Starting A Sewing Business From Home

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  • @elizabethfletcher3530
    @elizabethfletcher3530 2 місяці тому +50

    Retired CPA here - you hit all the right points that people need to consider when setting up a home business! If you want to make money, you need to be focused and intentional.

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому +9

      That's a real compliment coming for a CPA! I had to learn the hard way that not being focused and intentional can waste a lot of time.

  • @blackhannahofficial
    @blackhannahofficial 2 місяці тому +14

    Thank you for getting in my face, and reminding me, I need to 'tighten up' my Time Management. The first 4 minutes of this video read me like a book 🤦🏾

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому +1

      I have to remind myself too! It’s so easy to get off track. So glad this was helpful for you.

  • @MoiAujourdhui
    @MoiAujourdhui 2 місяці тому +29

    Excellent pointers! It drives me crazy how people will say how much they sold at a market… I’m like ‘umm, no, what was the profit?’ $1000 in a day is not actually as good as it sounds if you spent 100 hours making the product plus $500 on materials. Money in isn’t the same as profit. Love your channel and your sewing style!

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому +3

      Yes! I know what you mean. $1,000 at a garage sale is pretty good, but may not be the same for a sewists depending on how much it cost to get there! So glad you are enjoying my channel. :)

  • @TammyLeeW
    @TammyLeeW 2 місяці тому +7

    Girl! You were speaking to me and verifying all my challenges. After one year I started scaling back. And now 18 months later, I’m reevaluating again. It’s been exciting and backbreaking to say the least.!I’m retired from the job track and sewing and alterations is currently my retirement job. Whew! It’s tough when you want to serve people. But cutting back is the best thing I’ve done for myself. Lastly! I’m done doing custom. It certainly does not pay, no matter how much you get paid as it’s very time consuming work and most of the time, unappreciated. Only a small percentage of people can afford it.😅❤🎉😊

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому +2

      Yes to everything you said and you're definitely speaking from experience! Sounds just like what I've learned myself. :)

  • @pointlessskill4825
    @pointlessskill4825 Місяць тому +4

    lol I thought something was crying outside it was your video..
    I’m a welder fabricator, I been learning how to sew. lol my gf finds me amazing I told her I just want to make custom clothes for my daughter. They love my ideals and work so far… brings peace of mind sewing just like welding

  • @emilywelsh5359
    @emilywelsh5359 2 місяці тому +4

    My favorite business I’ve ever run is quilt binding. It’s a niche skill, very scalable, minimal communication, and super flexible. Of course, commissions do vary depending on the time of year! Thank you so much, there was so much wisdom in this video!

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      I never thought of that but I could see how quilt binding would be straight forward! So glad you’re enjoying my content 🙂

  • @zyrabanez
    @zyrabanez 2 місяці тому +9

    this is such a great video that I will definitely be referencing through out my sewing business journey! Thank you for sharing

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      You’re welcome and happy sewing! 🙂

  • @fredat8237
    @fredat8237 16 днів тому +1

    Thank you!! Best realistic video ive watched. I WILL start doing this. Im sonall over the place with my sewing. Ine thing i did reali6is that i have to get up shower and out in real clothes and "go to work" if i wirk in my PJs it just die6feel right to me ...maybe its just me. Thanks again!! PS ..i hate customs, i feel it stiffles my creativity, but like you said i do some customs but they are from some of my regulars.

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  15 днів тому

      Yes I agree! I do all the things to get ready for the day. Make up and all. Makes me feel ready for anything 🙂

  • @ColleenTempleart
    @ColleenTempleart Місяць тому +1

    Fabric saw?? How have I never heard of this contraption before! Thanks!
    Great advice and your gowns are beautiful!

  • @missfabidia
    @missfabidia Місяць тому +1

    Love the very detailed and practical advice about time management + process ! Your advice about marketing is amazing as well.
    I 've had an online business for 5 years ( I used to be a life coach) so I know how easy it is to just ask yourself every morning ' Hummmm, what am I feel like doing today ?' but this is the worst thing to do ! It tooks me a long time to realize I was treating my business like a hobby...
    Thank you so much 😊

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  Місяць тому

      So glad you enjoyed my video 🙂 I only wish I watched a video like this a long while ago. But I’m thankful for all the trial and error too!

