make money with crocheting

crocheted socks - this is a pair of handmade crocheted socks
@irene66 (1669)
Philippines
February 4, 2012 8:00pm CST
Recetnly, when I was buying a sock for me, I saw this handmade crocheted stuff which is good during cold season. I was amazed at how it was crocheted. At first glance, it seems the stuff is not sturdy for the feet but when I tried it, I was wrong. It feels comfortable. The seller told me this is how she manages to work at home and earn money. She sells her stuff at the flea market during week ends.
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11 responses
• United States
11 Aug 12
Making money with crocheting is really easy it just tkaes the strangest little things that people would want to buy like the socks to look at them would they really be warm and look they are very comfortable the same with the blankets the granny squares that I create have little holes in them but snuggle in that blanket and you get warm i mkae granny square blankets and sell them also but online instead have been doing it for about 10years now my blankets are in places like France, Australia, Japan, Maui Nw England, Ireland just to name a few
• United States
14 Sep 12
thanks I just send another one to Australia today it was a friend of someone who bought one from me about a month ago word of mouth is the best comment I have gotten many orders just like that
@irene66 (1669)
• Philippines
15 Aug 12
socks - this is another photo of my sock
wow that is nice of you to have your products to be around in several countries. I like that! How I wish I could come up with designs people love You are right in saying having unique patterns is the way for the products to be recognized.
@Mashnn (4501)
5 Feb 12
I had a friend who used to do chrocheting, the sweaters that she used to make were very beautiful and unique. Unfortunately, I am not talented on this field.
@irene66 (1669)
• Philippines
6 Feb 12
Good for your friend. I used to buy crocheted sweaters too. However, it seems I shifted to other tstyles these days when it comes to toppers and sweaters so I don't anymore. I know only the basics of crocheting but has no creativity.
@Mashnn (4501)
8 Feb 12
It is good that you can do some crocheting. I am not good at all.
@myfb2009 (8296)
• Malaysia
8 Feb 12
Hi Irene, one of my ex-colleagues is fond of crocheting. She loves to crochet many types of stuffs whenever she is free at home. After finished crocheted them, she will take photos of them and sell them through online. It is really a surprising news that indeed there are some people who are interested to buy her crocheted stuff. although it may takes some time to finish crocheting those stuffs but it can sell quite good price. As long she knows how to promote her stuffs and sell them.
@irene66 (1669)
• Philippines
10 Feb 12
That is nice to hear other people are earning from their hobby. I also want to do some corcheting myslef but I do not have the time Online marketing really helps though I haven't tried it yet. How does she promote online. Is it through writing or just photos?
• India
19 Feb 13
Thanks for this discussion My daughter is very good in this, she loves making things using multi color threads and gives to friends, she does not sell.
@ardoy0731 (7308)
• Philippines
5 Feb 12
That is really nice and comfortable to wear.Nice color for a girl and first time to see a crocheted slipper.I just usually see crocheted table cloth or sweater.I guess it could be a good business.
@irene66 (1669)
• Philippines
6 Feb 12
Indeed, it is. I use to go around the house with it. The only downside of the sock is its too short that sometimes it is removed from the ankle. But in totality, it is really comfy.
• Philippines
17 Apr 13
It’s inspiring how the seller shares her knowledge in terms of the skills in crocheting. There are many online sites that let you sell your hand crafts and independent fashionable item. The site Etsy.com is one the many independent online stores that enables you to setup and online store page where you can sell your unique items like crochet and other hand crafted items.
@kaka135 (14921)
• Malaysia
18 Sep 12
Last time I thought crochet can only make small things, actually we can even use crochet to make sweater and large clothes. Well, I also think it'll be really good if I can make some money with craft making. I am currently learning knitting and sewing toys for my son. As a stay-at-home mum, if this can turn into a business, that'll be great!
• United States
11 Nov 12
I was hoping to make a lil cash doing it but so far no dice. I just make things for my kids and as gifts. I'm nervous about doing a site like Etsy where you pay a fee but of what legalities & taxes could be involved.
@Shellyann36 (11385)
• United States
7 Feb 12
Those are very cute. I know a few people online who sell their crafts on etsy and such.If you are creative it is a good way to make some extra cash. Good luck.
• Indonesia
6 Feb 12
I have a friend whose mom also do crocheting. She usually get the order from friends and people around her. I myself never ordered to her But i think she make a quite good earnings from that. If you want, you should try too. Who knows, it maybe the way for you
@jinky2012 (438)
• Philippines
28 Apr 12
i don't know about this.will you help me to this site please.thanks.