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Your Questions About Jewelry For Sale

May 2, 2012 · 0 comments

Richard asks…

Where can i find PLAN WHITE STUD Earrings?

Im looking for a website that sales jewelry. I want to buy a pair of Plan WHITE ALL WHITE nothing cubic Diamonds.Just WHITE earrings anyone know a website.

andre1 answers:

Ah, I think you should try Earrings Planet. This website has TONNES of earrings to choose from. And its relatively cheap too.

Http://www.earringsplanet.com/

Nancy asks…

Where is the best place to advertise Jewellery machinery for sale in the U.K.?

Sorry guys, what I meant is I have jewellery machinery and I wish to sell it, so where is the best place to advertise it.

andre1 answers:

Contact the world famous jewellery quarter in Birmingham.
If you google this, you should find what your looking for

Paul asks…

Help with advertising my new business?

I am starting a small business in jewelry. I design and create jewelry for sale. I also teach a class at my work in jewelry making. I have a website made and business cards but I want to become known more than I already am. I need advice on how to get started. I do let people know in my classes about my site and my ambitions but what else can I do? I would love to advertise online but doesn't that cost a lot of money? If anyone can guide me in the right direction I would be so appreciative.

andre1 answers:

I used to blow glass and i lived in New Orleans so i sold my pieces in the French Market this was good advertising i got many orders from repeat customers. Do you live in or near a large city? Many have artists markets monthly if not weekly flea and farmers markets. It will take research check the classifieds many markets advertise there also x-mas craft shows are good and maybe bring things to local boutiques and gallery's.

Sharon asks…

Can I claim Hair/nails for being salesperson or model for Jewelry business on taxes?

I'm going to be starting a direct sales Jewelry business with Lia Sophia jewelry company soon. I was told by one of the advisors that I could claim expenses for my computer room, hair, and nails because that counts as an expense for the business. Is this true? This is something totally new that I've never heard before.
I find that very off-setting that she gave me information like this. This is the person that wants me to join her sales team. Now, I'm really going to have a hard time trusting her. I have to find someone more trustworthy. Or is that possible?

andre1 answers:

I'm assuming your "advisor" is a person from the direct sales company. They're notorious for making up tax law. Pulling it from where the sun don't shine, and convincing their sales force of things that aren't true. It's an attempt to make the activity more attractive to the bottom rung of the pyramid than it really is.

No, you can't take those deductions.

Take these court cases, for example. Ask your advisor about Nicks vs. Commissioner. Yes, that's Stevie Nicks of Fleetwood Mac. She deducted expenses for her on-stage apparel, which is pretty elaborate and not something you'd expect to see on the street every day. The IRS disallowed the deduction, and more importantly, Tax Court upheld the IRS denial, even though with perspiration, etc., the clothing was not usable for more than one show. No deduction.

There was also a member of Elton John's band who wrote off expenses for clothing that was wild. The IRS disallowed the expense, and Tax Court upheld the no deduction finding.

The standard is whether an expense is "inherently personal." Haircuts and nails are inherently personal.

Also, don't get blinded by a company's twisted, convoluted accounting schemes. Often when I have clients in multi-level marketing, the company has so polluted the thinking, the business person can't say how much money they took in or how much money they paid out. "Here is my sales report. That's the retail, here's the discount factor, that's the runback overage. They said you'd know how to figure what my sales were."

In these situations I usually find myself pretending to take money off the desk and pretending to put it in my pocket (how much money did you bring in), and pretending to take money out of my pocket and put it on the desk (how much money did you pay out). After a while with a deer-in-the-headlights look, the client has to go back home and rework their books to figure out revenue and expenses.

You've never heard it before because it doesn't exist. Be skeptical about what they're telling you.

Betty asks…

where could I go to sell my ring.?

It's quite an expensive 3 carat gentlemens ring, that I would like to sell, but it seems like nobody buys rings. Is there like a broker for private party jewelry sales?

andre1 answers:

Don't take it to a pawn shop,they won't give you enough money to make it worth your time even going there, you might try running an add in your local newspaper or have you called any jewelry stores and ask if they buy rings.Good Luck.

Tags: Small business, Earrings Planet, Internal Revenue Service, lia sophia jewelry, ONline But

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Your Questions About Jewelry For Men

April 29, 2012 · 0 comments

Donald asks…

Custom men's jewelry casual ringsmith?

Im looking to get a casual wear men's ring for myself made of iridium palladium alloy, and black titanium, I haven't decided for sure the style but I might put an osmium, platinum, or silver core and get it engraved, does anyone know of a quality smith who is willing to work with such high temp melting metals?

andre1 answers:

Get it here; http://www.shimmerandstone.com/personalized-jewelry.html?gclid=CLCy3dL8x6oCFcR_5QodYCPZ2g

Sharon asks…

What is a good piece of jewelry for a man?

Specific sites recommended. I'm thinking a nice watch of some sort...not sure which one.

andre1 answers:

Www.fossil.com has a wide variety of nice watches at moderate prices!

Joseph asks…

Is it cool for a man to wear jewelry (necklaces, bracelets, etc.)?

I was just wondering what everyone's take was on men wearing jewelry especially braclets.

andre1 answers:

If you like it and can rock it, wear it. Who cares if anyone else thinks it's cool.

Laura asks…

Question about Rose's jewelry from Two and a Half Men?

If any of you watch that show i believe you have seen the necklace she wears often, and it's shaped as a butterfly. I've tried to look for it online or at a jewelry store but i can't seem to find anything similar.... I know it's an odd question but does anyone know where i can get the exact replica of her necklace?

andre1 answers:

I like the necklace too,however,i don't know where to buy this kind of jewelry.

