A Day in the Life of a Crochet Business Owner

TLDRFollow along as I prepare for a market day, make crochet bees and leggy froggies, and update my online shop. It's a busy day full of crocheting, packaging orders, and managing inventory.

Key insights

🐝Making crochet bees can be time-consuming, but I enjoy the process and the final result.

🐸Creating leggy froggies requires focus and precision, but they are popular among customers.

📦Packaging orders and updating inventory are essential tasks for a crochet business owner.

💻Managing an online shop involves updating listings, tracking inventory, and responding to customer inquiries.

💡Market days are great opportunities to connect with customers and showcase my crochet creations.

Q&A

How long does it take to make a crochet bee?

Making a crochet bee can take a while due to color changes and adding details like wings and cheeks. It can take several hours to complete one bee.

What kind of yarn do you use for your crochet creations?

I use various types of yarn, depending on the project. For bees and leggy froggies, I prefer soft and durable yarns that hold their shape well.

How do you manage inventory for your crochet business?

I keep track of my inventory using spreadsheets, updating them regularly with sales and restocks. This helps me ensure that I have enough stock for upcoming markets and online orders.

Do you take custom orders?

Yes, I do take custom orders. Customers can reach out to me through my online shop or social media platforms to discuss their specific requests.

What other crochet creations do you make?

In addition to bees and leggy froggies, I create various other crochet creations such as chickens, dinosaurs, and octopuses. I love experimenting with different designs and bringing them to life with yarn.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to a day in the life of a crochet business owner

00:09Preparing for a market day and signing up for multiple markets

02:49Starting the day by making crochet bees

09:29Packaging orders and updating online shop inventory

16:12Working on crochet leggy froggies

18:33Reflecting on the progress made and setting goals

14:06Managing online shop and social media updates

15:09Discussing the challenges and rewards of running a crochet business