10 EASY ideas of what to sew and sell for a little side hustle in 2021!
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- Опубликовано: 4 июл 2024
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Would you be willing to suggest prices for items like the scrunchies?
I understand cost+time+mark up, but I'm actually looking for ideas of what people have been willing to pay per unit for sellable items.
😊 Thanks
I am 12 and have started to sew and sell animal blankets this month. I loved this video, so much inspiration!
Thank you guys for the love and support!❤❤😁
Good luck ‘lil crafter!!! It is so refreshing to know that there are young ones who are so interested in creating things🤩👏 I wish you the best 💗☺️
@@healthhollow7218 Aww! Thank you so much!❤
Nice from where you learn can you send me the link
@@nikhithanikhitha8211 I don't really have one place I learn sewing from. I just watch sewing videos on RUclips and take mental notes. Then later piece together something kind of random.
I did use some instruction for the blankets. I just changed them a bit to how I wanted them made.
Here is the video for the blankets: ruclips.net/video/IVcqJHVeVlY/видео.html (Look at the comments)
Sewing channels include: coolirpa, Gunnar Deatherage, withwendy, officialhambly, Micarah Tewers, Nava Rose, PaperStxrs, THISISKACHI, Jenna Phipps, Kiana Bonollo, Rosery Apparel, QuaintBawse // The Quaint Pursuit, and Thoughtful Creativity - CRAFT, SEW, DIY
I hope this helped. If it didn't, I'm sorry.
Thats awesome!! i wish i learned when i was that young, most i did was simple little hand sewing, im 24 and barely skilling up my sewing lol keep up the good work though!
Things to sew and sell:
1. Towel Headwrap
2. Reusable Makeup Remover Bags
3. Cosmetic Zipper Pouch
4. Bathrobe
5. Apron
6. Sustainable Reusable Products - Cloth Diapers
7. Pot holders; Oven Mitts
8. Coasters
9. Scarf
10. Scrunchies
11. Beach Cover ups
12. Tote
Towel headwrap
I really got into sewing because of the pandemic. I have anxiety and I needed something to do to feel useful. Also, I had family who needed masks. After that I branched out and made a batch of scrub hats for donation. Then I wanted a bucket hat... It snowballed!
He he, I HEAR YOU! But isn't it fun to sew? Just like you, Crissy, I do quite a bit sewing for donations - it is wonderful, and helps with anxiety - you're so right! Thank you for what you do with your skills!
I’m proud of you. I suffer from anxiety and can’t get my head together to try. 👍🏻
@@suehorn4182 I'm so sorry. It can be so difficult! Be gentle to yourself. 🤗 😘
@@chrissy24-7: I definitely know how you feel I just got back into sewing, I've actually sewed in H.S But I'm always still a little worried about will it come out the way I sketch it out cuz I draw fashion too. Anyways, You shouldn't be worried that..!! We all mess up.
Find an indoor flea market or craft store and most will rent you a space or shelf to sell your stuff and they collect the money for you and you don’t even have to be there. You just go weekly and restock and clean and organize and once a month collect your profits minus your next months rent on your space. I do that and love it because it frees me up to be creative and not be there all the time
Whaaaaaaaaaat?! Is that a thing? Pamela - I am going full on research mode right now. Thank YOU so MUCH!
@@ThoughtfulCreativity please keep us post what you find I would like to do that as well 😁
There’s one near me and first time I went I thought “this is such an amazing idea”. It also means I can go there anytime during the week if I want to grab something (great place for buying gifts) without having to remember to get to the Sunday markets between 8-12 (or whenever)
I've never heard of that. Great idea...especially now.
THANKs so MUCH!!♥️
I started sewing again since Middle School, and watching my Aunt make items.... I started making 3 D face masks, infinity scarfs. Etc. Candles ... Incense..and started a business!!!!! My hobby to a business💚 Looking to build my Brand. Thanks!!!!
I like that the makeup removal pads are square. I see them elsewhere round, and that just wastes fabric and time. Two thumbs up to you and Claire.
Very nice and practical list, love it! Couple of things I would add: 1) face masks (for obvious reasons) 2) headbands (good scrap buster, especially for knits) 3) pencil cases (zipper pouch like you presented would do, but it's even better when when the zipper is in the middle and the corners are boxed - this way it serves as a tray) 4) lining for fruit baskets or bowls 5) fabric storage baskets, trays etc.
