Rhea Lana of South Tulsa~Volunteer Sign Up

Last week we all decided that we were going to earn cash from our own closets.  We are going to clean out the clutter, tag our items, and take them to Rhea Lana of South Tulsa's event February 23-March 1.  We are all pumped about earning cash money, $$$ cha-ching $$$, and purchasing great brands like Gymboree, Gap, Toms, Converse, Matilda Jane, Janie and Jack, Lands End, etc. 

BUT, did you know you can get into the sale a DAY EARLY???

I'm about to let you in on a little secret.  Shhhhhh!

If you volunteer, you can earn a early shopper pass and even Rhea Lana CASH!

So you totally didn't hear that from me.  I'm just hear to tell you about volunteering to make new mommy friends all the while checking out the best items first.  I'm not telling you how to score those items and earn some cash to get them for free.  Nope, not dishing out those secrets.  

So if you're thinking, how do I sign up, then this next part is for you.  Simply click here, and pick out the date and reward you're looking for.  Me?  I'd personally go for both...the early shopper pass AND the cash, but then again I'm always looking for a good bargain.

Don't forget to 'LIKE' Rhea Lana of South Tulsa on Facebook.  They have some awesome random giveaways going on right now! 

 

Rhea Lana of South Tulsa~CONSIGN NOW!!!

 

It's that time of year to clear out your closets, prepare for Spring and earn some CASH!  I'm not talking about garage saling. I'm talking about consigning.  With consigning you set your prices (Rhea Lana even gives you suggestions to get your items moving off the racks and shelves), and make 70% of your sales!  70%!!!  That's the highest percentage of any other sale in this area.  Plus, there are options to make 75% or even 80% of your sales through referrals.  You refer 3 new consignors with at least 15 items, then you get 75% of your sales.  Refer 5 and get 80%.  Simple as that!

Now if you're thinking I don't have time for this, let me ask you to reconsider.  Especially, if you enjoy serving.  Did you know consigning allows you to help others?  It's such a win-win situation.  You clear out what you no longer need and earn cash.  Then later someone else comes along and snatches up your great brands and deals.  You get cash, they get great deals.  How can this go wrong for you?

It can't.

So now that you are fully convinced of making the most of your resources, then here's how you get started.  

• Visit Rhea Lana of South Tulsa's website.
• Click on 'Consign' on the far right pink menu bar.
• Click on 'Sign up to consign'.
• Fill out the info.
• Then check out the Merchandise Prep and Pricing Points section.

It really spells everything out nicely for you!  From items you'll need to prepare your goods, all the way to getting them to the store and checking your sales LIVE.

If you have any questions, the owners of Rhea Lana South Tulsa go above and beyond for customer service.  Not to mention, you can always ask me!  I would love to help you.

***If you are going to consign for the first time with 15+ items, and you heard about this from me, I would LOVE to be your referral!  You know me...always watching the pennies :)

It's Time To Shop~Rhea Lana Here I Come

I remember the days when we had Little Man.  Our family bombarded us with the most adorable clothes ever.  Toys were busting out of closets and in every major walkway.  It was ridiculous.  As the years progressed and more kids were added to the Torres family, the gifts became more and more spread out.  We were forced to..wait for it...it's hard to share...we were forced to...to...to...

BUY OUR OWN KIDS' CLOTHES!!!!

Whew!  I said it.  That was hard to admit, but the truth sets you free.  As Steven and I began shopping for Little Man and our newest addition, Little Miss, we were shocked at the prices of baby and toddler clothes. What the what?  $20 for baby and toddler jeans?  I hate spending $20 on my own jeans, let alone for a child who will wear this for less than one season.

That's when I began bargain shopping for my kids' clothes.  Consignment sales just make sense.  Unfortunately, finding a sale that wasn't in a gigantic warehouse was hard to find in my area.  Then floating out of the sky like an angel, Rhea Lana of South Tulsa arrived!  For 6 seasons, I have been taking my kids' older clothes to Rhea Lana of South Tulsa, then using the money I make and buying their 'new' clothes.  Since kids grow so fast, it just makes sense.  

Last sale I purchased the kids' spring and summer clothes for under $30.  On my consignment check I made $120 (I didn't have too much last season).  I equate that to shopping for free.  That is the power of consignment shopping.

