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"School Bags Manufacturing Business": How to Get Started

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There is always a steady demand for school bags throughout the years. Even in recessions and economic downturns, school and education remain a prime necessity, and so does the demands for school bags.

School bag production can be started as a home-based business, and will only require a relatively little startup investment. The business also doesn't require a hefty amount of expertise or expertise, making the entry barrier relatively low.

This business can be an attractive opportunity with a high profitability potential, and can be an option for every beginner and veteran entrepreneurs.

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Interested to start this business? Here are a few things to help get you started:

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1. Startup Investment
Your main investment will go to an industrial sewing machine, the price can vary from as low as below $500 to above $3,000 depending on brands, quality, and your location. You will also need other essential sewing supplies like needles, zippers, threads, and the fabrics. You can start with as low as $5,000.

2. License and Permit
Depending on your location, a zoning permit as well as other permits might be needed before you can engage in the business. Consult your local authority to get a better information regarding the license requirement in your location.

You might also need to invest in a liability insurance. Consult your local insurance agents to get the best insurance option for your business.

3. Design
The designs of your products will play a major role in your marketability. Although technically using popular designs like cartoon or movie characters will be a major boost for your product value, you'll need to avoid legal copyright infringement.

Be creative with your designs and keep it up to date with the current trends. Find a design niche you can specialize in, and focus on it to build your brand credibility.

4. Marketing
Many online channels and marketplaces are available to promote and sell your products, such as eBay, Etsy, and many other platforms. Any business can benefit from online promotions in this day and age, and this business is no exception. Build a proper website with an e-commerce module so you can sell your products directly, promote it using SEO and social media.

In a more traditional way, you can spread flyers and brochures to local schools. If there are any brick-and-mortar bag store in your area, you can offer your products with a consignment partnership.

5. Expansion
Once you got your business established, you can expand to manufacturing other types of bags such as traveling luggage, golf bags, fishing bags, and many other types. Make sure to do enough research for your local competition as well as available opportunities in your area.

Earning Potential

With the assumption of selling school bags for $15 a piece, selling 200 bags a month will earn you $3,000, or $36,000 a year. By expanding your production line to other niches, as well as increasing your production capacity in general, you can increase your earning potential significantly.

Marketing and branding, as well as your product design and quality will be the key to success in this business.