Betty asks…

What kind of jewelry for a man is nice?

I want to get something different for my husband. He never wears anything other than his wedding ring. he is younger and doesn't wear any jewelry

andre1 answers:

I really like copper for a man. It's unique and it doesn't have the shiny gold jewelry appearance.

Http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23223990

Tags: nice watch, yahoo answers, Half Men, wide variety, Donald asks…Custom men

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Your Questions About Jewelry For Sale

April 21, 2012

Daniel asks…

What shops to sell my hemp jewelry at?

I make all kinds of jewelry for a living, and I don't know which shops to sell the jewelry to. I usually work on consignment with these shops, so they sell my jewelry and we both get a percent of the sale. I make hemp jewelry and leather jewelry, so which shops should I do this with?

*I already thought of hair salons, tanning salons and surf shops...any other ideas?

andre1 answers:

I have an online shop online on etsy.com, they only charge you 20 cents a listing and it stays in your shop for like 3 months. They keep a much smaller amount from your profit than ebay, plus it's just for handmade goods.

Mandy asks…

I need a new job, maybe sales, at least $2000 net a month, any ideas?

I live in a reasonably sized city(pop 250,000) and I am currently selling cars(for almost 3 years now). My bad months only net me $1500, I need at least $2000-2200 to take care of my cost of living (family of three). I was thinking of another sales position, like jewelry sales, I just need a slightly higher base wage, any ideas?

andre1 answers:

You don't need a new job. You need a new mindset.

Write: "I make $3,000 per month or better"

Place it on your refrigerator and look at it daily.

I always ask for more than I need so if I have an off day it still hits my goal.

Setting goals is the best way to achieve more. It works!

Mary asks…

Any ides for a Christmas slogan I can use to advertise a sale during December at my independent jewelry store?

Looking for a three word phase... "Christmas _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Sale!"

andre1 answers:

The original thought of Christmas _____Sale is very unimaginative because every other shop will have the same title. Do consider something out of the norm. And also develop creative elements to match the theme you are choosing. As a jeweller, you need to look at two angles - do I sound too cheap? Am I hurting my collection's pricing down the road if I go on a 'Sale' theme.

Try something a little more interesting:
* Jingle Gems
* Merry Blings
* Christmas is Precious

Good luck and good to plan ahead too!

Linda asks…

How much do sales reps at Jewelry stores make?

I know it works on commission and it has to do with how much you sell, but I'm just looking for an average here. Do you know if there is an industry standard for commission rate? Is there a base salary?

andre1 answers:

I worked for 6 years with two different companies. One company paid an hourly rate with no commission. The other paid an hourly rate with commission based on 1) how well the store did, and 2) how well you did. If you hit the numbers you were supposed to, you got 1%. If the store hit its goal, you got another 1%. If the store hit the next level, another 1%, and the last level, another 1%. So you could potentially make 4% commission on everything you sold that month. All of that on top of an hourly rate. Usually they base you at an amount that they think you can "earn" (let's say you make $7/hour, and in that store they want you to sell $130/hour at that rate). If you consistently sell $200/hour, they might bump you up to, say, $8.50/hour. If you are a decent salesperson, you might be able to bring in at least $25-30,000/year.

Even if they don't say your commissioned, you ARE commissioned. Think about it - if you don't sell enough to earn your keep, you won't have a job for long.

Robert asks…

How can this website sell top branded jewellery at such low prices? Are they Fake?

I was looking for some jewellery for my better half and i stumbled upon this website, how can they possibly sell such high branded labels so cheaply, are they fake, or just boxed with this famous labels on the box? the site is www.sale-jewellery.com ... i wish to buy something but don't want fake tat.

thanks

Kevin
So how come they have not been closed down yet?

andre1 answers:

Hi, I'm from Hong Kong, and I'm sure to said that, Is NOT REAL. Coz no address and contact no. Moreover, they said they are ebay wholesale? Why they have give us more details?

In china, many this kind of products, the box is fake too.

By the way, the quality is OKAY, but not real.

Tags: jewelry stores, Merry Blings, tanning salon

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Your Questions About Jewelry For A Cause

April 20, 2012

Susan asks…

How can I tell what gems I have on this jewelry?

My grandmother a been put into a care home. I am trying to have all the old jewlery aprraise but can find a trusting appraiser. How do I tell what kind of stones they are? How do I tell if they are real? I have to much to take to a jewelry store for them to test the gem. Were all old diamonds put in with prongs holding them or are there some that were just glued in? If not then what kind are the glued ones? Are they just glass or sub cerconiam (spelling). I need to get an estimated value of this jewelry for insurance purposes cause this is going to be staying here at my home. The company name on some of the jewelry isn't really telling me anything. Is there some websites I can go to and start researching? I need a jewelry book for dumbies. I really need help here. Any advice will be greatly appreciated. I do use tias.com for some but I a still getting no where. I admire jewelry experts, there must be so much to learn. Thanks in advance to all.

andre1 answers:

Don't do it yourself, it's as much an art form as a technical skill. Ask your insurance company. They may recommend an appraiser.

Any respected jeweler can also do a quick look and tell you what is real and what they are without doing a full appraisal. It's not a big deal and almost any good jeweler will help you. I'm not talking about a mall jewelry store, they are sales people, I'm talking about a real jeweler who makes jewelry. Bridal shops can point you in the right direction. Once you know what is real and approximate value, pay for a true appraisal which will have good close photos showing flaws and inclusions, so the stones can be identified, along with a certificate of authenticity.

