Yes, Maybe, No: The Rollercoaster of Taking a Custom Crochet Order
Let me tell you, the moment someone asks you to make them a custom crochet piece, it’s like being swept into a whirlwind of emotions. I swear my inner dialogue becomes a chorus of "Yes, maybe, no" on repeat. Here's how it all unfolds...
Stage 1: The “YES!” Phase
When that message comes in, and someone says, "Hey, can you crochet me a blanket?" my brain lights up like a neon sign saying YES! The visions of color schemes, beautiful stitches, and cozy nights wrapped in yarn flood my mind. I’m already picturing the glorious creation I’ll make, and of course, I can totally fit this into my already packed crochet schedule, right?
Note to self: Slow your roll. The reality is, custom orders are like adopting a baby. You’re committing to sleepless nights and an emotional rollercoaster. But, I’m still riding high on the “Yes!” wave.
Stage 2: The “Maybe...” Reality Check
Fast forward 30 minutes. Reality kicks in, and suddenly my brain shifts to maybe. Maybe I shouldn’t have said yes so quickly. I’ve got a few other WIPs (works in progress), not to mention the 10 skeins of yarn I impulse bought that I haven’t touched yet. Maybe I should ask a few more questions before I commit...
How big do you want this thing?
What colors? (Spoiler alert: they're always out of stock).
Oh, you want a specific stitch? Sure, I totally know that one... maybe.
And suddenly, the project feels less like a cozy dream and more like me in front of YouTube tutorials at 3 a.m., frantically Googling "how to crochet that one stitch that looks fancy but isn’t too hard."
Stage 3: The “NO” Panic
Then, it hits. Full-on crochet panic. NO! What have I done? What if I can’t finish it in time? What if I don’t even have the yarn? And let’s not even talk about the number of times I've miscalculated the amount of yarn and ended up 3 skeins short in a discontinued color.
I mean, why did I agree to crochet a blanket that’s the size of a small country? And let’s not forget, they want it in two weeks. TWO WEEKS! I’ll be crocheting non-stop, forever. RIP, my hands.
Stage 4: The “It All Works Out” Moment
But here’s the magical part of crocheting. Once I finally calm down and actually start the project, something amazing happens — it all works out. I get into the flow, the stitches start coming together, and before I know it, I’m in love with the project. The yarn gods smile down on me, I find the perfect hook size, and everything just... clicks.
It’s the rhythm of crochet, the satisfaction of each completed row, and the joy of making something special for someone else that brings me back to why I said YES in the first place. And when I finally hand over that custom piece — and see the look of absolute joy on their face — all the anxiety, doubt, and frantic yarn math suddenly feel worth it.
So, if you’re ever caught in the yes, maybe, no spiral of a custom crochet order, don’t worry. You’ll get through it. And hey, next time, maybe just start with "Let me think about it"... or just embrace the chaos. It’s all part of the crochet adventure!