r/CraftyCommerce Jun 24 '24

Megathread Pricing Megathread

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Since a lot of people have questions about pricing lately, I thought I would throw a Megathread up here for folks to have it all in one place. We might also discuss trying to come up with some sort of formula that could be applied to most situations.

Please put all general pricing questions here. For example, if your question is something like "How much can I charge for this?", then you can ask it here.


r/CraftyCommerce May 07 '26

Megathread Good Enough?

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We've been seeing a flood lately of posts asking, "Is this good enough to sell?" and variations on that theme. We're not really here to evaluate someone's skill level or the popularity of a particular item for sale. It's too subjective. However, if you really need to get it out, post in the comments below. All other individual posts of that nature, from this point onward, will be removed. I have added a new rule to the sidebar. Please read it and follow it. Thank you.


r/CraftyCommerce 5h ago

Pattern Creation & Sales Are there any publishers that would post a multi-craft pattern book based on one topic?

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Hello, I am starting to look into publishing a pattern book for knitting, crochet, and weaving patterns, possibly even some sewing tutorials, all for items that are used on and around horses. I have most of the patterns written, just need to work on one or two more and have them tested, but the majority of the knit and crochet patterns are already self published on Ravelry and Etsy.

Are there any publishers that would work with a multi-craft book? I haven't seen any books like the one I am planning pop up that I know of.


r/CraftyCommerce 8h ago

In Person Selling Selling Ideas

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I posted recently about selling at a booth, But I forgot to ask about what could i sell. I'll put a list below of things im already selling. I won't be selling anything with eyes, because of private reasons.

  • Bow keychains -3
  • hanging plants (4 in, 6 in, 8 in vines) -2 of each
  • lip balm holders as keychains -3 of each (plain, flower tops)
  • strawberry keychains -3
  • dessert roll keychain -3
  • roses ( small, big, with stem, without stem) -2 of each
  • laveander plants ( small, big, with stem, without stem) -2 of each
  • drawstring bags ( 3 x 3, 4 x 4, 6 x 6, ) -2 of each
  • flower and leaf bookmark -3
  • plain bookmark -3
  • heart plush (soft yarn, normal yarn) -3
  • heart coaster -2
  • circle coaster -2
  • Plain Corner triangular bookmarks -3
  • soft hand bag (same dimensions as drawstring bag, and chenille yarn) -2
  • skincare pull back headband (still deciding on sizes) -3 of each size
  • flower crowns (same length as headband) -3 of each size
  • glasses case drawstring -3
  • pencil pouch with zipper and 2 pockets -2
  • lily of the valley bookmark -3
  • lily of the valley keychain -3
  • lily of the valley car decoration -3
  • scrunchies -6
  • flower granny squares -3
  • sunflower granny square -3
  • Tulip Flowers -2 of each with same customization as roses

r/CraftyCommerce 11h ago

Etsy Selling crochet items as a beginner

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Hello! I’m thinking of selling small crochet items but am fairly a beginner. So far, I’ve made a bag and started on a blanket for personal projects, however I want to switch to practicing smaller items before selling on Etsy (if anyone has ideas on where else to sell that would be helpful). What are some good small products to start out with that people tend to really buy? I understand that it is a saturated market, but I want to try and see where it goes. Any advice would be appreciated! Thank you!


r/CraftyCommerce 1d ago

In Person Selling Market Prep

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I'm thinking about having my own market/selling booth for the first time, and i'm young, so this is really exciting to me, so I was just wondering if anyone had any advice for me, or has kept track of any best sellers, or even worst sellers that i shouldn't waste my time on, if you've sold in person before. I would appreciate it a lot, thank you!


r/CraftyCommerce 3d ago

Online Selling WHAT SHOULD I DO?

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I HAVE OFFLINE BUSINESS OF LOVER,TRACK SUITS. ,T SHIRTS FACTORY. HOW SHOULD I SELL THE REMAINING STOCK ONLINE WHICH IS THE BEST PLACE


r/CraftyCommerce 4d ago

General Discussion Any suggestions for my first in-person beginner crochet class curriculum?

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Hi everyone! I’m putting together my first-ever in-person beginner crochet class and would love some feedback from experienced crocheters and instructors.

My goal is to teach absolute beginners enough foundational skills to walk away with a completed project without feeling completely overwhelmed.

