Nest & Sprout Consignment Quality Assurance Standards

At Nest & Sprout, we are committed to providing an exceptional consignment experience for our valued customers. Our comprehensive quality assurance standards ensure that every item in our maternity, baby, and kids' collection meets the highest benchmarks in safety, cleanliness, and overall condition. 

Safety Compliance

We prioritize the safety of your little ones by strictly adhering to the Canada Consumer Product Safety Actrequirements and industry guidelines for the resale of children’s products. This includes:

• Ensuring all items meet sleepwear and drawstring safety standards.

• Rejecting items with known safety recalls.

• Checking for proper labeling and compliance with regulatory standards.

• No baby carriers without safety labels, and/or unknown brands.

Your child’s safety is our top priority, and our stringent screening process ensures peace of mind for families.

Condition Guidelines

We only accept items that meet our high standards for quality and cleanliness:

• Good Condition: Items must be free from excessive wear, stains, or damage.

• Play Condition: Select boutique brands with minor flaws like paint or pen marks are accepted for reduced payout and listed in our Play Condition section to promote sustainability.

• We will clean and repair items for resale to ensure they meet our quality standards. These items will be considered updated for the work done. Help us by ensuring you bring clean items to minimize processing time and effort.

Brand and Design Criteria

Our curated collection focuses on boutique and premium brands, offering stylish and high-quality items. We:

• Prioritize small shop and boutique brands like Tea Collection, Pehr, Noppies, Loulou Lollipop and other unique designers.

• Accept larger brands, such as Carters, H&M, Gap and Zara, selectively based on condition and demand.

• Reserve the right to decline items that do not align with our brand criteria.

This ensures a unique shopping experience with products that reflect our commitment to quality and style. Brands the community loves: Ivivva, Pehr, Jax & Lennon, See Kai Run, MEC.

Transparency and Honesty

We value transparency in our consignment process. Consignors play a crucial role in maintaining our standards by:

• Providing accurate information about the condition and history of their items.

• Highlighting any unique features that may enhance the appeal of their items.

This honesty ensures that our customers trust the quality and value of every product.

Buyout and Consignment Options

We offer flexible consignment terms to meet your needs:

• Buyout Option: After 12 weeks, items can be bought out at 20-30% of their estimated value, typically available as store credit with a 10% bonus. E-transfer or cash may also be an option based on store finances.

• Consignment Terms:  Earn a 40% commission on sales, available as cash, when items sell after 12 weeks or up to 1 year.

For large drop-offs valued over $500, commission-only terms may be requested to ensure the best outcomes for both parties.

End-of-Term Policies

At the end of your consignment term, you have the following options:

• Renewal: Extend your term to continue earning commission.

• Return or Donation: Items not sold can be picked up within 7 days or donated. Refused items must also be retrieved within this timeframe; otherwise, they will become property of Nest & Sprout for resale or donation.

Periodic Review and Updates

We regularly review and update our quality assurance standards to align with the latest safety regulations and industry best practices. This ensures that our consignment service remains a trusted resource for families.

By adhering to these quality assurance standards, Nest & Sprout aims to exceed your expectations, creating a boutique consignment experience that brings joy to families while promoting sustainability and responsible shopping.

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