I believe you said what needed to be said. Also please read all the comments before asking the same thing that was already answered. Nobody should have to answer the same question over and over again. Thank you Delonda I appreciate all you do and the time and effort you put into these videos. Most all of the wonderful attitude you have.

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you ❤️

@PiecesOfJenus

9 күн бұрын

Agreed!

@222jenl

6 күн бұрын

OMG YES!!!!! look around at the other questions!!!!!!!!

@DONNA1224able

5 күн бұрын

Thank you❤❤❤❤ I take time and go to school on KZread especially your channel NO WORRIES SIS

I have been crafting for 20 years. You hit it right on the money. I am so guilty of # 10 all these years later. Love your idea of the journal. Thank you. You said it all so nicely, and I hope people hear and identify themselves instead of taking offense in what you are saying.

Omgosh!!!! Thank you!!! You are spot on with everything you said!!! Love the honesty and you will definitely not lose me!!!❤️❤️❤️

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you ❤️

@dawnkukura3406

3 күн бұрын

… and gained a new subscriber here! ❤️

From a recently retired educator to another former teacher, this is exactly what we work on with students. It is so easy to ask for an answer, but learning how to FIND the answer for oneself is far more beneficial. Oh, as a lifelong crafter, I always have projects I don’t finish, but I generally go back to them later! I thoroughly enjoy your videos which demonstrate your fantastic teaching skills. A+ to you!

@christinemaldonado8973

9 күн бұрын

My oh my! Yes!! I always search and search before I even ask!! Unless I hit a dead end from MULTIPLE searches on KZread and Google, then I get desperate and ask! 😅

@christinemaldonado8973

9 күн бұрын

I was a teacher too! And this is one skill we taught ALWAYS!!! 😂😂

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!

@kathyaclaude4966

9 күн бұрын

❤❤❤

@christinarey8870

3 күн бұрын

When my 12-year-old asks me random questions about things that interest him, a lot of times I tell him to research. I have done this since he was little, by the time he was in first grade, he knew more about the Titanic then I ever did.

Thanks for the nuggets! I’m guilty of #10. I have also went and purchased items I already had because of my discombobulated craft space. The SPELLING has me clutching my pearls often as an educator!!! I love your transparency and realness but most importantly your heart for helping others. There’s not many people out there that will share their knowledge and experience without being paid. I appreciate you ❤

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!

@missyb7524

9 күн бұрын

I spelled my name wrong before 😂😂😂😂

❤ “comparison is the thief of Joy” , one of my new favorite quotes!

I agree with you. I have a friend that is constantly asking me to make things or show her how to make things with my Cricut. When I tell her how much I charge she gets quiet. She is has a business and she wants to get paid for her services and so do I, I think she feels because we are friends she thinks I should do things for her for free. I don't feel that I should just give away the knowledge that I have researched and spent countless hours on trial and error to learn.

@CraftingwithDelonda

7 күн бұрын

Thank you ❤️

@1Bonvie

6 күн бұрын

Interesting. I've never thought of charging for assistance. When I started crafting it was engrained in me that crafters are sharers...we share knowledge, experience, time and materials. I've been crafting over 40 years and cannot think of a time when someone asked me to pay them for assistance/troubleshooting. I feel like people helped me along the way so why not give back. Curious about others' thoughts on that.

@HONEYBUN1969

5 күн бұрын

AMEN I HAVE A FRIEND THAT IS THE SAME WAY.

@gsmith5140

5 күн бұрын

Facts!!

Thank you Delonda I truly appreciate this video. As new crafter it really helps me set the tone as to how I'd like to start my crafting journey.

That’s why I don’t sell anything, I love being a student of the crafting world. I’m extremely tech savvy and I love all things electronic, however, it kills me when folks forget how printers work and don’t know what size paper it uses. But I love answering a lot of the questions too. So it’s bittersweet for me. But everything you said was straight facts!

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!

I am mentally applauding you. This is literally everything I’m constantly thinking when I see these things over and over. I am amazed how often people just buy stuff and haven’t done any research too. These things are big purchases and they just buy then start asking stuff they should’ve found out if they’d actually researched the product they were buying before parting with money

@CraftingwithDelonda

7 күн бұрын

Thank you!

@HONEYBUN1969

5 күн бұрын

AMEN ALL MY TOYS COST TOO MUCH FOR ME NOT TO USE THEM. ALL OF MY PRINTERS/ PRESSES/ARE OVER 600.00 IN PRICE.AND I HAVE MORE THAN ONE OF EACH IN MY SHOP AND AT MY HOME.

