Once Upon a Child

I love the deals I can get at resale shops. Unfortunately, so does everyone else. This means that no matter when you go, it’s usually busy. Every time I go, there is at least one customer and their kid sitting in an aisle just blocking that sucker up. It would be great if OUC put a dressing room or at least a sitting area where the floor-​sitters could hold shoes and armfuls of outfits up next to their little angel without clogging up traffic for the rest of us.
If you’re looking to sell back your average clothing, you’re not going to pull much cash. Purchasing though, there are some real deals to be had.

I’ve shopped and sold at this location for years now and I’ve never been dissatisfied. The place can be a wreck sometimes but with all the adults and kids spelunking the clothes and toys it’s to be expected. There are several thrift shops in this area that like to START at $ 6 for anything with a Justice tag, so you definitely won’t feel gouged here.

I used to enjoy shopping and selling at this location. Unfortunately, some members of the staff are less than professional and lack customer service skills. During my last visit I noticed toys and clothes on the floor of almost every aisle, even though there were six employees standing behind the counter with little to do. When I went to sell items, I noticed that the young lady did not even examine the majority of them; a few items were skimmed over very carelessly. Overall, my last experience at this store has left me looking to do business elsewhere.

If you are looking to resale this particular once upon a child has zero customer service. When I dropped off my items the girl told me it would be «a couple of hours». After 2.5 hours I went back to the store and the lady told me she was about to do my box… I waited in the store for 45 minutes and nothing. So two hours turned into almost 4 hours and nobody ever actually called me.

Of every kids resale place I have been to, this was the friendliest. :-)
I was running in searching for a specific color shorts for a party but when I pulled up the bright yellow clearance signs were posted. .. which is always a good thing.
The little kids play area is a dump of course. Ironic that these stores are because of kids and the play areas are so pathetic. I can’t judge this location harshly because they are all appear the same level of yucky and lonely.
As always the clothes are sorted by size and then jeans, skirts, etc. they had lots of Gymboree brand items. Unfortunately I did notice a few stains so review your items carefully before check-​out.
Cliff notes: friendly staff, clean store with a large selection.

I love coming here and I’m the ultimate cheapskate who thinks paying $ 6 – 10 is way too much on a shirt, so this is really the place for me. For my nieces birthdayi wanted to get her some new clothes but wanted to get more bang for my buck, and I certainly did here. For $ 26 I got two pairs of shorts, two beautiful dresses, one was a gap dress that looked like it’s never been worn, and to rompers (I think that’s what they are, looks like a dress but it’s connected and has shorts). I think I got a pretty good deal considering they are all beautiful and I got so much. The place has a great selection, and is organized nicely. The staff was friendly, and I am so glad I decided to go there. The only reason I’m giving 4 stars is because some stuff is way over priced and is likely priced as if it is new, but I’m not hating and can’t wait to go find more awesome steals.

With six grand kids, three grand daughters, two with birthdays in September I need to cut corners as much as possible, but still like to buy them nice things. I decided to check out a consignment store for this year’s birthday presents and was delighted to find not just a little store with a few select things but rows, and rows packed with little girls clothing from everyday to fancy shmancy party dresses all at amazingly low prices. I was able to get three gorgeous items each for the 6 year old and the 2 year old and a blue onesy for the new grandson all for $ 45. One of the items still has the store tags with the original price of $ 36.00 which I paid $ 6.50, yeah that’s right Six dollars and fifty cents. This store is a little gem. Tons of stuff in all sizes from infant to little girls sizes, I think I saw 7’s and 8’s, but since my girls are smaller I didn’t look too much into the bigger girls things. They also had rows and rows of boys things, which except for the baby onsey I didn’t look at either. This grandma wishes there was more money to spoil her grandbabies more. Of course the oldest, who has now gone off to college (age18) thinks she’s too good for consignment store goods and this store wouldn’t have anything her size anyway. Definitely will be shopping here more often.
The service was great. I was a bit disappointed at first a young girl standing near the register didn’t look like she was open and the other girl was helping someone else so I just waited in line behind the woman being helped. The girl sorting clothing, although standing next to a register looked my way and said nothing, but another woman ready to check out step up to her and she stopped her sorting to help her, but I was a little miffed since she knew I was waiting and should have at least said well this woman is waiting I’ll take her first. I mentioned this to the girl who checked me out and she was very apologetic, very cheerful and nice so all was forgiven situation redeemed.

IMPORTANT NOTE: This store used to be located on Lavon Drive in Garland. It has improved quite a bit since moving to it’s new location off George Bush Hwy.
They offer a wide selection of gently used children’s clothing at fantastic discounted prices. They also sell gently used baby furniture (cribs, strollers, etc.) and gently used toys.
This store is great for shoppers with young children. Most of the toys are perfect for babies and toddlers. A small handful is good for preschool age — but you really have to do some digging through the bags and piles of toys.
The store also sells a small selection of new items such as hair bows, bibs, and Melissa & Doug brand items.
And don’t forget you can bring your own gently used items (clothes, toys, baby equipment) and sell them. The process is very easy!