Sizemore Made with Love

 There’s something special about crocheting for the people you love. Every stitch carries a little piece of you — your time, your care, and sometimes, your Netflix binge-watching hours. But as any crocheter knows, making for family and friends can be both rewarding and… a bit overwhelming. The Joy in the Yarn When you make something by hand, it’s more than just a hat or blanket — it’s a hug that lasts. Your sister’s favorite scarf? That’s warmth you made. Your friend’s baby blanket? That’s love stitched into every row. Handmade gifts have a way of becoming treasures, not just things. Choosing the Right Project Not every project fits every person. Keep in mind: Their style & lifestyle — Will they wear a bold, chunky hat or do they prefer subtle neutrals? Practicality — Will they actually use it, or will it end up in a closet? Time commitment — Baby shower next weekend? Now’s not the time to start a king-size blanket. Setting Boundaries (With Kindness) It’s ok...

 This may help for an outline for up coming markets. Market Name: _____________________ Date: ____________________________ 1. Best-Sellers (Must-Haves) Item Price Target Qty Made Notes __________________ $____ ___ ___ ______ __________________ $____ ___ ___ ______ __________________ $____ ___ ___ ______ 2. Small / Quick Buys Item Price Target Qty Made Notes Scrunchies $____ ___ ___ ______ Keychains $____ ___ ___ ______ Small Amigurumi $____ ___ ___ ______ Coasters $____ ___ ___ ______ 3. Mid-Range Gifts Item Price Target Qty Made Notes Hats / Beanies $____ ___ ___ ______ Plant Hangers $____ ___ ___ ______ Medium Amigurumi $____ ___ ___ ______ Tote Bags $____ ___ ___ ______ 4. High-End / Showpieces Item Price Target Qty Made Notes Blankets $____ ___ ___ ______ Cardigans / Sweaters $____ ___ ___ ______ Large Amigurumi Sets $____ ___ ___ ______ 5. Seasonal / Themed Item Price Target Qty Made Notes __________________ $____ ___ ___ ______ __________________ $____ ___ ...

 If you’ve done a few crochet markets, you know stock prep can get overwhelming. Too much, and you’re hauling home leftovers. Too little, and you might miss sales. Here’s how to hit that sweet spot. 1. Start with your proven winners. Look at past markets and your online sales — what’s always in someone’s bag by the end of the day? Make those first. Don’t waste your limited time on untested patterns when your best-sellers are your bread and butter. 2. Mix your price points. Give shoppers options: Low-cost grab-and-go: scrunchies, keychains, coasters. Mid-range gifts: hats, plant hangers, medium amigurumi. High-end showstoppers: blankets, cardigans, large sets. 3. Aim for variety, but don’t overdo it. For a one-day market, 50–75 total items is a solid goal. Break it down — maybe 20 smalls, 25–35 mediums, and 5–10 large pieces. That’s enough to fill your table without drowning in yarn scraps at 2 a.m. 4. Match the season. Think plant hangers and cotton bags in su...

  Dream vs Work: When Crochet Feeds the Soul, but Work Feeds the Family We all have dreams that light us up inside. For me, it’s building a crochet business—imagining my own line of handmade items, maybe even a cozy little shop or a booming online store filled with colors, textures, and love in every stitch. But then reality taps on the shoulder. There are bills to pay, mouths to feed, responsibilities that don’t wait for dreams to catch up. And so, the dream sits quietly while the 9-to-5 (or maybe more) keeps the wheels turning. The Tug-of-War Between Passion and Responsibility It’s hard. There’s this constant push and pull between what you want to do and what you need to do. Providing for your family will always come first—it has to. There’s pride and purpose in that, and it shouldn’t be overlooked. But still, the dream doesn’t disappear. It lingers. And sometimes, that hurts more than ignoring it. You’re Not Alone A lot of people are in this exact same boat. You have a ...

There’s something magical about taking a simple strand of yarn and turning it into something warm, beautiful, and full of love. For me, crocheting isn’t just a hobby—it’s a part of who I am. It's how I show love, find peace, and connect to something deeper inside myself.  Crocheting gives me a quiet joy, a sense of calm in a sometimes chaotic world. When my hands are moving, my mind slows down. I feel present. Grounded. It's like a form of meditation that leaves me with something beautiful at the end. But more than anything, crocheting is a way I connect with others. There’s nothing quite like the smile on someone’s face when I hand them something I’ve made just for them. Whether it’s a scarf, a blanket, or a small gift, I love knowing that something created with my own hands can bring someone else warmth and happiness. In a world that often moves too fast, crocheting reminds me to slow down. It reminds me that love can be shown in loops and yarn, that care can be counted in st...

It’s 12 AM, and I’m crocheting a little piece of Scotland—this adorable Highland Cow! 🐄🧶 Something about these late-night hours makes it feel even more magical. The quiet, the focus, and the joy of bringing this fluffy creature to life stitch by stitch.