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@dalegarnett7398

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry but I couldn't understand what you said was on the other side of the makeup remover pads. Is it Terry cloth?

@muthwer

2 жыл бұрын

Great idea!!!☺

@zoeclamp1161

7 ай бұрын

Do you do a template for the display cards?

I was a dog groomer for 50 years and I made scrunchies for the pets since the bows were always popping off the ears. People loved them

@UtahGmaw99

3 жыл бұрын

How would you make those? I could use a couple my pup always has hair in her eyes and the bows don't stay.

@kathyburt3294

3 жыл бұрын

@@UtahGmaw99 just make a size that doesn't squeeze her neck. lots of room better than not enough.

@UtahGmaw99

3 жыл бұрын

@@kathyburt3294 thank you. 😊

@goodtroublemaker143

3 жыл бұрын

@@kathyburt3294 the scrunchie is like a collar?

@lorenavelvet

2 жыл бұрын

@@goodtroublemaker143 that's what I was wondering.

Your hair bows that didn't sell, resell them as gift basket bows! Put a tie on them instead of a clip so people can tie them around the top of a cellophane wrap for covering the gift basket!

@ThoughtfulCreativity

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for ideas, you guys are the best!

@naturegirl2110

2 жыл бұрын

@@ThoughtfulCreativity Or hair bows for dogs or bows for dog collars

@microfou

2 жыл бұрын

There are also bows for wreaths for the different seasons !

For your make-up removal pads having one out, maybe zip tied to the basket or something, would help sell it even more because people love touching things before buying because touch creates emotion to the product. I love this whole list 😍

As a mom of 3 girls, I buy tons of large bows! But none of them are patterned! It's best if they're solid in color in order to better match to existing outfits and can continue to be used as they grow with changing wardrobe. The only patterns I buy are holiday themed ones. Also, make bows that can be used for formal events, velvet, tule, with rhinestones/pearls etc. Hope this helps.

@fizz1980

2 жыл бұрын

Good idea

"If you treat it like a business, you will see success!" - Spot on! Our own approach is key to everything, thanks for that reminder!

@ThoughtfulCreativity

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

Just wanted to hop on her and thank you! I lost my job during covid and I'm a single mom with 2 kids. I bought a sewing machine before losing my income and now the child tax credit ended. So I'm stressed out so badly I've been losing sleep. I saw the title to this video and a light bulb went off. 💡 A-Ha! I should get my new sewing machine out and start sewing small items to sell in my community. Ive lived her long enough that they will know me and support what I'm trying to do.... Survive! Thank you for helping me look outside the vox and stop feeling powerless. I can do this! 💪 thank you!

Your happiness & excitement about your booth with your friend really comes through in this video. It made me smile hearing you talk with such joy. Fantastic ideas for project, too! Thank you so much. 😍

@michellelynn8467

3 жыл бұрын

I thought so too!

@jaymelang9610

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I agree. I'm having a rather "blah" night at work, and this really cheered me up!!

For the make up remover pads, have a sample piece out that is connected to the table. So customers can feel them, without getting germs on ones people purchase

You need to have an expensive top end product, like the bags, so that people realise your worth. Then they will be glad to buy your other products that are more affordable.

@carish1452

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! The Unicorn!

@lindac6919

2 жыл бұрын

Yes the big one sells the little one. I used to work in a Nursery, show them the 15 foot Orido Nishike that sells for $2000, and then they will buy the little one for $200.

@kenyonbissett3512

2 жыл бұрын

@@lindac6919 and think they are getting a great deal!

I like the fact that you include pros and cons of different items that you have tried. Info about the pros and cons of prices was also really eye opening too. You have given really good specific details that some business classes don't really cover.

I did art fairs about 40-50 years ago. It was suggested we want patrons to ask "how many do I want", not "do I want one!"

@zeldaf

Жыл бұрын

That's good advertising!!!!!

You are just the best, you know that? You're so helpful and so sweet and thoughtful and it really shows

@ThoughtfulCreativity

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@michellelynn8467

3 жыл бұрын

i agree!

