For local bargain hunters in search of a good deal, this Friday, March 5th is your lucky day.

That's when Three Sisters Consignment will begin hosting its bi-annual spring consignment sale.

Since 2005, this local group of ladies - sisters to be exact - has operated under a mission of making something new out of something old.

"The sale has really grown legs of its own," says Molly Deason, one-third of this group of three sisters.

"The three of us always wanted to own a children's boutique, but I'm a veterinarian and my sisters are full-time teachers, so that just wasn't an option."

Next best thing? Organize a group of friends, collect some really great children's items and get the word out.

Five years later, the sale has grown so popular that the sisters moved it to the Highlands Oaks Church of Christ. It's got just the right amount of space and is a convenient location for all their LH regulars.

"Lake Highlands is made up of an incredible group of intelligent women," says Deason. "These are ladies who love a great deal when they find one!"

It's a good deal for consignors, as well as bargain hunters. According to Deason the average consignor can expect a 70% return on their sold items. And if they're interested in earning more, volunteering at the sale will earn them 75%.

Sadie Brackin was introduced to the sale three years ago, following the birth of her daughter.

"The sale I went to was at the baptist church in Old Lake Highlands and was walking distance from my house," says Sadie. "As a new mom, I was curious to see what all the consignment buzz was about."

Once she experienced it first-hand, she was hooked.

"I called my husband and told him to bring the car because I was about to rack up. I was literally blown away by everything they had at the sale - and the prices were great!"

She's volunteered and consigned at every sale since.

"We really couldn't do it without our volunteers," says Deason. "They help me more than I can say, and writing those big consignor checks is really something I enjoy."

So what becomes of those clothes and toys that might not sell? They go to families in need, courtesy of the Care & Share Ministry at Highland Oaks.

"Some of the donations will also go to Still Waters Ministry and a few will go directly to children enrolled at RISD elementary schools who have immediate needs," adds Deason.

"We recently learned of a local student who lost almost everything in a house fire," she says. "The donations from the sale will help clothe her and her sister for the spring and summer!"

So mark your calendar for this Friday, March 5th. The sale opens to the public at 8:00 a.m. The pre-sale on Thursday night is for volunteers and consignors only. But, don't worry, if that doesn't include you, your next opportunity to participate is only a few short months away.

For complete details, including information about the half-price sale on Saturday, visit their website at http://www.threesistersconsignments.com.

Highlands Oaks Church of Christ is located at 10805 Walnut Hill Lane, just east of Plano Road in Lake Highlands.