Finally someone who GETS IT!! Everyone tells me I should sell my crochet stuff. I spend $40 on the yarn, it takes me 10-15 hours to make an item, then people expect to pay $20.
So true. Some people don't know what it takes to make crochet items. Someone asked me to make them a hat, asked how much, I said$10, haven't heard from them again 🤔
Great video and very inspirational! I crocheted a beanie, posted it on my personal Facebook page and one of my friends mentioned how much she loved it. So, I made one for her as a surprise (for free) and ended up getting two orders from her friends who saw it and wanted one for themselves! Showcasing your products yourself or sending one to a friend as a marketing tool is definitely a great idea!
Deanna Taylor that's an amazing story. How one picture you posted snowballed 👏 spelling on Facebook is a lot of Six Degrees of Separation.. somebody, that knows somebody, knows Deanna makes the best crochet hats ❤ great job on your sales👏👏
It can be tough at first. If you are using a facebook business page, people wont find you. Facebook doesn't send notifications out or put items you post in your followers news feed, unless they push the second notification button ..which stinks. I use other FB selling groups to advertise my personal selling page. Join 10 facebook selling groups and post in all of them twice a day. I know this sounds like a lot of work, but it does work. Its like running a (free) commercial. These post will show up in members news feeds. It will start slow at first but then will begin to grow. This time of year is also very hard. I'm not sure where you are located buy for me, my best crochet months are Oct-Jan. I hope this info helped
Omg I’m just now trying to start up selling my blankets and stuff(husbands family told me to sell stuff) so I’m trying to sell online and crochet hats minimum after the time goes into it and the materials…it’ll cost 30$ minimum. And people really think we can sell stuff for 5$ for a hat, blanket, shirt. And people REALLY don’t understand how HARD it is to do.
This video is beyond superior. You are inspiring! I've been thinking along these lines to get going with my crochet business & appreciate all your specifics and enthusiasm and realism. The video is also very good quality and enjoyable to watch. Thank you!
I only consign. I never deal with customers. I sell more than 1,000 items per year in several different stores. I rotate merchandise every Spring and Fall. This gives me more time to create.
Okay, not only are your tips invigorating because you go beyond the usual information given, but I also like how these will help me whether I am a vendor or do online. Thank you.
Thanks..really inspired 🤩 Some people said that, why i'm selling with 'that' price.. EXPENSIVE.. For them it might be expensive..but for me, I should selling with ' that' price..because its take almost 2 days to finish.. Sadly they do not understand how hard it is.. *sorry for my broken english..love from malaysia 🇲🇾
Outstanding video! You are as lovely as your voice is. You have great confidence and excellent tips. Thank you! I used to sell on Etsy and did okay, but that was years ago before there were billions of sellers. I'm thinking of starting again and your little pep talk was great.
Winner of a video, I've been looking for "knitting commissions" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you heard people talk about - Veyillian Noncarlett Eradicator - (Have a quick look on google cant remember the place now ) ? Ive heard some awesome things about it and my neighbour got amazing success with it.
Thank you for this video. I knit and I been thinking about selling or knitting for other people. I been trying to get my GED. I have one more to go. So I am going to try doing that.
I love this video. Thank you so much for giving me things to think about. I see this video is 2017. Is there anything you're doing different today? Have a good evening!
My concern is not being able to keep up with demands. In high school was when I got kinds good at crochet. I learned amigurumi. I sold a few pigs for $10. Then I had like 3 people wanting Domo (not sure how it's spelled) and Gir and a few other things. I came home and half way made three Domos and then quit.. I quit crocheting for a long time cause I had so many more people asking me to make things. One amigurumi at that time took me 8 hours to make.. I went to school for 8 hours. I slept for 8 hours.. I still had to clean and cook and eat bathe do homework etc.. Couldn't just sit for 8 hours ..or even crochet most days.. So they never got finished. I stopped crochet and stopped selling.. Didn't really crochet again for like 3 years... My other problem since then is people telling me they want things then I make them and they never come to get them (I mostly sale to local people) so I have trust issues with people. I don't mind making things in free time and selling them. I'm currently trying to figure out names and all and get set up on etsy and a Facebook group to sell the items I have made in free times. I'm not the most creative at doing things like that though and cresting a sort of business.. I'd like to go to college and take business classes.
