my best/worst selling items at the craft market (with patterns)

[@chaotic_crafter]

I think most people don't understand how long crochet items can take to make up. So especially when they look at the impkins for example, they see something small and think... I'm not paying that for something so small.

[@darkdest6664]

ik i just packed all mine away to send to my gma to sell and im thinking of unpacking them and repricing them lower bec that made me nervous. I have mine at $25 but all the accessories are removable and you can buy add on clothing items. Im prob going to leave mine they way they are but i AM sending mine TO cali and to a wealthy part of the state so im prob fine... still makes me scared they arent going to sell esp bec they took MONTHS to make.

[@fancydeer]

@@darkdest6664 it should be okay if it's going to be in a wealthier neighborhood! you have to consider your client base/the community you're selling to. If you're in a community where everyone is working min wage then $25 for a single item might be a big ask, if you're in a community where people are middle class $25 is something that people may be willing to splurge on to support a small business.

[@kimmy3303]

Last time i purchased crochet items at a market was for my kids and the chick selling them goes aw they are this much because the yarn is so expensive and i said dont explain to me i crochet and u dont have to explain to anyone. She told me she normally had to explain her prices to everyone

[@ginahorvath9663]

Seems like the small items take me more time. And I never charge what it’s worth. I’d rather sell it, than be a stickler on the price.

[@AnastasiaBvrhwsn]

My blankets (baby or afghan) take 1 to 3 months to finish. I sell them for up to $100 depending on size.

[@angellalawton1591]

Glad the Mushroom Impkin did not sell - Because I just ordered it for my kid - "Delicious in Dungeon" fan! Yay me! Thank you, Paige. I love all the impkins!

[@CascadeFiberworks]

That show is so dang cute!

[@tulip7903]

looks like you sold a lot! it's tough for noncrocheters/crafters to get why something so smol is worth so much. i would have a hard time pricing things lower than i know they're worth; we all deserve to be paid fairly for our labor.

[@Lovealwaystata]

I think it's the economy, to be honest. It sucks. I like to window shop, but I can't bring myself to buy a 36 dollar purse. Not because I don't think it's worth it, but because I have to consider what else I may need to buy or what other expenses might come up. Also, I have a hard time buying "frivolous" things for myself, because the economy is so costly just for the necessities. One thing to consider (which you did) is that maybe the vibe of that market was just not the right vibe. Here's to trying again! ❤❤

[@camillarich]

This exactly. Notice most the best sellers were functional items that get used for something.

[@flowerlovediary]

I LOVE the checkered bags! My thought on the reason for not purchasing them would be the fact that it doesn’t have a zipper. I’m paranoid about my things falling out of pockets/bags that don’t have any kind of closure. So that could be why they didn’t sell. They are super cute, and definitely well worth the price!

[@amricatt]

This is exactly why I came to comment. It's too small of a bag without a zipper for me.

[@mcollette6153]

Or the colors.

[@BeaErickson]

Zipper

[@marcydrake9159]

$20 was a very fair price for those 4 cuties. Raise the price and wait for the right buyer! Your time is valuable!

[@fennogan4498]

honestly I saw the price and was very surprised how low it was

[@dotchabot1928]

DONT YOU DARE REDUCE YOUR PRICES!!!!!

[@robzombie69]

i’m obsessed with the lil impkins omg🥺 also love the tarot holder, that would be so pretty with a starry fabric!!

[@loveakira4ever]

Promise it isnt the price, i think its the audience. I think if you sold it at the right place or online, they would sell and at a higher price

[@okuyraii902]

honestly, I think you under price some items and the reason they didn’t sell is because it didn’t reach the right person yet. Im selling my beanies for $35 and people buy them no problem because they genuinely want them and are interested in supporting me. Your doing great and don’t lower the price if they didn’t sell that time, try to stick with the price and I know its so hard because I used to sell my paintings for $20!! Now I sell them for $150. Do price of materials x time + $/hr ❤️❤️❤️

[@michelledoesitall]

update: i ordered the kindle cover! cant waittt! I've been following this market journey and you've inspired me to set a goal of doing my own in the Fall! I think the purses don't sell because, as far as I can tell, they don't have a zipper or closure. I personally am very clumsy and carefree with my bag and would worry about my stuff falling out. Maybe if you added those metal magnet button closures it would help? also I'm shocked the kindle cover didn't sell!!