  • @AllieSewCrafty
    @AllieSewCrafty 2 місяці тому +6

    Thank you so much for this video
    I do most of these things but I struggle with consistency
    Thanks again!

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      I know what you mean! It’s that whole being your own boss and holding yourself to consistency. I’m there with ya 🙌🏼

  • @elizabethrobbins8580
    @elizabethrobbins8580 2 місяці тому +10

    A pointer that I can give as a work from home woman is to send your kids to daycare while you work. You will have less stress if you are sure they are being cared for rather than you splitting your attention between jobs and your kids.

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому +3

      I see what you are saying! However I don’t work full time nor intend to. This is purely my hobby to tinker with while I raise my kids. But yes, definitely a full time job would need a care taker!

  • @dianegraydon1143
    @dianegraydon1143 2 місяці тому +4

    I did the same thing...ran a nightgown sewing business from home while my 3 children were young then transitioned into opening a retail location...and I always felt same thing, don't waste time trying to do something you don't like to do or have trouble doing...that is wasting money...and I used a bookkeeper for monthly bookkeeping and used accounts to do taxes ...just hire what you need...great ad vice

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      That’s great! It’s fun to hear of someone who’s already done it and been through my season of life. I’m much smaller scale than you were, but I hope to maintain a little so when my kids are grown I have something to do!

  • @wisdomscall
    @wisdomscall 15 днів тому

    Awesome advice on time management as an entrepreneur!!! Needed this, I’m that kind of person too so these pointers work for me. Great video thanks, love all the advice!!

  • @leilakoishibayeva1589
    @leilakoishibayeva1589 2 місяці тому +3

    Thanks for sharing! Can’t stress enough how important this is. All the best to you

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      Yes, I can’t stress it enough either! Thanks for watching 🙂

  • @myn0710
    @myn0710 2 місяці тому +2

    THANK YOU FOR YOUR INFORMATION!!! I was stucked and burned out for awhile now 😞especially the friend think that you're always free because you work for youself.

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому +1

      So glad this helped you! I know I would've so appreciate it if I had heard this from someone else instead of learning the hard way!

  • @laurenloertscher1319
    @laurenloertscher1319 2 місяці тому +3

    Thanks for sharing! Goals and boundaries sound incredibly important. Your insights are really helpful. I'm definitely saving this video for later!

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      @@laurenloertscher1319 yes absolutely! So glad you enjoyed it and feel free to ask me any questions 🙂

  • @xerishkin508
    @xerishkin508 2 місяці тому +1

    Very logical and practical but most creatives get caught out of this process. Thank you for this much needed video.

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      You’re welcome! It’s so easy to miss these things! Myself included 🙂

  • @stevelarsen4690
    @stevelarsen4690 2 місяці тому +3

    Brilliantly done! Your applications of lessons learned is phenomenal. I would add that start up may (likely will) require more than 8 hours/day. But still; you’re absolutely right. Set your schedule and stick to it (or have no life!). You’re bang on with every point. Very valuable!

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому +1

      Absolutely! I almost included that point in my video! But yes, in the longer scheme of things, 9-5 is the goal 👍🏼

    • @stevelarsen4690
      @stevelarsen4690 2 місяці тому

      @@thetailorette Amen to that! Right now I’m 9 to noon. That’s 9pm to noon:-)

  • @shawnu9906
    @shawnu9906 2 місяці тому +2

    Wow, great information. Thanks for sharing.

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      You’re welcome! Glad you enjoyed it 🙂

  • @beccas.6983
    @beccas.6983 2 місяці тому

    I'm going to watch this every few months to remind me what I should be doing while starting my business. 😅 I've made a lot of mistakes and shed lots of tears. Amen to everything in this video!!

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому +1

      Good for you in making mistakes! A lot of people are afraid to make the mistakes, but that’s where you learn! It’s very rare that everyone hits the mark in the first try without experience. You’re doing great!

  • @tseedss
    @tseedss Місяць тому

    This is exactly what I needed. Recently started a sewing business and a shm, this video was very informative and helped me out tremendously.
    Thankyou Thankyou .

  • @DianaGarcia0929
    @DianaGarcia0929 2 місяці тому

    You have been the most realistic about embroidery business and stay at home mom. I get it we are starving artist creative human being that want to earn a living enjoying the thing they do.

