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4 Replies Last post: Apr 9, 2009 9:58 AM by phanio

Where can I get a manufacturer?

Apr 8, 2009 3:19 PM

RainZare 4 posts since
Jan 26, 2009

Hello all,

This is my second time posting in this forum, but I always visit and read questions other members have asked and found the answers quite helpful.

I have wanted to open an gift and wedding favors store and I am a bit confused about manufacturing. I have everything together design and concept wise, but I am sure I'll need a company to produce the goods. I need some guidances on where I should choose a manufacturer. If someone knows a link or a book that can enlighten me, I'll greatly appreciate it. Thanks!

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puzzleman 297 posts since
Oct 11, 2007

1. Re: Where can I get a manufacturer? Apr 8, 2009 6:05 PM

RainZare, I am a maufacturer of wooden items for the gift and childrens arenas. If you would like to discuss more, email me at jim@hollowwoodworks.com.

Jim

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phanio 604 posts since
Apr 7, 2009

2. Re: Where can I get a manufacturer? Apr 8, 2009 6:27 PM

Are you actually looking for someone to make products you design or a wholesaler who already has products that you want to get and re-sale in your store?

If looking for a manufactuer - to produce products that you design - you should search for trade organizations around your product offerings. You can do the same for wholesalers.

Most trade organizations list both manufacturers and wholsalers - those that belong to the organziation and should be fairly legit to work with.

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RainZare 4 posts since
Jan 26, 2009

3. Re: Where can I get a manufacturer? Apr 9, 2009 9:46 AM

in response to: phanio

I am looking for a manufacturer to make products that I design. But I'll search for trade organizations like you've advised.

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phanio 604 posts since
Apr 7, 2009

4. Re: Where can I get a manufacturer? Apr 9, 2009 12:57 PM

in response to: RainZare

Great -

try some of these organizations - really look through their website for information and don't be afraid to pick up the phone and call them - this is what these organziations are about - promoting their trade in all ways possible:

www.manufacturers.com.tw/*gifts*/*Wedding*-Favor.html
www.nam.org/
www.mbausa.org/
www.fgmarket.com/*Wedding*-Supplies/*Wedding*-Favors/

Just remember to do your homework on the company before signing any agreements.

Best of Luck

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