Market Prep! Crochet With Me 💕 Making 50+ plushies for my next market! PART 2

~✸ Hello! ~✸
Sooo excited for part 2 of my market prep video!! I'll be crocheting all of the plushies I mentioned in my market prep part 1 video -- for the most part lol -- I deviated a bit from plan but I hope you guys enjoy and get inspo for your markets!! ❤️
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[@crochetbygenna]

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[@anqlilli4534]

Scam

[@aFand0mCollect0r]

Not temu…

[@anqlilli4534]

@@aFand0mCollect0r yes

[@jaimeweigand389]

@@anqlilli4534no it’s not you just need to be careful…….

[@SnapDragon408]

@@anqlilli4534 shut up

[@MagicLoopYarnworks]

“The markets August 17, which is kinda close to September, which is kinda close to October, which is basically Halloween” 😂😂😂 Perfect reasoning ❤️ Best of luck with your market!

[@crochetbygenna]

bahaha so glad you agree with my logic 😂 thanks so much!! ❤

[@SiberianStitchery]

this had me laughing too, I had the same reasoning in my head for my market this Saturday

[@koolkoalagirl7698]

That's how I tell Time like if it's 10:12 I'll say 10:12 is basicly 10:15 and thats basically 10:30

[@itsyourfav_maya]

Haha😂

[@gabbingwithgabs]

How a lot of people tell other people time: the time, 10:12 pm It’s 10:12 pm which is basically 10:15 pm which is basically 10:30 pm

[@susanjones-szabo9595]

As a retired teacher librarian I have to reply to the pronunciation question-per Merriam Dictionary : Both possum and opossum correctly refer to the Virginia opossum frequently seen in North America. In common use, possum is the usual term; in technical or scientific contexts opossum is preferred. Opossum can be pronounced with its first syllable either voiced ‘uh-possum’ or silent. Either way, I love your opossums!

[@tracybetha9679]

Best explanation ever.

[@KittyCrochet2112]

Perfect explanation

[@Skynovaplaz]

Nice

[@JuJuTheDancer0915_Love]

I am 13 years old and I started crocheting from you inspiring me. I love watching your tutorials or just any of your video while I crochet. My favorite thing I crochet from your tutorials was the huge jumbo human size turtle, I love hugging it just like you. Another thing I crocheted that was jumbo was a huge dinosaur. You should try it, I not the best at this hobby but this dino was super easy to do. I also love crocheting the leggy frogs. I love all of your vids❤❤ keeps up the amazing work❤❤❤❤

[@Aliciya]

I had the same experience on a plane when I first started crocheting! I felt self conscious of people judging me too until I looked over in the row next to me there was a younger girl who was also crocheting and she seemed so happy to see me. We smiled and nodded at each other and it made me feel so much better!

[@eunoiia7213]

as a teen girl, I love to crochet in public, I just feel so cool and empowered haha

[@craftifulmade]

One of my favorite crocheter. So humble. ♥️

[@frogberries]

Another amazing crochet yr channel is Made with April

[@frogberries]

Yt*

[@Urlocalbagoftakis._.]

SAMEEEE❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@MarsNeedsHomes]

Really tho she’s the best❤❤❤

[@Leelove35]

I crochet everywhere I have to wait. It’s usually a conversation starter and most people want to learn

[@gloriawhite9585]

The Opossum thing is actually incorrect, they are two different animals. An Opossum is the gray animal with a large white face found in North America, whereas a possum is predominantly brown and found in Australia and other countries. 🙃 I love watching all of your videos! You are so inspiring! 🤩

[@Thebestrat12]

These plushies are so cute! Hope your market goes well❤

[@crochetbygenna]

thank you sooo much!! 🥰

[@sofievngebjerg8928]

Hi Genna, Not sure if you've received a lot of these messages, but remeber that plushies with eyes hot-glued are not safe for babies 😊 It might be a good idea to let your costumers know how the eyes are attached. If the plushie is for a kid, no problem... love the video btw ❤

[@amyburnette7324]

I was scared when she said that so casually. My tiny little cousins would love her products and they would not be safe from her hot glued stabby safety eyes if their parents did not know.

[@sarahchellis9664]

Regular safety eyes aren’t safe for babies either

[@amyburnette7324]

@@sarahchellis9664 really? This is good to know. I do not usually use them and made a few items with them. I have not sold or given them away. Secured with felt inside of the piece. I will have to keep my little collection and go back to my embroidered eyes.

