SMALL BUSINESS LIFE / PREPARING FOR MY FALL MARKETS / CROCHET STUDIO VLOG

[@tammyklockenga]

I'm in Michigan and was a juror in a case against a large chain store for a bad oil change. The person who owned the car won. They had driven 7 miles motor blew up. They failed to put new oil in motor after removing the oil. Might be worth a consult with an attorney.

[@thecozybuckeye]

I agree, but... They did have a garage put an engine in it and in order to get it from the garage, we had to sign a document that we wouldn't sue. The garage said they had 4 more cars to do from Valvoline! It's crazy! We got the car fixed and they are refunding the oil change and UBER's. Thank you for sharing your experience. I wish we would've had more time to get in touch with an attorney.

[@karenlegendre8640]

Hi April, l very much enjoy your videos. I like that you talk to us like we are a friend. Your videos are long and they keep me company while I prep for my next market. I crochet as well and I love it. I agree with you about not doing that market and I imagine that most of the other vendors decided to stay home as well, so don’t stress too much about it. I’m from Louisiana and we just went through a hurricane. It was very bad but we were very lucky and didn’t have much damage. Anyway thanks for your hard work on making these videos , it is truly appreciated, and I love everything you crochet. You taught me how to embroider the eyes, so thank you for that as well. I look forward to your next video. 😊

[@thecozybuckeye]

Thank you for your sweet comment. I do consider you my friend & I love that we share a love for crochet. I appreciate your support more than you know!

[@CraftsbyTheeRose]

Hello. Thank you for sharing this wonderful video with us.

[@thecozybuckeye]

Hello! Thank you so much for watching!

[@makes-allsorts]

Love the new camera angle and that pink turtle was fabulous

[@thecozybuckeye]

Thank you so much for the feedback with the camera. I also love the pink turtle. It was so much fun to make.

[@crochetwbay]

Thank you for mentioning my pattern❤

[@carmenbriones3978]

Really enjoying your videos can't wait for you to start designing patterns u r really talented

[@thecozybuckeye]

I can't wait either. Thank you for saying that! I appreciate you!

[@juneclifford8377]

Another enjoyable video and as I have said before your hats are adorable.

[@thecozybuckeye]

Thank you so much for your continued support! 🥰

[@lesparza1981]

I can't wait for you to sell your patterns. Love your work, your vibe, your videos. Thank you so much 🎉

[@thecozybuckeye]

That is the sweetest thing I’ve read. Thank you so much!

[@SecretWindowBoutique]

Love the new basket stand! I've been doing the cut out paper for arranging my set up too! Continued prayers for Raj.

[@thecozybuckeye]

Thank you! Great minds think alike.

[@tammyklockenga]

Wow.. we have so much on common! Now moms that started our kids on coffee- mine too. Love those hats!

[@thecozybuckeye]

LOL! You're comment made me laugh. I was wondering how many judgements I was getting on that. It's good to know I'm not alone. Thank you for your comment and your support! I appreciate you!

[@zbornak00]

Love that first pink turtle

[@thecozybuckeye]

Thank you so much! It was fun to make.

[@kathymartin5036]

I used to do a lot of craft fairs with Christmas ornaments. Both indoors and outside street fairs. My stuff was easily ruined beyond repair if there is rain or super bad wind. You are totally right, In most places if there is rain people do not come and shop. I would also never leave my stuff over night. I agree with that. Sometimes it is not just the rain it is what is on the ground also. I have been to shows where the rain stops and sun comes out, but there is stuff floating down the street that had been knocked over. I suppose that would depend if it is a park or a street fair where there is a low spot for run off that you up against.

[@thecozybuckeye]

I love me some Christmas ornaments, lol! I put so many on my tree my kids laugh. I hate leaving my stuff overnight, but in the past it's been fine. They usually hire multiple police officers to keep an eye out overnight. But if the weather is bad, yikes. It gives me so much anxiety to leave it I won't lie. Thank you so much for your comment and supporting my channel.

[@ASquareGranny]

0:04 yay! April posted! Settling in with my coffee and project 😉 41:15 WTH?!?! Lawsuit, legit. That is HORRIFYING. What if she’d had the baby & - you know. I know those roads. How terrifying. Makes me furious and sick. Grrrrr. Always wonderful to “see” you and your gorgeous projects! XXX ☺️🫶🏻🧶🧡✨

[@thecozybuckeye]

Thank you for your support! I can't wait to finally meet you!

[@Littleknitkitty]

Love the pink turtle

[@thecozybuckeye]

Thank you! I love how it ended up too!

