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| The Ultimate Newbie Guide - 1 year anniversary edition |
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sagittariusgallery says: |
The Newbie Guide is a year old! Help keep it alive and give it a little nudge. Some info has been added, some subtracted. You get the idea.
As always, we want this to stay in the forefront to offer as much help as it possibly can - so bump this up whenever you see it slipping. Thanks, and welcome newbies!!!!
Please note due to the length of the guide I have been forced to split it into 3 different posts in this one thread.
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YOU CAN SEARCH THROUGH THIS GUIDE!!!
--- FIREFOX --- You can search for keywords in this guide by pressing Ctrl+F and typing the keyword in at the bottom of the browser You can have it highlight the word you're searching for. Then press the enter key to see every instance of the keyword used in the guide :)
---INTERNET EXPLORER and SAFARI --- Same as above, however the box will be a pop up, floating box on the page.
--- APPLE --- Use Apple+F for the same results.
°`°`°º¤ø,¸¸,ø¤º° TABLE OF CONTENTS °º¤ø,¸¸,ø¤º°`°`°
You can use the above method to search for the topics below without scrolling - Just follow the instructions above and copy and paste one of the topics below into the "find" box and it will highlight the topic for easy access.
►4 Most important things ►Trading
►Newbie help ►Feedback
►Setting up shop ►Convos
►Profile Help ►Spell Check?
►Photo Help ►Forum Questions
►Selling ►Helpful Forum Threads for reference
►Selling tips and tricks ►Hearts
►Participate in sales via the forum! ►Treasury
►Promote your shop and Etsy! ►Showcases
►Street Teams ►Alchemy
►Featured Seller ►Time Machine
►Packaging your items for shipment ►Copyrights
►General Shipping ►What is....?
►Shipping Internationally ►Etsy Chat
►Paypal ►Troubleshooting
►Paying Etsy Bill ►Technical
►Buying ►Other
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Posted at 11:05 am, April 23 2008 EST - Report this post
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sagittariusgallery says: |
---> Continued from first post <---
►Below are 5 of the most important things you will find in this guide!!! Please check them out before going anywhere else!!! You won't regret it.
Etsy Wiki - http://www.etsywiki.com
Etsy Do's and Don'ts - http://www.etsy.com/dosdonts.php
Etsy FAQ - http://www.etsy.com/faq.php
The Storque - Etsy run web zine chock full of tips and news by Etsy admin and Etsy users. - http://www.etsy.com/storque/
**Please remember vintage (items over 20 years old) and supplies (both commercial and handmade) are welcome on Etsy.**
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►Newbie help -
***LooseWireStudio shares her cheat sheet for Forum Helping*** - http://loosewirestudio.blogspot.com/2005/02/faqs.html
An OUTLINE TO SELF-CRITIQUE YOUR SHOP (brought to you by Egilpatr) - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5458880&page=17
HOW TO: guide to Surviving Etsy (created by CagedBirdSings) - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5231498
*Unofficial Etsy Mentors - Updated 9/2007 by tashamck - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5216323
Unofficial Etsy Mentor List - free help for Newbies! - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5047128
Newbie tips compiled by CavanaghCraft - great for starting out - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5021995
Newbies. Here's why you're not selling yet (created by scarlettcat) - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5215453&page=1
The Newbie's Guide To Etsy Chat (created by Duet) - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5215562
What does Etsy stand for??? Read at your own risk hehe - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5108044
Ultimate Craft Guide by LittleLovables - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5453881
Etsy sourcebook of suppliers compiled by SixthandElm - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5077902
Best kept supply secrets compiled by EtsyLabs and conrtibuted by the community - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5185116&page=1
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►Setting up shop -
How to make a banner without a fancy program - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5106326
How do I upload a banner? (banner help) - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5153443
Why is my banner blurry? http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5114598
I want to open 2 shops, can I put them both on the same credit card? - Yes :)
Can a username be changed? - No, not without opening a completely new shop.
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►Profile Help -
How do I set my location on the Geolocator? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5215815
Can I change my avatar? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5102835
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►Photo Help
How to save images for web in photoshop tutorial (by jellibat) - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5235748
How to improve your photos (from Etsy admin. HeyMichelle) - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5169829
How-to: Fixing photos that are too dark (from Etsy admin. HeyMichelle) - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5281736
Taking good close-up pics - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5117177 and http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5114072
How to save images for web in photoshop tutorial (by jellibat) - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5235748
Eliminating backgrounds through GIMP photo program - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5210409
Do you need Help with anything Photo -Digital related - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5205026
How to Watermark Your Images - http://www.geocities.com/haylers/watermarktutorial.html
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►Selling -
Advice on pricing, packaging & MORE! - from admin. Stellaloella - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5271289
Saving a listing to post later, a tutorial. (Created by littleputbooks) - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5147546
How long before I make a sale? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5023196&page=1
How do I tell if I have been paid? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5114778
How long do I wait for payment? - "Most buyers will pay right away, especially if paying via PayPal. There is a 3-day grace period for submitting payment by other payment methods (money order, check, etc). The buyer notifying the seller that the "check is in the mail" (so to speak) within the 3 days is sufficient." - (Etsy Do's and Don'ts)
Can someone do a partial paypal payment? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5106724&page=2
How do i add a different form of credit card payment besides paypal? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5109980
How do I change the prices of my items for sale? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5117161
Can I change the payment method for just one listing? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5115257
How do I renew an item in my shop? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5114127
How do I reserve something for someone in particular? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5107116
"Illegal characters"? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5112730
How do I indicate I am going on vacation? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5112621
What is the secondary shipping cost? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5111756
How do I find out how many people have viewed my shop? - This function no longer exists. Some have brought it up in the ideas section to bring it back - perhaps you'd like to add your name to it, Admin. considers all suggestions. http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5114177
How do I cancel a sale? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5101379
How do I add my items to sections in my shop? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5100441
Should I email previous buyers with sales and specials? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5116122
Custom orders - to make or not to make? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=41342
Thoughts on accepting personal checks - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5111907
What is a Certified Cheque? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5154701
Is it possible to search for the sale price of an item? - No. Due to buyer privacy concerns sale prices of items have been hidden.
