Making Money With Glow Sticks

Glow sticks are a popular novelty item, especially at sports venues and concerts. You can capitalize on this popularity by offering several different kinds of glow items for sale. By buying in bulk and offering the best price, you can up your profits even more.

A glow stick is often thought of as a brightly colored neon-colored stick that can be seen at concerts or dances. These items can also be used to make a tidy profit.

A single glow stick on a lanyard makes a good "base" item to sell, but glow bracelets are fast-selling products, too. Children and young women, in particular, like to layer glow bracelets on their arms, which means more sales for you. Simply make sure you order enough connectors to provide enough bracelets for everyone, and you're ready to go.

Another popular glow item is glow balls, made from two six point connectors and six sticks. To maximize sales, you can demonstrate glow balls if you are able to juggle or know someone who is. One ball can be sold at street parties, concerts, wrestling matches and street parties for anywhere from six to eight dollars.

Don't limit your sales to concerts and sports events, though. You can sell glow sticks at holidays like Halloween and the Fourth of July. State fairs, New Year's, Saint Patrick's Day, and Mardi Gras celebrations are also excellent times to bring out your glow sticks and make some extra cash.

Before you attempt to sell, check that you have all the necessary permits and licenses. Temporary vendors licenses are available in some towns. They can cost anywhere from $100 to $500 depending on the location and event. Some areas will require that you obtain a tax permit and a business license before they issue a vendor's license. The cost of a business license is usually less than $100. Having one in your cart will help reduce harassment from over-enthusiastic security personnel. Check with your local authorities custom clear stickers at least three weeks before any event you wish to sell at, to make sure you have all the legalities taken care of. This will allow you to avoid paying fines that could result in the loss of entire nights' profits.

Glow sticks make an excellent part-time business for people who need a low-cost start-up. Establishing a client base is easy, since everyone likes to play with glow items. If you price your products correctly and place yourself in high-traffic areas, you can easily double your initial investment in just a few hours.