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Published on November 21, 2008 in How-To |
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This installment of the Etsy Shop Makeover Series brings you to an important step: now that your shop is fit for public consumption, you gotta spread the word! Daniellexo gives you some tips on social networking and grassroots marketing. (Note: This post was originally published on January 28, 2008, but we've updated and revamped it for the coming year!)
I started on Etsy with blurry pictures and no idea how to run a successful shop. It took a year to make it to the now extinct Top Sellers list, but I did it. I spent roughly 10 hours a day learning about photography, d.i.y. marketing, the right time to list and renew and the other ins and outs of a successful Etsy shop. My first boost of sales came when I was mentioned in a rather popular blog. How did this happen? Not by accident. It took a lot of work. Read on to hear my formula for pimping your shop and getting sales.
Social Networking
Above: NeaWear tastefully "pimps" her shop on Facebook
Sure, you can spend a $1,000 on a tiny, tiny magazine ad. But, unfortunately, you can't click a magazine ad. I'm not saying they aren't good for building a brand, but it takes a lot of work to get a shopper from a magazine to their computer and then to your Etsy shop. I would work on your online presence instead if you are just starting out.
Where to start? First make sure your shop is focused. You need a target market; if you have a shop that's all over the map it will much harder to find your customers. Stick to a demographic, ie. teenage girls, new mothers or hipsters. Of course you can welcome all buyers, but it's easier to market with someone specific in mind.
Now what? Surf around and get familiar with the sites I link to in the rest of this article. Which ones look like the most fun to you? Sign up for those and test them out! When signing up, I suggest using your Etsy username and keeping all your accounts cohesive. You'll be easier to find that way. Now have a look at how much time you have per week. If you have a few extra hours a week, then focus on one or two social networking websites like Facebook, Twitter and Myspace.
Now don't get overwhelmed. Check out these sites and see which ones look the best for your market. It's better to have a few accounts on these sites and stake your own little area of the site instead of spreading yourself too thin. You want to build up your online presence with these tools. Make your accounts attractive to people browsing. The trick is to keep it fun, for you and your followers! Don't just post photos of your products that people can already find in your Etsy shop. Make sure you show them a bit about the maker behind the curtain; describe your process, your studio, your favorites, etc. Talk up your Etsy buddies too — share the love!
Social Networking Sites:
Facebook
Myspace
Virb
Twitter
Social Shopping & Bookmarking
Above: TomokoTahara socially shops on ThisNext, mixing her items with other great finds!
Sharing your picks with others through accounts on social shopping and bookmarking sites can be a great way to promote buying handmade. Make sure you mix promoting your own work with other great finds! Link to your accounts on your blog and in your shop profile.
Social Shopping Sites:
ThisNext
Stylehive
Stylefeeder
Kaboodle
Wishpot
Zebo
Social Bookmarking Sites:
Digg
Squidoo
StumbleUpon
Wists
Magnolia
del.icio.us
Photo Sharing
Above: mLee uses Flickr like a photo journal. I love how her Flickr account is organized into sets.
Flickr is a great site for telling your story through photos. Buyers can start to connect with the maker this way. Showing your family life, process, studios, pets, and more can remind your buyers and friends that there is a real artist behind the work in your Etsy shop! This gives your work an intrinsic value and authenticity you just can't get with a mass produced item!
Blogging
Above: the {NewNew} Team all works together to maintain their well read blog. If you don't have time to regularly update your own blog, sharing the workload by creating a Team blog is a great idea!
A blog is an online journal that your readers can subscribe to in order to learn more about your work, process and life. I would recommend Blogger.com to get started. It's pretty easy to set up. Just like the social networking sites, you want to make your blog interesting and fun. Show your readers a bit about your life, your process, things you've purchased, places you've been, etc. Join the Etsy blog ring once you get going! I started a shopping blog, Gold School. I still have about 50 readers a day. I show them items I like that are reasonably priced (90% Etsy items by the way). I also have a link in my blog to my Etsy shop. That way, my faithful readers might think, "Wow. I like this gal's taste! I wonder what she makes?"
Above: PearsonMaron's Twitter always makes me smile!
