I would absolutely love a video going deeper into the financial side. What do taxes look like, when/how to pay yourself, how much to invest, etc. Your videos are always so helpful!
I've been watching all your videos, and you've been such a sweet encouragement as I venture into this new chapter. This was the video I've been looking for with more specifics on legal and financial requirements. I'd love to learn more from you on these topics. Thank you so much!! ❤
FYI if you are making stuffies YOU ARE SELLING NOVELTY ITEMS NOT TOYS. Toys require fire and safety testing and it extremely hard to past with yarn & extremely expensive. Each new pattern and variant (color ways extra rows, extra stuffing ECT,) also needs tested. Also you are required to post on any sales channel that if it has small parts that they are a choking hazard
I would be careful with this. In the Uk you have to safety test if it has play value. You can’t make a plushie and claim it’s not a toy. I would read up the law of where you’re from before selling.
@idkwuzgoinon Great, actually! I have friends who donate yarn to me now! I'm getting faster and wayyy more comfortable with pattern reading and knowing when/where there are mistakes. I'm beginning to realize there are things I like the look of, but can't stand actually making them so I'm figuring those out! Lol How is your journey so far?
FYI many states have mobile vendor requirements. Our state requires a fire rated tent and to have a no smoking sign, and to carry a specific fire extinguisher. My state also requires us to do quarterly taxes once you hit NEXUS (a thousand in sales). Definitely consult a small business book keeper for you area.
I just wanted to thank you for the motivation! I'm planning on opening an Etsy shop by the end of this month, and I've been pretty stuck trying to figure out some details. You brought up things like business licenses, which I hadn't even considered! Planning to binge some of your videos to get the ball rolling, but I wanted to say thanks for being a creator that supports creators! 😊
Thx Camryn! Total inspired me to apply for my business license! I've been putting it off because I had no idea you could do it online and don't have time to go into the court house.
Thank you for all of your videos, I’ve learned literally SO much! People are now asking me questions how I’m doing so well with my crochet small business so fast. I always say my girl Cameron on UA-cam lol! If one day you could do a video on how to edit pictures for your items would be awesome. Like how to stage, what app filter to use that’s good for product photos, etc. Im not social media savvy at all and want my stuff to look more professional on my pages 😊
Thank you so much for the kind words! :) ❤️ I am so happy and proud that your business is doing so well! And I'm happy to play a part in any way I can :) That's a really good idea for a video! I'll add it to my list of videos to make! :)
I am so happy I found your videos and instagram. You are so relatable and I appreciate your encouragement on the perfectionism aspect and the organization mindset. Thank you so much! Im hoping to keep gaining my confidence to one day start my own crochet market.
Another tip would be get a CPA (Certified Public Accountant). He/she will help you file the sales tax and tax returns. This is no matter what you are selling in handmade items or other industry (handmade crochet/knit items, cleaning, food, massage, etc). I do agree with breakingloveopen's comment on Sole proprietorship vs. an L.L.C.
Camryn...thank you so much for this video, invaluable information..you are a wealth of knowledge my dear..thank you so much for sharing! 💕 I just love catching all your content! 🥰
This video was a great reminder to take on my account for my crochet business, Hilazados. Thank you so much for the information, it does become a bit overwhelming but the breathing moments help!!
I hope you don't mind that I switch my comment from the last video to this one as it fits better: I was wondering what the legal requirements in the US are when selling plushies/amigurumis. Here in Europe the wool, the filling etc. and even the finished plushie has to be ce-certified - because they are considered toys. Even if it‘s not meant to be a toy (like the pumpkins for example) makers who even just want to donate their products which I thought about) have to stick to these rules. It does not matter if you say they are not meant to be toys or are only for children above three years. As long as it looks like it and could be appealing to kids, you have to meet the requirements. Sorry for the long comment but I am so curious if you have to deal with anything like that in the States?
