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DO YOU WANT TO MAKE MONEY WITH YOUR CROCHET?

August 29, 2011 by jd wolfe

 

Time and again, I read and hear about people who would like to make money with their crochet.  It’s difficult to get paid a fair price for crocheted items.  People who do not crochet have no idea of the amount of time and labor that goes in to completing even a simple project.  I used to crochet one hat a day and got so good at it that I could get one done, start to finish, in an hour.  For me, a slow crocheter, this was quite a feat.  But, what would I have to charge for the hat to make a profit?  I’d have to factor in the cost of the materials, my time, and a number of other items loosely defined as ‘overhead’.  Having once owned a small basket business, I’m well aware of the amount of money and work one must put into a business before the first dollar of profit is earned.  However, in this era of electronic media, things have changed.  This book, “The Handmade Marketplace” by Kari Chapin is a must-read for anyone wanting to break into this business by selling online.  This is your one-stop shopping trip for everything you need to know about the nuts and bolts of marketing and selling online in a global economy.  But, Chapin goes farther by including thorough descriptions and analyses of blogging, overhead, pricing, hiring staff, and all the other myriad things one needs to consider before taking the plunge into selling crochet wares.

Chapin has taken advantage of her wide network of real world and online experts she calls her ‘Creative Collective’.  These are experts in all areas of crafting as well as masters of online marketing tools.  This little ‘plain jane’ book is packed full of useful information that is a great read.  From business plans to inspirational quotes, Chapin covers every area of the crafting business from local craft fair to a full-out online store.  This book is a great investment for anyone considering selling online as well as others who have already launhced a business that isn’t doing as well as s/he’d like.

BOOK SPECS:

Storey Publishing, 2010

218 pages, all black and white, no photos (none needed)

soft back, about 6X8 inches

$14.95 USD list price

ISBN 9781603424776

 

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Comments

  1. Jodi Anderson says

    August 29, 2011 at 6:17 am

    I have this book and I love it. I second your recommendation!

    I made a rainbow afghan and, originally, I intended to sell it. While crocheting, I realized that I’d have to charge nearly $1,000 for it. So, instead, I gave it to my young adult daughter.

    I see that Sandra Juto has no trouble selling her afghans for $600+, but she has such a large fan base that I think that helps her, as opposed to an unknown person on Etsy.

  2. PixieLynx says

    September 16, 2011 at 6:42 pm

    Selling afghans for $1000 makes sense. If you consider how many people pay massive money for handmade quilts, a handmade afghan is the same. We just need more sellers to make this correlation. ;-} I plan on starting to sell my crochet and sewing creations and I plan on starting by charging labor, materials, and heart. I think I’m going to get this book!

  3. therlo says

    September 4, 2012 at 4:32 pm

    Well good luck to anyone who thinks they can list and sell a crocheted or knitted blanket for $1,000. God bless ya. I hope you do, I really do.

  4. estrella gopez says

    February 11, 2014 at 12:05 am

    I believe that handmade goods should really have a higher premium in the crafts market.

  5. Katterkat Cooper says

    June 28, 2017 at 2:00 pm

    I just finished a knifty knitter old glory flag Afghan. I charged $200 for it. Yes I know I under charged but I felt people really won’t pay for it. I also just sold a fashion bed pillow doll for $120. I made a cutie witch toaster cover for $50.
    I am wondering how much should I have charged?

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How to Crochet the Suzette Stitch: An Easy Textured Crochet Stitch for Beginners

Learning a crochet stitch is much more satisfying when you have an actual project waiting at the end of it. The Suzette stitch is especially versatile because its dense, softly textured fabric works for everything from practical cotton washcloths to cosy scarves, hats and blankets.

Here are some Suzette stitch crochet patterns worth adding to your project list.

Suzette Stitch Baby Blanket

The free Suzette Stitch Baby Blanket pattern from Premier Yarns uses the stitch to create a softly textured crochet blanket with a subtle tweed-like appearance.

This would make a lovely handmade baby shower gift, particularly when worked in a washable baby yarn. The stitch creates more visual interest than plain single crochet without introducing large holes that may catch tiny fingers.