@rachelburgener819

3 жыл бұрын

Ya me two😝 ❤️😀

@frentzenchandra3038

2 жыл бұрын

😁 yes, that is true

I made some scrunchies for my daughter because her hair is THICK and curly and wavy, and the store bought hair ties burst or pull her hair as they are so thin, but the scrunchies I make work BEAUTIFUL with her hair

I love the idea of using thicker elastic in your scrunchies. Thanks for all these tips

@AnitaSouthall

2 жыл бұрын

I'm going to upsize my elastic because it will sit firmer. Had used 6mm and 9mm but might go 12mm.

I'm so glad you mention the "buying ability of customers"!!!! This is my biggest issue and when I say anything about it on most Facebook pages, I'm told to go to a larger community. 🙄 I try really hard to keep my prices low so that most everyone in every economic situation can afford something.

I sold at Farmer's Markets for over 10 years, I just retired I was a studio production potter and also had a gourmet jam business. I did VERY well at farmer's markets and always had so much fun. I know quite a few people who did well with their sewing businesses at market as well. When my hubby and I were in college about 30 years ago (man time flies!) we made money to live by selling my sewn dolls and his wood doll furniture at art/craft shows. The best thing about markets is that our kids (who we homeschooled) grew up selling with us and learned business skills they couldn't have anywhere else.

@MoovinOnEstateSales

Жыл бұрын

Oh one thing I do suggest - is buy plastic bed risers (you can get them online or at Walmart, etc) and put them under the feet of all your tables. This will bring them up to a height that makes your products look more professional, is easier on people's backs and will make them more likely to shop your booth - having to bend over makes people feel vulnerable and awkward. The psychology of sales is so fascinating!

You are soo clever. Everything is set up beautifully. 👌🏼 I live in a small town too and we all look forward to what will be for sale at the farmers market on the weekend. It feels good to know you’re supporting a local family and taking home , often , a one of a kind handmade item. The surprise bags are really fun. My daughter does surprise bags in her business and she sells a lot of them as well. People love the surprise. Another thing she does it bundling. If you buy a tote bag you get a free bow. Kind of like that.

@ThoughtfulCreativity

3 жыл бұрын

Ah, thank you! I still need to add more items to my inventory - during fall I would like to do infinity scarves and some other fun warm items. The real challenge is to find a) useful items people want/need b) items that can be made quickly c) items that don't take a lot of fabric as that is one of the biggest expenses. Yes! Bundling is on my list - I just have to sit down and count out the margins and what can I offer as a bundle :) Thank you for sharing your daughter's ideas - super smart!

@ywLDSforever

2 жыл бұрын

(^.^) this kind of information imparting is why I love to learn: simple, clear, good-natured teaching.

You have such a charming personality

Hot glue the larger bows onto flip flops. Or onto a sun hat. Or a bag/tote. No giving up here Gal!!!

@rosariacarlostella9105

Ай бұрын

I love your idea! ❤

Store bought scrunchies can be"cheesey" & too many of duplicate colors in same package but not all the colors I need. Great idea !

I love the grab bag idea. I think having a booth at a farmers market sounds so fun! I totally want to try that!!!

@socogirl1980

3 жыл бұрын

I remember getting grab bags when I was a kid. My Nana would buy them for me and my cousins. That was over 30 years ago…so nostalgic ☺️

When I was selling at craft sales, having a few items at the lower price range draws in people. One Christmas sale a teacher bought out our clothes pin ornaments for gifts for her students. You have several items here that does this. 🎁🎀🎁

@zeldaf

Жыл бұрын

Tell us what the clothespin ornaments look like...- another teacher.

All good points. I want to suggest always including a plain neutral color. I often pass up items because there is not a plain neutral color. Shoe straps, the fabric that goes around a pump to hold it on or change from work to casual look. Using less expensive material and reversible, double-sided it will be stronger * flat bottomed.

I'd suggest having a photo in front of the item showing you modeling it's use- like for the bandana, or makeup removal pad. It stays cozy if you are the model!

@teresenorton4522

3 жыл бұрын

I agree totally. She should actually be wearing one of them!

@frentzenchandra3038

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, you must be a very beautiful model and friendly 💃 😁

You, My Lady, are precious, sharing your knowledge with us! Thank you for the bountiful ideas. Now, I gotta get to workin' on my scraps!!