Thank you for making these videos. I'm wondering if you could give more info on copyrights. Crochet patterns often come with a copyright disclaimer of its ok to make and sell a finished product but you can't redistribute the pattern. If you buy a pattern on etsy can you sell the finished product on etsy? Copyrights have their own language and legal liabilities. Or what about character crochet patterns? If you make a mini mouse blanket is that a copyright infringement? Just curious. Thank you again.
hello!! im super inspired now to start a business, i already have a decent group of people around me in my school community who are willing to commission me for my products, however i am in my final year of high school and will be going abroad for further studies. whilst its not directly related to crocheting, i still enjoy your videos and would love advice on how to start an online business specifically? so like websites and online commission forms. whilst i see most of your content is on markets, i would still be interested to hear any advice you have for online businesses! thank you
Hi there! :) it’s so exciting that about to graduate and go abroad!! Congratulations! I’d love to talk more about online stuff and any specific questions you have! Feel free to email me at camrynscutecreations@gmail.com
Names are the hardest. I did attempt a quilting business and it was called Wholecloth and Scraps but it failed. Not even sure what to call my crochet business because I will still have some sewn/quilted items too.
Naming is incredibly hard! Since you're having more than just crocheted items, I recommend you name it something more general about crafting or handmade stuffs!
Hey Camryn! Thank you so much for sharing your insight with us. I've been wanting to start a crochet business and was wondering if you make clothes/amigurumi and you're just selling the item and not the pattern do you need to have a tester or can you just go ahead and sell the item? I hope that made sense, thanks again!
Hi, I'm first time at your channel and a new subscriber 😊 I'm a newbie to crochet and watch a lot of crochet tutorials here at UA-cam. I have a query if you can please help. I read a comment mentioning the legal side of the product. I will take myself as an example. If I want to crochet a jacket after having watched different tutorials and I combine various stitches to create my own design, how shall I give credit to the tutors, since at the end it will be a design created by me based on different stitches, if this makes sense. Thanks a lot for your time and advice.
Business regulations are different based on where you are from, so I couldn't give you a definitive answer. However, many places follow the practice of requiring the proper documentation and licenses only at and above a certain income amount, such as $10,000.
What about the legal side of crotchet designs. Majority of the things I make are from UA-cam videos or written designs in books/online. How do we know what designs are okay to be using?
Typically, pattern writers will disclose their preferred method of being credited, if at all! If they are sharing a pattern on an open platform like YT, usually simply having some sort of disclosure on your part of whose it is will work! For example, when people ask me about some of the products I sell, I send them the link to the original creator's page and make sure to tell them that it's their pattern! On social media, you should ALWAYS credit the original creator. When in doubt, just credit the creator!
There certainly are some markets that will not require a license of some sort, but not having the proper permits/licenses/registrations/etc. will definitely limit you!
Yes, that is definitely a complicated part of it! I would look into the laws of where you're from, as some places have different rules about how you apply taxes (or don't apply them) depending on location! I'd recommend a little research into what is required of you!
Certainly! I don't see why not! Cricut's would play well with crochet items, so you would have two different types of products going on. So long as they are thematically aligned with your brand, I think it could work wonderfully!
Another tip is if you’re selling internationally to look up the laws before shipping! A popular amigurumi maker on UA-cam has shipped her stuff internationally and she obviously hasn’t looked into it as the law for selling anything with play value in the UK and much of Europe is really strict. Some countries require tagging and certain information on the tagging, and a lot of people over look this but in the UK if trading standards visits a market you’re at and sees you aren’t following the law they will confiscate everything and fine you up to thousands. I also wouldn’t want to support a business that doesn’t test their products properly 🤷♀️
You're so right that making sure you are following all the laws and regulations are super important! Laws are very different everywhere you go, so making sure your products are following all the rules for wherever their destination is is super important!
I what like to know if this would be good for me as I make handmade baby booties and handmade crochet hats from preemies to adults and the styles are animals Characters and regular hats as I only charge $15 without Earflaps and $20 with earflaps
I wish I could watch this video. Judging by the title, it might be informative. But I just had to hit pause immediately because I can not tolerate how you're just yelling at the camera...
For insurance I know many get general liability for the purpose of someone getting hurt in their booth at a sale for example But what about Product Liability: $2,000,000 liability - will cover bodily injury and property damage away from the premises arising out of the use of the covered product (small parts/choking hazards) are people paying for this insurance package?? I got a quote of $900+ a year. That's daunting .... Any thoughts or advice? 🥺🧶
I would love your feedback on today's video!:) Any of these topics stand out to you!? If you'd like me to dive deeper in another video let me know! 💕
Could you please do a video on how to creat a website and claim handles.