TIP: NEVER leave your jewelry with anyone out of your sight because they can switch the stones. A good jeweler would NEVER try to take your jewelery out of your site.

TIP2: Don't trust a pawn shop! They have no reason to tell you the real value!

Sandy asks…

Should i tell my parents?

When i was 17 i stole jewelry from home cause i didnt have any money and sold them. Now am 25, i donno if i tell them what would happen but today theyre talking about it and my mom is blaming my dad for it. And that sucks. I assumed when i was 17 that i will return this kind of money when i grow so it was like a kind of investment more than stealing.

andre1 answers:

If someone else is being blamed for your actions, then of course you must tell.

If you don't have all the $$ yet, then arrange payments or something. Tell them they can have some of your tax return money.

Don't let someone else take the fall for you. It's not right.

Sandra asks…

Ear Cartilage Piercing Jewelry..?

Will an ear cartilage piercing jewelry made of titanium cause my ear to become infected?
I was just wondering because I recently got my ear cartilage pierced, and it's all healed now, and I am looking for jewelry. I found one made of titanium and I really like it, but I'm afraid since it's made of that metal it will become infected.

andre1 answers:

No, most likely it wont get infected if you use that type of metal. Only if you are clinically allergic to metal. It should be just fine though.

Donald asks…

Tell me a title please!?

A face appears onto the clean and shining mirror
And whispers breathy some words I barely can understand.
I look more and see a mask covering it,all flood by dark.
“What do you want to tell me,mysterious soul?”
“I came to show you the way you are inside,come on!”
I walk with silence and fear through the mirror
And reach a great place of pain,happiness and freedom.
The voice leads me to a room and tells me to tell the truth.
Tears fall down the wet floor and with trembling vocals
I speak and I speak and I talk.
I’m not the person that I seem to be.
The whole world of glow and richies isn’t for me.
You treat me as I am the guilty to born in this life
And sometimes the knife just cuts deep inside.
Besides of you,the others who might be closer
They tell I ain’t worth for them and dig in the sorrow.
And so I just hide in a world only mine
Where I can escape and fly and run wild.
The worst is that people I like and admire
They cannot be there when I need them,they can’t.
“Why did you take me again to this place?”
“Cause you have to change and show yourself!”
Our conversation closed as I ran out the mirror
And as usual I fell over the bed between toys and pillows.
My feeling melt and the rain pours on the window.
Don’t judge me and tell that I am just faking
And listen to me and stop being blind
Cause gold jewelries and freaky cars don’t fulfill the life.
Be proud of every single good thing of you
And try to be better and enjoy the ones you want to.
Look for the harmony at soul’s level
And have as much as you can faith in God and His prayers.
I have to hide myself as a person and believe me
That I’d give all to change this continuos sorrow.
I still try to make me more stable and when I fall
I stand because I don’t wanna come back to that mirror.
I don’t want to feel the regrets of a lifetime
I want to pick up the hope’s and faith’s flowers..
And the ones who mistreat me,I let ‘em to fade
The past will erase my sadness and certainly
It will bring forgiveness but I’ll never forget.
As a tattoo on my arm,as a scar on my chest
I always feel it and remembering to do my best.

andre1 answers:

You and I

Laura asks…

How can I manually unlink a Necklace chain?

- Well I know I can go a local Jewelry store or whatever but I wanna save money plus the time cause they sometime ask for you to come pick it up and in a few hours maybe a day and I'm not looking for that - Just to clear things up if you were going to reply by saying "Go to a Jewelry Store" Cause I'm not looking for that answer, Sorry.

Anyway I've got this Necklace a while back and I'm happy with it it's a great Necklace and everything but I now come to see that I don't like how it's not a "Choker" Necklace as seen on TV and I really wanna unlink a few balls, or pearls whatever you wanna refer them as and I wanna know how I can do this or if there's a Video/Website that shows me on how to do this?

Also I would also just remove the Logo and place it on another chain but I don't want to cause I like the chain it came with and I don't own any other chains so I guess that's out as well. :/

So if you can provide me with a Video on doing this or a Website showing you on how to do this or hell even telling me yourself that would be widely appreciated!
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If your wondering what chain I'm dealing with I will also provide a Link to the picture and Yes it's that same exact one, in the photo;

http://www.extremewrestlingshirts.com/media/27/a20792a1296c1ecd52b394_m.jpg

- Thanks!!!

andre1 answers:

You need some small pliers (it'll make it much easier) pliers with pointy tips preferably!

If the chain links can 'open up' (look closely) then you can just use the pliers to do that, take off as many loops as you want.

With the logo, just take it off and use the opened loop, carefully put onto the other necklace and squeeze the link back closed again

Tags: Human Interest, real jeweler, local jewelry store, I'm talking, your questions about jewelry for a cause

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Your Questions About Jewelry For New Moms

April 17, 2012

James asks…

i know its early but, what to get my mom for christmas!?!?

ok so i was planning on buying my mom a jewelry box but she just said she wanted a big one for the hallway, i dont have that kinda money. what should i get her? here are my ideas and reasons:

a northface: i got one for my winter jacket and she liked so i thought it would be nice for er to have one of her own ( yes, i know they are just as much as giant jewlery box thing, but i can find good deals haha.)

a new purse(maybe vera bradley): my mom always says none of her purses are organized enough. she has tons but they all dont have enough pockets for all of the crap she owns lol

boots: the past two christmases(?) me my brother and sister hvae tried to buy my mom a pair of boots but the ones we got never worked out. she needs a 6 1/2 wide which is hard to find and she doesnt want heels or snow boots.

minnitonka(however you spell it) moccosins iwth thunderbirds(not the game if it is one) on them: she just said she wanted them.

thanks for the help! and if you have any other ideas please share them with me! i need something for her birthday and christmas which are in the same month haha.

andre1 answers:

Hi!