[@lesparza1981]

If me not going to the show means I can't go back...... that face when you said that I love so much....... not sure why it made me smile but thank you so much.

[@thecozybuckeye]

Well, you just returned the favor as I’m smiling reading your comment. 🥰

[@carolzabrosky9831]

Hi April! I'm now watching your video. I am so glad you got the card, and that it made your day!❤

[@thecozybuckeye]

Thanks again for bringing me some joy!

[@carolzabrosky9831]

You are welcome! You made my day, too!

[@debbieward-crochet]

Thank you for sharing! 😊

[@thecozybuckeye]

Thank you for your support!

[@hby3271]

Hi April greetings from Trinidad 🇹🇹 I love watching your videos. You are not only talented but artistic that’s a gift from the creator.

[@thecozybuckeye]

Thank you so much! How sweet! It is a labor of love for sure. I love that my reach is so far. Thank you for watching and supporting me. I appreciate you!

[@mylife-321-0]

I have been praying for your fur baby. I have lost 3 of my dogs over the last 15 years to cancer. Your new camera films very well. If I had a you tube channel I would get a nice camera too. Loved seeing you with your Mom. You are twins, so pretty too! TFS!!!❤

[@thecozybuckeye]

It is hard when the road is almost at the end with our fury friends. I’ve lost 2 from cancer over the years and it never gets any easier. Rahjah is going to be tough. He’s been diabetic for a few years now. Thank you for the feedback about the camera! I appreciate your support for me and my kitty.

[@Bebravebetrue]

Your video made me feel validated that some days it is ok to scrap my "plan" and do what I need to do for me. I get frustrated with myself sometimes when I have all these plans to be so productive and then life/kids/pets/work happens and I just don't have the energy to get it all done. Then I use way too much mental energy beating myself up and being disappointed. This let me see it from a different perspective so not I know I need to cut myself some slack and see that I can't do everything. Set my priorities and show up for them and then do what I can with what is left over.

[@thecozybuckeye]

I love reading your comment. I have days like this too. We def have to prioritize everyday what is most important. If something comes up and changes our plans, it's ok. Having kids and a business/work and juggling all of the chores is so hard but give yourself grace and a pat on the back!! I bet you are doing an amazing job! We are harder on ourselves than we should be. If I have a messy house or laundry to do who is it going to hurt really? I know I will get it done when I can and that's ok. Hang in there! Don't forget to slow down and smile today and enjoy the small stuff.

[@beckyhalfhill3552]

I need to thank you April, you inspired me to go for that first market. It was smalll, maybe20 vendors. Everyone was so kind and were so supportive! I ended up selling $799.00 and was completely mind blown! Thanks for giving us the nudge to just try! Thanks again! P.s. I love olaf!

[@thecozybuckeye]

That is amazing and a great profit for a first try. You go girl! Thank you so much for letting me know. That gives me so much encouragement. You just returned the favor! Best of luck to you in your next market.

[@theresashandmadegifts]

Hi April! I love your videos and the fact that they are long. I finished a blanket that I'm sending to Boggy Creek Camp. Thank you for the company. Your turtles are so cute, and I loved the jellyfish. I don't blame you for not going to that market. Yes, you are out $200, but your inventory is worth way more than that. And it sounds as though it would all have been ruined. I would definitely sue Valvoline. They are replacing the engine in hopes you don't sue because they know they would have to pay a lot more. 😘🤗❤️

[@thecozybuckeye]

Thank you so much for watching and commenting. I love your company!! I do agree about the market. It was just sad that I missed the market. This weather this year has not been in my favor so far. Hot or Rainy! Valvoline did have a garage put an engine in it and in order to get it from the garage, we had to sign a document that we wouldn't sue. The garage said they had 4 more cars to do from Valvoline! It's crazy! We got the car fixed and they are refunding the oil change and UBER's.

[@ladydii-ce4br]

Many years ago had exactly the same thing happen with an almost new car when they did not replace the oil pan plug. They did replace the engine but the car never was the same again. Good luck to your step-daughter. Thank goodness, she has her dad to help support her. Weather sucks!

[@thecozybuckeye]

Valvoline did have a garage put an engine in it and in order to get it from the garage, we had to sign a document that we wouldn't sue. The garage said they had 4 more cars to do from Valvoline! It's crazy! We got the car fixed and they are refunding the oil change and UBER's. The weather has not been in my favor that's for sure. Thank you for your support!

[@CraftofDestiny]

I love Scooby

[@thecozybuckeye]

@@CraftofDestiny Thank you! Me too! It was one of my favorite cartoons growing up.

