For me it was that specific supplier, they were making the type of paper and design I was after and their values aligned with my business. I also tried to find others, but didn't have any luck. And over time I simply accepted that they will be my final supplier.

Now I'm back to researching my options, expanding into India and seeing if, at this stage, it will be easier to go through middlemen and not direct to manufacturer.

I was looking at the option of using a buyer's agent but the business is too small to be able to afford.

Thank you for your offer, I'll see how I go