Transform your old product into a new one
2010/12/14 8:59 AM
Ever wonder how to revive and old product and create something new and exciting for your customers?
Sometimes recreating the old can be an easy and economical way to boost your offerings and reengage with old customers…….creating more sales.
My experts below have contributed some cool ideas they used to give you some ideas on how to recreate your own products and create something new – right now!
Have you thought of updating your packaging?
How about pairing up with another brand for a "gift pack"?
Have you thought about a new use for your product?
Still a few more days to ship ground for the holidays………keep those sales coming in strong!
Vauva Natural is brand born together with 4 amazing children and made for their fragile,delicate skin.Laura had sleeping problems,Karlis and Martins had a dry skin,Marta didnt like a bath...and products was created!These simple but effective product are based on chamomile and calendula-2 amazing healing plants so our products sooth and nourish irritated or dry baby skin but not harming it in any way.Made with love fresh in small batches.Samples on request:)Vendor Contact: Zane Bermaka of Atlantis Skincare LTD | Phone: +447809695602 | Email: zane@atlantisskincare.com
Swabbies is the first pre-filled sanitary solution to applying diaper rash cream. For busy parents with squirmy babies, the swab applicator is great for on the go or for just a fast and mess-free application. The cream is uniquely formulated using pure, natural and organically based ingredients including 40 zinc oxide for rapid results. It has a creamy smooth texture with a fresh herbal scent. Each applicator is filled with 8.5 grams of cream.Vendor Contact: Carman Cook of Swabbies Tech Inc. | Phone: 7708993130 | Email: carman@swabbiescream.com
We create whimsical, 100% GOTS certified organic cotton, gender-neutral, Made in the USA, small-batch printed baby and toddler clothing and accessories approved by The National Parenting Center. We are based in Newport, Rhode Island.Vendor Contact: Gwendolyn Gardner of Simply Chickie | Phone: 4018559504 | Email: simplychickie@gmail.com
Wearable cradle pillow
Breast feeding pillow with built-in privacy cover-up
Pillow and swaddling wrap for babies
Toddler pillow withattached travel blanket
Portable diaper changing surface
Travel pillow for all ages
Benefits of the GoPillow:
Multipurpose
Can be used hands-free
Can be used as a pillow & nap mat for toddlers
Wearable - more portable than competitor's pillows
Can be used by breast and bottle feeders
Blanket is retractable-can be tucked out of the way when not usedVendor Contact: Tangela Walker-Craft of Kushies Baby / Simply Necessary Inc | Phone: 863-859-2650 | Email: Tangela@simplynecessary.com
Rem and Em is a mom owned small business. I offer handcrafted girls dress in modern styles and unique prints. All dresses are made in America with high quality fabrics that are locally sourced. The dresses are made to order and ship within 5 business days. Vendor Contact: Kristin Ames of Rem and Em | Phone: 650-307-2675 | Email: info@remandem.com
Suffering from Limp Elf Syndrome? Well, ELF FLEX is Here to save the day! Never suffer again from an Elf that won't stay in place! Can't seem to replicate the idea you saw on the internet? This kit includes everything you need to give your Elf unlimited possibilities!
Losing your mind trying to think of new places for the elf? Give yours(elf) a "break" and get your elf a cast! With the Elf Cast and included anote from Santa, your elf can take off for a night or as many nights as you would like.Vendor Contact: Peter Bresnahan of Lightning Launch | Phone: 97846301541004 | Email: pete@lightninglaunch.com
Hi Sarah!
We design and create made-to-order custom rugs for nurseries and kids rooms. Our other lines include kid bedding, wall art, baby blankets, etc.
Our products make great gifts, are exactly boutique material and have the ability to dropship anywhere in the US.
We have ready products as well as the ability to customize any of our designs at NO EXTRA CHARGES whatsoever.
For any questions, please reach out to us at sophia@childbewild.com or call us at 647-703-8554.
Sophia Vendor Contact: Sophia G of ChildBeWild | Phone: 647-703-8554 | Email: sophia@childbewild.com
Award winning Lollie Wraps keep baby close, safely comfortable, and are so easy to use! The only stretch wrap to offer long wearing back support. No "wrapping" required. One size, washable, and comfortable, Lollie Wraps make snuggles simple! Vendor Contact: Jessica Jeneske of Little Bug Creations LLC | Phone: 480-577-5049 | Email: Jessica@lolliewrap.com
Designed for & by mompreneurs, the patent pending Mina & Vine Nursing Scarf is what every style conscious mom needs. Perfect for the mom on the go, it features:
-Magnetic fasteners for easy closure
-Sustainable & breathable fabric to cool the body
-10+ ways to wear before, during & after nursing
Our scarf is available in 4 prints & each is packaged in an eco-conscious reusable bag making it great for gift giving.
View our digital catalogue here: https://bit.ly/2XKIrcX; Retail Price $59Vendor Contact: Brittany Garman of Mina & Vine | Phone: 615-516-6328 | Email: hello@minaandvine.com
The Express Straps are literally your pumping best friend because it makes pumping hands- free so simple. They are a one size fits all, compatible with any nursing bra, easy on and off, patent pending accessory. These make super thoughtful, helpful and unique gifts to any new mom planning to nurse/pump.
