Thoughts here ladies ! While preparing for a small show in Franklin, NC " Pumpkin Fest " , next weekend I had to review inventory. How many pieces were tagged and photographed. What was still lacking to be placed in inventory and do I have enough product. Gosh,this really takes away from beading time, chainmaille time, just all kinds of time.
Has anyone developed a system of recording product? I would love to hear everyones idea's on this.
The wanderings of a Bead Embroiderer....it is amazing at how we grow into our craft over the years.................. so follow along with " Catherine’s Musings"
I photograph and inventory an item immediately after making it. Otherwise, it gets lost in all my stuff (you know it well!)
ReplyDeleteI photograph the items and enter all components into my jewelry program - I use Jewelry Designer Manager Deluxe (LOVE IT!) - upload the photo for the catalog and I also keep a 4x8 top bound steno pad for my numbering system. I have one for each different catagory, ie. bracelets, necklaces, wine trays, etc. The steno pad serves two purposes. One - I know what my next inventory number is and Two - I list where the item is located, the store, consigned, etc. and then I highlight it when it is sold just for a quick reference.
I also print a 4x6 photo and keep in a portfolio album just in case.
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