From Etsy’s Merchandising Desk: September’s Seasonal Shift

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Story by marymary

Published on Aug 05, 2009 in Seller Handbook

Photo by AprilHilerDesigns

It’s that time again, and those of us behind the scenes at Etsy would like to share our merchandising plans for September. As we continue to plan Etsy’s calendar for the year ahead with thematic merchandising, we will be incorporating many of the concepts you shared in response to August’s report and continue to welcome your input. It is our goal to create a healthy balance between promotions for traditional holidays, seasonal changes, and lifestyle trends.
A special note to sellers about Halloween:
Here at Etsy, Halloween is much more than a party; it’s a cultural mindset and a source of design inspiration for many of our sellers. The history, myths, and magic of Halloween spark our imagination and inspire the creative world. We want to encourage our sellers to start thinking now about Halloween, which we envision as our major kick-off to the holiday season. In fact, this August we are launching a preview for Halloween, which will be a prelude to a major promotional launch beginning in September and taking us through the end of October. Start now to do your research. We encourage as many sellers as possible to design and produce an item that can be promoted during our Halloween 2009 campaign. Be inventive through color, pattern, and forms. Consider decorating and merchandising your shop with images to capture the flavor and spirit of the holiday.
Rounding out August
As we toast the change of season from summer to fall, we’d like to find ourselves in the midst of a beautiful vineyard. Our muses are family celebrations around the table, entertaining, rich foods, working the land, and the perfect hostess gift, all of which leads us into the harvest. We bask in the last rays of summer, taking time out for vacationing, the beach, global travel, outdoor adventures and athletics, summer barbecues, and toasting to a warm evening on the back terrace as we begin to wonder: just where did those summer months go?
  • Back to school continues as a featured theme and will transition from a college dorm focus into a younger focus as the traditional school year nears. On the broader side of “back to school,” we are taking the opportunity to expand this theme into the idea of a fresh start, new beginning, and what it means for you. All of these ideas encompass apartment and studio design, storage solutions, office and gadget gear, and hunkering back down to business.
  • As we head into cooler months, we will be highlighting the seasonal transition from summer fashion and accessories into autumn fashion and accessories. We’ll be placing emphasis on “build and layer” styling options, mixing new items with current staples already in your wardrobe.
  • The Handmade Weddings series continues as we share DIY solutions for pulling off an unforgettable affair. As with the summer fashion transition, we will begin to shift from featuring summer weddings to ones with hints of autumn and the harvest.
  • Halloween Preview: Etsy lends a special welcome to Halloween with the debut of our Halloween Preview Guide. Now is the time shoppers plan ahead to make custom orders for costumes and creative solutions for this favorite DIY holiday. Keep your eyes peeled for hints of everything from the harvest to the darker arts as we prepare for our full promotional buzz around Halloween.
  • Vintage treasures continue to steal our hearts with nostalgic grace and clever repurposing options for the home. Look for continued emphasis on ways to incorporate vintage finds into your everyday life throughout the month.
  • Look for an emphasis on home decor, storage solutions and all that defines home comfort as we prepare for the upcoming holiday season.
  • Peridot takes center stage as August’s birthstone, and August’s astrological signs are Leo and Virgo (July 23 – August 23: Leo, August 24 – September 23: Virgo). Check out our specialized Peridot Gift Guide for some new ideas.
  • Keep in mind that August is a key time during which Etsy sellers should begin preparing for the busy holiday season ahead.  Keep your eyes on the blog as we prepare early with a series guiding sellers through the steps to prepare themselves and their business for the upcoming holiday rush.
  • Promotional Opportunities for Sellers: We’ve planned four promotion-based Etsy Finds posts that will be sent out to our Etsy Finds mailing list in August. These Finds will center around targeted promotions. We’ve also launched a new Members’ Choice Gift Guidein which you can nominate and vote on items for inclusion.
    • Weekend Deals 8/7-8/9: Jewelry, click here to learn more and participate.
    • Weekend Deals 8/14-8/16: Free Worldwide Shipping, click here to learn more and participate.
    • Weekend Deals 8/21-8/23: Accessories Discounts, click here to learn more and participate.
    • Weekend Deals 8/28-8/30: BOGO Promotions, click here to learn more and participate.
    • Peridot nominations, click here to learn more and participate.
    • For inclusion in our newly released Members’ Choice Guide, keep up with our weekly voting series and suggest items you would like to see included! See the Voter FAQ here.