[@meganparkinson8903]

I HAVE BEEN WAITING ALL DAY TO SEE IF YOU JAVE DONE THE MARKET !!!!!!

[@angellalawton1591]

YAY for her and YAAAAAAY for us! LOL.

[@gamespc-zi6zo]

SAMEE!

[@myragroenewegen5426]

My thought on low sellers: -That kindle cover is everything, but not everybody owns a kindle. If you add two d-rings to the sides, to allow it to carry vertically as a purse, I'd buy it in a snap. Or, really, anything with this colourful, interesting pattern on it that I cold use. -the check purses are a tad small for the price, but simple things add versitility. Again side d-rings that allow people towear a purse cross-body will appeal to a whole other kind of purse carrier, and adding just a simple flat patch pocket into the lining helps there be just a little more organization inside, which counts for a lot. This could be somebody's all-the-time purse, so the option to wear it hands free and abny extra internal organization pockets help sell that. I expect making the colours and pattern of the kindle sleeve as a 3D lined bag with crossbody capability would be a fair bit harder, but that's what these make me long for.

[@crystal6381]

i think the checkered bags will sell around valentines day, maybe with a cute fuzzy keychain attached and the string of pearls plant could maybe have sequins or beads sewn on. the bowl cozies you could sell w a beautiful bowl, maybe even a handmade bowl so that people can really see their use. also the tarot card bags you could market as card bags, they would sell to any audience. just some ideas offhand :)

[@joyjo2031]

The checkered bags and the mermaid market bag are reasonably priced and cute. I have seen more expensive bags online. I think it was your audience.

[@fancydeer]

It's likely prices. People don't understand (or care) that hand made items take longer to make and that you're paying the creator for their time and for the materials. Like, okay sure you might be able to buy a plush or a bag for less at a shop but you're not actually paying the person who created that *specific* item. The person who put together that item you buy in the shop did it for pennies on the dollar and will never be given fair compensation for their work. Handmade items that are being sold in a market/fair are priced to give the creator compensation for their time and effort and skill. Ugh, sorry for the rant. It's so frustrating to see people talking about "child labor bad" "no to sweat shops" but then turn around and refuse to buy from craftspeople who actually handmake things b/c "it costs too much, I could buy it on X-drop shipping site for pennies".

[@phanhoa9752]

I agree,

[@whomeerin]

There’s always the fact that people don’t understand the effort and time and materials it takes to make a higher priced item. But on top of that, especially if you’re at an event with multiple tents and setups, people want to buy a few things from as many places as they can! It’s easier to buy cheaper items when you wanna spread out your cash! But all the times that didn’t sell are items I’d still bring along bc the setting could’ve been off and you’ll always find someone who falls in love with one of your products and will pay whatever price it is just to have it! Keep up the great work!!!

[@Yuliasmi]

The tarot card holder looks like a sanitary pad holder, which I would definitely buy as it looks cure and has function for broader audience (like me) :)

[@SpacyMidnight]

The four little guys were sooooo cute !! They deserve to be at 20 dollars each ❤

[@MissJones0089]

I would have bought all of the bowl cozies 😂 I’ve always loved those things! Also good for cereal!! Put a bowl of cereal in one when you set up in summer ( or fake ice cream)

[@vegggurl]

as someone who just started doing markets this summer, this is sooooo helpful thank you thank you!!!

[@izzbizz1102]

$20 for the kindle cover???? i woulda been willing to pay $40!!!

[@mic4600]

i love those checkered bags at 3:10!! for me personally i would not have bought them because of the color scheme, if it were green and/or black i'd jump for it. if it had pockets too it'd be an instant buy!!

[@emmamajoros7939]

Absolutely LOVE the checkered bags, but I’d say make some in more “accessible colors”? If you know what I mean, like something that goes with everything or toned down a bit? Like a green-brown for example. I’d wear these as well but I think that could’ve been an issue is “what do I wear w this?”

