8 HOURS Crocheting Like It Was My Job | What I Crocheted | Is it worth it?

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  • @craftymompreneur
    @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому +1

    Find NEW version of this video with music lowered here
    ua-cam.com/video/-GcWe8auGus/v-deo.html
    What the longest you’ve sat down doing something crafty and nothing else?

    • @happee2bme2
      @happee2bme2 Місяць тому

      8-9 hours....blinging out a tumbler😌

    • @NannaLannaCrochet
      @NannaLannaCrochet Місяць тому +1

      10 hours. Hard to stop. But I do take breaks and I bought compression gloves

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому +1

      Updated video with music volume lowered can be found here: FIXED Music | Crochet Like Its a Job | What I made in 8 Hours
      ua-cam.com/video/-GcWe8auGus/v-deo.html

    • @brendajones9808
      @brendajones9808 Місяць тому +1

      I love the concept! What a fun thing to try! As someone else suggested….compression gloves are a must.

    • @charisseproffitt3653
      @charisseproffitt3653 Місяць тому

      @@craftymompreneur 10 hours, but it was a personal gift. I love crafting so it's a labor of love.

  • @sharoncarty5096
    @sharoncarty5096 28 днів тому +2

    Crocheting is my stress relief. Thank God for crochet.

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  24 дні тому

      It definitely is a great stress relief. I started crocheting after we had to put down our little pup a few years ago and it helped me manage my grief as well.

  • @blessed2crochet
    @blessed2crochet Місяць тому +3

    I can crochet for hours. It helps me deal with chronic pain from fibromyalgia, new subscriber!

  • @wallysworld3435
    @wallysworld3435 Місяць тому +10

    As part of my work day, I can get coffee, pee, get supplies, etc. I don’t have to set up the paper, pens, whatever else I’ll need before clocking in. But a fun concept to see. Thanks! 🧶🧶🧶🧶👍

  • @GitchaGoat
    @GitchaGoat Місяць тому +7

    I crochet about 8 hours a day or more and it has actually recently caught up to me. It’s caused such stiffness in my neck and shoulders that I’ve had a migraine since last Thursday. I finally got some relief today from my doctor.

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому +1

      Oh no. I don’t think I could make a habit out of 8 hours a day crocheting! It’s a lot. Hope you feel better soon

  • @lindaadams5228
    @lindaadams5228 Місяць тому +4

    I get more satisfaction from seeing someone buy something of mine at an affordable price. I love crocheting! Thanks for your video

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      There really is a feeling of satisfaction that comes with someone buying something you made!!

    • @reneerobinette6935
      @reneerobinette6935 Місяць тому

      Do you sale items?​@craftymompreneur

  • @sharoncarty5096
    @sharoncarty5096 28 днів тому +1

    I love crocheting. I could do it all day. Bless you.

  • @brandysmith-n3g
    @brandysmith-n3g Місяць тому +14

    I Crochet practically all day everyday and all through the night and lately until day break. I know that's not good and I need my rest but it's just that I love to Crochet so much that it's hard for me to put it down.

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому +4

      Oh man yes you need sleep!! But I get it. It’s so addicting!!

    • @brandysmith-n3g
      @brandysmith-n3g Місяць тому +1

      @@craftymompreneur Yes.

    • @christinefrier7888
      @christinefrier7888 Місяць тому +2

      I understand loving to crochet, and that hit of dopamine and sense of accomplishment when you complete a project. But it's important to take regular breaks, stretch your body ( especially wrists and fingers that get cramped from overuse. ), get regular sleep , get outside and not isolate. This enjoyable activity has become an addiction, and I worry about your physical and mental health. Talk to a loved one and/or health professional about steps you can take to balance your lifestyle. I know there are people in your life that want the very best for you. ( including the crocheting community! ) Please reach out and take care.

    • @brandysmith-n3g
      @brandysmith-n3g Місяць тому +3

      @@christinefrier7888 I Thank You so Much for Your concerns and You are so right. I truly appreciate You very much. It has affected me already because by me not getting enough sleep....sometimes it makes me feel very dizzy and also I'm sitting in the same spot for hours which isn't good at all because my legs become stiff and that's not good at all. Thank You again for being concerned. Blessings to You and Your family.

