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Hi Would you be willing to suggest prices for items like the scrunchies? I understand cost+time+mark up, but I'm actually looking for ideas of what people have been willing to pay per unit for sellable items. 😊 Thanks
I am 12 and have started to sew and sell animal blankets this month. I loved this video, so much inspiration! Thank you guys for the love and support!❤❤😁
@@nikhithanikhitha8211 I don't really have one place I learn sewing from. I just watch sewing videos on RU-vid and take mental notes. Then later piece together something kind of random. I did use some instruction for the blankets. I just changed them a bit to how I wanted them made. Here is the video for the blankets: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-IVcqJHVeVlY.html (Look at the comments) Sewing channels include: coolirpa, Gunnar Deatherage, withwendy, officialhambly, Micarah Tewers, Nava Rose, PaperStxrs, THISISKACHI, Jenna Phipps, Kiana Bonollo, Rosery Apparel, QuaintBawse // The Quaint Pursuit, and Thoughtful Creativity - CRAFT, SEW, DIY I hope this helped. If it didn't, I'm sorry.
Thats awesome!! i wish i learned when i was that young, most i did was simple little hand sewing, im 24 and barely skilling up my sewing lol keep up the good work though!
I really got into sewing because of the pandemic. I have anxiety and I needed something to do to feel useful. Also, I had family who needed masks. After that I branched out and made a batch of scrub hats for donation. Then I wanted a bucket hat... It snowballed!
He he, I HEAR YOU! But isn't it fun to sew? Just like you, Crissy, I do quite a bit sewing for donations - it is wonderful, and helps with anxiety - you're so right! Thank you for what you do with your skills!
@@chrissy24-7: I definitely know how you feel I just got back into sewing, I've actually sewed in H.S But I'm always still a little worried about will it come out the way I sketch it out cuz I draw fashion too. Anyways, You shouldn't be worried that..!! We all mess up.
I started sewing again since Middle School, and watching my Aunt make items.... I started making 3 D face masks, infinity scarfs. Etc. Candles ... Incense..and started a business!!!!! My hobby to a business💚 Looking to build my Brand. Thanks!!!!
Find an indoor flea market or craft store and most will rent you a space or shelf to sell your stuff and they collect the money for you and you don’t even have to be there. You just go weekly and restock and clean and organize and once a month collect your profits minus your next months rent on your space. I do that and love it because it frees me up to be creative and not be there all the time
There’s one near me and first time I went I thought “this is such an amazing idea”. It also means I can go there anytime during the week if I want to grab something (great place for buying gifts) without having to remember to get to the Sunday markets between 8-12 (or whenever)
Very nice and practical list, love it! Couple of things I would add: 1) face masks (for obvious reasons) 2) headbands (good scrap buster, especially for knits) 3) pencil cases (zipper pouch like you presented would do, but it's even better when when the zipper is in the middle and the corners are boxed - this way it serves as a tray) 4) lining for fruit baskets or bowls 5) fabric storage baskets, trays etc.
I am working on greeting cards made from fabric with hand embroidery on it without paper or cardboard. I'm not selling them yet but I'm giving them as gifts. I also sew momerial hearts on key rings.
If it helps you can upcycle old things into new, do a search for ideas. And practice on old sheets or curtains even, anything that is no longer if use.
Sewing small items like masks, pincushions or phone pillows as gifts or selling them and sending the money to your favorite charity is a fun thing to do during the pandemic and if you use recycled textiles even better for the Planet! 😊💕 Anna Marie in Sweden
@@99utrecht a cell phone pillow is something similar to a coaster but in the size of your cell phone. They are commonly used in offices or wherever you are going to be setting your cell phone down regularly on a hard surface. It just makes it easier on the phone to set it down on something soft. And of course if they're made out of something pretty that's even better! Hope this helps.
wonderful video ,like your ideias, ive made one little colection for child ,I've made a couple pieces for my daughter 2 years ago ,i realized that people don't wanna pay for well made clothes plus fabric can be expensive ,lately i sew for myself and family same goes out for knitting . 🙂❤
Love it!! I'm still a beginner and don't feel comfortable selling yet but I may still try to sew some of these just for fun and if they turn out good I may consider gifting or selling them. 😊
Such a great video and great tips! Thanks! I am only 11 years old, but I have thought about how cool it would be to sell items I have sewn. A couple of months ago, my friend’s mom “hired” me to make zipper pouches for her for Christmas gifts. This video was really helpful to me!
In England, fabric is too expensive to make it worth your while. No one wants to pay a realistic price. What I do instead is make things to donate to my local animal shelter. They sell them, and we both win, I like to be busy, they get a donation.
