

You can get ball chain necklaces on Amazon. because you can order in lower quantities, which is great for a product that doesn’t sell as quickly. Shot glasses - I highly recommend Discount Mugs.īeanie/hats - Use Curly and Spike great pricing and quality, especially on these products.ĭog tags - I get mine through Oriental Trading Co. They have some of the best prices and you can even get each one custom wrapped. These are other common products:īracelets - If you like the silicone styled bracelets, try 24 Hour Wristbands. There are many other options out there and I do recommend that you explore custom merchandise, but it’s important to balance the “cool” factor of having variety with what actually sells and what you can make money on. I recommend Printing Conexions (let them know that Simon Tam sent you). Most companies should give you a 12x18 poster for the same price as 11x17. Or, if you have some upfront money, invest in a button maker. I recommend the quality, pricing, and service from Busy Beaver Buttons. I order all of mine through Stickerguy.īuttons - These are another easy, cheap product that you can sell for $1 each. Stickers - Stickers are cheap, easy to produce, and can be used for promotion or selling. You can usually get a better price and a more comfy product if you choose a lighter shirt, such as a Gildan 5.3 or 5.6 oz.

T-Shirts - The basic tee usually is a solid product to go with. Companies that I recommend for replication: Cravedog and Discmakers. Music - CD’s are generally the best option for most artists because fans like having something tangible that they can take home (as opposed to a digital download) and take up less room than vinyl. The standard band mix of products should include: What You Should Order and Who You Should Order From There are many tips out there of what bands should order and how they should sell their products, but there doesn’t seem to be much on how to get the best possible pricing from vendors, how to calculate prices, or how much product should be ordered before a tour. The staples of CD’s, shirts, and stickers have become even more important as income from performing has gradually dropped. These days, merchandise sales make up a pretty big portion of most touring acts’ income.

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