Crocheters, agree or disagree?🤔

[@itsrosyc]

What’s your guy’s thoughts?? Also I’m curious to know what you all wouldn’t make to sell! Comment below!🤔🤗🧶❤️

[@youtuberxx631]

I think for the ones that you say are too expensive. I think you limit your self with that mentality you make beautiful work and I am sure there are some people that would purchase.

[@itsrosyc]

@youtuber8884 I agree, it’s that feeling of guilty of over charging.

[@Ewwwwwwwwwwwweeeee]

I would love to buy a crocheted blanket, especially that Daisy won the show, but around how much would most people charge for that?

[@youtuberxx631]

Your stuff is beautiful sadly yes some people won’t be able to afford but most people that buy man made stuff over cheap mass made know it comes with a price your work is worth it 💪✨🫶🏻

[@N08R76H]

You should sell shorts advertised as beach coverups

[@KankuChan]

Makes sense. Was thinking I could start selling my corchet stuff, but the amount of time I'm taking to finish one cardigan has me second guessing XD

[@itsrosyc]

Lmao I think the same thing when a project is taking so long to finish haha

[@truthbetold6543]

Get in if those very very expensive machines to do the work for u & set- up a competitive sales price.❤

[@jana5668]

Or you could take orders. Like they tell your what they exactly 2ant and you do it

[@jaybirdishhhhhh]

you could sell to friends or relatives

[@CrochetAddictHere]

​@@truthbetold6543no crocheting machine exists tho

[@elynnm3016]

As a quilter, I made a baby quilt for my sister and gave it to her at her baby shower. The amount of friends who said "oooohhh can you make one for me? So and so is having a baby and I'd love to give her one!!! I'll pay you." No thank you!!! Big difference in gifting one to my first nephew vs you thinking $50 will even begin to cover the cost 😅

[@itsrosyc]

Lmao this is exactly what I would think too😂 definitely not selling any blanket for $50!

[@seaside2001]

Exactly. People don't have a clue.

[@artsyscrub3226]

I don't quilt I'd never pay only 50$ for a hand made quilt they start at 100$ imo the ones at the stores are made by a machine that can do it in 2 hours the hand made ones are made by a human that has you know a life, and could take them days I'm paying them for that labor and cost

[@elynnm3016]

@Artsy Scrub Thank you for understanding this!!!! I feel so many people say "oh well I can buy one at Target for $40." Then go buy one at target. Not that I ever sell any quilts, the ones I've made have been gifts for special people for special occasions. If I ever did go to sell a peiced quilt, I'd probably charge close to $500 for a queen size and even with that, nearly half would be cost of materials. So it would be drastically underpriced for the cost of my time.

[@just_another_marvelmess]

Hi! I don't crochet, nor do I quilt, but I am now genuinely interested at what a reasonable price is would be?

[@bubblegum7655]

I just bought a crochet dress from my home girl for $600. We out here sis. There are people who are willing to pay. I am people.

[@itsrosyc]

I need more of your people in my life 😅😂 it is hard to find someone who will pay that amount unless you know them personally I feel like.

[@kkb892]

There is a market for it. It may be a small one though. For $600 I’ll buy something designer or something else. I personally couldn’t see myself spending that, BUT that just means I’m not the market. I’d love a breakdown of what a realistic cost would look like.

[@clareshaughnessy2745]

@@kkb892I’m a professional artist and a painting that costs £600 I would spend a day actually doing. I don’t know exactly how long a dress would take but I’m imagining somewhat longer than a day. If you had a plumber doing a job at your home I think you’d expect to pay that kind of money for a day or two’s work. Yarn is ridiculously expensive so I would guess there’s easily £50 worth of that, assuming she’d buy it at a wholesale price. Retail I bet there is 100 quid’s worth of wool. So 600 starts to sound pretty reasonable to me for a basic dress

[@beeppboopp]

It's a dress. I've see people buy prom/bridal party/etc dresses that are *expensive* like $500+ at regular dress stores. Same difference tbh. People definitely exist.

[@zbornak00]

​​@@kkb892600 is realistic, I crochet amigurumi plushies with weight 6 yarn, I have a JUMBO turtle like 18 inches in length and 2 pounds heavy nobody will pay the price I'm asking of $100 shipped. Yarn cost $23 and shipping will cost me around $13 dollars. It also took me like 5 hours to make🤷🏽‍♀️. Original poster :I totally get it. People really want stuff for nothing if it's handmade🥲

[@MathildaFlow]

I one saw a crochet top for sale at an H&M for 15 dollars and it made me so sad for the person who made that item and OBVIOUSLY was payed a starvation wage for it.

