Yoola shares her own Shop Makeover story with us, as a follow up to Mary’s Broaden Your Target Audience with Tiered Product Lines.
I want to tell you about how I achieved successful sales figures by stretching my design into new dimensions. Many Etsy sellers have successful designs in terms of high views, many hearts, appearance in Treasuries and even front pages, but somehow…low sales.
Until not so long ago, I was one of them. My most successful item was my knitted wire pomegranates, pictured above. They appeared everywhere: numerous front pages, numerous blogs (small and big) with interviews, articles, even Etsy blog articles (Rosh Hashanah and Shop Local).
BUT, I made very little sales. Only 2 poms were sold.
I had to do something, and I felt I had to tackle it in an original way. I knew that if my issue was only a matter of price, it was a dead end. My work is time consuming, and I could not afford to cut my prices any more than I already had. I just SO wanted to translate my Etsy visual success into a financial one — this is where my stretching began.
I focused on 3 assumptions:
1. Maybe people just loved its visual impact, i.e. the photos.
2. Maybe people just loved poms (because of all that they represent).
3. Maybe people were curious about how I make them.
These assumptions led me into several potential directions:
1. Develop a line of prints, greeting cards, or postcards with my pom photos.
2. Develop more pomegranate items that would resemble the big ones, but would be more affordable.
3. Write tutorials that would teach anyone to knit a pom.
I decide to start with option #2, which is what I do best. I designed a “mini pom bead,” and it was received quite successfully. My mission was partially achieved, but I wasn’t yet satisfied.
I debated for several months about option #3, to publish or not to publish. After discussing it in the forums with many fellow Etsians, I came up with a list of pros and cons.
The cons were:
1. Risk of exposure to copycats and competition with the sharing of knowledge.
2. The item will no longer seem as special when it pops up everywhere.
The pros were:
1. Publishing your knowledge gives people get the opportunity to respect you as a designer and a pro.
2. There are many enthusiastic crafters who would love to have a pom, but would not be ready to pay its full price, and by offering them a tutorial I enable them make their own.
3. The wider exposure will benefit the finished products because more people will have a respect and appreciation for my skill and my vision, and so sharing how they’re made would enlarge its sales figures as well.
4. Different people would purchase my finished items and my tutorials, so its not actually one instead of the other.
5. The GREEN aspect – distributing tutorials creates less pollution than mailing items overseas.
I eventually decided to follow the pro path and offer tutorials. It’s been a success ever since! I am now encouraged to write more tutorials.
The stretching, of course, can never end. Once the tutorials started taking off, questions about supplies started to emerge. Thoughts about offering my clients an easy and fast solution gave way to kits.
The bottom line is stretch, stretch, stretch — your mind, your media and your boundaries.
What do you think sellers? Have you tried to stretch your shops’ boundaries? Comment below!
If you’re a seller who has been doing a Shop Makeover, post your before & after photos in our flickr group!
345 comments
Sign in to add your ownmaiziedesigns says:
What a great article! This is very helpful for all sellers in reviewing how to get create in selling their goods as well as branching out in new directions for their shop. Thanks for you sharing.
3 years ago
sweetshorn says:
Inspirational - thank you!
3 years ago
LushPunk says:
It's often a mystery as to why some items are featured constantly but not purchased - I like the lists that you've made :D
3 years ago
LaCometaLab says:
Yoola, thanks so much for sharing this story with us. Congrats on the results of your well earned success!!!
3 years ago
dawnaurora says:
very nice article. Very informative. Like how you can stretch your ideas.
3 years ago
zombuki says:
Brilliant! Tutorials is something I'm about to launch and I'm really excited. Plus your Poms are so clever! I love them!
3 years ago
MyLittleHands says:
What a smart way to approach your challenge! Best of continuing luck to you and congrats for making your own success!
3 years ago
shellieartist says:
Yoola, great article and packed full of useful information. I sometimes feel like I have good product, original work and affordable things but I seem to get lost in the shuffle. I am going to take your advice and try to start thinking outside of the box. Also, congrats on your success...you have a great attitude and incredible work!
3 years ago
nfall2rt says:
I've though smaller similar products to cut prices before...but not pattern publishing/ tutorials. Great ideas!
3 years ago
FancifulForm says:
I just finished re-taking most of my pictures this week. Now I need to get working on this! ^.^
3 years ago
AnthologiE says:
Thanks for taking the plunge to explore your shop boundaries AND share them with us. It was really helpful to see the process you went through. Especially that pros and cons list of selling tutorials for your design. I think that's pretty common to want to say "look what I did" as an artist, but very noteworthy to say "look what YOU can do"...also definitely lets others appreciate time involvement, like you said.
3 years ago
MyDearest says:
i like your thought process and how you worked through your issues. this is a 'tutorial' in itself! thanks
3 years ago
gretchenmist says:
wow. thanks so much for sharing your detailed thought processes and ideas. congrats too on your success. agreed v deserved :)
3 years ago
melaniescrafts says:
Fabulous article!!
3 years ago
muxoriginals says:
This is great, Yael! Thank you :)
3 years ago
joojoo says:
What a fantastic article, I totally agree with you about the part that you said more people will have a respect and appreciation for your skills and vision. It's really true, because the will also realize that it's not an easy job to do that.
3 years ago
ffflowers says:
There's a lot to think about here - thank you!
3 years ago
RoyalPrincess says:
A very nice article and good solution design !!
3 years ago
BabbidgePatch says:
great information ~ thanks for publishing it!
3 years ago
4TheSparrowsNest says:
This is really cool to read!! I love to hear how other sellers go about making tough decisions like this. We all have to make hard choices, and it's neat to see problem solving in action.
3 years ago
loulouandoscar says:
Thank you so much for this inspiring article, I think I may fall into the lots of exposure, not so many sales category! I will start stretching my imagination now!
3 years ago
redyellowandblueink says:
good things to think about, I liked your info on the specific questions you asked yourself-good stuff, thanks!
3 years ago
embellishedlife says:
You go, yoola! I remember the thread where you asked for advice on the kits and tutorials! Glad to see it worked out for you!
3 years ago
HugsandHolidays says:
Great article. I can relate...what I thought I would sell was my assumption. I had to step back and listen to my customers tell me what they wanted. I thank and love each and every one of them, on and off etsy.
3 years ago
voleurdebijoux says:
Thank you for sharing your gift and ideas, Yoola! Much success to you and your shop. :)
3 years ago
sillylittlelady says:
Very interesting article, now I just have to brainstorm ways that I can stretch my shop...ive got a few ideas in the works ;)
3 years ago
bunnyboutique says:
Thanks for sharing Yoola. It's goes to show that sometimes solutions are more simple than you think they might be...*just thinking out loud* I constantly search my brain for new ideas, and probably spend too much time thinking about it than actually doing it. More action required most likely.
