I actually wrestle with whether or not each of my patterns should be free or not every time I publish. Honestly, if there was some way for me to make money and give away my patterns for free, I would. Obviously that is impossible. But for me to continue writing, I have to sell my patterns. But the good news is that even though the Sprig set will be pay-for patterns, Free Bees and Mr. Tumnus will remain free.
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I have very similar thoughts to you.
I think that's fair enough to charge. You've spent a lot of time and effort on your projects, and paying for the pattern is a way for people to recognise the effort of the individual.
I don't think that you should feel bad about selling your patterns if they are you original idea, why not? I personally don't mind to pay for a pattern that I like!
I think this is a good choice. Your patterns represent a TON of work on your end, and really, the point of charging is to enable you to keep up the good work. There's a big difference between making money from your work and working for the money, which I think you're keenly aware of. So I think this is a very fair and well-thought-out choice.
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