Comments on: My Wire Rings Don’t Sell

By: JOJO

JOJO — Sat, 07 Nov 2020 03:13:50 +0000

Since covid, online sites, such as etsy, depot, etc, really come in handy. I just started posting on them last night and I already have 4 sales, and for just starting online, that’s not bad. Best of luck to you all!

By: Sisi

Sisi — Tue, 04 Feb 2020 14:29:21 +0000

In reply to Carolyn. Try selling stainless steel and you’ll have a lot of people coming back for more! Stainless steel is practically like real gold because it lasts for years, only that the gold colour dulls a little bit, but it still glistens gold in the sun!

By: Sisi

Sisi — Tue, 04 Feb 2020 14:27:26 +0000

In reply to Janet. Really? Only five? Because I sell stainless steel rings and sell about 20-30 a day, right on my university campus

By: Katrina

Katrina — Sat, 31 Dec 2016 00:08:20 +0000

I recently started making rings, and I’ve had success with them. I keep my prices around the $10 to $20 range, (some have gems in them) and so far I’ve been successful in selling them. I also have simpler rings in the $5 range, and they also have been good sellers. Rings are a nice niche to have, because not a lot of people know how to make them,and they will always get a lot of attention. Also they are easy to try on and wear so people love them. At least that’s been my experience.

By: Jeanne

Jeanne — Thu, 02 Apr 2015 22:35:57 +0000

I sell lots of my $10 simple wire rings. I make them in copper, silver plate and silver filled. The silver plate do seem to sell the best with the copper a close second. I also often add on’t a bead or crystal… During the summer I usually sell at least 10 per show. I’m not sure why they don’t sell as well in early spring and in fall. My current theory is that summer is best because it’s an inexpensive, personal impulse buy they can put right on their finger. In spring people are thinking about gifts… Mother’s Day…Father’s Day… and rings are not usually bought as gifts because of fitting issues. In the Fall people are thinking about winter…gloves …not so good for rings. So, I make lots for the summer shows.

By: Judith

Judith — Wed, 01 Apr 2015 03:27:38 +0000

If you mostly sell painted items, why not add some color to the rings? Not sure what technique would work best, but for $3-5, it hardly matters. People are not going to expect something permanent. Colors would make them more attractive to kids too.

By: Catherine Franz

Catherine Franz — Tue, 31 Mar 2015 20:52:03 +0000

There are so many factors to consider on why something doesn’t sell. Here’s a short list:
1. Type of show
2. Weather
3. Type of customers
4. Your price
5. Placement
6. Do they look cheap and you are selling too high. I find many wire rings look just to cheap so I stopped making them.

The like the idea of the placement ideas mentioned by others earlier. Also the 3 ring price set up. In other words, up-selling with discounts.

By: Sue Shade

Sue Shade — Tue, 31 Mar 2015 18:15:25 +0000

I keep my wire rings in an area that makes it easy for people to try them on. That seems to help them sell for me.

By: Carolyn

Carolyn — Tue, 31 Mar 2015 16:03:00 +0000

My wire rings sell very well. I put a sign by the ring display that states “1 for $5, 2 for $9, 3 for $12” and they sell in groups because most people want a good deal. The sign also states the material, such as copper, brass, and blends. The display is on a table at the front of my booth, where people see the display and sign quickly when they are just strolling buy. Knowing that my prices are low, it draws them in to see other pieces I have.

By: Sandi

Sandi — Tue, 31 Mar 2015 15:13:24 +0000

I think it comes down to a personal thing – people will either like them or not. And if they’re priced too low, there is no perceived value. I would add some hammering and texturing to liven then up, antique some to bring out highlights, and up the price. Try some other upscale looking display for them. Good luck!!

By: Janet

Janet — Tue, 31 Mar 2015 13:29:20 +0000

I keep my wire rings by the till with a sign to indicate handwired. I usually sell 5 or so each show. My price is so low that people can’t resist .

By: Sarah Swint

Sarah Swint — Tue, 31 Mar 2015 11:48:50 +0000

I make wire wrapped button rings and have been in your shoes. Sometimes it doesn't matter since it's not the "right" customers at that show. I have now used black jewelry trays and filled them with rice. The contrast of the ring and white rice is stunning. Plus since my rings can't be destroyed easily, children will put their fingers in it (sensory), with a mom scolding them, then she will take an interest. So far it has worked. I have repeat customers for shows I return to and that really makes me . Hope this helps!