Today's Tip comes from Julie
An answer to the lady that is selling her jewelry in the beauty shop and why it's not selling like it did in the beginning.....
It's most likely not you or your work.
Enthusiasm and product information are the key components in selling anything. Even though the beauty shop is getting a percentage, it's not what they are familiar with. They can't answer questions about your creations, either. I am sure they don't mind selling it, but it's not personal to them like it is to you. Now that you have had some success, build on it. Show your jewelry to everyone. Give everyone a business card. Even consider registering with "Square Up" and sell right on the spot with a credit card if you have an IPhone or an Andriod smart phone.
GO FOR IT!!!
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Preston Reuther
Master Wire Sculptor
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Preston’s Tip of the Day for Friday 20 January – WireJewelryBootcamp.com
Today's Tip comes from Sarah
Hi Preston, I have been receiving your daily tip newsletter for a while and I am thinking about joining your bootcamp. I am a designer with my own online business but would like to learn wire working skills to enhance my designs. My question is, if I join the bootcamp is there a big investment on supplies? I already own most tools and findings etc. Also, how exactly does the bootcamp work? I look forward to hearing back from you. Sincerely, Sarah Barnes
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Preston Reuther
Master Wire Sculptor
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Hi Preston, I have been receiving your daily tip newsletter for a while and I am thinking about joining your bootcamp. I am a designer with my own online business but would like to learn wire working skills to enhance my designs. My question is, if I join the bootcamp is there a big investment on supplies? I already own most tools and findings etc. Also, how exactly does the bootcamp work? I look forward to hearing back from you. Sincerely, Sarah Barnes
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Preston Reuther
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Preston’s Tip of the Day for Thursday 19 January – WireJewelryBootcamp.com
Today's Tip comes from Linda
TIP FROM LINDA BARTON - I was struggling one day trying to figure out just how much wire I needed for a newly created necklace. In my drawing I had numerous large to small swirls that my cloth tape measure would work on. I got into my years old craft drawer and pulled out a few pipe cleaner and attached a couple together. I was able to duplicate the length of wire including the swirls by bending the pipe cleaners around and around, marked where the swirl was to end then straightened out the pipe cleaners, measured them and started all over again with another part of my drawing. Worked great and re-usable. I guess it's my version of a Red Neck tool!
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Preston Reuther
Master Wire Sculptor
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TIP FROM LINDA BARTON - I was struggling one day trying to figure out just how much wire I needed for a newly created necklace. In my drawing I had numerous large to small swirls that my cloth tape measure would work on. I got into my years old craft drawer and pulled out a few pipe cleaner and attached a couple together. I was able to duplicate the length of wire including the swirls by bending the pipe cleaners around and around, marked where the swirl was to end then straightened out the pipe cleaners, measured them and started all over again with another part of my drawing. Worked great and re-usable. I guess it's my version of a Red Neck tool!
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Preston Reuther
Master Wire Sculptor
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Preston’s Tip of the Day for Wednesday 18 January – WireJewelryBootcamp.com
Today's Tip comes from VALARIE
Here's a marketing tip: If you have kids in soccer, ballet, cheer-leading or any other sport, take some wire to practice and make yourself a name pendant that says "soccer mom" or something of that sort. The fact that you are doing something will interest other parents, and you will get orders like crazy (especially if gifts for that sport are hard to find, like ice-skating). Also, check into the competitions for that sport. some sports have vendors on the sidelines, and believe me, wire names will be something different! Even if you don't have kids, maybe you can support a favorite nephew or niece!
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Preston Reuther
Master Wire Sculptor
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Here's a marketing tip: If you have kids in soccer, ballet, cheer-leading or any other sport, take some wire to practice and make yourself a name pendant that says "soccer mom" or something of that sort. The fact that you are doing something will interest other parents, and you will get orders like crazy (especially if gifts for that sport are hard to find, like ice-skating). Also, check into the competitions for that sport. some sports have vendors on the sidelines, and believe me, wire names will be something different! Even if you don't have kids, maybe you can support a favorite nephew or niece!
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http://www.wirejewelrybootcamp.com/public/47.cfm?tip=1370
Preston Reuther
Master Wire Sculptor
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Preston’s Tip of the Day for Tuesday 17 January – WireJewelryBootcamp.com
Today's Tip comes from Donna Stankavich
Tip: A great way to keep your contact info in your customers' hands...affix YOUR ADDRESS LABEL to the bottom of the gift box or jewelry box in which you presented with the purchased item inside! I have found that most customers keep the box if it is nice, so why not help them remember where they bought the jewelry? You can make and print your own self-sticking labels like I did, or order them with your name, web address, email address, and phone number. I have received repeat business this way and customers also thanked me for giving them a permanent way to remember without having to search for my card. Happy New Year!