This is awesome. I worked the vending life for 10 years. You meet great people. See awesome things. Travel. But it’s exhausting. Haha. I also did minimum 3 shows a week. I’m so glad to see you getting out there. Your bubble personality will do great!

Great Video! I did craft shows years ago. Your idea if small is smart! One thing you might want to do is consider custom work. I did more with that. People would like item and quality but wanted different size or color. I offered shipping and picked up more business because of people wanting to buy but not having room to carry on motorcycle. Grand parents usually with disposable income. Added bonus they wanted something for all grand kids. So I added boy themed items to my mix.

@M-hc9xm

2 жыл бұрын

Custom work definitely takes better people skills and more patience. I did some custom knitting for a while but it was painful. Most of the customers loved the idea because they had no clue how to do it, but then had no understanding of the material costs, time, etc. Good for you finding a way to make custom work profitable.

I just was so impressed with ur presentation. I too use to sell every weekend and work too. Now retired and getting ready to move to a large graphic area. I do quilt, cross stitch, paint and whatever. So you have really gotten my creative juices going!!!! You wouldn't believe what I've already gotten rid of. Broke my heart but I had too.. You have given me the motivation I needed!!!!!!! How long have you been selling??????? From the bottom of my heart, God bless you❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@felixhoover48

Жыл бұрын

Hello How are you today?

How coincidental…. I’ve been thinking about making scrunchies, for a while now, for myself and my daughters and granddaughters…. But also a side thought for selling. Your enthusiasm really inspires me.

This is a very helpful video. Even if you will not sell your products, you can put together a gift stack, so you always have a gift ready when you need one. Thank you for your generosity :)

LOVE these ideas! Your channel is such a calm blessing to us. Thank you so much for sharing your ideas and experiences with us!

One idea I've seen and love is vegetable/produce bags made out of recycled saris. It's usually an upcycled poly chiffon, but it's actually strong and so beautiful and almost weightless. They sold them at my co-op for a while as a fundraiser and then sold out. I get compliments on them every single time I use them. They bring joy and are very eco conscious because produce bags are not really recycleable and are difficult to wash and reuse. I think they would be a big seller at a farmer's market. Also a good source for fabric to upcycle are regional goodwill outlets that sell clothing by the pound. If you need a lot of lightweight fabric scraps they would be practically free there...

YOU are precious! Thank you for giving your wisdom, understanding and experience so generously! You are also SO encouraging. as you know, being filled with thoughts and ideas is something to be contended with, good and bad,

Just get scraps from apoulstry stores for your bags. It's amazing how much material they will give you, and you'll never have to pay a penny to make those bags. That's what a professional told me. And I was even given leather!!

@rosariacarlostella9105

Ай бұрын

Oh wow!!! That’s a great idea!!!

I so love your videos and also admire your attitude and approach to life. I especially like the framed wording on your wall at the beginning of this video: Stay Humble - Be Kind - Work Hard

You could sell your make-up removal pads in a little seethrough sack made to wash them in it.

For the canvas totes (and other canvas projects) I tend to buy all my canvas from the sale/clearance aisle, so I get them at cotton prices (or lower) and they’re still fun and amazing patterns. Then I can keep my sale price a bit lower for these items.

