How I shop for kids clothes

My kids get new clothes 2 times a year. In the spring and then again in the fall. Now, that's not to say that if I see an awesome deal on something while I'm out and about I won't purchase it. I'm not that much of a cheap wad!! I mean I just do 2 big shopping adventures. But I buy enough during those two times to last them a while and I pay pennies compared to what it would cost if I did buy the clothes at regular stores. How?? Consignment sales.

If you are able to find a consignment store or sale near you, here's what you will need to do immediately. First, call or text all of your girlfriends and let them know about it. Second, figure out your plan of attack when the doors open. Third, make sure you have a laundry basket, bag, or heck, a shopping cart even! Fourth, leave the kids at home with the hubby because you are going out with the girls to shop and then get pedicures after because you are worn out from all the bargain shopping!!

I spent $80 on clothes for my 2 boys the other day. The picture below is what I purchased for just 1 kid. There are 16 shirts (3 of which came with matching shorts), 4 pj sets, 1 vest, 1 dressy outfit for church, 2 swimming shorts, and 2 pairs of shorts by themselves. The most I paid for an item was $2.50. Not bad!! Not bad at all!! For my other son I purchased just as much if not more for him. Plus, my older son still has outfits from last summer he still fits into so we can rotate those in as well. I went to the consignment sale on half price day and there was still plenty to choose from. And, I even put items back because I didn't want to go too overboard. There were people there that bought waaaayyy more than I did. But I have a budget people! Buy what you can afford. I am impressed with what I purchased though.

This is a great way to get nice name brand clothes at an amazing price. Happy shopping!