[@itsrosyc]

Yup. I literally saw a crochet bag at h&m also and the price was so cheap compared to what the actual price of a small business would be.

[@canisha-anncalloway6997]

There are also machines who can do it now as well not always a underpaid worker

[@AlyssaMercedes]

​@@canisha-anncalloway6997there are no machines capable of crochet, only knit

[@canisha-anncalloway6997]

@@AlyssaMercedes dropped the link to show you a few lmao I don’t have to lie it’s public knowledge

[@brynda2150]

​@@canisha-anncalloway6997 What's the link?

[@cuckywucky]

I was taught from a young age when I started crocheting that if you make a blanket and you don't need or want it you donate it to an elderly care home, it may not seem like a big deal but it means the world to an old folk who doesn't have any family, the smallest thing can make their day

[@itsrosyc]

I love this. We donate items from time to time to the hospital here on island to put good use to them as well ❤️

[@katharinefrancis6320]

Crocheted scarfs and hats are usually welcome at charities that help homeless populations!

[@itsrosyc]

Yup! I love doing the premie beanies for the hospitals as well❤️ so cute and tiny!

[@lauriekurad]

I have made them for an Elder Care Home. Believe it or not, they get stolen !

[@adrianushale6851]

Especially when one of the elderly crocheted in their life before. My great grandmother used to crochet and make blankets for all of her grandchildren and children, but couldn’t anymore as she got older. I had made a large blanket as one of my few first projects, and gave it to her at a gathering. She loved it.

[@boom-hq9cj]

If you're wondering what kind of crochets that would sell quite decently is -key chains -plushies -pins -Head tops/hats

[@itsrosyc]

Yes 100% agree with these!

[@mamascrafts13]

That helps so much! Thank you!

[@bluespirulina]

Bags?

[@adonijahgreer7350]

As a fellow crocheter I really appreciate this, a lot of people don't realize how much time and work goes into crocheting, and even more people don't realize that crocheting can't be made by machine the way knitting can, buying crocheted work from a store for twenty dollars is slave labor, where someone spent hours of their time to make it, I appreciate what you're doing, we need more people like you so others can understand

[@itsrosyc]

Awe thank you so much! And yes that is exactly why I made this, because people are willing to spend twenty on a crochet shirt from SHEIN but not when it comes from a small business.

[@hippybecca]

I was at the mall today and found a crocheted item in 5 different chain stores. All probably slave labor.

[@itsrosyc]

@hippybecca yup they’re making crochet a part of fast fashion now too. Smh.

[@twizzlerfree]

@@itsrosyc bc its cheaper lol

[@rach2909]

I dont mean to be intrusive, however, knitting by hand is(in my personal experience) just as labor intensive as crochet. It's just not as bulky, but people STILL under shoot price just the same!

[@rocks.and.soup.]

This is exactly why I use crochet as a quick and easy way to tell if a large company uses unpaid labour! If they have cheap crocheted clothes, then I can guarantee they do not pay their workers enough (*cough cough* shein)

[@beeppboopp]

I know this, but I know knitting can be done with a machine and I always have such a hard time telling the difference lol

[@SpicyPisces116]

I absolutely love to crochet (still learning) and everyone keeps saying “you should sell those!” And this is why I won’t. Also because, again, I LOVE it and if I made it my job, I don’t think I’d enjoy it anymore. Sometimes you just gotta leave it as a hobby so you can continue to enjoy it ❤

[@ashleyg5749]

I’m paying a local lady to make my family crochet blankets. I plan on hopefully using them for a super long time. I’m paying more than most because it’s a labor of love.

[@itsrosyc]

That’s so nice of you! Plus you could use them in the family forever!

[@BURZZA3G]

Totally agree! I get upset if I give a crochet gift and they don't appreciate it enough 😋

[@bellasanchez6904]

So true, especially when people just try to haggle you or say "oh that's cute but I can do that myself"

[@itsrosyc]

Exactly🥹

[@karakuryn]

Like you COULD do it yourself but you're not doing it for the same reason you don't tailor your own clothes smh it takes time and skill

[@MeiDoesStuffYT]

Yea, like they can do it themselves, take inspiration, but they don’t WANT to do it. They could grow food, make clothing, but they buy it from mass produced stores, same thing lol. They don’t have to buy from small creators, it’s just an option like everything else

[@-lol_loser_anime-]

