Thursday Thoughts - Selling Handmade Crafts Online

Dear Conscientious Consumers,

You may have heard the rumors

that some people are faking handmade.

It could be true that they paid

someone else to make a whole bunch,

but if they could hardly pay for lunch

with the income from that "handmade" necklace,

then their hourly rate is totally reckless!

Also, if you've seen someone wear

something that seems to closely compare,

it could be because that piece isn't so unique

and didn't break quickly "because it's antique".

The fact is that it's near impossible to survive

selling crafts as the economy takes a nose dive

and stores lower their prices to try to stay alive

and consumers seek prices that allow consuming to thrive.

No artisan who aspires to create crafts with vim

and patiently produces the quality she dreams of within,

should charge a cheap wage for an ounce of their time

or rush through creating and think things will be fine.

Their orders might take a little longer to ship out

because there's no one to help or boss about

and the selection of products might not be as vast

because capital becomes "income" as sale free times last.

We work hard and should be easy to spot.

Our stuff usually makes you say, "Dang that costs a lot."

But remember, we're making something with true style.

Thanks for buying handmade (even once in a while)!

Sincerely,

Rachel Hoyt

of Rhyme Me a Smile

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