    • @christinefrier7888
      @christinefrier7888 Місяць тому

      @@brandysmith-n3g Thank you for your kind words.

  • @SynfullyWkd67
    @SynfullyWkd67 26 днів тому +4

    I crochet about 8-12 hours a day. I am disabled and it keeps me sane as I am home alone .

  • @Alice-ng2po
    @Alice-ng2po Місяць тому +2

    This would be a great idea for the autumn and winter. I have a 1 bedroom apartment and a lot of bills piling up. Thank you for the great idea.

  • @Chendisaita
    @Chendisaita 8 днів тому

    Crochet/knitting is my life Thanks for the inspiration

  • @audraforbes
    @audraforbes Місяць тому +1

    You put a note in your daughter’s lunch! That’s so sweet! (I used to do the same thing.)❤

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      Yes but Ok so I gotta come clean…this is my youngest daughter and she’s a senior. I thought I’d do this as a senior year/last kiddo at home thing. As my girls were growing up I’d add a note sporadically but not everyday. I’m doing one daily for her senior year!!

  • @tamalee534
    @tamalee534 Місяць тому +28

    I love the video concept, but if I can offer one piece of feedback, it would be that the music overlay in the video is quite loud and the place where you’re speaking is low. Making the video difficult to watch because I have to turn it up to hear your voice, but turn it down because of the blasting music.

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому +13

      Thank you so much for the feedback. I will definitely need to figure out the music settings on iMovie. And also in need to watch back my video before posting to make sure the sound is ok. It’s a learning process for sure!

    • @erinzhou4986
      @erinzhou4986 Місяць тому

      Yes!

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому +4

      I fixed the music issue and reuploaded the video here: ua-cam.com/video/-GcWe8auGus/v-deo.html

    • @tamalee534
      @tamalee534 Місяць тому

      @@craftymompreneur awesome sauce!!!!

  • @glom5755
    @glom5755 Місяць тому +8

    Fun video!! I crochet full time also. Did you take into consideration cost of materials when figuring your hourly rate?

  • @flourishfaithfiber
    @flourishfaithfiber Місяць тому +2

    I definitely don't think people understand the energy that goes into crafting. It takes a lot out of you. This has been a fun, interesting video! Thanks for taking the time! 😂

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      You’re totally right! And you’re welcome for the video. It was a good test but I definitely am not going to make a habit of crocheting for 8 hours. It was a lot.

  • @laureng7802
    @laureng7802 Місяць тому +9

    This was a really interesting video. Not to rain on your parade (honestly!) but you'd also need to factor in the cost of materials which would affect how much you're 'charging' in labor for each item. Absolutely adorable end-result and super fair sale prices. I wish I was this crafty and talented :)

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому +1

      Totally hear ya on factoring cost of materials and would if I was considering doing crochet as a full time and legit business…but it’s def a hobby for me! Mainly do it to spend time with my teenagers when we do markets.

    • @laureng7802
      @laureng7802 Місяць тому

      @craftymompreneur that’s so nice- and something you can’t put a price on! Enjoy the time with your family- they must be super proud of what you can do 😊

    • @kimrumley4021
      @kimrumley4021 21 день тому

      The trouble with trying to charge people for the hours is that your finished projects would be so overpriced that no one would actually buy them. It’s such a personal thing regardless of how long it takes to complete an item that it’s next to impossible to be fair about it, one person working at one speed , someone else at another. Your speed really really varies depending upon so so many variables.

  • @Joyce-t2f
    @Joyce-t2f Місяць тому +1

    First time viewer, I had to see how it turned out. People that don't crochet or knit really have no idea how long a project takes. It is an art and difficult to put a price on. Good luck to you!

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  24 дні тому +1

      Thank you so much. You're so right about that. When I tell people at markets how long stuff takes they are usually really shocked it takes that long. Then there are some who are surprised I can get a smaller project done is a shorter time frame.

