Since my gig at the bakery fell through a couple months ago, I have been trying to decide on my next step to move more towards my bliss. I have been visiting farmers’ markets and I really like the vibe. I am also quite inspired by these girls that do the market thing regularly. You can find all of them on facebook and Etsy.
One thought I had was that people might want a bag to purchase at said markets to carry their produce etc. This was my first stab at a market bag, and I would have to price items made with this pattern sky-high to make any money. I love the style, the shape and the size but it took me more than 4 hours of hooking to make 1 bag. So, I am keeping this one for myself. Because I will need something to carry all my money home in, amiright?
You can find the pattern here.
I am now working on my own simplified version of a market bag. I’ve also contacted my local farmers’ market for the rules & regs and it looks like I will be back in business next Wednesday! Yeehaw!
Make your day ridiculously amazing 🙂
yarnchick 
I hope you need two bags, my friend. Good for you for finding another avenue. No effort is wasted in the end….
If you’re going to spend 4 hours making one item, it needs to be something incredibly special for someone to be willing to pay what you would have to charge if you want to get a decent return. I have learned this the hardest way. You either need to find things that take less time to make, or get fancy. It’s a tricky balancing act. Or make a product “yours” by means of an add-on (eg. a crochet decoration on a purchased bag or hat, or a crocheted frill around a cardigan).
You go, farm girl
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You are soooo right on that! I have simplified the pattern and can now complete one in about 2 hours – but I don’t think they will be a big seller so I am just making a couple. 🙂
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you could increase the perceived value by adding a couple of flowers or a bow or something, as long as it doesn’t take you too long.
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good idea
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Nice bag! Colour scheme is so fresh!
Regards,
Sindhu
Tantu
The Arts & Me
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Thanks 🙂 They are fun to make also!
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