For the past year (give or take a few months), I've tried to do "the crafting thing" and sell handmade products online, at craft fairs, and through social media. I'll be the first to admit that this wasn't an easy task!! I had a lot of fun but with that came sleepless nights, cranky mommy, irritable wifey, and unfortunately not much sales. Don't get me wrong, low sales wasn't due to a tired mommy/wifey or at least I hope not! Ha!
Going through this adventure reminded me of when I worked in retail during my 20's and how much I disliked persuading a customer to get 20% off their current purchase when approved for the department store credit card. I remember asking an older man who was shopping with his daughter to sign up for a credit card and he politely declined. While he declined, his daughter who barely looked 10 years old expressed disappointment and then I began telling her how credit cards are not good for you and her father chimed in saying, "You see, even she says not to sign up for the credit card." On that day, I realized sales was not for me, although being in customer service was always a joy.
I've always enjoyed making crafts and will continue to do so and with that, Ruby Red Olive, will remain a place to learn, grow, and share ideas with anyone who will listen. *:)