Stay Engaged in September

September marks the Autumnal Equinox and calls us into the full harvest when we begin to plan for family celebrations and the holidays ahead. We toast the coming autumn with wine, think about updating our homes with seasonal accents, and take ourselves a little less seriously with Halloween around the corner.   As we place an emphasis on traditional seasonal themes throughout September and the coming months, we will also intertwine appropriate seasonal themes for those around the globe approaching warmer months.
  • The first weekend in September marks Labor Day, a day when many take off to relax and celebrate this symbolic end of summer in the form of a barbecue, picnic, or family gathering. It’s a time for fireworks, extended weekend art shows, and relishing the final days of summer at the pool or beach. For the football fans out there, it’s your time to shine as this holiday weekend usually means the beginning of the NFL and college football seasons.
  • After Labor Day, look for our Back to School promotions to wind down and our full Halloween promotional plans to roll out. We’ll be highlighting all aspects of the holiday including costumes for adults, kids, babies and pets, decor for the home indoors and outdoors, party solutions, trick or treating accessories, food and candy alternatives, the DIY side of Halloween, the best in Halloween trends, and more. No genre of Halloween will be left in dark as we bring everything from the cute to the scary facets of this favorite holiday to the forefront.
  • Coinciding with our Halloween promotions, you’ll notice an alternative spin on our Handmade Weddings series highlight unconventional approaches to pulling off a creative event.
  • September is key in showing off the height of fall fashion trends; we’ll be looking to feature an autumnal spin on clothing, accessories, and jewelry. Etsy is unique in that our artists and designers are the industry trendsetters in each of their fields; we can’t wait to see what’s hot this season, bring emerging trends to the forefront, all the while featuring the handmade aspect of classic fall fashion staples.
  • Can you smell the hints of the harvest in the air? This time of year we celebrate the familiar rich earthy tones and textures in our homes and the outdoors. Classically a time for focusing on the indoors, woodland themes, primitive and folk arts, along with rustic furniture and vintage highlights
     encompass many of our ideas for home decor.
  • The classic sapphire makes its debut as September’s birthstone, and September’s astrological signs are Virgo and Libra (August 24 – September 23: Virgo, September 24 – October 23: Libra).
  • Promotional Opportunities for Sellers:
    • In preparation for our Sapphire Gift Guide, we will be looking for community suggestions and nominations for what items you’d like to see in the guide. Suggest your favorite sapphire-related items in this nomination thread.

If you’d like to stay engaged and involved with the approaching merchandising themes, interpret them in your own artistic voice. This can be translated within your listings, photos, shop announcement, descriptions, tags, titles, sales promotions and more. We’re excited to see your creative interpretations!

If you make items that would fit well with the themes outlined, try stocking up and listing them in advance to take advantage of potential shipping deadlines. Do you already have items in your shop that meld well? That’s great! Now it’s time to revisit those items to make sure your tags, titles, and descriptions reflect keywords shoppers might be looking for this time of year. This is also a great opportunity to revamp your item photography with a new look, if you think they need some work. Check out some great how-tos for item photography to get started.

If your items fall under the main thematic categories we’ll be highlighting this month, it might be a great time to consider purchasing a Category Showcase. For those of you who enjoy making Treasuries, we’ll be looking to highlight lists that interpret August and September’s themes in a creative and cohesive way, as well as the many creative and beautiful collections that we normally feature.