3 years ago
BlueTerracotta says:
Very helpful indeed! I'm definitely going to take your advice Yoola, and stretch!
3 years ago
ellecools says:
Great article. Thanks Yoola! I really think any healthy business must always grow, evolve, adapt..all that..to stay vital, and those changes can also be exciting and rewarding.
3 years ago
Ichela says:
Hi! It is real, some people buy Original crafts because it likes them, but many of them doesn't know or imagine how much time, your work takes you to finish one of your products. In my case my brother said "how many of paintings and products you can do in a day or in an hour" (as a engineer mind), it definitely define our "price" or value. (I hope you may understand what I want to said my native language is spanish, thank you).
3 years ago
DeNovoStyle says:
Great ideas! Awesome business approach! Thanks
3 years ago
veneta says:
So, did you end up trying #1 as well, with the prints? In all, are your sales figures now where you want them to be? Thanks for the article and I really appreciate the creative, yet purposeful way you've gone about things. A great example - thanks for sharing!
3 years ago
Ryanplz says:
i absolutely love this article. thanks so much for posting. now i have a few idea's bubbling in my head!
3 years ago
DzyMsLizzy says:
Some good ideas, but don't particularly fit with my product lines. 90% of the items I make are not "teachable" by print media, and require some specialized, expensive equipment (i.e. a kiln). Manay of my other items are one-of-a-kind vintage, so not handcrafted, and again, nothing I can do with them to increase my sales. However, your concept is interesting, and may be beneficial for many others. Cheers... Liz
3 years ago
AntoinetteDesign says:
Awesome article, it was lovely to see the 'pros' and 'cons' list (I'm a 'pros' and 'cons' list maker!) Thanks for the great insight!
3 years ago
FlowerPress says:
Really interesting!!
3 years ago
lilyja says:
Respect!:)
3 years ago
littlepancakes says:
great ideas. I will definitely be thinking about this
3 years ago
lilyja says:
And definitely inspiring. thank u
3 years ago
HELICOPTERstudios says:
Great advice! Thanks.
3 years ago
PillowThrowDecor says:
What a fantastic, well written article. I have a few pillow kits in my store with another 50 on the shelf your story is so timely. I need to get off my butt and get the show on the road. Thank you ever so much for sharing!
3 years ago
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3 years ago
GourdKin says:
Great ideas and well thought through and YOU ACTED ON THEM! Now that I know it's possible I have no excuse not to get moving.
3 years ago
yaelfran says:
wonderful article Yael!!!!!!! Congrats, congrats, congrats, you deserve the successful so much!!!!!!!
3 years ago
SewnNatural says:
Fantastic ideas - well-thought out and most of all, thanks for sharing them with us all, very generous of you. Great karma!
3 years ago
dragonhouseofyuen says:
thank you Yoola for being so specific with your dilemma! Your thought process is invaluable - and I hope to borrow your inspirational questioning. This is one of the best articles on tiered pricing, sales results and ensuing conundrums I have come across!! Thank You kindly, Annette!
3 years ago
jacjewelry says:
Thanks for sharing this with us! I found this very useful, and you brought a few factors to my attention I never thought of before.
3 years ago
CrownBindery says:
Thank you so much!! Yes, new ideas to inspire us all to reach for the sky!
3 years ago
bellasparty says:
Great article and very inspiring! I'm in the process of making some changes on my shop. Thank you for the wonderful ideas!
3 years ago
themachinestops says:
Fantastic article! I am now inspired to do some brainstorming of my own!
3 years ago
BohemianThings says:
Thanks for sharing. This is one article I will read over and over again as I enter into opening my own shop. There is so much to be learned here. Bohemian Things
3 years ago
JulieMeyer says:
Thanks for sharing your business process and how you were able to grow it on a different path.
3 years ago
akane says:
Wow... what a great article! I remember you in the critiques forums when you were just starting out. I felt the frustration in you voice that you weren't doing as well as you'd like, but I knew your product was very original that that there would be a buyer for your designs. I just checked out your shop and have seen a huge change in the overall look, photos, and the jump in sales. You've sold many PDF's, but I also noticed that you've sold your larger pieces as well! Great job! I'm so happy for you and your success!
3 years ago
alwaysadorable says:
I need your brain, LOL. Such good thought processes! Okay headed to get some pen, paper, and some brainstorming on!
3 years ago
edieart says:
Great article! thanks for sharing :)
3 years ago
kris57 says:
Wow! I need advise! What can I do? Can you check my blah store page and give me some tips related to my stuff. I am going to think and brainstorm myself.
3 years ago
beckysglass says:
I really gained alot of inspiration from this article! I hope I can incorporate some of it! Thanks so much!!!
3 years ago
seweasypatterns says:
Excellent article!! This is exactly how my patterns evolved :) I was selling the finished products but not very often. But as soon as the patterns were offered, my shop BOOMED!! Now it is my bread and butter. It really pays to expand your thought process and methods. Thanks!
3 years ago
perebags says:
Thanks Yoola!
3 years ago
Lirola says:
Wonderful article! Congrats Yoola!
3 years ago
yalipaz says:
Yael, Thank you so much for this article it is inspiring and it is so wonderful of you to share. I love your work and your shop is amazing and I wish you many sales. Yali
3 years ago
beaneandco says:
Nice to hear hard work pays off. Great article! Thanks for sharing.
3 years ago
eraseandrepeat says:
what a great article! and filled with informative tidbits, hmmmm... food for thought for me :) thanks for sharing!
3 years ago
veroque says:
Yael, I love your work. you are very creative:) Thank you so much for you sharing, This is very helpful.
3 years ago
nectorgirl says:
I have always loved those pom's. It's great when tutorials are offered, it really gives items value when people realize what it takes to get to that finished piece!
3 years ago
haannh says:
Adorable stuffs..Thanks for sharing.
3 years ago
QuipDesigns says:
Thank you! Something to think about... :-)
3 years ago
mmsomewhere says:
thank you
3 years ago
DvoraSchleffer says:
Great article Yoola. So great to see how you analyzed the situation and found your way to turn it around. Very inspiring.
3 years ago
MyMoms says:
Oh Yoola! you are so great! I really love your poms...tutorialsor mot (:
3 years ago
AyalaLevinger says:
One of the best articles I have read! Really good points to think about! thank you!
3 years ago
anakim says:
Wonderful article, fabulous work Yoola! May your poms will bring you a lot of luck:)
3 years ago
Berlinski says:
They are such great ideas! Congratulations on your success! ...hmmm...lots to think about...
3 years ago
crochetgal says:
Thanks for such an inspiring article. I've always been an admirer of your wire work... its beautiful!
3 years ago
nanouke says:
Thank you Yoola! You're an amazing artist, I really respect you, and a fellow wire knitter :D This is the key for success, analyzing our strengths and weaknesses!