My daughter is 6 and we finally gave in to get her one. She has been making little pillows and blankets for her Barbies. We are watch this together and she is loving your channel!!! Thank you
What machine is your daughter using please?
@@cathybartley6064 Its a Janome.
How cute...!!
I bought my oldest grand daughter a sewing machine for her birthday a few years ago. My daughter does not sew but when we visit we get out the sewing machine and she gets to sew and make cute little things around the house,dog bandanas, we made head wraps, lanyards, just stuff that is really easy to put together and she loves it and younger sis is getting old enough to was to try her hand at it as well.
Great ideas! Some years ago, I made a scarf for my mother in-law from from a large piece of raw-edged hand-dyed silk in the jewel tone colors she loves that I bought at a craft fair for $30. Because it’s so delicate, it really needs to be hand-hemmed. It took a while, but I did it and my hand-sewing was pretty decent. My mum in-law loved it. So even though the fabric was dyed by someone else, it was made special because of the handwork I did on the hem.
I do sewing for my relaxation especially the start of the pandemic it’s been so stressful working in the hospital so sewing for me is a way of my distressing my co nurses asking me to sell what I’ve been making but I don’t sell it I do give it as a gift , but maybe when this pandemic finish I will make time to make and sell
Thank you for everything you do! I'm a lab technician and have definitely been feeling the stress in my part of the hospital. Sewing helps me relax, too.
Imelda, What a blessing you must be for your co-workers. Know that your service is so much appreciated. It’s great that you’re able to use your talents to help you de-stress and assist others. We need more people like you, honey.
I am working on greeting cards made from fabric with hand embroidery on it without paper or cardboard. I'm not selling them yet but I'm giving them as gifts. I also sew momerial hearts on key rings.
Briliant video.
I did sell some stuff I made 2 years ago at local crafts market. Best sellers were little bow ties for boys and bibs for kids.
Bowl cozies are easy and fun to sew and sell pretty well during the fall
Sewing small items like masks, pincushions or phone pillows as gifts or selling them and sending the money to your favorite charity is a fun thing to do during the pandemic and if you use recycled textiles even better for the Planet! 😊💕
Anna Marie in Sweden
Vilket är ditt bästa sytips? 😊
What is a phone pillow?
@@99utrecht a cell phone pillow is something similar to a coaster but in the size of your cell phone. They are commonly used in offices or wherever you are going to be setting your cell phone down regularly on a hard surface. It just makes it easier on the phone to set it down on something soft. And of course if they're made out of something pretty that's even better! Hope this helps.
@@susanvan1672 uu
Yes I have considered selling at a local farmers market. Sewing and crafting some items now to try and prep for a few items to have on hand to try the market before end of summer
You make sewing look so fun even for those who don't sew. Such a lively and pleasant presentation. Thank you.
For Farmers Markets sellers, I would consider items that are high impulse, meaning cute, colorful and useful. A whimsical vibe. They would be quick to make and don't cost that much to make. Flea or Farmers Market buyers
Are looking for things for a couple of dollars.
I would think $5 and under, but you could try other price points depending on the item. Have business cards to hand out to those who have purchased from you, or they could sign up for mailing list, so you could show them your other handmade creations at higher price points. I just love the idea of small home businesses for Women where they can express their creativity and have a sense of satisfaction selling what they make. Home business and online marketing of your crafts can't be beat. 😁😊❤🛍
That's true l have gone back to sewing after 8 years and am enjoying it. Am grateful for the idea if sewing for sale because basically I have just been waiting in customers to come through my shop for their clothes alterations or an outfit made for them and when no body comes there is no cash. Wow am so happy l came across this video. Thanks a lot
Such a great video and great tips! Thanks! I am only 11 years old, but I have thought about how cool it would be to sell items I have sewn. A couple of months ago, my friend’s mom “hired” me to make zipper pouches for her for Christmas gifts. This video was really helpful to me!
Wonderful Sweetie. You should make and sell these. Happy entrepreneurship to you ! ❤️❤️❤️
Well done Greta
Greta you are inspiring!