  • @Moorcheeba
    @Moorcheeba Місяць тому +5

    I have crocheted so many toys over the years, but I would never get the money that you say you would get for your work, in the UK………people would not pay those sort of prices, way too expensive…….but I would be over the moon if they did !!!!! 😊

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому +1

      If you give your stuff as gifts I’m sure people love them. Maybe if you found a good market or place to sell you’d be surprised. Although, I’ve heard that the UK has quite a few rules for selling toys or crochet items too but I m not sure as I’ve never sold anything there.

  • @UndertheNeedle282
    @UndertheNeedle282 Місяць тому +2

    This was so fun!

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      Thank you!! While it was a long day, it was a fun experiment

  • @royalhills3387
    @royalhills3387 Місяць тому

    I love the first project, alligator. they are so adorable.

  • @CreationalAbyss
    @CreationalAbyss Місяць тому

    I am absolutely delighted to have found your channel today! I love watching you and i cannot wait to watch you grow even more. Also, the hair tip is such a life saver, and I'll have to try it!

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      Thank you so much for commenting!! I really appreciate it and glad you found the hair tip helpful!!!

  • @donnaberrios7571
    @donnaberrios7571 24 дні тому

    I really enjoyed your video ❤

  • @joanneajetunmobi6874
    @joanneajetunmobi6874 Місяць тому

    Really great snuggle dragon! Love the colours and shapes

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      Thank you. It was a fun pattern to make it just took way longer than I thought!!

  • @dianejordan7008
    @dianejordan7008 Місяць тому

    That is so cute great job

  • @807Crochet
    @807Crochet Місяць тому

    Thank you. I really appreciate you doing this because it is something I’ve bin considering myself. I’m at home almost 24/7 bc I’m disabled. I’ve crocheted for just over a year but still consider myself a beginner because 1. I’m so slow 😂, 2. I don’t crochet all the time. I take long long breaks. 3.ive only sold a few things. I’ve mostly made either gifts or just crocheting to learn and teach myself a new pattern. It wasn’t until just recently that I decided I wanted to take my hobby to the next lecture level and committed to my 1st market 🎉. Now hopefully with time management I can actually make things to sell😂😂😂

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      Congrats on deciding to do a market!! I hope it goes well for you!! Take it one day at a time and set mini goals for yourself!! You’ll get there!

  • @carojames6776
    @carojames6776 Місяць тому

    You applied the right amount of make up, looks nice and suits you .

  • @Anniecrochets365
    @Anniecrochets365 Місяць тому

    First time viewer here. I enjoyed the video! 👍🏻

  • @christinefrier7888
    @christinefrier7888 Місяць тому +1

    The dragon is adorable!

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      Found out today that the person who received it as a gift loved it!!! It really was adorable!

  • @juneortiz1104
    @juneortiz1104 Місяць тому +1

    One thing to consider on the larger one is that you had never done it before so it did eat up time to figure it out. If it was something you were already used to you could do faster

  • @ericad3850
    @ericad3850 Місяць тому

    This was such a fun video! Good job!

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      Thank you so much!! It was fun to make!! But I also learned that I don’t want to crochet 8 hours a day!!

  • @solveigfrank
    @solveigfrank Місяць тому +3

    since im always home couse of healthissues its literally what i do daily im at home and crochet or knit pretty much all day long

  • @JeanneDee-zz5th
    @JeanneDee-zz5th Місяць тому +1

    This was fun!

  • @joanminske2498
    @joanminske2498 Місяць тому +1

    The dragon is great

  • @lin90210
    @lin90210 Місяць тому +2

    Cute products

  • @grandmastatus
    @grandmastatus Місяць тому

    Wow! My hands would HURT after that.

  • @msullivan3531
    @msullivan3531 Місяць тому

    I recently crocheted for hours for several days in a row to make a lap blanket for a sick friend. Gave myself tennis elbow and had to take a week off to recoup 😢

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      Oh no. I hope you’re feeling better. I bet your friend loved it though. Take care of yourself.

  • @luzvigerminal558
    @luzvigerminal558 24 дні тому +1

    Love your video but need to be subtracted the material first before counting a per hour value of your work. I crochet a lot but I do clothing. I never did an animal crochet.

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  24 дні тому +1

      I definitely hear ya on calculating material cost but I don't have an accurate amount for how much I paid for the yarn (I always buy yarn on sale) or how much yarn was used in the project so I'm not sure how'd I'd do that.