#10 is definitely a big one for me. I will buy items because they are on sale with the intention of completing a project, but then I see something else I want to make. Thanks for the advice. I appreciate you being honest with us and wanting to see us succeed in a positive manner. You are truly an ordained teacher 😊

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you ❤️

I am very happy for you that you felt the need to bring these stop points up. As Graphic Designer from the Ad Specialites market I appreciate all the different crafting methods you share with your channel. I will admitt is easy to get distracted and want to try another media or method. I have owned some of the earliest sublimation printers. Your fans are lucky they have you to stop them from going over board. Have a great 4th of July.

Craft journal is a great idea!!! I love crafting and stopped because I started so many projects and the more research I did the more awesome things I found I liked. So I have so many u finished crafts that even ended up ruined by the time I tried to go back to them or remember the idea I had for it. Thanx for sharing!

Great advice! My favorite “Stop” is number 10. I go through phases of all sorts of crafts from making desserts for special occasions like a wedding cakes to resin to lasers to 3d printing to vinyl to screen printing all in the same week😮 When I plan and make a to do list, my projects turn out so much better and it keeps the gray out of my hair. Trello is a great online project tool. Not only does it help me stay on task it also (for me) stores past projects making it an “archive “ Thanks again for keeping it real. Happy crafting

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you ❤️

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Never heard of Trello. I'm going to look it up.

Number 10 - Let's stop starting without finishing. Just yesterday I was saying to my writing partner, "I've gotten way away from my purpose for initially purchasing my Cricut Maker 3." I decided to refocus my efforts on going back and completing what I started, so this video is right on time as confirmation that I'm making the right decision. Thanks for taking time to "bless us out" really well! 🙂🙂

Thank you. Just happened across your channel and I am just starting and can get overwhelmed with so much. I love what you said “finish my projects” before jumping to the next and “write down my project material list” so I can perfect it. Appreciate you!

@CraftingwithDelonda

4 күн бұрын

You're very welcome

@user-ve8ne6uy2w

2 күн бұрын

It can be overwhelming, stay focused and become really good at what ever it is, then move to your next interest.

I apologize I don't feel as if we ask someone about a font, we just like it, it doesn't necessarily say we are going to duplicate. The rest of your facts are spot on.

@arleneaugustahair8393

7 күн бұрын

I just go online and find them or something similar.

@CraftingwithDelonda

7 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

Well spoken. You said everything with love. The feedback is very helpful and valuable. Thank you.

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you very much!

Great video Delonda! I agree with what you are saying...I am definitely known for starting and stopping 🙂 (but I have gotten much much better). I hope people understand that you are not telling them to stop looking at videos and asking questions...because that is research...but it does depend on what you are asking. I always appreciate your videos. Take care.

@CraftingwithDelonda

4 күн бұрын

I think that some of what I am saying is getting lost in translation; but for the most part everyone seems to understand and agree. I am totally fine with people disagreeing as long as they aren't disrespectful.

I agree with almost everything.. BUT I see nothing wrong with asking for help or advise. Google doesn't answer everything amd there is nothing better than experience

@CraftingwithDelonda

8 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing.

@tracisusong6991

7 күн бұрын

Agree but its easy to ask vs taking the time to research. Half the stuff some ppl ask that Ive seen (in many FB groups) can easly be put in YT search bar.

@Chroniclesofacashstuffingirl

6 күн бұрын

And I'm quite sure she's not talking about those type of questions. She's referring to the the type of beginner questions that get asked 100000 million times in the groups that can easily answer your question by scrolling through the groups to look or using the search feature in the Facebook groups and typing the same question and you'll see tons if post pop up with the same question being answered over and over. She not referring to more intricate questions that Google won't fully explain or answer

Thank you, Delonda. 1-10 definitely needed to be said and you truly said it in love. ❤

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you ❤️

I love it!! I see people asking for stuff all the time that I don't understand how are you doing a craft and you don't know how to do basic stuff.... your phone is a computer... research!!. Great job!!!! Thank you!!!

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you!

Amen...always appreciate your honest opinion and willingness to say what others would dare to say. I found myself at the end, Definitely got to stop dabbing into soo many crafts. I'm sure my wallet would agree. Love watching and learning from you.

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you ❤️

Oh you express yourself so much nicer than i do. "Printing" on a cricut makes me nuts. Great video.

@user-ve8ne6uy2w

2 күн бұрын

BUT, remember you can "write" with a cricut...😊

I agree with everything you said. Lawd knows I wish you had done this earlier, would have saved me a small fortune. I now purchase what I need and what I need only, finish projects and relax. Thanks for doing what you do ma’am.

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you very much!

