Online bead and findings wholesaler

Independent jewelry makers, craft fair sellers, Etsy shop owners, small boutiques and bead stores.

You earn the margin between your bulk purchase price and your wholesale price, with minimum order sizes and repeat orders from regular buyers.

• Sourcing and negotiating with suppliers
• Inventory tracking and organizing
• Product photography and listings
• Customer service by email

• Check your state's rules on a seller's permit or resale certificate, and on collecting sales tax
• Buying wholesale from suppliers usually needs a resale certificate, so check each supplier's requirements
• Imported goods can be affected by customs duties and delays, so check costs before ordering
• Check jewelry safety rules on lead and cadmium content in materials, especially for items meant for children
• Check HOA or lease rules if storing stock at home
• Tying up cash in slow-moving stock is a risk, so start with small orders

Startup costs are typically around $1,500 to $7,500, depending on how much stock you buy and your website and packaging setup. These are estimates. Starting with small orders can help limit cash tied up in slow-moving stock.

Monthly revenue is typically around $500 to $5,000, depending on your range, pricing and how many makers and shops you reach. That is an estimate of revenue, not profit. Around 8 hours a week is a typical minimum.

Check your state's rules on a seller's permit, resale certificates and collecting sales tax. Also check customs duties on imported goods, safety rules on lead and cadmium in jewelry materials, and HOA or lease rules for storing stock at home.