That is so wonderful that you can't keep up with the demand. But the problem is the pricing. $10 for 8 hrs of work is not enough money. You will need to charge more or make less labor intensive items. My sweet spot is baby shoes, hats, headbands, and scarves. Something I can make in an hour and sell for $30-50. Or think about making patterns. Create the item once and the written pattern will continue to sell over and over. Unfortunately crochet takes time to create. Remember you time is money
Maybe you should try to make the stuff before yous sell it so if it is for example clothes then make one of all sizes and sell them then say it is out of stock and if more people want them you could make another batch i know it might take a while but it will be worth it in the end if the thing is customizable You could make the base and then after you could add the things that the person requested😊 hope this helped
@@LittlejohnsYarn May I draw your attention on other ways to make money with your same one- crochet piece, even days/years after it is already in the hands of its end-user? This can be done for almost each of your crochet piece you make. If interested, I invite you to watch my video to view a few items I have created, and that I was able to make sales from. Won't keep you reading me long. Please watch and contact me if interested!
Many sellers now have a rule per say that when someone puts in a order for something that's not already made they have the buyer put down half of the final price at the time of order, they're more likely to pickup the order and to pay the other half if they've already invested some money.
Thank you so much for subscribing ❤. It's so difficult trying to make money selling your handmade items. If I can help just one person, I'm happy. Let me know if there is anything specific u would like to learn about.😊
Just found you and I love your advice ❤️👍🏼thank you very inspirational 👍🏼I want to start my own tutorials and blog😊thank you for helping me to get motivated!🙏🏼❤️
You got this 💪 starting a blog is an excellent choice. I definitely recommended. I wrote an article about it, if you would like to check it out☺️ littlejohnsyarn.com/start-a-crochet-blog-to-make-extra-money/
Grumpy Skittles sorry I'm slow to get back to your message. I'm so glad you found the video helpful. I'm always trying to find new to create income from my crafts😀😀
So helpful hun, thanks! Really want to try and make a go of creating my own crochet patterns this year and this video really makes me want to get off my butt and do it! :) Subbed!
you are brilliant ! Thank you for sharing your knowledge I'm also a crocheter and knitter from the UK I would love to start selling my items as I've had many comments on them I've never actually sold anything yet and would love to make some extra cash so I'm going to try social media thanks again !!!!!!
Carmela Vicaria thank you so much. I hope your subscriber. Selling your handmade items is like jumping off a diving board. You just have to do it. Sales may be slow at first. Once people recognize you and trust you, the sales will start rolling in. Good luck on your new business 😘😎
You are so right. Yarn can get expensive. Once I started doing custom orders, My yarn stash grew. each order would require different yarn and I would have so much left over.
Littlejohn's Yarn that’s amazing! I made a chunky blanket with 8 skeins of yarn and it came to $80 and that was with 30% off 😣😩 I’m hoping I can get some customs offers soon!
i wouldnt say yarn is very expensive. like if u get red heart super saver from hobby lobby or michaels it’ll be somewhere between 3-6$. i know that may seem like alot but u get 364 yd of yarn. and how many things can u make with that much yarn? i would think alot.
The product needs to be unique and useful. I crochet purses and jewelry. The purses sell for $3-12. The jewelry sells for $1-3. With my purses, I make 4 times the materials. With the jewelry, I make 7 times the materials. I only consign in several stores. I sell more than 1000 items per year. However, I do not depend upon this hobby as an income. The small amount of profit is reinvested in more materials so that I can continue to enjoy crocheting.
You are a lovely young woman and very passionate. What about someone like myself? I am in my mid-60's and don't even own a cell phone...yet. I wouldn't know how to use twitter or instagram.
Thank you so much. As long as you have a computer you can make it happen. I didn't know how to use twitter or Instagram over a year ago. I treat everything as a chance to learn. We are fortunate enough to have all the information in the world available at our finger tips. Are you on Facebook? This is were I recommend that you begin. Don't worry about the other social media platforms yet. You can make decent money on Facebook . You will be amazed how many people are looking for crochet around the world. This is where I make most of my crochet income. I have some homework for you. Search "How to sell on Facebook". Unfortunately I haven't made that video yet (soon). i'm 40 and i'm still figuring it out. the more i learn the more I will share
I'm 37 and still learning, myself and trying to get my mom to sell her paintings online, it's tricky but don't give up!! There are lots of tutorials and if you're not ready for new a cell phone, get a decent tablet. The downside is that you need a wifi connection like you would a computer but you'll be able to use a square reader to take credit cards. I had to figure out how to use it right in front of a customer and was so embarrassed the first time but it get's easier, I promise! My family still has one of those old carbon copy credit card things somewhere, LOL. I'm no expert but when you do get a cell phone or device for selling, get one that takes GOOD photos. It will be worth it in the long run if the photos look more professional. Good luck!!!
thank you for the video. I am trying to get the courage to sell my items. I am just not sure how to price them. I see things on Etsy and they are 400. and they say sold, I find that impossible to believe. What should I expect to sell a pretty afghan for realistically?