During lockdown here in the UK I had to go into the “shielding” mode, see no one, go nowhere etc etc and I fell into the “must try ALL the crafts” rabbithole. Everything you said had me nodding my head. My absolute bugbear is seeing posts in FB groups like “I’ve just got an order for 50 t shirts, how do I do them?” I want to stamp my feet and say if you have to ask how to do a t shirt, why on earth are you taking orders? Just why? Now I’m off to finish some unfinished items, I’ll be good 🤣

@CraftingwithDelonda

8 күн бұрын

I promise I will never understand it. Thank you ❤️

@traceybartlam7737

7 күн бұрын

Yes! It drives me mad too. And asking general “where can I buy xyz?” It takes restraint from me to not to message try google 😂

@HONEYBUN1969

5 күн бұрын

AMEN

@HONEYBUN1969

5 күн бұрын

@@traceybartlam7737 === YES I TELL THEM GOOLE IT- HE KNOWS EVERYTHING...LOL...LOL

@gsmith5140

5 күн бұрын

Ooo! That's another one. Or I just got an order, how do I price it? 🤦‍♀️

I am a glam planner. This video popped up in my KZread. You are so articulate! I stayed and watched your entire video. I do not even know what is “sublimation.” Even with that I have to say your comments were on point and good principles to live by!

So I just bought a Cricut Maker two days ago and I don't find anything you said as offensive, actually i find it the opposite, EXTREMELY helpful!! Thank you soo much for this. I am now subscribing to you. I found all 10 helpful especially the craft journal

@CraftingwithDelonda

7 күн бұрын

Thank you ❤️ Here is my tutorial on how to make a craft journal kzread.info/dash/bejne/dpehj9xtlKedlbA.html

Your comments are right on the money! Every one of the points you made are so important for each of us to take to heart. Thank you ! Your videos are great!!

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

You are so welcome!

Oh yes Delonda when I first started sublimation there were not all these craft groups I had to research and google information on my own. I find some people starting out don’t do this or the same questions are being asked that could have been googled. I’m glad for your video. Thank you.

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!

Great advice, but most of all I appreciate your approach to teaching in a loving and positive manner. And of coarse I agree to everything you said. Thank you Delonda, I think you’re a great teacher. I always go back to your videos when I find myself with questions.🌻

You are on point with all of this! I almost jumped into DTF because I thought everyone was doing it! I already did that with sublimation, I got it together, but it was an expensive lesson that has finally paid for itself!

Learning to craft different things, not just shirts, is what I enjoy doing it's my way of leaving my stress at the door for at least for a few hours. What I make becomes gifts for birthdays or christmas. I do use Google a lot if I get stuck and your videos come up. That's how I found your channel.

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Love that!

The Bible says, we have not because we ask not and I believe that. Let me start here, if someone doesn't want to share what they know or what they have they are completely free to say no however, that doesn't mean people should not ask. People just want to get started and do good. Sis, the things that you are telling people to STOP asking you should probably say STOP asking you, you can not speak for everyone. Most of the things stated in this video are based on your opinion. I have watched you from a humble beginning to become somewhat arrogant. Your facial expressions and your talking points as you give your opinion to veiwers is a little sarcastic. I've watched videos where you have messed up (which is ok) and no one has said to you, Stop making how to videos if you don't know how to. I just thought this was unnecessary and the fact that you kept saying the word offended made me know you were aware that you were offensive. We are to encourage one another because no one is perfect. I just feel that if your goal was to help, you could have delivered your message a better way. If I was a new Cricut user I would be discouraged. God has blessed you to enlarge your crafting space, to have free items sent to you, to connect with people that are guru's in crafting that you didn't know and who didn't know you in the beginning of your journey, and the Lord has increased your audience but we are to always remain humble .... remember that we are blessed to be a blessing!

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing your opinion. I appreciate it. It really was not my intention to offend anyone and I appreciate your perspective.

@philbuckley3461

9 күн бұрын

Well said!!!

@shalandabutz8607

8 күн бұрын

I agree. I'm very discouraged now. I hope my spelling is correct.😢😢

@mirnaaliciacruz6588

8 күн бұрын

Yeppers, first time I watched, n never again. 😢

@kingdomtouchesbyajayrichrn6077

8 күн бұрын

@@CraftingwithDelondaI grit my teeth the whole time I watched this video. Not because I disagreed with the sentiments but because of the tone and it didn’t sound like you. I have a saying and it is “Don’t paint the world with your brush.” By that, I mean empathy is key. You are educated and possess a level of experience. You are an educator and as educators we educate instead of rebuke. It hurt my heart to see someone say they were discouraged by your video because it means they were unable to hear your heart. I believe one of the barriers was that every phrase started with stop. “Stop asking for svgs”and “if you can’t afford an svgs you should not be crafting.“ Yikes! What if crafting is keeping them alive and it’s the only thing positive in their life? I’d rather be asked. Luke 6:38 Give and it shall be given to you. A good measure, pressed down shaken together and running over, will be poured in your lap. FOR WITH THE MEASURE YOU USE, IT WILL BE MEASURED TO YOU. James 4:2 You have not, because you ask not. Without going through every point, the “advice” doesn’t seem to take into account the abilities or inabilities of certain groups of people. If you are ten toes on your video then I respect it. My goal was not to tell you you’re wrong but perhaps introduce a different perspective for thought. Thank you for all you do.