3 years ago
galit says:
I'm inspired!
3 years ago
rafya says:
Very interesting and encouraging article, I am agree about that stretching can never end. wonderful Yael !!!
3 years ago
OdeliaLa says:
A great example of how sharing with others can only give more BACK and will not take AWAY. Thank you for teaching that.
3 years ago
rosemaryhill says:
Brilliant! Thanks for letting us know about your success.
3 years ago
DanutaDesigns says:
Wonderful article describing a positive thought process. Well done, I love your work.
3 years ago
Yoola says:
Thank you all for your wonderful positive comments, I'm so happy i wrote this article :)
3 years ago
AaronOverstreetArt says:
Great article! Thanks Yoola!
3 years ago
gaialai says:
Great article!!! I think that when people will try to do them they'll more appriciate your work. I knit beads and jewelry and it was very intersing for me to read how another artist knits. I learned a lot from it :) Thanks!!!
3 years ago
raisinlike says:
Now, this is an excellent article - and very inspiring. I have a lot of thinking to do now about my own shop. !כל הכבוד
3 years ago
elisasherejewelry says:
Thanks for sharing your experience with us, it's so inspiring! Your work is beautiful, I love the new smaller pieces.
3 years ago
TheStrawberryGirl says:
The way you analyze your shop's potential is really helpful. I'm inspired!
3 years ago
artinthefamilykb says:
I'm impressed and glad to have stumbled on your article. Great brainstorming, stretching and executing. Thanks for your help.
3 years ago
XPoppysWickedGardenX says:
A very nice story! You have such wonderfully unique Ideas I am glad that you can share them all with us!
3 years ago
FlanneryCrane says:
Well-written and thought provoking article. Thanks for challenging us...
3 years ago
filo says:
Yoola, thanks for the article. I remember your forum posting about weather or not to do a tutorial. I am glad that it has worked out so positively for you. Also I think that for a true creative spirit, its important to share and absorb the risk of being copied. Its so easy to say "I can do that" its only when others try that they gain real insight into the time and effort that is needed to come up with such gracious inspired creations.
3 years ago
NannysDesigns says:
Thanks for the good article. I have been trying to stretch my ideas, which are in the action now, hope it works out. Thanks for the ideas.
3 years ago
mistflowerstudio says:
Yael, what a fantastic article. I've been thinking a lot about stores reinventing themselves lately and your article brought up many good points. You are so talented and kind. I wish you continued success in the future! You will always be the Queen of the Pomegranates!
3 years ago
PhineasandLou says:
This is wonderful! Thank you!
3 years ago
hilariagalleries says:
wow I really enjoyed your article! I'm afraid I, too, am one of those Etsy sellers with many hearts, a few really popular items but few sales. While I can't really offer patterns for my work :) it still challenges me to think of other ways to offer my product. Diversification and ingenuity is so necessary to success in business.... thanks for the awesome read!
3 years ago
Inbaliya says:
Yoola, your article is inspiring. Thanks for sharing!
3 years ago
atouchofvintage says:
i wish you all the success on your tutorials and any other way that you will 'stretch' in the future! congrats!
3 years ago
lalala08 says:
Those poms are one of my favorite things on etsy! Great article, thanks for sharing! Keep up the great work!
3 years ago
BeadsInTheBelfry says:
It's great to see how people learn and stretch and adapt! Yay Yael!
3 years ago
BeeGracious says:
Thanks for sharing your thoughts ~ love the poms!
3 years ago
lilacpop says:
I have the same issues-lots of views and great feedback but hardly any sales. You gave me some great ideas! Thanks!
3 years ago
wristcandycreations says:
Great article. Thanks for sharing your tips for success with us! Best of luck to you!
3 years ago
popsiclestick says:
I can't thank you enough - I think a lot of us are at this stage and this is awesome food for thought!
3 years ago
LaireMarie says:
Great story! Way to think outside of the box!
3 years ago
GemmaBeads says:
popsiclestick said it - "food for thought". Thanks much! Another inspiring article.
3 years ago
punkybunny300 says:
Congrats on your success, tutorials are fabulous! This article definitely got me thinking!
3 years ago
michon says:
Great article, I've seen your poms and love them so I guess I'm one of the people who looked at them a lot but didn't buy, LOL.
3 years ago
3cdKidStuff says:
thanks for sharing... we can't teach folks how to draw, but thinking about how we can make our product line more accessible has got me thinking! uh-oh!
3 years ago
OmShop says:
Great!!!
3 years ago
tiedyedmonkeys says:
Thanks for sharing your experience. Like you I have Items that get lots of views but few sales. I figured it was the economy. But you have inspired me to try to come at my store from a new direction!
3 years ago
jensingh says:
Nicely written article, thanks for sharing a peek into the making of ideas!
3 years ago
StudioCherie says:
Excellent article, Yoola. Great, concrete examples of stretching your thinking and expanding your line. I think a lot of Etsy sellers could benefit from this.
3 years ago
SarahLamont says:
great article! how sweet of you to share your findings.... Etsy is such a wonderful place to be.
3 years ago
SeventhCloudStudio says:
Great article! This really applies to my own shop and I've got some great ideas....Congrats on your success!
3 years ago
shopgoldmine says:
Smart and inspiring! Thank you :)
3 years ago
scrapbookcompleted says:
Such a great article! Thinking out of the box has inspired me to do the same. Thank You! Keep up the good work!
3 years ago
LittleCritters00 says:
great article, I love to know people and there process. I am a big process nut.
3 years ago
ALEALE says:
very brave and smart ! I would need your advice with my zero sales !!!!!
3 years ago
limitz says:
Yoola, u did something very clever.. in this world of ours where u can copycat is a fact (and I'm not saying it in a bad way, its just there and a part of us) and/or people are inspired by one another, the smart thing is to share, from your own will. You are very right and I am happy to see it worked for you. Thank you very much for sharing!:-) תודה!
3 years ago
PipocaHandmade says:
Thanks for your insight into your business...it's very inspiring and invaluable information. Wishing you continued success.
3 years ago
MortonWildlifeOils says:
That's great. I also get compliments on my work with no sales to support them, so I've been working on some new ideas to hopefully make my shop stand out more and give people a wider range of options. Thanks.
3 years ago
Easy123 says:
Yoola, Thanks for an inspiring article. I have purchased earrings, and patterns from you and they are fantastic! I may need to rethink my business model.
3 years ago
spicerakdesigns says:
Thank you so much for this article! I, too, am trying to brainstorm on ways to expand my shop's boundaries...thank you for sharing your insight and experiences!
3 years ago
SEOWebDesign says:
Wonderful article with helpful ideas I can use for my own shop. Thank you for sharing your success story.
3 years ago
hazelnutcottage says:
oh, my, i need halp! i need brain stretching halp! i have ideas! but, uh, did i say i need some halp?!
