Quilted items, such as quilted tote bags, quilted boxy bags, quilted book sleeves, etc., are currently popular. So this may be an unpopular opinion, but I don’t think most handmade businesses should sell quilted products. (My opinion on patchwork design is the same, which is often used in quilting and applied to other types of products, such as bags.) >> Can selling quilted items work for a business? Yes. >> Is it harder to build a profitable business? Yes. Let me explain why, and how to make it work for your business if you want to sell quilted items. …
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Continue ReadingIf you want to sew products to sell at craft shows or online, it’s important to choose the right products to ensure you’ll be profitable and can build a sustainable business. Here are the 5 questions I considered when deciding what type of sewing business to start. 1 –…
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Continue ReadingAs a sewist, there are many products I can make to sell. However, after years of sewing, running a handmade business, and selling at craft shows, these are the top items I stay away from. This article isn’t to say you can’t sell these items. It’s simply my personal preference…
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Continue ReadingBags and purses are good items to sew and sell. There are so many patterns to try, from beginner to advanced and many different markets you can target (e.g. school bags for students, diaper bags for new parents, etc.). This bundle is for a smaller bag, such as a clutch.…
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Continue ReadingThis article is going to explain how I would build a product line around aprons, and the types of products I would add to round out my business. When starting a business, it’s important to think about how you can increase your units per transaction (UPT) and revenue per transaction,…
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Continue ReadingPin it These are a perfect set of products to sew and bundle together as a gift or to sell at craft shows. The ruffle and bow details tie these products together and make them appropriate for a brand with one of the following styles: Vintage Feminine/Romantic Cottagecore Bohomian …
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Continue ReadingPin it If you’ve started making bowl cozies, you may be thinking about selling them. Although you can build a profitable business with one product, it’s more beneficial to have a little variety in your product offering. Which will: Increase your UPT (units per transaction) – if you only sell…
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Continue ReadingPin it If you’ve made any of the following products from my tutorials, and you want to start selling them, the next step is to ensure you can be profitable. How To Sew a Square Coaster (Free Pattern & Beginner-Friendly) How to Sew Placemats to Sell (with Mitred Corners) How…
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Continue ReadingPin it When developing a product line for your sewing business, it’s important to design with purpose. You shouldn’t randomly create a bunch of different products; each product should work together and have a purpose to maximize sales and better serve your target market. Each type of product in a…
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Continue ReadingThis article outlines the products I would include if I were launching a business sewing and selling table linens. Table linens can cover a variety of items. I like to think of them as fabric items for the dining table…whatever that dining table might be. For some people, it’s a…