Upcoming Dates to Remember:

  • September 6 Father’s Day in Australia
  • September 7 Labor day
  • September 10 Sewing Machine Day
  • September 13 Grandparents’ Day
  • September 15 Make a Hat Day
  • September 18 Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown
  • September 18 Independence Day of Chile
  • September 19 Talk like a Pirate Day
  • September 19 Oktoberfest
  • September 22 Autumnal Equinox
  • September 27 Yom Kippur
  • September 28 Indian Festival of Dussehra

Do you have a date to remember that you didn’t see on the list?  Let us know in the comments section below. We are currently working toward incorporating a more detailed calendar of international holidays into Etsy’s thematic merchandising plans, so we’re eager to hear which dates you would like to see included.

We’d like to hear from you!
We appreciate your support and look forward to your feedback and suggestions in the comments section below.

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  • beautifulbridget

    beautifulbridget says:

    Excellent, thanks Etsy!

    2 years ago

  • waltersbeads

    waltersbeads says:

    merchandising is everything!

    2 years ago

  • BranchandBirdie

    BranchandBirdie says:

    Always love reading these helpful articles! LOVE the Rasvihar Ring!!

    2 years ago

  • BlackStar

    BlackStar says:

    Thanks for the article!

    2 years ago

  • jenharruff

    jenharruff says:

    Oooh, I love Halloween, it gives me a chance to whip up a totally original costume and decorate my house with fun stuff! Great information, thanks a ton!!!

    2 years ago

  • MyWagonette

    MyWagonette says:

    oh wow, love that ring by Parisera

    2 years ago

  • StudioOneDesigns

    StudioOneDesigns says:

    Indian Festival of Dushera, September 28th 2009 It is an important Indian festival that celebrates good over evil....the preceding 9 days are known as Navratras and are the most auspicious days in the Hindu calendar. More info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vijayadashami http://festivals.iloveindia.com/dussehra/ http://www.indoindians.com/festival/dushera_fest.htm

    2 years ago

  • KOALACaddie

    KOALACaddie says:

    Wow! You work very hard to help us succeed. Fabulous article. Many sincere thanks for pointing out some great opportunities.

    2 years ago

  • lazydayz

    lazydayz says:

    Just a thought, why not also include birth flower or other items designated by month. By limiting it to birth stones, it somewhat limits it to jewelry, which I don't mind, but other sellers may feel left out of the "monthly" gift showcase ???

    2 years ago

  • workingforpeanuts

    workingforpeanuts says:

    All of these ideas are so inspiring! And I love all these picks. It feels nice to anticipate fall when it's TOO hot outside. Just a thought... How would it be to feature woodland/ nature themed dolls/figurines with vintage and rustic (nature's harvest) items for homedecor: centerpieces, candles... ? (Also did I miss a dolls/miniatures promotion that was planned for July?)

    2 years ago

  • cottonbirddesigns

    cottonbirddesigns says:

    Great article!

    2 years ago

  • jennabanena

    jennabanena says:

    excellence! thank you for including Talk Like A Pirate Day, not only is it reverently observed in my family.... it's our 4 year dating anniversary this year! hooray!

    2 years ago

  • crochetgal

    crochetgal says:

    Your Merchandising series has been a wonderful addition to the Storque. Please keep it going!

    2 years ago

  • SewnNatural

    SewnNatural says:

    thank you for doing this and sharing - it helps planning a ton.

    2 years ago

  • SimpleJoysPaperie

    SimpleJoysPaperie says:

    So much happening! This is exciting!

    2 years ago

  • AMIdesigns

    AMIdesigns says:

    great reminder that autumn is just around the corner!

    2 years ago

  • OffTheHooks

    OffTheHooks says:

    thanks- always appreciate these updates, though i'm trying not to think about fall quite yet, but i'm loving the upcoming themes!