@@karakurynbut a tailor isn’t costing me 600$

[@itsrosyc]

But a tailor’s services are completely different from a crocheters so obviously they aren’t charging you $600😅

[@johannalehto9154]

I actually think I would pay for a dress. My grandma makes a lot of crocheing so I know it takes time. My biggest problem would be if the shipping is a fortune for posting to any Nordic country 🙈 Anywayz my grandma does everything from blankets, hats, curtains and bags. They always look really pretty 🥰

[@itsrosyc]

Awe that’s so sweet of you!! Omg she even does curtains?!?! Ive never seen anyone do that before!😱

[@catafer]

Why not ask your grandma to make you the dress? Offering to pay her of course

[@johannalehto9154]

@@catafer She is actually decided to make me and boyfriend some curtains at the moment ☺️

[@frogzandmushroomz58]

I agree. The crochet dress also needs precise measurements and doesn’t look great on every body type 😊

[@itsrosyc]

Yes! The dress definitely wouldn’t look good on me unless it’s done to fit my body

[@traicho_9259]

The cherry crochet dress is so sooo good for inspo, i could make it for myself. It's so cute

[@itsrosyc]

Right?!? But the amount of yarn I would need would be insane with the little skeins of yarn they sell here in Japan 😭😭😭

[@traicho_9259]

@@itsrosyc Bruh, that's so sad, but I hope it turns out good!

[@itsrosyc]

Thanks!💖

[@APixieNinja]

Oh wow. My grandmother made me a ton of clothes when I was 2, 3, and 4. I still have all of it. I used most of the pieces as clothes for my dolls after I grew out of it. God, I miss her so much. All the clothing still smell like her house.

[@itsrosyc]

Awe that sounds so sweet, I love how crochet can bring back great memories❤️

[@jaimeeholder1335]

I’ve never thought of wearing crochet shorts before but I think a looser fitting pair would be super cool!

[@masiecka]

Totally agree. People think that if something is handmade it is cheap but they don't know how long it takes and then they are very aggressive when they hear the price for such a project! I will never make a tablecloth or curtain (even a small one) for a window made of thin lace, unless as a gift for a loved one, because it's a whole lot of work with a tiny crochet hook (size 10 -0.75mm) and would have to cost as much as a monthly salary😅

[@itsrosyc]

Yes!! That sounds like weeks worth of work but sure sounds beautiful though! I’ve never seen any sell that either!

[@masiecka]

in Poland there are still popular events where craftsmen sell their products (knit, crocheted, made of clay or wicker) and here you can still buy such handmade tablecloths or curtains, but they are very expensive and few people can afford such a purchase anyway because of low salaries. Still, despite the relatively high popularity of craft works in Poland, the awareness is too low and people do not understand where this price comes from.

[@AceOfStars0]

I second this. its taking so much motivation to finish my cardigan, but i could sew together a sizeable amigurumi plishie in like 2 days

[@Jrzy859]

Crochet baby blankets are popular especially for gender reveals. Bed robes (only goes to waist) for seniors in wheelchairs or bedridden, throws for couch or recliner use…

[@itsrosyc]

I think baby blankets for sure, those are the only blankets I’ve been able to sell or have seen sold successfully.

[@haileys5224]

The thing about baby blankets is a lot of times someone within the family will make it as a gift, so even though some people would buy one I feel like it’s still not as common, and people aren’t familiar with the price.

[@Smooburticus]

I think there are certainly a lot of people who will pay the steeper price tag for the time and materials, but you have to Find that audience and it's not always easy 😅

[@itsrosyc]

I agree! I’ve noticed only the right audience is willing to pay for the right prices that I should be charging. I’m still searching for that tbh lol

[@-lol_loser_anime-]

@@itsrosycbut why so much? (would probably buy if had the money you’re stuff is really cute just an honest question)

[@aflood3446]

Totally agree! That's why I have ultimately decided to not sell the things I make. I can't imagine anyone wanting to buy a dress for 300 plus dollars from a no name person like me 😂

[@itsrosyc]

Awe I can totally understand that feeling. That’s why I started selling with small items and then as you grow a clientele then expend to bigger products!

[@julie-18]

yeaa agreed I would pay like 50-70 but obviously that’s not even close to covering the amount of work and time it takes to make it by hand so I would understand someone asking for a higher price

[@badabingbadaboom1607]

@@itsrosyc if you don’t mind me asking but what were the small items that you were selling?

[@itsrosyc]

I started with scrunchies, beanies, and small plushies!

