Join a tribe, create your sewing circle, make a living and a difference
April 17, 2010 by Terri
Filed under Crafting A Living
Last week, I put out a call for people who love to sew but hate to market. I was thrilled at the overwhelming response from readers and astonished at what some had to say. Many of the emails I received were from people looking for a “work-from-home JOB”. Why would someone who for a long time went by the name “self-employment muse.” want to “hire” you?
If you’ve been following me for awhile, you know that my mission is to help people create meaningful self employment, that I once had a payroll of over one hundred. While I loved knowing that my business was enabling people to earn a living, it broke my heart when the business could no longer support that many employees. I am committed to empowering people to be responsible for their own livelihood and not be at the mercy of a boss.
It’s my conviction that the creation of small businesses will be the cure for a sick economy; that the only real security is self employment. When I put out that call last week for people who love to sew but hate to market, it was in response to all of you who say you are looking for a way to make a living doing what you love. You love to create but not sell. I LOVE marketing, letting people know about cool products, especially handmade items. So, what I’m looking for are people who want to be self employed, want to have their own business and be their boss. I don’t sew but I have a product that I know will sell if you, the crafters, supply it. It’s my goal to create a tribe of entrepreneurs who love what they do and have control of their own time, income and environment.
If it’s a job you’re looking for, I’m not your gal. But, if you’re seeking inspiration and guidance to be your own boss, to join a tribe of inspired entrepreneurs, let’s talk. You have the equipment since you already sew. You can do all the sewing yourself or create your own community, your sewing circle. And we’ll all be making a difference, making income doing what we love. That’s what inspired livelihood is all about.
Although, I am looking for a full time job, your blog post was very interesting to me!! I actual love crafts of all different types but I find marketing kind of challenging. I would love to make a living crafting. I am inspired today because I spoke with the Adult Education center here in my hometown and I am going to teach a class in a craft. I am so excited! I am interested in finding more information about more inspiration and guidance. I look forward to reading more on your blog. Have a great day.
Thank you, Karen for your comment and I hope that you continue to find inspiration and satisfaction in your crafting livelihood.