In January, I shared my 2020 crafty goals with you. If you missed it, you can check it out here. I decided that I’m going to do a monthly recap of my crafty goals both to keep me on track, but also share my progress with you. Here is my October crafty goals recap.
Like I mentioned, I wanted to do a little recap of my monthly crafty goals to help keep me on track. I have so much going on, so I thought it would be easier to break down my goals by month so it wouldn’t seem so overwhelming. I also realized I set other crafty goals for myself that I didn’t initially include in my 2020 crafty goals, so I will include them in these monthly recaps instead.
OCTOBER CRAFTY GOALS RECAP
Design More Crochet Patterns
This month, I only designed one blanket pattern. I had some Lion Brand Mandala Ombre in my yarn stash that I wanted to use. I wasn’t sure what pattern I wanted to make, but I know I wanted to make something lacy with it. In the end, I decided to make a variation of the V-stitch, which turned out to be the perfect option to show off all the pretty colors in this blanket.
Get the free pattern here: Blossom Baby Blanket
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This mug cozy pattern was created at the end of September, but I only made a video tutorial for it. After a few people asked, I decided to include the written pattern as well. I did not include it in my September Crafty Goals Recap, so I thought I would include it in this month’s recap.
Get the free pattern here: Crochet Mug Cozy with Button
This next pattern is something I’ve made years ago. However, I decided it was time to make a video tutorial to go along with the written tutorial. This is a great pattern for the upcoming fall and winter months. You can see both the written and video tutorial by clicking the link below.
Get the free pattern here: Oatmeal Scarf
I’m having so much fun designing different patterns! I have a few ideas in mind, so be sure to keep an eye out on my YouTube channel for updates!
Make at Least 10 YouTube Videos
Over quarantine, I was able to make a total of 11 YouTube videos, officially completing my goal! Since I’ve gone back to work, I’ve tried staying as consistent as possible with posting at least 1 video a week.
I started a new series called Crochet Chat. This series is about any finished projects, WIPs (works in progress), and anything I’ve bought the past month. I’m having a lot of fun with this series, and I hope you enjoy it as well!
I’m having a lot of fun with my YouTube channel! If you have any video ideas you would like me to make, please leave me a comment below. I’d love to hear from you!
If you’d like to join me over on YouTube, you can check out my channel here: Amanda Crochets
Etsy Collections
In the month of August, I had a sudden desire to stop making collections for my Etsy Shop. I wasn’t making the sales I would have liked, so I lost my zest a little. It’s made me rethink my whole Etsy Shop and what items I want to include in it. This made me go back to the beginning and think “who really is my target audience?”
With that being said, I really want to focus on a common theme with my blankets. In a way, I’m doing a slight overhaul of my Etsy Shop, which means some listings have been taken down and those blankets will be donated instead. The blankets that will remain in my shop fit the overall theme I’m going for, which still leaves a good amount listed in my shop.
Right now, I am in the process of crocheting new baby blankets and different baby related items. Once I have everything I need, I will post this new collection all at once. I’m having a lot of fun with this as it allows me to explore different stitches and patterns and create something beautiful as a result!
Ongoing Crafty Goals Update
Yarn Skeins Used- 27 skeins/8,132 yards
Create More Worry Less- I decided each month to go through my stash and use up any leftover yarns for charity projects. I’m making pet beds to donate to Comfort for Critters. I haven’t made any pet beds this month. However, I still have some yarn scraps to go through, but with focusing on my new Etsy Collection, this has taken a bit of a backseat for now.
That concludes my October crafty goals recap. Thank you so much for sticking around and seeing my progress. I hope this inspires you to set some crafty goals for yourself as you never know what you’re capable of doing.
Did you set any crafty goals for yourself this year? If so, what are you hoping to accomplish? Leave me a comment below. I’d love to hear from you!
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