There are a lot of big companies that rip off small creators. That's why I'm always weary. I prefer to wait and see, rather than just invest all my time and effort into something and then get ripped off. In general, I know people love to hate on Etsy, and I understand Etsy isn't without its issues. HOWEVER, Etsy doesn't sell physical products, so I know my IP is safe with them, in that context.

Omg, thank you so much! I wondered and meant to google it, but never got around to it. Weird how platypi sounds more correct though. Platypuses just sounds so funny haha.

@@WorksofWhimsyCrochetCo hehe I agree. I feel the same about the plural for octopus. I like octopi better, but I’ve seen ‘octopuses’ in books before, so I’m at a loss 😅

Thank you!!! It's something I'm really starting to be more mindful of in my business because I want my business to actually be profitable lol. This year didn't end up too bad, but next year will be better because I don't have to make a lot of the big purchases I made this year again (I got a new laptop, camera for doing videos, a bunch of grid walls for markets... That's like $3000 worth of stuff right there that I don't need to buy again haha. At least for a while lol.)

She didn't use the pattern to make the mass produced version though. The pattern is what is covered by copyright laws (which is under the umbrella of intellectual property law). Ashley didn't use the pattern when mass producing the item. So, respectfully, I disagree with your take. But that's why the law is so interesting. If you and I were arguing this in court, on opposite sides, we'd need to find legal precedent to back up both our stances because the law is never black and white, cut and dry.

Thank you so much!!! You're too kind!!!

Thank you so much!!! I appreciate you!!! I do believe I am doing the scrunchie tutorial. But you'll probably be dissatisfied to know that the weaving in ends part is a little bit of a "wing it" process because there's like hardly any place to hide them on the scrunchie haha. You just fasten off and leave a long enough tail that it's not going to make your work unravel and then you just tuck that tail under the stitches around the outside of the ponytail holder. If that makes sense lol. I'll show it in the video, but I didn't want you to have to wait for me haha.

You got this! I hope you have the best time at your first market!!! Thank you so much for being here!!!

@ thank you for your time and responding! Absolutely love your vids and personality! ❤️ have a great weekend!

Thank you so much! It was a good market! Hope yours was too! And Merry Christmas to you too!

<3 Happy Holidays!!!

Omg! Stop it! You're too kind!!! Thank you so much!!!

Needle felting is WILD! I watched a video of this lady needle felting to create animals. And she's talking about understanding anatomy and getting the colors and textures and the scale right of all the different parts to the animal. It was blowing my mind. I gotta go back and look at the needle felted eyes because I can imagine that being just as insanely cool.

Yeah, it's pretty one-sided. I can't imagine signing anything like that, especially as a sole proprietor to a small business. Like, that's literally MY WORK haha.

Thank you so much! And it's amazing how much of a difference just a fresh hair cut can make! Suddenly my hair felt so soft and smooth lol.

It definitely can. However, even in the 2 years I've been in business, I've already started to see a shift in mindset in this area. People are realizing this isn't just their granny's favorite hobby. It's art too. And not only is it valuable, they also need to appreciate their granny more for all the things she's made for them over the years haha. Not everyone will feel this way, but as crochet gets more and more mainstream, more and more people will start to "get it".

Omg! That's absolutely worth FAR MORE than $10! There are definitely always going to be people who see it as a "hobby", but that's why we gotta continue to educate people. I get asked all the time how long various items take and people are always shocked. It's far longer than people realize. However, once that clicks, they start understanding why the pricing is what it is.

Yes! Exactly! I know in some circumstances traveling to other areas isn't feasible. However, I suspect for a lot of people, it's more doable than they realize. I didn't realize how many different events were actually around me until I started working them. I know that's not going to be the same for everyone, but it's unrealistic to habitually undercharge.

Yay! I'm so glad!!! This was a new video concept for me! But I like hearing other people share their opinions on things so I had hoped it would go over well!!!

@ PS you look amazing. You have lost a significant amount of weight. I need to get back on track. First change will be get on my recumbent bike while I crochet. Congrats on that!

Thank you!!!

Thank you for the engagement!!! I hope your holiday was good!!!

@@WorksofWhimsyCrochetCo no problem! Thanks 😊 it went well

Well good thing I've been uploading so slowly now. It'll help give you time to catch up. Small victories haha. Thank you so much! And Thanksgiving wasn't too weird lol. That's all I can really ask for at this point lol. And my sister came to town from out of state. I haven't seen her since January, so that was a nice treat. Plus, just seeing her twice in one year is already a treat because that doesn't normally happen. Normally we're lucky to see each other every other year.