[@mylcrowl]

The dress with cherries on it is sooo cute! I think it would have been easier to sell if it was in a more neutral color such as a cream colour

[@ad6252]

I made a crochet blanket for my mum, and with good quality cotton yarn, just the material costs would make someone unwilling to buy it, I totally understand your decision

[@ellem7258]

The granny square dress is lovely 🤩

[@itsrosyc]

Right?! One day I’m hoping to make myself one😍

[@ellem7258]

@@itsrosyc If u do post a tutorial, please 💕👗

[@itsrosyc]

Of course!!❤️

[@mmmeaks2245]

That green dress with cherries is epic and I wanna make it!

[@itsrosyc]

I believe there might be an Etsy pattern or maybe on ravelry!

[@PartywCarolinaCheryl]

When I was little, my babysitter's mom made me some crochet Barbie dresses. I still love and treasure them.❤

[@booboodfool9101]

As someone from the tropics, I would love to have a few crochet shorts❤

[@itsrosyc]

It’s always a good item in the tropics! I would too!

[@saracruze2212]

My mother made me a queen size crochet throw for my bed like the green one but they were crocheted color of rose's it took her awhile to make a lot of the cream color squares with the different color of rose in the center it's beautiful .

[@itsrosyc]

Awe yes that sounds beautiful actually!! I wish my mom crocheted but so far its only me and my grandma❤️

[@imanimajor9305]

Baby crocheter here, and I completely agree although I’m so inspired to make blankets for myself and my family. Like just because, but I’m thankful for you (and other KZbinrs) for putting up tutorials because it saved me mentally ❤

[@the_labelguy_]

Omg the second dress is cute! Gotta look for a pattern to make it:D

[@itsrosyc]

I’m not sure if I saw the pattern on Etsy or ravelry!

[@n0vellette]

I learned the fun way that you can't sell ANYTHING crochet! Nobody is willing to pay for the time or materials. I even started selling at a loss, hoping maybe if I "build a name" then I can start raising prices. Nope... "Oooh, that's so cute, but I just can't pay that much money!"

[@itsrosyc]

I completely understand the frustration❤️

[@PhaethonCrafts]

I think Amigurumi and potholders would be the only things I would sell.

[@mamascrafts13]

Ugh, I feel this. I’m currently trying to build even a small sized business for myself but no one really wants to buy it because the prices I charge is too high for them. Luckily, I have one customer that keeps coming back to me, I do custom orders now mostly for her! I may honestly stick to custom orders from now on.

[@KnitsAndNerdy]

Absolutely. I used to sell knitted stuff at craft fairs and even the small items were hard to sell for just the cost of materials plus the rented space. That's not including the time spent making the items. The most profitable item I could sell was crocheted coffee cup cozies. I could make one in an hour or so, it used a relatively small amount of yarn, and even if someone could make it, it was a low enough price that it was less of a hassle to just buy it from me

[@aderuynil6220]

some friends wanted to buy me a bag for my birthday that was crocheted and they haggled so hard for a discount. as someone who loves crocheting and knows how much time it takes and you know it’s worked, I asked them to leave it and we got the bag full price.

[@itsrosyc]

Awe good for you! Love that you understand the worth of this craft ❤️

[@clareshaughnessy2745]

The shorts are super cute. When I was in my twenties I would totally have worn them

[@penielezeokeke3315]

Yesss on the crochet dresses. Although tbh I have seen people pay for crochet dresses. You just need to find them lol

[@diana1096]

Make your shorts with liners.

[@ijusthappenedtonotlikecorn8086]

I feel that its best not to sell fashion accessories like your clothes and bags in general.. Unless you're in a situation you already have a customer base that wouldnt mind buying those off.

[@itsrosyc]

True, another good point! Thank you!!!

[@Grahmahshanz]

Dresses, blankets and pants.. I would make and sell shorts ❤ Then we have to compete with retailers that sell a whole full length sweater coat/jacket for $49.99 😳

[@itsrosyc]

I feel like that would barely cover materials cost, that’s why it’s so difficult to compete with big retailers.

[@rae191]

That cherry dress is gorgeous!!! Is there a link to the pattern please?

[@mydragonhoardisyarn1839]

Crochet dresses I would make an exception for as someone who crochets as long as the person understands the time and cost. It’s like getting any “custom” clothing item tailored to fit only you at the end of the day, and it’s designed to your tastes so it is going to have custom item prices.