    2 years ago

  • bethanylorelle

    bethanylorelle says:

    Wonderful Stuff. Thanks so much for sharing. I am already in the fall mood!

    2 years ago

  • kittybblove

    kittybblove says:

    Thank you for the forecast, etsy! It really helps with inspiration for us as sellers as well as buyers :D

    2 years ago

  • UglyBaby

    UglyBaby says:

    Sewing Machine Day sounds like my dream holiday. I'll have to remember to get mine a card!

    2 years ago

  • inspiredbymarie

    inspiredbymarie says:

    Great article. Thanks for all of the wonderful inspiration for ideas!

    2 years ago

  • BabbidgePatch

    BabbidgePatch says:

    wonderful marketing information on upcoming dates to remember!

    2 years ago

  • BeyondJewellery

    BeyondJewellery says:

    Thanks for the great seasonal update!! Now I've gotta go think and plan hmmm...

    2 years ago

  • smallgrapes

    smallgrapes says:

    Thanks for the plan update. Gets me thinking....

    2 years ago

  • paramountvintage

    paramountvintage says:

    can't wait to see what unique items will be for sale for halloween!

    2 years ago

  • CrystalKittyCat

    CrystalKittyCat says:

    Very glad to see TLAPD on the dates to remember list! I really hope Halloween costumes are promoted more than they were last year.

    2 years ago

  • RobotsAreAwesome

    RobotsAreAwesome says:

    I think, I'm ready for Halloween, one needs Robots at Halloween and year round. ;)

    2 years ago

  • kjdj

    kjdj says:

    Very nice!

    2 years ago

  • amoronia

    amoronia says:

    thanks...

    2 years ago

  • MinceCo

    MinceCo says:

    thanks for the rundown, food for thought ;)

    2 years ago

  • bugbitesplayfood

    bugbitesplayfood says:

    Brilliant! This is very helpful & gives a great heads up on what to expect & maximizing our traffic to our shops & to etsy!

    2 years ago

  • MagicMarkingsArt

    MagicMarkingsArt says:

    thank you for the updates as we all begin fall preparations and marketing plans!

    2 years ago

  • coloroutsidethelines

    coloroutsidethelines says:

    Wow! That inspired me. I have got to get busy! I can't wait....

    2 years ago

  • madebysam

    madebysam says:

    Thank you for the updates, Mary ^^

    2 years ago

  • fibrevolution

    fibrevolution says:

    Thanks for the head's up! Can't wait for the fall... really!

    2 years ago

  • jCranejewelry

    jCranejewelry says:

    Thanks, These monthly posts are very helpful and informative. I enjoy reading them, but I'm not looking forward to fall...I wish for the summer to last a little longer this year :)

    2 years ago

  • SecondHandNews

    SecondHandNews says:

    Thank you so much for the article - very informative and helpful for planning. Great selections as well.

    2 years ago

  • pamwares

    pamwares says:

    thank you for the update.

    2 years ago

  • 4TheSparrowsNest

    4TheSparrowsNest says:

    Soooo exciting!! Fall has always been my favorite season and it shows in my art and favorite finds too. I'm ready!

    2 years ago

  • lauratrevey

    lauratrevey says:

    Very informative ~~ thanks so much! I am looking forward to the Fall season

    2 years ago

  • MeadowbelleMarket

    MeadowbelleMarket says:

    Yay, merchandising! It really is a lovely thing to have a common goal to look towards as an etsy community. Everyone is so unique and creative, it's still fun to see all the different interpretations of featured themes and items.

    2 years ago

  • tinycharm

    tinycharm says:

    Great! thanks!

    2 years ago

  • thebestvintage

    thebestvintage says:

    Thanks very much!

    2 years ago

  • beachhouseblues

    beachhouseblues says:

    Lots of great marketing opportunities to look forward to!

    2 years ago

  • VixVintage

    VixVintage says:

    Thanks so much for what you do!