@ my family is going through big changes too so holidays are stressful to think about. Thanksgiving wasn’t too bad here either though and I feel the same, it’s all I can really ask for. :) I’m glad you and your sister got to spend more time together than normally. ❤️

Yeah, that's true. A lot of them follow that pattern or just have generic kind of chunky hour glass body and bobble feet lol. That's an interesting take, mixing both techniques in the same piece. It doesn't make things wonky? I've heard that YU tends to make a smaller piece, but I've never tested this to know how much of a difference it can make in size. I can see it being enjoyable to crochet just for yourself too, but for me, I like doing something I like that also makes me money haha. It is worth noting, and I'm sure you've considered this, but you can run your business any way you want. There is no law that says you HAVE to make multiples of any item. Heck, that could be your shtick, one of a kind pieces. I personally still wouldn't use felt eyes for anything that's for a child under 3, but I feel like they're good for anyone over 3. And I just think they add more character than basic black safety eyes. Omg, leggy frogs lol. They go through phases of selling well, so I do try to have a few in stock, but dang, that's some of my least favorite patterns to make. Idk why. It's not like it's hard or time consuming to make them. But they don't bring me joy lol. They were fine at first, but now there's no joy haha. Except for when someone hands me money for them haha. There's some joy in that.

Hi! And welcome!!! I'm a certified level 1 crochet instructor!!! I hope to completely the second level next year!!! I can't knit. However, one day, I'd like to learn and then also get certified there too!!! I've never used a ring light with black yarn but I do think the use of a neck light was helpful. But a ring light is probably much brighter for anyone who may need a little extra help seeing!!! Printing patterns is a must for me because a lot of times, if I can help it, I like to 'unplug' while I crochet. Velvet looks great when the project is finished. I really actually like the look. Just not enough to endure using it at this time lol. But maybe one day when I have more time to practice. But since we both crochet for money, you know, time is money, so I can't be using my time unwisely. And yeah, regular acrylic can be quite splitty. The Woobles yarn is pretty good. I definitely think having a solid more "rope" like yarn, instead of one with individual strands twisted together, is easier for a beginner. And I fully agree. Reading patterns is a must! I have freehanded many an item, but I wouldn't have been able to gain those skills without reading patterns and essentially understanding what numbers make what shapes. I love that you shared!!! I like chatting and when I'm filming, it's a one sided conversation with no one to chat with! That's why I still respond to every single comment! This part is my favorite part of doing KZbin!!!

I will take your feedback under advisement for future videos.

I wouldn't say necessarily that the items themselves are luxury. HOWEVER, I do think there's a clear difference in value between a Walmart teddy bear and a crocheted teddy bear even if they're all synthetic materials. You're paying for my time and skill more than the materials in a lot of cases.

Glad it was helpful!

Yay!!! Thank you!!! I appreciate it and I'm glad you found my channel! Welcome!!! The book is very very good too!!!

Yes, but technically speaking, you can make any amigurumi pattern with any yarn you'd like and it's typically just going to change the size.

Floral City in Citrus County. Was it really bad for you there?

Thank you! My other markets have been going pretty well. Can't complain too much lol.

Thank you so much! It's been a decent season so far!

OMG THAT'S GENIUS! I LOVE THAT!

Honestly, I love some piping hot tea about anything, but this was very multi-faceted and a good lesson that there's real people behind businesses and in front of these cameras too. So we can have opinions, but I've learned I need to be a bit more mindful of how I present them.

Have you considered selling online then? That way you can find customers on every budget.

I suppose I could do that! It's definitely simple once you see it. The biggest thing is just using a weight 7 yarn so you only have to go around the hair tie once to make it, if that makes sense lol. But I'll work on that video!!!

Thank you! I wish it would haha. But you've seen that room, it's pretty small. There's not even a closet in there lol.

Haha well thank you! Aint that how it always is lol.

I'm honestly not sure. I just typed in stiffened felt and bought what I saw.

This is going to be a really unsatisfying answer, because "it depends". Of course, in all scenarios, you're going to need to buy the materials to keep making your products, but in some areas, as far as upfront costs go, that could be it. Where I live, you don't need to have a business license, so I didn't have that expense. However, some people do. Where I live, there's a free market I could do twice a month, so as far as paying for events, you could get around that sometimes. Though, usually, I expect to pay about $50 per event. Sometimes more, sometimes less. But of course, if you're choosing to do events, then you need event stuff, like a table, a table cloth, a tent, a chair, etc. In most cases, you will be responsible for paying sales tax after making sales. You'll have to look up how much for your area. However, this typically only applies if you make money, so theoretically, you'll have money to pay those at that point. If you're planning on selling online, the cost of that could range. I think Etsy has a one time fee of $15 to get started at this point, then typically your fees come out once you make sales. But until you do, you'll still have to pay for the listings, but those are only like 20 cents per listing I do believe, so if you're not also paying for advertising (which is optional), then this can be pretty affordable compared to paying for something like a Squarespace website which is close to $40 a month, every month, regardless of whether you make sales or not. So, it just depends. At first, I'd just get the bare minimum for supplies. Keep color options and styles limited, so your expenses are low. If you are going to do events, see if you there's initially anyone you can borrow anything from as far as set up goes. Maybe you have a friend with a tent or table already. But you can always grow your business as your income grows which is what I've done. So if there's things you want now that just aren't in budget, that's completely understandable and total normal. You just work your way there.

Primarily Etsy. But I watch other crochet KZbinrs videos for pattern ideas and just go wherever their videos take me. But primarily, I do all my browsing on Etsy.

Thank you so much!! I hope it was helpful!!!

Thank you! Cheers!

Thank you! I agree! And everything is like fairly quick and easy to make!!!