[@melaniesimington2056]

Love your videos!!! I wouldn’t have risked my inventory for the show either. You’ve put too much time, effort and money into making your items. You may have list $200 on the booth fee, but that’s a drop in the bucket compared to losing all your inventory and possibly your display items.

[@thecozybuckeye]

I know this, but it was still hard sitting at home all weekend. I missed the show and was sad.

[@CharleneBryant-kz6gm]

Today’s our ten year wedding anniversary. My husband went to Hobby Lobby and purchased yarn, needles and a couple kits too lol. I’m so excited to take up crocheting again!! I’m looking forward to your tutorials. Good luck on your future shows/festivals.

[@thecozybuckeye]

Happy Belated Anniversary! Now that’s my kind of present, lol! Thank you for your comment and support! I’m looking forward to my tutorials too, lol!

[@CharleneBryant-kz6gm]

I think you’re onto something with the grid paper and setting up the booth!! You need to turn that into a kit for vendor shows!!

[@thecozybuckeye]

I love your idea! 💡 🥰

[@karenshields395]

Lived in Middletown for 8years and lived through some storms that were doozies. I think you made the right choice. All the labor and love you so obviously put into your stock and business is too much to risk it's being ruined by the weather. Not to mention that your transportation could have been affected by water in the roadway. Life can be so frustrrating. You have to choose your battles. The odds were against you. You weresmart.

[@thecozybuckeye]

Thank you so much for your supportive comment and reassurance. I appreciate you.

[@maguis_creations]

Good morning, I really enjoy watching your videos 😊

[@thecozybuckeye]

Thank you so much! You are so sweet. I really enjoy sharing & I appreciate you taking the time to give your feedback and your support!🥰

[@lisajones918]

I use grid paper cut outs for designing my rooms at home for years.

[@thecozybuckeye]

I have designed rooms in my house in years past. It's such a great simple tool.

[@CharleneBryant-kz6gm]

Your kitty’s situation is truly scary. I’m hoping for the best for your fur baby.

[@thecozybuckeye]

Thank you so much! We are just taking one day at a time! ❤️‍🩹

[@vickied6882]

Don't blame you for not doing the craft show in the rain. I did a two day market last weekend, set up on Friday, had light rain on Saturday, and heavy rain Sunday afternoon 😑 I had to set everything up when I got home so it could dry out.😢 I did very well, but I wouldn't do it again. 😅 Your jellyfish are amazing. 🪼 Thanks for sharing ❤

[@thecozybuckeye]

Oh wow! That sounds like a nightmare!

[@moweelimeyoutube]

Five years ago, an oil change place forgot to put the cap on. I’ve never been back to a fast oil change place since. You don’t have to have experience to work there!! Now I go to a regular mechanic and pay a little bit more and take a little bit more time. It’s worth the peace of mind.

[@thecozybuckeye]

My husband normally does it for her, but she was trying to cut him a break. How ironic? Lol

[@moweelimeyoutube]

@@thecozybuckeye Oh that’s so sweet

[@happylittle426]

Coffee is great for adhd!! Who knew you were self medicating all this time 💜☀️

[@thecozybuckeye]

Right! I've been told I'm bougie about my coffee. I love me some coffee and my son too, lol.

[@juliavanoosten1093]

They eyes of the pink turtle remind me of the character in the barbie mermaid movie.

[@thecozybuckeye]

Lol. I love that movie!

[@LizaEligio]

Hi there I love watching your vlog . I want to buy one of your hat. My favorite animal is a hippo. I hope you can improve on the hippo’s nose of your hat so I can order. Thank you for your weekly vlog . Have a great week ahead

[@thecozybuckeye]

Hello and thank you for watching. What would you like to see different for the hippo? Have a great weekend yourself.

[@LizaEligio]

@@thecozybuckeye Hi April ! Thank you for replying to my message. The hippo’s nose becomes flat when worn. Or maybe it only looks like flat on the picture. Maybe adding a little bit more filling will be good. What size fits the adult woman? I can’t wait for Friday to watch your vlog. You inspire me to crochet. So far I made 3 bags and I am hooked 🤗❤️

[@LizaEligio]

@@thecozybuckeye April I meant the snout of the hippo being flat when worn.

[@carmenbriones3978]

Hello I hope everything is well... what color did you use for your Randall hat? Love the color

[@thecozybuckeye]

Thank you! I hope you are having a good weekend. The color I use is Amethyst by I love this yarn from Hobby Lobby.