[@georginacat7667]

​@@amyburnette7324erm... anything that is a choke risk is dangerous for a baby???

[@toschaferguson5749]

I want to learn how to embroider eyes. Does anyone know of a good tutorial?

[@sydneykriegshauser2538]

I always love watching your videos! I have ADHD and I always lose my motivation to do hobbies after about a week but watching a video gets me back into the mood to learn to crochet! It’s become such a fun hobby and I aspire to make as good of plushies as you someday. I’ll keep going with my granny squares for now😂

[@AlissaDiaries]

Genna don’t be shy to crochet anywhere! If it helps a girl started crocheting in class right before our massive French board exam started lol 😂 it was so awesome it inspired me to try to learn as well!❤

[@ChantelleArts]

Everything looks so adorable, I love the colours you used for your plushies! Hope the market goes well ❤✨

[@palomajean3967]

Just to let you know Opossums and Possums are 2 different animals. Possums are found in Australia and are a brown color, opossums aren't found in Australia and are grey and white n stuff. Hope this helps!

[@Ashley_Loves_Softball]

They are different animals, but the pronunciation is virtually the same... if you want to be technical, the one spelled with the "O" can be said with a slight "uh" sound, but no one I know or have ever heard speak the word says the "uh" sound... it's still just pronounced "possum"

[@ihavehotmail2]

I did not know that wow

[@ashleymathiason1297]

I was just looking this up the other day. I didn’t know that

[@jenjenz95]

I, too, feel like a leggy froggy 😂 Love that you’re doing another market and I hope it is even more successful this time!!! You deserve it!

[@crochetbygenna]

bahaha thank you Jen!! 😭❤❤❤

[@_urfavjanaa_]

I actually watch ur vids while I crochet and they really motivate me to crochet more, I just wanted to say keep up the good work ur doing so well 💕

[@Lemonrollcake]

The froggy carousel looks hilarious.

[@GinnySmith700]

The possum family is sooooo cute. They all look great. Good luck at the market.

[@HookedOnCrafts]

I think you could market your keychains as backpack buddies. Cute plushies ❤ them all!

[@Bree19]

Hi Gemma! I love your videos and am a long time viewer. I just wanted to warn you about temu and their shady business practices. A lot of people aren’t aware of the things that go on behind the scenes of businesses like that. I mean no harm by saying this, I just wanted to make you aware💚 good luck at your market!!! I can’t wait to see what sells

[@laurentracy6282]

I am just learning crochet and have been working on my first amigurumi yeti for almost a week😂 seeing how fast you are gives me how that I'll improve my pace over time❤

[@kathleenullrich]

Yes, the O is silent in opossum. Cute makes, hope you have a great market!!

[@Lorrainebreternitz]

Hello. Love the market prep videos! On the opossum front: In common use, possum is the usual term (nickname); in technical or scientific contexts opossum is preferred. Opossum can be pronounced with its first syllable either voiced or silent, but keep in mind that the Opossum and the Possum are two different animals. You should Google the Australian possum (or brushtail possum). Very cute!! I always say Opossum.

[@CrochetCreationsbyBrenda]

Another idea for your display is to put a riser on the back half of your table. So your table has 2 tiers. This worked well for me. I also put a riser on the ground in front of my table so I had 3 tiers. But that was because my space was only 8' x 6'. However, the two-tier table looks nice and allows the items on the table (the lower tier) to be propped up and not block the stuff on the top tier. Your market prep is always so fun to watch and very informative. Thank you for sharing.

[@yanettmac]

The mini sunflowerturtle, because he is so small and cute!

[@meowwow587]

Good luck! Hope it goes well! Just wanted to say thank you for inspiring me to pick up crochet again. I think I finally learned to do it properly (and i'm having a lot of fun!)

[@livie.crochet]

I was crocheting your strawberry turtle pattern while watching this! It turned out so adorable and listening to your video while making it was so helpful!