First-time viewer and subscribed. You may have lost some subscribers but I suspect you also might gain some. I was scrolling through random videos and was mostly disinterested until I hit this one. (killing time between appointments) I loved it. Every one of the tips resonated. They were delivered a little tongue-in-cheek that made me smile because they're true. Humor softens the delivery. I could elaborate on each point, but you did that quite nicely, no need to re-hash. PS Love your shirt and that tumbler! PPS My new favorite quote 'Comparison is the thief of Joy" Definitely going to do a journal page with that one Thank you!

Very good advice. When you said do your own research I almost jumped up and shouted. You made excellent points. Thank you

THANK YOU so much for this! You are saying what so many of us are thinking, and doing it in the nicest way possible. Love you!

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you ❤️ Much love to you too.

GREAT advice! I will say on occasions #10 is me, I just started something because I thought I had all the materials, but realized I didn't when I got to the end, and I switched to a different project. I Need to start laying out everything before I start. 💜

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Having a craft journal has saved me time and money.

@betheubank3121

7 күн бұрын

Everything is a “phase”. 3 years ago everyone was jumping on the resin glitter tumblers. Then it went to cricut infusion now it’s sublimation. It will pass. People think it’s a quick. Buck to make stuff do it. Few times then get order for the whole football team and have no clue what they are into, how to price it including g their time. Not to mention the biggest question I see is licensing issues . You’re right about selling stuff when they have made 1 thing.

Great and spot on! I also create in glass and belong to some groups. I share a lot of tips etc., but it’s an irritating seeing some folks that see a photo of what you made and the immediate reaction is to ask for a tutorial. Some things I can’t share as I paid for a class or a book and that isn’t fair to the teacher/author. But I also spend a lot of time experimenting and planning etc. and find it easy to look at some things and think about how it might have been made and then try to do my own version. But there’s always the people that don’t even try to think it through or put their own spin on it. Nope, they just want a recipe and step by step instructions.

There are some famous influencer/crafters out there who do all things but have not mastered any of them. They are the once’s featured at Decco summits and shows like that. They focus on pushing product so much they cant really focus on one or two crafting skills. I appreciate you because when you show us who is sponsoring you or new things you are using, you still show you are a pro at all that you do. Thanks for that!!!

@CraftingwithDelonda

7 күн бұрын

Thank you ❤️

As I always say, “Common sense isn’t that common” since the invention of the internet. Agree with every word you said. Stumbled into this video accidentally, but you just may have gained a new subscriber! 💜

@CraftingwithDelonda

6 күн бұрын

Thank you so much and welcome aboard ❤️

Hi Delonda! You were on point with all 10 points! Thank you for your honesty!❤

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you

Yess Thank you for this video. I have not been motivated lately from thinking about this same thing. People always say “just post a mockup and then make it”. That’s not me. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 I mainly connected with 2, 4, and 10.

@CraftingwithDelonda

5 күн бұрын

Thank you so much ❤️ When I first started, I jumped from project to project. I wasted so much time and money. After I started using a craft journal everything changed. I am more intentional about what I buy and I finish what I started. My biggest problem right now is organization.

You spoke facts on all of it. I have seen so many people get mad when someone don't share how they make something and they be real sassy/slick at the mouth with it. I appreciate you for saying something. Thank you.

Dr. Ford in the house, for real, tonight!😂

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

😂😂😂

Thanks for Sharing, it's all Love , Appreciate you 💙💙

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

You are so welcome

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and feelings in this video. You were very polite. I definitely needed to hear all 10, but the one that I needed to hear the most was #10. I am bad at planning crafts. I collect so I have what I need when I see or think of something I want to do. If I would plan a craft and write it down, I may not look like I'm hoarding materials in my craft building. Thank you again, and God bless you.

This was a great video and so needed. I am not seeing some of the issues others are seeing. What I am seeing is someone being open and honestly trying to help newbies. Can’t wait for your next video.

#10 guilty... This is the reason why I have so much craft stuff. I've debated on whether or not I should give some stuff away, but I always seem to need it eventually, lol.

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Me too. I have a lot of stuff too; but I have slowed down considerably.