    2 years ago

  • onecreativegirl

    onecreativegirl says:

    exciting - i am getting ready for fall and halloween and dia de los muertos! i will be making some great new collages and cards.

    2 years ago

  • FrillyButts

    FrillyButts says:

    Excellent! It is always good to think ahead.

    2 years ago

  • amyhuntpottery

    amyhuntpottery says:

    So many great ideas...

    2 years ago

  • curlyfrysc

    curlyfrysc says:

    it's a given, but you forgot Halloween!

    2 years ago

  • PipocaHandmade

    PipocaHandmade says:

    Thanks for the head's up, tips, and perfect autumn picks!

    2 years ago

  • Sudstress

    Sudstress says:

    Somethin' to chew on... thanks :D

    2 years ago

  • jurgitahandmade

    jurgitahandmade says:

    great! so much ideas!

    2 years ago

  • megalunostudio

    megalunostudio says:

    Thanks for helping me plan for the next season! Fall is my favorite season... the colours, smells, and homeyness just sweeps me away every year! All of the support is so appreciated!

    2 years ago

  • Iammie

    Iammie says:

    Thanks for info. ^^

    2 years ago

  • GimCarry

    GimCarry says:

    Thank you for notify to direction (* v *)

    2 years ago

  • vilte

    vilte says:

    thanks for all the info!

    2 years ago

  • steinschmuckdesign

    steinschmuckdesign says:

    Excellent, thank you so much!

    2 years ago

  • strawberrypeople

    strawberrypeople says:

    oooh! love that ring!

    2 years ago

  • magicjelly

    magicjelly says:

    I appreciate that you've ended this detailed article with a couple of lines about international holidays, but considering almost half of your sellers are non-US, I'm surprised this calendar of events is so US-centric. It's going to be SPRING here in Australia in 3 weeks time. Father's Day is on September 6th. Where is the merchandising schedule for the rest of the world?

    2 years ago

  • staceyrebecca

    staceyrebecca says:

    THANK you for including Talk Like A Pirate Day. That pleases me. Yargh

    2 years ago

  • evihan

    evihan says:

    what a great posting...so helpfulll thank youuuu

    2 years ago

  • sarayard

    sarayard says:

    the "White Pumpkin Basket" is so cute: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=28633365&ref=em ^.^

    2 years ago

  • BayMoonDesign

    BayMoonDesign says:

    I always look forward to these articles. They are a huge help with ideas and keywords.

    2 years ago

  • adatine

    adatine says:

    Thanks etsy! very usefull article.

    2 years ago

  • FlanneryCrane

    FlanneryCrane says:

    I love the floral designs...

    2 years ago

  • SpringtreeRoad

    SpringtreeRoad says:

    With a shop less than a month old and still finding my way, I really appreciate the nudge into thinking about Halloween and the holidays. Next time, I'll have to remember to bring my idea book with me to the computer, the article has given me a couple of ideas I don't want to forget.

    2 years ago

  • PawPawsWorkshop

    PawPawsWorkshop says:

    Great article

    2 years ago

  • breadandroses2

    breadandroses2 says:

    Timely, useful info to help stayed focused on short & long range seasonal plans. Thanks, Etsy! Magicjelly makes an important point: what about the non-US customer & seller base? A significant number of my very valued customers are from the Southern Hemisphere (thank you AU & NZ!!). I'd like to continue creating fresh designs in tune with their seasons/calendar but feel like those items get lost in the zillons of listings. The listing form 'tags' feature doesn't have enough space to include 'southern hemisphere' and it's clunky adding it to the title. I'm open to ideas and workaround solutions.

    2 years ago

  • designlab443

    designlab443 says:

    working on halloween now, love the idea of a seasonal banner!

