My Experience Selling Crochet Items in a Physical Store

TLDRI recently had the opportunity to sell my crochet items in a physical store. I sold 13 items out of 58 and made €99. I learned valuable lessons and plan to make changes for future sales.

Key insights

💰I made €99 selling 13 crochet items in the store, but my expenses totaled €200.

🧶Plushies were my main items, but next time I will have a variety of items, including smaller accessories.

🕒Choosing the right time to sell is important, and I plan to have my items in store during school holidays.

🏢You don't need a registered business to sell in this type of store, but check with local regulations.

🔒Security wasn't an issue for me, but it's location-dependent. Discuss security measures with the store.

Q&A

How did you find the opportunity to sell in the store?

I saw an ad on Instagram for the store and contacted them to inquire about prices and availability.

Do you need a registered business to place your items in the store?

In this store, a registered business wasn't required, but it may vary depending on the store and local regulations.

Were any items stolen while in the store?

No, fortunately, the store had good security measures, and I didn't experience any theft of my items.

How will you change your approach for future sales?

I plan to have a longer hire period, offer more items for adults, and time my sales during school holidays for better results.

Did you cover your expenses with the sales?

No, my expenses, including travel and time, totaled €200, while my sales amounted to €99.

Timestamped Summary

00:00In this video, I share my experience of selling crochet items in a physical store.

02:40I sold 13 items out of 58, making €99, but my expenses totaled €200.

05:40I provided tips for finding similar opportunities and answered common questions.

08:59Next time, I plan to make changes, such as offering a variety of items and timing my sales during school holidays.

10:59I encourage viewers to give advice and share their experiences in the comments.