There are different markets in jewelry, depending on the age of the customers you are targeting, their gender, their style and also the message your jewelry is sending. Depending on that, you have to make choices about the kind of items you buy and their quality, and thus adapt your budget of jewelry making according to the price you are going to sell your jewelry to.
Sun Enterprises is one of the biggest wholesaler of jewelry components in the world, therefore we provide the adequate items to each category of customers from low budgets to high ones.
This blog aims to help you make jewelry on a budget.
First of all, for the main material of your jewelry here is what you need to know:
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Leather cords is good quality and not too expensive, so it can be used to make jewelry on a budget in the shape of round cords or flat Nappa. However, if you want to lower the cost of your product, synthetic leather, also called vegan leather, can be a good option. It looks like leather and is resistant, but it isn’t made of skin so it is more affordable.
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Waxed cotton cords is a popular material too for jewelry making. It is resistant and waterproof, and easy to use to create bracelets. Plus, it is very affordable.
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Silk is also a good choice. Silk cords are not expensive and allow you to make delicate and sweet designs for necklaces and bracelets.
For the metal parts of your jewelry, you have some options. Steel can be expensive, therefore other metals can be used for chains, locks, clasps and findings. For instance, brass is a good choice for good looking jewelry at small prices. Same goes for zamak. These two materials aren’t water resistant, so you must be careful not to swim, take showers or do extreme physical activities with your jewelry. But it is still good quality, as it is not bad for the skin and good-looking. You can even plate it with silver or gold for more luxurious designs.
Now you have all the tips to make nice jewelry on a budget!