This year is the first time I am searching for a baby equipment item!  I am in serious need of a side-by-side double stroller for the babies.  Nothing bulky.  More umbrella, folds up easy, and pushes well stroller.  So if you shop and see one, walk on by people.  I repeat, walk on by.  It is MINE!  All mine.  You think I'm kidding? ;)

So, mark your calendars ladies and gents.  The Rhea Lana of South Tulsa Sale begins SUNDAY, AUGUST 10th and runs through the 17th.  For best options, get your hands on an Early Shopper Pass.  If you get your hands on one of those babies, then you get to shop on SATURDAY!  What, what??? The easiest way to go about that is to get pregnant...or be pregnant). 

OR, the absolute best way is to show up like you are 'VIP in the HOUSE' at 7:00pm on Saturday and say, "YO! Torres Tidbits sent me," in your best Italian mobster impression. If you don't say, "YO!" you will have not one chance of getting in.  The bouncers will get you...OR...maybe I just stretching the truth a little bit.  Maybe you can just say, "Torres Tidbits sent me." But without the accent that wouldn't be any fun now, would it?!?

So, Torres Tidbiters, get yourself to the sale a day early and let them know I sent ya' for a chance to get the best deals before the sale opens to the public on Sunday, August 11th!  Just a little love for all those bloggy people out there. 

Rhea Lana of South Tulsa~Get Your BUY On!!!

A few weeks ago I talked about making money.  Although making money is super fun and important, how you spend it is equally important.  You all know I'm a Dave Ramsey fanatic.  We have a cash envelope for our kids' back to school clothing.  We've been saving for a few months now.  Stashing $20's here and there into the Clothing Fund.  Months later we are ready to spend, but letting go of cash you've saved is a bit hard to do. 

That's why we shop Rhea Lana of South Tulsa.  We get more for our money.  When I get to see the gigantic stack of clothes and the little cash that leaves my envelope, it makes it easy.  Our hard earned money works for us and doesn't slip away so fast.  I can't say the same for retail stores. 

Here's some FAQs and their answers...

Where Do I Go?

Rhea Lana of South Tulsa has one location near 106th and Memorial.  If you can find Chick-fil-a (let's be honest...we all know where those are), then you can find the sale.  It's directly behind Chick-fil-a, and the store front faces the Hampton Inn. 

When Can I Shop?

Sale dates for the general public are August 11-17th.  Click here for specific times.

How Do I Get One of Those Early Shopper Passes?

In all honesty, an early shopper pass is the golden ticket and there are a few ways to go about it.  One way is to volunteer your time.  Go here for more info.  Another way is to bring food to the volunteers and workers.  You can also earn a pass by being a Preggers.  No pillows under the shirt please.  We all can tell! 

Rhea Lana of South Tulsa~CONSIGN NOW!!!

Back to school is around the corner and I know what most of you are thinking. 

Money, $$$, cash...it's going to cost a fortune.

Well, what if you flipped that state of mind?

Money, $$$, cash...I'm going to make some!

It's time to empty those toy bins and closets to turn your unwanteds to cash!  Get yourself prepared for back to school time and line your pockets with easy money by consigning with Rhea Lana of South Tulsa.

As a consignor you will be relieved to know the following:

• Rhea Lana of South Tulsa gaurantees the items you tag in store.  That was a big selling point for me. If for some reason an item gets lost or stolen, you are gauranteed to be paid for that item.  You can trust that your items are safe while at the sale.
• Only high quality items are allowed in the sale.  No clothing that smells of smoke, stained, or holey makes it into the sale.  Therefore, higher end shoppers love this sale and buys your stuff!
• You have access to LIVE sales through the website or app.  Basically, you get to know what you are making at any given point during the sale.
• Consignors pay a low $8 fee (taken out of your check), and make 70% of your sale price.  If you want more back, check here on how to do that!
• You get your check on pick up day.  No waiting around for it to be mailed to your house.  That's instant gratification!
• If you should choose to volunteer and meet new mommies, click here.  Maybe I should mention that you will walk out away with new friends AND $10 in Rhea Lana Bucks to be used at the sale!!!

