Last Tuesday at Goodwill, I saw jeans with that thick stitching. It reminded me of your mom's trick. @claire279's story about the flea market find fits right in. This is how we find quality in a throwaway world. My grandma could spot a well-made coat by the lining. Those skills are like secret codes.

Raise your prices like I did last year, it cut orders down to a sane level. You'll make the same money without the crazy rush and actually enjoy your craft again.