At first, I tried to learn how to crochet Amigurumi, because that was what was selling the most. However, it was too time consuming for me. I didn't want to sell something that would take me too long to make. So, I went back on Etsy, and I found out that Beanies sell very well there and that is what I make now. And I love it, too! Even though I own a crochet business, I never feel like I am working. 😊
Love your experience and I know you will continue doing what you love ... I love all kinds of craft , macrame, crochet 🧶 I learned to crochet with a sewing 🧵 needle because I was to poor to get a crochet needle and yarn 🧶 i that time we were 17 boys and 4 girls... God bless you always keep up the good job 🙏🏼
This was the best video on this topic that I’ve seen and I’ve watched a lot of these types of videos. Very well thought out and I loved the ho eat advice. New subscriber. 😊
This was a great “Starting a Small Business “ video. I’m in the process of starting a leather bag business and have been stumbling along, your video was a great “process” guide. Thank you.
Thank you. I am very interested in learning how to crochet with the next plan of having a business. I am grateful for the insider information as this gives me food for thought.
I like crocheting both handmade baby booties and handmade crochet hats from preemies to adults and the styles are animals Characters and regular hats are what I love making
Hi Taylor. Thank you for sharing this info. I'm in the process of starting a crochet business but I'm stuck on the legal. I recently saw a post you made on instagram where you said you eventually went with an LLC. I live in Los Angeles, California and from what I've read I need to be licensed before I can even start selling on Etsy. It all seems so complicated in my state. My question is, What made you decide to go with an LLC for your business?
Hey there! I chose an LLC in the event that I had any legal issues with the business it wouldn’t affect my personal finances. Not everyone feels the need to do that. I have a crochet friend in California that might be able to give some insight. You can find her on insta @high_on_crochet her name is April. Tell her I sent you!
I had a few things made from the design process but I set up my shop to be made to order! A lot of people prefer to make first then do a product drop. For me that was too much of a financial/time investment.
Quick question: Which company do you use for shipping? I shipped a couple of things with Canada Post but their prices are crazy. I'm pretty sure there are more affordable options out there just haven't found them yet :) Thanks a lot for your feedback
@@BagsbyBento yes it’s definitely not. I heard there is a PayPal shipping which is like 70% off normal shipping prices. I have to look into it little bit deeper. Thank you for your reply
There can be a lot of reasons you don’t get sales on Etsy but the most common is not enough marketing! Etsy does not bring people to your shop in the beginning. You have to bring your own audience. The more you sell on Etsy, the more often you show up in search results. I hope that helps!
Lots of great tips. And you are so right about Etsy, been there & done that; too saturated. Ty for sharing & making me think how I want my ducks to line up, as they say, 😊. I had, what I thought would be the perfect retirement biz plan, with some financial teeeks. However, now I'm actually retired, I dont want to work that hard any more. Ty again for sharing. You really helped. I'm going to stick with live markets & pop ups. I'm torn about offering too much contact info. Maybe just Instagram & or email? I will not be doing custom work or it would be one on one basis, if I was approached & approved of the request. What do you think about contact info?
I think we need a full tutorial on how you used Pinterest! :)
Noted! Great idea!
At first, I tried to learn how to crochet Amigurumi, because that was what was selling the most. However, it was too time consuming for me. I didn't want to sell something that would take me too long to make. So, I went back on Etsy, and I found out that Beanies sell very well there and that is what I make now. And I love it, too! Even though I own a crochet business, I never feel like I am working. 😊
Love your experience and I know you will continue doing what you love ... I love all kinds of craft , macrame, crochet 🧶 I learned to crochet with a sewing 🧵 needle because I was to poor to get a crochet needle and yarn 🧶 i that time we were 17 boys and 4 girls... God bless you always keep up the good job 🙏🏼
Thanks so much! Means the world to me. I love all kids of crafts too.. they’re all so much fun
This was the best video on this topic that I’ve seen and I’ve watched a lot of these types of videos. Very well thought out and I loved the ho eat advice. New subscriber. 😊
YAY! Thanks for telling me that! More videos on this topic are to come!
This was a great “Starting a Small Business “ video. I’m in the process of starting a leather bag business and have been stumbling along, your video was a great “process” guide. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for sharing! I am glad I found you on Instagram. Love how real and genuine you are!
Aww! Thanks so much! Happy to share what I learn along the way
Thank you. I am very interested in learning how to crochet with the next plan of having a business. I am grateful for the insider information as this gives me food for thought.