Don't have time for blogging? How about micro-blogging? Twitter.com asks one question: 'What are you doing?' Answers must be under 140 characters in length and can be sent via mobile texting, instant message, or the web. You can follow your contacts and gather followers. It's fun and addicting! Make sure you aren't just blogging about your work though — like usual, keep it interesting and fun! (Like PearsonMaron's tweets above!)
More sites to check out:
Niche Networking:
Ravelry (knit & crochet)
Designs To Love
DeviantArt (fine art)
Craftster.org (crafting)
DIYscene (D.I.Y. & alternative crafting)
BurdaStyle (sewing)
Skill Sharing:
Instructibles
Thingiverse
Now get down a little routine.
Perhaps when you wake up you take a few pictures and upload them to Flickr. Then you blog about your strange dreams. Then you add a new item to Etsy and send it to all your social shopping sites. (Tip: Send your favorites to these social shopping and bookmarking sites too! If it's obvious you are just trying to pimp yourself people won't come back to see what else you've added.) Before bed work on your Myspace, perhaps.
From here you'll start collecting like minded social shoppers and perhaps you've bumped into a few blogs you like. Good! Bookmark those. You're going to need them. Find a day to yourself. Lock yourself up with some coffee and get motivated. Today you're going to get into a blog! It's cold-calling time.
I'm not going to list any blogs here for fear of 1,000 Etsy sellers contacting the same ones over and over. The trick is to find the blogs your potential shoppers read. Keep your target market in mind. Start with the smaller ones to build up your confidence. Find the bloggers email and really inspect it. What do they value most in the items they feature? How can you pitch your items in a way that would interest them and their readers? Make each email personal and specific to the blog you are writing to. Bloggers can smell a mass email a mile away. And it's not a nice smell. Oh, one more thing: don't just send them a link to your shop. Find the BEST item in your shop (and make sure its a nice clear photograph). Include a little something interesting about this item, how you made it, or about yourself. Make it easy for the blogger if they did choose to blog about your work. Send out as many of these are you can. If you don't get a response or only get one or two do not take it personally. Shopping bloggers get tons of unsolicited items sent to them. Start collecting another set of blogs to write to and have another stab at it.
Here's a sample letter:
Dear Gold School Creator,
I've been reading your blog for a few weeks now and I really love your finds (especially the weiner dog special last week!). They are all really fresh (and cheap)!
I'm writing because I think my work would interest your readers. Here's a link to my most popular item. I started making these when I broke my leg last summer and was immobile. I was so bored watching soaps all day so I decided to start embroidering these Soap Star Hankies.
Thanks for your blog and for supporting independant artist like me!
Happy Holidays,
Sally the Soap Star Hanky Maker
Keep these emails short, sweet, personalized and fun.
Getting Seen on Etsy
Above: ThePeachTree makes some gorgeous Front Page worthy Treasuries. And when these happen to land on the Front Page of Etsy, a link to her shop (just above the items) also gets a little bit of Front Page action!
Here are a few ways to pimp your shop on Etsy:
- Make a treasury. I know it's not always easy getting a treasury, but try anyway. Set a timer for the next time a batch of them are about to expire and POUNCE! Keep your favorite items bookmarked and try to create a visually pleasing mix of goods. If you make a great treasury people will be interested in what you are doing in your own shop!
- Renew. If you have the budget to renew once or twice a day (or more if you have lots of items in your shop) then I would really suggest it. It keeps you fresh in your category and puts it above other items that were listed before it on Etsy. Try different time of the day as well — I used to wake up in the middle of the night to renew!
(edit 1/30/09- Please note that relisting or renewing will place it above previously listed items on the site, but does not guarantee that it will show up on the front page ticker or in Time Machine 1 or Time Machine 2) - Use your shop name as a tag in your item listings. That way if someone comes to the site and searches for you but mistakenly doesn't change the search drop-down menu to "seller" — your work will still pop up. Also use your shop name in your listings. The more the name of your shop is used on the internet, the more likely it is to come up in a web search.
- Forums. Be helpful on the forums. Sure you can also post in the promotions section but you are more likely to be seen in Site Help giving some advice to a newbie. And make sure your avatar is interesting and clear so people will want to check out your shop!