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      Yes! In some ways our wealth is from the creative process. So much fulfillment from creating. But ig we can find the right product we’re passionate about, we can make a living (at least partial as a stay at home mom!)

  • @hannamarybredenkamp3544
    @hannamarybredenkamp3544 Місяць тому

    Thank you so much for guiding me and for the amazing tips❤

  • @DianaGarcia0929
    @DianaGarcia0929 2 місяці тому

    Very real and informative real life experiences, I totally understand it work.

  • @Sewjourner
    @Sewjourner Місяць тому

    Thank you for your time!

  • @orepatonumaipea3305
    @orepatonumaipea3305 Місяць тому

    Wow awesome reminder, thank you 😊

  • @charlessoutherton8946
    @charlessoutherton8946 2 місяці тому

    thanks for this, im an aspiring costume maker myself and finding focused time whether employed elsewhere or not its hard to manage ones own time efficiently and to hear this information as well as seeing all the wonderful projects being made is really useful and encouraging. everyone especially those who are self employed is individual in how they manage a goal achieving system.

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      Glad this was an encouragement to you! Being your own boss is hard, and it's difficult even for the most disciplined!

  • @DottyRed
    @DottyRed Місяць тому

    Really interesting. Thank you

  • @CreativeStitchingwithAnn
    @CreativeStitchingwithAnn 2 місяці тому

    One of the best videos on this topic I've seen. Thanks!

  • @christyharris4382
    @christyharris4382 2 місяці тому +2

    Thanks for the advice.

  • @yasminall3472
    @yasminall3472 Місяць тому

    Love your video. Relevant and informative. 👌👌👌

  • @zelrinajohnson5013
    @zelrinajohnson5013 Місяць тому

    Wow thanks for the video, it's a great video with lots of good points and it's a great. I like how you help me look at time management and setting a target for an income. The hole video was helpful thanks❤

  • @HICOMinistries
    @HICOMinistries Місяць тому

    Great informative simple video.
    Thank you ❤🎉😅

  • @nannalova260
    @nannalova260 Місяць тому

    Nice video thank you! It makes me think about when you talk about custom... I think it depends on what you're accepting, the value you can add with it, if it takes you a lot more time with custom or not, and if you want to work with a stock or make to order, it really depends on your market, there is money in custom too, it just takes boundaries to set to not accepting everything and knowing how many time it takes you doing what imo

  • @jesusgirl2096
    @jesusgirl2096 2 місяці тому +1

    I LOVE your videos❤❤❤ They are always so helpful and inspiring! God Bless you and your family!❤❤❤

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      @@jesusgirl2096 so glad you enjoy my videos! God bless you too ❤️❤️

  • @nicolembuthia
    @nicolembuthia 2 місяці тому +1

    Honestly you’ve saved my life

  • @lillyrose1422
    @lillyrose1422 Місяць тому

    Excellent tips!! Thank you!!❤

  • @katerin_factory
    @katerin_factory 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you, you are so inspiring! I make custom dresses too, but I want to sew kids stuff, I don't know how to jump up on my stuff more)

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      Kids items sound fun! I’ve always had an idea to do girls’ dresses. It takes a lot of practice and trying different things to see what works!

  • @Jeany829
    @Jeany829 2 місяці тому +2

    🎉i want to start a sewing business from home i tried many things i have an etsy shop so i plan to sell dog bandanas and pillow cases🎉🎉🎉❤❤i love your channel and tips to get started🎉🎉🎉

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому +1

      So glad this helped you! Best wishes to you and your Etsy business!

  • @williamharris9238
    @williamharris9238 2 місяці тому +2

    Great advice. Thanks for sharing

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      Anytime!

    • @loriweitzel
      @loriweitzel 2 місяці тому

      I'm not an experienced sewer but I took a few lessons and I was an industrial sewer way back in the day. I'm not interested in making things per se but want to offer mending and alteration services. Do you have any specific advice for me? Thank you. 🙂

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      @@loriweitzel I would apply all these principles, but because you’re not providing a product but a service, I’d time each project (such as hemming etc.) and see how long it takes you. That way you’ll know if you’re getting paid enough. Alterations can be tricky because it’s in the custom realm, but if you learn from your mistakes on how you quote a project, you can make a some money.