I think that you should get your mom a Vera Bradley purse because no one can have too many purses. What I would do is get a Vera Bradley purse, and get her favorite candy to put inside the purse.

Hope it helps!

Nancy asks…

Powerful words to go on a piece of jewelry?

I'm 14 and I've been through a lot. My mom has cancer, my dad is drifting away from me because of his controlling new girlfriend, and I've finally found my passion; figure skating. Unfortunately, 14 is an old age to start at and I've been trying really hard to work my way up to the same level as people my age. Because I love it, I've been progressing really quickly. So I wanted to get a necklace or a bracelet that has special meaning to me. I want it to have a powerful word(s) on it like:
Strength
Passion
Desire
Dream
Courage
Inspire
Peace
Love
Hope
Etc...
Any other words that you can think of?

P.S. I'm not complaining about my life or anything. If your life is horrible, please don't think that I'm being ungrateful or anything. I know that I'm a very lucky person, and I know my life is easy compared to other people in this world. Just wanted to give you guys a little story behind my reason for wanting words on a piece of jewelry, and giving you guys a better idea of what I'm looking for.
Thanks so much in advance!

andre1 answers:

Spirit
Devotion
Honour
Grace
Belief / Believe

Jenny asks…

Ugh! I hate my ex's new wife?

She is such a slut! She is a professional belly dancer, very Russian in her upbringing, and they have a baby together. I swear she starved herself and got implants too because she lost her baby weight way too fast and her boobs are still HUGE and abnormally perky(I mean, come on! I have a 3 year old and I still have to wear my maternity jeans and my boobs have dropped way down!).

My ex inlaws apparently love her and swear up and down that she is smart and sweet. And she has paintings and drawings posted up on her website that she claims to have done herself, as well as "handmade" jewelry, that are no way her work! My ex even got a new tattoo recently that she had drawn herself(he claims). She also told his family and supposedly "proved" to them that she speaks spanish, russian, french, and german as well.

She also has "modeling" pictures up on her website as well(pre, during, and post baby) that show her all laughing, or sexy, or all shiny eyed. She apparently doesn't smoke or do drugs either(bs, I smoke like a chimney and I'm still bigger than her!) and my ex's mom said that it was because she was so "healthy" during her pregnancy she lost the weight so fast. And she wears hip hugger jeans and cute little shirts all of the time and it looks like she spends hours on her hair and makeup. When does she spend time taking care of her baby???

My ex, as well as his parents, believe that she is completely faithful as well. I find this very hard to believe because she is always introducing herself to everyone instead of waiting to be introduced, and she's friendly to everyone! Total slut! I have never been able to stand speaking to her myself because she just disgusts me.

How do I make them see that she is just a lying little skank who is just looking for attention? No one can be that special, how do I get them to see her for what she really is?
Oh, and she's apparently "all natural" with her cooking and skin care too, which is why her face looks so clear(I think she's wearing a ton of coverup!).
i live 8 minutes away from his parents so i see them alot.
and i had fought so hard to get him to even date me and after we divorced she just waltzed on by one day and he fell to his knees. she's a slut.

andre1 answers:

Why are you so involved in the life of your ex ?

He is over you and with another.

You need to move on.

I have been married for 10 years, and I don't know even one or two things like that about my husbands first wife.

How do you know all of that stuff ? Do you have a spy there ? And, how do you know she is a slut ?-

I think you need to let go and let G*d as they say - move on and stop obsessing.

If she truly is a bad seed ? They will find out soon enough. If she is truly wonderful and a good woman for him ?? Good for him.

Go find your own man.

Peace.

Mary asks…

what should i get my mom for her bday?

im 13 and my moms bday is coming up. I cant drive anywhere but i have to get her a present. weve done gift cards flowers jewelry clothes and everything i can think of. I need a new idea and something she will love but is in my price range ($30). She does everything for me and i want to get her something amazing and something she wont expect...something new, maybe unusual...any ideas?

andre1 answers:

How about do something like make dinner, clean the house.

Laura asks…

My dad is on a new medication, I'm worried about the effects?

So around 6 tonight, I was out in my driveway waxing my car. My dad just randomly shows up out of no where (my house is a good 30 minute drive from his). The first thing he starts doing is yelling at me about how "late" it is, and that perverts will rape me and slash my throat if I'm outside (mind you it's still pretty much full daylight out). Then he goes on to accuse me of "stealing" a ring out of a job (I manage his jewelry store, and he's rarely ever in the shop). I tell him the last place I saw the job was on his bench, but I would be happy to go down to the store to help him look for it. He slams his truck door, screams that I'm a liar and drives off.

I call my mom, who picks up the phone sobbing. He has been having "paranoid" fits the past week over nothing, claiming everyone is lying to him, and everyone is out to get him. Then she tells me he's on some new medication for managing his MS pain, called Lyrica, and since he's taken it, he's been going NUTS. Right after I get off the phone with her, my dad shows back up (now it is starting to get dark, and his drivers license restricts him from driving at night). He's crying, he found the job right where I told him it was, asking why people keep "hiding things from him". I try to offer to drive him home, since it's getting dark and he's not suppose to be driving, and he jumps in his truck again speeding off.