[@skylablenman6986]

Something that has helped me sell more in the past is double stranding my acrylic yarn. It takes the same amount of time but is sooooo much bigger! Acrylic is pretty cheap so it doesn"t affect me with the price really. But I mostly do plushies. So this might not work with other items such as bags or accessories.

[@besupaaa]

I've started to participate in a monthly very very small craft event in my very very small town and it's a learning curve. I don't have displays or anything, still organizing things and figuring out. It's gonna happen tomorrow and it's starting to get cold here in Brazil where I live so I hope to sell my beanies.

[@grandmamn4263]

Bowl cozy in summer is great when eating ice cream in a dish

[@misscheer4eva]

I feel like the first ones need outfits so people can choose an outfit with them for me that would be cute but that's me

[@zQoQz]

your prices are great, maybe even almost too low! don’t undersell your work!

[@vassilikikyriakopoulou6283]

Honestly i think you under price a lot

[@VictoriaDefendine]

Fr

[@laly1able]

one of the reasons the tarot wrap might not have sold well is the sizing. Different decks have different sizes, I would be very hesitant to buy one already made and risk my cards not fitting in properly by being too big or too little, and it’s a very simple project, so many who are interested in a deck wrap would make one themselves (mine unfolds to be a big square towel, so I can read anywhere and keep them protected from dirt)

[@alsoscakesandmore]

Someone may have commented this- but I saw a story or something where the seller had the price on one side of the tag and the hours spent making it on the other. I thought that was super interesting. Haven’t done a craft show in years so idk how common that is. (Not that snarky buyers can’t be like- it’s so small or whatever it couldn’t have taken that long) but we know the truth ❤😊

[@annettel7746]

Nooooo! You are underpricing your items!!!! Don’t be afraid!! They are well made and beautiful.

[@autumnmiller9225]

Did one of your cats take a bite out of your microphone? I have one that tries to eat foam like that so that's why I'm asking 😂 Also, how much did you make total and how much was the booth fee again? It sounds like it was definitely worth your time to do it. I'm glad most stuff sold well. ❤

[@gofollowmeonpinterest]

she has cats so they were prbly chewing on it

[@crystalpackard4117]

I think Paige made a little over $1800 . . . if my math is correct 🤪She did awesome!

[@autumnmiller9225]

@@crystalpackard4117 thank you! I forgot to count it up as I was watching the video

[@crystalpackard4117]

@@autumnmiller9225 you're welcome ☺

[@hanoobinie]

the lined checkered bags are $40 in my eyes. plus they were super trendy for a WHILE. idk how they haven't sold yet?!

[@gamespc-zi6zo]

Hey paige on ur etsy it says mouse in a suitcase set for 15 dollars, is that a mistake or is that like the pattern? i know usually they're more expensive im so confused😭

[@omazingpaige]

i added options to the listing! so the mouse by itself is $15 and the entire package is more but i think etsy showcases the smallest price to get people to click or something

[@knightofmind8457]

happy pride month bestie!!

[@omazingpaige]

happy pride 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈

[@darkdest6664]

Glad the market was a success! I wonder if well see more market videos in the future! def time for a well deserved bit of TLC tho~~~

[@OctopusGardenFarm]

You should do a Ren Faire. They would give you the attention you deserve. I don't think your prices are bad at all.

[@vandalyarnz]

sometimes, things don't sell because of what they think it's for. obviously, if i don't have a kindle, i'm not gonna buy a kindle cover. but i could buy a book cover... maybe just rename the item! ive done that many times and sometimes it can make or break an item

[@Hooked_on_britney99]

I wonder if it would be annoying to have a little card saying the price and the length of time it took to make 🤣

[@eve_pm]

I've just discovered your channel a few days ago (and you don't have to cry lol). An idea for the plants that didn't sell, maybe adding a few small flowers in a contrasting colour would sell? I think it would be cute though.

[@yomomisjomom]

486 FOR MAKEUP BAGS-

[@mamasmiles1969]

The bowl cozies...just shift! Use them to keep your hands from freezing holding a bowl of ice cream!!

