Tagging Instructions

It is important to prepare your items properly -- improperly prepared or wrongly tagged items will be turned away at check-in!

Assembly Supplies

Cardstock paper (see below)
- White to donate
- Yellow if you want items returned
Adult wire hangers only. NO plastic hangers accepted.
Safety pins - at least 1 inch long (NO straight pins)
Masking tape or clear packing tape for securing tags to non-clothing items
Cable ties (for shoes)
Small plastic bags (such as Ziploc bags) for small parts of a toy, required parts to a toddler bed, etc.

Online Tag Creation

General

All tags have to be created online and printed on your home computer (ink jet printers are preferable). You must use cardstock paper (available at Michaels or office supply stores). The online system ensures the correct format we use for our sale and will add a bar code.
Only access the MyConsignmentManager software from the OGYCS specific site, http://www.myconsignmentmanager.com/ogycsconsign/index.html. By doing this, you will not need to enter a print code when printing tags.
You can go into the system as many times as you like to enter items and print tags - it doesn't have to be in one sitting.
All tag information must be entered by the sale lock date which will be the Tuesday prior to the sale weekend at 10:00pm. This is so that we can download the data into our registers (required for the benefits this new system bring - item by item sales history report for you, verification of the price you entered, donations list for taxes, etc.) You can still print previously entered price tags after this date.

Paper requirements

Weight

Paper requirements include 60# through 67# and 110# cover stock or card stock; no fuzzy or textured paper (because the barcodes will bleed)

Color

White tags should be used for items which, if unsold, will be donated to charity (remember to check the donate box when entering items online)
Yellow tags should be used for items which, if unsold, you will pick up after the sale (do not use yellow highlighter on a white card)
If you use a mixture of white & yellow tags - we suggest entering your yellow tag items first, then print those tags (that way white tag items will not get mixed into your print file of tags)
If it is too late to do this, the system allows you to check which items you are printing tags for so you can go down the list, paying attention to the Donate column and only check the ones which correspond to the paper you have in your printer tray (white if you are donating, yellow if not)

Enter tag details

Please keep descriptions brief and not capitalized. If descriptions are too long, the tags will not print.
If you would like your item sold for 1/2 price on Saturday, please check the Discount box when entering your item. This can be selected on an item by item basis. Items not discounted will still remain on the sales floor for buyers on Saturday.
Even though we are color coding the tags, you still need to answer the Donate question on the Enter Items screen (checkbox if you are donating - this will help you in inventory management reports as well as a receipt for donations of unsold items)
Price tags will be given a unique item number by the online system. Therefore, please enter each item you have for sale (or use the power tagger option to save time). If you have multiple like items (ex. 3 exact books), you should not print the same tag multiple times with the same item number. If you do this, when the buyer goes to buy the 2nd item with that same tag/item number as the first, the system will not allow it to be sold.

Printing

Use a printer with normal toner (no dot matrix printers)
When printing tags, confirm that a string of letters and numbers appear under the barcode. This will be needed if we need to enter your tag manually. Adjust your printer setup if needed to ensure all information is printed.
Use NORMAL or DRAFT print setting - Best quality is too dark and causes the barcodes to bleed
Please test one page of tags and make sure the barcodes are crisp and clear and not bleeding
If you have a color printer, make sure that you have selected Black Cartridge Only from the printing properties screen. Otherwise, the tags can appear purple and blurry.

Assembly

Do not put tape on the actual barcode! Tags need to be secured to withstand vigorous shopping so sometimes our consignors have taped on top of the safety pin but please not over the bar code. If your card stock is appropriate thickness and not pinned too close to the edge, you should not need to tape. For toys, we know tape is required but just be careful around the barcode area.
After printing, cut on the lines and safety pin at the top or middle of the tag (do not cover important information like code, price or the barcode).
Price tags should be attached to the upper right side as you look at the garment (or item) with a safety pin (at least one inch long). This allows the tag to be easily seen since all clothes hang to the left. The pin should be horizontal across the tag (careful not to cover the code) where it has made two entries into the tag for a secure hold to the garment.
Tagging Large Equipment and Large Toys: Please review the following video for a step-by-step guide to tagging LE/LT items. LE/LT items require two tag copies. One tag stays with the item, the other goes with the customer to the register for scanning. We recommend attaching a ZIPLOC bag with your second tag for easy access.