Hello Delonda 👋🏽. Eagerly awaiting for you to drop some more "In My Opinion" wisdom. I'll be seeing 👀 you soon. ❤😊

@CraftingwithDelonda

10 күн бұрын

Hey! See you soon!

@kawandalindsey368

10 күн бұрын

Definitely. ❤😊

@Ladybear09

10 күн бұрын

I thought that was illegal?

@Ladybear09

10 күн бұрын

You didn’t offend at all… a few have made me think about things

Thank you, so many of the things you brought up are valid and I agree with. It has always been my #1 gripe to know that I can do the research and learn how to do something and then turn around and be accused of gatekeeping because I don't want to teach others. Its not gatekeeping its self reliance. I wanted to know so I learned and so can you. Thanks again, it was all so very well said.

@CraftingwithDelonda

5 күн бұрын

Thank you so much ❤️ I appreciate that.

Hey!!! You are so right! I misspelled a word before and pressed it on my shirt and wore that bad boy out to a kids game. The word was "believe ", but I spelled it belive 😂. It's a nightshirt now. Thankfully I had my crossbody bag and covered it up. Word check is powerful. Only my husband noticed it.😊

@CraftingwithDelonda

8 күн бұрын

Thank you ❤️

Lord no lies told her. Thanks so much for the truth

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you

“If you feel like this video is directed at you then it probably is.” WoW just wow. I never read comments on videos ever. I did on this video for the first time ever & wow. I’m blown away. You always stay polite & respectful to everyone. Much Respect. Prayers for you & your channel. May you continue to prosper & shine.

@CraftingwithDelonda

7 күн бұрын

❤️❤️❤️❤️

I have thought these same things many many times !!! Thanks for actually saying them out loud !!

I love you for being you and for always teaching me the right way. I totally agree and understand every you said. And if one of those things I didn’t know or realize , now I know as everyone else should. Hopefully this video reaches a lot of the crafters who really need to hear these things!!!!! Keep up the good work Delonda !!! Love your videos and learning from you!

I see you're getting beside yourself. I'll step off here. Not humbled anymore

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@HONEYBUN1969

5 күн бұрын

NO SHE IS NOT!!!! SHE IS TELLING THE TRUE ABOUT WHAT NEEDS TO BE SAID. WHY ARE YOU SALTY CAUSE MORE THAN ONE OF THEM HIT YOU ON YOUR TOES.....

@michelllayne841

4 күн бұрын

Sounds to me like you were triggered. Wonder why??

I will put you in my prayers and hope that you see what is wrong with this video. I watch KZread change people all of the time as they become irritated by their subscribers, followers, community, whatever they have built. Annoyed by the people who may have assisted in one's success. It is not always what you say, but how you say it. Think Gal. 5:22-23. Insulting the misuse of someone's words was unnecessary because you do not know their story. I sell many things that I just learned to make. Why is that wrong to you? It is not rocket science. There are people who ask a lot of questions. It can actually save time and does not mean that they do not know how to research. There are people who share everything. It is fine if you are not one of those people. You can just kindly say that you do not feel comfortable sharing someone else's work and keep moving. I hope that you get the results that you want out of this video.

@CraftingwithDelonda

7 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing your opinion.

Awesome tips!!

Absolutely love every single thing you said!!! I always tell my people that I will give advice but I will not do it for you! Thank you so much for PREACHING to these young cats!!

@CraftingwithDelonda

5 күн бұрын

Amen! Thank you for watching! ❤❤

Ok....let me say what also needs to be said. I have been a subscriber to your channel from just about the very beginning. When you were just starting your channel, you were very humble and sweet and informative. You were also on a learning journey. Which was one of the reasons i enjoyed watching and learning along with you and everyone else. You always said that you are here to share your knowledge and the things that you have learned with your viewers. You always said that selling merchandise was not then, nor ever would be your intent. However, now that you have reached over 100 thousand viewers, your intent certainly has changed. You are pushing a new machine every month. Cutting machines, heat-press machines, tumbler presses, engraving machines, embroidery machines, on and on and on. I have been guilty of purchasing a few of those machines myself. (That i really don't need.) But i just can't keep up any longer. No one can afford to buy all the stuff you are pushing. The reason YOU have all this STUFF is because you receive it all for free from the companies you are pushing it for. It's not just the machines. It's all the other STUFF you are pushing, like that HTV vinyl. Does it really matter what someone calls it? I'll bet my last buck that TecWrap Craft and all the other vendors don't care what anyone calls it. As long as you keep pushing and people keep buying. So lets be honest, shall we? You are getting paid very well for putting out content EVERY SINGLE WEEK! So your viewers should be able to make what THEY want with the STUFF they have purchased. Say what THEY want, while we still have a free country and if they want to spell something wrong let them, its not costing you anything. In your words (YOU DO YOU) let everyone else do them. And, really, Delonda, who are you to tell someone what they can and can not SELL and when they are ready. You are the one on here every week encouraging people to do just that. I am very confused with your little rant. I liked the sweet, humble Delonda much better. Where did she go? Im done!

