đź’– Pricing with Heart: Valuing Your Time, Energy, and Emotional Laborđź’–
✨ A Truthful Beginning
Pricing your work as a creative isn’t just about numbers — it’s about self-worth, emotional labor, and the courage to say, “My time matters.”
For artists, makers, and emotional storytellers like me, pricing can feel tangled. We’re not just selling a product — we’re offering comfort, transformation, and connection. And that kind of magic deserves to be honored.
This blog is my love letter to every creative who’s ever whispered, “Is it okay to charge for this?”
Yes. It is. And here’s how I do it — with heart.
🧮 Know Your Worth (Even When It Feels Scary)
Pricing starts with clarity: What do you need to earn to thrive?
I include everything — materials, time, emotional energy, packaging, prep, and recovery. I also use emotional calibration. I ask myself how each price point feels, from “resentful” to “excited-and-a-bit-scared.” I choose the number that feels like a stretch and a celebration.
“I want to feel proud when I wrap a package. Not depleted.”
🧵 Emotional Labor Is Real — And Billable
My work includes invisible effort: holding space, storytelling, attunement, and care.
I charge for ideation, revisions, and emotional presence — not just the finished product. If a plush companion helps a child sleep through the night, that’s transformational value.
“I’m not just selling a plush. I’m offering a ritual of safety.”
đź’¬ Communicate with Confidence and Care
I frame my pricing as an invitation, not an apology.
I use language that reflects the emotional value:
“This bundle is designed to support your child’s courage journey.”
“Each piece is handcrafted with emotional attunement and symbolic intention.”
I offer sliding scale or payment plans only when they feel sustainable to me — not out of guilt, but out of generosity.
🌟 A Blessing for the Brave
May you price your work with clarity, courage, and compassion.
May you feel proud of every sale, knowing it honors your time and your magic.
May your offerings be received with the same love you poured into them.