I don't know of any crochet podcast. But I love Grant Cardone. He is my absolute favorite selling guru. You can find some of his videos online. I have read several of his books. 10X is my favorite book.
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It's my story. No sale, only quality, work expenses to keep the Etsy open. I though to sell on open fair market, but I don't see here in my area. I have a lot compliments, people loves my stuff, my boss complimented and told me to sell. But I don't seel on Etsy, I am spending $15 per month to keep Etsy open. And one of this day I will have to close and keep the $15 in my pocket. I made a mistake not having business card. I was on a supermarket check out, and the lady loved to death my shawl, she wanted my contact and she wanted to buy it. I felt embarrassed giving my # right there on the check out and the shawl was not even part of my best items that I make. But she loved the simple knitted shawl with look like crochet stitch.
Esty will nickle and dime you to death. Maybe its good for some, but i'm with you. I didn't care for it. Cards are a great idea. People don't even realize they like crochet until they see someone esle walking around in something orginal. That when you whip out the card. I can tell your work is good, because people stop you in public. Always try to look for the free way to sell your items. I hope your yarn season is going well. thanx for leaving a comment
You should try the GLC Arts and Crafts Mall (www.glccraftmall.com) there are 3 Store Levels starting at just $4.50 per month flat fee and you can list up to 300 items for that price. One thing to keep in mind it does not matter what Craft Mall you are in you must promote your own Business, don't list your items and expect them to sell without you doing any work.
hi! i’m 13 and i’m trying to find ways to make money and i want to start my own etsy. i know how to crochet amigurumi, but i only know how to with already written patterns that other people make. should i be selling stuff that isn’t 100% mine?
95% of the time you can sell anything that you create from a pattern, free or paid. As long as your not selling the written pattern. All pattern designers have their own set of rules. Usually at the end of any written pattern, the designer may say "please give credit to designer" which is nice to do if you are posting on Instagram or FB. The person who buys your item will never know who "said" person is, lol. Only other crocheter know other crocheter, lol. ( i hope that makes sense"...Or the pattern may say "please do not sell what you create from my pattern" When they say this...just avoid those designers, lol. I think those designers are a little stingy. They are alienating their target audience.
I think there was a typo in your comment. I got confused after you said "and i make thinks ppl askin they never get them." if you are talking about people not getting there item delivered. You can get tracking on all your item to make sure they receive their item
Yea I was saying I just starting try n sell my work because everyone said exactly what u said lol and then I make the items they want and then they never respond to purchasing them so I'm stuck with more than a few just felt like not selling anything because o already have rejection issues and this just heightens my aniexty
That happened to me in the beginning. Make sure you get paid before you start working. I learned my lesson the hard way too. I still get anxious when i'm about to ship an item out. Typically everyone loves it. I have made over 1000 items & only had 2 revisions that someone didn't care for. it happens less than you think it would. I'm sure you are just a perfectionist when it come to your work. I bet it's amazing. Those items you are stuck with are now "inventory" they will always be around to sell. Just take good pictures of them...& post them everywhere.
Don't be discouraged. Imagine standing on a diving board....you just have to leap. the worst thing that could happen is you make a little money...that's not bad. Trust yourself & your work. You are your own toughest judge. you have a talent that many people don't have. that is why they will come to you
This is glorious, been searching for "are there knitting machines?" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Ever heard of - Veyillian Noncarlett Eradicator - (search on google )? Ive heard some interesting things about it and my mate got cool results with it.
Finally someone who GETS IT!! Everyone tells me I should sell my crochet stuff. I spend $40 on the yarn, it takes me 10-15 hours to make an item, then people expect to pay $20.
I don't know why I craft is so under appreciated. It is the most labor intensive. This is no such thing as a crochet machine.