- Pitch an article to the Storque here. What are you the most passionate about? Can you write about your process? About your local craft scene? A review on a great sewing machine you just purchased? Let the Storque editors know why this would be a great article, who would be interested in it and why you should be the one to write it.
- Comment on Storque articles that you really like. I'm not suggesting to comment on every article. Just those that really call to you. Leave a thoughtful comment and others will see your avatar and might just have a peek at your shop!
- Attend Virtual Labs events. They are fun and informative (ok maybe I am a little biased). But they are a great place to connect with the Etsy community and get seen as an active member.
- Join an Etsy Team. Of course, don't just join a Team to promote yourself. Join one to bond with other Etsy members and to help each other promote your work and Etsy together!
Troubleshooting
So you've done all this and aren't getting the kind of response you would like? Here are a few things you can do now:
- Hire a photographer. This could even be someone who is technically savvy in your family that has a nice camera. Get them to take some pictures for you and give you some tips on working with your own digital camera.
- Attend the Etsy Labs critiques and workshops. (Usually every Wednesday and Friday — see the Storque's Online Workshops featured column for times.) You can really pick up some great tips at the critiques and workshops.
- Ask a seasoned shopper for advice. Don't be too shy or sensitive! Ask them for their most honest opinion.
- Try something new! Keep your shop fresh and dip into another category. Perhaps you'll find a technique or craft you may like even more. Think about a niche or need that may not be met yet on Etsy.
Whew. I hope that helps you and your shop in 2009. If you have any further suggestions for marketing your shop, let everyone know by commenting below! For further questions about selling, check out The Etsy Seller Handbook and the Shop Makeover Series.
[October 5, 2009 UPDATE: We have to close comments here because there are so many, it's slowing down the load of the page!]
| Tags | blogging, DIY PR, HOW-TO, marketing, promoting, Seller Handbook, selling, Shop Makeover Series, social networking, social shopping, Your Shop 101 |
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Born2BeeWild
Thanks for all the advise! I will try them out asap. ETSY ROCKS!!! ;)
heidiburton
Fantastic and very useful article, thanks! I haven't heard of some of those sites but will check them out. This is how my day goes: Etsy, Flickr, Blogger, Myspace, Facebook, Etsy, Flickr, Blogger.. etc. hehe. I wonder what outdoors looks like this time of year...
boygirlparty
so many great suggestions!! i'd beware of seeing getcrafty or craftster as social networking though -- i think your shop could easily get blacklisted by fellow crafters for 'spamming' what are supposed to be community message boards.
perhaps indiepublic.com and myspace.com are better suited for that category?
smashgirl
Snitterdog
This is a really helpful article-- thank you so much! I'm kind of new here, and am trying to figure out how to get my work "out there." Great ideas-- I'll be looking into your suggestions :)
beeskneesindustries
Really wonderful article! I liked the suggestion of putting our shop names as one of the tags for our items, but I just tried it, and my name is too long. Any advice for that? (Other than an attempt to be less verbose...)
minkeeprints
This is just what I needed to read, I'm totally new here so this is incredibly helpful, thanks!
pixieblossoms
Great article. There are sites that I did not even know...hope to find some time to participate in some of them!!!!
Thanks!
sycamorestreetpress
KreatedbyKarina
daniellexo
thanks everyone! beeskneesindustries - perhaps you can just put in "beesknees" as a tag?
joannetracydesigns
CrowbirdieBeads
Thanks! I just started on here and was wondering if MySpace was a good marketing tool. Already have it, just have to - um - make it a little less personal? Can't wait to try MOO either...
kimbuktu
Really enjoyed this article. Very practical things I can do right now. Thanks!
prisma
Wonderful article! Was a bit suprised that there wasn't much on networking within Etsy.. but still great, nonetheless!
There is an error, by the way, the ThisNext link sends you to the Stylefeeder site!
mostlylemon
oh wow, this article helped so much. i will definitely be referencing it in the future. now if only i can quit being so nervous about opening shop! haha
ColorOfDawnCreations
Absolutely wonderful article. Lots of great and useful information in one cozy little spot. THANKS!
selflesh
pinkmilkvintage
Really helpful in and useful links list. Hard to market that much when you work full time sadly :(
customadornments
You are the Bomb, daniellexo!