  • @Rini-D
    @Rini-D 2 місяці тому +2

    UA-cam algorithm brought me here. Find your channel for the first time. I love it. I don't even sell anything relate to sewing but I can sew tho. I draw and sell illustration. Thanks for the advise about the calendar. Also I am thinking to make scrunchies to sell but feel very discourage with the market over saturated plus china products. Will you make more video discussing about how to make profit in this bad economy and saturated market. Thank you.

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      Welcome to my UA-cam community! So glad you found me 🙂 making a video on that topic is definitely a consideration! Thank you for the recommendation! I appreciate all the feedback I can get 🙂

  • @pleasantmeadows2070
    @pleasantmeadows2070 2 місяці тому +1

    Great info!

  • @brendapena2328
    @brendapena2328 2 місяці тому +1

    Love your channel !and I subscribed💕

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      Thank you! And welcome to my channel❤️

  • @josieagyeman
    @josieagyeman 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you so much! It’s so helpful!

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      You’re welcome! So glad it helped you!

  • @DK-cd8og
    @DK-cd8og 2 місяці тому +6

    Is there is a dressform you could recommend?. I'm only sewing for myself and have been watching videos about how to make patterns fit correctly, but it hasn't really helped. I imagine that if I could use a dressform, it would help a lot. The cost is a consideration too.
    Thanks.

    • @BlueWren027
      @BlueWren027 2 місяці тому +2

      I can recommend one. Lady Valet by Adjustoform. A bit expensive but sturdy and adjustable.

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому +3

      Here is my video on dress
      Forms! I have links in the description of the video of what I like to use: m.ua-cam.com/video/SmGMqtGe6sI/v-deo.html&pp=ygUWZHJlc3MgZm9ybXMgZm9yIHNld2luZw%3D%3D

    • @LoveToRead3
      @LoveToRead3 Місяць тому

      I remember seeing a video on UA-cam quite a while back where this lady used herself as a model to make her own dress form that was to her specifications. It might have been Coolirpa (here on UA-cam), but I can't remember, for sure.

  • @GloriaQuisbert
    @GloriaQuisbert 2 місяці тому

    hola desde la paz bolivia, realmente muy buenos tus concejos .

  • @growwithray
    @growwithray 2 місяці тому +1

    Thanks so much. what brand of serger are using please...

  • @SewWithNazzyStyles
    @SewWithNazzyStyles 2 місяці тому

    Thank you so much for sharing.

  • @mycraftyhomegarden
    @mycraftyhomegarden 2 місяці тому

    This video was really helpful

  • @steviestevie9881
    @steviestevie9881 Місяць тому

    Hello,
    I’m really interested in fashion and sewing dresses and would like to become a good dress designer.
    How did you learn it?
    Did you go to a fashion school ?
    Or joined a program.
    I would love to know.
    Thank you

  • @lisacaston2104
    @lisacaston2104 2 місяці тому +1

    You it all the points !

  • @phyliscarol7465
    @phyliscarol7465 2 місяці тому

    This is great info.

  • @speshedtv
    @speshedtv 2 місяці тому

    Thanks so much!❤

  • @MadeByTriniLena
    @MadeByTriniLena 2 місяці тому

    Great info, new here🧵✅

  • @mariannem8419
    @mariannem8419 2 місяці тому +2

    What is the best low-cost fabric saw? Thank you for your video.

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      This is the one that I use. I can't vouch for any other saws as I have never used the before. amzn.to/3XtKvTT

  • @Fiiscreativemoods
    @Fiiscreativemoods 6 днів тому

    Heres something that never gets touched on. If i sew tshirts, how many sizes am i starting off with. How many meters of fabric to start off with. How many different colors of that material do i get?

  • @monikemedina1234
    @monikemedina1234 2 місяці тому +1

    I just started my sewing business. I have Shopify and Instagrams, Etsy and no sells. I have so much inventory. I do not know how to sell

  • @CraftyRie
    @CraftyRie 2 місяці тому +2

    This is awesome, thank you for this -- especially loved the very first point! Can I ask, as I've been researching this & can't seem to find the answer - I bought a 4 thread overlocker (serger) but all the patterns & youtubers say to sew the seam first (with sewing machine) then overlock (serge) the seam ..but there is a line of stitching with the 4 thread overlocker so I'm not sure if I'm over doing the seams or should I just overlock (serge) the seam and not sew it first? Many thanks in advance.