[@genevarh]

I agree, especially on the blanket one. I recently finished my first blanket, it isn't even full size but it's HEAVY and took a long time to make. I for sure would not make those to sell 😂

[@itsrosyc]

Lol thank you for understanding! Someone would have to pay me GOOD money for it!

[@Slack_Pack]

Something I would do is have a “custom” section where they can order things like this and give them a price and so that way if they want it they can get but you don’t have to pre-make things that won’t be sold

[@itsrosyc]

This is very smart! There’s only so many people who would actually do custom pieces so a separate section for them is great!

[@soblessed3157]

Crochet takes so much time and energy. I do it it for fun but I will not sell it because the price will most definitely be high due to it being so time consuming especially for big projects.

[@judyfenske1429]

True! You have to watch the items being made to appreciate the time and beauty of thes items.

[@inyowalls]

As an Indian crocheter, my mom told me that I can make and sell crochet decorative stuff during Diwali but I think people would rather just buy decor made of the original materials instead of paying for the amount of time it takes to make that stuff...

[@itsrosyc]

I understand, if that were the case I would charge materials and at least half of the time it took to get some worth out of it maybe.

[@aleenasebastian7840]

I'm also indian and I'm from Kerala. I am a beginner and the yarn is expensive because of that my parents are not so much supportive!

[@itsrosyc]

@aleenasebastian7840 it’s alright, keep practicing different stitches and techniques and sooner or later you’ll show everyone just hope talented you can be!

[@vickycompton9578]

same here,I was wondering the same thing....crochet garment's will last longer too than what we buy in stores ,that's one thing for sure,in st lucia they will say oh so expensive ....have u tried table runners ,baby clothes ,bathing suits

[@katiethewise]

Shorts actually sell pretty well for me! I usually sew a stretchy lining on the inside though

[@dolliegurl4607]

The shorts are cute, MAYBE they would sell as beach cover up items, but no, other than that I don't think anyone wants those. You are 100% right about all those items. When I see crochet items for sale, I'm looking for practical pieces like hats, scarves, hot pads/pot holders and baby sets or baby booties. Crochet is beautiful, I just don't think ppl appreciate it enough.

[@caidalee1994]

I love my crochet shorts because they were the first clothing item I made. You are right though, I don’t wear them in front of people, they are way shorter than expected.

[@itsrosyc]

Thank you! And yes they tend to be on the shorter side, that’s why I only recommend to sell in the summertime or for the beach!

[@pandapies6703]

Literally five things of yarn bought knowing ill need more for my blanket xD so glad you point out time annd materials

[@itsrosyc]

Lol yes you’ll definitely need more than 5 skeins for a blanket especially if it’s for you and not a baby blanket!

[@pandapies6703]

@@itsrosyc oh DEFINITELY!! its a blanket for a full sized bed big enough to also fit a queen sized bed. Im already over 60$ in materials not including time. NO WAY would i ever sell blankets because noone but another crocheting person would find prices worth it

[@sapphiremoskov8719]

Hope we can get the pattern of the second green dress

[@LadyStitches]

as a crocheter, it cracked me up when you said that if someone wanted a blanket, they could make it themselves because it's so easy 😂😂😂😂

[@ilovesucculents4844]

I spent over a month making a macrame dress and like 20 dollars on materials, and wore it to a concert. My friend said she wanted to buy it from me for 50 bucks. This is why I would never sell stuff like that

[@itsrosyc]

Omg! Def would not sell it for 50! Some people just think that if you pay for materials that that’s good enough but don’t consider our time.

[@lanadelgado2904]

Totally agree.. people don't understand how long it takes to make.. the materials may not cost so much but the time... tell ur friend u will sell it for $$$ x how many hours it took u plus materials 😂

[@Christine-pg3cu]

I'm new to crocheting. It took me a week to finish my first hat so I could only imagine how long it takes to make a whole dress.

[@susankinsman8445]

I get the blankets and the dresses. But damn thise shorts are really cute, especially at the beach over a bathing suit.

[@itsrosyc]

I think that’s the only way I’d wear them tbh

[@sarahkp729]

Omg brb gotta take my basic crochet skills up a few levels to make that dress

[@itsrosyc]

Same same 😂

[@suzannestokes7076]

Yes! Although I don't think they are necessarily the easiest thing to make for blankets.

[@itsrosyc]

True but I say that because all you need to know is 1 easy stitch to make a basic blanket.

[@meepmaster3863]

Good top three! Honestly I totally agree but I’d also add non-amiguri plushies, I don’t trust myself enough to attach the legs and arms the same every time

[@Valkari22]

I sell mostly hats, mittens and scarf sets, granny square bags are a good seller too. Blankets are a lot of work and money, but they do sell just with the right market; online is the best to sell blankets, at craft fairs people want things for dirt cheap.

