how we buy

We believe in giving new life to pre-loved pieces, reducing waste and making folks feel welcomed.

When you're ready to give up your goods, give us a call to set up your appointment.

Send your treasures on their next adventure while you make space for your own.

sell + trade + consign

  • All selling/trade/consignments are by appointments
  • All appointments made by phone or in person
  • Items limited to two (2!) paper sacks on appointment
  • Highest quality and condition- no stains, tears, debris, odors, etc
  • Vintage + handmade welcome
  • Local artist? Give me a call! Kid artists welcome :)

 

When to Sell

  • Buying based on season, floor space, current stock, demand
  • Larger items must be verified ahead of appointment to ensure space/need via email
  • Items are processed during the hour-long appointment
  • Unselected items are picked up same day and cannot be held past day of appointment

 

What We Buy

  • Children’s sizing preemie - big kids 14/16
  • We love buying unique, handmade + vintage pieces
  • All clothing must be freshly laundered and in excellent condition

Clothing

  • Pajamas
  • Tops and bottoms, basics, underwear, training underwear
  • Shoes, snow boots, rain boots, socks: remove all debris
  • Fabrics: organic, cotton, wool, bamboo, muslin, jersey, flannel
  • Jackets, rain gear, snow gear, base layers, hats, mittens/gloves
  • Swimming suits, swim diapers, goggles, sunglasses
  • Dance gear: slippers, tights, tutus, leotards
  • Sports gear: soccer cleats, soccer socks
  • Maternity: clothing, bras, accessories
  • Costumes/dress up: no weapons

Clothing brand examples encouraged:

Adidas, Bogs, Carhartt, Columbia, Converse, Crocs, Crew Cuts, Gap, Gymboree, Hanna Andersson, Hatley, Hunter, iplay, Joules, Kamik, Kate Quinn, Keen, Kickee Pants, Kite Clothing, Livie & Luca, Lovevery, Merrells, Milkbarn, Mini Boden, Native, Nike, OshKosh B'gosh, Patagonia, Polarn O. Pyret, Puma, Quincy Mae, REI, Saltwater, Saltwater Sandals, See Kai Run, Sorel, Stride Rite, The Children's Place, Tucker + Tate, Vans, Zara

Clothing brand examples NOT encouraged: 

Carters, Circo, Just One You, Cat & Jack, Old Navy, Gerber, Target brands, Fred Meyer brands, Jumping Beans, mainstream discount store brands

Goods

  • Sleep sacks, blankets
  • Cloth diapers
  • Slings, carriers, wraps
  • Feeding accessories: glass bottles, plates/spoons, cups
  • Monitors
  • Potty seats + training support
  • Bedding

Play

  • Children’s books, toys (wooden especially), musical toys
  • Wooden activity cubes
  • Sensory toys
  • Puzzles, games
  • Kitchen, cooking toys, play food
  • Trains, trucks, cars
  • Art supplies, craft accessories
  • Rocking animals, rocking chairs
  • Oversized stuffed animals
  • Eco-friendly toys
  • Baby dolls
  • Balls, blocks
  • Stacking, nesting, teething toys
  • Vintage

Toy brand examples encourgaed:

Lego, Melissa & Doug, Lovevery, Barbie, Disney, Hape, Plan Toys, Brio, Thomas the Train, Duplo, Manhattan Toy Co, vTech, Tender Leaf Toys, Haba, Green Toys, Y-Bike, Playmobil

 

Gear

Please prepare to offer: name, brand, model number, demonstrate open/close/etc functions, free of recalls, instructions

  • Strollers (umbrella + jogging), accessories: pressure washed, wiped down
  • Highchairs, booster seats
  • Walkers, bouncers, jumpers, swings
  • Balance bike, trike, strider, wagons
  • Small chairs and tables
  • Pack and plays, travel cribs, travel tents
  • Hiking backpack, children's camping gear
  • No car seats, cribs or bassinets

 

How You Get Paid:  Sell + Trade + Consign

  • SELL for Venmo/check: 25% of item’s resale value via Venmo or check, no cash
  • TRADE for in-store credit: 40% of item’s resale value for in store credit to use within 1 year
  • CONSIGN for credit, venmo or gift card: 50% of item’s resale value once they have sold
  • Fun fact: convert store credit to a gift certificate!
  • Piccolina will have your items on the sales floor for 3 months
  • Any of your items have not sold, we will hold for you for up to 2 weeks, then allocated to local donation programs
  • Funds not claimed after one year will be offered in the form of store credit