clothing. Don't be surprised if you come across some designer children's items as well as you search through the racks of clothing. Consignor stores typically cut their prices drastically at the end of each season so they can move out the merchandise they have to make room for new consignor items. For more cash in your pocket, ask about becoming a consignor. You can sell those items you no longer need or want and make money to purchase more clothing for your toddler and everyone else in the family.
• Consignment sales - Many cities now feature consignment sales during the year. Most of these sales are held at least twice a year, featuring warm and cold weather clothing, depending upon the season. Consignors tag their children's clothing items, giving each item a price. The sale typically lasts around a week, with special shopping nights for those who contribute to the sale and those who volunteer to work the sale as well. This is a great way to make enough money to purchase your child's wardrobe for the following year! You can also typically sell toys, bedding, and accessories, and many sales feature maternity wear and trendy, older children's clothing.
• Mommy swap - Another great option for finding inexpensive clothing for your toddler is to hold your own "mommy swap". Gather together a group of your friends, and ask them to bring their children's gently used clothing. Then, either price your items or agree to swap item for item with each other.
• End of year clearance sales - Keep checking your local department stores' clearance racks. Many stores, like Target reduce items as much as 75 percent.

Finally, you can find several online auctions and online classified sites that feature many children's clothing for sale. While most of these items are used, you can typically read about each piece in detail, and most of these auction and classified sites feature photos of the clothing. Check out the following websites.

• eBay
• Craigslist
• Gently Used
• Mommy Auctions
• Stylish Stork
• Rascal Resale
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