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww I'm so glad!! Thank you so much💕

[@annaskelly9370]

oml the light pink land turtle looks like a cupcake

[@Samantha_Butler]

Your market preps are my favorite videos of yours! ❤

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww omg tysm!! ❤️

[@Samantha_Butler]

​​@@crochetbygenna ofc! Btw, does hot gluing the eyes make it more secure? Like more bonded to the yarn? I have a market coming up in June, but the safety eyes I have are a little bit loose and wobbly so I wanted to try this! 😊 Edit: I tried it and I think I like it better! If I don't put enough glue, I try to rip it out gently so the yarn doesn't break! I would've never tried this if it weren't for you! Thank you! ❤

[@Cre8tivemshell]

Super cute! I would use a 2nd table. Also, put your keychain holder on an upside down crate or something to bring the bottom off the table. 😊

[@jmaddren]

Stuffingless leggy froggies would make seriously cute phone bag thingies 😅

[@kearratipton5769]

You can say it either way possum and opossums are two different animals so both are right ❤ good luck with your market !! ❤🎉😊

[@trishasmith2303]

I think if you use the crates you have left over to sit you keychain stand on the will add height to your display as well. You could also do that for your mushie box and have the penguins standing up against the display box. Your stuff is super cute as always and I just say and spell it possum 😂😂

[@crochet_by_ray18]

Love these kind of videos thank u for taking the time to make it ❤❤ keep em comin!

[@margaretdocena3932]

Congrats on the early completion of your market prep! Hopefully that'll make everything more enjoyable since all the needed plushies have been made :) Also, i just got your chubby bee pattern on etsy, as well as the chicken pattern you made! So excited for them!!

[@makerbell1688]

Aweee, I need to make those land turtles immediately!

[@lori.sabrina]

I thought possums and opossums were different animals 🤔 I absolutely love the video 🎉❤

[@laurenbrender3671]

They are! Opossums are grey and predominantly in the US, Possums are brown and from Australia. (There are other differences ofc but this is the most basic one) Another commenter said they're also from Mississippi and they call Opossums, Possums there

[@HeidiFetzer]

I literally just placed my first order from premier yarns last week and it came today excited to try out parfait chunky yarn I may have to make another purchase cause there was a color that I needed to get and it seems like it’s always sold out love your videos by the way

[@eunoiia7213]

I just placed my first order for $150, I hope it is worth it 😭😭

[@CuddleCutiesByJazz]

Hiiii ♡♡♡ I love this the plushes are all so cuteeeee

[@Crochetbykirsten]

Great video, I love the market prep videos and can’t wait to see the after market one! Good luck for your market 🍀 Oh and the possums family is soooo cute!! Xx

[@CharleeWyzard2013]

Every time I watch you, you make my stress go away❤😮

[@amandadeinhardt6388]

The turtles!!!!!!! I am a suckered for speckled yarn and their little necks are adorable! I'm adding them to my list of plushies to make!

[@FoothillsFamily365]

Thank you so much for the keychain tutorial!! ❤ your jelly fish keychains are so adorable 😍

[@owawasLyf10009]

I love that "he's so cute,oh moY GuAOsh"

[@jasminearodriguezdelrio4]

I love how passionate you are about your business!! ❤ I need to learn from you 😅 Very amazed about your dedication ✌️

[@caramello3707]

they are all so cute i wish i can hug them! congrats for finishing the market prep, I hope your plushies sell well and they all get their forever happy home 🥺🩷 cant wait to see the after market vid! take care genna 🫶

[@stephaniecordova5218]

Good luck! Everything was adorable 😍

[@abigailmarton7636]

I love love love love love ❤️ the sunflower sea turtles so so much. I wish I can just reach through the screen and hug them.

[@madisonbeerwa2186]

These are all super cute! I am definitely going to checkout your online shop! I think having Sully (from monsters inc) having some Sully colored plushies would be really cute!

[@fidgettoys5168]

When you were showing the chickens I thought maybe in your next market you can make the inside look like a chicken coop that would be adorable ☺️!!

[@Allthebvtchesgohere]

The leggy froggies look like there getting casted into heaven lmao

[@solveigfrank]

Not to long ago when i was waiting for my doctors appointment (which can consume the entire day) and i was just at my beginning of the crochetjourney i took it out no bug deal and ghe women next to me followed along knitting as well xD we instantly had something to talk bout…becouse im super antisocial but everytime i sit there now waiting and crocheting in the meantime…ppl especially older women sneak up on me and ask me bout it its so lovely we then share art storys n stuff

[@jacobashepherd3397]

Everythinglooks gorgeous , I hope you have a great market day . The opossum family is to cute , so are the axeloltl ❤❤

[@estherd3925]

Lol not me thinking that the flat leggy groggy was acute phone carrying purse thing I could take hiking lol

[@CamilleBeatriceMagan]

I love the leggy frog 🐸

[@carriehasaproblem4959]

Hi! This is so heartening to see! I’ve been crocheting for a little while now and have been selling a few to friends of friends. Recently, I’ve set up a little table in front of my house (we live in a quite part of a holiday destination, it’s a village though so it’s always quiet 😂😂) I haven’t sold anything but I have had a few people interested which is nice to have. I live in a place where there aren’t really any craft fairs but I’m on the hunt haha. It’s always so nice to see you exited about your plushies! ❤❤

[@carriehasaproblem4959]

Also, could you tell me where you got your octopus pattern?

