Here are some guidelines to help as you prepare your items for the sale. To see what is acceptable and not acceptable for the sale, view the Acceptable Items page.

Supplies Needed

HANGERS – in order to protect your clothing items, we only accept plastic hangers. You can purchase hangers from from Wal-Mart, Target, or Rhea Lana's Amazon Storefront..

STRING TAGS – Avery White Marking Tags Strung (size 1.75 x 1.093 inches) are required on each item to affix our barcode labels. You can purchase string tags from Wal-Mart, office supply stores, Rhea Lana's Amazon Storefront..

SAFETY PINS – You can purchase large quantities of safety pins from the Rhea Lana's Amazon Storefront..

BARCODE LABELS – If you would like to print your barcodes at home, you'll need adhesive address labels size 1"x2 5/8" (30/page). You can purchase labels from Wal-Mart, Target, office supply stores, or Rhea Lana's Amazon Storefront.. All barcode labels must be printed in color.

OTHER SUPPLIES – You’ll also need re-sealable bags (for shoes, small toys, etc.), masking tape, scotch tape, and sharpies. You can purchase other supplies from Wal-Mart, Target, office supply stores, or Rhea Lana's Amazon Storefront..

Acceptable Items & Item Limits

⭐ Current Event Guidelines
✔ Up to 300 items per consignor code
✔ Fall & Winter children's clothing accepted
✔ Infant, Children's, Junior & Maternity clothing accepted
✔ Please bring your very best, current-style items in excellent condition
💖 Quality sells! Clean, stylish, and well-prepared items have the best chance of selling.
ACCEPTABLE ITEMS - we accept clothing in infant, children's, Junior, and Maternity sizes.

Clothing Preparation

✅ Step 1: Check Every Item
Make sure your clothing is:
Clean
Free of stains
No broken zippers
No missing buttons
No tears or holes

✅ Step 2: Wash & Iron
Wrinkle-free clothing sells better!

✅ Step 3: Use Plastic Hangers
✔ Plastic hangers only
❌ No wire hangers
Pro Tip: Hang clothes so the hanger faces left like a question mark ( ? )

✅ Step 4: Bundle Similar Items
Combine lower-priced, similar items to create a minimum value of $4.00.
Great items to bundle:
Baby onesies
Sleep gowns (infant gowns)
Pajamas
Matching tops and bottoms
Leggings
T-shirts

✅ Step 5: Pin Pants Correctly
Use large safety pins.
Keep pants flat against the hanger.

Shoe Preparation

Clean, well-presented shoes are always in demand! A little extra preparation can help your shoes sell faster.

✅ Before You Bring Your Shoes
Clean all dirt, mud, and scuff marks.
Shoes should be in excellent condition with minimal wear.
Place your consignor number on masking tape inside the shoe (do not write directly on the shoe).
Secure shoes together using a zip tie, ribbon, or by placing them in a clear resealable bag.
Attach the tag securely so it stays with the shoes while shoppers browse.

Blankets & Bedding

BLANKETS - Hang and pin blankets over hangers so that the item is fully visible to shoppers. If you have small receiving blankets, group 2 or 3 together in a ziptop bag. Secure the bag closed with clear packing tape and tape or pin the string part of the tag to the outside of the ziptop bag leaving the tag itself free. Please do not stick the barcode label to the item or ziptop bag...only adhere it to a white string tag. It is also recommended to write your Consignor ID and price on the ziptop bag with a Sharpee in the case the tag comes off.
BEDDING - Due to new safety and sanitation regulations in the state of California, we will no longer accept bedding or crib mattresses. We will still accept sheets, but not bumpers, comforters etc. Any bedding filled with fluff will NO LONGER be accepted.

Loose Items

Bottles, bibs, rattles, socks, bows, etc...
Group these items together appropriately in ziptop bags. Secure the bag closed with clear packing tape and tape or pin the string part of the tag to the outside of the ziptop bag leaving the tag itself free. Please do not stick the barcode label to the item or ziptop bag...only adhere it to a white string tag. It is also recommended to write your Consignor ID and price on the ziptop bag with a Sharpie in the case the tag comes off.

Large Toys, Furniture and Equipment

Toy recall information- Due to the high number of toy recalls during the past year, we will be inspecting toys very carefully. We reserve the right to pull any toy that we think might have been recalled. To help us, please do not bring any toys that have been subject to a recall. You may check the following website for current toy recalls: www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/category/toy.html.

Also for a helpful resource made available by the Consumer Product Safety Commission Click here.
Large Little Tikes Toys, Furniture, and Baby Equipment are in high demand! We typically sell 95% of them at our events. Use strong clear packing tape to secure the string part of the tag only to the large item leaving the tag itself free. Please do not stick the barcode label to the item or ziptop bag...only adhere the label to a white string tag. In addtion, please write your Consignor ID and price of the item on a piece of masking tape and attach to your large toys and children's furniture. This will enable us to sell your item even if the tag comes off!

Toys (including Games, Puzzles and Books)

All toys must be clean and in working order (batteries included). We will not be able to accept toys that are not packaged appropriately. Please take time to:

1) Bag and attach small parts very securely to the main part of the toy. If parts get separated, it will not sell. Please write your Consignor ID (using a Sharpee on the ziptop bag OR use masking tape) on separate pieces to ensure that they stay together!

2) For GAMES, please ensure all pieces are included and batteries work (if applicable). The item will be checked at Consignor Check-In, and then you can tape the game to close and secure.

3) PUZZLES should be wrapped securely in clear Plastic Wrap to keep the pieces intact.

4) Group SMALL TOYS, BOOKS or VIDEOS together according to likeness and put in ziptop bags.

5.) Group items together so that they will equal a value of $3 or greater.

***Secure the bag closed with clear packing tape and tape or pin the string part of the tag to the outside of the ziptop bag leaving the tag itself free. Please do not stick the barcode label to the item or ziptop bag...only adhere it to a white string tag. It is also recommended to write your Consignor ID and price on the ziptop bag with a Sharpee in the case the tag comes off.

Car Seat Requirements (Current Standards):

Manufactured within the past 5-7 years
(Check the expiration or manufacture date located on the side or bottom of the seat. The seat must not be expired.)
Never been involved in a car accident
Not subject to a recall
You can check for current recalls at:
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls
(Search by brand and model for the most up-to-date information.)
You will be asked to sign a Car Seat Waiver confirming that:
The seat is not expired
It has never been in an accident
It is not under recall
All parts are included and the seat is in excellent condition
After confirming your car seat meets safety requirements, please:
Thoroughly clean the seat cover and straps
Attach your white string tag to the top right side of the car seat
Thank you for helping us keep our event safe for all families!

Crib Safety Guidelines

Because the safety of children is our top priority and in accordance with CPSC regulations, we follow strict guidelines for accepting cribs at Rhea Lana's.
Cribs manufactured before December 2010 will NOT be accepted.
Cribs manufactured between December 2010 and June 28, 2011 may only be accepted if they:
Include a Certificate of Compliance, and
Have not been recalled.
Cribs manufactured after June 28, 2011 may be accepted if they:
Meet current federal safety standards,
Have not been recalled, and
Meet Rhea Lana's quality standards (clean, sturdy, and in excellent condition).
Please check for recalls at:
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls or the manufacturer's website.
We are happy to accept Pack 'n Plays and bassinets, provided they are clean, in excellent condition, and not subject to a recall.
Thank you for helping us keep our event safe for all families!

If you have any questions we’ll be happy to help! Contact Susan Mahrdt at susanmahrdt@rhealana.com.