Once Upon A Child

Since I spend an awful lot of time at Britton Mall buying decorations and materials, I had wondered about the store for a while. To me, it was just a regular kid’s store and not a thrift store. I have just discovered thrift stores and feel mildly and frantically obsessed. Once Upon a Child got me hooked in the endless possibilities of outfit alterations; without the actual guilt of deconstructing an expensive new one.
I had seen colorful tutus and whimsical little girl’s accessories displayed in the window. I needed to create the costumes of M’s children for the 80’s themed party. Of course I knew I could save time and then go to Michael’s and buy trinkets, beads, hot-​glue stick (always!) and the like; and right next door.
I walked in and was impressed by the upper and lower rows of neatly organized clothes. The outfits were divided by size, type and gender. The staff was incredibly sweet and helpful. The store carries toys, costumes, accessories for boys and girls (check out the fabulous bows and berets, ties and vests.) The prices are amazing. The clothes in good-​as-​new condition.
I phoned my two friends who have babies and ranted, describing and sending pictures urging them to come immediately to this store. After all, one can never be too young to become a fashionista. It should be taught as a way of teaching them color and forms and textures. Fashionismo must be part of the elementary schools entrance exam (not only the prep school.) They have so many cute and affordable outfits that I seriously wished I had a couple of more babies. I seriously considered having two more babies. As, at least, two-​floors down, in the next tower-​neighbors.

Brought several items into Once Upon A Child to consign. They don’t give you as much as you would think. I didn’t end up consigning all of the stuff but will wait to sell it on my own and at the Annual Tampa Bay Mother of Multiples sale in July.

They have quite a large selection of baby and kids clothes. Since kids grow so quickly, it’s nice to be able to get used clothes at huge discount.
They were well organized making it easy to find whatever size you need.
Besides clothes they carry toys, books, and many other items you may need.

I was pretty impressed to find a big selection of clothing and toys at this location. The store is very organized. But the best part is customer service. The clerk behind the counter was very friendly and helpful.