3 years ago
LilPeasandCarrots says:
I can't believe I missed this! Thanks for picking my Modern Pinafore Pattern Kit!
3 years ago
Gocreativity759 says:
Great article. I feel the same way too - I need to stretch my visions into something more affordable and more creatively sound...These pomegranate shapes remind me exactly of these wire sculptures I saw at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco, CA a few years back. The shape and this style of weave is almost identical! Very cool, clean and intricate. I wonder if these were inspired at all from these old Asian wire sculptures.
3 years ago
blithegardens says:
Really good information. There are always new ways to look at every problem!
3 years ago
CrochetRoanoke says:
Congratulations on your well-earned and well-deserved success! Thank you so much for sharing this business strategy and for sharing your amazing talent!
3 years ago
SowingOats says:
Great article and lesson. It shows true business acumen. Too many times all we think about is throwing in the towel on something that isn't working. You did your homework! Its a lesson I am going to work harder at applying to my own ideas! Thanks for sharing.
3 years ago
ArchetypalTheatre says:
This is inspiring! In my own shop, I had mostly expensive handmade art dolls. I am now adding more affordable pencil sketches and paintings, as well as making prototypes for smaller, simpler figures that still stay true to my vision. Making cards using photos of the products sounds like a great idea. (I'm certainly guilty of buying images of original art instead of the original!)
3 years ago
yoganoodles says:
Thank you for the insight! I am new to the Etsy community and crave suggestions for growing a successful business. What I really loved, though, is the fact that you talked about your process...the questions you asked and how you made the choices you made. And, by the way, I love poms!
3 years ago
paintingpam says:
Way to go!! Thanks for sharing about the tutorials which would lead to more respect for your product. I'm bookmarking this page and will consider something similar.
3 years ago
twistedsisterarts says:
Thank you so much, I've been struggling with the same issues. I've been developing a new line, that I can sell as a kit as well as the finished article. You've made it work, and that helps so much.
3 years ago
teamzvonik says:
I read this story yesterday and I have been really thinking about what you have said about stretching. Thanks for the thoughtful, educational and supportive article.
3 years ago
brownbunnybyiris says:
Fabulous article!
3 years ago
SmadarsTreasure says:
Great article, thanks for sharing your ideas and thoughts! בהצלחה וכל הכבוד!
3 years ago
waxandwool says:
Thanks so much for a great article!
3 years ago
artsycraftybabe says:
Thanks for sharing! I couldn't agree more, as I've done the same thing. My patterns have given me way more success than my finished products have.
3 years ago
FireFaeryDesigns says:
Thank you, Yoola for the inspiration. I am brand new to Etsy, and anxious for ideas to make my shop a success. Best of luck!
3 years ago
lauraslefthook says:
Thanks for this article. I have been working along the same lines. I have been working on adding patterns as well as adding another line of similar products to my best seller. It is a work in progress.
3 years ago
KimsCraftyApple says:
very innovative! I love you thought outside the box to increase your sales. I'll have to try to do that with my shop...hmmmm....
3 years ago
kestreldesigns says:
Great advice. I definitely need as much of it as possible to try and "make it" on etsy. Thanks!
3 years ago
SapphireLizard says:
Thanks for sharing! I've run through a similar line of thought about my Spring Flower Bouquet rings. Everyone loves them, raves about them, but I've only sold 6 in a year since I debuted them. Good to know I'm not the only one in this boat. It ehlped me a lot to see how you approached the situation.
3 years ago
HawkManStudios says:
I've had an Etsy location for almost a year now but just recently started placing my work on Etsy. Your article will be the cornerstone of what I do to be successful on Etsy and I thank you for your experience, knowledge and for being a true artists and sharing. Thank YOU!!
3 years ago
absolutelysmall says:
Thank you so much for this article! I've been so lucky to be featured in so many places...yet since that doesn't translate to sales much, I've been wondering what was wrong with me. Not only did this article give me great ideas to expand, it made me feel like less of a looser! ^o^ So, thanks for that.
3 years ago
CityChicCountryMouse says:
Super article! It motivates me to "think outside the box." Thanks for sharing your experiences!
3 years ago
mishmishmarket says:
Kol Hakavod Yael!
3 years ago
margotbianca says:
this is a great article. i like your carefully considered pros and cons. i've thought of offering shirt kits in my shop, since making my own fabric and sewing garments produces an expensive product that many can't pay. i appreciated reading about your experiences. (and, i'm one of the people who've hearted your poms :) thanks so much.
3 years ago
darklingwoods says:
I love how you were able to use your creativity to focus on a solution! Thank you for sharing!
3 years ago
esmeraldadesigns says:
fabulous, how logic an artist:)
3 years ago
lilworkerb says:
Very good article. I have the same problem, lots of views and no sales. I will really considser trying the shop makeover.
3 years ago
Sigaliot says:
Great open minding article. Thank you for sharing and good luck with sells!
3 years ago
bijougirldesigns says:
Yoola, I have been such a fan of yours from the beginning! This is a very comprehensive article and I so appreciate knowing your step by step process in expanding your business! Thank you! and lovely work - as always!
3 years ago
retrovertigo says:
That's a great way of explaining it. Especially about sharing your knowledge and earning community respect. I really appreciate what you've written here. THANKS!
3 years ago
WandaWorks says:
Yoola, Thanks for helping me with your wonderful article. I could really feel your brain working with great problem solving as a result. It is not the customer who won'y buy, it is we who cannot sell them what they want ! I wish we could draw more attention to etsy from people who love hand craft but won't ever do it themselves... now there is something to ponder. Would love to talk with you about that.
3 years ago
pamglew says:
inspired ideas! thanks for the refreshing read
3 years ago
BellaBeeDesigns says:
Great article! Thanks for posting this, and helping me realize to think out side the box! :-)
3 years ago
HazelnutDesigns says:
Wow, amazing article, and insight on how to grow your etsy shop! Very methodical - and it worked! Great job!
3 years ago
fibrogirl50 says:
Thank you for such an encouraging article. It prompted me to think outside the box; something I need to practice more of :)
3 years ago
Sudstress says:
Those are some great eye openers. Thanks for the perspective. I'm going to take a look at my shop the same way.
3 years ago
hopgrasser says:
wonderful, inspiring, thoughtful article. thanks for sharing your insights!
3 years ago
LanaKole says:
LOVE love LoVe this article. Such awesome ideas! Thanks for sharing Yoola!
3 years ago
sweetwilliams says:
Thanks for sharing your thought process and the success that it produced.
3 years ago
LoveAngelaHandmade says:
Dear Yael Thanks for the wonderful inspiration and insight into how you can rethink your craft to obtain better sales. I'll be keeping a copy of this article to refer to! Thanks again. Cheers from Sydney, Australia! Angela www.LoveAngelaHandmade.etsy.com
3 years ago
blossomnbird says:
Thankyou Yoola for a great article. Just what i've been thinking and trying to do too. I call it expansion. So many ways you can expand on your work. Creating different products. I'm trying to find the time to get all the ideas happening :) Beautiful Poms!!
