Consignment versus Wholesale- Which is Better for You?

What is the difference between consignment and wholesale- we break it down and how you determine which one makes the most sense for your business.

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Diane Sulg
April 20, 2023

Does the thought of seeing your handmade goods displayed in lovely shops and galleries excite you? If so, there are two ways to make this happen. The first option is consigning your work to a store or gallery and the second is wholesaling those items to them. In this article we are going to examine both methods so you can decide which will work best for you.

What is Consignment?

Consignment is when you bring your goods to the store and arrange for the store to sell them. In this selling method you are still the owner of the goods.

Let us look at how consignment works in a perfect situation. You make an appointment to show your work to the store owner, manager, or buyer and that person is excited and thinks they will sell. So, who sets the price?  You do! (Although, you should listen if the store has an experienced opinion for you to consider.) 

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