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How to Sell Tom Clark Gnomes

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Dr. Tom Clark is a former religious art professor from North Carolina who turned his hobby of sculpting clay gnomes into a world-renowned company. His figurines have become collectors’ items throughout the world. You can sell collectible Tom Clark gnomes as an individual through online or personal sources or become a dealer and sell his most recent collections.

Sign Up and Sell Retail

Countless stores throughout the United States and abroad sell Tom Clark Gnomes. Permission to sell the sculptures comes through Cairn Studios, of which Dr. Clark is the lead artist. To become a dealer of Tom Clark figurines and receive updates on the latest collections, go to the Cairn Studios website and register with a user name and password. You must agree to the terms of the company and provide your Retail Sales Tax I.D.

Go Live Online or In Person

Once you sign with Cairn Studios, you can set up a retail establishment strictly devoted to the Tom Clark gnomes, add the collections to your current stock of gift items, or set up a space at a weekend flea market. Create a website and sell hard-to-find collectibles as well as the latest pieces. Through Cairn, you will receive discounts ranging from 30 to 42 percent.

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Linda Ray is an award-winning journalist with more than 20 years reporting experience. She's covered business for newspapers and magazines, including the "Greenville News," "Success Magazine" and "American City Business Journals." Ray holds a journalism degree and teaches writing, career development and an FDIC course called "Money Smart."

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