Vendor Contact: Lisa Corsiglia of The Express Moms | Phone: 563-271-6077 | Email: theexpressmoms@gmail.com
Hey my name is Michelle, I made all my designs t-shirt, bags,sweatshirt, baby onesies, water bottles, perfume, aprons, puppy clothing, hair accessory,.
I designed everything by myself,with some of my own photos.
I had started a sickle cell project,due to I just lost my baby sister.
If interested you can order from Spreadshirt.com
Shop: Mookiemichelle United States
Thanks in advance.
Vendor Contact: Michelle Schenck of Fluffy mascot | Phone: 8568220776 | Email: michelledicks36@gmail.com
Hi,
My collection consist of organic cotton baby essentials (pacifier clips & teether blankets) as well as hair accessories handcrafted in metallic ribbon and leather.
Wholesale from $6-$30
Thank you,
TangeeVendor Contact: Tangee Pritchett of Tangee Inc | Phone: 7739555175 | Email: tangeeinc@gmail.com
McDowall Gifts is an online boutique that specializes in baby and maternity items. Vendor Contact: Muria Nisbett of McDowall Gifts | Phone: 4094443210 | Email: support@mcdowallgifts.com
At Simply Chickie, we create organic cotton, funny, made in the usa baby rompers, hats, blankets, and gift sets.Vendor Contact: Gwendolyn Gardner of Simply Chickie | Phone: 4018559504 | Email: simplychickie@gmail.com
Handmade baby items, doll clothing, dog sweaters, and coffee copies.Vendor Contact: Mary Dzik of Creations by us | Phone: 7164327438 | Email: mdzik88@gmail.com
Our specialty is buttery soft bamboo bath and bedding textile products for babies and toddlersVendor Contact: Sophia Pham of Bambi Bamboo | Email: info@bambibamboo.com
Purchasing Kushies GoPillow supports Simply Necessary, Incorporated. It was invented, patented, and licensed to Kushies Baby by a mom.
Kushies GoPillow is a:
▪Wearable cradle pillow
▪Breastfeeding pillow with built-in cover
▪Pillow and swaddling wrap
▪Toddler pillow with an attached travel blanket
▪Travel pillow
3 Kushies GoPillow styles are available: Kushies GoPillow Lite, Kushies GoPillow, and Kushies Bamboo GoPillow.
See videos on YouTube. Type "Kushies GoPillow".
Vendor Contact: Tangela Walker-Craft of Simply Necessary, Incorporated | Phone: 8639441587 | Email: Tangela@simplynecessary.com
We are an online kids clothing company run by Japanese. Our kids clothes are reasonably priced ranging from a retail price of $9 to $39 (a wholesale price is 50% of the retail price). We have a lot of recurring customers who continuously come back to us as their kids grow, which you can see product reviews on our website.
Our mission is to bring smiles and happiness to kids by providing comfortable and fashionable clothes. Vendor Contact: Rena Suno of Japan Fashion Link, Inc. | Phone: 9176224788 | Email: rena@japankids.tokyo
Better Family offers three patented baby products!
- The Beebo
- Swabbies Diaper Cream
- Drop it Baby
Please contact us at info@betterfamilyinc.com for pricing.Vendor Contact: Carman Cook of Better Family Inc. | Phone: 8774792224 | Email: info@betterfamilyinc.com
The Mina & Vine 'Smart Scarf' provides style & versatility at any mom on the go. First of its kind, it's the only to use magnetic fasteners for easy closure, breathable and sustainable fabrics & can be styled 10+ ways. The perfect gift for new moms, this scarf is nursing friendly, a go-to throw on for a playdate & also doubles as a baby blanket or carrier/carseat cover.
Mina & Vine believes in supporting all women by contributing $1 to the Helping Mamas Organization for every scarf sold.
Vendor Contact: Brittany Garman of Mina & Vine | Phone: 6155166328 | Email: hello@minaandvine.com
Tagged: Creativity, Entreprenette®, Inventions, Manufacturing, Marketing, Public Relations, Sales, Wholesale
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Janet Bernasconi says: Excellent tips on how to transform your old product into a new one. I normally do all the things listed here. I create handmade accent pillows and if they don’t sell I update them with a little bling or add a bit of lace and next thing you know it sells. I think an update to your website is great too. And I also think it’s a good idea to show your some of your products on your homepage. This way customers get a first glance at what you offer. I have seen awesome slideshows on different sites listed on their homepage and it catches my attention. I am working on that for my site now and will see where it takes me.
Have a great day and thanks Sarah for such having such an informative site. ;-D
Hugs,
Janet Bernasconi
Janet’s Creative Pillows
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Sarah,
Your content really is fabulous! Thank you for being so (street) smart!
Best Regards,
The Backyard Harmonica Teacher
Great ideas in here! I enjoyed reading what other people have actually done, versus just a bunch of “you should’s”.
Thank you so much for all of your ideas. I have so much to think about, deciding on what direction would be best for my business.
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