As I let go of 2012 which has not been the greatest for me, I have decided to look at 2013 differently. I hope to be doing some interesting things in 2013, once I have the time and patience to do it.
I have complained about my materials being expensive and sourcing the right yarns, I can't get proper photos and things of that nature but finding the solution has been a hard one. I have been tossing an idea in my head for a while but again, the details of getting it done is still overwhelming.
I hope 2013 brings renewed drive and passion for me and many sales!!! Even though I love what I do, I still would like to make money from it. To my new and old followers, thank you for the support! Please stay tuned for me from me next year. I hope I continue to make crochet interesting and fun for you and to show you unusual styles and fashion of finished work.
See ya! :)
Melissa
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Monday, 31 December 2012
Sunday, 30 December 2012
Ring in the New Year!!
I don't have any crazy graphics or photos to put up but I just wanted to say thank you for your support in reading my blog! It means a lot to me wherever you are from and I hope that this blog continues to interest you.
To all of you: Have a Happy New Year and a Wonderful 2013.
I've already started on the celebrations! Try and catch up!! lol
See ya!
Melissa
Of course I can't forget to plug my E-store and to encourage you to look at the side bar for more info! :)
To all of you: Have a Happy New Year and a Wonderful 2013.
I've already started on the celebrations! Try and catch up!! lol
See ya!
Melissa
Of course I can't forget to plug my E-store and to encourage you to look at the side bar for more info! :)
Monday, 24 December 2012
Tis the Season to be Jolly ...
Merry Christmas to all!
I did a few Santa hats for myself and a few friends. They were a hit!! I received a few orders but none confirmed and it's already Christmas Eve! People are usually not dependable. I learnt that a long time ago so I try not to bother about those things but it still does annoy me a little. What's the point of making something for unreliable people? It's usually just a waste unless I have someone else to buy it which I generally don't. So oh well.
This year has been really hard on me and my family but as I try to go into another year with more hope and less disappointment in my mind, I have to believe that no matter what there's a better position to be in life.
So if you also feel like giving up, figure out if that's what you think is the right thing to do right now and put your energy into something else. Christmas is a magical time and you want your dreams to come true. If only I had some magic dust! I, myself, feel a little dejected because this year did not go the way I wanted to. All I have is hope and nothing concrete and that's what I'm using. Just know if you feel the same way, you are not alone. :)
To everyone who reads my blog, I wish you a happy Christmas! Please keep the positivity going and remember you have the power to change things in your life. Just believe!
I will be happily crocheting whether it's for only myself right now or for profit!
See ya!
Melissa
Please remember to check out my Estores and Facebook page!! Like me on Facebook and follow me on twitter. Buy something in my Estore!! :) Check out all the info in the sidebar for details!
I did a few Santa hats for myself and a few friends. They were a hit!! I received a few orders but none confirmed and it's already Christmas Eve! People are usually not dependable. I learnt that a long time ago so I try not to bother about those things but it still does annoy me a little. What's the point of making something for unreliable people? It's usually just a waste unless I have someone else to buy it which I generally don't. So oh well.
This year has been really hard on me and my family but as I try to go into another year with more hope and less disappointment in my mind, I have to believe that no matter what there's a better position to be in life.
So if you also feel like giving up, figure out if that's what you think is the right thing to do right now and put your energy into something else. Christmas is a magical time and you want your dreams to come true. If only I had some magic dust! I, myself, feel a little dejected because this year did not go the way I wanted to. All I have is hope and nothing concrete and that's what I'm using. Just know if you feel the same way, you are not alone. :)
To everyone who reads my blog, I wish you a happy Christmas! Please keep the positivity going and remember you have the power to change things in your life. Just believe!
I will be happily crocheting whether it's for only myself right now or for profit!
See ya!
Melissa
Please remember to check out my Estores and Facebook page!! Like me on Facebook and follow me on twitter. Buy something in my Estore!! :) Check out all the info in the sidebar for details!
Friday, 14 December 2012
Maid to Order
Now
you would have to know I am making that mistake purposely in my title.
I wanted to explore the idea of made to order items some more.
Made to order doesn't mean that I am a genie and I grant you a bunch of wishes. It essentially means that I need time to make your item. Some things take longer than others! I may even realise that what you want is out of my capabilities and that's fine! Everyone can't do everything! But I can surely try to!
I wanted to write this post to clear up confusion about the expectations of a made to order item.
Sometimes trying to include people's likes, tastes, styles and desires is a hard a task but I believe that it can be rewarding. However, the demanding nature of doing something like that can be very exhausting! It can also be rewarding.
It may seem like I'm rambling in this post and you may actually be right. When I make a made-to-order product, what I try to do is get it right. Sometimes I may send a picture of my progress at crucial stages to see if it's what you want. It's difficult to get it right on the money but it does happen. It can be stressful and even the best of the best have trouble with it but sometimes your mistakes in making the item can also make it even more spectacular. Some say this is what I asked for and you gave me something slightly different. Others say this is even better than I asked for. This is why pictures can be helpful so that the person has an idea of where the vision and idea coming into reality is going.
Crocheting is even more challenging because of the way "fabric" is made. Each stitch gets you closer to a pattern and a look. If you have to unpick or start over, it's a waste of time and materials but you may have just learnt how NOT to do something, which could reduce the number of mistakes in the future.
It's hard to get things exactly right and it's hard to not be discouraged but the fact is if you love it and you are passionate about it, you wouldn't feel like the maid in the process but the creator of something beautiful!
See ya!
Melissa
Don't forget to check out my information in the sidebar! If you want to be part of my crochet movement, buy something from my E-store! :)
Made to order doesn't mean that I am a genie and I grant you a bunch of wishes. It essentially means that I need time to make your item. Some things take longer than others! I may even realise that what you want is out of my capabilities and that's fine! Everyone can't do everything! But I can surely try to!
I wanted to write this post to clear up confusion about the expectations of a made to order item.
Sometimes trying to include people's likes, tastes, styles and desires is a hard a task but I believe that it can be rewarding. However, the demanding nature of doing something like that can be very exhausting! It can also be rewarding.
It may seem like I'm rambling in this post and you may actually be right. When I make a made-to-order product, what I try to do is get it right. Sometimes I may send a picture of my progress at crucial stages to see if it's what you want. It's difficult to get it right on the money but it does happen. It can be stressful and even the best of the best have trouble with it but sometimes your mistakes in making the item can also make it even more spectacular. Some say this is what I asked for and you gave me something slightly different. Others say this is even better than I asked for. This is why pictures can be helpful so that the person has an idea of where the vision and idea coming into reality is going.
Crocheting is even more challenging because of the way "fabric" is made. Each stitch gets you closer to a pattern and a look. If you have to unpick or start over, it's a waste of time and materials but you may have just learnt how NOT to do something, which could reduce the number of mistakes in the future.
It's hard to get things exactly right and it's hard to not be discouraged but the fact is if you love it and you are passionate about it, you wouldn't feel like the maid in the process but the creator of something beautiful!
See ya!
Melissa
Don't forget to check out my information in the sidebar! If you want to be part of my crochet movement, buy something from my E-store! :)
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