@@LittlejohnsYarn I think people think crocheting and knitting works like a machine.. 🤷♀️❤
So true. Some people don't know what it takes to make crochet items. Someone asked me to make them a hat, asked how much, I said$10, haven't heard from them again 🤔
@@sheilaknight5880 That's VERY reasonable! 🤦♀️🤷♀️
I know! It also comes with arthritis ect......
Great video and very inspirational! I crocheted a beanie, posted it on my personal Facebook page and one of my friends mentioned how much she loved it. So, I made one for her as a surprise (for free) and ended up getting two orders from her friends who saw it and wanted one for themselves! Showcasing your products yourself or sending one to a friend as a marketing tool is definitely a great idea!
Deanna Taylor that's an amazing story. How one picture you posted snowballed 👏 spelling on Facebook is a lot of Six Degrees of Separation.. somebody, that knows somebody, knows Deanna makes the best crochet hats ❤ great job on your sales👏👏
I loom knit, scarves, pop can coozies, pop bottle coozies, hats & ear warmers. I have my picture on Facebook but no action, yet.
It can be tough at first. If you are using a facebook business page, people wont find you. Facebook doesn't send notifications out or put items you post in your followers news feed, unless they push the second notification button ..which stinks. I use other FB selling groups to advertise my personal selling page. Join 10 facebook selling groups and post in all of them twice a day. I know this sounds like a lot of work, but it does work. Its like running a (free) commercial. These post will show up in members news feeds. It will start slow at first but then will begin to grow. This time of year is also very hard. I'm not sure where you are located buy for me, my best crochet months are Oct-Jan. I hope this info helped
Omg I’m just now trying to start up selling my blankets and stuff(husbands family told me to sell stuff) so I’m trying to sell online and crochet hats minimum after the time goes into it and the materials…it’ll cost 30$ minimum. And people really think we can sell stuff for 5$ for a hat, blanket, shirt. And people REALLY don’t understand how HARD it is to do.
This video is beyond superior. You are inspiring! I've been thinking along these lines to get going with my crochet business & appreciate all your specifics and enthusiasm and realism. The video is also very good quality and enjoyable to watch. Thank you!
Thank you so much and I really appreciate the kind words. I'm so glad I could help. Its all about baby steps. Good luck and your new craft adventure!
I only consign. I never deal with customers. I sell more than 1,000 items per year in several different stores. I rotate merchandise every Spring and Fall. This gives me more time to create.
Love the video! Looking forward to a great craft sales education! Thank you so much! Once again a great video! Marsha
Okay, not only are your tips invigorating because you go beyond the usual information given, but I also like how these will help me whether I am a vendor or do online. Thank you.
Thanks..really inspired 🤩
Some people said that, why i'm selling with 'that' price.. EXPENSIVE..
For them it might be expensive..but for me, I should selling with ' that' price..because its take almost 2 days to finish..
Sadly they do not understand how hard it is..
*sorry for my broken english..love from malaysia 🇲🇾
You are wonderful!! I am feeling a bit more confident to sell my work. Thank you!
Thank you for your advice! Your content is so helpful and inspirational!
I just told this to a friend. You hit the nail.on the head CONFIRMATION!
I'm glad I struck chord with you 😊
I've been crocheting since I was about six, and I want to sell some of my work. Thanks for the advise!
You're welcome
Smart lady, good ideas.
Outstanding video! You are as lovely as your voice is. You have great confidence and excellent tips. Thank you! I used to sell on Etsy and did okay, but that was years ago before there were billions of sellers. I'm thinking of starting again and your little pep talk was great.
SewEasyCreations thank u. Selling ur craft can be tough. Just be positive & consistent and people will be forced to acknowledge ur talent 😘
Great video, thanks for the tips!
Winner of a video, I've been looking for "knitting commissions" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you heard people talk about - Veyillian Noncarlett Eradicator - (Have a quick look on google cant remember the place now ) ? Ive heard some awesome things about it and my neighbour got amazing success with it.
Thank you for this video. I knit and I been thinking about selling or knitting for other people. I been trying to get my GED. I have one more to go. So I am going to try doing that.
You're welcome and good luck!
Great video I am still learning. It takes me a little bit to learn new things.
thank you so much. I'm still learning too. Who knew there was so much more to this crochet biz!
I love this video. Thank you so much for giving me things to think about. I see this video is 2017. Is there anything you're doing different today? Have a good evening!