[@LudmilaHarris]

I use none toxic craft glue. It's washable after 24 hours and really holds well. Just in case you want to try it. Beacon 3in1 advanced craft glue. I had toys washed in washing machine and dried in dryer and they stayed in.

[@fearlessfawn6804]

❤ Last year I crocheted to and from California... people were more curious about what I was doing... than anything else.😊

[@wendycampbell719]

Hi Genna, your little animals are sooooo cute love them, the new turtle so adorable. Maybe with the keychain stand pop them onto of your wooden crate to raise them up and pop you pickles in a crate. Love ur goodie good luck with the market❤

[@aim7128]

My fave turtle is the baby!! SO CUTE ❤

[@peach_Blossum]

MY FAV ARE THE AXOULOTUL AND MUSHROOM AND THE SUN FLOER TURTEL

[@carriescrochetcraft4828]

The O in opossum is definitely pronounced, though many people will just say 'possum (where the apostrophe represents letters left out). It is more like the Schwa sound "uh" (represented by the upside-down e in the dictionary enuciation guide - /əˈpɒsəm/, but the O is there and it is pronounced if said correctly. Possums (without the O in front) are different creatures, most of which are in areas like Australia.

[@toschaferguson5749]

This is so fun! I’m living vicariously through you. I’m a teacher and starting to make these pushes with some success😀

[@lorrimonohon860]

Don't listen to 'em, Genna! LOL You are correct in saying, "Opossum." Opossum and Possum are actually two different animals. The ones you make and that we have here in America are Opossums. You got it right, girl!

[@Crochetbunny14]

I was in marching band working my butt off when you made this video 😂

[@Lucy-mn3zi]

Yayyyy!!! I’ve been waiting for this upload!💕

[@fearlessfawn6804]

Yes less cluttered by adding another table would be great. Maybe if you added another riser under the Keychain it would be better.❤😊. A box or something.

[@JD-md1hz]

The point of safety eyes is to eliminate a choking hazard for young children. Snapping the back on makes it much more difficult for a child to pull it off. When you hot glue the eyes it is much easier for a young child to pull it off.

[@Marqaisa]

All your plushies are adorable. The land turtles remind me of the turtles on Super Mario Bros video games, different color but still remind me of them.

[@Katerinacrochets]

Congratulations! I really want to grow my crochet business so that it’s a decent stream of income ! Thank you so much for uploading your such a inspiration!!

[@alanahstewart]

My favourite video are the market videos!! ❤❤

[@andrealcharles]

Girl, you had me all the way up to “possums aren’t cute in real life.” Take it back!! Haha, I’m still subbing. Love all your adorable little buddies!

[@thebutter5852]

Can't wait for the market vlog!!

[@WorksofWhimsyCrochetCo]

I actually made a short about the rules for traveling with crochet and knitting stuff. I specifically cited TSA rules in the video: kzbin.info5p_Eb5pQ9Qg

[@AmigurumibyAbby]

Just subbed! Your one of my favorite plushie creators on Instagram, and I was super excited to find you on KZbin too!!!!

[@sizzycreates5108]

Hiii Miss Jenna! I started to make turtles for my markets and they all sold out!!!! Now all the things I crochet are turtles 🐢! Kinda amazing when you make like five of then at once. Also thank you for always making my day and making my laugh until I cry lol you are absolutely amazing and talented and I always get inspiration from you vids!!!❤❤❤

[@Ki_trees]

“ so I normally make sea turtles but These are land turtles! “ I laughed at that and my mother thought I was dying 😂😂😂😂

[@Aspen..Tail..Therian]

32:32 my attention shifted to my crochet for a moment and I didnt hear what she said so I though she was still talking about turtles and I can see it as a wierd turtle😂😂

[@crochetbygenna]

hahahaha

[@patientlycrafts]