@michellegill1278

9 күн бұрын

This is sound advice from her. Very sound advice.

@reneeeasterling3992

9 күн бұрын

In your opinion!

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing your opinion.

@ritalee1868

9 күн бұрын

I feel your comment 1000%, I took no offense to her words but some of her statements came off sideways. Items do not have to be perfect to sale them...Marshalls, TJ Max and other similar retailers have proven this. You may not be ready to charge big bucks but anything you put your heart into I say go for it! Delonda is extremely knowledgeable about crafting her creations are beautiful and I thank her for sharing but I will unsubscribe!

@dlstringer

9 күн бұрын

@@ritalee1868 AMEN!

GOOGLE IS your friend

@CraftingwithDelonda

5 күн бұрын

Amen!❤

Thank you! You have said it ALL. The same things you are talking about in this video - I have gotten down reviews for telling the truth. I also do not sell. I love when I get a lot of compliments but they are compliments not Go Sell what you made. I also don’t want to be committed to any one but my own projects. Again, thank you so much. I will share your video. ❤❤

As a newbie crafter, I love this! I'd much rather ask a fellow crafter where they bought a mold or SVG so I can go purchase it myself and maybe find something different/unique. Great advice imo!

@denisecrissup8768

Күн бұрын

Yes! When researching, it’s great what can be found along the way!! I go to find something from an idea and boom! I’ve downloaded 10 other SVGs/PNGs!!

@jenniferd.820

Күн бұрын

@denisecrissup8768 Lol absolutely! If you're anything like me, my cart grows as I get ideas, be it from a video or from going through and looking at molds/SVGs.

Thanks for showing your who you really are. I have been a successful crafter my whole life. I started selling in 2017. I don’t feel this mean azz video was necessary to make. Please don’t quote the Bible when doing so. Post this in your group. Not on here where our views pay you.

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Wow. Thanks for watching.

All y’all need to stop it’s.. crafting none of it Is that serious all of this stuff that you’re complaining about would be simple for you to just ignore it and move on you’re not helping anybody you’re sitting here being petty under the guys of being helpful.. it’s crafting why… why in the actual hell do KZread recommend this channel to me? This is the dumbest thing I’ve ever heard complaining about how someone spells complaining that they ask you to give them something when you can just simply ignore it and move on petty and ignorant.

@CraftingwithDelonda

5 күн бұрын

I'm sorry you feel this way. I apologize if my tone offended you in any way. If you do not like what I said, feel free to ignore my video and move on as well. Thank you for watching ❤

@sweedee100

5 күн бұрын

I agree with you.

I'm new to the crafting world, and I have me searching and researching various channels although it can be overwhelming but I find it refreshing to see what others have to say or do, that way I can choose the best teacher. I taught myself how to crochet the same way. I appreciate your honesty.

@CraftingwithDelonda

8 күн бұрын

Thank you ❤️

Lol. I'm new to cricut, but I could barely catch what you were saying because I was in such awe of how beautiful your hair and skin tone are. Gorgeous! I'll rewatch, I promise 🙏🏽

@CraftingwithDelonda

2 күн бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣 thank you

I try to stay positive on socials, but this video is completely unnecessary!

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Everyone is entitled to their opinion. Thanks for sharing yours.

@lightsoutmedia7370

9 күн бұрын

lol oh it’s super necessary trust me everything she said was valid outside 8 ppl saying HTV Vinyl is just like ppl saying ATM machine so that’s doesn’t bother me,but the ppl always asking YOU for your Hard Earn Work and them not taking the time to put in the work is nasty work,I’ve come across ppl like that all the time and they say they don’t feel like researching and or buying files they rather ask and act as if they put the work in and that’s disrespectful

@dlstringer

9 күн бұрын

@@lightsoutmedia7370 I said what I said...

Thank you so much for saying what needed to be said…. I hope we’re all listening to you and understanding that those 10 things well help us to become better crafters. We learn by doing the research and not piggybacking off of someone else’s hard work. Again, “Thank you”.

@CraftingwithDelonda

5 күн бұрын

Thank you for your kind words! I really appreciate it. ❤

@HONEYBUN1969

5 күн бұрын

AMEN

Gurl!(Girl)❤❤❤❤You have said everything I’ve have been thinking when each of those situations have come up in a post. However, I am obedient and I just keep scrolling. I feel like you took the weight off my chest by speaking on it. Thank you so much for being honest and straightforward. You are definitely my person!