What do I do with my shop if I go on vacation or close for the holidays? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5492032
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►Selling tips and tricks -
Shop makeover series from the Storque - http://www.etsy.com/storque/section/howTos/article/shop-makeover-series-the-fine-print/919/
Tips for brand new sellers (brought to you by Analiese) - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5035509
Biblical Business Principals For Your Etsy Shop (from JJMFinance) - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5395414&page=1
Tips on HOW TO HIT 100 SALES! (brought to you by blissbyheather) - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5112928
Tips for sellers from a buyers perspective - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=39790
I'm doing everything I can and still, little to no sales - what to do? - http://www.etsywiki.com/index.php?title=SUCCESSFUL_SELLING_ON_ETSY
How artists and crafters can make more money - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5331015
Thank your customers for their purchase! - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5109599
Advertising Ideas! Brought to you by cocoapod - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=4505
More ways to advertise your shop - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=9230
Personal safety tips for online sellers from kateblack - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=38575
Online Safety When you purchase a Domain Name - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5211972
Tips for selling your work wholesale (compiled by littleputbooks) - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5211111
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►Participate in sales via the forum!
Revised FAQ about the Saturday Night Specials (SNS) Promotions thread by willowglass - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5052160
Q: What's the deal with Friday Happy Hour™? by kateblack - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5027195
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►Promote your shop and Etsy!
Promote on Myspace - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5327996
Promote on Flickr - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5284133
How to use flickr to get exposure for your etsy shop (by dottyral) - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5284133
Promote on Etsylove - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5190804
Promote on Facebook! - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5195047
Promote on Craftzooka (created by enchantedwhimsies) - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5209614
Promote on Indiepublic! - http://www.indiepublic.com/
Promote Etsy with banners! - http://team.etsy.com/?page_id=31
See what people are searching for to get to your shop (helps with advertising and marketting) - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5244220
Is it ok to contact people who heart me about sales? NO! It's considered spam.
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►Street Teams -
What is a Street Team? - http://www.etsywiki.com/index.php?title=Street_Teams
A complete list of Street Teams - http://team.etsy.com/teams.html
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►Featured Seller - http://www.etsy.com/faq_selling.php#featuredSellers
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►Packaging your items for shipment -
Packaging tips - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5210961
How to package Bath and Body products - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5212307
How to package artwork - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5210384 and http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5208764
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►General Shipping -
Scanning and Shipping Made Easy - A tuturial complete with screenshots and step by step process by ThePaintedTiger - http://www.etsy.com/storque/section/howTos/article/scanning-and-shipping-made-easy/224/
Suggestions for low cost packages/shipping - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5110841
Shipping rates chart for new USPS rates (as of 5/14/07) - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5116528
Post office tips - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5110870
Scales for shipping - what kind and where to get them - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5209250
Shipping with Paypal - label question - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5208893
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►Shipping internationally -
*Setting up International Shipping in 5.3 steps (for US Sellers) -http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5193940
Reasons to ship internationally - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5109150&page=1
International Shipping Advice - Feel Free to add to it! - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5217857
How Do You Ship to Other Countries? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5107999
International shipping preferences - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5116879&page=1
International shipping tips - http://etsywiki.com/index.php?title=International_Shipping
Have CUSTOMS / DOUANE / ZOLL questions? Read here! - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5193320
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►Paypal -
How you can pay with Credit card through paypal. (with screen shots and step by step info) compiled by NatureAutumn - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5270327
How do I create an invoice (revised or regular) through paypal? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5115981 and http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5113649
How much does paypal charge in fees? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5116962
Paypal -- e-checks - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5098927&page=1
Paypal customer service phone number - For general PayPal account inquiries, please call toll-free at:
1-888-221-1161
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►Paying Etsy Bill -
How do I pay my fees on Etsy? - http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5152778
Can I pay my Etsy bill with Paypal? - Not at this time - unless you have a Paypal debit card. http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5114354
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Posted at 11:05 am, April 23 2008 EST - Report this post
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SmileMoon says: |
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Now, THAT's a lot of information. I hope you don't mind if I wait til I can sit down and digest it all later... |
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Posted at 11:12 am, April 23 2008 EST - Report this post
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BeaG says: |
Yay, congrats on the one year anniversary of the most helpful thread on the Etsy forums.
You are wonderful!
BeaG |
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Posted at 11:20 am, April 23 2008 EST - Report this post
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sagittariusgallery says: |
Thanks BeaG! I wanna say you and Loosewire are seriously fabulous help 'round these parts and you guys are just wonderful too!! Thanks for all the help in keeping the Guides alive, it's truly appreciated!!
Here's to helping others :) |
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Posted at 11:27 am, April 23 2008 EST - Report this post
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sidquilts says: |
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This is such valuable stuff. I only had time to look at a couple and learned so much already! THANKS, Sagg (can I call you that?) :) |
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Posted at 11:30 am, April 23 2008 EST - Report this post
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