I have been wondering for awhile about bring my projects on a plane. Was just planning a trip and thought I was going to have to transfer to a plastic hook but was still wondering for scissors. Thanks for putting my mind at ease 😊

[@CandysYarnCrafts]

I have one of those Temu stands so far. It's a great stand. ❤

[@Fl0sT3R]

The market is today, good luck! Im sure they will sell rapidly 🌸🌸🌸

[@gabiemiller]

according to merriam-webster: "Both possum and opossum correctly refer to the Virginia opossum frequently seen in North America. In common use, possum is the usual term; in technical or scientific contexts opossum is preferred. Opossum can be pronounced with its first syllable either voiced or silent" there's also another distinct species of possum that's native to australia.

[@mamadotscreations]

Everything is adorable! Definitely want to know where to find the no sew Turtle pattern!

[@crochetbygenna]

hehe thank you! added to the google doc

[@crochet_crazy5852]

im pretty sure possum vs o-possum is regional pronunciation thing..ive heard it both ways depending on where i was living at the time, so i wouldn't worry about it! i love all of your plushies! good luck at the market tomorrow!!

[@courtneyeddie8458]

I just loved this video! Such cute makes and the opossums oh my just LOVE them! I'm actually making some right now!!! I thibk your turtles are adorable too especially the sunflower which again I have one I the making! Good luck at your market!!!

[@tracybetha9679]

I switched from hot gluing to using E6000 glue. Seems much better. Some of my hot glue items popped off after awhile. So far I’ve lost nothing with the E glue. I clamp crochet to item then let dry 24 hrs.

[@CharmedMum]

G’day from Australia ✨💗🌸💗✨ LOVE your channel, great content and energy ✨💗✨

[@justynac444]

I love to watch your videos while crocheting best of luck🌻

[@sinastogner9118]

Hey!!! Have been anxiously waiting for this video…beautiful items…good luck tomorrow take care and enjoy 🥰

[@crystalgem25gillum27]

Absolutely love you! Your one of my favorite crocheters ❤❤

[@jaydenh1029]

i loved watching this while preparing for my first ever market! so motivating lol

[@ericad3850]

You're such a prolific crocheter! I love your work. I hope you have a lovely day! Erica

[@theresachucle5362]

Great vlog enjoyed seeing all the cuteness love everything you make so adorable and the land turtle 🐢 😆! Have a wonderful week and happy knitting 🧶 😊🧵🪡🤗🤩

[@Vercopaanir]

I think opossum can be said either way, depending on where you’re from! Could be wrong but people know what you mean either way so it’s not a big deal.

[@Eandcostudio]

So super motivational!! You’re my fav crochet artist! ❤

[@dovedarby]

Thanks for sharing how you hot glue the eyes on! Made an octopus for my daughter but didn’t have any eyes yet. Perfect solution for when I get the eyes👍🏽

[@eunoiia7213]

I don't know how old your daughter is, but if she is around 8 years old or below then please find another way to attach them or supervise her when she has it, hot glued on eyes can be potentially harmful to young children! If your daughter is older then let her know the eyes aren't super secured on and there is a chance they will fall out. I'm not telling you how to parent in any way but I'm just letting you know some important information that you might want to know :)

[@lararafalco2156]

I use cuticle clippers in my crochet bag! For airports. The idea came from another crochet creator TL Yarn crafts

[@BiancatheCrocheter]

hey Genna!!! 2nd time watching this lol love watching your vids while crocheting Im doing a school prep?? i guess?? my teacher said where gonna sell stuff so Im making plushies im so exited ! i hope i do all the plushies in time :)

[@valeriecolvin6977]

Hi Genna! I learned to wait until the end of the video so I can say everything in one comment lol😂 Good job on everything. My favorite stuffie was def the land turtle. I used to play with box turtles that my dad would pick up off the road durring the summer. They are sooooooooooooo cute!❤ You should look up box turtles! Yours however are much cuter! By the time I am watching this video your market has already happened. I cant wait to hear how it all turned out! (Disclaimer) I am crocheting a minion right now!!😂 Bye!

[@julieann5196]

I love all your plushies. I have some of those bigger key chain ends in my cart from Temu, I think I want to get some of the smaller ones. I'm with you about the eyes. I put mine on after the plushie is done. I use fabric glue but I think I might start using hot glue. Hope your market goes really well. I love the land turtles!! I like your set up. Doesn't look cluttered to me.