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you so much. I appreciate that.

I definitely agree with you and thank you for sharing your thoughts.

#10 is meeeeee😫 I have a craft journal, but it doesn't help, I still wanna do all the things which leads me to #7 I'm guilty nit with sublimation but with other things. I had to come to the realization that I won't be good at making everything and I don't wanna make everything. You were so on point with everything 1-10. I wish this could be posted to all craft groups and ran as a commercial for the crafting community.😆❤❤❤

Well said! You had me lol’ing at the “sell vs sale” piece. It’s fine if someone speaks a certain way or what have you. But the incorrect word on an item just ruins the whole project. And regarding svgs, there’s so much work and time that goes into creating those. The creator needs the acknowledgment and compensation. Sharing is not caring sometimes.

You are so adorable and real. All of this is great advice. I’ve been a crafter for many years but new crafters definitely need to hear this. They just may not know

@CraftingwithDelonda

4 күн бұрын

Thank you so much ❤️

I freaking love you. You are beautiful inside and out, and this video proves it. I think the same things when I see some folk's comments. Before we bought anything, I spent countless hours doing research. We have a Cricut Maker 3, two lasers, a white toner printer, a sublimation printer, clay, silicone molds, ornaments, all sorts of jewelry making "stuff". I sell only to family and friends. It is ALL perfectly imperfect, and they know it. And my favorite currency is "Love, Hugs, and Kisses". Our favorite use of all the toys we have is having friends, family, neighbors come craft with us. They pay me for the supplies and make what they want. It's a pretty sweet setup. Thankful and blessed to have a husband that supports all my crazy crafting exploits. You just keep doing you!!! You're killing it! We love you!

OMGosh, I loved your video. I stumbled upon your video and decided to watch. Why? I don't know, I don't own a Cricut. What I loved is how kind you were in stating how ill-mannered it is to do the 10 things you mentioned. Throughout the video I kept saying, I want to hug you!! Thank you for saying what many of us crafters/artist are thinking and wish we had the courage to speak up.

@CraftingwithDelonda

5 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! Sending you all the virtual hugs! 🤗❤

Caught the replay.... You are so on point! ABSOLUTELY CORRECT..... For me it's #10 .... I will start a project and then another and another and nothing gets completed! Thank you for pointing these things out!!! Starting my crafting JOURNAL 🙂

In my quest to learn various crafting projects, i have relied on people such as yourself, Google and KZread. In any group I'm in, I try to search the comments first to see if a question I may have, was answered. Thanks for your videos and teaching. #10 resonated with me as I'll start a project and not finish. 😊

@CraftingwithDelonda

5 күн бұрын

Same here! Thank you so much for watching!❤

Oh how I love this ❤ Thank you Delonda I'm going to share this. I am in a couple groups and the folks you're referring to just irritate my soul. People don't even have to read these days they can literally watch videos like yours and learn SO MUCH. I appreciate your videos.

@CraftingwithDelonda

4 күн бұрын

I appreciate that! Thank you very much!

Delonda!! Thank you a thousand times over. When I retired from teaching, I purchased a Cricut Maker 3 and 'dabbled' for a while. Everything, yes everything you said was so true! It had gotten to the point of me being hesitant to mention my craft! I enjoy being a 'Cricuter' and try to direct people who ask to websites like yours. Thanks for adding power to my arsenal. Keep up the great work!🎉

@CraftingwithDelonda

7 күн бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate that.

This is my first time watching your channel. I really enjoyed how you presented each topic. Thank you for taking the time to bring out so many important issues. ❤

Great advice .. I started my crafting journey watching a handful of crafting KZread channels - yours included...along with my own research. Your recommendations on materials, machines, and (most importantly) approaches have been super helpful - and I think why I am still having fun on this journey. Please consider this recommended addition to be made in jest-: #11 -STOP giving family members your creations for every holiday gift - they don't want anymore T-shirts, cups or magnets (I am working on aprons for everyone this year)

@CraftingwithDelonda

7 күн бұрын

Thank you ❤️

Nicely put. I have been guilty of several of your top 10 things to stop doing. It makes such a difference when I do the research and learn from my own experiences. It may take me HOURS to learn it but I am getting it done one lesson at a time. Thanks for your honesty. You still have my vote. ❤

@CraftingwithDelonda

8 күн бұрын

Thank you so much ❤️

DeLonda, I totally agree with you. Crafting done well requires practice, practice, practice. You must do your research. The reason why I love you is you tell the truth about everything. Thanks for being honest and caring.

