I am the first stop on my own blog tour! I am excited to get more exposure for this book because it is a fantastic resource for anyone who wants to get more advanced in their sewing business. I loved digging deeper into business topics that are meaningful to my own work as well as yours. It gave me lots of renewed confidence and I hope it will do the same for you! Honestly there are many ways to conduct your business that will result in success, but I hope this book will make things easier for you and shed light on topics that are sometimes hard for us creative types to get excited about. I am talking about things like inventory, taxes, marketing campaigns, wholesale, etc. All these topics are covered, and MORE! Including tons of the fun stuff 🙂
As you can see, this week I have four more fantastic bloggers participating in the tour. Since we have FIVE stops on the tour, we will have FIVE chances to win More Sewing to Sell! At the end of this post, you will have access to the giveaway.
So, what did I do with all this info? Because you can’t write a book like this and not work on your own business! Much behind the scenes organizing- not only materials but also mental organization. But I want to share with you a small something tangible that I added to the handmade section of my Etsy shop that is specifically from the new book…
This cutie above (the doll! But the girl is my cutie Marion!), is the Dolly with Style from More sewing to Sell. I love this doll because it is simple but has lots of potential for making it special. Here are some dolls from the same pattern I made for a craft show 2 years ago…
and here is the doll photographed for the book…
Cute, right? I decided to list a few in my own etsy shop specifically for Flower Girl gifts. I haven’t sold one yet! BUT, I haven’t put much effort into the plan. This is where many people get stuck on etsy- they make something they think is special, and then just expect it to be a hit with no effort. Honestly- that is what I expected! AGAIN! The difference is that with experience, I shrug off the initial disappointment and realize that some effort is needed to get the word out. My first order of business is going to be a Pinterest campaign like this…
Then, I am going to share it many many many times with Tailwind. Also, I plan to create a promoted listing campaign on etsy and try to figure out how to get into the whole handmade etsy wedding thing. I watched some short videos on promoted listings on etsy and I would recommend you do the same! I also want to try to contact some wedding bloggers and try to get a review or some kind of exposure. I will expect to pay these people too- or offer a giveaway or monetary compensation of some sort.
I only want to make a couple of these a month- maybe as many as 6-8 during the summer months which is a slower time for me in my business and the busy time for weddings. So, that’s the attainable GOAL. Now it’s out here in the blog universe and I will need to follow through and be ACCOUNTABLE! See? These are things you will learn about in More Sewing to Sell 🙂
Now, finally~ The giveaway! 5 people will win More Sewing to Sell but everyone enters the same giveaway. You can see from the rafflecopter widget below that you get extra entries for visiting our blog tour friends on Instagram (believe me, you won’t regret following these talented ladies!) and for visiting the books in amazon. Last entry is for pinning the book to Pinterest. Easy, right? All USA residents will get the physical book and international entries will get the ebook.
Please let me know what you think of my dollies in the comments below. Do you have some goals of your own for your shops? Do you have some ideas you want to share about attainable sales? Let’s talk!
Love the dolls! Would definitely make them. I have the first book so would love the new one. Thank you for your inspiration!
Your dolls are just SO very cute and sweet! I adore sewing and am still a “child at heart” I guess cause I LOVE dolls! Adorable!
What a lovely concept! You might want to think First Communion as well as Flower Girl. An easy transition.
Oh this rings a bell, thinking I’ve made a beautiful bag that will be snapped up straight away once it reaches my Etsy shop! No such luck! Self promotion is a constant thing especially for a small craft business – it’s not easy but I think it’s just about finding and sticking to the right avenue to show off your wares. Looking forward to the blog tour!
The dolls are adorable. You have an incredible talent.
The dollies are adorable.
My goal this year is to open an etsy shop. I’m a self-taught sewer like you, Virginia. I love your patterns, the books, your YouTube channel.
You are very generous to provide 32 nonxcopyright patterns. May that generosity return to you seven fold.
I love the dolls would love to make them thank you so much. I do have your first book. Hope I win.
You have helped a so much with my sewing thank you.
Wow! Your dolls are whimsical and so beautiful…
Great idea. Want to learn about starting a business.
How do i enter the tour?
Ive never seen Flower Girl Dollies and Your Dollies are adorable!
Love your dolls. I love making dolls
It is a lovely book and I hope I win it!! Thank you for giving me a chance to win Lindsay and GOOD LUCK TO YOU!!
I love your videos
I would love to win your book!!! Thank you for the opportunity!!
Supersweet, I can picture little girls playing with these!
I, also, have your first book and enjoyed it! I love making baby dolls. You are such an encourager! Thank you!
Love the dolls and the other great projects!
I have both of your books and several patterns- love them all. I just cut outlying Llama pattern last night and hoping to get some free time this week to create my first one. I added a full size pocket to the back of the owl for a book then embroidered in it – love it! Can’t wait for your next book 😊
I like your dollies… not scared of them. normally dollies give me the creeps. But yours are just adorable.
I love the Dolls, sweet and adorable.!
Saw your 1st book on Amazon. Saved it to buy later. Then started getting your you tube videos. Didn’t make the connection until today. Thank you for your ideas.
Love your tutorials on YouTube, i am handicapped and just learning how to sew. I have made a quilt and a couple baskets. I would love to win your book. I have learned a lot from your tutorials.
Love your tutorials on YouTube, i am handicapped and just learning how to sew. I have made a quilt and a couple baskets. I would love to win your book. I have learned a lot from your tutorials.
Love all your work simplicitic but very special.
Keep up the good work.
Love the dolls they are so adorable.
Love the flower girl doll. My granddaughters would enjoy that. I can see those dolls being a big hit at my selling booth.
I’ve always loved dolls and have wanted to make them. Would adore these books. Your dolls are great!
Cute doll! Love these more rustic style dolls. Blue hair is lovely surprise element.
Would love to make the dolls for my granddaughter . Just started sewing again after a long time finding my way again
The dolls are so cute, I have a few granddaughters that would love them! I have had an etsy shop for a few years now but only make one item in a variety of sizes. I would really like to try new things so I don’t get burned out. Your books have many good ideas and inspiration. I thank you for sharing your talents, giving us ideas and the generosity of free use of the patterns!
I think the dolls are really quite, I wish I can make them too
Love the dolls but they might be a little too pricey because usually there’s more than 1 they buy for but beautiful idea to get into be patient more exposure will make it happen.
I LOVE those dolls SO very cute!! <3
The dolls are adorable!
Hi! I believe this book will be great for me because I’m trying to start my own business and I don’t know how to go about getting information. This book will be a great guide and inspiration…Thank you Cartrezes Scott a beginner sewer 😊🤩👍🏽🙏❤
Love your designs! You are an inspiring and talented sewist.
I am new and this is amazing. I want to learn how to make the cute pillows.
Like your dolls very much. I do sew some I am always looking for ideals that will inspire me to try something a little more challenging.
The dolls are adorable. My daughter is getting married this summer and making the dolls would be so treasured by her two flower girls to be!! Thank you for all you do!
Love the dolls. Brings memories of when my mother made for all occasions. I love your videos. Attempting to sell my goods for the first time, very soon. The book would be so helpful. Thank you.
I love the doll bride, bride doll? Anyway, wouldn’t it be cute to have a partner for her? A boy? He could be a “ring bearer?”
Congratulations on your new book! I have the first book sew to sell, love it very easy to follow lots of information to help guide me. Thanks for your generosity in sharing all these wonderful patterns and the chance in the giveaway.😊
The book will be helpful to those of us wishing to sell items. It looks lovely and well illustrated. The projects are great.