Babies grow fast. A few inches in as many months - wow! So, my tip is to beg, borrow, and steal (ok, don’t steal) clothes and gear. Legal ideas:
- Second hand shops. I got a pair of Tommy Hilfiger jeans for $2. They didn’t fit, but for that price, who cares?! Add some decorative patches to torn places if you’re feeling really creative.
- Hand-me-downs from friends. I organize a clothing swap every year, so you know I don’t have any problem with my friends’ seconds.
- Internet. Use Froogle to find deals when you know what you like.
- Bulk. Look for multi-packs of onesies and sweatpants for everyday use.
- Outlet malls. Is there a Carter’s near you? Make it a roadtrip or a side trip if you’re visiting the grandparents
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Kiddley.com offers clever, thrifty ideas about sharing kids’ clothes among a group of friends.
You can get clothing for free at http://freecycle.org. In our area (Atlanta) we have a website that lists upcoming kids consignment sales (thebargainwatcher.com).
You can really get some great stuff at church consignment sales, but you have to stock up for the whole year since they’re mostly in the spring. We also have Kid to Kid, a great consignment store where you can get an outfit for $5.
And don’t forget garage & yard sales. On my blog, I list the sales that feature kid and baby stuff weekly so parents can find them quickly.
Dont forget Ebay! If you shop for “lots” you will get the most bang for your shipping buck — and if you spend $8 on 14 pieces, who cares if some dont fit?
Yard sales!!! We live in an area with lots of kids, and I’ve gotten a great deal on gently used kids clothing during this summer’s yard sale season. Most items were priced between $0.25 and $1!!!
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