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I sold 2 things on e-bay.. 2 sport plaques... I think the highest bid I got was 25 dollars but it was like 15 to ship so i only made 10 dollars but it was worth it!! Good luck |
Thanks guys. Kristy, what types of things did you list? I'm just real hesitant about this. This is what really discourages me, check this out: http://cgi.ebay.com/S-SILVER-FW-PEAR...QQcmdZViewItem Did you notice the item location? Yep, China. I can't make my items that cheap. |
I have seen little dog outfits for like $5 and I can't believe my eyes, but they are from China. I can't compete with that either. But I try to make items that are different so people might want my items. Competition is bad on ebay. There are so many people that will copy you and sell it for cheaper. That sucks! That's why a website of your own is so much better. But it's just the advertising part that I hate and for the most part why I haven't gotton mine going yet. |
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I've also listed 5 or so handmade items (jewelry for people and dogs). I've only sold one :( |
Kristy, I'm the same way. I think they'd sell but would they really??? Can you tell I second guess myself till I fall down exhausted, say "forget it" and go eat some chocolate??? I know, I'm pathetic! Jodi, it sounds to me like you're ready for a website. If I had the business that you do I think I'd go for it. |
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Yeah that has become the problem. That is what I was talkign about. Fees have gone up & competition has increased. There is alot of dog clothes made in china that people sell on ebay for dirt cheap that competes with me & Jodi but like she said some people will actually want quality items from a seller they trust. Like us you will be offering unique one of a kind items and people like that. |
Shana, I really appreciate your input. I'm with you guys. I've always wanted something that was unique. Something that's not available everywhere. You and Jodi have awesome things and I would not hesitate to recommend you guys to anyone looking for great stuff for pups! Boy, I gotta get a girl!!! Your girl things are tooooo cute!! |
I was thinkin about selling my jewelry on ebay, i didn't want to get tangled up in all the fees and stuff. So i just sell mine in my parents store. Some weekends i do really well. I have gotten in to custom jewelry a little bit, but i make it they say it's perfect and a week later they want it like 1/2" shorter, and i have to restring it all! They don't realize the work that goes into it! Hey my cousin sells her jewlery/ handmade clothes at little stores/boutiques in town. Maybe if there are any inyour area you could do that because she sells hers to the store then they mark it up so then she doesn't have to worry about it. Just a suggestion! |
Maybe for starters you can list a couple of pieces on here for sale and see if anyone bites. I don't know how admin would feel about it since it's not really yorkie related, but i know there were two or three pieces you posted that i liked. Just a thought. On the same thought I have a couple of things I'd love to sell on ebay but I'm terrified of the fees and such. That being said I have a pair of Low-rise Lucky jeans I don't wear anymore if anyone's interested PM me. |
It is also hard to find something on ebay , unless you know exactly how to describe it in the description,,,, ya know,,, if ya put bracelet in , you get millions.. and unless you enter jade/ silver/ bracelet... you wont find it,,, Its hard to find things you wouldn't normally be looking for... did i say that right?? :confused: |
Great ideas Sarah! You're a saint to be doing custom things. I have thought about taking some things to boutiques. I just haven't had the courage to do it yet. Man, I can totally relate to the term 'starving artist'. I'm compelled to create these things but it's just too expensive to just be a hobby. Especially when you work with semi-precious stones. I'd love to see some of your work. You're very lucky that you have a place to market your creations! Good luck with it! |
My work isn't that great since i don't have much of a budget! The people that buy them seem to like them. I don't use the expensive beads, because people don't understand why they cost so much (and they can't tell the diff) plus it's mostly kids that buy my stuff anyway, so i can sell em for a reasonable amount that they can afford($6 for a necklace and $3 for a bracelet). I get most of my beads from joanns and micheals, sometimes firemountain (love them). I wouldnt have the courage to go in to a store either. I'll try to take some pics of my stuff. BTW Your work is awesome! |
Beautiful work. Show us more, and maybe add some prices. Joy, Nikki :animal36 and Chloe Rose :rose: :good job: :star: :star: :bravo: |
Thank you! I know what you mean about people not understanding the expense of higher-end beads. I've just spoiled myself by using them. I love Fire Mountain too! I've ordered lots of things from them. I also love Hobby Lobby. And we have a little bead shop that carries really beautiful beads and crystals. But they're more expensive. Post pix if you can! |
1 Attachment(s) These are just three of my necklaces. I have like 10 of them! Simple to make! I like hobby lobby too, but they don't have much for beads ( that i like) i like their scrapbooking stuff though and thier sales! The only thing i don't like about custom stuff is the time line. then you have to get it done, where other times i just when i have time |
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