A Brief History of Sidewalk Sales

Many moons ago, retail shopping as we know it began with street vendors selling their wares, naturally, on the street. Fast forward a few years and we see the beginning of store fronts selling a combination of goods. In order to compete with the vendors, the store owners would display small amounts of their product on the street to lure shoppers into their store.

Thus, the beginning of sidewalk sales!

"A-ha!" you exclaim, "I knew there was a point to this story."

This weekend, June 25-June 27, is Oak Park's annual Avenue Sidewalk Sale Event!

Friday, 12pm - 7pm

Saturday, 9am - 5pm

Sunday, 12pm - 5pm

Just when you thought that we couldn't possibly take over more of the Avenue, we're taking it to the streets! (Did you catch the Doobie Brothers reference? You're old!) Kickstart your summer savings and come enjoy what Oak Park's historic business district has to offer! Great deals, entertainment, and fun activities abound in the Heart of the Village.

Stop by our TWO LOCATIONS at 111 N. Oak Park Avenue and 810 North Boulevard. Chat with our poor staff who will be melting in the heat, they'll be happy to help you find the best deal of your life! Okay, at least the best deal of the week.

** Disclaimer: The above reference to the history of sidewalk sales has not been fact-checked for historical accuracy, is purely the opinion of the writer and does not reflect the opinion of Divine Consign or its subsidiaries and affiliates.

Designer Warehouse Furniture - AGAIN!

Designer names, custom made pieces, everything in fantastic condition ... you just HAVE to check out our latest delivery of designer furniture!

A designer warehouse in Chicago has consigned absolutely amazing pieces with us. These pieces were either custom made and refused by the client, or were used for staging homes. This means you can purchase virtually new furniture at unbelievable prices!

Divine Consign is not your typical consignment store - we carry Mitchell Gold, Drexel Heritage, Baker, Ethan Allen and more! We make sure our inventory includes quality pieces in great condition.

Stop by our two showrooms in Oak Park to see for yourself! 111 N. Oak Park Ave. and 810 North Boulevard.

The Journey of a Very Special Consignment Piece

Many of our favorite consigned pieces have had quite a history! We love learning about an item's past, as well as being a part of its future!

This beautiful antique dresser was from a family estate on the east coast. After having it shipped to her River Forest home, the consignor realized it just wouldn't work in her space. Distraught over the idea of selling it online or in a garage sale, Eleanor found Divine Consign and was thrilled with the prospect of her beloved dresser finding a proper home!

Here is where the story gets even more interesting...

The buyer, from Oak Park, who absolutely fell in love with the dresser discovered they were being transferred for work. They had their moving company pick it up from our store and it is now residing in Austin, Texas.

Crazy, right?

Our Consignors Are Doing Great!

Not only is Divine Consign an excellent resource for purchasing quality home furnishings and accessories, but it has also proven to be a financial windfall for our consignors!
Here are just some of the ways our consignors have utilized their Divine Consign checks:
- took care of a month of mortgage payments
- caught up on their credit card debt
- got ahead on their child's school tuition
- completed a kitchen remodel
- bought a new water heater
- repaired their car's air conditioning

It is definitely worth your time to visit Divine Consign and consign some of your no-longer-needed items for profit. Visit our website to view our consignment agreement or simply give us a call!

www.divineconsignoakpark.com
708-386-3366

Divine Problem Solvers

We consider ourselves Divine Problem Solvers. You need it, we have it!

- Delivery service for a low, flat rate
- New 30-day layaway program
- Regularly updated online store
- Even a wish list for anything we don't currently have in our shop

Divine Consign can help solve all your home furnishing needs!

LAYAWAY - our best idea yet!

Our customers have been asking for it, and now we're delivering! We have a new layaway program to help you purchase that dining set you've had your eye on, snag the sofa of your dreams, or complete your bedroom set.

Here is how it works:

1) Find the piece of your dreams
2) Sign layaway agreement
3) Put down deposit for 50% of sale price
4) Take 30 days to pay in installments, or in total
5) Final payment includes tax
6) Take home or have your new piece delivered for a low flat rate
7) ENJOY!

Divine Consign Featured in Chicago Magazine SALES CHECK

We are thrilled to be featured in the Chicago Magazine April issue, and were also featured in their April 27 Sales Check site online! Click below to read the story...

Divine Consign featured on Chicago Magazine

Things are moving and shaking here in Oak Park, and now the word is out throughout Chicagoland! Stop in and see what all the fuss is about! We have two locations in Oak Park:
111 N. Oak Park Avenue and, right around the corner, 810 North Boulevard.

See you soon!