Attending a Wholesale Jewelry Show
One of the coolest things about being in the jewelry business is going to wholesale jewelry shows. At these shows, you can purchase all kinds of finished jewelry and as well as jewelry components such as beads and findings. (Pictured is the booth of The Coral Reef, who obviously sells beads.)
I recently was able to attending the G&LW (Gem and Lapidary Wholesalers) Show in Orlando, Florida. And, as usual, I didn't go way without a bag full of goodies.
If you are thinking of attending a G&LW show, here are a few things you'll normally need to get through the door (other wholesale shows may have similar requirements):
- First, you need to pre-register. G&LW requires you to do this by asking for a copy of your state tax ID. They keep it on file, and then send you a program for up coming shows, which basically works like an invitation.
- Bring the program with you to the show. On the back is a card that you detach and hand to the nice folks at the registration table. They check your name off and hand you a badge to wear during the show that identifies you as a show attendee.
- Bring extra copies of your tax ID because both the registration folks and vendors in the show may ask you for this. I've never been asked for this, but they have the right to do this, and it's better to be safe than sorry.
11/06/2005 at 2:31 am
Hello
Could you inform us more about the GLWA Show? Is it advisable for a manufacturer who takes orders to make studded Jewelry attend this show, we make Jewelry you could visit our website http://www.jewelsnbeads.com
Hope to receive your reply!
Thanks
Vivek Shah
Karma Enterprise
India
info@jewelsnbeads.com
http://www.jewelsnbeads.com
11/06/2005 at 6:46 pm
You have a good question there. So good, I think I’ll blog about it. But the quick answer is it may be a good show for you but you don’t take orders at this type of show. It’s cash and carry for the most part. I highly recommend contacting G&LW and maybe even asking some of the vendors. They list them on their web site. And, look for my long answer some time tomorrow posted here.
05/19/2008 at 8:25 pm
i was wondering if someone could give me some advice as to how to find a good wholesale jewelry show for mens silver, leather jewelry…i am working on a business plan to open a mens accesories store…
07/19/2008 at 4:55 pm
Wondering where I can find Pandora, Biagi, Troll type sterling beads at wholesale prices? I would rather purchase directly from factory. Also, where can I purchase Jimmy Crystal sunglasses at wholesale prices? Please let me know. Thanks!
01/19/2009 at 8:43 am
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