[@itsrosyc]

I agree! That’s why I encourage people to only sell smaller items at craft fairs it markets.

[@Amaybe898]

There are people who are willing to pay. Just be transparent with your prices and you’ll find your customers

[@echoofshadows4]

Girl I understand this. I sew stuff animals and even with a sewing machine it can take me a good 5-8 hours or more to finish one stuff animal. I can't imagine how long it would take to crochet something I applaud you and anyone else who does Crocheting

[@itsrosyc]

Thank you for understanding ❤️❤️❤️

[@camilleianniello8778]

Love the shorts, should definitely do those

[@itsrosyc]

I was thinking about making some to cover up at the beach! That would be perfect!

[@paigemakepeace8695]

I’d buy a blanket, especially that first one you showed. It is gorgeous! ☺️🔮💕

[@itsrosyc]

I would too haha❤️😅

[@Sageyyyyy-gd9mn]

as a fellow crocheter, the only thing i've even CONSIDERED selling is cat hats and small amigurumi projects

[@torimosley5654]

Yup ! The amount of time it takes me to do my projects , I have people order from me that will pay cause they understand but I’ll have a new person come to order and get mad at me for my pricing saying I’m unreasonable 😢

[@arinnfreeman5262]

How much time and materials would they cost I'm interested in the dress and blanket❤❤❤❤❤

[@itsrosyc]

Dresses would probably take about 3-4 large skeins while blankets would probably take 8-10 depending on patterns used. I would charge over $100 definitely❤️

[@Talley.]

​@@itsrosyc oh, damn girl. People spend >$100 for clothes everyday. I was expecting like $300. Definitely can sell crochet dresses (if you want to!) for the appropriate price by adjusting marketing.

[@itsrosyc]

@Folderol1 yup. I feel like marketing and to who like that audience is a major factor to determine success when selling crochet!

[@scarletcross4038]

I think crochet dress are good for beach cover-ups! Though I think holes should be bigger so it won't be too hot..

[@itsrosyc]

I agree! I think that’s the only reason would even make one to begin with as well!

[@ceanabherd]

from my pov and experience I'd very much LOVE to have anything made by hand. didn't know crochet blankets were a thing, especially this cute! I'd deffo pay a whole lot o money cause it is worth it, for instance, it is a solid vivid and lively memory of people I grew up with and I'd just feel like they're still by my side, it would be the ultimate safe blanket for sure. and of course, as you said, the amount of work and money and effort put in. if I could, I'd buy all things crochet ❤

[@Vlogswmaddy-b5h]

For the dress I use it for a swimsuit cover up and same with the shorts and the blanket I use

[@kayscrochetcrafts3408]

Very true. I really cannot imagine doing crochet clothes or blankets for sale. The only blankets I allow myself to do for sale are baby blankets

[@itsrosyc]

Awe well baby blankets are super popular so it’s always a great item to sell!

[@PhaethonCrafts]

I think potholders and simple amigurumi would be my limit.

[@genug70able]

I totally agree. It’s rare you find someone to pay your asking price because they get it. Handmade is best made

[@myhumbleheartedhome]

Agreed! Any big item just requires more money than anyone is willing to give for the items.

[@loganbyrne-vs2jc]

I think when someone crochets shorts should use a smaller hook or use the moss Stich to help cover up more in my opinion

[@iamqueenbee9739]

I 100% agree. That’s why I’ve been so back and forth on selling my crocheted projects.😌

[@itsrosyc]

Yup as well. I think when I have too many crochet stuff then I start selling lol

[@iamqueenbee9739]

@@itsrosyc hmmm that’s smart I don’t know how or where to even start thank you for sharing your opinion I really thought I was the only one

[@itsrosyc]

No worries that’s what I’m here for!🫶🏻

[@CosmicGardener]

I also feel like dresses and shorts would be some of the harder clothing to make fit just right. Many crochet top patterns are adjustable to some extent.

[@CosmicGardener]

If I ever sell my crochet I'll probably shoot for smaller statement purses and practicle or artsy items for home use

[@itsrosyc]

So true!! Some items won’t be as good to sell exactly for that reason, if I make them then it’s to keep but smaller items I will try to sell.

[@bellahexdanna3220]

My grandma is making me a blanket and the agreement was I'd buy all the materials then once finished take her to get nails done and lunch and even that doesn't seem like enough just for the time alone.