Now that you have the fire lit under you to make some money, here's the info on how to make the most money for yourself.  If you are looking for the biggest bucks go straight for your kids' toys.  Those are always the first to sell.  Don't be afraid to discount them to half price.  If, for some reason, they don't sell immediately at full price, they will sell first on half price day.  Plus, you don't want that stuff coming back in your house, right?  After all, you just cleared it out.

Okay, you're done sorting through the toys.  Now, it's time to go big.  Strollers, pack-n-plays, bassinetts, car seats, exersaucers, play mats, furniture, it all sells fast!  There's no better way to make room in your house than ridding it of big items.  You'll also be thankful to have the space and make money off your big ticket item. 

Gently used clothing and shoes do well too!  Get to sorting items by size and gender. 

Who knew making money could be so simple?  Not to mention you can turn around the shop the sale later on for even better savings on back to school clothes and shoes.  We may be doing uniforms this year, but guess what??? Rhea Lana of South Tulsa will have a uniform rack!  Be on the lookout for that one...or not.  Better save that rack for me :)

Git Ya' Some Dealz

If you haven't shopped Rhea Lana of South Tulsa this season, you are really missing out.  I took my cash and deal seeking eyes on Saturday afternoon. Glad I grabbed those guys because I was able to purchase 5 dresses for Little Miss, 2 shorts for Little Man, and 3 shorts and 1 shirt for Chubby Cheekers all for the bargain price of $37.  That's 11 items around $3.36/item.

I know some of you are thinking, "But those are used clothes."  My answer to that is, "Yes some are used, but 3 items had new tags on them."

I don't really have any issues with my kids wearing used clothes.  After all, I accept hand me downs from friends, pass on my own kids' clothes, AND I have a thing called a washing machine. All the items (even the new ones) go through the wash before the kids wear them.

If you haven't made it to the sale yet, don't fret.  You still have time. In fact today is the one of the best days to shop.  It may be Valentine's Day, BUT make it part of your date night because today is 25% off day!!!

If consignor's chose to mark their items for the sale, then those items will be 25% the sale's price.  Friday is HALF OFF DAY!  Good deals, people.  Good deals.

Ready to shop???  Here's the store hours..

Open to the Public Store Hours:
Thursday 10:00am-4:00pm*
Friday      10:00am-7:00pm
Saturday   9:00am-12:00pm

*Here's a little secret for you and something special just for Torres Tidbit readers!  If you would like to get items HALF OFF on THURSDAY EVENING, then you are invited to a PRIVATE pre-sale from 8:00pm-10:00pm.  All you have to do is say you were invited through Torres Tidbits and you'll get in.  This is a HUGE opportunity to scavenge the deals before it opens up to the public on Friday.

Before I leave you to shop til you drop, I have one more goody for you.  Do you like prizes?  Prizes like these...

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If you shop and make a purchase tomorrow, you will be entered to win prizes!!!  Now go buy stuff.   Lots of stuff ;)

Don't forget to tell the ladies Torres Tidbits sent you!

Enjoy the sale, enjoy the deals!

Rhea Lana of South Tulsa: GIVEAWAY TIME!!!

Rhea Lana of South Tulsa

February 10th-16th

Hard to believe, but February is here!  The month of love, and I LOVE Rhea Lana.  I love consigning and checking out the good deals.  It's not to late for you either.  You still have time to gather your items, tag them, and enter them in the database before the February 8th and 9th Drop Off Dates.  I know I have already told you how my two hours of work paid out, but I have another reason for you to consign at Rhea Lana of South Tulsa.  If you tag your items in store, they are INSURED!!!  If an unsold item is not able to be found after the sale, you will be paid for the lost item.  Just read the experience of one consignor...

Last Fall, I consigned with Rhea Lana of South Tulsa.  I tagged my items in-store and therefore was guaranteed money if an item got lost or stolen.  When I went to pick up my items, my somewhat expensive item was unable to be located.  She took time to search all over, but couldn't find it.  She paid me cash for the item before I left.  She did not make me feel bad about it and apologized for not being able to locate the item.  Amazing customer service!  You don't get that guarantee with other sales in town.