Good to hear! Happy to answer questions as you work towards your dream!
Thanks Taylor
This was extremely helpful and easy to listen through.
I'm so glad to hear that! I talk crochet business/marketing quite a bit on instagram if you don't already follow!
Hi, love the video, thank you, just started my own channel so need all the help I can get to hopefully get it right.
Thanks for the info about state requirements. It was very helpful
Sure thing! Happy to help
Love watching your videos. So happy for you!
Aww thanks so much! Made my night 🥰
Taylor, thank you for sharing your experience. Your information is really helpful and appreciated!
So happy to share what I learn along the way!
Thank you. It was very informative. I have sold on Etsy beaded necklace in 2017. Now i realise that for me is better to make digital DIY.
I like crocheting both handmade baby booties and handmade crochet hats from preemies to adults and the styles are animals Characters and regular hats are what I love making
Some great advice and tips here. Thank you
Sure thing! Happy to help!
Wonderful video!! Thank you for all this lovely information. 😊
Happy to share what I learn along the way!
Yes this was so helpful! If you have any one on one tips..I would definitely appreciate it!!
Glad it was helpful! I have an Instagram subscription where I help people one on one and I do consulting! Feel free to email me bagsbybento@gmail.com
Thank you it was so helpful.
Oh yay! Happy to hear it!
Ur such an inspiration 😊
Aww!! Thanks so much ☺️ happy to share if it helps other people!
Thank you for this tutorial, I liked your website suggestions. I'd love to learn how you designed your logo. I'm struggling to find out my own brand.
I created it in Canva. I wouldn’t worry too much about the logo. The only place I use it is on my website and business cards! I just have a text logo
Hi Taylor. Thank you for sharing this info. I'm in the process of starting a crochet business but I'm stuck on the legal. I recently saw a post you made on instagram where you said you eventually went with an LLC. I live in Los Angeles, California and from what I've read I need to be licensed before I can even start selling on Etsy. It all seems so complicated in my state.
My question is, What made you decide to go with an LLC for your business?
Hey there! I chose an LLC in the event that I had any legal issues with the business it wouldn’t affect my personal finances. Not everyone feels the need to do that.
I have a crochet friend in California that might be able to give some insight. You can find her on insta @high_on_crochet her name is April. Tell her I sent you!
When you started did you have an inventory built up or did you do made to order?
I had a few things made from the design process but I set up my shop to be made to order! A lot of people prefer to make first then do a product drop. For me that was too much of a financial/time investment.
Girl!!! How did I not know you were on RUclips! :) Love the video!
Thank you!! 😊 going to follow you now!
Quick question: Which company do you use for shipping? I shipped a couple of things with Canada Post but their prices are crazy. I'm pretty sure there are more affordable options out there just haven't found them yet :) Thanks a lot for your feedback
I’m in the states so I use United States Postal Service. When shipping to my family oversees we use Fedex or DHL but it’s not cheap!
@@BagsbyBento yes it’s definitely not. I heard there is a PayPal shipping which is like 70% off normal shipping prices. I have to look into it little bit deeper. Thank you for your reply
Pirate Ship
What is the Etsy alternative you mention? Beepop??
DePop!
Nice ur video I started crochet sweater selling in etsy platform but not coming in the order so what I do u explain it.
There can be a lot of reasons you don’t get sales on Etsy but the most common is not enough marketing! Etsy does not bring people to your shop in the beginning. You have to bring your own audience. The more you sell on Etsy, the more often you show up in search results. I hope that helps!
Hello I have diploma dress making dres designing, crochet drafting cutting, sewing any body help me got job I have many ideas sewing, crochet
Sounds like you’re very creative!
Plz help got job online crochet, sewing patren
This was so helpful, thank you. Are you open to questions via email?
Yes! Bagsbybento@gmail.com
Lots of great tips. And you are so right about Etsy, been there & done that; too saturated. Ty for sharing & making me think how I want my ducks to line up, as they say, 😊. I had, what I thought would be the perfect retirement biz plan, with some financial teeeks. However, now I'm actually retired, I dont want to work that hard any more. Ty again for sharing. You really helped. I'm going to stick with live markets & pop ups. I'm torn about offering too much contact info. Maybe just Instagram & or email? I will not be doing custom work or it would be one on one basis, if I was approached & approved of the request. What do you think about contact info?
I think email and instagram are perfect! I generally just share those and a website. Happy it helps!