This week I started, yes finally a production schedule worthy of the craft gods. Dedicated time for each task. Felt in early morning, kidswear in remainder of morning. Adult stuff in the afternoon and spinning in the evening. Confession —that schedule actually lasted a full day.
I cannot work and split my days into nice tidy little sections. If kids stuff is rocking my world today, then I have to go with that. I’m not going to stop the train to do a load of dishes or get a manicure. Nope —just can’t do it…I have had to curb my urge to spin, although I will be bringing yarn to my craft shows, it is not the focus, so I really have to hold myself back.
This week is pandering….focus on what I know sells, get as many ranges of size as possible and put them in the inventory bank. The last few weeks will be for what is funky and fun and creative. Got to pay the bills.
Here is the first mountain of hats…..funky, chunky little monkeys that they are…But only the beginning of the pile….
How are my arms holding out…Well, so far, I’m liking my left arm better, my right forearm looks like it belongs to Popeye, but you got to do what you got to do. I’ll mix it up with some spinning this weekend and work on wearing out my legs instead!
This season is very exciting…I cannot tell you how much I am looking forward to Circle Craft, possible studio space and new designs (again). It’s almost more than one girl can take…almost. The fire under my ass is pretty hot, this knit girl factory stops for no one.
I hope so. I am monogamous to each project. I’ve never been a good at cheating. The task at hand deserves 100% of our attention!
LOL! I tried to split my week up too doing different things every day. It didn’t work for me either. Let’s face it, we like to work on one thing at a time! Looks like you are getting ready for some good sales!! YAY!
Awe, shucks, It was a fantastic experiment just to see if I could do it and with you cheering me on, how could I fail? A good business woman…now that is up for debate!
Wow. That is a hat mountain!
You’re so smart to recognize what sells and ensure you have sufficient inventory. But I also love that you know that people like to see a range and variety of items and price points.
Great knitter and great business woman.