Easy Suzette Stitch Blanket

The Suzette Stitch Blanket pattern by Stitching Together is another approachable blanket project for crocheters who enjoy a relaxing stitch repeat.

This is the sort of project you can keep beside the sofa and work on a few rows at a time. Just keep an eye on those skipped stitches—television crochet is wonderful until an extra stitch quietly sneaks in three episodes earlier.

Casey Suzette Stitch Scarf

The free Casey Scarf crochet pattern uses the Suzette stitch through most of the design, producing a cosy scarf with a softly scalloped, zigzag-like texture.

It is a good first wearable project for beginners because scarves do not require complicated shaping. You can also adjust the length fairly easily or use a self-striping yarn and let the colour changes do the decorative work for you.

Quick Suzette Crochet Scarf

For another scarf option, try this free Suzette Stitch Scarf pattern from Hooked by Robin.

The designer includes written instructions and a video tutorial, making it helpful for visual learners who prefer watching the stitch placement before beginning. It is designed as a quick project and would make a practical last-minute handmade gift.

Suzette Colour Block Scarf

The free Suzette Colour Block Scarf pattern is a cheerful option for using several coordinating yarn colours.

Colour blocking also makes this a handy stash-busting crochet project. You can use leftover yarn from other makes, although it is worth choosing yarns of the same weight and similar fibre content so the sections behave themselves after washing.

Chunky Suzette Stitch Beanie

The free Chunky Suzette Stitch Beanie crochet pattern turns the textured stitch into a warm winter hat.

Chunky yarn helps the pattern work up quickly and makes the raised texture especially noticeable. This would be a useful project for craft stalls, charity donations or quick handmade Christmas gifts.

Hazel Textured Crochet Beanie

The free Hazel Beanie crochet pattern combines simple ribbing with the Suzette stitch.

The ribbed brim gives the hat a neat, finished appearance while the Suzette stitch adds texture to the main body. It looks more complicated than a basic crochet beanie but is still built from familiar beginner stitches.

Suzette Stitch Washcloth

For a small practice project, try the free Suzette Stitch Wash Cloth pattern from The Purple Poncho.

A washcloth is one of the best ways to practise a new crochet stitch because it is small, useful and not terribly demanding. Even if the first one is slightly wonky, it will still wash perfectly well.

Use a smooth cotton yarn so the cloth is absorbent and the stitch texture remains clearly visible.

Suzette Ridge Crochet Washcloth

The free Suzette Ridge Crochet Washcloth pattern adds another layer of texture to this familiar stitch combination.

Make several in coordinating colours and pair them with handmade soap for an easy spa-style gift. They are also useful little projects for testing unfamiliar cotton yarn before committing to a larger set.

Corner-to-Corner Suzette Stitch Washcloth

The free C2C Suzette Stitch Washcloth pattern gives the stitch a slightly different construction by working it from corner to corner.

This is a good next project after you have mastered ordinary flat rows. It lets you explore increasing and decreasing while still using the familiar Suzette stitch combination.

Suzette Stitch Afghan Square

The Suzette Stitch Afghan Square pattern turns the textured stitch into a smaller crochet block.

Afghan squares are useful for charity blankets, sampler blankets and portable crochet projects. You can make the squares individually, use up leftover yarn and join everything together once you have enough—although “enough” has been known to become a surprisingly flexible number in my craft room.

More Suzette Stitch Crochet Pattern Ideas

Once you are comfortable with the basic stitch, you can also use it to make:

  • Crochet mug cosies
  • Ear warmers and headbands
  • Fingerless gloves
  • Cushion covers
  • Tote bags
  • Baby rompers
  • Crochet cardigans
  • Lap blankets
  • Double-thick potholders

You can browse additional Suzette stitch crochet patterns on Etsy, including sweaters, baby blankets, beanies, mug cosies and accessories from independent crochet designers.

When choosing a pattern, check whether it uses US or UK crochet terminology. Also check whether it uses the traditional Suzette stitch—one single crochet and one double crochet worked into the same stitch—or a designer’s variation of it. That quick check can prevent a great deal of confused unraveling later.

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