I'm really worried that this new medication is having a seriously bed effect on him. He's acting absolutely nuts, and he's really doing irrational and dangerous things. He isn't going to take my advice or concerns, because I see a naturopathic doctor and don't take prescription medications for my crohn's disease. I treat it with a doctor supervised diet that has work extremely well for me. He thinks I'm trying to commit suicide because I won't take prescription meds. I don't want him to do something really bad, like get in a accident, because of this stupid medication. But as I said, he takes no input from me at all on anything medical. He's never listened to my mom either, because she hasn't been to a doctor since right after I was born (ironically both me and my mom are far better health wise than him, and I have a disease just as bad as his). The only person he listens to on this sort of stuff is his doctor. Is there any way I can call up the doctor who prescribed this medication and express my concerns about it? Obviously, it's not a good fit, but he'll keep taking it until his doctor says otherwise. Help please...any suggestions greatly appreciated.

andre1 answers:

I would suggest that both you and your mother call the doctor's office, and let them know about your father's behavior. The alternative (saying nothing) might have grave consequences. I have MS and was given a med that interacted with another med that I was on. As a consequence, my behavior was unacceptable. I am grateful that my friends called my doctor and told her that I had become a raging maniac.

Tags: jewelry store, hip hugger, your questions about jewelry for new moms

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Your Questions About Jewelry For Mom

April 5, 2012

Betty asks…

What can i get my mom and dad for Christmas?!?

My mom has jewelry,perfumes, lotions and other things and I don't know what to get her. I asked her what does she want for Christmas she said "Nothing." My dad has a lot of shoes, chains, clothes, rings, perfumes and I don't know what to give him either. My parent's got me a bed that has speakers on it, plasma t.v., they brought a house and they are getting me shoes,clothes, Nintendo Wii, jewelry and other stuff. I want to give them something that will make them happy but i don't know what.
i didn't ask them for any of this...I just told them I wanted to go back to New York

andre1 answers:

Adult marital aids

Thomas asks…

What should i get my mom for Christmas i have already given her lotion, perfume, jewelry,and a wallet?

i mean thats what i have given her past Christmas's
i mean thats what i have given her past Christmas's
i mean thats what i have given her past Christmas's
i cant make her anything i am horrible at being creative and she does not like pictures it reminds her of the past

andre1 answers:

Gift cards!!!!

Carol asks…

How do I say this to my mom?

Okay, so this year for Christmas, I decided I'm old enough to start buying my parents gifts instead of making boring cards. I got my mom a jewelry box and I'm planning to buy a guitar pick for my dad. I went shopping with my dad to buy the jewerly box and asked him a thousand times what he want but he just keeps saying he doesn't want anything. Now I want to go shopping with my to get the guitar pick so my mom doesn't find out about it, but She doesn't know I got her a gift so I don't want to sound rude by asking her to go shopping for my dad's present and seem like I didn't care enough to get her anything. How do I ask?

andre1 answers:

Your her daughter,she should'nt mind that your buying something for your Dad.
But you know her better,so just say this "Hey Mom If your not busy,I would like to go shopping to pick up a guitar pick"She'll ask why?dad could pick it up himself, why not say "I feel like im old enough to spend money that can be use for him,but I rather tell him first".

Paul asks…

What should I get my mom for her birthday? She is turning 48. She likes jewelry and candles, but I always?

feel as if I'm getting her the same things over and over again. Getting clothes is hard because I never know her exact size and I can't get her a gift card for a spa or anything since she is always working and studying for college. She is going to become a nurse so I'm very proud of her for all the hard work she's doing. I always tell her, but how can I show her that in a gift?

andre1 answers:

I know she's busy, but I bet she would drop everything and clear her schedule if the gift was an activity that the two of you could share - a trip to the zoo, tickets to a play or concert or movie she would enjoy, manicures/pedicures, a picnic at a nearby park. My mom (who is also a nurse) never really wants or needs material things, and spending quality time with her children is truly her favorite gift.

Ruth asks…

Anyone know a catchy name for a jewelry store?

My mom is making a ton of jewelry, very sophisticated and stuff, shes thinking about doing business but she wants me to come up with the name. I already pitched 'build-a-bead', 'to die for', and 'just jewelry' but noooOOOOOoooo. Any ideas? Her name is Cathy, with a C, and something short, catchy, and ryming would be awesome! Thanks.

andre1 answers:

Cathy's (XD)
Sophisticathyed. (Sophisticated and cathy??)

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Your Questions About Jewelry For Sale

April 3, 2012

Sandra asks…

Can I move to Australia with a Jewellers Occupation?

Hi everyone,

I'm just wondering if it is at all possible to emigrate to Australia with a Jewellery Sales Assistant job?
Always wanted to move to Australia when I'm older and I'm just wondering it it's a possibility that it could happen with a job like this. I know that they are looking for skilled professions and what not.

Even if I do the working Australian backpacking thing, is there a chance that I could find a jewellery job while there for a year, and earn a permanent job to be able to move over there?

andre1 answers:

You can certainly come to Australia on a Working Holiday visa and shouldn't have too much trouble finding work in jewellery retailing, but I'm afraid that at the end of your WHV, you'll have to leave the country as your occupation is simply not eligible for any kind of work visa. Having a job or even an employer who thinks you're marvellous and is willing to sponsor you won't make any difference - it's just not possible to get a visa if your occupation isn't listed as eligible and no Sales Assistant jobs will ever be listed.