@janemiettinen5176

Жыл бұрын

Ill buy drop cloths and make the prints myself, its not that hard and youll get exactly what you want. Im an artist, so I have all sorts of specialty tools for it, but you definitely dont need any! It all started when I sewed a bag for myself from an actual used drop cloth, it had been under my easel for years, splattered with paint.. and then my friends wanted some too. All because it was kinda pretty and I had hard time just throwing it out. Repetitive patterns are easy to make, stamps and stencils are great, and just paint and brush can do wonders. Only your imagination is the limit. If you have patience, you can carve wood or lino blocks, erasers, even apples or potatoes work. Just remember to carve mirror images if youre doing letters or numbers. Masking tape is your best buddy for clean lines, magic tape (the one you can write on with a pencil) if you need extra crisp lines or your paint/ink is really runny. You can dye the canvas first, just keep in mind what colors you want on top of it; if the base is very dark, test what paints will show on top of it. Tie dye will never go out, even when its supposed to be out, people love it too much. Check your home for different print makers, one of my greatest hits was a boot print. My mother-in-laws inherited crystal bowl made also really pretty chrysanthemum-like flowers, or the bottom of it. I bought super cheap foam alphabets when my goddaughter started school, between the letters I drew simple little kitties and doggies with textile markers, she used that backpack until it turned to dust.. I upholstered two chairs for a wedding gift, they turned out great. Ive saved all bigger off cuts, Ive used them to patch my jeans, made fabric roses and the rest wait for outdoor quilting project I had in mind. Simple pen or makeup baggies are asked the most, people have always need for them. Dont aim for absolute perfection, handmade should look like handmade; besides, perfection is boring. These are my best tips, I hope youll get something out of them. If you need help or troubleshooting buddy, Im here :)

This is just what I needed. A purpose for my in-between quilt making time. Also, you would make such a lovely motivational speaker! Thank you so much.

Alisa, thank you for sharing your experience and information with us! 🥰 I love videos like this, some great ideas!

I dint skip a min of this video. It was so informative. Thank u so much for making this video

This is really inspiring! I do a lot of crafts, and I'm quite good at some of them, but I never get around to sell anything. I've done some commissions for friends but I find it to be too stressfull. I give away a lot as gifts, which I truly enjoy doing, but it would be nice to earn some extra bucks. People always tell me I should sell my work but I always get tired just thinking about it. However, this way doesn't feel as daunting; I can make stuff at my own pace when I feel like it, and then sell at markets. I live in Sweden so there are probably a ton of regulations, but as markets are a thing, it should be doable. Thank you for yet another great video Alisa!

@SD-qn5df

Жыл бұрын

Wait I don't know who you are but I would've wrote exactly what you wrote 😭 I relate to what you wrote so much!! It's crazy! There's someone out there like me🥲💕

@askthefrog

Жыл бұрын

@@SD-qn5df Hi! I think you're really sweet for replying to my comment! It's a great feeling when another person just gets you. "I know what you mean" is probably one of the greatest sentences to hear 😄 💖 I hope you have a great day 🥰

@kathystorer9514

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like me, I knit, sew crochet, bake almost anything in the line of crafts but never feel confident enough to go out there and do it. I'm in Cape Town South Africa and since the pandemic our markets seem to have dwindled.

You are so generous with your information but what impresses me the most is your honesty. I have so much respect for you to go into so much honest detail in order to help others who may be considering going down the selling path. ❤

I was actually just making a list of easy things I wanted to make to sell at a farmers market when I saw your video! Thanks for the ideas!

I LOVE THAT FOX HEADBAND FABRIC. Wow! This is a great, very useful video, and I'm so grateful to you. I don't sell in public, but I do feel like if they sell well, they'll probably also make welcome gifts! Double score for us!

That is so sweet you make little bows, and you thought about mamas with a budget!

Your energy and voice is so wonderful, I would buy anything from you! You are a natural at selling!

I would definitely put the bananas on a mold/model/wig holder. You could display one set of the makeup removers like they do fabric swatches. You could offer the makeup removers in a bigger size and I would definitely market them as sustainable! Your advice is great and your products are beautiful 💕

I think you are very kind to share your product ideas and knowledge! Thank you!

Since you seem to enjoy watercolor, water color painted on tiles makes great coasters to sell. They are fun to do and beautiful. Just found you on Pinterest, off to watch more of your videos. Thank you. :)

Here is an idea that I haven't seen in craft fairs (and I've been to many over the years). How about glam button covers? It would be a great use of sparkly, satiny fabrics to make up a "slip cover" to go over an existing button. For me I had a wooden button (about 1") on a nice black jacket and thought the jacket would also be great for evening wear. The only problem was the button. So instead of buying a new jacket, why not just have a fancy cover to put over the button. It would only need some narrow elastic in a casing around the outer edge of a fabric circle to draw it in to fit snugly over the button. Hope you may give this a try.... Thanks for all your great videos too.