[@teddycat10]

Wait a TF girly sharing crochet patterns…??? I’m obsessed with you!!! Heyyy girly🖐🏻✊🏻🖐🏻✊🏻🖐🏻✊🏻

[@Dorkyshelbs]

Your prices are not too high. Stick to your prices it’s just timing ❤

[@thequeenn00b]

I think the checkered bags are hard to sell because they have kind of a teen/young person aesthetic and they don’t want to spend that much on a bag/ don’t have that much disposable income

[@makennadelgado9647]

the checkered bags are so cute, maybe adding a zipper of button would make it sell

[@katrina7501]

What do you do about vendors insurance for craft fairs and stuff?

[@melaniebaldwin2766]

Im in love with the hanging plant you did so good and its crazy how much people dont understand how much time crocheting can take

[@RowanFey]

Congrats on your market, you did really well. And thank you for going over everything in detail, including what didn't sell and how many, that is very helpful. I have my first market next month so I'm still looking for ideas

[@andrea5992]

As a word of constructive criticism, I can see why the items that didn’t sell, didn’t sell. I’m not sure what yarn you’re using but that would have been my biggest turn off. I can see how impkins take time but if you’re making it out of commercial acrylic yarn, essentially it’s a plastic doll. I suggest maybe using a cotton or some blend of it. Additionally, the arms look awkward and uneven (especially the alien attenas). The yarn critique applies to the balaclava as well IMO. It looks stiff and doesn’t have very nice drape that I’ve seen in ones I have purchased (not sure if you blocked it try doing that or maybe a yarn that blocks nicer). That the feeling I get with the straps of the checkered bags as well- someone mentioned a zipper which was my first thought. the mushroom pillow looks phallic especially with the loose top. I think it could be better stuffed so the shape opens up/ maybe some brighter colors. I agree that the planter is ugly. The colors are a bit dull and the actual stems and leaves look dead. They aren’t very full and resemble dead vines. I would just rename the kindle case as a tablet/ereader case and have a few universal dimensions. If people see kindle case but don’t have a kindle, they’ll skip over it.

[@Hooked_on_britney99]

I want to make a bunch of coasters for one in the fall, this made me feel like they’ll probably sell since people seem to like them

[@mariereed5042]

Thanks for sharing

[@aelacross8015]

you're prices are amazing.... i would buy all the mushrooms at that price!! Thanks for the video

[@bellaj7756]

For the bags, I think it’s the straps. I don’t buy any bags without adjustable straps

[@artifexarts2944]

I think for the string-of-pearls hanging plant if you had changed the colors like you mentioned I would buy it for more then $15, I was surprised you priced it low when it looks like a complicated pattern, Id expect at least 20-25 just looking at it. Then again, I am a crocheter, and know how long things can take lol

[@slinger6123]

thank you! i will definitely try the bear balaclava

[@Userusinutube]

You’re prices are SO FAIR !!!!!!!!!!!!!! People do not realize the amount of time and work that is involved in doing all of the things you sold at your market. Makes me uspet. Capitalism destroyed our way of seeing the value of things.

[@ChuckWilder57]

Idk if u care/will see this comment but that kindle cover is cool as heck and u could probably sell it if u turned it into a satchel with a cross body strap?

[@kmoneymafia444]

Enjoyed the video, but i subscribed at the beginning. Don’t cry

[@aprilkeener3345]

I've made the same market bags. I think I priced them at $20 and they still didn't sell. I love mine though! If people only knew. Advertise the bowl cozies for bowls of ice cream during the summer. Keeps your fingers from getting too cold! How did you display your leaf sprouts? I've made them but wondering how to display them so people know what they are. P.S. Your makeup bags are adorable!

[@chrissyfarmer2949]

You do great work!! Hard to tell what people will buy. All of your items are priced very well. So hold firm on those prices!! Your work is worth it.

[@synkronized]

dude $20 for the (clearly complicated) impkin is so underpriced compared to many!! i just saw tiny super simple cm round persimmons sold for $15 each!!

[@margaretdevries8090]

Think it’s the prices !

[@t.t.9081]

Those prices are WAAAAY lower than every other market video I’ve ever watched. Anywhere in world. Sometimes too low of price stops ppl buying. I know it’s insane but Ive seen this happen before with certain things over the years. Raised prices & they sold. Ppl make no sense.