I would absolutely love a video going deeper into the financial side. What do taxes look like, when/how to pay yourself, how much to invest, etc. Your videos are always so helpful!
I've been watching all your videos, and you've been such a sweet encouragement as I venture into this new chapter. This was the video I've been looking for with more specifics on legal and financial requirements. I'd love to learn more from you on these topics. Thank you so much!! ❤
FYI if you are making stuffies YOU ARE SELLING NOVELTY ITEMS NOT TOYS. Toys require fire and safety testing and it extremely hard to past with yarn & extremely expensive. Each new pattern and variant (color ways extra rows, extra stuffing ECT,) also needs tested. Also you are required to post on any sales channel that if it has small parts that they are a choking hazard
Thank you for that!!
Thanks for your tips!!!
I would be careful with this. In the Uk you have to safety test if it has play value. You can’t make a plushie and claim it’s not a toy. I would read up the law of where you’re from before selling.
As someone who is taking steps to have a crochet business set in place by the end of the year, I am grateful you made this. Thank you!
I am so glad I'm able to help in any way I can ❤️❤️ Super excited for you!
I'm doing the same! how's it going so far?
@idkwuzgoinon Great, actually! I have friends who donate yarn to me now! I'm getting faster and wayyy more comfortable with pattern reading and knowing when/where there are mistakes. I'm beginning to realize there are things I like the look of, but can't stand actually making them so I'm figuring those out! Lol How is your journey so far?
FYI many states have mobile vendor requirements. Our state requires a fire rated tent and to have a no smoking sign, and to carry a specific fire extinguisher. My state also requires us to do quarterly taxes once you hit NEXUS (a thousand in sales). Definitely consult a small business book keeper for you area.
Thanks so much for sharing these tips!:)
Also, thank you thank you thank you for sharing that you are working as a Sole Proprietor! That helps so much and noone ever talks about this!
I just wanted to thank you for the motivation! I'm planning on opening an Etsy shop by the end of this month, and I've been pretty stuck trying to figure out some details. You brought up things like business licenses, which I hadn't even considered! Planning to binge some of your videos to get the ball rolling, but I wanted to say thanks for being a creator that supports creators! 😊
More videos on branding and marketing please! This was super helpful!! Thank you for sharing
I’m so glad it was helpful!! I am definitely planning on doing more :)
Thx Camryn! Total inspired me to apply for my business license! I've been putting it off because I had no idea you could do it online and don't have time to go into the court house.
I'm so excited for you!!! ❤️❤️
Thank you for all of your videos, I’ve learned literally SO much! People are now asking me questions how I’m doing so well with my crochet small business so fast. I always say my girl Cameron on UA-cam lol! If one day you could do a video on how to edit pictures for your items would be awesome. Like how to stage, what app filter to use that’s good for product photos, etc. Im not social media savvy at all and want my stuff to look more professional on my pages 😊
Thank you so much for the kind words! :) ❤️ I am so happy and proud that your business is doing so well! And I'm happy to play a part in any way I can :)
That's a really good idea for a video! I'll add it to my list of videos to make! :)
Yess, more videos about the branding side of business would be amazing!!
Totally! I want to start covering many parts of business to give everyone as many insights as possible!
I absolutely love my tags it has all the info I have always wanted
That's so wonderful! ❤️❤️ What colors do you use in your tags??
Where did you get them?
Watching this again. And still had to take a breather but you’ve helped me come a long way. Thank you!
I’m so glad to help in the small ways I can! :)
Lots of great points here! The social media name one is so important 👏🏻✨
It's so important to check that the desired name is available everywhere you want to be!
I'm in Washington as well! I work as a full time banker but I really want to do this for a vacation fund 😅
That's a great idea!! Having this be a side-hustle where you build up that fund would be both fun and smart! :)
Love our Friday videos xx
❤️❤️ one of my favorite moments each week is when I get to have another video go out to you all❤️
I am so happy I found your videos and instagram. You are so relatable and I appreciate your encouragement on the perfectionism aspect and the organization mindset. Thank you so much! Im hoping to keep gaining my confidence to one day start my own crochet market.