Are the totes lined. Use waxed canvas on bottom half, box the base to make free standing.

Hi Alisa!! Awesome vlog.. Your enthusiasm really shows how much fun your having.. Totally awesome ideas.. Best of luck to you & your friend at the farmers market…. 💜💜💜🧵🧵🧵

Hospital workers like headbands with buttons on the sides for the mask earloops. Ears get sore wearing masks all day.

@crystaldimatteo

2 жыл бұрын

great tip!!

@MaLiArtworks186

2 жыл бұрын

Great idea!

Another tip, make sure the fair or event you plan to sell at actually exists. A lady in my city was conned out of 100$ table registration fee and had a large inventory or fudge on her hands when she realized there was no crafts market at the advertised venue.

@ThoughtfulCreativity

3 жыл бұрын

What? That's crazy!!! How horrible that people do that!

@rosariacarlostella9105

Ай бұрын

😢

Good to see you expanding your horizons and finding new ways to share your sewing with the rest of the world! I'm definitely feeling inspired :) Re: the tote bags - you could probably lower the cost by using thrifted fabric (like curtains) and it could be a selling point too - sustainable, recycled, Earth-friendly etc. All the best!

@AnitaSouthall

2 жыл бұрын

Old sheets and curtain fabrics from thrift stores are my staples for bag sewing #Beyondawesomebags is my project to promote #mentalhealthawareness #disabilityawareness #environment #VIOLENCEISNEVEROK and other community causes

@paularamirez9385

2 жыл бұрын

I love using thrifted fabrics!

I just LOVE your videos!!! Great ideas and tips!

This is like reading my mind. Ive been wanting to do a farmer's market stall for the longest while, but now that fabric stores have reopened, I'm looking into making that happen.

I love your ending comment about the treat it like a business and not a hobby. They said that at my Mary Kay zoom meeting when I first started. I use it for my craft fairs also. I do only crochet and like you said we have good days and others where it’s not as popular but I keep going. Thanks for all your tips.

@EricaGoldstrand

2 жыл бұрын

I hope you safely got out of that scam and are doing better now!

Thank you so much for sharing your insight and ideas. Your enthusiasm is contagious 👍🏻 I especially love the idea of the larger elastic scrunchie. I have very long/thick hair and store bought hair ties snap after just a few uses - problem solved 👏🏻

Keep shining your light!

Wow .. this is the reason you have been busy .. Thank you sharing .. this seems so exciting.. on the big bows if you want to sell them . I suggest not to display them flat instead put it in a Dolls’ Head or a Plush toys’s head .. This will be a catch getter for your customers and specialty on the girly kiddos ...also for the cotton make pad remover.. a nice sign would help customer understand the ideas ... I am so excited for you .. It will be nice to share some footage of your day at the market 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🤝🤝🤝🥳🥳🥳🥳❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@ThoughtfulCreativity

3 жыл бұрын

Great ideas, thank YOU so much!

@jesusistheonlywaytothefath9020

3 жыл бұрын

For the eco friendly reusable makeup removal pads I suggest maybe adding a little print out inside the packaging that says what they are and maybe care instructions such as if they are machine washable and etc.

I love your all works and it’s pleasure to hear you 💗 from Srilanka.

I have been tussling with ideas around what to make and to sell at farmers markets and street fairs - cause its so fun. Handy useful fabric and knitted items, beaded jewelry items would come to my mind. Came back from a street fair and I landed on your KZread channel where you spoke about your friend and your fatmers market. Watching your excitement felt like my interest to have a booth at a farmers market got validated. Love the hair profucts you have. I can't wait to do these. I need to get a serger. Love the fabrics and the prints... thank you so much for all this inspiration ❤!!

So many adorable items. Thank you for the inspiring videos you share!

My little Griffon Bruxellious Louis wears a bow tie everyday one has blue on white stripes the other has blue stripes, people always comment about his knitted sweater (I made and designed) and his bow tie which is also his collar.

Great ideas! All of your items are very nice. Your big bows would probably also sell well if you made them in your local school and football team colors. A lot of the cheerleaders and family members want to dress with their team colors. Thanks for sharing.

