What to bring to a children's clothing market
A children’s clothing market needs more than tables for sellers. Shoppers need clear stall numbers, space to change clothes and an easy way to find the entrance, refreshments and payment point. Bring enough equipment for every vendor, plus a few shared supplies that are easy to forget, such as extension cords, table numbers and cash-handling materials. Use this list alongside your floor plan so setup runs smoothly before the doors open.
What to bring
Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.
Furniture
- Tablesqty 24
- Chairsqty 36
- Clothes racksqty 12
- Changing boothsqty 2
- Coat racksqty 6
- Storage cratesqty 30
- Tableclothsqty 24
Equipment
- Coffee machinesqty 2
- Kettlesqty 2
- Coolersqty 3
- Power stripsqty 6
- Extension cordsqty 6
- Money counting machine
- String lightsqty 4
- LED lampsqty 6
Tableware
- Coffee cupsqty 80
- Glassesqty 80
- Teaspoonsqty 40
- Serving traysqty 4
Kitchen
- Thermos flasksqty 4
- Water jugsqty 4
- Serving jugsqty 2
- Ice packsqty 12
Decorations
- Welcome sign
- Direction signsqty 8
- Table numbersqty 24
- Balloonsqty 50
- Balloon pump
Office
- Cash register
- Cash box
- Receipt bookletsqty 4
- Pensqty 20
- Tape dispensersqty 4
- Scissorsqty 6
- Rulersqty 6
- Prize writersqty 12
- Clothing labelsqty 1000
- Number stickersqty 300
- Notepadsqty 6
Cleaning
- Bucketsqty 4
- Floor mopsqty 4
- Broomsqty 3
- Dustpan and brushqty 3
- Waste binsqty 8
Catering
- Groceries
- Coffee - 4 packs
- Tea - 3 boxes
- Sugar - 2 packs
- Sweeteners - 2 boxes
- Semi-skimmed milk - 8 liters
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Chocolate milk - 4 liters
- Apple juice - 6 liters
- Orange juice - 6 liters
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 4 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 6 bottles
- Spa Red - 4 bottles
- Paper cups - 150 pieces
- Stirrers - 150 pieces
- Napkins - 300 pieces
- Paprika chips - 4 bags
- Plain chips - 4 bags
- Tortilla chips - 3 bags
- Salted pretzels - 3 bags
- Mini cookies - 5 packs
- Ladyfingers - 3 packs
- Mini muffins - 60 pieces
- Bananas - 3 kilograms
- Apples - 3 kilograms
- Grapes - 2 kilogram
- Cucumber - 3 pieces
- Carrots - 2 kilogram
- Hummus - 4 tubs
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 2 jars
- Salt - 1 tin
- Pepper - 1 can
- Ice cubes - 10 kilograms
- Trash bags - 3 rolls
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- Sponges - 2 packs
- Paper towels - 6 packs
- Liquid hand soap - 4 bottles
- Disinfectant wipes - 4 packs
Tips
- Plan one table or clothing rack for each seller, then check the final vendor count before buying or borrowing furniture. Keep a few storage crates available for bags, spare stock and items that must stay off the floor.
- Prepare at least one changing booth for shoppers trying on clothes, with a nearby coat rack and clear direction signs. Set it up before vendors arrive so boxes and clothing rails do not block the changing area.
- Give every stall a visible table number and place a welcome sign at the entrance. Add direction signs for changing booths, refreshments and the cash register; these are often forgotten until visitors are already inside.
- For a two-hour market, allow roughly two coffee cups and one glass per expected visitor if refreshments are served. Set out coffee machines or kettles, thermos flasks, water jugs and serving trays before opening, rather than during the first rush.
- Check power at least 30 minutes before opening. Use power strips and extension cords for coffee machines, kettles, lighting and cash equipment, and keep a cash box and counting machine together at the payment point.
Frequently asked questions
- What do I need for a children's clothing market?
- Bring tables or clothing racks for each vendor, chairs, changing booths, coat racks, storage crates, table numbers, direction signs and payment supplies. For refreshments, prepare coffee machines or kettles, cups, glasses, teaspoons, thermos flasks and water jugs.
- How many tables do I need for a children's clothing market?
- Use one table per vendor as a starting point, then confirm the number of tables against the final vendor list and floor plan. Add separate tables for refreshments, registration or payment if those areas need their own surface.
- How many changing booths are needed at a children's clothing market?
- Start with one changing booth for every 20 to 30 shoppers expected at the busiest time. For a small market, one booth may be enough; larger markets should use at least two and place them where signs make them easy to find.
- What should I prepare for payments at a children's clothing market?
- Set up one clearly marked payment point with a cash register, cash box and money counting machine if payments are handled centrally. Exchange cash before opening and check the equipment and power supply at least 30 minutes beforehand.
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