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| Is anyone else ready to admit Etsy's just not working out for them? |
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curlysue says: |
DISCLAIMER: This is not a whingy, poor me I have no sales thread. Simply a discussion on whether Etsy has turned out like you had hoped or not.
So, I have been here almost 6 months and had a few sales. I am going to stick it out until Xmas but after that I think I'll let the shop die a natural death lol!
I think my items are unique enough, well priced, my shop is nicely set out and I have done all the things 'they' say you need to do ie blog, myspace, street teams, chat, promotions etc but all this time and energy is not yielding the results I had hoped.
Jewellery is SUCH a competitive category and there is so much talent here is difficult to stand out. I am realistic enough to know if my efforts are not paying off to move on gracefully kwim?
Anyway, Im interested in hearing from anyone else whos thinking along the same lines.
Oh and Im not bitter at all, I do well at markets and parties and I love Etsy, I will still be buying here thats for sure :P |
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Posted at 5:46 pm, October 28 2007 EST - Report this post
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sherryshanklin says: |
got to admit - i am going to stick it out through the christmas season as well and then make a decision.
i have sold 2 finished pieces - everything else has been materials. not that i mind selling materials - but for me, i wanted somewhere to sell my finished pieces |
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Posted at 5:53 pm, October 28 2007 EST - Report this post
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strumpfkunst says: |
I can only imagine the difficulties in selling jewelry here... so many sellers, you just get swamped!
Etsy has actually worked out better than I expected - I started selling here after setting up my Dawanda store, and no comparison... I would prefer selling on Dawanda (underdog and German), but I love shipping to the States. :) |
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Posted at 6:21 pm, October 28 2007 EST - Report this post
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SUGARFOOT says: |
Jewelry would be tough! I am not a jewelry girl and don't even look at shops that sell it. But there are tons of talented one of a kind high quality jewelry crafters on etsy.
It has worked for me. I came from FEEBAY and am so glad I have found this site! |
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Posted at 6:24 pm, October 28 2007 EST - Report this post
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MrsDragon says: |
I think everyone has to find what works for them. Etsy may not be the right venue for you. (Although yay for still shopping here! ; )
Personally, I've been happy with my level of sales on Etsy for the most part. If my etsy shop really took off, it would be very difficult for me to manage. |
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Posted at 6:25 pm, October 28 2007 EST - Report this post
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craftsfromtheheart says: |
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I have had to spread out to different venues but I think in general sales in U.S. are done in all retail venues. |
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Posted at 6:26 pm, October 28 2007 EST - Report this post
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SUGARFOOT says: |
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No doubt MrsDragon! I feel as if I am doing as well as I can just keeping my shop full. Working full time and kids at home its tough! |
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Posted at 6:26 pm, October 28 2007 EST - Report this post
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jadelaine says: |
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if i had 50 bucks to drop, i'd totally buy that turquoise flower necklace. you have great things. |
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Posted at 6:26 pm, October 28 2007 EST - Report this post
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fabricfarrago says: |
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yes, jewelry is very crowded... I only keep my jewelry shop open because my mom wants me to actually :) I have tons of beads sitting around, and I'll probably just make items for myself! |
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Posted at 6:27 pm, October 28 2007 EST - Report this post
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