    2 years ago

  • thestapeliacompany

    thestapeliacompany says:

    As always, thank you for these tips that help sellers focus their efforts in specific areas more in-tune with Etsy's overall direction as well. Thank you! :)

    2 years ago

  • marymaryAdmin

    marymary says:

    Magicjelly and breadandroses2, Thank you for your insight. As mentioned in the article, we are very interested in opening up our merchandising calendar to a broader international audience. Thank you for your mentions of Father's Day in Australia, should you have more international holiday suggestions for September, we would very much be interested in including them here.

    2 years ago

  • ButtensBoutique

    ButtensBoutique says:

    Great, Thank you! :)

    2 years ago

  • wristcandycreations

    wristcandycreations says:

    Thanks for another great article on merchandising! I'm finding they really help me focus on seasonal trends for my shop!

    2 years ago

  • classicc11

    classicc11 says:

    Thanks for the reminder to start now on Halloween! Helpful, as usual!

    2 years ago

  • whilejupiterdreams

    whilejupiterdreams says:

    Feeling all witch-y for Halloween now!

    2 years ago

  • WATTOonline

    WATTOonline says:

    Thanks for the article. Question: You mention decorating your shop with images of Halloween. Beyond the banner, how would one do that? Is there a way to add extra imagery to the shop? thanks

    2 years ago

  • strandsoflight

    strandsoflight says:

    This is great. I really appreciate these merchandising articles. So helpful!

    2 years ago

  • SweetwaterGifts

    SweetwaterGifts says:

    Thank you...been watching for this :o)

    2 years ago

  • shopgoodgrace

    shopgoodgrace says:

    good to know. I was searching for this the other day... to no avail. Will need to bookmark now. :)

    2 years ago

  • EJPcreations

    EJPcreations says:

    So happy fall is on the way!!!

    2 years ago

  • sweetdreamsandco

    sweetdreamsandco says:

    Great article..thanku so much!

    2 years ago

  • lauraslefthook

    lauraslefthook says:

    September 11 is Patriot Day in the United States.

    2 years ago

  • recycledwares

    recycledwares says:

    some fun days ahead in September - can't wait!!

    2 years ago

  • StudioCherie

    StudioCherie says:

    Thank you Lou, these articles are very helpful!

    2 years ago

  • DalenaVintage

    DalenaVintage says:

    It's nice to know what's going on behind the scenes...thanks for sharing!

    2 years ago

  • kitchenstitchen

    kitchenstitchen says:

    I think I missed my window for making fall related items, though I do have some fall color fabrics. But I do have some Holiday items done (not listed yet though).

    2 years ago

  • Tina669

    Tina669 says:

    Thanks for the article!

    2 years ago

  • prendasbyenid

    prendasbyenid says:

    OMG... This articles are great, keep me up to date always! Thanks Etsy!!!!!!!

    2 years ago

  • vsc83

    vsc83 says:

    I love the fall season! I'm looking forward to seeing all the great items everyone produces this year, and making my own! :)

    2 years ago

  • tamaradesigns

    tamaradesigns says:

    Very helpful article - helps keep me up to date with seasonal trends within USA.

    2 years ago

  • amber84

    amber84 says:

    eeeeeee! I love halloween - SO excited. :)

    2 years ago

  • emmarts

    emmarts says:

    Thanks! my dishwasher is a bit jealous now....see September 10th

    2 years ago

  • rozzie

    rozzie says:

    I can't wait for Hallooooow's eve art and creations

    2 years ago

  • GeorgeGs

    GeorgeGs says:

    Thank you ,very much.

    2 years ago

  • DalkullanJewelry

    DalkullanJewelry says:

    Thanks for another great article Isagar and MaryMary. I'm a sucker for Talk Like a Pirate Day, arrrh!

    2 years ago

  • happymom4God

    happymom4God says:

    Thanks, etsy!

    2 years ago

  • loddelina

    loddelina says:

    Sewing Machine Day? How did that one come about? I should do something to celebrate my Bernina, I would be lost without it!