Tags must NOT:

Have pins or other attachments obscuring the code or price
Have scratch-outs of code or price
Be made of paper lighter weight than card stock
Be made of white card stock with a yellow sticker or colored with yellow highlighter.
Have a sticker with the code name placed over another sale's code or number. If you participate in more than one sale, you must re-tag your items using our online service.
Be pinned on with a straight pin
Have tape over the bar code

Please follow the above guidelines - information from your tag will be scanned into the computer system, which tracks your sales. Tags will not be pulled from merchandise to return to consignor.

What are you selling?	Here’s how to package it	A few things to remember
Large Equipment/ Large Toys	Large Items require two tag copies. One tag stays with the item, the other goes with the customer to the register for scanning. We recommend attaching a ZIPLOC bag with your second tag for easy access (watch LE/LT tagging video above). Secure any small parts or loose accessories in a sealed plastic bag. If the item has more than one large part, create a separate handwritten label for the secondary pieces with your seller code and a description such as piece 2 of 2.	Disassemble all play structures and large items before check in. All items should be clean and dry We love large equipment and large toys! Thank you for selling yours with us! Car seats must have a base manufacture date younger than 5 years.
Clothing	Hang on adult wire hangers (when facing the item, the hanger should look like a ‘?’ with the hook facing left. Pin pants on both sides of the downward slope. Pin your cardstock tag to the upper right of the garment. A correct size on the tag of your clothing is essential to successful consigning. Always use the lowest of the range listed on the garment's tag. For example, if the tag says '12-18mo,' label your tag size '12mo.'	Items must be CLEAN!! Clothing sets sell great! No more than 30 infant items (up to 6 months) per consignor (excluding swimsuits and costumes). Don’t forget to sell your holiday outfits, rain gear, and smocked dresses!!
Shoes	Pair gently worn or new shoes together with cable ties. Safety pin the tag to the tie or strap. Do NOT put shoes in bags or boxes. Do NOT put tape on shoes.	We will NOT accept dirty or overly worn shoes. We accept shoes up to “big kid” size 5. We accept specialty shoes (like ballet) over size 5.
Small Toys	All loose toys should be secured in a sealed plastic bag. Secure the tag facing out for easy scanning.	No shooting toys, weapons, war games, or recalled toys. Install batteries if your toy requires them – they sell better!
Puzzles/Games/ Electronics	Secure boxes with tape or rubber band. Tag with tape.	Make sure all pieces are included We have a designated room for puzzles, games, and electronics. Buy batteries at the dollar store if you need them.
Books/CDs/DVDs	Tag individually with tape on the front or back of the item. Group similar items in a sealed plastic bag and tape the tag to the inside of the bag.	Books can be infant, preschool, early reader, teen, or adult reference books. Only commercially ready items will be accepted – no copies. VHS and cassette tapes are not accepted.

Top Tagging Reminders

Always use the following link to access our tagging system: http://www.myconsignmentmanager.com/ogycsconsign/index.html. We only accept tags created and printed through our system. Please, no handwriting on tags.
Tags must be printed on cardstock (WHITE = DONATE, YELLOW=RETURN TO CONSIGNOR)
Do NOT tape over the barcode on your tags.
Print tags on the DRAFT or NORMAL printer setting, BEST setting will be too dark. Make sure your tags are crisp and clear, without any bleeding in the barcode.
Print using Black ink/toner only, no color.
If you choose, donate = yes, please consider choosing discount = yes, too. This gives you and the school the best chance of selling your item.
Use brief descriptions for your items (<30 characters).
If a tag gets separated from its item, it cannot be sold. Please secure tags to your items (without taping over the barcode). Tags must be able to withstand rigorous shopping!