FYI, following is the list of jobs that are eligible for permanent visas if you have employer sponsorship. Jeweller is listed but that requires formal trade qualifications in the making and repairing of jewellery.
Http://www.comlaw.gov.au/ComLaw/legislation/LegislativeInstrument1.nsf/0/2C492BB21C0997E9CA2577EE0018A41F/$file/10089LI.pdf

Nancy asks…

What are nice, professional nail polish colours?

I will be starting a job as a jewellery sales girl soon, and it will be important to keep my nails looking nice (though it hasn't been specifically stated, I would assume so!)

I'm quite pale and I find either clear polish or a nude light pink works well for a professional, not too bold look... but I'd like a change of colour. Any suggestions?

andre1 answers:

I would look at your local Walgreens and look through the Sally Hansen, Maybellene and Revlon polishes, you might have to stay away from bright colors like red and purples.

You might get a professional manicure and see what a pale pink maybe sheer looks like on your nails.

Does your job have a dress code?

Have you noticed how the other sales girls have their nails?

Steven asks…

How much is sales commission for jewelry?

For salespeople in jewelry stores, how much is their sales commission? Is that usually on top of salary?

andre1 answers:

It depends on the cost/price of the types of jewelry you're selling.

Linda asks…

Where is a good place to sale wholesale body jewelry?

Hello I am looking for a good place to advertise my body jewelry I have. I have well over 500 pieces all of them are brand new never used. I owned an online body jewelry store and have decided to shut down because I am a part time student and I also work full time.

I have about 230 belly rings in a variety of styles and colors,
70 eyebrow rings in a variety of styles and colors,
65 Nose bones (rings) in a variety of styles and colors
40 Labrets in a variety of styles and colors
and about 100 tongue rings in a variety of styles and colors.

I am trying to sell them by the whole lot for $100.
I have tried craigslist, is there any other good places to advertise?
Also if anyone is interested in buying them please email me at
lottandsons@gmail.com

THANKS!

andre1 answers:

The best place to buy wholesale is from the suppliers or manufacturers. You can get the list of suppliers and manufacturers from B2B websites along with their contact details. I suggest you http://www.hellotrade.com or http://www.fashionproducts.com and http://www.teonline.com where you can find the suppliers with catalogs and can contact them directly from these websites for free.

Charles asks…

i make bead jewelry and need to sale, how can I do that? please help?

so I have room for new ones. I make them out of glass and silver. I haven´t done this before and I never thought I would be doing so many different jewelry but it´s fun, very fun. I´ve sold some to friends and neighbor but I need to sell more. My room is too small . I´m living in Sweden. I´ve seen websides where other sale but I don´t know how to do that - ideés? I´m interested in all help. Thank you very very much (hope my spelling has been allright)

andre1 answers:

Http://www.etsy.com/

Tags: permanent visas, Working Holiday visa, online body jewelry store, sales commission, body jewelry, skilled professions

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Your Questions About Jewelry For Sale

March 26, 2012

Charles asks…

Does anyone know of any sites where you can get ideas for making your own jewelry?

Michael's craft store is having a sale on their jewelry stuff and I want to make something, but I'm drawing a blank. I don't really know what the popular trends are right now. Any help I could get would be great. Thank you!

andre1 answers:

I've learned a lot here:

http://jewelrymaking.about.com/

They even have an email tutorial!

Also, go to

http://diynetwork.com/

and do a search for jewelry making or beads. You'll find lots of great stuff there!

Trends? Then go to any store and see what's being displayed in the Spring collection, or take a look at what your friends are wearing. You'll be inspired in no time and start making pretty art to wear!

Hope this helps!

Mandy asks…

What Jewelry is in Twilight?

There's a lot of Twilight jewelry for sale and rather than pay for some, I can get pieces and make some for myself. But first I need to know what all jewelry is in the Twilight series. I've only read the first book, so I can't just look it up. Can anyone help me?

andre1 answers:

Bella's bracelet with a wolf/diamond charm.
Bella's necklace given to her by Aro.
Bella's engagement ring from Edward.
Carlisle's scrotum piercing ring.

Michael asks…

When are the biggest sales on jewelry?

I was looking at getting my girlfriend a bracelet for chirstmas, tho i wont be seeing her until a week after the 25th. should i start looking now and get something good before its all gone, or will stores be holding good sales right after christmas? what's your experiences? Thanks!

andre1 answers:

It depends where you go. Local Independent Jewelry stores will usually give you a good deal (if you ask for one) after Christmas but the larger retail chains (along with online) will be offering large discounts while supplies last till Christmas. After Christmas they will be low on popular items while local Jewelers can order it.

Good Luck!

James asks…

What is a good career or job for a girl who gets bored easily?

i have had a few jobs including jewellery sales, clothes sales and currently kitchen & bathroom sales and done a couple of courses at college including beauty and graphic design but nothing seems to hold my attention. Does anyone have any suggestions as to what college course or job/career is exciting, different everyday and is fun?

andre1 answers:

Maybe think about what you like to do in your spare time? Try and see if there are any careers that would invole you doing things like that?
For instance if you enjoy sport and going to the gym then maybe train to be a fitness instructor?
If you love cooking then maybe go into the catering industry.
They key to enjoying a job is to make sure it's something you are interested in and care about.
Hope this helped! Good luck!

Susan asks…

How to keep jewelry from moving inside a gift box?

So my husband and I bought a set of matching ear rings, necklace, and bracelet for my mother in law for Christmas. We got them pretty cheap for real jewelry at a liquidation sale and they were put inside bags. We bought some gift boxes from walmart and tissue paper to wrap them in. It would work fine except if the box is moved around the jewelry will slide out of place. I don't want to tape it cause I think that will look crappy. Any suggestions on how to keep them in place ?

andre1 answers:

Get a smaller box.

