Daisy Chain Clothing Blog

What should your child wear to daycare or preschool? Our Australian parent's checklist covers how many clothes you need, spare outfits, messy play, toilet training, summer, winter and more.

How many clothes does your child actually need? Learn how to build a practical secondhand wardrobe on a budget, with example wardrobes for daycare, preschool and primary-school children.

Looking for secondhand baby and children's clothes in Hobart? From major op-shop clusters in Moonah and Glenorchy to the CBD, Eastern Shore, Marketplace and online retailers, here's where to look.

Looking for secondhand baby and children's clothes on the Central Coast? From dedicated kids' markets and Peninsula op shops to Gosford, Wyong, Marketplace and online retailers, here's where to look.

Looking for secondhand baby and children's clothes in Geelong? From a dedicated baby and kids' market and preloved boutique to op-shop clusters, Marketplace and online retailers, here's where to look.

Looking for secondhand baby and children's clothes in Wollongong? From dedicated kids' markets and CBD op shops to Illawarra charity stores, Marketplace and online retailers, here's where to look.

Looking for secondhand baby and children's clothes on the Sunshine Coast? From local preloved sellers and op-shop trails to Marketplace, markets and online retailers, here's where to look.

Looking for secondhand baby and children's clothes in Newcastle? From specialist kids' op shops and preloved markets to charity shops, Marketplace and online retailers, here's where to look.

Looking for secondhand baby and children's clothes in Canberra? From specialist preloved stores and op shops to Goodies Junction, Marketplace, markets and online retailers, here's where to look.

Looking for secondhand baby and children's clothes on the Gold Coast? From specialist kids' op shops and preloved stores to charity shops, Marketplace, markets and online retailers, here's where to look.

Not all signs of wear make secondhand children's clothing a bad buy. Learn what to check before buying, from stains and thinning fabric to elastic, zippers, seams, swimwear and safety labels.

Which children's clothes make the most sense to buy secondhand? We look at jackets, baby sleeping bags, premium knitwear, occasionwear, baby clothes and everyday playwear - and what to check before you buy.