This month’s woman in the spotlight has been is a work at home mom, and caretaker of special needs children for the past 12 yrs. She chose to work from home so she could spend more time with my children. She started her own business in Maryland back in June of 2008. Her name is Tracia Price and she loves crafting. Linda Clem, a friend of hers taught her how to crochet and she has been hooked ever since. What better business to establish then something based around what you love doing. She is an active member of a local group called “Twisted Stitchers”, and she is also an Associate Professional with “The Crochet Guild of America”. Tracia hopes to become successful enough in her business that she can bless her family with financial stability. As for her business she hopes to accomplish what every woman wants for their business, success, which is why she stays committed at what she does. Read more of what Tracia Price had to say about herself, life, her family, and her craft.
W2W: Thank you Tracia for committing to this interview. Tell us a little bit about your business.
Tracia: My business is called “Crochet by Tracia” formally known as “Gifts by Tracia”. My product line consists of handmade crocheted items made by me. I sell scarves, hats, shawls, etc. I can crochet just about anything at a reasonable cost.
W2W: What inspired you to start your own business?
Tracia: To be around my children, and be able to attend their school events and teacher’s meetings.
W2W: Being a mother of special needs children how do you balance work, doctor’s appts., your business, and school activities with them?
Tracia: I have two planners. I am very organized (as others say). I am able to put all my appointment into my planners. The good thing about my business is I can take my yarn and hook everywhere I go so I can work on orders. In my work bag I neatly organized, my crochet hooks, current projects, and crochet books.
W2W: What future goals have you set for your business?
Tracia: My goal is to be able to write eBooks about crochet patterns, how to start your own crochet business, etc. I want my products to be eventually sold in stores.
W2W: We are living in trying, and often hard times, things can become a little overwhelming for us. Do you have any favorite scriptures you draw strength from in the Bible?
Tracia: Proverbs 16:3 “Commit thy works unto the lord, and thy thoughts shall be established”.
W2W: When days are pressing for you what motivates you to keep going and not give up on your dream?
Tracia: My children. I am motivated everyday by them.
W2W: What is a typical work day like for you at home Tracia?
Tracia:
Mon.-Fri. 5am-9am I am getting the kids ready for school; fixing breakfast, getting them dressed, etc.
9am-12 p.m. is when I work on my business; making products, marketing, advertising, etc.
1 p.m. I do my errands, grocery shopping if needed, etc.
2:30-7:30 pm is family time; helping the kids get their homework done, getting them ready for the next day, cooking dinner, etc.
W2W: I believe in the power of prayer, what can we be in prayer for involving you and your family?
Tracia: To be able to find affordable housing for me and my family.
W2W: Before we end this interview do you have any words of wisdom to share with a woman who might be reading this that is thinking about starting her own home-based business while raising a family of little ones?
Tracia: If you have a hobby, whether it is scrapbooking, knitting, crocheting, photography, etc. and you want to start your own business a good place to start is with something you love to do. When you love what you do it makes it makes it easier to go into business for yourself.
Thank you so much Tracia for your commitment to this interview. We wish you continued success and God’s Blessings upon you, your family, and your business.
To order products from Tracia visit her website @ Crochet By Tracia
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