This was very helpful thanks much I love your wrk
My concern is not being able to keep up with demands. In high school was when I got kinds good at crochet. I learned amigurumi. I sold a few pigs for $10. Then I had like 3 people wanting Domo (not sure how it's spelled) and Gir and a few other things. I came home and half way made three Domos and then quit.. I quit crocheting for a long time cause I had so many more people asking me to make things. One amigurumi at that time took me 8 hours to make.. I went to school for 8 hours. I slept for 8 hours.. I still had to clean and cook and eat bathe do homework etc.. Couldn't just sit for 8 hours ..or even crochet most days.. So they never got finished. I stopped crochet and stopped selling.. Didn't really crochet again for like 3 years...
My other problem since then is people telling me they want things then I make them and they never come to get them (I mostly sale to local people) so I have trust issues with people.
I don't mind making things in free time and selling them. I'm currently trying to figure out names and all and get set up on etsy and a Facebook group to sell the items I have made in free times. I'm not the most creative at doing things like that though and cresting a sort of business.. I'd like to go to college and take business classes.
That is so wonderful that you can't keep up with the demand. But the problem is the pricing. $10 for 8 hrs of work is not enough money. You will need to charge more or make less labor intensive items. My sweet spot is baby shoes, hats, headbands, and scarves. Something I can make in an hour and sell for $30-50. Or think about making patterns. Create the item once and the written pattern will continue to sell over and over. Unfortunately crochet takes time to create. Remember you time is money
Been there!! I'm considering doing "made to order" and taking a photo (of something I plan to use for myself) and then AFTER they pay, make the item.
Maybe you should try to make the stuff before yous sell it so if it is for example clothes then make one of all sizes and sell them then say it is out of stock and if more people want them you could make another batch i know it might take a while but it will be worth it in the end if the thing is customizable You could make the base and then after you could add the things that the person requested😊 hope this helped
@@LittlejohnsYarn May I draw your attention on other ways to make money with your same one- crochet piece, even days/years after it is already in the hands of its end-user? This can be done for almost each of your crochet piece you make. If interested, I invite you to watch my video to view a few items I have created, and that I was able to make sales from. Won't keep you reading me long. Please watch and contact me if interested!
Many sellers now have a rule per say that when someone puts in a order for something that's not already made they have the buyer put down half of the final price at the time of order, they're more likely to pickup the order and to pay the other half if they've already invested some money.
You are an amazing knowledge base. Thank you so much for this. Please do more. New subscriber. 💕
Thank you so much for subscribing ❤. It's so difficult trying to make money selling your handmade items. If I can help just one person, I'm happy. Let me know if there is anything specific u would like to learn about.😊
Thanks sooomuch you answer most of my questions
I glad i could help. Thank you for taking the time to veiw my video!
Thank you for your advice!
Thank you so for stopping by
Just found you and I love your advice ❤️👍🏼thank you very inspirational 👍🏼I want to start my own tutorials and blog😊thank you for helping me to get motivated!🙏🏼❤️
You got this 💪 starting a blog is an excellent choice. I definitely recommended. I wrote an article about it, if you would like to check it out☺️ littlejohnsyarn.com/start-a-crochet-blog-to-make-extra-money/
This was Super Helpful! Thank You!
Grumpy Skittles sorry I'm slow to get back to your message. I'm so glad you found the video helpful. I'm always trying to find new to create income from my crafts😀😀
I follow you on facebook. I want to start chrochet and i am beginner. Glad you have pattern to follow thanks a lot.
Hey sorry so late to responding. Whats your name on facebook so I can connect a face to a name when I see you.
Really it's helpful for me
I loved the video like Deanna said very inspirational and i am a beginner to medium crocheter, you answered a lot of my questions Thank You!!
Great video! So helpful ❤️ love from Argentina!
So helpful hun, thanks! Really want to try and make a go of creating my own crochet patterns this year and this video really makes me want to get off my butt and do it! :) Subbed!
Thank you so much for subscribing. Good luck on your new business
you are brilliant ! Thank you for sharing your knowledge I'm also a crocheter and knitter from the UK I would love to start selling my items as I've had many comments on them I've never actually sold anything yet and would love to make some extra cash so I'm going to try social media thanks again !!!!!!