~Dawn Chesser, Rhea Lana of South Tulsa Consignor

Here's the deal. Lost and/or stolen items are a rarity at Rhea Lana of South Tulsa.  The women work diligently to care for your items.  However, isn't it nice to know you are taken care of with a high level of customer service in the incident something slips away?  I just love that!

As for shopping, well, I shouldn't need to to convince you to go.  Just go.  You'll thank me!  Great items, great prices.  Need I say more?  

Don't forget you can get an early shopper pass for volunteering and in some instances you can have your consignor fee waived.  Check it out HERE.

BUT, I'm not here to really discuss consigning or volunteering.  Those are just simple reminders.  Today I'm here to GIVEAWAY some CASH courtesy of the Rhea Lana of South Tulsa owners!  A free TEN DOLLARS...$10.00...TEN DOLLARS to spend at Rhea Lana of South Tulsa's Spring Sale!  I love free.

So here's how you enter...

• Be sure to 'LIKE' Rhea Lana of South Tulsa on Facebook.
• Leave a comment on THIS blog post.  Tell me if you're consigning.  Tell me if you're shopping.  Tell me anything.  Just comment.*
• All entries will be accepted through Monday, February 5th @ 8:00pm.  Winner will be announced Tuesday, February 6th @ 6:30am.

*If you have difficulties leaving a comment please try typing your comment and your name in the comment box, then click the 'Anonymous' button.  Sometimes comments take a while to appear.  You may also leave your comment on the link that posted on the Rhea Lana of South Tulsa Facebook page.

Good LUCK!  

I sure wish I could win this prize.

Rhea Lana of South Tulsa~Getting the Good Stuff

Rhea Lana South Tulsa

February 10th-16th

Last week I shared with you how you can increase your income with just a few hours of work.  It's my secret 'Get Rich Quick' scheme...only it's not a scheme. It's totally legit.

If you aren't interested in turning profit, maybe you are the professional shopper. Well, guess what?  I'm talking to the Professional Shopper today.

If you have ever shopped a consignment sale, you know the key to getting the best items at the lowest prices is by shopping early.  Technically, the sale opens to the public on Sunday, February 10th @ 1:00pm.  However, you can get in earlier if I share a wee little secret with you. Do you want to know?  I can only tell you if you promise to keep it a secret.  I don't want someone else stealing that dirt cheap Arctic Cat out from under my feet.  Okay, here it goes...

You can shop as early as Saturday, February 9th @ 5:00pm, IF you can spare four hours...ONLY FOUR HOURS...of your time.

Now...SHHHHH!...this is our little secret.  That little secret listed above will allow you to shop just hours after the last group of consignors drop off their stuff.  That means you get your hands on the BEST goods first. You won't miss out.

Now here's how you go about volunteering...

Go HERE to register for an assigned time slot anytime during the sale.  Then you show up for your shift.  The best part about this is you get time away to be around some great ladies, making new friends, all while earning yourself some good deals.  This sounds more like a mini vacation rather than a volunteering job, right?

Now, I have another little secret.  I know.  I'm full of them today.  Are you ready for it?

You can also have your consignor fee ($8.00) waived.*

What the what???  Yep.  You can have your consignor fee waived.  All you have to do is sign up to volunteer a SPECIAL SHIFT below...

Consignor Fee Waiving Shift

• Any Check-In Shift on Friday, February 8th
• Any Check-In Shift on Saturday, February 9th
• Any Sort Shift on Saturday, February 16th
• Any Sort Shift on Sunday, February 17th

*In addition to your fee being waived, you will STILL receive the Early Worker's Pass to shop early...BONUS!!!

Now Ladies, get on it.  Go sign up to volunteer!  

Next week, I'll be sharing a bit more info and there may or may not be a GIVEAWAY.  A giveaway involving cash.  I don't know.  Maybe this is just crazy talk ;)

Rhea Lana of South Tulsa~CONSIGN NOW

Rhea Lana of South Tulsa

Spring/Summer Sale

February 10th-16th

It's really hard to believe the RL sale is just around the corner.  It seems like I picked up my FAT check just a few months ago.  It's time for you to get ready to earn cash too!

