I’ve made a crochet resolution…As of now, I am not crocheting for payment any more. I’m sooo over Etsy. I joined in 2009 and have never really enjoyed selling. Don’t get me wrong, I love Etsy. I buy most of my bags and jewelry from the talented sellers there. I love to purchase crochet patterns as well. I appreciate all of the great finds that can be found there.
Personally, I find no pleasure in selling my crocheted projects any more. I love being able to provide something for someone, but find more joy in giving crocheted gifts, offering patterns for free, and blogging. I haven’t really spent much time on my Etsy shop. After getting an order for the Colorful Stripey Mitts, I realized that I would rather spend my time doing other things…
I love my day job much more (it pays more of course) I love blogging much more. I love bartering a heck of a lot more. I found that I love crocheting much more without attaching dollars to it all. It’s no fun anymore. So now I hope to regain the love of crochet again. No stress, deadlines, or obligation to get it all done.
I have a new friend, a knitter, who I love to swap with. I really enjoy swapping on Ravelry as well.
If anyone would like to swap, let me know…but for selling, I’m done, mostly. I may make a project here or there for sale. But for the most part, I’m gonna give, swap, and enjoy myself again:D
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