Carmela Vicaria thank you so much. I hope your subscriber. Selling your handmade items is like jumping off a diving board. You just have to do it. Sales may be slow at first. Once people recognize you and trust you, the sales will start rolling in. Good luck on your new business 😘😎
Your amazing. You inspired me. Thank you
thank you so much for stopping by. Good luck with selling your items
Hi can you do a video for addi machine a beret please
This is such a big help, thank you for making this video :3
I'm so glad the video is a help. Thank you for stopping by my channel! I hope you are a subscriber
Littlejohn's Yarn oof i forgot lol *subscribe* their we go :3
Thank you so much
No problemo and keep up the good work cause i like your vids 👌👌🖒 X3
Very good video.... You keep it real thanks so much for this information..... You are so right always learn with crochet.....☺
Thank you so much 😘. I appreciate you stopping by my channel. I hope you are a subscriber ♥
Thanks!
You're welcome 😊
Another information for a beginner
great video
Thank you
One thing I realized is how expensive yarn can be! I’m currently using a Instagram to grow a following before I make a Etsy!
You are so right. Yarn can get expensive. Once I started doing custom orders, My yarn stash grew. each order would require different yarn and I would have so much left over.
Littlejohn's Yarn that’s amazing! I made a chunky blanket with 8 skeins of yarn and it came to $80 and that was with 30% off 😣😩 I’m hoping I can get some customs offers soon!
i wouldnt say yarn is very expensive. like if u get red heart super saver from hobby lobby or michaels it’ll be somewhere between 3-6$. i know that may seem like alot but u get 364 yd of yarn. and how many things can u make with that much yarn? i would think alot.
Thank you great advice!!!🧶🧶🧶
Thankyou gal my feet on move now heading to social media for advert
The product needs to be unique and useful. I crochet purses and jewelry. The purses sell for $3-12. The jewelry sells for $1-3. With my purses, I make 4 times the materials. With the jewelry, I make 7 times the materials. I only consign in several stores. I sell more than 1000 items per year. However, I do not depend upon this hobby as an income. The small amount of profit is reinvested in more materials so that I can continue to enjoy crocheting.
Love your video!
I love your video. Thank you so much and I feel a lot better too. :) thank you
thank you so much. I hope you stop by more often
You are a lovely young woman and very passionate. What about someone like myself? I am in my mid-60's and don't even own a cell phone...yet. I wouldn't know how to use twitter or instagram.
Thank you so much. As long as you have a computer you can make it happen. I didn't know how to use twitter or Instagram over a year ago. I treat everything as a chance to learn. We are fortunate enough to have all the information in the world available at our finger tips. Are you on Facebook? This is were I recommend that you begin. Don't worry about the other social media platforms yet. You can make decent money on Facebook . You will be amazed how many people are looking for crochet around the world. This is where I make most of my crochet income. I have some homework for you. Search "How to sell on Facebook". Unfortunately I haven't made that video yet (soon). i'm 40 and i'm still figuring it out. the more i learn the more I will share
I'm 37 and still learning, myself and trying to get my mom to sell her paintings online, it's tricky but don't give up!! There are lots of tutorials and if you're not ready for new a cell phone, get a decent tablet. The downside is that you need a wifi connection like you would a computer but you'll be able to use a square reader to take credit cards. I had to figure out how to use it right in front of a customer and was so embarrassed the first time but it get's easier, I promise!
My family still has one of those old carbon copy credit card things somewhere, LOL. I'm no expert but when you do get a cell phone or device for selling, get one that takes GOOD photos. It will be worth it in the long run if the photos look more professional. Good luck!!!
I say tablet/phone because it's the only way I know how to take and add pics, lol.
You are so inspiring.
Thank you
Very informative
TY
Great ideas TY! ❤
Thank you 😘
thank you for the video. I am trying to get the courage to sell my items. I am just not sure how to price them. I see things on Etsy and they are 400. and they say sold, I find that impossible to believe. What should I expect to sell a pretty afghan for realistically?
What are some business or crocheting or both podcasts you recommend?
I don't know of any crochet podcast. But I love Grant Cardone. He is my absolute favorite selling guru. You can find some of his videos online. I have read several of his books. 10X is my favorite book.