    2 years ago

  • SuppliesHandcrafted

    SuppliesHandcrafted says:

    thanks for all of the updates! sounds wonderful!

    2 years ago

  • theLostEarring

    theLostEarring says:

    Good information. I'm so excited for fall on Etsy and muahahahahah Halloween! Thanks :)

    2 years ago

  • rusticstyle

    rusticstyle says:

    Thanks for the article!! Always good stuff!!

    2 years ago

  • adVintagous

    adVintagous says:

    I can't believe it's time to start breaking out the coats and sweaters already! I'm so ready for halloween.

    2 years ago

  • EAGems

    EAGems says:

    thanks for this great article! looking forward to fall!!

    2 years ago

  • ticvaah

    ticvaah says:

    Very helpful!

    2 years ago

  • FloralsbyCLT

    FloralsbyCLT says:

    All of the tips are great. Thanks.

    2 years ago

  • toastkawaii

    toastkawaii says:

    wow, i can't wait for autumn <3

    2 years ago

  • bootika

    bootika says:

    hey.. Eid is in there somewhere around 18th/19th too - not too sure when but i think its in September. ..and yes as as 'Studio One Design' has mentioned, before Dusshera, we have the 9 day festival in India known as Navratre.. a colourful festival full of light and great celebrations.

    2 years ago

  • bootika

    bootika says:

    O' and i forgot to say that Navratre and Dusshera are both Hindu festivals.

    2 years ago

  • natalya1905

    natalya1905 says:

    Terrific article, very helpful information. Thank you very much!

    2 years ago

  • Federicaknits

    Federicaknits says:

    I love autumn and I am looking forward to September!

    2 years ago

  • soulybarb

    soulybarb says:

    I'm looking forward to the fall themes and colours. Thanks so much for this article:)

    2 years ago

  • sleepymoondesign

    sleepymoondesign says:

    I love September! I am also looking forward to fall fashion!

    2 years ago

  • tootsystreasures

    tootsystreasures says:

    Lots of great info and ideas! Thanks, etsy!

    2 years ago

  • AngelasAlchemy

    AngelasAlchemy says:

    This is my first Storque article and I love the heads up on fall themes and promotions. Too bad I just sold my only sapphire piece. I'll just have to make more!! Thanks Etsy team.

    2 years ago

  • greeneyedbutterfly

    greeneyedbutterfly says:

    Thank you, very helpful.

    2 years ago

  • selahestelle

    selahestelle says:

    I was totally inspired by this heads up to create some things for my shoppe that would suit the season and could not be more excited about where this info took my creativity! Thanks for the info and the inspiration!

    2 years ago

  • GranGrahamsTable

    GranGrahamsTable says:

    Thankyou for such helpful advice.

    2 years ago

  • CinfulOldies

    CinfulOldies says:

    Hummm.. Make a Hat Day? How about Vintage ones? I'll have to be on the lookout!

    2 years ago

  • beckysews

    beckysews says:

    I love the Holiday list. Talk like a Pirate Day is a staple at my house too. You left out September 17th which is not only (US) Constitution Day (http://usgovinfo.about.com/blconstday.htm) but this year will be my 50th Birthday!! I second the idea I read above about adding the September flower the Aster as well as our birthstone.

    2 years ago

  • bigbluebed

    bigbluebed says:

    I cannot believe Sept 19 is Talk Like a Pirate Day! It is the day of my daughter's 6th birthday party and it is Pirate themed. How cool is that!

    2 years ago

  • radishchild

    radishchild says:

    so excited for the fall season!

    2 years ago

  • TheJoyofColor

    TheJoyofColor says:

    Thaks a lot etsy team as a beginer this are great advise. info... i'll look now closly at my tagging and new collection, Beautiful themes - I like blue and Fall is my favorit season

    2 years ago

  • hNCrafts

    hNCrafts says:

    Wow - great pics! The fox necklace and Virgo necklace (as I am a virgo) are amazing! A quick Heart in my book! Thanks for the upcoming ideas for Sept.