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Preston Reuther
Master Wire Sculptor
www.wirejewelrybootcamp.com
Tip: A great way to keep your contact info in your customers' hands...affix YOUR ADDRESS LABEL to the bottom of the gift box or jewelry box in which you presented with the purchased item inside! I have found that most customers keep the box if it is nice, so why not help them remember where they bought the jewelry? You can make and print your own self-sticking labels like I did, or order them with your name, web address, email address, and phone number. I have received repeat business this way and customers also thanked me for giving them a permanent way to remember without having to search for my card. Happy New Year!
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Preston Reuther
Master Wire Sculptor
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Preston’s Tip of the Day for Monday 16 January – WireJewelryBootcamp.com
Today's Tip comes from Deborah
I recently worked a deal at a local salon with very high traffic. The first 3 wks I sold quite a few pieces. My first time selling to the public so I was very encouraged,even acquired a few special orders unfortunately the last 2 weeks I sold very little and am wondering what happened?? The salon of course took a % but I feel my prices were not out of line with current market prices of jewelry. What happened??
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Preston Reuther
Master Wire Sculptor
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I recently worked a deal at a local salon with very high traffic. The first 3 wks I sold quite a few pieces. My first time selling to the public so I was very encouraged,even acquired a few special orders unfortunately the last 2 weeks I sold very little and am wondering what happened?? The salon of course took a % but I feel my prices were not out of line with current market prices of jewelry. What happened??
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http://www.wirejewelrybootcamp.com/public/47.cfm?tip=1349
Preston Reuther
Master Wire Sculptor
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Preston’s Tip of the Day for Sunday 15 January – WireJewelryBootcamp.com
Today's Tip comes from Rose
I have a small dog and she eats the dog food that comes in small plastic containers. I save them, and use them for parts and pieces. they stack, so all the parts can be kept together. I use a dinner tray and have enought room on it for several projects at a time. I can pick it up and have everthing I need to work on projects in differant areas.
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Preston Reuther
Master Wire Sculptor
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I have a small dog and she eats the dog food that comes in small plastic containers. I save them, and use them for parts and pieces. they stack, so all the parts can be kept together. I use a dinner tray and have enought room on it for several projects at a time. I can pick it up and have everthing I need to work on projects in differant areas.
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http://www.wirejewelrybootcamp.com/public/47.cfm?tip=1357
Preston Reuther
Master Wire Sculptor
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Preston’s Tip of the Day for Saturday 14 January – WireJewelryBootcamp.com
Today's Tip comes from Francine
My tip: I have small note cards I include when packaging the item which I use to write a short note about the origin of the gemstones and what inspired me to create the piece. Customers love this especially if the item they're purchasing is a gift.
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Preston Reuther
Master Wire Sculptor
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My tip: I have small note cards I include when packaging the item which I use to write a short note about the origin of the gemstones and what inspired me to create the piece. Customers love this especially if the item they're purchasing is a gift.
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Preston Reuther
Master Wire Sculptor
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Preston’s Tip of the Day for Friday 13 January – WireJewelryBootcamp.com
Today's Tip comes from Joan
Preston, how is dead soft wire made that way? I know that working wire will harden it, but I don't know how it can be made "softer."
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Preston Reuther
Master Wire Sculptor
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Preston, how is dead soft wire made that way? I know that working wire will harden it, but I don't know how it can be made "softer."
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Preston Reuther
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Preston’s Tip of the Day for Thursday 12 January – WireJewelryBootcamp.com
Today's Tip comes from Michelle
To display earrings at a show try getting some foam core from the craft store. paint it black and mount it inside a frame. Then, you can just stick the earrings in the foam core for a lovely display.
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Preston Reuther
Master Wire Sculptor
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To display earrings at a show try getting some foam core from the craft store. paint it black and mount it inside a frame. Then, you can just stick the earrings in the foam core for a lovely display.
Get the answer to today's tip at:
http://www.wirejewelrybootcamp.com/public/47.cfm?tip=1211
Preston Reuther
Master Wire Sculptor
www.wirejewelrybootcamp.com