Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Consignment Shop in Kemptville
Founded in 2005, To Be Continued has established itself as a trusted community-focused consignment shop specializing in children's and adult clothing, toys, and unique gifts. Our expertise lies in providing high-quality, gently used items at affordable prices while promoting sustainability through reuse. With over 10,000 items in inventory and a dedicated team, we combine personalized service with environmental responsibility.Our staff's extensive knowledge of current fashion trends and children's needs ensures customers receive expert guidance. As a locally owned business in Kemptville, Ontario, we maintain strong community ties through active participation in downtown development initiatives. Our commitment to quality control includes rigorous inspection of all consigned items, ensuring customer satisfaction with every purchase.
Services
Consignments
Children's Gifts
Helium Balloons
Outerwear Sales
Online Shopping
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We've been serving the community with consignment expertise since 2005
- Our easy consignment process handles all logistics for sellers
- We promote environmental sustainability through reuse and recycling
- We offer thousands of unique items across multiple product categories
- Our knowledgeable staff provides personalized shopping assistance
Services
Consignments
Our consignment service helps customers sell gently used clothing, shoes, and toys. We handle all aspects from pricing to sales, offering 40% of proceeds to consignors. Items are displayed for 60 days with unsold merchandise available for pickup. Our system tracks inventory and accounts online for easy management.
Children's Gifts
We specialize in unique children's gifts including educational toys, books, and clothing. Our selection features Melissa & Doug products, DIY craft kits, and locally made accessories. Staff can create customized gift packages with wrapping services available. Seasonal inventory includes baby shower essentials and birthday party supplies.
Helium Balloons
We offer custom helium balloon designs for special occasions. Services include balloon filling, arch creation, and themed arrangements. Our inventory features various colors and shapes suitable for birthdays, graduations, and celebrations. We also provide balloon accessories and assembly materials for DIY projects.
Outerwear Sales
Our outerwear collection includes seasonal rainwear, swimwear, and winter gear. Products feature UV protection, waterproofing, and thermal insulation technologies. We carry sizes for children and adults with brands like Columbia and Roots. Inventory rotates with seasons, including specialized school uniform options.
People
Shelley Mitchell
Owner
Shelley Mitchell has owned To Be Continued since 2005, actively contributing to downtown Kemptville's development. She champions sustainable practices through the store's consignment model while raising her family locally. Her leadership focuses on community engagement and environmental responsibility.
Questions
What types of items can I consign?
We accept gently used children's and adult clothing (excluding Walmart, Joe, or Giant Tiger brands), shoes, boots, and toys in clean, saleable condition.
How long are items displayed for sale?
Consigned items remain on our sales floor for 60 days before becoming available for pickup if unsold.
Do you offer gift wrapping services?
Yes, we provide complimentary gift wrapping for purchased items with customization based on age and budget preferences.
What payment options exist for consignment earnings?
You can spend earnings in-store immediately or receive cash payouts for balances over $50 with advance notice.
Are there seasonal inventory changes?
Our inventory rotates quarterly with specific acceptance periods for winter, spring, summer, and fall items.
Reviews (6)
Angela Molson
Jul 28, 2021
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Also get to poke around and find the deals. A little disappointed that they seem to be going more into the "new" retail and less gently used
Geraldine Taylor
May 23, 2021
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A wonderful children's consignment store offering good quality, like new childeren's clothing in Kemptville. A TBC has a huge selection of childrens' arts and crafts, and new educational toys. A fun place to shop! This Kemptville owned and operated store has risen above and beyond the expectations of any person during these terrible COVID 19 times. The owner, Shelley Mitchell has gone to extreme lengths to service her clients and consigners customers during the recent and past lockdowns. I admire and appreciate the opportunity Shelley has generated for all persons who want to shop safely and abide
Lea Downs
Jul 02, 2019
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I love it here! One of my favourite little gems in Kemptville.
TBC supports other local businesses, is VERY child-friendly, and always has quality consignment options as well as new toys. They have a rewards program you should definitely take advantage of and I love all the eco-friendly promoting they do (we bought yumboxes here for all three of our children to take to school). Keep up the good work!
TBC supports other local businesses, is VERY child-friendly, and always has quality consignment options as well as new toys. They have a rewards program you should definitely take advantage of and I love all the eco-friendly promoting they do (we bought yumboxes here for all three of our children to take to school). Keep up the good work!
Tira Porter
Jul 18, 2017
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A great place to shop - I always find good deals for myself and my daughter, they have an excellent selection of both new and consigned items. Prices are good, and the staff are so lovely - helpful and kind. One of my favourite stores to shop in.
Sue Massey
Dec 14, 2016
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As an employee of six years I can say it is a pleasure to go to work at To Be Continued. Customers are excited to see all our quality items. They seem impressed with the treasures they find, whether it is our consignment or a new product.Our customers leave happy and that is To Be Continued`s main goal. Sue Massey.
Chris Chinkiwsky
Nov 16, 2016
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Quite a unique place in Kemptville. Shelley does a really good job at locating top quality consignment clothing. There is a wide selection and the staff is very helpful. They now sell Doug and Melissa kids toys and games also!