    • @luzvigerminal558
      @luzvigerminal558 24 дні тому

      @@craftymompreneur I see. Here in uk we have some sales too but I don’t make a crochet animals instead I made clothing. I’ve used a lot more yarn in one item.

  • @hazelsteiner4737
    @hazelsteiner4737 Місяць тому

    I use the crochet for fun and then life happened and I. Crocheted to support my kids full-time. I crochete and me personally when you do something for fun and it has to become a job. It's no fun anymore. I'd rather keep it fun. Have I been that way?

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      I totally agree that when you get to the point that something isn’t fun anymore than it’s probably not worth it.

  • @JellieGHope
    @JellieGHope Місяць тому

    I'm prepping g for a market in October. It's just over a month th away, but it feels like I don't have enough time

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      I have my next one in October that’s a full 10x10 booth so I have some prepping to do as well. Is this your first market of the season or do you do them year round?

    • @JellieGHope
      @JellieGHope Місяць тому

      @@craftymompreneur of the whole year.

  • @kimberlystahl1746
    @kimberlystahl1746 Місяць тому

    Those are so cute. My question: what can you actually sell those for? Most people will purchase something from a box store much cheaper than what we want to sell our crocheted items for.

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому +2

      The mini turtles usually go for $12 or $14 depending on the yarn used and how big it is. Alligators are $14-16

  • @charisseproffitt3653
    @charisseproffitt3653 Місяць тому

    If I were doing crafts for a job, I wouldn't figure an hourly wage. I would figure a daily wage. But, considering you are home, no commute, and available to the family if needed, 16.88/hour isn't bad. And working projects at salable price points like $5, $10 & $20 would be a better use of time. And I would do a day dedicated to one item, like your alligator. Making as many alligators as I can in one day, etc. that way you wouldn't use up time moving from one set of supplies and tools to another.

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому +1

      @@charisseproffitt3653 I love that idea of how many x can I make in a day. Adding that to my list of video ideas as I gear up for holiday market prep!! Thanks soooo much for your comment!!

    • @charisseproffitt3653
      @charisseproffitt3653 Місяць тому

      @@craftymompreneur I also wouldn't worry about costs of goods, etc. I would figure out, item A will sell for $10ea. at $100/day, I need to make 10. If that goes as planned, then I would attempt to get my costs down to increase profits. It isn't worth it to me to spend my precious time on math.

  • @christinefrier7888
    @christinefrier7888 Місяць тому

    What size crochet hook are you using for your projects?

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      Depends on the yarn. Bernat blanket I use a 61/2 or 7. Sweet Snuggles lite I use a 5.5

  • @sherri3983
    @sherri3983 Місяць тому

    I do crochet as many hours a day as I can. Sometimes it can equal 8 hours

  • @joanneajetunmobi6874
    @joanneajetunmobi6874 Місяць тому

    You crochet fast. What did you use to stuff the crocodiles?

  • @krystasimmons8611
    @krystasimmons8611 Місяць тому

    How do you find your customers?

  • @Pocketsnuggies
    @Pocketsnuggies Місяць тому +1

    Did you tack the head back on that turtle? Mine was down further thank you I’m new and I’m not sure what I’m doing. 😂

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      @@Pocketsnuggies Yes her pattern does call for the head to be tacked down.

    • @Pocketsnuggies
      @Pocketsnuggies Місяць тому

      @@craftymompreneur oh. I’ll have to go back and look at it. Thanks!

  • @Life_With_Lady
    @Life_With_Lady Місяць тому

    Yes but you only make that IF you sell the stuff you make. If it doesnt sell then you made less money. You need to actually keep records of how long a item takes to make and if you sell it to get a more accurate idea of what you make at the markets against what time you spend doing it. Also count the time you spend at market, setup, driving and all. I have a friend who found out she was making 3 dollars an hour for her crochet business. And that didnt even include the cost of yarn deducted from her total take home.

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      You’re absolutely right. I were to ever pursue crocheting as a FT thing rather than just a hobby, I’d do that. I feel that the amount you’d have to charge to pay yourself a livable wage is outrageous.