[@itsrosyc]

Awe I think because it’s family and your willing to take her out as well its ok ❤️ if it was a stranger then no

[@haileys5224]

I just went to a small vendor market and bought a hand crocheted Perry the platypus with a detachable hat. The price was pretty low so I had to tip them assume it took them a decent amount of time to make it. Crocheted items are so cool.

[@itsrosyc]

Awe thank you for being so understanding! So nice of you to do that!!

[@ericay3225]

I can't afford my own work lol 😂 I get it! That's a big part of why I started making my own stuff. I use every little scrap I can get my hands on, and I frog and frog again until it's perfect because I'm not about to waste all that yarn. Also buying garments from the thrift store and frogging those for yarn.

[@chelsearoses22]

Im working on making things to sell, so far I think halter tops/tops, scarves/shawls/wraps seem to be my go to. Especially the halter tops are quicker to make and sell for a reasonable price depending on types of yarn. Especially cotton, but acrylic are good for different color amd pattern types, but the cotton and Lion Brand bamboo and cotton yarns, good go to 😊 Bur also to make intricate and cute shawls/triangle scarfs, if able to find the right target audience and reel those people in, the right people will pay. Especially if invest in good yarn.

[@itsrosyc]

I agree 100% to this!! Smaller items are easier to sell but like you said, the right audience will be willing to pay!

[@chelsearoses22]

@ItsRosyC It's just frustrating getting there but patience 😅

[@itsrosyc]

Yes it takes a strong mind and lots of patience to build up your clientele, keep working hard on it, improve your work, and advertise like crazy! Hard work will pay off❤️🙏🏻

[@chelsearoses22]

@@itsrosyc Thank you for your kind words 💙💙 Always a Work In Progress, just like my projects 😅

[@sherrieshepard523]

Definitely baby blankets kitchen towels and any patterns from 2000 and back. Most sellers in my experience want cute toys, dolls, and even then they don't know how much time goes into the process. These last few years, I make it for new pattern styles and donate. (Blankets,hat scarl,mitten 3 per pair,

[@isabellatidd4513]

I WANT THOSE CROCHET SHORTS OMG

[@Ranii2011]

The shorts can work as a beach cover up and it would be really cute❤

[@itsrosyc]

100% agree. Probably the only way I’d wear them.

[@georgiacorey954]

True. However I have made floor length hoody crochet robes. I only received about $3 an hour for 40 hours work. I made 5 but they were for my son & his friends.

[@TheDonnaDaniels]

I make these items for loved ones for presents. Only ever sold one item which someone (a friend of a friend) was willing to pay full wack.

[@itsrosyc]

These make great gifts also because so much love and thought goes into it! Nice to hear that you give them as presents, so sweet!

[@alexandriav3956]

Apparently KZbin thought I needed to see someone crotchet channel. KZbin was right; I did in fact need this.

[@itsrosyc]

Lmao yay!❤️

[@GabriellaCaballero-zf4qo]

I 100% understand that but I wish more people did sell them because I love crochet. I don’t have the time to work on one so I would 100% pay for them but again I understand I’m 1 in a million.

[@itsrosyc]

Awe haha yes unfortunately you are the one in a million. I don’t think I would make one unless someone paid first for materials spent and then the rest once it’s finished to guarantee I get my moneys worth back.

[@dahammm]

I have one crochet dress and it is my absolute fave

[@itsrosyc]

I’ve been crocheting since 2019 and still don’t have one😅

[@MeiDoesStuffYT]

I probably wouldn’t sell any of those either. Dresses would take a lotta time and the size isn’t for everyone, shorts usually don’t have much coverage so it’d be hard to find a buyer, but blankets would probably be the best to sell out of these three. Probably baby blankets tho. My mom spends so much time making blankets for people though. She made one for me, my brother, her husband, and his dad, possibly his mom. There may be more and she does it all for free. I do that sometimes with hats, especially since I’m still tryna practice my crocheting before selling. I’ve sold bracelets and earrings before, so I may start setting up booths again and add cat beanies once I learn the pattern and maybe some other items/hats.