3 years ago
mbzap says:
thanks for the words of wisdom- it's always interesting to hear how successful sellers find their paths
3 years ago
vella says:
Great article with great ideas, Yoola, Thanks!
3 years ago
envejewelry says:
many thanks for writing this! I guess I would fit into that category.. and you've given me much to think about. :)
3 years ago
EnchantingBeautiful says:
Cool informative article thanks!
3 years ago
TherapeuticScent says:
Very well written, easy and straight forward to understand. Thank you for sharing! Congratulations too on your success and new discovery!
3 years ago
felicitycrew says:
Thanks for sharing your insights with us. This is very thought-provoking!
3 years ago
Rejina says:
Fabulous article!!
3 years ago
Kwan says:
This is a very well written article, thank you for sharing Yoola, this is inspirational and gives me encouragement. Congratulations on your Etsy success.
3 years ago
fantasybeader says:
Thank you for your ideas, I love the way you ask yourself questions, I do that all the time. Wishing you much success. Heather
3 years ago
smmak says:
Nicely done! Informative article that I will return too. Koodos to you!
3 years ago
adorebynat says:
Great article. It's an eye-opening to share your knowledge with others.
3 years ago
marysworkshop says:
You are definitely an inspiration to all of us! Thanks for sharing your wisdom with many of us in the same situation.
3 years ago
maejane says:
Awesome inspiring article! Thanks for sharing what you've learned along the way :) It helps to tap into fellow seller's perspectives! xxo
3 years ago
applepiekids says:
Thanks for sharing your insight. I think stretching our minds is the key.
3 years ago
treeformjewelry says:
I really like the idea of "stretching" your ideas. This is great!
3 years ago
jurphy says:
Great article - you have really given me something to think about - thanks!!
3 years ago
pennyglassgirl says:
The advice in this article is great and very useful and relvant ot me. Thanks.
3 years ago
peppermintdesigns says:
Really inspirational; thank you! I loved the way you stretched your ideas!
3 years ago
GloamingDesigns says:
thank you so much for sharing your experience! as everyone has said, it's really inspirational and articles like this remind me just how great a place Etsy is.
3 years ago
wyldewoodpapers says:
What a wonderful example of positive thinking and problem solving! Thank you for inspiring me to do the same.
3 years ago
MakeMeOver says:
Wow - very thought provoking article! Thank you so much for sharing your ideas & growing pains. It's always good to look for the pros (& cons) of ideas, & to keep our minds open to other ideas. We all have some wonderful talents around here!! Gotta love Etsy :)
3 years ago
TheRusticRoosterFarm says:
Thank you for sharing this. I am just getting started with my etsy store, and I appreciate all the help I can get.
3 years ago
samsstuff says:
A great way to think about this issue! I'll have to work on a way to implement this for my shop! The first step, the lists...
3 years ago
patk860 says:
I am so new to this so it is great to hear such good thoughts right from the start....Thanks!
3 years ago
basketrybotanica says:
So - do people think that I could sell basket weaving kits? I tried that on eBay and it was a disaster. Etsy might be a different audience altogether. I have the supplies in stock and could easily write up a tutorial. Opinions? email me @ cmoorecole@gmail.com. I'd love some constructive ideas.
3 years ago
BritmericaLane says:
Some very good ideas.
3 years ago
GlassTortoise says:
Very interesting article. Definetly gave me some things to think about. Good job. Love your poms!
3 years ago
DarkStar says:
This was just a wonderful dissection of the creative process....thanks! Gives me ideas, and hey...that's always a good thing, right? ;) DS~
3 years ago
misohappi says:
I like your marketing ideas. Your poms are unique & infused with beautiful colors.
3 years ago
risingphoenixtoys says:
Nice article. I thought stretching your boundaries was just part of running a business.
3 years ago
cybergirl5710 says:
Great article. I can't wait to try some of these ideas myself.
3 years ago
Bearlynstitches says:
I enjoyed your article a lot. I've been thinking about other ways to expand my brand new shop ( can't believe I'm thinking that way already!).
3 years ago
CJsBeadedJewelry says:
Enjoyed your article--new to Etsy--trying to pick up all info I can. I have a variety of items I do and I've discovered by watching the 'views', I can tell which items create more interest...and hopefully, more sales. Thanks! CJ
3 years ago
Jahaarts says:
Great info. i have lots of items that i make (because i am a compulsive creator) but i have had an interesting time trying to figure out how to get more sales and exposure...Looking forward to applying the info! Thank You!!!!!
3 years ago
aislinnoccasions says:
great article! congrats! your shop is great!
3 years ago
shadesofsplendor says:
Thank you so much for the info!
3 years ago
marinataliera says:
great article !!!! Thank you !
3 years ago
Nalto says:
awesome info!! thanks:)
3 years ago
beladonnajewels says:
This is such a great article and huge inspiration. Thank you for sharing!
3 years ago
mloartwear says:
very interesting and well done article! thank you!
3 years ago
mimianddottie says:
fantastic story. thank you. I am inspired.
3 years ago
JonesyAndCrane says:
Oh I have a lot to think about! I want to make our beaded cuffs more accessible. The problem is, they take forever to make (like your great poms, Yoola), the design took ages to perfect, and they often use beads that are harder to find. Sometimes I even wonder if my photos are too good and "give up" the process. Especially because I'm not the best at exposure. But I love your take on it, Yoola, and it's great to see all these tutorials. I'm very inspired to stretch - Thanks, all!
3 years ago
lucywallis says:
All very helpful for a newbie! Thank you for sharing your struggle and your solutions. I wish you every success. Lucy
3 years ago
ArtFromTheHeartBySue says:
Thanks for such great advice...It goes to show how thinking "outside the box" lends itself to new opportunities!
3 years ago
autumntakesme says:
thank you for this very helpful article!
3 years ago
Wampum says:
Thank you. It is very helpful!!!
3 years ago
dreamspiralart says:
Great article! Thanks for sharing, Yoola. I like the way you broke it down so logically.
3 years ago
cappucinomix88 says:
this was great, thanks!
3 years ago
wynnemrabbits says:
So glad you took the time to help your fellow crafters with this great article on making the most of our etsy shop. I am so glad I found this before we opened the shop...because if we had failled we may have just left etsy as the rabbits already keep us very busy and usually in a 'hole', tee hee! Thank You...Yoola
3 years ago
arosha says:
Thanks for sharing! I found your article to be especially inspiring. It's all about thinking "outside the box"!
3 years ago
haannh says:
Worth reading over and over again!Very inspiring..
3 years ago
EllaLouisDesigns says:
Thank you! very useful article inspiried me to change my ideas about my etsy shop.