I'm really happy for you! Your mom's friend seems great! Have fun with them!
I love the head towel I use them all of the time but I make my own towel wraps too. Because I don’t like the microfibre ones you can buy I just take a normal bath towel measure it around myself and cut off the excess to use for the straps. I then just sew on the Velcro to keep it closed and add the straps. This gives me a nice towel that stays on whilst I am getting ready after a shower or bath xx you can even add a pocket if you like xx
True! I went back to sewing after 30 years during the lockdown.
wonderful video ,like your ideias, ive made one little colection for child ,I've made a couple pieces for my daughter 2 years ago ,i realized that people don't wanna pay for well made clothes plus fabric can be expensive ,lately i sew for myself and family same goes out for knitting . 🙂❤
This was very helpful to someone who’s new to RUclips. Thank you for making this video! I believe everyone needs a side hustle!!
Yes, especially right now! Thank you Andrew!
Thanks for sharing! This week I shared 5 different tutorials on items made with remnant pieces and they would make great gifts or selling items!
Love it!! I'm still a beginner and don't feel comfortable selling yet but I may still try to sew some of these just for fun and if they turn out good I may consider gifting or selling them. 😊
Thankyou for sharing! Even if you are not planning on selling things they are great to build sewing confidence or to make and have stored ready for gift giving moments!!
I’m trying to help my daughter get out of the traditional work place and start selling her own crafts. She makes amazing hard lotions, and tons of other things. I am an addicted quilter, so I’m making dog quilts for her, and we are starting at our farmers market. Loved your video, first one I have seen.
That’s what I want to do as well, sew and sell at a farmers market. I have been quilting blankets.
Just discovered your channel. In 2020 dusted off sewing machine, made dozens of face masks, scrub caps/cancer caps for friends, family, cancer organisation. Now know what to do w leftover batting from daughters recently finished Wedding Quilt (coasters). Bless you for helping so many struggling financially
My 7 year old got my phone and watched one of your videos where it popped up. She absolutely loves watching your videos now and says you are so cool! You have inspired her to sew a little more.
Whaaaaaaat? That's so lovely :) I love kids - their creativity is never ending! You should do this one with your kiddo, great for fall decor - ruclips.net/video/Qg0FQfdz5N4/видео.html
Fun hobby. Wonderful gifts. Doesn't make money.
What great ideas! I like that you show the items in use (the hair drying wrap, the beach cover up, etc).
What are some of your favorite sewing channels to watch? I absolutely love all of your tutorials! Thank you for all you do, it’s much appreciated.
Good question! I will make a list and share with all :)
You have such a sweet gentle nature
I'm rewatching this video for inspo on something to make as a gift for my son's teacher and I'm definitely gonna make her a couple of these projects. I think for the reusable makeup wipes I might add a little rectangular piece of fabric on the top of the woven fabric piece to make a "loop" to put a finger or 2 in to help hold it when you use it...or maybe a loop of elastic.
That is such a great idea, like a one of those square potholder where you can put your hand inside, but on a smaller scale!
Thank you for your time
Great video! These would make great gifts! I really really enjoyed the video!
Thanks! Happy sewing!
Thank you for these ideas.
Another great video, thank you!! Also super idea's for a school fair/fund raiser.
Oh my, yes, I did not even think about it - yes! Thank you!
I love the little makeup removers. You could even make a little bowl or fabric box to hold them.
Just recently found your channel on RUclips Alisa. Great videos and tutorials, I ❤️ your enthusiasm, you have motivated me to garment sew with confidence. I thank you from SoCal have a blessed day.
Yay! Thank you!
Such cool ideas
Thank you for sharing your ideas. I love it.
I make aprons out of home decor cotton fabric. I like the ones that are animals. I use a check or plaid to put on as trim.
I'm making place mats for my kitchen table right now. Might be something nice to coordinate with apron and oven mits as a set to sell.
Omg, Natalie, you ALWAYS have some great ideas!!!! This is awesome!
@@ThoughtfulCreativity you are always so nice!
Such smart ideas..loved your channel
Perfect timing for this video! I have been thinking about opening an Etsy shop this past week! Thank you for this video!
I opened my Etsy shop last year and it’s so much fun! And there is no pressure...if you want to stop then you stop...you can go at your own pace.
