In today's episode, Pam answers a question that she sees all the time from new crochet business owners, She asks, "How do I pick a name for my crochet business?"

So often, new sellers and designers look at what their peers are doing and simply mimic them and that's going about it all wrong! Instead, follow the guidelines I offer for naming a crochet business to make the process easier so you can get on with the business of making and selling crochet items for profit.

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In today's episode, Pam answers a question from Heather of Happy Yarn 19. She asks, "Do you recommend that makers become pattern testers and can they make money at it?" 

I can't wait to tackle this question with you! We'll talk about how to become a pattern tester, how to find open testing calls, and how to be a rockstar crochet pattern tester who is in demand and stands out in a crowded field of applicants.

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In today's episode, Pam answers a question that reverberates through the maker community on a daily basis, "Can I sell physical products that I didn't design? What does it mean by 'for personal use only'?" 

Copyright law is one of those issues in the crochet community that brings out the best and worst in people. Let's take a look at what copyright protections crochet designers have and whether or not those protections extend to the items made from their crochet patterns. 

Then, we'll talk about some dos and don'ts for both makers of finished products and crochet designers.

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In today's episode, Pam answers a question from Melanie of Timmel Crochet. She asks, "I sell crochet products and design patterns. Do I need to create two separate businesses?" 

This is such a good question and it's something I've wrestled with in the past. So we'll explore what are target customers and whether you should have more than one. Find out what I chose, what I'd do differently, and what I recommend if you find yourself with two distinct target customers for your crochet business.

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In today's episode, Pam answers the question, "How do you price digital downloadable crochet patterns?" And the answer might be more complex than you thought!

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In today's episode, Pam answers the question, "Should I sit behind my craft fair booth or come out to the front to sell to my customers?" But not only this...there's so much more to the art of reading your customers.

Discover helpful tips for understanding customer personality types and how to sell to them. Grab a hook and a WIP and listen in for actionable, bite-sized crochet business tips.

Today's question is from Tiffany of Crafty Cub Crochet.

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In today's episode, Pam answers the question, "How do I grow my following and, conversely, how do I market my crochet business will little to no following?"

Discover helpful tips for growing and marketing your crochet business online. Grab a hook and a WIP and listen in for actionable, bite-sized crochet business tips.

Today's question is from Mary of Kickin' Crochet

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In today's episode, Pam answers the question, "I work full-time and have small children and a spouse to care for. As a crochet designer, what should I focus on when time is limited?"

These actionable crochet business tips will be helpful for both crochet designers and sellers. 

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Today's Question is from Courtney of Creations by Courtney

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Meet me, Pam Grice. I'm a psychotherapist turned six-figure Etsy seller, turned crochet business coach and it's my passion to help crocheters to experience the personal and financial freedom that comes from starting and growing a profitable crochet business.  Whether you're a crochet maker, designer, or blogger, Dear Crochetpreneur is where you belong.

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The Dear Crochetpreneur podcast is here to help you turn yarn into money with therapy for your crochet business.

In this episode, Pam introduces the podcast and shares what you can expect from Dear Crochetpreneur as you endeavor to grow you handmade business and make money with crochet.

If you're looking to grow a profitable crochet business, whether you're a crochet maker, designer, or blogger, Dear Crochetpreneur is where you belong.

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