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How to use various types of seed beads for making beaded jewelry; get expert tips and advice on homemade jewelry making techniques in this free instructional video series.

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10 29th, 2008

I would like to sell jewelry online for free. Notice I’m a teenager therefore I do not have a credit card to sign up with paypal or anything like that. So what would be the best payment method for me, if I do find a site.
how will i advertise if i get my own website

I am currently rebuilding my website. i’d be happy to include your items in my online store. We would accept the orders and forward the orders and payments to you. If you email me I’ll give you more information. It won’t cost you anything to get set up with us, so don’t worry about that. As far as paypal, do you have a checking account? I could help you on getting set up with paypal also, as that is how we would forward your payments, but you do not need to have a credit card. Email me, we’ll talk more about it.



Disney Mickey 14kt Yellow Gold Bead Stud Earrings Disney Jewelry

Enjoy these Disney Mickey  Earr ings made in 14kt Gold ! A trio of polished beads forms the familiar silhouette of everyone’s favorite mouse. The larger bead is Mickey’ s face; the two smaller beads represent his ears. Comes In a Disney Mickey Gift Box! -Each stud measures 1/4 x 1/4 -Post and clutch (for pierced ears only) -Hand polished -Made in US Disney Jewelry

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I am trying to get some form of demographic information before I re-vamp my web-site for my craft business. All of our items are 100% hand-crafted and we have had to slow down on our powwow traveling so I am trying to get more business via the internet. I am looking for retail and wholesale business as I am able to run the biz full-time while my husband is working.

So, without giving out too much personal information, could people please check out my site and then give me general age, gender, and rough income amount so I have a general idea of our pricing structure. Also give me any input or advice that you may have.

www.geocites.com/wigwamcrafts
I had a typo, the correct address is www.geocities.com/wigwamcrafts - sorry about that.

Also, the reason many have their prices high has to do with the fact most of the work is done one piece at a time, not through mass production. I hope this helps.
A comment was made in one of the answers regarding the IACA which I wish to respond to. Because I don't have a federally reconized card, I have a disclaimer on my site stating that our crafts are made in the style of our ancestors. I never said that these items are Native American made but I am a proud descendent. Also regarding where I live, I have a good friend who is full-blood Lakota who lives just over the TN/ Alabama border who went to school in Knoxville, TN. Because of his area of residence, is he supposed to not claim his heritage? Native American is more than just blood line, it is in the heart. Thank you for responding though.

Just went to your site and it's no longer there. Can you give me another link?

I do have one bit advice for you however and that would be to look for a cheap webhosting site as having your business on a free geocities site is unprofessional. Customers have to trust a business to send it money and if you are on a free site, they may think you are a fly by nighter.

I'm not trying to be rude as you are just starting out you proberly weren't aware of that. Good luck with your business.



10 26th, 2008

Bead Designer Jewelry Kit

Beads abound in this design centerComplete with over 1,000 richly colored glass seed and plush beads, this kit is sure to entrall any jewelry loverComes with a wooden sorter and slotted tray that makes it easy to keep tools and materials organizedCreate knotted necklaces, stretchy bracelets, earrings and moreKit includes cords, metal wire, earring hooks, clasps, jump rings and illustrated instructions

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I want to make simple jewlery. Necklaces, earings and etc. Email me with your favorite sites. Thanks!

Try the about.com website. They have all different kinds of subsites, including several devoted to crafting. See if they have something under 'jewelry' or under 'beading.'



Velvet Jewelry Boxbeautiful Hand Embroidered Beaded

This exquisite box, crafted through a special process relives the Moghul era. The gorgeous pattern is hand embroidered with gold threads. This exquisite piece of art takes years of expertise and hours of handwork to be produced in its original and authentic form. With semblance to a legacy from the ancestors, this gift creates a relationship that will last through generations.

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I use lamp-work focal beads with crystals, glass beads and sterling silver. I'd like to target the higher-end market. Any ideas??
I've thought about "Trinkets and treasures", but wonder if it accurately describes the "higher end" market I'm trying to reach.

This article covers a number of issues you may want to consider when choosing a name.

How to Select a Company and Product Name - http://www.developer-resource.com/how-to-select-a-company-name.htm

You may also want to find a name that will define your unique selling proposition and convey that all pieces are unique or handmade.

Goodluck




Etsy is a good place to sell original, handmade products: http://www.etsy.com/
Selling on Etsy FAQs: http://www.etsy.com/faq_selling.php



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Strait drilled Peridot Pears. 15″ Strand packaging, grade B. Treatment: None. Measures 8mm x 4mm.

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