Jewellery Sales

[snowgoose]

Hi, i make a design various jewellery as a hobby, and i would like to start selling it.

Im just wondering how this would be done best?

Would it be better to make the items then take pictures and sell them or make custom designs as per customers requirements?

Both have pros and cons, im just wondering which you think would work best, or a mix of both?

Thanks

Jake

[Online Super Sale]

I think you should have a product line but also offer a custom service. That way you can target both needs.

[more freedom]

Jake, if you go with the custom designs as per customers requirements, then what happens is that you will become a self employeed person. You might have working per hour rate.

If you sell the items to general public, you will then have a chance to build a business, and become a BIG business owner..

[snowgoose]

i think i might go with both options, that way i will hopefully win both ways instead of just one.

[snowgoose]

Im initially going to start selling just neclaces and bracelets, but will start making earings later.

just wondering what everything thinks is a good number of items to make before selling anything?

[Online Super Sale]

You could also distribute your items to stores, find stores that could be interested in purchasing large quantities. If you expose your brand to many different stores you can expect more traffic to your own store. For example, when I find an item at a store, I go to the original manufacturers website be it a store or not for some investigation.

[meaghannf]

You could start by making a small ebay store. That way you can get an idea of the sort of prices that people are willing to pay, and get some word out about your products.

[rogercbryan]

This is a good idea. There are more buyers on eBay then in any one single market. Do you have a portfolio of your designs? What is your price point (low, med, high)? Are you planning on doing volume or single custom units? I run a few wholesale auctions. I'd love to see what you have... send me some pics w/ prices... rogercbryan at gmail

You could start by making a small ebay store. That way you can get an idea of the sort of prices that people are willing to pay, and get some word out about your products.

[snowgoose]

as of yet iv not got any pictures or any kind of portfolio, hopefully i will set one up in the new year.Price point im not sure of yet and i think i would have to do single custom units or matching sets of necklace,bracelet and earings.

[SVargo]

May I just ask, because I got a little curious. How do you create necklaces, armbands, etc? I know with stones and stuff, but how? ;P

[rogercbryan]

Do you need any suppliers for gems and jewel stones?

as of yet iv not got any pictures or any kind of portfolio, hopefully i will set one up in the new year.Price point im not sure of yet and i think i would have to do single custom units or matching sets of necklace,bracelet and earings.

[snowgoose]

SVargo - Beadage - Make Beaded Jewelry - Free Beading Patterns, Instructions, and Projects , thats a good site

and Roger i have actually been looking for a wholesaler of glass beads in the uk but with no luck. If you know anyone or can help in any way, please feel free

[Aletheides]

Get a product line. To start off with, make 100 different items then survey your target market on which items they like the best. Mass produce and sell the top items.

[rogercbryan]

SVargo - Beadage - Make Beaded Jewelry - Free Beading Patterns, Instructions, and Projects , thats a good site

and Roger i have actually been looking for a wholesaler of glass beads in the uk but with no luck. If you know anyone or can help in any way, please feel free

I have access to emeralds, rubies, and other precious gems. What are you looking for?

[snowgoose]

Hi Roger

Do you have a price list of everything you could get or not, as it would be easier for me just to browse a list.

Also does anyone think i shoud get a few other jewellery makers in on this so we have a wider product range or just go it alone?

Jake