Luxury and Jewelry

I just turned 13 years old. I heard that my cousin who is one month younger than me opened up her own business by giving manicures/pedicures/and massages to family/friends and charging them money. I want to do the same thing, but I want to sell beaded bracelets that I make to friends, family, and people who just like beaded stuff. Are there any good websites that will teach me how to make my own little business? For free.
I appreciate all the good answers but I also need any good, free websites that can teach me or give me ideas on how to make my jewelry. I already have all the supplies: beads, wiring, ect. I can always buy a book, but I'd prefer the internet.

Ask your cousin what she did to start hers.

One thought comes to mind, tho - When someone buys a manicure they need one again in a week or so. But when someone buys a bracelet, they have a bracelet, and may not need to buy another. So your cousin has a business that generates repeat customers, which is a great plan.

Similar types of 'jobs' would be walking dogs, babysitting, etc., stuff that needs to be done over and over again, so you don't have to keep finding new customers.

That being said, if you love making jewelry, and want to see how it goes, you can figure out what to charge for the pieces by taking into consideration the cost of the supplies (beads, wire, findings, etc.) and adding something for your time making it. However, I would not recommend making too much of a financial investment until you see how well it goes.

good luck!

2007-08-12 18:24:13 by Sabrina

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I attended a beaded jewelry party at a co-workers house and I no longer work at that job (and only associated with this person at work). Now I need to get a bracelet that I bought adjusted and do not know the company that the lady went through. The consultant showed samples of jewelry made and selections of loose beads, toggles, tubes, etc. and the attendees got tray to arrange loose beads so that we essentially could design our own jewelry, using glass beads, puter beads, and different toggles, etc. Then the consultant would write down our design, sent off the order and the company would string up the jewelry for us to our specifications, then mail the jewelry to the hostess of the party. The items were custom fit. We were told we could send back our jewelry at any time to have sizing adjustments, etc. for a fee. Does anyone work for or know of this company? How could I get in touch with them?

Try this: http://ditybeads.com/index.php?UserName=beadesigner

http://www.luxejewels.com/

I hope this helps.

2007-06-24 04:48:55 by brehmermom

I make beaded jewelry (necklaces, bracelets, anklets, earrings, rings) and I just wanted some suggestions about color, style, length, sizes etc. thanks a lot
For this summer - popular colors and such

Hi! If you're looking for jewelry trends for the spring and summer, I think I can help. I have a web site that helps jewelry makes and designers market their creations. I've written several articles on jewelry trends for 2007.

The favored color this spring will be variations on the color blue with denim blue being particularly strong. You'll also see blues ranging from an aquatic shade to a deep aquamarine. The new blues will be paired with a variety of neutral shades due to the emphasis on natural and organic.

Surprisingly enough, you'll see black and white color combinations staying strong into the warm weather. In general colors will be more muted with grey undertones this season as opposed to the bright shades of the past. Think natural, neutral and muted.

Wood and stone beads will be popular this spring and summer which is consistent with the natural theme. Gold and goldtone beads will be strong along with highly textured metal jewelry in gold shades. Look for an emphasis on big chains combined with dramatic pendants as well as cuffed bracelets of all types.

You'll see alot of mixed metal jewelry with a variety of unusual finishes. Freshwater pearls will continue to be popular especially when paired with a variety of gemstone beads such as garnets, sapphires, and rubys.

As far as length and size, longer necklaces will be popular and will often be worn several at a time to create a more dramatic effect. Longer, drop earrings will remain in style, with those that incorporate gemstones being particularly popular.

Hope this helps a bit! Jewelry is always a challenge since the styles change so quickly. Best of luck to you with your jewelry making. :-)

Kristie
http://www.jewelry-marketing.com
http://www.squidoo.com/jewelrydesign

2007-04-14 23:16:15 by absolut_nixter

I am trying to make a beaded bracelet using elastic jewelry cord and normal knots just slip right out, even when double- or triple-knotted. What kind of knot can I tie or how can I make the knots stay?

The best way I've found to make them stay is to hot-glue the knot. You can also kind of melt them with a lighter; but the hot-glue trick really works best. :)

2008-01-05 18:51:29 by Monica

I am making and selling beaded jewelry, I just want to know what kind of wire/string or what would be good to use so it wont bust easy.

you need beadalon wire.

http://www.beadalon.com/

if you search for it on ebay you'll find good deals. The more strands, the more sturdy the bracelet.

2008-08-18 14:46:21 by Salina H