@CraftingwithDelonda

7 күн бұрын

Thank you ❤️

I purchased the very first cricut in like 2005 and have been cricutting ever since so let me tell you... every point you made needed to be said! Can I add a number 11? Some content creators must make new crafters feel like they need EVERY tool that is out there. You don't need a special weeding container in order to use your cricut. 99% of projects can be made using a green mat just fine. In fact... cricut used to make only a green mat.

@CraftingwithDelonda

4 күн бұрын

Thank you so much and I love number 11.

I personally starting researching sublimation and discovered DTF is the way for me to go. I enjoy designing. Now I design and send to print!!

@CraftingwithDelonda

Күн бұрын

That is awesome! Yes, DTF is trending for a very good reason. Ordering prints is definitely the way to go!

Hello Delonda I have just started following you. I love how good you give instructions. I am making the prayer journal. Paula Miller

I cannot love this video enough! I am still learning myself and have chose NOT to sell anything yet. I told my friends if you bring me something that you want me to do…I will do it free for you but please know that I am not perfect and steadily improving myself.

@CraftingwithDelonda

Күн бұрын

Thank you so much! I sincerely appreciate it more than I can express.

Thank you!! This was very helpful. I'm just starting, like literally yesterday and doing research and started following you. This is my 3rd video by you today! LOVE LOVE your honesty!

@CraftingwithDelonda

7 күн бұрын

Thank you ❤️

Lovely that you took your time and energy to say what needs to be said, BRAVO!!!

@CraftingwithDelonda

4 күн бұрын

Thank you so much ❤️

Great advice! Thanks for sharing your thoughts. 😊

Everything needed to be said. You did it with such grace . I love your channel. I have a journal And use it for all My different crafts. Thanks Delonda for all you do! ❤

@CraftingwithDelonda

5 күн бұрын

I appreciate that more than you know. Thank you for watching!❤

Girl, you just gained a new subscriber. I love your ten pieces of advice(ALL OF THEM). You said what needed to be said and I definitely hate to see a tshirt where the design is too too big. I'm glad you said that and the misspelling of words is definitely a pet peeve of mine (not mines) as well..Well done. And you are so beautiful my girl. Keep on shining and do the work has called you to do. Many may take offense to it, but you have just ministered the truth in love.

@CraftingwithDelonda

5 күн бұрын

I'm glad to hear you understand where I'm coming from! Thank you so much for your kind comment. ❤

Well said Delonda. I watched this video because I find you to be so pleasant. Your title caught my attention and I thought, who did it Delonda? The one that spoke to me was finishing what you start. I’m still a beginner in all things SVG crafting but like you said, I became tired of sewing on a begintermediate curve and saw a shirt and thought I want to do that. Now I have realized before purchasing a clam heat press that this is not my heart’s love. Thank you for saying what needed to be said.

❤I love your honesty and style!! You do amazing crafts and are a humble, caring teacher. This is a great advice video. Thankful for your courage. Blessings to you!

@CraftingwithDelonda

7 күн бұрын

You are so welcome!

First, (random thought) you have beautiful skin! I find when i research a question myself 9 out of 10 times, I have a better understanding from the start and do a better job. I found a couple of these things you said kind of petty but I am a person who enjoys helping others. The SVG's was a great topic for a couple of reasons, 1, when some posts an "svg" it isn't really an svg! It is a jpg or png, etc. Most people do not know what a in svg actually is. Also, someone took the time to create an svg or image, they deserve to be compensated for their work. By sharing those images or files, people are essentially stealing from someone else. Lastly, while some people didn't like this video, I think it is good because it opens discussions and that is how we all begin to learn. Thank you!

Your talk is real!! You are real! I love how you are so true with us. Delonda don’t ever change. I’ve only been following you for about 3 months now and that’s only because I just started using the Cricut and bought it because of you. You are a God send to us. You let the Lord use you to speak the truth in Love and your talk did not offend me at all. I feel that it helped more than anything❤️🙏🏽 I truly APPRECIATE YOU May God bless you and your beautiful family. You are so AMAZING 🙏🏽 So don’t wor bout it lol in DELONDA’s voice. I love your energy🌹🙌🏽

@CraftingwithDelonda

7 күн бұрын

Thank you very much 😊

You are spot on Delonda. I love watching you. You have taught me alot. I started sublimation 2 years ago and am just figuring out how to make shirts properly. Thank you for this.

@CraftingwithDelonda

5 күн бұрын

I'm so happy to hear that! Thank you for watching!❤

Amen to the truth...all valid points 💯....OAN your skin is flawless 🥰. Love your transparency and honesty - don't change ❤

@CraftingwithDelonda

9 күн бұрын

Thank you ❤️