3 years ago
amyquerin says:
Sounds like great advice for those of us getting started!
3 years ago
JazzGreen says:
very informative, thank you for sharing...
3 years ago
mackieboo says:
Excellent article... thank you for your story!
3 years ago
snipandtuckdesigns says:
Thanks so much for the advice it is just a matter of thinking out of the square when it comes to your product, invaluable, thanks again
3 years ago
SeamusAshley says:
Thankyou for sharing, and spreading a positive and inspiring story !!
3 years ago
closet149 says:
thanks so much. i'm learning so much about selling on etsy thanks to generous bloggers like you.
3 years ago
momgen says:
wow this will help my store a lot...thanks for this one.
3 years ago
khakaridesigns says:
Thank you so much for the information. My jewelry shop is just up and running again and I really need to make money this summer since I am off work! I think I will start by working on a line of less expensive earrings to work into my higher priced items. THANKS!
3 years ago
BeyondUsual says:
A WELL TUTORIAL IN ITSELF. THANK YOU. AFTER ALL, AS MY BETTER HALF ALWAYS SAYS: "COMMON SENSE IS NOT SO COMMON". I LOVED HOW YOU APPLIED THE PROBLEM SOLVING TECHNIQUE FOR YOUR ISSUE. NOT EVERYONE CAN SEE AND THINK LIKE THAT. THANK YOU FOR SHARING IT WITH US.
3 years ago
ALICELETTS says:
definite food for though, many thanks
2 years ago
YasmeensCollection says:
After reading this, I'm going to offer more than childrens clothes. It's my passion, but it's very competetive . I just need to branch out. Thanks for the advice.
2 years ago
eclecticmoi says:
Thank you Yoola, you are such an amazing inspiration ♥
2 years ago
MyKreation says:
Thank you really helpful
2 years ago
sweetsmilesbaby says:
Thanks so much, just the info I was looking for.
2 years ago
BethanyOgle says:
Very inspiring, Thanks.
2 years ago
EmbellishYourself says:
I like the unique options you thought of. It's a reminder to think outside the box!
2 years ago
jenharruff says:
Wow, this was really a great article for a newbie like myself! Thanks for opening up my mind to new ideas.
2 years ago
dolliecs says:
I've been toying for some time with the idea of stretching my boundaries and as a result of reading your article, I've decided to spread my wings and take a leap of faith! I create a variety of jewelry designs, but what i strive for is a "signature" line. A line of jewelry that is very distinctive to buyers and lookers; i.e., when someone sees one of my designs, they can easily recognize it as a Dollie C's piece because it has that "signature Dollie C's look/style". So, thank you for sharing your informative article. I'm ready to s t r e t c h my creative direction dive into the deep end of the pool. Stay tuned!
2 years ago
Jackiegee says:
Very inspirational and helpful. I am new so this will be a big help for me. Thank you!
2 years ago
Shamamomma says:
Great idea! I was dappling with thius idea, but now that I have read this, I will design a kit for the holidays! thanks S
2 years ago
NanMoon says:
Very good article, it helped me think in a new way.
2 years ago
jewel359 says:
I never thought of this before reading your article, but it sounds interesting. I just have to figure out how to apply it to my shops. Thanks for the idea. You've given me much to think about.
2 years ago
FreZa says:
This is a great analysis, and it shows an open mind, and a generous soul. Good job! and thank you so much!
2 years ago
EcoInspired says:
Interesting and helpful. Thank you.
2 years ago
SmartGalDesigns says:
Wow! You just really opened up my mind. Thanks!
2 years ago
duchessdesigns says:
Thanks for the information, I need to apply it to my shop. Thank you so much for sharing.
2 years ago
etchingsnthings says:
As someone who has had low sales since I started this article is very helpful. Thanks for sharing!
2 years ago
missnatch says:
Inspiring! Thanks for sharing.
2 years ago
talchen says:
wonderful article!! I love you work! Thank you!
2 years ago
craftive says:
I love your shop and all your work.
2 years ago
roses4mary says:
Very nice, Yoola! Inspirational, think outside the box!
2 years ago
TutusChic says:
I think that when a challenge presents itself and one stays positive, the better idea comes along. I think you did that and set such an inspirational example! Thanks Yoola and Happy Holidays!
2 years ago
TomBjornDesigns says:
thank you! very inspiring!
2 years ago
elizabethsantry says:
thank you for an honest and detailed story of your success. its so wonderful to see more-experienced sellers give tips and suggestions in order to help the community. sometimes its easy to forget that we are all in this together....
2 years ago
rlmstudios says:
what a GREAT article! How do you think your ideas and strategies could translate to visual art! Plus Im brand new here! yea me!
2 years ago
NoisyButterfly says:
Very inspirational. Thank you.
2 years ago
NoisyButterfly says:
KooDoos!!
2 years ago
Chandeluse says:
Amazing and simple! Less work, less materials, more money! Great.
2 years ago
Simag says:
Wow... what a great article!!! Great job! I am so proud of you Yoola and happy for you and your success!בהצלחה וכל הכבוד I Love Pomegranates & the Pomegranate symbol meanings deal with abundance, fertility, lusciousness, generosity and union. Used in many cultures as a symbol of marraige, fertility, and love, the pomegranate with its leathery outer skin and its juicy, sweet interior is a symbol of encompassing bliss, reminiscent of passion and luxury. It is also a strongly feminine symbol, and is associated with female sexuality. When visions of pomegranates dance in our heads during a reading it is time to consider the power of our divine feminine side. The pomegranate is also a message for us to tap into the luxurious side of life - recognize the richness, abundance and wonder that surrounds us at every turn. It is also a sign of union with the divine as well as union with others. Happy New Year To You All!
2 years ago
VintageMarquise says:
awesome !! merci so much !!
2 years ago
myglamour says:
Great article!
2 years ago
sistersilver says:
So true. If we want to stay in the business, your advice is absolutely perfect. I hope folks take what you say seriously and look at their possibilities instead of limitations
2 years ago
dahlilafound says:
Good thinking! Trying always to come up with new ideas, angles, fresh items & hit on the afforadability question. Thank you, dahlila xxoo
2 years ago
kerrybeary says:
Very helpful! Thank you!!! Happy New Year~!
2 years ago
TrilliumStudios says:
Always great to get the insights of others. Thanks for the thought-provoking ideas, and Happy New Year!
2 years ago
ThatOldBlueHouse2 says:
Very nice article. It is important to analyze our shops/sales, and constructively try to improve upon our ideas. In college I had a project to do a window display for a fashion merchandising class..I did one using vintage hats called Mad Hatters! I got an A & my teacher said..."great idea, now expand on it"! I thought, Huh??? I did my best & I'm supposed to expand!! Years later I see what she meant!
