Every few years I suffer through a garage sale. I hate clutter and with 3 kids clutter just happens so it’s essential that we are constantly working on clearing out things that we no longer need. Last weekend we had our yearly garage sale. Every year, I swear I will never do it again. I end up sitting out in the sun for a good 5-6 hours, end the day sunburned and tired and barely make enough to make it worth my time. I’ve had great luck reselling stuff we no longer need on Craigslist but for stuff like clothes, I generally have to resort to a garage sale. I’m finally learning that there is a better option. I recently heard about a great event called Trunk Treasures that is basically a high-end consignment sale. Of course, I would hear about this AFTER my garage sale. I may have to finish sorting through my house to get rid of the rest of the clutter.
Trunk Treasures is held in the spring and fall. This spring the sale will run from May 2-5 at the San Diego Swiss Park – Swiss Club (just off the Main Street exit of the 5 in Chula Vista at 2001 Main Street). For only a $7 consignment fee, you can earn money on any baby or kids clothes, toys, or furniture that’s still in great condition (and you don’t have to mess with all the hassle of a garage sale – lesson learned). You keep 60% of the proceeds from the sale of your items and what remains is donated to a very worth local cause. You CAN pick up your unsold items if you want to, but honestly, who wants to do that.
You can get details about the event on the Trunk Treasures Website or follow Trunk Treasures on Facebook or Twitter.
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