Tags: local jeweler, your questions about jewelry for sale, ear ring

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Your Questions About Jewelry For Sale

March 20, 2012

Donald asks…

Looking for Jewelry sales agents!?

andre1 answers:

What, like you're hiring? I use to be a jeweler. I would love to get back into the jewelry industry. I live in a small town so there isn't much for me to choose from as far as jeweler jobs. If you're interested in hearing more about me, drop me a line on my 360 page.

Robert asks…

im looking for non whole sale korean costume jewelry?

please help me find some..i found one online shop but i want to knw if there is any other ones...i live in the US

andre1 answers:

There's this one that specializes in earrings. You might wanna check them out...

Http://www.earringsplanet.com/

Mandy asks…

I need tips for a base+commission based job at Jcpenny?

I was recently hired for the holiday season as a jewelry sales associate. This will be my first real job during the holidays. I was asking if you had any tips on how to sell jewelry? I don't know the first thing on how to sell products.

andre1 answers:

Just to let you know, based plus commission sucks. I worked a job like that for about two months before I realized how bad of a ripoff it is and I quit. Maybe jewelry is better but I'm telling you in the business I was in, making base was nearly impossible and therefore I was essentially working for minimum wage.

I don't want to discourage you, at least give it a shot and no matter what happens take it as a learning experience. Best advice I can give is KNOW THE PRODUCT, and be prepared to see the worst in people. In this economy, nobody wants to spend a dime.

Ken asks…

I'm looking for information about retail sales in jewelry?

I can't find anything online about how much they make and what is involved in the everyday work environment. I'm talking about the sales people either at the jewelry stores in the mall, or the larger stores separate from the mall. I'm not looking at the manager positions, just strictly the sales people who come in contact with the jewelry and the customers they're trying to sell it to. It would be great if someone in this position could give me some insight. Thanks
I'm actually looking for more of a career with a business not run from my home, but thanks though.

andre1 answers:

If you would be interested in doing home party plans for jewelry I can help with that. I do Lia Sophia Jewelry and absolutely love it! We make a great commission (30% of the sales) and have incentives, rewards, earn trips, etc. An average party is $750 (national average) so in a few hours you can average $225. This is a great income opportunity that you work around your schedule. Lia Sophia is a premier fashion jewelry company and all of our jewelry is guaranteed for life for any reason except loss. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please check out my site and then contact me with any questions or concerns. The site is http://www.liasophia.com/ringsandthings
Robin

George asks…

I am checking into some of the direct sales jewelry companies, (ie. Silpada, Lia Sophia, Premier)?

I am looking for how much start up is and any other information (ie. are you required to keep stocked products, what is the commissions, etc.) I just want to compare so that I can make a knowledgeable choice if I decide to go with one. I've worked in direct sales before (BeautiControl) which I still love the products, but just want a change of pace. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Please feel free to email me if you can't answer publicly.

andre1 answers:

Hi my name is Corrie. I joined the lia sophia family in Nov. Of 2006! I LOVE IT!!! The quality of lia sophia is fantastic and it is backed by our lifetime replacement guarantee! I did research other direct sales companies before I signed with lia sophia & I used to work in a high end jewelry store. I was sold on the low start up cost, (the kits comes with over $1000 in jewelry and all the supplies you need to get started), 70% off anything in the catalog, the excellent beginnings program which gives you another $600 in free jewelry..your choice!, the fact that you start out making 30% profit on show sales right off the bat... Average shows being $750 makes for a great paycheck. Plus you will give yourself a raise of 10% more when you promote to manager after just 3 people signing under you & then also make 10% on what they sell...it only gets better from there! Yes the company sends us a paycheck or you can have it direct deposited (we get paid weekly). I love it this way...I don't have to try to keep track of my income. The company is always giving us incentives to earn free jewelry, which of course only helps your business grow. Another thing that sold me on the company is that they do not just take care of the hostess or the customer or the advisor...they take care of us all! I've already told you some of the ways that they take care of the advisor. We have an awesome hostess plan..up to 40% of show totals free, 4 items, valued at $100 or less for only $15, & 1/2 price items! The customers get great deals too... For every 3 items purchase, your 3rd(not the least but the most expensive) item is 1/2 price! And then to top it off lia sophia is always coming out with extra specials each month! Plus, celebrities like Kate Welch, Hilary Duff,Raven Symone, Eva Longoria, and yes even Snoop Dogg, plus many more wear our jewelry. To tell you the truth...I could go on & on about lia sophia. I have grown in leaps & bounds...not only financially. I have gained new friendships, confidence in my self & a less stressful life. Plus, I can't wait to go to Hawaii in April 2008...compliments of lia sophia! Please visit my website for more info...I have not even begun to tell you all the great things this company can offer. Please contact me if you need any more information about this or any other business. Like I said, I research some others and I might be able to help save you some time in the searching dept. Oh, by the way, our jewelry is either 14kt-24kt gold plated or rhodium plated (this is in the platinum family). The reason lia sophia does this is 1.) to make it more affordable to their customers & 2.) so that it will remain to look as good as the day that you bought it...it will not tarnish. The other reason I love this feature it because my daughter, as many other people I know, is severly allergic to most jewelry. She break out in a rash and her ears swell up and get infected within an hour of wearing other pieces. We instantly fell in love with lia sophia when we realized that she could wear it! I have had lots of other customers tell me this too...they are so excited that they finally found some jewelry that they can wear! Now they can sparkle and be glamorous like everyone else!!! YEAH!!!