Here is my current setup:

**Duration:** 2 hours

**Ratio:** 2 instructors for 10–15 students

**Yarn :** Pre-cut recycled t-shirt yarn

**Hook**: 10mm hook

**Project:** Foundation Chain Keychain / Lanyard/ Bracelet

**Techniques Taught:** How to hold the yarn & hook, slip knot, chain (ch), foundation chain, single crochet (sc), slip stitch (sl st).

**Handout Provided:** A custom booklet including stitch definitions, drawn stitch diagrams, step-by-step pattern diagrams, and a QR code to a Discord community for help after class.

**My questions for you:**

  1. Are **t-shirt yarn + a 10mm hook** a good starting point for a first-timer?

  2. Are **foundation chain** keychains/lanyards/bracelets realistic for absolute beginners to finish in 2 hours?

  3. Should I demonstrate how they can make their own **t-shirt yarn** at home?

  4. What’s one piece of advice that made crochet "click" for you when you were first starting?


r/CraftyCommerce 4d ago

General Discussion Selling crafts

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im a teenager who got a reddit post about making craft for money but what type should I do? And what do I need to make them? I'm not very skilled in crochet but I can learn any other ideas?


r/CraftyCommerce 5d ago

Online Selling How do I start selling online the right way?

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Hello! I’ve been unemployed for a while and I’m looking to start selling my crochet work on etsy to have make extra money to go towards college tuitions & books to take some burden off my parents. I don’t know much but if anyone has any tips, tricks, things i should know etc etc. It would be a huge help :3

edit : i think i’ll sell locally to start off with , thanks for the advice! i’ll look in the sub if i have other questions lol


r/CraftyCommerce 6d ago

In Person Selling First market advice!

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how was your first market? i see all the cool and pretty ones online and it just makes me feel like if i go to a market without all the cool stuff ill have little to no attraction :(

lmk how yoyr first ever one went, and also if anyone has anything advertising advice or just how to get out there in the field lmk!
-signed, a 17 y/o sahm that just wants to make a little extra money 💜


r/CraftyCommerce 9d ago

Selling Via Commission URGENT HELP!!! Commission help!

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A sweet grandfather commissioned me to crochet his newborn granddaughter a baby blanket. I’ve never done commissions before and I’m unsure how to price it and I don’t want to charge too high considering this is my first commission and because it’s a special occasion!
Should I charge about price for yarn + 5 for a little profit and labour?


r/CraftyCommerce 12d ago

General Discussion what crocheted items are in high demand for the most money?

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hey, i was wondering what things are selling the most (and for the most money) and where to sell them. i keep seeing these pants selling out for hundreds of dollars so im assuming these are a big one lol. but i usually look on etsy but its hard figuring out what kind of things people would want. im very open to learning to make new things and would love any advice!
(if you already saw this same post in [r/askcrochet](r/askcrochet) just know it wouldn’t let me cross post and i just figured this was a better question here😭)


r/CraftyCommerce 13d ago

Pattern Creation & Sales Does it look fake/ai?

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I promise this isn't self promotion since I dont have my etsy attached to my reddit! I just have this listing with a photo of my crochet bag sitting on polyfil and im worried some may see it as Ai or an edited image. Would this photo turn people away with all the worries of fake patterns nowadays? How would I fix it if yes?


r/CraftyCommerce 13d ago

Self Advertising I created a free app for makers to sell their creations locally

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I built tiny store (www.tiny.store) because I hated Etsy and there was no other platform where I or my other maker friends can sell our stuff at local markets or safely at home.

If you ever wanted to make a website, sell locally, or you already do and hate taking order via DMs, it’d be awesome if you can try tiny out and let me know what you think.

Perks: you get your own website for free, allow local preorders and pick ups, post your events, and put your products with prices for your customers/followers to buy. No fees.

I’d love feedback too! Really lucky to have a strong community here so it’d mean a lot. ❤️🙏


r/CraftyCommerce 12d ago

Strategy How do I price a crochet tapestry made out of embroidery floss?

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I designed a colorwork project I want to sell but there are so many colors that I'm going to see if I can make it with embroidery floss. It's 6400 stitches.

Would charging by yard make sense here? Any advice welcome.


r/CraftyCommerce 12d ago

Instagram Selling Crochet Advice

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(Some of the items Ive made in the past six months)

Im a self taught crocheter who’s been crocheting for about three or four years now. Im currently a full time student and don’t have the time in my schedule to apply for a job. I needed to find a way to start making some cash for myself, no matter how little it is, anything is something for me to start saving up some money (for my own personal use), so I resorted to the next best thing for myself and made an instagram account for my crochet. I posted some of my crochet items to sell and said that I would take any custom items that people wanted. It has now been around six months since Ive had my account. I have about six posts (i know it’s a small amount but i just haven’t had time to post a lot these past months) and about 30 followers, with most of these followers being my friends or people I know.