Sometimes we get stuck on a narrow road of thought that our income only comes from steady paychecks.  Like Steven's job.  He brings in the bulk of our income, but I have to add to it to make this family stay afloat.  I do little things like teach gymnastics, keep my adorable nephews, and consign.  Yes, I said consign.  I sell off what we don't need to pay for things we do.  Does it take time?  Yes.  Is it money in my pocket? Yes.  Is it worth it? YES!  

Let's take the last sale for example.  I spent about 2 hours gathering, sorting, and prepping clothes.  I received over $225 for those two hours.  This was just on clothes alone.  No toys or baby gear.  JUST CLOTHES.  Think about that pay out.  I made about $112.50/hour.  I don't know about you, but that is time well spent.

Convinced that consigning is worth it?  Here's what you do...

1. GoHERE to sign up as a consignor.
2. Gather two bins.  One for donations and one for consigning.  (If you wouldn't buy it, don't consign it!  Rhea Lana has a reputation of selling nice items only.)
3. Prep and organize your items.  Go HERE for item prep.
4. Take your items in.  Go HERE for drop off times and procedure.
5. Sit down with a cup of coffee and watch your money grow through LIVE sales reports!
6. Pick up your check.

That's pretty simple, right?

Now, Rhea Lana automatically gives you 70% of your sales (that's more than any other sale in this area), but if that's not enough for you check out the ways to earn more HERE.

So there you have it.  All the information you need to get your unwanted/unused items working for you.  

Next week, I'm going to share how you can get in on finding the deals at the Rhea Lana of South Tulsa sale before anyone else!  You know, where you find the barely used Britax carseat for 60% off retail OR, that Ergo carrier dirt cheap and looking new.  How awesome is it to tell your friends...Yeah, I got this Ergo for $20.  

Stay tuned for more...

Until then, LIKE Rhea Lana of South Tulsa on Facebook.  I hear there are some giveaways in the works.  Yeah, I said it...GIVEAWAYS!  What are you waiting for???  Go like them!

  

Rhea Lana of South Tulsa and a GIVEAWAY!!!

Rhea Lana of South Tulsa

Heard of it?  If not, and you are interested in consigning your child's too small clothes, toys that just collect dust, or all that baby stuff in your attic, then this is the outlet for you!  The Rhea Lana of South Tulsa's sale is scheduled for August 3-6th at The Shops at Regal Plaza, 105th and Memorial (facing the Hampton Inn)

Since we have just one more little precious baby coming in February, I am hanging onto all of Little Man and Little Miss' baby items.  However, after we're done with the items I will most definitely hit up Rhea Lana for the first time.  Let me tell you why...

• Rhea Lana allows you to keep 70% of your sales.  Period.
• Consigners can make up to 80% with referrals.
• Consigning fee is only $7.50.
• Items are guaranteed against loss or theft, which means if they are lost or stolen while in their possession, they will pay you for them.
• Consigners can track sales in real time. LIVE!
• Rhea Lana has a mobile app where you can check your sales on the go.
• At the end of the week, you can pick up your unsold items and your CHECK!
• Tagging system is easy and THEY print the tags for you at check-in.
• Free parking and admission everyday.

I have done JBF before, but the consigner fee was $12.50 and I only earned 65% of my sales.  Then I had to wait a couple of weeks to receive my check through the mail.  Rhea Lana definitely has the upper hand with offering more money to consigners' pockets AND a quick check pick-up.  If you are interested in consigning, don't think twice about trying Rhea Lana. 

The consigner sign up deadline is August 1st at midnight.  This means you STILL have time to earn money on items sitting around your house.  The wonderful ladies at Rhea Lana are more than happy to answer any of your questions to ease you through this process.  Here's the contact info...

Christa and Allyson

479-957-2679
southtulsa.rhealana.com

Now here's my favorite part...the GIVEAWAY!!!  I just love giveaways.  Heck, I just love free stuff period.  Well, the nice ladies of Rhea Lana of South Tulsa would like to offer one of my readers 

$20 Gift Certificate for Rhea Lana Spending Cash*

All you have to do to enter is leave a comment telling me what's most appealing about Rhea Lana to you.  I'll count all entries through this blog OR comments left on the link to the blog on FB.  Good luck!

*Giveaway ends Friday, July 29th @ noon.  Winner will be announced Monday, August 1st.