To not be cut out for business... (lighthearted)

[Merryoldgoat]

I like crafts and do lots of them - crochet, knitting, sewing etc. I do them for me but recently people have commented on stuff I have made and asked to buy a version.

I don’t mind this with blankets as they’re quite big and as I’m not doing it for the money I just ask for the cost of the materials etc.

I makes the odd gift if someone expresses they like something etc.

I’ve made some face masks - the fabrics are a bit different as I used what I had at home. I gave loads away but people have said I should sell them as they want more.

So I set up my Etsy shop and have started getting orders. But I feel guilty.

Is this normal?

I’m making next to no profit - it covers the costs so I can buy more fabric. I just feel a bit weird.

Does anyone else feel like that? Or am I being daft?

I’d happily give them away but I would be out of pocket as the fabric isn’t cheap.

I don’t know. I feel like a twit.

No you sound lovely! I set up an Etsy shop and I must say I didn’t get any orders at all - you obviously have a skill and a talent. I guess in business terms you might still be technically ‘testing the market’ and maybe your next step, if you’re inclined, might be to make more of what is selling well, and figure out cheaper production costs... or just carry on doing what you’re doing because you love it!
You are the opposite of twit.

That’s a really nice message - thank you @RhodaDendron

I’ve not sold loads but I suppose it’s surprising any have gone really.

I think it’s worse when I see it’s people I know but it’s ridiculous given I’d happily pay them for stuff I liked!

Ah well. It’s not like I’m trying to make a living off my friends I suppose!!

Please add a little more margin on. Don’t feel guilty for charging people for your time.
You do sound lovely but your products are adding value to people’s lives so you deserve to be fairly compensated.