  • @vickym7570
    @vickym7570 Місяць тому

    Great makes.Don't you need to figure in the cost of materials?

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      To get a more accurate wage yes for sure, but I do this as a hobby and have no idea how much yarn each plushie takes so I’d have to do a little more research. So technically my hourly rate is definitely lower when you figure cost of materials.

  • @erinzhou4986
    @erinzhou4986 Місяць тому

    Are you figuring in the cost of yarn? So if you could make 150.00 worth of items in 8 hours, shouldn’t you subtract about 60.00 for yarn? Then 90.00 divided by 8 hours would be your true hourly wage.

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому +1

      For this challenge I did not because I crochet more as a hobby than for a business. To make a livable wage I feel people wouldn’t pay for what it would actually cost!

  • @gingerbanyai-riepl8539
    @gingerbanyai-riepl8539 Місяць тому

    Don't forget to subtract your materials cost from that $16.88 per hour.

  • @LecaroJ
    @LecaroJ Місяць тому

    I can crochet for about 20 minutes and then I get nerve pain in a bad shoulder and my hands are numb. 😢

  • @lisavitale8410
    @lisavitale8410 24 дні тому

    I think the you should be charging more for your items! Your custom plushie should be $90 to $100 and the other items you made should sell for $25 to $30 dollars. You should be compensated for your time in terms of a living wage.
    I realize people here in the USA 🇺🇸 are use to buying mass produced items cheaply. Therefore, they do want to pay 💰 more money for handcrafted items, which is sad.

  • @JaniceSorrell
    @JaniceSorrell Місяць тому

    I crochet as if it's my job.

    • @annakarungari2477
      @annakarungari2477 Місяць тому

      You know, I was surprised because I crochet its my job😅

  • @mjones9167
    @mjones9167 Місяць тому

    Almost 9 minutes in and no crocheting has happened ☹️

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      I know I’m sorry. It was only my 6th video and first time I did a day in the life type of video!! Thank you for the feedback.

  • @nildadel9795
    @nildadel9795 Місяць тому

    Carpal tunnel syndrome is very common in crocheters!
    Please take breaks !

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      Yes I definitely do. And I don’t plan on making a habit of crocheting for 8 hours a day! It was way too much. And I think crocheting that much would take the joy out of it for me!

  • @ASolangeM
    @ASolangeM Місяць тому

    $16.88/hr and that's not even accounting for the cost of materials.

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      @@ASolangeM I know it’s crazy and that’s why don’t think crocheting by itself is the way to go. I do markets and crochet to spend time with my teenagers who think crochet stuff is cool! 😂

  • @Tiny_dubu
    @Tiny_dubu Місяць тому

    Some part of video quiet, some too loud 😭 hard to watch

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      I know my bad. #newbie editor here! But I uploaded a new version and turned the music down. Find it here ua-cam.com/video/-GcWe8auGus/v-deo.htmlsi=7brzo_pw_6dLRzD3

  • @TMReagon
    @TMReagon Місяць тому

    Well, darn, I was looking forward to watching your video, but 3 minutes and 10 seconds in that music was just so loud and irritating. I'm sorry I couldn't watch your video. But it seemed like it would be really good and entertaining good luck.

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      I know I'm so sorry. I didn't rewatch it before posting and lesson learned. since You're not the first one to let me know I've decided to fix the music and re upload the video.

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      Here’s the new video with sound lowered ua-cam.com/video/-GcWe8auGus/v-deo.htmlsi=7brzo_pw_6dLRzD3

  • @deborahdonnelly8423
    @deborahdonnelly8423 Місяць тому

    EXCEPT YOU’LL RUIN YOUR HANDS LIKE I DID MINE! Don’t do it!

    • @craftymompreneur
      @craftymompreneur  Місяць тому

      @@deborahdonnelly8423 definitely not going to be making crocheting for 8 hours a day my job. It was an experiment to see what it would be like. Thank you so much for your comment and I hope you get some relief for your hands.

  • @kaymastclinic2171
    @kaymastclinic2171 Місяць тому

    Very informative video. I will check out the one in the pinned post 🧶