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому +2

      Excellent question! I personally do not do a separate stitch on my sewing machine. I've never had an issue with my serger snapping... actually the sewing machine seems to be more at risk for this, so I'm not sure why people seem to think this is necessary. I especially like to serge my waist and empire waist seams because it is more flexible and it doesn't feel like a tight stitch when you are wearing it. I have seen some people say the overlock machine is only for knits... I personally disagree based on my experience. Never had an issue and I've worn dresses with overlock and still have not seen a seam give. Perhaps this would be for a 3 thread serger, but I haven't researched or used one. Although I could see where a 3 thread machine wouldn't have the base stitching line and perhaps people are mixing up with a 4 overlock machine?

    • @CraftyRie
      @CraftyRie 2 місяці тому

      @@thetailorette so glad I'm not the only person in the world just skipping the sewing machine for the straight stitch! I haven't had the serger bit come undone and as you mentioned, it feels more flexible so it's feel better to me AND it's so much faster to just whip it thru the serger!

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      Yes! Rest assured! You’re not cutting a corner!

    • @bodyandsoul17
      @bodyandsoul17 2 місяці тому +1

      When I bought my serger from a Juki dealer, they said this was one of the best things about the 4 thread serger is that you don't need to use the sewing machine for basic seams anymore :). Stronger seams and saves a lot of time. But because I sew for myself and different new patterns, I will baste first to check fit, as the serged seam is obviously more permanent.

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому +1

      @bodyandsoul17 good to know! This makes so much more sense. Thank you for clarifying 🙂

  • @nancydumas2906
    @nancydumas2906 2 місяці тому +3

    How do u decide what to make and sell

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому +1

      Good question! It does take some trial and error to know what to make. I started out with aprons and made several sewn items and one day i posted a regency dress and everyone started asking for one and I couldn’t keep my shop full. But it took throwing some mud at the wall to see what sticks.

  • @WaldoWilson
    @WaldoWilson 2 місяці тому

    Just discovered your channel so I have a lot of binging to do, but do you have any tips on starting a business? I have ideas but I have no idea where to start. It’s so overwhelming and terrifying.

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      So glad you are a part of channel! Excellent question... this biggest thing is to get started. A lot of people get stuck in the phase of I need to aim perfectly the first time. Really what it is, is learning from experience. Don't be afraid to start with what you think is the most logical step. Even the best business owners started with what we all seem to be silly ideas. Don't be afraid to start!

  • @FaridaDundas
    @FaridaDundas 2 місяці тому

    So what if you just add more price to the custom made

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      Good thinking, however, it’s hard to get paid for the right hourly rate. If you’re doing detailed alterations that usually run for $1,000 but it ends up taking you 2 weeks you’re already in the negative and most people won’t pay 3000 for a 1000 alteration. Sometimes it works great, but a lot of times custom is never paid enough. But, some love custom and don’t mind getting paid less and that’s perfectly to fine 🙂

  • @Ohio_Memory_Bears
    @Ohio_Memory_Bears 2 місяці тому

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  • @realitarealita7406
    @realitarealita7406 2 місяці тому

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  • @KouzyFox
    @KouzyFox 2 місяці тому

    😢 I'm the poor starving artist I'm in the midst of figuring out who my market is 🤔

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      I hear ya! It takes time and trying different things. The biggest thing is do something… even if it ends up not being the path you take. Those mistakes are what teach you what to do 🙂

  • @ddieshappycorner
    @ddieshappycorner 2 місяці тому

    1:55 😮 looks like indian sarees

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      Yes they are!

    • @ddieshappycorner
      @ddieshappycorner 2 місяці тому

      ​@@thetailorette that's awesome. Love to see what you will do with that stuff❤.

  • @oneprettyrose1848
    @oneprettyrose1848 2 місяці тому +1

    You have been the most realistic as being a sahm and always having the kids I have been struggling but I found the best times that would be free for me to get to work is at night or early in the morning Ill try the google schedule that will help with time management tremendously

    • @thetailorette
      @thetailorette  2 місяці тому

      That would make sense you have mornings and evenings! It’s hard finding time, but I’ve enjoyed seeing how I can manage my time with the little amount I have to work on things. Learning to appreciate any little bit I have 🙂 I’m amazed at how much even 2 hours can do when I’m intentional!