    2 years ago

  • LaceyWagner

    LaceyWagner says:

    thanks etsy for this information!

    2 years ago

  • EcaEcho

    EcaEcho says:

    This has given me some great ideas...thanks!

    2 years ago

  • maiajewel

    maiajewel says:

    marking :-)

    2 years ago

  • maiajewel

    maiajewel says:

    whoops! I had multiple tabs open and thought I was posting on another page :-P

    2 years ago

  • HeatherJaneDesign

    HeatherJaneDesign says:

    Gotta go get my Autumn Thank you card packs printed! And I need to make something sapphire! :)

    2 years ago

  • peaseblossomstudio

    peaseblossomstudio says:

    Great article, thank you for including my book! :-)

    2 years ago

  • sleeks

    sleeks says:

    August is almost over.. Getting ready for September's themes and fall fashion - thanks for the focus!! :-)

    2 years ago

  • riorita

    riorita says:

    Thank you for this report, I shall bookmark it right away!

    2 years ago

  • RedBracelet

    RedBracelet says:

    Thank you for those clear guide-and now... to work!!!

    2 years ago

  • LittleWhiteDresser

    LittleWhiteDresser says:

    Thank you etsy :)

    2 years ago

  • ECObyLimitz

    ECObyLimitz says:

    Hi! Thanks for a great and inspiring article. I think you should also mention the Tishri Holidays this year in September, when Sukot takes place.... Thanks ECObyLimitz

    2 years ago

  • rozzie

    rozzie says:

    Helpful tips, thank you for postng. :)

    2 years ago

  • amberstudios

    amberstudios says:

    Thanks for great article! Very helpful information>

    2 years ago

  • jayval

    jayval says:

    Oh Wow! Really great ideas..My new sapphire piece is already reserved for someone ...:)And I already sold a beautiful Halloween Necklace ...Love this article

    2 years ago

  • Lolavintage

    Lolavintage says:

    Very helpful article! I now have a better understanding of what to prepare for. Thanks. :)

    2 years ago

  • TheApple

    TheApple says:

    helpful as usual. Looking forward to some gorgeous autumn-ie front pages...I just love when purple is mixed with orange and browns!

    2 years ago

  • lolos

    lolos says:

    Thank you so much Mary... I'm really happy to see the name of my country here... Viva Chile a beautiful and long country. Saludos para todos los chilenos que nos encontamos en Etsy. Felicidades y que Viva Chile mi tierra preciosa. :-D Lolo :-)

    2 years ago

  • BululuStudio

    BululuStudio says:

    Yes!!! Chile's Independence Day woo hoo. Let's celebrate! Arriba todos los chilenos etsianos...

    2 years ago

  • kmcgiveron

    kmcgiveron says:

    great stuff!!!

    2 years ago

  • SASjewelrycreations

    SASjewelrycreations says:

    Great ideas and clear direction, Thanks!!!

    2 years ago

  • JewellerybyEldon

    JewellerybyEldon says:

    I have 2 things ready, Got to think up some more.Thanks

    2 years ago

  • riricreations

    riricreations says:

    Ready for fall~can't wait!

    2 years ago

  • MyCreativeThreads

    MyCreativeThreads says:

    Good inspiration for focusing on fall!

    2 years ago

  • KasaCollection

    KasaCollection says:

    very very helpfull. i love that little football shirt. there is a burpie set for football season in my shop as well. have fun shopping fall

    2 years ago

  • Easy123

    Easy123 says:

    Very informative. Thanks! Love the Virgo necklace, especially since I am one :)

    2 years ago

  • kazzalblue

    kazzalblue says:

    Love the days to remember list. Really helpful. Thanks

    2 years ago

  • riricreations

    riricreations says:

    This is a great help~thanks!

    2 years ago