The Seasonal Clothing Dilemma {free printable}

It’s officially Fall…my FAVORITE time of year. Here in the Midwest, that means cooler weather, warm beverages, pumpkin yumminess, and of course, the seasonal clothing switch-out.

Unless you have closets the size of my garage, you know what I mean: twice a year (in the spring and in the fall) you pack away all your off-season clothes and unpack appropriate wear for the upcoming season (good-bye flip flops; hello hoodies and boots!).

If you have children who are still growing, you know this is also a great opportunity to take inventory of what still fits and what needs to be purchased before the temperature drops too far. And, if you have kids in that age range, you’re familiar with the concept of a children’s consignment sale–an event where mothers can bring clothing, toys, books, DVDs, electronics, etc. their children have outgrown and offer them up for a reasonable price (usually). For a mom, it’s a great way to clean out those closets, make a little cash, and stock your child’s entire wardrobe for the upcoming season.

And that is exactly what I do.

There’s just one problem: once I’m in this giant sale, with so many cute outfits and adorable shoes, my eyes glaze over and I go garage-sale crazy. You know the condition…it’s usually preceded by such statements as: “I’m not sure this will fit her, but it’s only $3!” And “I doubt he’ll ever wear this, but how can I pass it up? It’s such a great deal!”

Yes, my friends: Garage Sale Crazy.

That is how we end up with 247  shirts (195 of which are black with a cute character on the front), but only 3 pair of pants for each child.

After years of this struggle, I’ve determined I need a plan going into such situations. I can no longer rely on my memory alone to guide me. I need a list (oh, how I do love lists!).

So, I created one. (Actually, I created two…one for boys, one for girls.)

Ever wished you had a list of the clothes your child needs for the upcoming season. Well, here you go! Free printable of Fall clothing for boys and girls | www.thereisgrace.com

Ever wished you had a list of the clothes your child needs for the upcoming season. Well, here you go! Free printable of Fall clothing for boys and girls | www.thereisgrace.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

And then I thought, Hey. I bet other moms could use the same thing.

So I decided to share it with you.

Whether you use it for a consignment sale, garage/yard sale shopping, or just tuck it in your purse in case you hit a sale at the mall, I hope you find it helpful.

You can track of the basics your children still need (undies, socks, PJs, shirts, pants), plus how many and what colors. (Anyone else ever end up with 15 pair of white leggings, when you really need brown?)

There’s also a place for seasonal items like holiday outfits and snow suit/boots so you won’t be the mom at Target the night before the big snow storm, fighting over the last pair of size 2 snow boots. 😉

Happy Fall, Y’all!

Click to download: Fall Clothes Printable-BOYS, Fall-Clothes-Printable-GIRLS

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11 thoughts on “The Seasonal Clothing Dilemma {free printable}

  1. This is great, Nancy! We are lucky to be the recipients of a steady stream of hand me downs, but I still get overwhelmed trying to deal with getting the right size and season in the closets and dresser drawers — especially this time of year when it feels like you need winter clothes in the mornings and summer clothes by afternoon!

  2. This is so helpful! We have loads of clothes and I just need to thin. them. out. Thanks so much for joining the Mom 2 Mom Monday Link-Up!

  3. LOVE the printable! I hope it works for me. With four boys nearly two years apart down the line, figuring out who owns what is mind-numbing!!
    I’m new to your site (found you on the intentional blog post link-up!) and love it!
    God bless,
    Jenn

    1. I’m so glad you stopped by, Jenn! Let me know if the printable works for you, and if you have any suggestions for it (I plan to do one in the Spring, also!). Blessings! Nancy

  4. Thanks!! This is great. I wish I had found it last week! We just had our consignment sale… but, there’s always spring. I hope you will make a set for Spring. I know I’ll be using these for years to come!

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