Tags: Lia Sophia, holiday season, I'm talking, yahoo answers, Raven Symone, Kate Welch

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Your Questions About Jewelry For Mom

March 19, 2012

Helen asks…

What jewelry set should I give my mom for christmas?

I'm trying to pick a jewelry set to buy for my mom for christmas (just getting a head start...) and I've basically narrowed it down to one website, but I'm not sure which one to get still! You can see the choices at www.larkgems.com when you go to the shop tab on the site.

FYI: I really like the green amethyst one, that's sort of an interesting piece. But I also really, really like the pink sapphire one, and her birthday was in September, sooo... Any other suggestions?

Oh, and the reason I've basically narrowed it down to this site is because I've bought from them before, it's free shipping, it got here within like 2 days, it's all handmade in the US and the prices are pretty much the best I've seen.

andre1 answers:

Since it IS early to be shopping... Use this timing to your advantage... Casually browse the site or two you like with your Mom present or email her the link to the sites if she does not live near you... Tell her you are needing ideas for a friend of yours and ask her opinion often... She will tell you her likes and dislikes on the sites... She may even unkowingly pick her gift when you hear her gush over it and decide yourself that it shall be the one. You may be surprised to learn what you thought she would like she unkowingly tells you she wouldn't be caught dead wearing as she gives you her feedback helping you with your 'friend' !

Look at what type of jewelry your Mom OFTEN currently wears... If you find her new pieces that are the type she wears she will enjoy your gift so much more and you will as well when you see her wearing it again and again... If you get her a piece that is a type she never wears in the first place... You have a keepsake in the form of jewelyry that she will wear once or twice a year... But it will sit in a box the rest of the time...

Admit it... When you get a gift you know you will use alot because you like its style SOO much... You are TRULY happy... But when you get a gift that was someone else's idea of style... Yet you loathe... You will politely accept it... But won't be truly fullfilled from the gift... A good gift giver wants the recipient to have both! Joy with the gift and happiness at having been given it rather than having to buy it themselves!

Good luck and your Mom is ONE LOVED LADY to have a child so willing to go the extra mile and make her happy!

Sharon asks…

what are good names for a jewelry store?

My mom is opening up a jewelry store (plus purses) and needs a cute, catchy name. And we aren't talking about real diamonds

andre1 answers:

Sparkle..that might sound a bit too much like cleaner
Jems
Jewels
Jewellery Box

Bijoux...means ruby in french
Shimmer

Opalescence
Jewelry Couture

Elegent jewels
Frosting

Or why don't you guys name it after your mother or you or like your grandmother. It might be the best name of the ones given!

Linda asks…

What should I get my parents for Christmas?

My dad likes to hunt and fish and is a big all around sports fan. And my mom like jewelry if that helps at all. ( I'm a young teen.)

andre1 answers:

Get dad a jerky making kit. Check Cabella's or Target for it. He'll love it! For mom, they have some great kits to make really nice jewelry at craft stores and even at Walmart - it doesn't look cheap at all but you can get kits that you can make earrings, necklace and bracelet with for around $4.00 - $7.99.

James asks…

Hey,do me a favor, which jewelry should I choose for my Mom?

Above jewelry set both pretty, want to choose one for my mom as mother-day gift.Just one piece ( I have only enough money to pay one)
pic 1

http://www.jewelrysaga.com/upload/201104/11/4176.jpg

pic 2

http://www.jewelrysaga.com/upload/201104/11/4171.jpg

I really can't make my mind which to buy. Help please.

andre1 answers:

Pearl jewelry set i think. Pearl can suit any lady in thirty - Sixty

Richard asks…

My mom threw away all my jewelry!!!!!!?

I was talking back and she said if i continued she would throw away all my jewelry. I said yeah right, and then she did!!! she threw in the trash then covered it with the kitchen trash !!!!! I'm soo pissed, cause most of that was very expensive jewelry that I payed for! She also threw away my real pearl necklace, earrings and bracelet set that cost several hundred dollars!!!!! What should i do!!!!!!!

andre1 answers:

First...learn your lesson and stop talking back.
Your mother did the right thing in following up with her threat. It was a strange punishment, but for her to say it and not do it would have been very bad for your growth.

Here is what I would suggest.
Walk into the room where your mother is and say something very close to this.

Mom, I am very sorry. I should not have talked back to you. Furthermore, I should not have challenged your threat to throw away my jewelry. I have truly learned my lesson and I have learned that you are a woman of your word when it comes to my punishment. Now, with all of that said, I would like to ask that you lessen the punishment in a small way. That you allow me to remove my jewelry from the trash and clean it off. I will then hand it over to you for safe keeping. Then, after such a time that you feel that I have learned my lesson by not talking back, that you will consider that I have earned it back.

The jewelry is valuable and I hate to lose it, and I find that this is a good compromise to show that I have learned my lesson as a price for my defiance.

ADDED: Fixing the system's plan will get you into more trouble, I guarantee it. Do NOT do that without permission. And Icildor is naive to the law. If you are a minor you truly own nothing....even if you paid for it and have the receipts. That may sound horribly wrong, but it is the way that the law works. My daughter threatened to call the police on me one time for not letting her leave her room before cleaning it. I handed her the phone and said that if she did, she would not have a home. I would turn her over to the state and let her into the foster care system. That threat is the dumbest thing that you could do.

Tags: jewelry for mom, ur mom, yahoo answers

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