Recently I beaded two anklets and I’m pounding my head against the wall wondering what I should do. It’s summer in South Florida so local galleries and boutiques have seen a drastic drop in business and, as far as my etsy shop goes, well I could list sterling silver beads and findings all day long and they’d sell like hot cakes ... as long as I list them for almost what I purchased them for ! If I list my jewelry it sits there ignored and no one even gives it a heart. So what to do ?
Photo above ... I beaded this from #11 Delica seed beads in Cobalt blue and Gold adding a picot trim in #15 cobalt blue Charlotte beads. Wire heart and extender chain are also handcrafted by me and links are embellished with light cobalt blue firepolished Czech glass 3 mm beads. Measures 9.5 to 10 inches depending upon which link is used for the 14k gold filled spring clasp. Price $16 (includes shipping and handling.)
Photo below ... Sunflowers. I love sunny, summer sunflowers and I had some pretty matte green Toho glass seed beads that were in the perfect shade of those big, green sunflower leaves. So using bright yellow seed beads and a glass seed bead color called Rainbow Rootbeer, I beaded a row of happy sunflowers against a lush green background. It reminds me of the fields of sunflower we drove past as we crossed the state of Kansas. My handcrafted clasp is made from a perky yellow glass disc bead and has 3 beaded rings that measures from 9 to 10 inches. The last ring is embellished with a pale yellow glass teardrop bead. Price $14 (includes shipping and handling)
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If anyone is interested you can contact me either through my blog profile or my etsy shop AlmostPrecious and I'd be happy to list it specially for you.
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They are AWESOME!!!! I know things seem a bit rough right now but with gorgeousness like that sales should pick up! Hugs and Happy Sales wishes!
ReplyDeleteThese anklets are wonderful! Sales are starting to slow down in my shop as well right now. Maybe that means we need to enjoy the summer too. :)
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They are adorable! You really did a nice job on the photos too. Chin up! Hoping you sales soar! (Do you have one to fit a cankle? lol)
ReplyDeleteYou do such beautiful work I wish I was a wealthy woman because I'd buy all your pieces. I've always felt a connection to your style, someday when I'm rich & famous & on the red carpet they'll ask who I'm wearing and I'll tell them its your necklace my friend :-) Sending out happy vibes for many sales soon!! Stay cool down there!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty!!! Love the green one. Etsy seems to be very slow lately...wishing it picks up for you very soon. :-)
ReplyDeleteThese are like the most beautiful things I have seen in FOREVER!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteMandy you made me laugh. I think we read the same comic strip this morning; "Pickles". :D
ReplyDeleteThey are so pretty and summery! I used to have a wardrobe of anklets I wore every summer. I hope sales pick up for you. I know how frustrating it is!
ReplyDeleteHi Anna :)
ReplyDeleteYour work is beautiful. The prices are great. Etsy has been very slow for me too the past month :(
I hope you sell your lovely anklets soon.
Have a lovely Evening, T. :)
These are super cute!
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely beaded anklets! You've inspired me to make anklets for myself....only the weather here is not cooperating!
ReplyDeleteWow I love the anklets! ...and your blog as well. I am your newest follower!
ReplyDeletethose are gorgeous! i would love to wear them around my wrist so i can show off while writing on white board ♥
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they are awesome, great job!
ReplyDeleteI love your style!
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You aren't alone - love these! I am actually thinking of closing up for the summer - haven't decided - my shop went south after they changed the forims on Etsy and never came back.
ReplyDeleteSOOO pretty! I want to learn how to do this! Very cool
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