[@PaigeIrene15]

The only things I sold were washcloths and anything plant related. So that’s my big focus now since my bag stock is still super high. I sold 2 but I had 16+ so not great

[@barbarareeder7997]

The checkered bags are nice but the pattern makes The bags look dated and 20-30 age group won’t buy if it looks like something their grandma use to have. More modern and muted colors could be the way to go

[@lmrharper3586]

Bags pink and red are they cotton ? Market bags ?, dont know why they wouldnt sell.

[@ck121395]

I have always imagined that any of the Impkin creatures would sell well at a Ren fair, or certain cosplay conferences.

[@victorlangston7150]

For the bags get away from the pinks and do blues I bet they’ll sell

[@arstyashley]

I don’t think the impkins was not the price, it is has to be the audience! I would pay 20 easy for that and I sell crochet too. But that is just one opinion lol

[@loisfrey9315]

Don’t get discouraged. Take it to the next market and the next market and the one after that until someone wants it. All of those pieces were great and maybe just didn’t get in front of the right person that time!!

[@sashacah1]

why is no one commenting at the screamer video thumbnail hahahahahha its omazing really

[@tupvox]

my first market is gonna be my local pagan pride fest, so im hoping some of these items will sell better there !! fingers crossed !!!

[@naturesgateway]

In my area, bowl cozies sell well, but they are priced at $8.

[@bethanylipscomb9278]

my mom bought me bowl cozies last year and i had no idea i needed them. but i use them constantly.

[@lexp2283]

trisha paytas needs that pink and white checkered bag omg

[@PaigeIrene15]

You should charge more than $36 for those bags… but I get it man. I’ve given stuff away for basically nothing just yo get some money back

[@jeanzei]

drop the prices and they will all sell. sell sell sell that's the theory

[@nataliehanna9223]

Def making these for my next market ❤

[@gigiw.7650]

For your shoulder bags, it could be the color. I love the colors but not in a bag.

[@beckylovesyou]

Your prices are soooooooo low 😮 maybe think about how you display your bags and things at these markets

[@amandacalbery3412]

What currancy? Im assuming U.S.

[@zwissler]

Add a zipper to the checkered shoulder bag.

[@braunwie]

omg? how you couldn't sell the bags??

[@t.t.9081]

Can someone tell me how the leaf sprouts are used, pls?😀

[@garrettwells6456]

Glad most stuff sold well 😊 very cute stuff!

[@maefoxworth8644]

I don't think it's the prices. At all.

[@user-me8nu5md4x]

Can you do a Stray Kids, BTS, or Blackpink crochet idea video? It is OK if you can’t do it

[@xx_mxxnlight_xx4782]

Yessss

[@chainsawmay]

I think your prices are really cheap

[@KidsOntheGoFun]

Great tips!! Thanks so much! I am loving making the scrunchies and I'm about to try the headband. : )

[@LittleLlamaCrochet]

this is a great breakdown, thank you for sharing, I didn't know what a bowl cozy was until you explained it for soup, awesome idea and might be worth it to have a bowl and spoon for demo. have a good weekend :)

[@Jasmine.crochet]

Wow! I’ll definitely consider making coasters for my next market. What was the profit? ( Only if you’re comfortable sharing )

[@maitiug]

paige i love your makeup!!! and that butterfly frame in the background is gorrrgeous!!!!

[@celestemorse1508]

Your prices are more than fair I think you’re undercharging. Could be difference of location cause I’m from CA (SD and LA area) so everything is expensive. Don’t sell yourself short, just learn to anticipate your audience :)

[@lyss_edit]

Thank you! I'm wanting to open a crochet business! Also pardon my English when it's day it's good but when comes night....yeah

[@pbelle1971]

I am so excited I found your channel! Loving your videos. And my daughter just asked me today to make her washcloths, so happy to have this pattern. Thank you for sharing! ❤

[@LauraSaukitena]

For the chekered bag you could try making the price 35.99 because in stores a lot of items are xx.99 and it just makes the item seem like its less expencive idk, but yoy could try intead of the price being 36 dollars make it 35.99

[@dolliegurl4607]

I'm shocked about the teddy bear balaclava! But yeah, I think the season had a lot to do with it. My HONEST opinion- people have access to really cheap items and don't appreciate handmade things.