Jul 27 2008
Oops Craft Items Are A Way to Make Money Even With Mistakes
Before you throw away items with minor mistakes, consider selling them AS mistakes! This is a great way to make money while saving the time and materials it would take to replace the item. Here’s how to sell a boo boo.
Is the mistake obvious to others? I ask this because sometimes crafters are very harsh critics of their own work. Often, small mistakes would never be noticed by a buyer at all. Most artists hate to sell less than perfect work, but as long as you’re honest with the buyer, no harm no foul. Just be sure to disclose what the mistake was, and take pics of the area, too.
Is the item still functional and appealing to the eye? This is a question for people at the other end of the spectrum. Nobody needs a sweater with three arms or no neck opening.
This can be a profitable category to add to your shop, online or off. I remember chatting with others in a belly dance forum about one sellers ‘oops’ items. We couldn’t wait for her next so called mistake to go on sale!
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I am extremely picky with my pieces. I have never thought to sell them as is. Thanks for the tip.