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My First #JBFMilwaukee Experience & Why You Need to Go (Sept 21st-27th)

*This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Just Between Friends of Milwaukee. This program is in partnership with Real Mom Media. All opinions are my own*

Yesterday morning, Libby and I made our way down to Milwaukee for the Just Between Friends consignment sale. This was a first for both of us and I think we are both still in shock over the size of this sale.

#JBFMilwaukee Fall 2014 Overview

The amount of clothing, alone, is overwhelming. Racks and racks of maternity, costumes, girls and boys clothing and all of the sizes, it is absolutely crazy and EXTREMELY well organized.

There were more than enough toys to go around and of course, toys were organized in different sections for babies, girls, boys, Disney, Action Figures and so much more!

There was a sea of strollers, high chairs, boosters, bouncy seats and more. Really, I don’t think there is anything you couldn’t find on your shopping list while sticking to your budget.

Check out this great video, put together by Maureen from Wisconsin Mommy to give you an idea of everything available.

My goal was to make sure that I got the #BestDeal on some winter gear for the little ones. All 3 littles needed new boots, Joey needed a jacket that would fit now and another to get him through the rest of winter, along with snowpants as well as a few more fleece sleepers.

Here are a few things we picked up: a pirate costume for Joey ($5), 3 fleece Carters sleepers ($5), a Big Chill winter jacket ($8) and Columbia boys snow boots that retail between $59.99-$69.99 for $15!!!!

I am still in awe of how big this sale is and if I had been feeling better, I think I could have spent the entire day shopping to make sure the kids were set for the next year!

If you go, here is what you need to know:

Cash, MasterCard, Visa and Debit cards are acceptable forms of payment.
Sunday, September 21st 10am-7pm $3.00 admission
Monday, September 22nd 10am-7pm
Tuesday, September 23rd 10am-7pm
Wednesday, September 24th 10am-6pm
Thursday, September 25th 10am-5pm (*25% off day)
Friday, September 26th 10am-7pm (*50% off day)
Saturday, September 27th 10am-1pm (*50% off day)

*State Fair may be charging for parking ($5). NOTE this is State Fair and not JBF! You are welcome to park on the city streets or at the Petit Center and walk on over or bring your family and friends and split the cost of parking.
*Dressing rooms ARE NOT provided, so please measure your kiddos before you arrive.
*Only children 12 months and under are allowed in the sale and must be in a baby carrier. No strollers or wagons are permitted.
*Pursuant to the American with Disabilities Act, should you need accommodation in order to fully participate in our Just Between Friends Sale, please contact us at melindaherbert@jbfsale.com

Come prepared to shop & save!

Check out more pictures of the sale on Facebook and be sure to visit the Just Between Friends of Milwaukee County Facebook page for real time updates!

You can also see what others are saying about the #JBFMilwaukee sale on Instagram and Twitter.

A special Thank You to Just Between Friends and Real Mom Media for the invitation, we had a great time!

Image credit: Joey Fortman Instagram

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Save Big at the Just Between Friends Milwaukee Sale September 21st-27th

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*This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Just Between Friends of Milwaukee. This program is in partnership with Real Mom Media (www.RealMomMedia.com). All opinions are my own*

As you have all heard me say, multiple times, I love a good sale. When it comes to shopping for clothes for 5 kids as well as the gear they all need, I hate to pay full price and in most cases, I prefer to buy something that is used but it excellent condition.

Well, if you are anything like me and you are anywhere near Milwaukee WI, get ready for the Just Between Friends Consignment Sale at the Wisconsin Expo Center on the State Fair Park grounds, September 21st-27th 2014!!

Just Between Friends is a HUGE consignment sale that takes over the State Fair Park and offers shoppers the chance to purchase items at great savings of usually 50-90% OFF retail prices!!!

Now, this isn’t just a huge indoor rummage sale, Just Between Friends keeps quality and safety in mind and all items are carefully inspected to ensure you are getting the best items. You can bet you will find high quality, gently loved items and some times, even new!

If you are expecting, know someone who is or just have a few little ones at home like we do, this is an event you shouldn’t miss!

This will be the first time I’ve attended a consignment event like this and I cannot wait to get some stuff for the kids for the winter!

Important Dates & Info to Remember

If you are planning on getting involved, doing some shopping or want to check things out, here are some important dates!

*State Fair may be charging for parking. NOTE this is State Fair and not JBF! You are welcome to park on the city streets or at the Petit Center and walk on over or bring your family and friends and split the cost of parking.
*Dressing rooms ARE NOT provided, so please measure your kiddos before you arrive.
*Only children 12 months and under are allowed in the sale and must be in a baby carrier. No strollers or wagons are permitted.
*Pursuant to the American with Disabilities Act, should you need accommodation in order to fully participate in our Just Between Friends Sale, please contact us at melindaherbert@jbfsale.com

**Twitter Party**

On Wednesday, September 17th, from 12NOON – 1:00pm CST, get ready to follow and tweet along using the #JBFMilwaukee and #consignment hashtags for your chance to win a front of the line pass and earn some JBF Bucks to use at the event and hunt down your #BestDeal!

Be sure to follow @JBFMilwaukee on Twitter

Want to save on entry to the sale on September 21st?? Grab the coupon below for free entry! (Print this page or bookmark it on your smartphone and show it at the door!)

For real-time updates about this event, please be sure to visit the Just Between Friends of Milwaukee County Facebook page.

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Top 3 Frozen Buys on Zulily Right Now!

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If you have children in your home, especially little girls, chances are pretty good that you’ve seen Frozen a time or two….or a few hundred thousand times.

Our little Ellie is a Frozen FANATIC and wants all the things Frozen and must have all the things the minute she sees them. Of course, I don’t give in and get her everything but when I see a good deal, you can bet I take advantage of it!

Right now, thru July 11th, Zulily has some fabulous Frozen items on sale.

Before I share my top picks with you, go register for an account at Zulily right now and invite your friends to join. For every friend that joins and orders, you earn $15 in credit! You can click HERE to join!

Now that you are registered, here are my top 3 picks that I think you should snag!

1. Olaf, I like warm hugs t-shirt for only $8.99.

2. Frozen Peel & Stick Decals for $11.99

3. Frozen Nightgown for $14.99

There are soooo many more items in the Frozen sale, it is really hard to choose only 3! Plus, there are so many other great sales I could spend hours shopping and saving!

Head on over to Zulily and start saving now!