And my goal is to help you make money with your favorite hobby. In my blog you will find over 40+ patterns that were designed by me specifically for those who sell their makes to bring in extra income.
You will find that vendor markets are my JAM (I have been doing them for over 12 years!) and almost all of my blog posts are geared towards market prep.
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I designed this fun crochet apron to wear at my craft fairs and vendor markets, but you could totally change up the words to say “Dana’s Kitchen”, etc. if you don’t do craft fairs. I used sunburst granny squares for the bottom portion and I show you step-by-step how to add the words. It’s a fun project that is sure to make you stand out at your markets and raise your brand’s awareness!
Read MoreThis hat is perfect for market prep, as it takes just over 30 minutes to make and is SUPER budget-friendly! When making it out of Yarn Bee Dream Supreme (on sale), you can make each hat for only $3.50, meaning more money in your pocket! The front detail mimics post stitches without all the bulk, giving visual interest while keeping it comfortable to wear.
Read MoreLearn the Woven Twill stitch by making this beautiful sunglass case! Create this gorgeous stitch pattern by slightly variating spike stitches. This project is not only great for learning a new stitch pattern, but for Teacher Appreciation Week! Included is a free printable thank-you card that can be inserted into the case and given as a gift.
Read MoreEver wonder why the larger the vendor market, the lower your sales? I will tell you why this happens and 3 tips to combat this consistent issue. Implementing these ideas myself caused me to have the most successful one day event to date!
Read MoreIf you’re looking for a quick hat with beautiful texture, look no further! This hat can be made using bulky or super bulky weight yarns and uses only a 4-row repeat, making it ideal for market prep and Christmas gifts! It’s beautiful in both solid and striping yarns, making it easy to adjust to your preferences.
Read MoreThis bookmark was inspired by a macramé bookmark I saw on Pinterest. It can be made in at least 3 different styles and is a great gift for any book lover in your life! They are simple yet beautiful and work up very quickly. They sell extremely well and would make a great Mother’s Day gift, teacher’s gift, or any gift for a friend!
Read MoreIt’s that time again! The warm weather is here and we say goodbye to our hats, scarves, pocket shawls and ear warmers. But for many of us who do vendor markets as a form of income, we find ourselves asking “what do I make now?”
Not all of us will have the same answer, but I have done many vendor markets in the warmer months, and I have had some great success with several items that I would like to share with you.
Read MoreIf you have never done a vendor market before, or if you are on the fence about doing one to sell your crochet wares, the following tips are to help you get started in the right direction. I have done many vendor events and these are just some things I have learned along the way (some the hard way LOL). My hope is that my experiences will help you be more prepared than I was when I first started doing these events.
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