5 - Manufacturing Products
IN THIS LESSON: Start by downloading the worksheet, then watch the video and use it to follow along and apply what you are learning before moving on to the next lesson.
How Much Inventory Should Artists Order? Minimums, Samples, and Avoiding Overbuying
Figuring out how many products to order can be tricky, especially when manufacturers make larger quantities look cheaper per item. In this video, I explain what order minimums are, how samples work, why beginners often overbuy inventory, and how to think through reorders before tying up too much cash in products that may or may not sell. This video is part of the SleepyHead Art Business Launchpad, a free learning center that helps artists grow their skills and generate income from their art.
👇 What you’ll learn in this video
How to decide how much inventory to order without overbuying.
Start small, test the design, and only reorder when the numbers show it is worth restocking.
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