Find material at thrift stores via sheets, tablecloths, donated clothing to upcycle, advertise in local groups for clothing or garage sale leftovers. Lots of ways to get fabric nearly free :)
I do sewing for my relaxation especially the start of the pandemic it’s been so stressful working in the hospital so sewing for me is a way of my distressing my co nurses asking me to sell what I’ve been making but I don’t sell it I do give it as a gift , but maybe when this pandemic finish I will make time to make and sell
Thank you for everything you do! I'm a lab technician and have definitely been feeling the stress in my part of the hospital. Sewing helps me relax, too.
Imelda, What a blessing you must be for your co-workers. Know that your service is so much appreciated. It’s great that you’re able to use your talents to help you de-stress and assist others. We need more people like you, honey.
I love the head towel I use them all of the time but I make my own towel wraps too. Because I don’t like the microfibre ones you can buy I just take a normal bath towel measure it around myself and cut off the excess to use for the straps. I then just sew on the Velcro to keep it closed and add the straps. This gives me a nice towel that stays on whilst I am getting ready after a shower or bath xx you can even add a pocket if you like xx
For Farmers Markets sellers, I would consider items that are high impulse, meaning cute, colorful and useful. A whimsical vibe. They would be quick to make and don't cost that much to make. Flea or Farmers Market buyers Are looking for things for a couple of dollars. I would think $5 and under, but you could try other price points depending on the item. Have business cards to hand out to those who have purchased from you, or they could sign up for mailing list, so you could show them your other handmade creations at higher price points. I just love the idea of small home businesses for Women where they can express their creativity and have a sense of satisfaction selling what they make. Home business and online marketing of your crafts can't be beat. 😁😊❤🛍
Great ideas! Some years ago, I made a scarf for my mother in-law from from a large piece of raw-edged hand-dyed silk in the jewel tone colors she loves that I bought at a craft fair for $30. Because it’s so delicate, it really needs to be hand-hemmed. It took a while, but I did it and my hand-sewing was pretty decent. My mum in-law loved it. So even though the fabric was dyed by someone else, it was made special because of the handwork I did on the hem.
Loved this soo much.. I'm selling some of the items that i have on my channel. Some people learn and follow the tutorials others just ask me to do it for them and sell...
My daughter is 6 and we finally gave in to get her one. She has been making little pillows and blankets for her Barbies. We are watch this together and she is loving your channel!!! Thank you
I bought my oldest grand daughter a sewing machine for her birthday a few years ago. My daughter does not sew but when we visit we get out the sewing machine and she gets to sew and make cute little things around the house,dog bandanas, we made head wraps, lanyards, just stuff that is really easy to put together and she loves it and younger sis is getting old enough to was to try her hand at it as well.
I make many things, hot pads, zipper bags, mug rugs, also crocheted items but just don’t know how to price things. My granddaughter has offered to help me with Etsy but then I am afraid it will be to much pressure to get things done. I have totes full of things I have made even though I do use them for gifts :) Just my rambling thoughts, I love your videos ❤️
You can check out Etsy to see how things are priced. That will give you an idea of how to price yours if your interested. Also, if you only sell ready made items, there is less pressure because you’ll only be selling what you’ve already made. Best wishes,
Yes I have considered selling at a local farmers market. Sewing and crafting some items now to try and prep for a few items to have on hand to try the market before end of summer
I started an Etsy store last year. I sew project bags/drawstring bags and other things, knit and crochet hats scarves. I have a YT channel as well. Thanks for the tips.
Kelly, I used to be really intimidated by my sewing machine too. But, I made myself learn how to use it, but I also hired a lady to teach me how to use my simple machine and to teach me the basics of sewing). After that, I just watched tons of RU-vid videos, until I found people and projects that spoke to me. One of my favorite people on RU-vid is Erica Arndt. She makes beautiful things and she is an AWESOME teacher, she explains things SO well. Good luck and...don't give up!
If you go through the mere tutorials, even just how to thread and oil and insert a needle, then go on to straight stitches and tension, and bobbin threading, and practice those on junk material you don't care about (old sheets even, that are bound for the dump, and you can get stuff at Goodwill for practice), then if it gets stuck it anything, knots up in the bobbin or anything, you can look how to deal with that on RU-vid as well. Just keep practicing with those and just basic stitches, play around with all your stitches and how to set the tension and stuff until you feel more comfy. Then move on to making a simple repair on something or an entire simple skirt or bag or something. Then move on to something more high tech. Il you can practice with scrap material how to put in zippers. You can take it out and redo it. Then look up how to read patterns. Look up how to make a shirt, some pants, and play with that stuff. And when you run into a problem or want to move up, look that up here too. Just do this, play with it and have fun, and before you know it you'll be making it all.
Please don’t let your machine intimidate you! I would suggest you think about and write down why it intimidates you. There are heaps of videos to look at and groups to join for advice. Read the manual for your machine from cover to cover then grab some clean fabric, old sheeting or similar, and just take the time to play with machine over and over till you are more confident with it! You can do it!
