Preloved children’s items will be sold at a special market tomorrow at Dinnington High School in Sheffield to support families facing the rising cost of living crisis.
The event, hosted by Boutique Baby Sale, aims to offer an affordable alternative for families to buy and sell preloved baby and children’s items, as well as take donations for charity.
Boutique Baby Sale was established as a business in 2013, soon gaining traction and franchising across the North West and West Yorkshire.
Ella Sherburn, from Barnsley, began the Boutique Baby Sale for Wakefield and South Yorkshire in February 2024, and has since organised several successful events attracting hundreds of customers.
Miss Sherburn said: “Families are struggling. Whether they want to sell items to help pay bills or buy clothes and toys for their kids, I’m proud to offer an affordable way to shop. We will also be taking donations for The Clothing Bank; they’re an amazing charity who take clothing donations for people in desperate need.”
The market gives people a chance to buy gently used essentials with 32 stalls featuring a wide range of preloved items from prams and jumperoos to designer clothes, books, and toys; meeting the increasing demand for affordable shopping for families in need.
Miss Sherburn said: “The response has been incredible – I’m thrilled to bring this event to Sheffield to support local families.”
The Boutique Baby Sale will be held in Dinnington High School’s sports hall from 2pm til 3:30pm this Saturday 1 March.
Entry is £2 per adult, with children allowed to attend for free.
In addition to helping families save money, the event promotes small businesses.
One vendor is Alreyt Aromas, a local candle company selling scents at £4.50 each.
Playmania Sheffield, a local soft play and nursery, will also be in attendance, along with their mascot to entertain the children.
Miss Sherburn emphasised the environmental benefits of buying second-hand.
She said: “Children grow quickly, which makes purchasing new items expensive. Plus, thousands of tonnes of children’s clothes and toys end up in landfills each year. We want to help local communities by encouraging people to buy and sell preloved goods to reduce waste, buy cheaper and more sustainable fashion.”
This event is funded by Miss Sherburn herself and stall holders fees via the Boutique Baby Sale.
With a positive response from families across the region, this event looks to bring communities together, able economical shopping, and support families.