@@SimplyDelilah Ah, thank you! I'm just starting to look into it and definitely got a little nervous and overhwhelmed, so that is a relief to hear! :)
These are great ideas. Thanks for sharing!
Glad you like them!
Thank you so much for this very useful tips.I have a sewing machine but dont know yet what to sew and sell.This video would be a great help.Godbless!
Glad it was helpful!
I always though that fashion sewing was too big of a project but i love your ideas thanks
You’re welcome 😊
cant wait to try this. thanks
Hope you enjoy!
I really enjoyed this blog. Some very good ideas.
Thanks 😊 Sister you have helped me to get ideas with small things to do .
God bless you a lot
Thank you so much!!
What a good idea 👍
thank you for not putting music over your voice. I subscribed for more.
Thank you and lucky you - I have a ton of this type of videos on my channel, just got to the "video" tab and take a look :)
Love these ideas. Fab ideas! The dressing gown sounds perfect.. the stores just don't have pretty ones like the vintage beautiful ones from long ago. Thank you!
I have a sewing machine. I am intimidated to use it. I think these simple ideas may be what I need to feel comfortable.
Kelly, I used to be really intimidated by my sewing machine too. But, I made myself learn how to use it, but I also hired a lady to teach me how to use my simple machine and to teach me the basics of sewing). After that, I just watched tons of RUclips videos, until I found people and projects that spoke to me. One of my favorite people on RUclips is Erica Arndt. She makes beautiful things and she is an AWESOME teacher, she explains things SO well. Good luck and...don't give up!
If you go through the mere tutorials, even just how to thread and oil and insert a needle, then go on to straight stitches and tension, and bobbin threading, and practice those on junk material you don't care about (old sheets even, that are bound for the dump, and you can get stuff at Goodwill for practice), then if it gets stuck it anything, knots up in the bobbin or anything, you can look how to deal with that on RUclips as well. Just keep practicing with those and just basic stitches, play around with all your stitches and how to set the tension and stuff until you feel more comfy. Then move on to making a simple repair on something or an entire simple skirt or bag or something. Then move on to something more high tech. Il you can practice with scrap material how to put in zippers. You can take it out and redo it. Then look up how to read patterns. Look up how to make a shirt, some pants, and play with that stuff. And when you run into a problem or want to move up, look that up here too.
Just do this, play with it and have fun, and before you know it you'll be making it all.
Please don’t let your machine intimidate you! I would suggest you think about and write down why it intimidates you. There are heaps of videos to look at and groups to join for advice. Read the manual for your machine from cover to cover then grab some clean fabric, old sheeting or similar, and just take the time to play with machine over and over till you are more confident with it! You can do it!
Thanks for the ideas 👍🏾
Hey! It's really very helpful. Thank you for the video. And I really love your videos on handmade capsule wardrobe. It's really very helpful.
I'm so glad! There will be more video to come about capsule wardrobes!
@@ThoughtfulCreativity hey! Thanks!
Great ideas💡 Thanks for sharing. 🙋🏽♀️
Glad you like them!
My mom uses those shower head towels..!! Sewing fun but a little bit difficult. Especially with certain garment. I actually decided to start my own business..!! It's stressful to do it all by myself but I believe I can do it..!!
New subscriber!💜🦋 I love ideas for gifts for others! I love the head wrap!
Welcome! I had many people make this head wrap - such a useful thing!
I’ve just made my hubby a dressing gown from a $1 vintage pattern from the op shop (thrift) .He loves it 👍
That is awesome! That is the best kind of outcome, when you pick up smth from a thrift store and give it a new life!
@@ThoughtfulCreativity yes ! 👍
I make many things, hot pads, zipper bags, mug rugs, also crocheted items but just don’t know how to price things. My granddaughter has offered to help me with Etsy but then I am afraid it will be to much pressure to get things done. I have totes full of things I have made even though I do use them for gifts :)
Just my rambling thoughts, I love your videos ❤️
You can check out Etsy to see how things are priced. That will give you an idea of how to price yours if your interested. Also, if you only sell ready made items, there is less pressure because you’ll only be selling what you’ve already made. Best wishes,
3x the cost of supplies is how much u should charge, so if it cost u $20 to make, charge $60
Great video and tips 🙏🙏🙏 God bless you for such a great idea
I just found your vlog and you are lucky you sell your items….I did craft shows years ago and ran into the problem of people wanting cheap….
