How to Direct Buy From Custom Jewelry Suppliers

If you are a retailer or own a website that sells jewelry, you are probably wondering if there are custom jewelry suppliers that sell what you want to sell. Well, there are several of these companies around, and if you buy their jewelry directly, you can sell the most unique jewelry around at a discount price. Many of this custom jewelry is made over seas in countries like Thailand. It is not hard to obtain and can really improve your store's product line; here's how.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Computer
• Internet
• Wholesaler's guide

1. Find a custom jewelry supplier. Log in to a business directory like ThomasNet and search their listings for jewelry suppliers, or visit online suppliers directly. Either way you are bound to find a few to your liking (see Resources below).

2. Browse through the items for sale. They will offer everything from claddah rings to engagement rings, necklaces, bracelets and many more unique custom jewelry items.

3. Contact the suppliers with the jewelry items you want to buy and ask them for a catalog. Tell them about your store and what you plan to sell. Develop a relationship with them.

4. Purchase your jewelry from the supplier using the payment method the supplier prefers. Many will accept payments by credit card or even Paypal. Whatever their method of payment is, be sure to follow it to a tee. Always follow their payment and ordering instructions.

5. Learn more about the industry and the supply chains by doing your own research. Visit the various trade shows that are held all over the world in places like Hong Kong and Rhode Island, featuring hundreds of jewelry manufacturers. It is a great place to make connections and see new types of jewelry (see Resources below).

Tips & Warnings

• Finding the right sources is very important. Some manufacturers have better quality jewelery while others offer more enticing designs. You want to be sure your source can deliver the items as promised and they are made of high-quality materials. So ask about their construction, what materials they use and find out from other retailers you know, if they have ever used them before.
• Sources overseas can charge a lot to ship your items, and sometimes large suppliers only ship in very large quantities. Find the right resource for your size store, and always make sure they are reputable. Buying from overseas suppliers may leave you open to fraud or responsible for lost or damaged orders, and there may be no one to help you recoup your losses.

Resources

• A jewelry direct supplier
• Global sources offers custom jewelry
• ThomasNet directory of custom jewelry manufacturers
• Another jewelry supplier
• A Jewelry trade show