[@Wtfwhatisthis]

I love the green baby blanket with the flowers 🌸

[@Zeptah]

I made a pillow case with the e Even Moss stitch... that stitch ate so much yarn for a 40 x 40 cm pillow case. I counted how many balls it was and it was 7-8 balls of 8/8 cotton yarn, plus the amount of time it took. It's simply just cheaper to buy a pillow. But I don't mind making something for someone for free... if they ask nicely 😂

[@itsrosyc]

Oh my gosh!!! That sounds amazing but tiring! Yeah I wouldn’t make something for free unless they ask accordingly😉😂

[@Zeptah]

@ItsRosyC Yeah. If people really don't mind paying that much, I don't mind doing it. But I will never make a pillowcase let alone a blanket in that stitch. Every row moves so slowly because it's just a repeat between two types of slip stitches 😅

[@marshaflorom4220]

Make what is practicle! Good advice!!

[@nessarolla]

That's fair, especially in my hometown its hot almost all year long so no one wheres crochet anything let alone pay the cost it takes to make. Unless its walmart because then they'll buy anything.

[@itsrosyc]

Lol I understand, most of us can’t compete with big retail prices unfortunately.

[@SapphireVirgo]

I know it takes a lot of time but me personally if I'm purchasing it the fact it took time and effort makes it much more worth the price for me and be something I would treasure. All art or clothing iv gotten from small business mean so much to me and I keep them almost together in the same room as my " prized possessions that mean the world to me "

[@itsrosyc]

Awe this is wholesome. I love that you have taken so much consideration for the hard work that goes into crochet products.

[@SapphireVirgo]

@@itsrosyc of course as my grandmother and I would do then all the time well I'd try to but fail lol I'm more of a painter myself. I love crochet it's so pretty to look at I have a huge throw blanket in black with 3d Rose's I got from a local artist in my area it was like £500 but they sold it for half to me since they know my family, so as a thank you I painted 4 portraits of thier family for them the joy on thier face was all I asked for . It might sound silly to most but art of any kind holds so much value to me I treasure all art given to me .

[@itsrosyc]

@SapphireVirgo gosh, bless your heart❤️❤️❤️

[@mikanviola]

Generally selling creative work is so much more difficult than other kinds of work bc if you calculate it the same way ie hours spent + materials used it often comes out to super high amounts and honestly I don’t think that’s incorrect since that is the amount of time and materials just as anything else would be. But people aren’t typically willing to spend like 1000 dollars for a painting from a non popular artist. Art is a luxury and I wish it was more acceptable to charge the same amount for it that you’d be getting as a worker at any other company. But it’s not :(

[@itsrosyc]

I totally agree with you but like you said, many won’t. There are lots of people who will never be able to see the value in handmade items and will always put desk jobs above this.

[@mikanviola]

@@itsrosyc Yeah, it’s really sad. Sometimes as an artist who sells my work, I wish we could go back to the renaissance era of art- where a super rich person would just have a personal artist they’d pay a ton of money to paint them whatever! Haha. It must have been a good gig back then.

[@mikanviola]

@@itsrosyc Yeah, it’s really sad. Sometimes as an artist who sells my work, I wish we could go back to the renaissance era of art- where a super rich person would just have a personal artist they’d pay a ton of money to paint them whatever! Haha. It must have been a good gig back then.

[@HealingbeginswithU]

I 💯 YES!!! This is why I don’t want to sell anymore! This exactly reason! This is all they wanted!

[@itsrosyc]

Yup its what a lot of people want but then they see our prices and would rather find it at Walmart.

[@HealingbeginswithU]

@@itsrosyc you’re right!

[@Truechildofgod]

I would have to agree with all 3 statements. I have been told plenty to sell some of the items I make but I would only do that if the item is already made and I don’t want it anymore. It’s difficult because crocheting can be costly and these projects that several hours, days, and sometimes weeks to make. There’s no reasonable cost that would be worth making it for that others would actually pay the proper price for

[@itsrosyc]

100% agree!! Some people think it’s easy to make and sell but they don’t realize any of this. Well said!!👏🏻

[@samanthacomfort3162]

I'm curious, as someone who tries to value an artisan's time and also I don't crochet, how long would it take to crochet a dress? Also, I don't tell people what they're selling is too expensive. Sometimes I can't afford a thing, but that's a me problem.

[@itsrosyc]

Personally I would take about 10 hours depending on materials and skill level of pattern being used. I too value an artisan’s time but a lot of people don’t realize the effort that gets put into making these items so many aren’t willing to pay the price. I would market a dress at over $100 if I’m wanting to make minimum wage also. ❤️

[@samanthacomfort3162]

@Rosy C I appreciate the honest reply. My experience with pricing in craft spaces is that folks trying to make a living are competing with folks killing time on a hobby hoping to cover materials plus a couple bucks.

[@Aurelia-bu2gc]

Oh my god the blankets are so cute