One idea I have is as a gardener and it being so popular now would be garden aprons made out of painters tarps with many pockets for tools and string and even a water bottle pocket. Also large veggie carriers where you can fill it corn or squash and it’s still light enough to carry.
Another if you could design a sun visor hat that has the top open but the visor blocks the sun from the face. My garden hats make my head hot and I’m always trying to find something cooler.
One more idea would be a dog carrier wrap like they have for babies…..the ones I have seen seem so heavy and in warm weather hot for the pup.
Good luck on your business.
Thank you for the ideas I am trying to make money to save up for something but I didn’t know what to sow, so this helps so much tysm!
Great ideas. Thanks for your sharing
This is Avery useful video, thank you.
Lovely projects.
Lovely ideas
I started an Etsy store last year. I sew project bags/drawstring bags and other things, knit and crochet hats scarves. I have a YT channel as well. Thanks for the tips.
Thanks for sharing these ideas.. I've listed at least 2 things to do these coming days.. 🙂
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Great ideas
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I am brand new to your channel and I have to say--you are just sunshine! Thank you for such lovely tips :-)
My pleasure! :)
Thank you so much, I loved you, You look nice.🥰
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I loved the videos
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Hi sister iam really impressed the way u r explaining really awesome all the best for more videos
Am still learning to sew but clothes and stuff here in my country is expensive so I don't really make any stuff
If it helps you can upcycle old things into new, do a search for ideas. And practice on old sheets or curtains even, anything that is no longer if use.
Until the COVI-19, I had not touched a sewing machine for over 40 years! I made my pantsuits and that was the last time I sewed!
Yes! I have thought about it a lot and ur videos are VERY helpful. And the only thing stopping me is I’m not sure how much to price everything. I would really love and appreciate it if u could make a video about how to decide what to price each item and how u come up with it.
Ashley, hello there. It is not about how to decide or come up with the price - you have to count it out. Price of resources, time, expertise, equipment, software, even things like listing price online and ordering packaging. You can simple google how to price your handmade goods and what goes into pricing and go from there.
Thank you for you give me a lot of ideas, my only problem is my sewing machine i would love to have a heavy duty sewing machine but i dont have enough money to buy yet but im hoping that one day i can earn a money to buy one, i always watch ur you tube although its only now that i subscribed your channel more to learn from you maam, stay safe always🥰♥️
oh my gosh! what amazing gift ideas! and make up removers pads!! I'm totally going to make this for gifts this xmas! thanks for this video! :)
michelle
You are so welcome! I am glad you enjoyed this and the other video! Welcome to the channel and see you here soon :)
Yes my lady I taught about selling my sewn items
Loved this soo much..
I'm selling some of the items that i have on my channel.
Some people learn and follow the tutorials others just ask me to do it for them and sell...
That's great, work either way, right? :)
I always make and use potholder and i only use batting. I have never burned myself. it's much cheaper and environmentally friendly
Hmm.... interesting. For as long as I have been making oven mitts and potholders - insulbright has been required for safety.
I appreciate your ideas. You didn't say how one would go about selling items, like online or in person.
the video clearly just says 10 items you could make to sell.... not how to sell... I mean you can ask for a video for that or go look for one
love it thank you 🤗🤗🌷🌷🌹🇲🇦
Yay! Thank you for being here!
Thanku mam
Very helpful vd👍
This is amazing and can help saving our Earth cause is reusable.
Very much interesting
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The head wrap is a neat idea, with the "curly girl" concept. You could make the wraps out of tee shirt fabric (or 2nd hand tee shirts., or line the terrycloth cloth ones with tee shirt fabric. I think to be truly successful selling items, you need something no one else is selling or to be competitive you'll have to sell very cheap/how would there be a profit? But you do pkg your things extremely nice!
I think it also about presentation, the thought/effort that goes into it, style and overall idea! You have to have a direction, not just a million odd things to sell - in my opinion. These are just some ideas to get people started with what they have!
i bought a head wrap like you showed, 2 in the pack for below 10, this is why i wonder if how tough it is to make money for handmade items. tough to compete.