Sorry it has been awhile. Adjusting to the new additional to our family, he is 8 months now and I am still adjusting! Yes, I am still using cloth diapers but that is another post, I'll get to that later. Tonight I want to focus on what people think gently used clothes are and to clear up any confusion. As most of you who have been following me and my company know that I have been trading clothes for 8 years. I have seen pieces pass down 4 times between my cousin and I, and guess what, they will be passed down 2 more time because we both just had baby boys. The items look new! Why? Let me tell you why. We take care of them! If you want to receive nice things for free you should give nice things. Why would someone want your clothes that are stained, worn, faded or have holes? Would you want that? My saying, "I will not give you anything I wouldn't put on my kids." Yes, I understand we live in a world where everyone is busy, busy, busy. But if we all did our part our lives would be some much easier. Someone also told me that when you have a lot of clothes it's easier to keep them in good condition because you are not washing them all the time. Good point right! But wouldn't you want to keep the little bit of clothes you have and take even better care of them so that may be you can trade them, pass them down, sell them. Or not...lol
Here is a list of Dos and Don'ts when being a part of a trading community:
- Do wash your items, no one wants your dirty clothes.
- Do check for holes, missing buttons and stains, it is best to check for stains under a bright light.
- Don't give them your garbage, having someone picked through it and then telling them to throw it out.
- Do go through your children's closet on a monthly basis to see what they have outgrown that way you will not have so much at one time.
- Don't get offended if someone looks at you like you are out of mind when trying to give or trade your garbage.
- Don't try to give away run down shoes (sole torn, scuffs, funky). Please not they should go to the garbage.
- Do make sure your items smell fresh and clean.
- Do try to keep sets together.
- Don't expect to trade items that you know should be in the garbage and receive brand new items. My saying, "Bring the best, receive the best." No questions asked!
- Do check the bottom of my blog for tips on how to wash your children's clothes to keep them nice for trading.
Setting the standards for all... I know it's hard, I have three boys but let me say, I don't spend a lot of money to keep them looking nice, may I add they look nice all they time. Did you ask why? I
trade and always is the best condition!
Good Night,