Another tip would be get a CPA (Certified Public Accountant). He/she will help you file the sales tax and tax returns. This is no matter what you are selling in handmade items or other industry (handmade crochet/knit items, cleaning, food, massage, etc). I do agree with breakingloveopen's comment on Sole proprietorship vs. an L.L.C.
Great tips! Thanks so much for sharing:)
Camryn...thank you so much for this video, invaluable information..you are a wealth of knowledge my dear..thank you so much for sharing! 💕 I just love catching all your content! 🥰
Thank you so much! ❤️ I am so blessed to have you here with me!
This video was a great reminder to take on my account for my crochet business, Hilazados. Thank you so much for the information, it does become a bit overwhelming but the breathing moments help!!
I’m so glad to be able to help in any way I can! :) I wish the best for you and your business!
FINALLY!!!!! I’ve been anxiously waiting for this!!!!
❤️❤️❤️ Let me know what you think! If there's anything else you want me to talk about, don't hesitate to ask!
I hope you don't mind that I switch my comment from the last video to this one as it fits better: I was wondering what the legal requirements in the US are when selling plushies/amigurumis. Here in Europe the wool, the filling etc. and even the finished plushie has to be ce-certified - because they are considered toys. Even if it‘s not meant to be a toy (like the pumpkins for example) makers who even just want to donate their products which I thought about) have to stick to these rules. It does not matter if you say they are not meant to be toys or are only for children above three years. As long as it looks like it and could be appealing to kids, you have to meet the requirements.
Sorry for the long comment but I am so curious if you have to deal with anything like that in the States?
We don’t have anything like that in the US.
@@leeannsnyder804yes we do. All toys are required to pass a specific sets of tests. Why we sell novelty items not toys in my business.
@@emekennede I did not know this. So glad I read this.
@@emekennede I was unaware of this. I will have to look into it further. Thanks!
There are similar regulations here in the U.S., but they don't seem as extreme as you've described!
This video is amazing!! So are you🤩. Thank you! I would LOVE you to do a video on using Square Space to sell online🤗
Thank you so much for your kind words :) And thank you for the feedback! It's definitely in my planned videos! :)
Thank you for the all work you do to make your video!
Thank you for the support!!❤️ I love hanging out with y'all here❤️
Thank you for making these videos. I'm wondering if you could give more info on copyrights. Crochet patterns often come with a copyright disclaimer of its ok to make and sell a finished product but you can't redistribute the pattern. If you buy a pattern on etsy can you sell the finished product on etsy? Copyrights have their own language and legal liabilities. Or what about character crochet patterns? If you make a mini mouse blanket is that a copyright infringement? Just curious. Thank you again.
hello!! im super inspired now to start a business, i already have a decent group of people around me in my school community who are willing to commission me for my products, however i am in my final year of high school and will be going abroad for further studies. whilst its not directly related to crocheting, i still enjoy your videos and would love advice on how to start an online business specifically? so like websites and online commission forms. whilst i see most of your content is on markets, i would still be interested to hear any advice you have for online businesses! thank you
Hi there! :) it’s so exciting that about to graduate and go abroad!! Congratulations!
I’d love to talk more about online stuff and any specific questions you have! Feel free to email me at camrynscutecreations@gmail.com
Names are the hardest. I did attempt a quilting business and it was called Wholecloth and Scraps but it failed. Not even sure what to call my crochet business because I will still have some sewn/quilted items too.
Naming is incredibly hard! Since you're having more than just crocheted items, I recommend you name it something more general about crafting or handmade stuffs!
@camryns_cute_creations so as you can see I found a name. Since I plan to have some quilted/sewn items as well.
Lyra's Stitchery.
Thank you for sharing 👍Very useful information 👍
I'm very glad you think so! If you ever have any questions, I'd be happy to help the best I can!
Thanks 👍 for sharing this useful information
I'm very glad it was helpful and useful!
Hey Camryn! Thank you so much for sharing your insight with us. I've been wanting to start a crochet business and was wondering if you make clothes/amigurumi and you're just selling the item and not the pattern do you need to have a tester or can you just go ahead and sell the item? I hope that made sense, thanks again!
