Spring cleaning is upon us. Out with old and in with the new, especially clothes for kids who never stop growing. Fear not, Spring Consignment Sales in Des Moines are also here! Grab new-to-you clothes and gear while consigning your own gently used items. Support your community while refreshing your home.
Des Moines Mom is proud to partner with Just Between Friends to bring you our guide to Spring Consignment Sales. Mark your calendars to support local moms!
Check out our list of events and stores to find what works best for you and get organizing!
Just Between Friends
JBF Spring Sales Event
March 22-24
IA State Fairgrounds – 4-H Exhibits Building
Kids grow so fast. Just Between Friends (JBF) helps families say “YES!” to everything their growing kids need. Whether you are looking to declutter the excess toys and clothing items in your home, save money on the items your kids need for this spring/summer, or just want to do better for the environment, help is here.
JBF brings a community of moms and dads together twice a year for a huge pop-up sale of all gently used or new children’s items. When you sell at JBF, you are keeping items out of the landfill and helping your neighbors find affordable clothing for their kids. When you shop at JBF, you are saving money while supporting another family in the community.
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Spring 2024 Consignment Sales
Kid’s Closet Connection
March 7 – 10
4100 Merle Hay Rd. Des Moines
Kid’s Closet Connection features kid’s clothes for newborn thru teen, maternity, toys, books, baby gear, and toys. The Des Moines Kid’s Closet Connection franchise is run by CJ and Bryant Buelow, who have two boys and first shopped the “Closet” sales in Arizona when stationed at Luke Air Force base in the Phoenix area before they moved back to Iowa and established the franchise in Des Moines.
Des Moines Mothers of Multiples Consignment Sale
March 22-23
Zion Lutheran Church, 4300 Beaver Ave., Des Moines
The Mothers of Multiples sale features gently used clothes from preemie to 14/16 as well as maternity clothes from families blessed with twins, triplets, and more. Shoppers will find THOUSANDS of items that have been tagged for sale by DMMOM members. Items include clothing, bedding, swings, bicycles, play tables, chairs, equipment, and much more. The sellers are families with multiples, but this sale is open to everyone.
Twice Blessed Consignment Sale
April 12 – 13
Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church,3900 Ashworth Road, West Des Moines
You can find great deals on baby, children, and maternity items. We have gently used clothing (infant to size 14/16), shoes, outerwear, toys, games, books, room decor, baby needs (from bibs to cribs), special occasion clothing (dance, gymnastics, costumes, etc.), bikes, riding toys, sports equipment, maternity clothing and items, and so much more!
Take 2 Des Moines
April 19 – 28
Knapp Animal Learning Center, Iowa State Fairgrounds, 3000 E. Grand Ave., Des Moines
This is a huge sale. It’s packed with gently used children’s, teens, and maternity clothing, toys, books, furniture, and more.
Rhea Lana’s West Des Moines Spring Event
April 21-27
Valley West Mall, 1551 Valley West Drive, West Des Moines
Rhea Lana’s, Inc. is an upscale children’s consignment event. The sale includes children’s clothes, shoes, toys, books, baby equipment, furniture, nursery bedding, maternity clothing, nursing accessories, and more. They also carry video games, sports accessories, and more at affordable prices.
Consignment Stores in Des Moines
Need a place now or to consistently drop off and shop? Check out one of the many consignment shops around the metro for kids’ clothes, toys, gear, as well maternity wear.
Kidding Around
10201 University Ave
Clive, IA 50325
Once Upon a Child
10465 Hickman Road
Urbandale, IA 50322
Me N Mommy To Be
1690 SE Delaware Avenue
Ankeny, Iowa 50021
Duck Worth Wearing
2410 SW White Birch Dr UNIT 102
Ankeny, IA 50023
Where The Child Things Are
1551 Valley West Drive, Suite 175
West Des Moines, IA 50266
These sales and stores are also a great resource to sell YOUR gently used items. Find specifics about how to do so on their websites.
Happy shopping (or selling). Check out these tips for being successful on both ends of the consignment sale spectrum!
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