Ok, so I need some suggestions. In our search for a little extra cash, I've decided to start making and selling beaded jewelry. This is not something I ever thought I would do or would even actually like to do but.... I LOVE IT! It all started when I was given a necklace that belonged to Levi's Aunt Kay who just recently passed away. It was a silver pendant on a long silver chain. I loved the pendant but wanted a different chain so I thought that I could make a couple different beaded necklaces in such a way that I could switch out the pendant. I've only gotten one necklace made but here is what I came up with...
When I got finished making this one I thought "hey that looks pretty good!" and then it hit me...YOU COULD SELL THESE! I've already had the opportunity to make some ID badge holders for my sister's teaching team and that only got me more excited about starting this new little venture. Here are a few of those pictures...
Now, what I need suggestions on are a name for this little "business" and an idea on price. Now that you have seen some of it, what do you think I should charge? I know it's kind of a strange request but really I have no idea. I've seen some on the Internet for anywhere from $15.00 to $60.00. Anyway, I'd really appreciate any one's input and I'll be sure to keep you all posted!
I'm off to clean the house so I can make some more necklaces without feeling guilty that the house is a mess!
4 comments:
I love them! I don't have suggestions for prices, but I have a website to suggest: www.etsy.com. It's like e-bay for home-made stuff. You may have heard of it, but I hadn't until Candas told me about it. She is starting a business (Urban Baby Company) and she got her mom to go on Etsy, too, selling jewelry like you are making. You can probably get pricing suggestions by searching Etsy, and maybe some business/selling suggestions from Candas. Good luck!
Ooo, I didn't even think of Etsy! Good call Melyn!
The girls LOVED your lanyards. I'll make sure they advertise. :)
I worked with a teacher that made this kind of jewelry and sold it. I bought several things from her. The only one I can remember price for was the name braclet I bought. It has Sara and Chris> on a double strand braclet. I paid $25 for it. I think her single braclets without names were like $15. Good luck with is venture! They look great. How about your blog name crossing over to your business.....Lucy
Very cool! I'm actually in need of a lanyard for my school keys. If I don't wear them, I lose them! Anyway, I've looked around and can't seem to find one I like and am curious as to if you would be able to make one and at what cost. Let me know!
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