That's true l have gone back to sewing after 8 years and am enjoying it. Am grateful for the idea if sewing for sale because basically I have just been waiting in customers to come through my shop for their clothes alterations or an outfit made for them and when no body comes there is no cash. Wow am so happy l came across this video. Thanks a lot
Hello there, thank you for reaching out. That is a great question and it can be a challenge. I actually did a full video about where and how I buy my fabrics online. You can search for it on RU-vid in the search bar "thoughtful creativity where to buy fabric online".
I’m trying to help my daughter get out of the traditional work place and start selling her own crafts. She makes amazing hard lotions, and tons of other things. I am an addicted quilter, so I’m making dog quilts for her, and we are starting at our farmers market. Loved your video, first one I have seen.
I just stumbled across your video and I would like to say thank you. I’m starting out and next month I will be in a farmers market group. I can wait so now I’m very busy trying to get my stash started. Could you please show how you made your scrunches I’ve sewn the elastic together and it still comes apart after several uses. I need help please
Thank you for you give me a lot of ideas, my only problem is my sewing machine i would love to have a heavy duty sewing machine but i dont have enough money to buy yet but im hoping that one day i can earn a money to buy one, i always watch ur you tube although its only now that i subscribed your channel more to learn from you maam, stay safe always🥰♥️
Just discovered your channel. In 2020 dusted off sewing machine, made dozens of face masks, scrub caps/cancer caps for friends, family, cancer organisation. Now know what to do w leftover batting from daughters recently finished Wedding Quilt (coasters). Bless you for helping so many struggling financially
I'm rewatching this video for inspo on something to make as a gift for my son's teacher and I'm definitely gonna make her a couple of these projects. I think for the reusable makeup wipes I might add a little rectangular piece of fabric on the top of the woven fabric piece to make a "loop" to put a finger or 2 in to help hold it when you use it...or maybe a loop of elastic.
The head wrap is a neat idea, with the "curly girl" concept. You could make the wraps out of tee shirt fabric (or 2nd hand tee shirts., or line the terrycloth cloth ones with tee shirt fabric. I think to be truly successful selling items, you need something no one else is selling or to be competitive you'll have to sell very cheap/how would there be a profit? But you do pkg your things extremely nice!
I think it also about presentation, the thought/effort that goes into it, style and overall idea! You have to have a direction, not just a million odd things to sell - in my opinion. These are just some ideas to get people started with what they have!
i bought a head wrap like you showed, 2 in the pack for below 10, this is why i wonder if how tough it is to make money for handmade items. tough to compete.
Thankyou for sharing! Even if you are not planning on selling things they are great to build sewing confidence or to make and have stored ready for gift giving moments!!
I agree the world is turning to more sustainable living. Where I live , all one time use plastic is banned. There are no plastic bags or even paper bags at our stores. They will sell you a reusable tote for $2 each (they aren’t very nice ones but usable) if you didn’t bring anything , otherwise you bring your own. Heavy duty tote bags are great sellers here. Especially the kind that fold up with a button or zipper and you can just throw them in your purse.
Wow, that's amazing! I am sure it has impacted the community and the way of thinking/caring of things as well! That's great - oh yes, I think I have seen some bags like that, that you can fold. Really smart!
What's also nice about the cloth grocery bags, you can throw them in the washer and dryer. The plastic fancy bags with nice handles and pretty decorations need to be sprayed with something like lysol. I would much rather wash them.
My 7 year old got my phone and watched one of your videos where it popped up. She absolutely loves watching your videos now and says you are so cool! You have inspired her to sew a little more.
Whaaaaaaat? That's so lovely :) I love kids - their creativity is never ending! You should do this one with your kiddo, great for fall decor - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Qg0FQfdz5N4.html
Some people start selling to friends, relatives an coworkers, if that's a possibility to you it's worth a try! (At least it's very common where I live!)
Just recently found your channel on RU-vid Alisa. Great videos and tutorials, I ❤️ your enthusiasm, you have motivated me to garment sew with confidence. I thank you from SoCal have a blessed day.
Hi Sweetie, I have made some of your lovely items. But you’ve never done culottes or shorts For older Ladies that look like a nice lovely soft patterned Skirt. Maybe RAYON. Your a lovely young talented Lady. Thank you for all you do for us. ❤️ 🇨🇦 💋 😇
My mom uses those shower head towels..!! Sewing fun but a little bit difficult. Especially with certain garment. I actually decided to start my own business..!! It's stressful to do it all by myself but I believe I can do it..!!
Everyone sells their good that’s nice but we take our scrap fabric making small items as a give away we got camping so we sew small items & give to other campers that stop by to talk so we do a lot of donate donate good ideas
Love these ideas. Fab ideas! The dressing gown sounds perfect.. the stores just don't have pretty ones like the vintage beautiful ones from long ago. Thank you!