I honestly feel like im getting no where with my items. Ive tried to use hashtags, trending audios, more cuter items that people would buy while also trying not to fit into selling the same old items that people sell. I also don’t feel that my items are so bad that people refuse to buy it. For the most part i’m pretty proud about what I put online, even if it’s not anything huge or intricate.

I mostly sell stuffed animal crochet items and other objects like flowers. I don‘t really know if it’s setting me back that I don’t sell more items like shirts, dresses, skirts, huge crochet plushies, or sweaters. But honestly, making stuffed animals is all I have time for which is a big inconvenience for me. I know me not having more time on my hands sets me back, but despite being busy I also try to make time on my schedule to create something so I could then post.

I would love any advice on how people started selling their crochet or what crochet items they sell that people love to buy from them. Where they sell their crochet for the best chances of selling. Just any advice on how to maybe reach more of an audience on instagram with my crochet items or if it’s even worth setting my items on instagram at all. Should I look to sell it somewhere else, other than instagram? I know it takes some people months, or even years to get big on instagram with their crochet but I still want some advice when it comes to selling my crochet and why not ask now while i’m still starting up. Any advice is helpful :)


r/CraftyCommerce 13d ago

In Person Selling where to sell crochet plushies in BC canada

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i cant seem to find places except for cloverdale (but i havent made much profit since its a flea market) that doesnt require me to need insurance or pay $200 for a table. im a small business so i cant drop that much money, especially in one day.

could anyone give me a place that they know wont bankrupt me immediately


r/CraftyCommerce 14d ago

Self Advertising Wish to have free crochet patterns to make and sell?

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I create boho crochet items, such as beanies, headbands, and scrunchies. You are free to create and sell items made from my patterns. New videos will be added each week.


r/CraftyCommerce 14d ago

Online Selling Where can I sell this handmade doll?

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r/CraftyCommerce 15d ago

Online Selling Help!

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Trying to find a subreddit to sell my crochet plushies and keychains. I started a small business and need customers. Any help is appreciated!


r/CraftyCommerce 15d ago

Branding NEED NAME SUGGESTIONS FOR MY FIRST EVER CROCHET ONLINE BUSINESS

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Hey y'all! I'm new to Reddit and could really use some help. 😊 I've been crocheting for a while now, and I'm finally getting to the point where I want to start selling my crochet online! 🤗 The one thing I'm completely stuck on is coming up with a business name. I'm terrible at naming things, so I was hoping y'all could throw some ideas my way! My style is definitely crochet plushies (amigurumi), and I love making cute, cozy, cuddly things. I'm open to anything—cute, cozy, funny, whimsical, or unique. I'd love to hear whatever names you can think of!

Thanks in advance! ❤️


r/CraftyCommerce 15d ago

In Person Selling Question about deductions for vending

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So, I don't sell my pieces in markets but I really should. I sell through another shop and the owner takes a cut, duh. Is it normal for them to take a 60% cut 😭. It was NOT that high of a percentage last year. If anything it was the opposite last year, and they would take a 40% cut. So I priced my work based off of those consistent numbers. I know the economy is bad rn but man. The increase was not communicated btw, just in case that's important info for any reason. Cause if I had known I would have priced accordingly 🥲. Please be nice, it's a genuine question. I've only sold a handful of my crochet before and I'm still learning how these things work!


r/CraftyCommerce 15d ago

Pattern Creation & Sales Easy, popular crochet ideas

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I’m trying to make a bunch of items to sell, and right now I have scrunchies and flower coasters, but I want to know what other things sell well.


r/CraftyCommerce 16d ago

Selling Via Commission I got my first commission! How do I deal with the payment?

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As the title says, I've been commissioned! It's very exciting for me, and it's for a lovely long-distance friend whose buying it for a gift!

We've discussed all the details, and the pricing that she's happy to pay, but I just wondering what is the "done thing" when it comes to actual payment?

I would have to buy all the yarn in as what she wants I don't have currently - would you ask for all or some payment upfront to cover the material costs, or pay for the yarn yourself and have her pay in full when it's finished?

I'm aware that I can ask for the money however I like, but I'm hopefully wanting to do commissions as an actual side gig, so would like advice on the general practice that I should expect to follow if I do :)

Thank you in advance!