Oh I love this 😭❤️❤️
Loved this video, so informative, so much value! I just have one question, where is your top from, it's SO cute!😍
Thank you so much for the kind words! I can't remember where I got the top from :( I've had it for quite a while!
Hi, I'm first time at your channel and a new subscriber 😊 I'm a newbie to crochet and watch a lot of crochet tutorials here at UA-cam.
I have a query if you can please help. I read a comment mentioning the legal side of the product. I will take myself as an example. If I want to crochet a jacket after having watched different tutorials and I combine various stitches to create my own design, how shall I give credit to the tutors, since at the end it will be a design created by me based on different stitches, if this makes sense.
Thanks a lot for your time and advice.
Thank you
Of course!
I have a question, if you are just selling online, on Etsy, do you still need a business licence?
Business regulations are different based on where you are from, so I couldn't give you a definitive answer. However, many places follow the practice of requiring the proper documentation and licenses only at and above a certain income amount, such as $10,000.
I am definitely struggling with the branding part. And tags ugh!! 😬😫😩
What about the legal side of crotchet designs. Majority of the things I make are from UA-cam videos or written designs in books/online. How do we know what designs are okay to be using?
Typically, pattern writers will disclose their preferred method of being credited, if at all! If they are sharing a pattern on an open platform like YT, usually simply having some sort of disclosure on your part of whose it is will work! For example, when people ask me about some of the products I sell, I send them the link to the original creator's page and make sure to tell them that it's their pattern! On social media, you should ALWAYS credit the original creator.
When in doubt, just credit the creator!
Are you able to do markets without getting your homemade business registered or getting permits
A lot of markets want a license and some want insurance as well.
I think depends on the state and the market organizer. I've done markets without a license. Double check with market host.
There certainly are some markets that will not require a license of some sort, but not having the proper permits/licenses/registrations/etc. will definitely limit you!
I am scared bec of shipping 😅 because I don’t know how u will know the cost of every country will
Yes, that is definitely a complicated part of it! I would look into the laws of where you're from, as some places have different rules about how you apply taxes (or don't apply them) depending on location! I'd recommend a little research into what is required of you!
If i made a crochet and cricut business could i combine them
Certainly! I don't see why not! Cricut's would play well with crochet items, so you would have two different types of products going on. So long as they are thematically aligned with your brand, I think it could work wonderfully!
@@camryns_cute_creations thank you
Nice ❤❤❤❤
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Do i need to get a business license to sell online
It depends on where you live! And it also depends on how much income you are generating!
Another tip is if you’re selling internationally to look up the laws before shipping! A popular amigurumi maker on UA-cam has shipped her stuff internationally and she obviously hasn’t looked into it as the law for selling anything with play value in the UK and much of Europe is really strict.
Some countries require tagging and certain information on the tagging, and a lot of people over look this but in the UK if trading standards visits a market you’re at and sees you aren’t following the law they will confiscate everything and fine you up to thousands.
I also wouldn’t want to support a business that doesn’t test their products properly 🤷♀️
You're so right that making sure you are following all the laws and regulations are super important! Laws are very different everywhere you go, so making sure your products are following all the rules for wherever their destination is is super important!
I what like to know if this would be good for me as I make handmade baby booties and handmade crochet hats from preemies to adults and the styles are animals Characters and regular hats as I only charge $15 without Earflaps and $20 with earflaps
Hey there! I'd love to talk more specifics about your business and how I can help! Send me an email and we can chat more at length :)
@@camryns_cute_creations Hi how are and what is your email address and how can you help me out with my very small business
I am The Crochet Critter lol because I'm feral
I like your videos but I wish you talked a little slower.. no offense.
I'm glad you like the videos! Thanks for the feedback :)
You can slow down videos in the playback section
Girl why are you yelling I can hear you
I wish I could watch this video. Judging by the title, it might be informative. But I just had to hit pause immediately because I can not tolerate how you're just yelling at the camera...
Guil stop yelling. You to loud wam
For insurance I know many get general liability for the purpose of someone getting hurt in their booth at a sale for example
But what about Product Liability: $2,000,000 liability - will cover bodily injury and property damage away from the premises arising out of the use of the covered product (small parts/choking hazards) are people paying for this insurance package?? I got a quote of $900+ a year. That's daunting .... Any thoughts or advice? 🥺🧶