[@KimPerez-so4hv]

Sending you lots of continued prayers for Raja! I would absolutely have opted to not go to the market like you did. The howling wind in the background in the second half of your vlog was unreal! Two weeks ago I had a market that was rained out. We got as far as setting up tents and then the skies opened up, downpour, thunder, lightening and wind. We kept the inventory in the cars and huddled under the tent for about 45 minutes before the coordinator finally came over and dismissed us. This past weekend we had two markets (one on Sat., and an Applefest on Sun). No rain but the wind was bad, especially the gusts. It destroyed several display items including the chicken coop my husband built for me and I had to chase plushies all over the place. No way would I have left my set-up overnight in those conditions like you would have had to! Question for you... I too like hanging some inventory from my tent structure. This past weekend I made fall/Halloween themed fabric pennant banners (which were for sale) and strung them from the outside and across the inside of my tent. It looked so cool and I received a ton of compliments. That said, the rest of my shows this year are indoors. How do you hang things for your indoor markets? I've seen some vendors put up the structure of their tents and leave off the actual canopy so they could still hang things. What have you done or would you do?

[@thecozybuckeye]

If you can put up a tent inside, I would go for it! I love the look of my jellyfish hanging in the tent. It's so cute! I haven't had to display them inside yet, but I will let you know when I figure it out. Thanks for reminding me to think about that! I'm sorry you had a crappy market in the rain and wind. That is not fun at all, and I do feel for you. Here's to hoping we get some good weather and amazing sales going forward.

[@Mandas_Life]

Use a tea trees based shampoo for your baby it really helps with the itching

[@thecozybuckeye]

Thank you so much! I will!

[@Becscrochetbotique]

I absolutely would not set up a market stall in weather like that. It's not worth the loss of inventory. If you're not planning to do the markets next year, then I think you should keep your inventory safe. Otherwise you'll just be a stressed mess the whole weekend. Most people won't go shopping in weather like that anyway. Hopefully the weather holds for you though ❤

[@thecozybuckeye]

This Ohio weather is killing me. It has been so hot, and I need it to be around 60 degrees to move these hats. At least under 70 degrees. Thank you so much for your words of encouragement! I appreciate you more than you know.

[@Becscrochetbotique]

@thecozybuckeye I really hope the weather gives for you soon 🙏 I live in Sydney, Australia, and we barely had a winter this year. It was unseasonably warm, and now it's a warmer spring than I can recall. I thought that because it was so warm here already, it would be starting to cool down for you guys! I'll keep my fingers crossed for you, lovely 🤞

[@gloriaturley324]

Another great video. I didn't hear you mention your cat, did he pass?

[@thecozybuckeye]

He did not, thank goodness! We are going to enjoy every day we can. ❤️‍🩹

[@sk13507]

You. made the right decision not to go to the market. I rather lose the deposit fee than have thousand of dollars worth of inventory be destroyed. They should refund all the vendors, I mean how do you expect your vendors to come out in the rain/storm. Does not make any sense. Always look forward to your videos. Take Care.

[@thecozybuckeye]

I wish I could've been refunded. But the contract says rain or shine, so they don't have to. It's ridiculous. Thank you so much for watching! I hope you have a great week.

[@808_waipahu2]

Some of your hats are licensed characters, have you had any problems selling them?

[@thecozybuckeye]

@@808_waipahu2 I have learned not to use the actual names or brands.

[@lindasakseide282]

I would not go to that market if there is a chance of your things flying away and whatnot... And how unlucky your step daughter with the car. It must have been a terrible experience for her, and I guess the "garage" without a doubt will cover her new engine. It´s a human mistakes, and those happen, but of course they should compensate her for their mistake, even if it it really expensive. It´s just the right thing to do. I LOVE LOVE LOVE ALL YOUR HATS, - as I guess you understand, watching me making some myself ;-)

[@thecozybuckeye]

Oh man, dealing with this garage was a nightmare for my family. Our daughter needed us to deal with them. The engine did get replaced and it was $8k. The hats have always been fun to design and I’m so glad you love them Linda!!

[@karenshields395]

I wouldn't take the chance of my inventory being ruined in the storm.

[@thecozybuckeye]

I agree with that. 100%

[@mdp3827]

I feel for you hun. You sound soooo stressed out.

[@thecozybuckeye]

@@mdp3827 Halloween sales on Etsy and October Markets is a lot, but I take solace knowing it’s short lived. I think worrying for my cat right now is the worst part. I hope you are doing well. Thank you for your comment and support! ❤️

[@mdp3827]

@@thecozybuckeye my cat is my baby. I can’t even begin to imagine. Sending massive hugs