2 years ago
cosmichippodesigns says:
Thanks for sharing your keen thought process. I love your Poms and the idea that you took them a couple of steps further impresses me. How to do this with handbags is another issue. But I'm going to stretch my brain to come up with a solution. Wishing you continued success!
2 years ago
SWANclothing says:
this is one of the best things i have read about growing my line in a while. it really astutely addresses walls you can hit. thank you very much.
2 years ago
kidgiddy says:
I have come to similar cross roads - I don't get as many views or in a many treasuries - but I'm also still new and can appreciate that. I am very much looking forward to expanding my business in 2010 to offer not only the PDF patterns but also unique kits! My products too are very time consuming. I can totally appreciate all of what Yoola has said here! Esp the time vs. cost factor. I can't really afford to cut my prices - so I'm all up for plan b...and c!!! Thanks Yoola!!! kg
2 years ago
atomicblue says:
I agree. Though my problem is keeping up! Take a subject, or concept, turn it on it's ear & stretch it in many different directions. You never know what will or won't take off unless you try!
2 years ago
shupg says:
great post, Yoola (love the poms!) I think I am having the same problem you had, lots of views/hearts & no sales. It'll definitely get my thinking for the new year. Thanks and have a great year ahead!
2 years ago
laantigua says:
Thank you for your great advice. Sometimes, we don't apply our creativity to our own thoughts, and you showed us how to expand our minds.
2 years ago
SommerDesigns says:
Great article and advice on how to think out of the box for increased exposure and sales. Thanks so much for sharing!
2 years ago
Emilynn says:
Thank you - I have a lot to learn from experience.
2 years ago
vixensnaturaljewelry says:
Very cool! I was thinking about sharing my wire wrapping tutorials for the New Year! Thanks!
2 years ago
monkeypuzzle says:
Excellent food for thought.....will be on my mind as I set into the new year...thanks!
2 years ago
TheNightjar says:
thanks for all of the info Yoola! This is very helpful to me and practical. My New Years resolution is to go over my shop with a fine tooth comb and your article helps motivate me Cheers and Happy New Year to all!
2 years ago
TimmerysBebeBling says:
THANKS for all the advise. I'm new on Etsy and appreciate all the help I can get. I will use your advise as I head into the new year. I will be working on thinking outside of the box!! Thanks again!!!
2 years ago
fuchsiabloomstudio says:
really helpful- I am in a similar situation and this will encourage me to think out of the box!
2 years ago
Yoola says:
Tank you all for the kind words, I'm glad to see my blog post get new audience almost a year after being originally published, everything is of course still relevant :) maybe its time to write part B to this article under "I could leave my day job"....... cheers everyone and happy new year.
2 years ago
benoitdesigns says:
Great ideas — thanks for the insight! I enjoyed reading it.
2 years ago
feltmeupdesigns says:
thanks for this yoola, great article, I have been thinking for a whole now about offering. Your article has really given me a lot to think about. Thanks mel
2 years ago
rakshniyavintage says:
awesome article! I guess though it's a little difficult to take into my own vintage field.. :)
2 years ago
HappyLifeStudio says:
Such a very helpful and uplifting article. The bottom line - stretching the boundaries could be used by anyone. And just makes you to think and try to figure out what are the flaws in your (my :-)shop. You had a very smart approach to resolving the problem. Thanks Evona
2 years ago
tracyschaal says:
This article makes a lot of sense and has got me thinking on what I can do for my shop. Now I have some new years resolutions because of you! :o) Thank so much and best wishes everyone for a prosperous and fab new year! xxo
2 years ago
JOANSGARDENS says:
Very thoughtful article...thank you, Joan
2 years ago
littlemuffinbottoms says:
Thanks so much for your article. You really made me think about what I could do differently in my own shop.
2 years ago
FoundryDesign says:
Thank you, Yoola, for such a good article. As a fairly new Etsy seller, I've enjoyed quite a bit of exposure for my designs, but modest sales. My sweaters are expensive -- also because of the time and workmanship involved -- and I have been searching for a way to communicate what photos often cannot. Sharing technique does seem scary at first, but also could allow many more people to enjoy what I've figured out on my own in terms of new ways to look at recycling knits. And for those who may read tutorials without intending to actually make the item (like vicariously cooking a meal while reading the recipe), we may win new customers.
2 years ago
mwc1artist says:
This is just what I needed. My shops and products are gorgeous (feedback) but sell poorly. I tried what you suggest with the tutorials but never thought of selling the tutorials from the shop. As a writer, tutorials are a natural for me. I'll have to give some thought as to how I can apply your ideas to my shops. Or how I can stretch my shops to incorporate your ideas. Thank you! Marian
2 years ago
PoppyTogs says:
I love this article!! Definitely a thought process we all need to go through! I LOVE new ideas, and of course thinking outside the box! Thank you!!
2 years ago
judygonzalez says:
Thank you so much for sharing your new found knowledge, I think it can transfer to different forms of art as well! I do think your poms are VERY cool and could translate well to a installation piece when you are ready to go in THAT direction!
2 years ago
reinaldovalentin says:
Wonderful, great idea, inspirational, and makes me think can I do this?
2 years ago
auntbethys says:
Yoola, what a generous and excellent many-faceted article. It is catalyst for much thought and growth. You pried open that little crack in my mind and let more sunshine/ideas flood in! I read the thread and see that what I feel is already stated by so many. I'm thrilled to be here and to learn from you all. Yoola, t h a n k y o u ! Beth
2 years ago
VintiqueLa says:
thanks for the inspiration.
2 years ago
annaaizic says:
great article!Thanks ...I was thinkung about tutorials myself...hmmmmm thanks anna
2 years ago
JuliaPeculiar says:
Very useful advice and an inspirational article. Thank you for sharing Yoola. Julia
2 years ago
decoratethediva says:
Happy New Year Yoola and thanks!!!
2 years ago
vintagerenewal says:
That was such fantastic brainstorming! Thank you for walking us through it with you. I have also been fortunate to have lots of great features on my furniture. I have been realizing that I need a smaller impulse item that people can purchase for a splash of color that's not a killer on the wallet. I've been wanting to do pillows for the longest time and just keep putting it on the back burner. You just re-inspired me to get started! Thanks Yoola. :-) Love your stuff!
2 years ago
satsumabug says:
This is fabulous! I think of myself as a good brainstormer, but I never even thought of analyzing the "great feedback, no sales" situation in that way. Thank you so much for sharing your ideas!! And I love the poms :)
2 years ago
knitsomestudio says:
I just opened my Etsy store and am very grateful for new ideas. Thank you for sharing!
2 years ago
lazyredcat says:
yes!! you forget to slap yourself in the face sometimes. thanks!!
2 years ago
taylorjaynefabric says:
A lot of great ideas. Thanks for the insight!!!