I changed my avatar when I got home the day I found your article and I just spent today creating a blog and signing up for inclusion in the ring. It took a lot of time and I understand how some would be reluctant to make the effort - maybe even losing sleep - to set it up.
I also have a physical boutique/art gallery I run alone and, even though my free time is valuable and kinda short, I'm going to try to do at least 3 more things for marketing my Etsy shop on your list - which is great and had stuff I didn't know about on it - (hopefully) figuring out at least one a week until such time as I have to go back to my most of the year 6-7 day work week, in March.
Thanks for taking the time to write the article and, hopefully, I'll be able to put something just as useful (especially to newbies such as myself) up there as well some day!
Karmacrochet
eliwill
i am working my way through the shop makeover series and very thankful for all the help!!!
SewMuchDetail
Danielle
Your information is always sew helpful. I bookmarked and printed this. I need to get going on Flikr and this pushed me closer. Thank you again for taking the time to do this for us!
SusyJack
Thank you! I'll be looking into making some of these improvements. Also, I wanted to mention sk*rt as a really great networking site...they are more oriented towards women and moms, so that might be a good connection for some sellers here. : )
CurlyQOnline
This article was just what I needed to read at this very moment. Thanks for filling it with so much information, you've saved me hours of research time. I work full time and find I am often too busy to artfully maintain a blogging site. I have a friend who has a site on Flickr and she's told me that the moment I'm not so busy I should create a site there as well. When she opened her Etsy shop not too long ago having contacts on Flickr helped her immensely and she sold out immediately. At this time I'm more interested in marketing through Etsy directly and I do wish there were more options available that weren't so hard to break into. I guess I'll just have to try pouncing for a treasury and I'm definitely going to add my name to my items, that's a great idea that never occurred to me before. Thanks for taking the time to research and write this article, what a help!
alkemystic88
Thanks. The article left me inspired to know that I am doing a couple of things right and that a year is a realistic goal.
I don't like it either when sellers leave a big add on my comments.
DHCustomJewelry
Hello! Thanks so much for all the helpful info! It is great to find some guidance, especially when you first start out and it's all a little overwhelming. Thank you for taking the time to try and help us all!
"Dragon Heart"
dcdesigns
This is a topic that has always been a bit of a mystery to me. People often say sign up on myspace, get a flickr, blog, etc. I've got that and more but I've yet to give it such a systematic approach as you laid out. Thanks for shedding some light on this important and rarely discussed in such detail topic.
waisze
This article was really helpful, thanks so much for posting and spreading your wealth of knowledge!
panyizsuzsi
Thanks Daniellexo! This was a reattry clear and great help what to do, for gettig a good start here!
heronkate
Thanks for all the great tips ! I'm learning a lot about what I can do with my computer as I get started on Etsy. I am amazed at myself for actually figuring out how to make a banner. Next I'm going to check out Myspace, and bookmark your article for the next steps.
melberry4
Talk about losing sleep, I don't think I've lost this much since the birth of my 4th child! But I know it will pay off in the long run, especially when you are as passionate about what you do as we all are. It is a priveledge to network w/ such like-minded, creative and motivated people and I'm looking forward to making many new friends and customers this year! Thanks so much for your insightful input! I have so much work to do :)
JoelleDolceBebe
THANK YOU!!!Daniellexo ~ Thank you so much for your time & dedication & all the wonderful advice & info.
Im saving to another one of my ETSY files.
So much to read & learn.
I have 5 girls. only one at home all day but they are still all little & BUSY! so its great to find other moms here trying to balance & find HOPE in all this.
Thank you ALL for the inspiration &your own stories/tips & trials etc...
theres hope & success to follow with people like you Daniellexo!
Your helping so many reach their dreams!
PEACE! XO
missbubbles
This is a very useful article. I have to say, the marketing idea perspective is really impressive. Thank you for the tips and keep on writing as you have a gift (even if a foreighn journalist can notice it, it's true!).
mayauhome
abitabite
I don't know how i missed this article... and after i requested it to
*hangs head*
Thanks Danielle!! ