When it comes to buying clothing for children, consider a second-hand store or sale. Children grow so fast, so they need more clothes all the time. Rather than buying new clothes for my kids, I take advantage of consignment stores and the bi-annual consignment sales.
Consignment Stores are usually open year round. These stores sell gently used clothing, toys, furniture, and baby accessories. They also buy your used stuff as well (as long as it's in good condition).
Consignment Sales usually take place in the fall and spring. The sales near my home usually take place at the Fairgrounds or a local church. These consignment sales are the best places to get great deals. They usually take place for about 4 days (Wednesday through Saturday). The prices for each item of clothing usually ranges between $1.00-$5.00. On Saturdays, most items are half price.
When I first discovered Consignment Sales, I loaded up my SUV full of baby clothes and baby accessories (including a baby swing, stroller, and car seat) for less than $200.00. You can search for these seasonal sales on the internet. Once you attend the sale, you can usually add your name to the mailing list so you are notified the next time of the dates.