2 years ago
applenoggin says:
Very exciting! I agree that you have to constantly stretch your boundaries and thinking! Both on Etsy and in life! I have always thought about offering gift wrapping service in my shop. I never actually tried it because my entire life I've been a notoriously horrible gift wrapper. Well, yesterday and the day before I locked myself up in my house all day and night and practiced gift wrapping packages. Now I am a pro and I have a gift wrapping service listing in my shop as of today!!!
2 years ago
whizzbangle says:
great article - new year's is a good time to reflect too! thanks bj
2 years ago
TiffinyDesigns says:
You've given me a lot to think about! Thanks so much for your insights!
2 years ago
ArtisticIntentions says:
Very interesting! Thanks for sharing!
2 years ago
TreacherousDesires says:
Really great ideas!
2 years ago
kittybblove says:
Great article on thought process- very inspirational.
2 years ago
DanceInMyGarden says:
Thanks for sharing your story, one that has hit a chord with many by the looks of it. I am constantly thinking of ways to 'grow outside the box', and the different ways of doing this...I guess I just have to take that leap!
2 years ago
Crazy4Art says:
I think you are right on target! Very, very creative and inspriational. I am going to apply your concept to revamping my shop, which is having the same problems...Thank you so much for sharing your ideas!
2 years ago
cuteasabutton4baby says:
Congratulations on your success. I am new to the etsy community and I too find it kind of frustrating to have tons of views and no sales yet. For instance two of my items have over 40 views and may other items of mine have over 20 but no sales. The guessing game is killing me on trying to figure out why this is. Good luck with your continued success.
2 years ago
crystalglowdesign says:
Really great article! Very inspirational and gives me things to think about! I admire the way you tackled your problem!
2 years ago
UniquesewingBoutique says:
Since I'm very new to Etsy, all the info is so helpful, especially trying to think outside of the box makes a lot of sense, thank you everyone for the tips. A healthy and successful New Year to every one.
2 years ago
lynnatblueskies says:
Wow, I would imagine after seeing a tutorial one would want to just buy one all ready made. They are so pretty and SO intricate!! How did your sales improve after the tutorials? Lynn
2 years ago
ABoxForMyTreasure says:
What a great and inspiring article - thank you for sharing.
2 years ago
HandmadebyEmilyShop says:
Thanks for that, it was really informative. It's great to see your problem solving path, and creative yet practical solutions. Emily
2 years ago
Designare says:
Very interesting article, great craft.
2 years ago
vestedbeevintage says:
I definitely going to stretch stretch and stretch for 2010!!! love this blog post! Thank you so much!
2 years ago
artivicki says:
thanks for sharing new ways of getting noticed..sadly I buy more than I sell on etsy... love the crafts here especially the jewellery... got to stop ha!
2 years ago
PinkPerch says:
Yoola, I absolutely LOVE your work. So fun and unique! Thank you so much for sharing your story, it's been very inspiring! Lesley :)
2 years ago
have2paint says:
These ideas are very practical. You deserve your success. Good luck.
2 years ago
WishesAndSpells says:
This artigle was very insipiring! Thanks for sharing!
2 years ago
RuebiRetro says:
Great ideas! thanks!
2 years ago
JoannaBoyes says:
Wonderful article - you really helped me think about my work and where I need to diversify. I've got lots of new ideas I now need to start work on! Thanks so much.
2 years ago
Yayahandicraft says:
What a great article- great ideas, great inspiring and a lot or opportunities for us!!
2 years ago
sacredstonesngifts says:
Love this article, makes me wonder and think about my work and how I can make some changes. Thanks
2 years ago
sacredstonesngifts says:
I love this great article, makes me wonder and brainstorm as to what changes I can make. thanks
2 years ago
mercersdaughter says:
Thank you for the inspiration. I know I have to do something to stretch my talents/minds and sales!
2 years ago
YoyosAndMore says:
Thanks for the inspiration!! :) I've got some work to do.
2 years ago
TrashiqueBoutique says:
Thank you so much for sharing ur ideas with all of us. It is so great to be a part of such an awesome community, where others are just as happy to see all of us succeed instead of just self. I understand the reason for concern about sharing ur knowledge, hopefully no one will take advantage of ur generosity. I am very new to Etsy and have learned so much already from so many wonderful people. Thanks again, Billie
2 years ago
Gossamerart says:
The number of comments you have received just confirms how many artists on etsy are keen to improve their sales. Sometimes achieving sales is very daunting indeed. The amount of time, effort and creative energy that goes into our work is hard to comprehend. Not only do we have to be creative in the producing what we do best but then we have to be creative gathering information on how to get the product out there for the world to enjoy. Your attitude and ideas are great! Thanks for sharing them.
2 years ago
SolDelSur says:
I totally agree with Gossamerart. You are a very smart woman! stretch stretch stretch
2 years ago
papermellie says:
This is So fantastic. I recently began blogging (www.papermellie.typepad.com) and my hopes are to include tutorials with links to my shop. Thank you so much for sharing your ideas and this experience.
2 years ago
imaginehandcrafts says:
This was a great article. I always thought that if people knew how it was made and sometimes how long it takes to make our crafts that they would appreciate them so much more. I also was afraid of people copying but anytime they see my work they could do that. It's food for thought. By the way your work is fantastic!
2 years ago
LovelySunshine says:
Nice article :) Finally I got to read it.
2 years ago
noogal says:
Very inspiring!! I love the creativity of fellow sellers. Always in awe!
2 years ago
ClematisCrafts says:
I started listing in March...but so far very few views and no sales...I was just about to give up,,but after reading this, maybe I'll try a new approach. THANKYOU
2 years ago
stjern says:
A great articles with lost of advice. I use my FB and Flick for some more exposure. I am hoping it will create sales... Many thanks for your advice...
2 years ago
Petitecharm says:
Thanks for the advice. I could do with all the help I can get. Still waiting for my first sale
1 year ago
klosig says:
you gave me some ideas thank you.
1 year ago
nekoleh says:
Hola This is a great article filled with wonderful info. Thanks a billion!
1 year ago
KnotaGeek says:
This was so helpful! Thank you so much!
1 year ago
ladybug9753 says:
Thanks so much for your help!:)
1 year ago
seedal says:
So how did you share it? I have had 43 items on etsy for 2 months and not one sale. Id like to make a video and put it on you tube on how to make a flower my way. Is there a way to link your etsy shop to the video? or how did you share it??
163 days ago
diaszabo says:
Thanks for sharing.
136 days ago
Richard Lossing from mpwallets says:
very encouraging!
94 days ago
adrian aragones from aaragones says:
Interesting, thanks for sharing....
66 days ago
Lynda D'Souza from sparrowlyn says:
Sometimes you come across a story that just blows you away and this is one of them ! congratulations on stretching your boundaries and sharing your knowledge and tips with us! Its karma right - when you give - you always get back! good luck to your 2012!
34 days ago