@lavendarcrash2941

2 жыл бұрын

This! Cheerleaders, softball, volleyball and sometimes basketball all commonly wear bows with their ponies and braids. If you wanted to try selling online bows for sports is an easy one to market.

@friedchicken3242

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! I make scrunches for my sister in her school colours! She loves them and is always asking for more, I used to do the same when I was in school. Would be very popular!

@bobbienewman6420

2 жыл бұрын

@@lavendarcrash2941 I’m in

@79redtigger

2 жыл бұрын

@@friedchicken3242 op guy ppp

Great information! You are so resourceful! Thank you for sharing this with us. Peace and Good Fortune and Good Health to you and your family. All the best.

This video was good, this video encouraged me to be creative with my sewing 🧵🪡. Thank you

These are great ideas even for Christmas gifts! Thank you for sharing :) The fabric choices are so pretty ❤

For the totes, you could buy the outdoor fabric at this time of year. Joanns in CA has theirs on at 70% off at the moment. You would have all winter to make them , then sell them out at lower prices in the spring.

@ThoughtfulCreativity

3 жыл бұрын

Nice - thank you for letting me know, gotta use those coupons too! I bought mine in April, and it wasn't on sale at that point, thank you again :)

@lindacain2240

2 жыл бұрын

For sturdy bags I like canvas drop cloth. Wah them a couple of times and they are super to work with, also you can paint on them!

@lorenavelvet

2 жыл бұрын

@@lindacain2240 great idea!

Great ideas for the craft fair at church. Thank you.

I love all of your beautiful products. Thank you for sharing your designs and your ideas for increasing sales.

Congratulations may your business grow larger!!!

Love all your ideas, as usual! Thank you for your video! Love your beautiful smile!

Great video & so well presented. This gave me ideas for a market day in my townhouse community where there may be quite a few of us who could both sell something & connect with others. Love your products!🌹😍💐👍💗

Thanks Alisa, Really great video. I've a crafter/artist pretty much my whole adult life. I really enjoyed your video and your honesty. I loved the head bands.

I absolutely LOVE the grab bag idea! Wonderful video, thank you ❤️

What an awesome and helpful video. Just what I needed. Thank you. I just found your channel tonight. I subscribed and so looking forward to watching more of your videos

Thank you. I love to watch your videos. You are so calm

Fantastic video wishing you all best fun at the markets

You are such a joy to watch and learn from. Lovely personality and so smart. Not to mention very talented as well. Great video and I wish you much success.

Some other ideas that came to mind when you mentioned back to school period Handmade : pencil cases, Purses Pass holders Lanyards Key ring charms Library bags Cot cover sets for preschoolers

You are amazingly talented…Thank you for great ideas!😘😘

Lovely colors sis wow

Lovely video. Amazing usage of diction and mood overall, from theme and music usage. Wonderful examples of metaphors throughout the video as a whole.

I am watching this several months after you posted this, but I love your content and presentation of your instructions. By now, you may have decided to continue to make your large bows to be able to use for ponytails. I used to love large bows for my ponytails when I had long hair.

Maybe you could market the larger bows as backpack bows! I know big hair bows are sort of going out of fashion, but backpack bows are super cute

You are wonderful and friendly! Thank you for the tips!

Use the mini bows for dog collars!

Looking forward to the bandana headband tutorial! That sounds pretty neat!

My first time here. Your enthusiasm is captivating. You have some really great ideas and I like how you let us know what hasn't worked. I am now retired and have gotten my trusty sewing machine out. I've been looking for some ideas for something to do. It's supposed to snow just west and north of us and my favorite thing to do during snowfalls or rainy days is sew. Keep up the good work.

I am watching your vid at 2:12 in the morning and you mentioned the tooth fairy it reminded me to call her up for my daughter who just had a tooth pulled during the day! Thanks for the reminder 🧚‍♂️🧚‍♀️🧚💸

You are so full of life and inspiration

Wow, so much great information. Thank you.

Great ideas!

Wow, that is amazing, thank you so much, you have given me an idea

Love all of these items but I really appreciate all of your great tips and your honesty and transparency. Thank you

I LOVE THIS

Love it!!♥️