How much should I charge for my afgan?!
love love love youuu :)
You're awesome 🥰 thank you
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Hi, do you copyright your patterns. Thanks
This is copied & pasted from a website info.legalzoom.com/copyright-sewing-patterns-26921.htmlRegistering the CopyrightWhile a copyright exists from the very moment your text is created in tangible form, such as a document or a drawing, you cannot protect it in court without registering your work with the U.S. Copyright Office. You can register the pattern using the U.S. Copyright web site. You will need to complete a form, pay a fee, and upload or mail your pattern to the U.S. Copyright Office. The form requires you to certify that you are the author. You must state the title of the pattern, your name, your birth date, the year the work was created and the date it was published. Lack of publication is not a bar to getting a copyright.
It's my story. No sale, only quality, work expenses to keep the Etsy open. I though to sell on open fair market, but I don't see here in my area. I have a lot compliments, people loves my stuff, my boss complimented and told me to sell. But I don't seel on Etsy, I am spending $15 per month to keep Etsy open. And one of this day I will have to close and keep the $15 in my pocket. I made a mistake not having business card. I was on a supermarket check out, and the lady loved to death my shawl, she wanted my contact and she wanted to buy it. I felt embarrassed giving my # right there on the check out and the shawl was not even part of my best items that I make. But she loved the simple knitted shawl with look like crochet stitch.
Esty will nickle and dime you to death. Maybe its good for some, but i'm with you. I didn't care for it. Cards are a great idea. People don't even realize they like crochet until they see someone esle walking around in something orginal. That when you whip out the card. I can tell your work is good, because people stop you in public. Always try to look for the free way to sell your items. I hope your yarn season is going well. thanx for leaving a comment
You should try the GLC Arts and Crafts Mall (www.glccraftmall.com) there are 3 Store Levels starting at just $4.50 per month flat fee and you can list up to 300 items for that price. One thing to keep in mind it does not matter what Craft Mall you are in you must promote your own Business, don't list your items and expect them to sell without you doing any work.
hi! i’m 13 and i’m trying to find ways to make money and i want to start my own etsy. i know how to crochet amigurumi, but i only know how to with already written patterns that other people make. should i be selling stuff that isn’t 100% mine?
95% of the time you can sell anything that you create from a pattern, free or paid. As long as your not selling the written pattern. All pattern designers have their own set of rules. Usually at the end of any written pattern, the designer may say "please give credit to designer" which is nice to do if you are posting on Instagram or FB. The person who buys your item will never know who "said" person is, lol. Only other crocheter know other crocheter, lol. ( i hope that makes sense"...Or the pattern may say "please do not sell what you create from my pattern" When they say this...just avoid those designers, lol. I think those designers are a little stingy. They are alienating their target audience.
Littlejohn's Yarn okay thank you very much !! 😊
Great video ;)
Thank you
It's so scary and I make thinks ppl askin they never get em
I think there was a typo in your comment. I got confused after you said "and i make thinks ppl askin they never get them." if you are talking about people not getting there item delivered. You can get tracking on all your item to make sure they receive their item
Yea I was saying I just starting try n sell my work because everyone said exactly what u said lol and then I make the items they want and then they never respond to purchasing them so I'm stuck with more than a few just felt like not selling anything because o already have rejection issues and this just heightens my aniexty
That happened to me in the beginning. Make sure you get paid before you start working. I learned my lesson the hard way too. I still get anxious when i'm about to ship an item out. Typically everyone loves it. I have made over 1000 items & only had 2 revisions that someone didn't care for. it happens less than you think it would. I'm sure you are just a perfectionist when it come to your work. I bet it's amazing. Those items you are stuck with are now "inventory" they will always be around to sell. Just take good pictures of them...& post them everywhere.
Its like jumping off a diving board. You have to believe in you're self. I know you can do it. I wish you all the luck in the world
Yaaaasss crazy cause I just got discouraged about this 😩😩😩😩I speaking straight to me!!! Thank u !!!
Don't be discouraged. Imagine standing on a diving board....you just have to leap. the worst thing that could happen is you make a little money...that's not bad. Trust yourself & your work. You are your own toughest judge. you have a talent that many people don't have. that is why they will come to you
@@LittlejohnsYarn thanks alot for your encourage and advice it means alot to me..Keep growing Maam ..love your channel .fr Shillong
I m ratiya bukhari from india and want to sell my hand made knitted item
Mam. How do I start crochet 🧶? I started knitting 3 days ago already made two projects. Is crochet 🧶 good money ?
This is glorious, been searching for "are there knitting machines?" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Ever heard of - Veyillian Noncarlett Eradicator - (search on google )? Ive heard some interesting things about it and my mate got cool results with it.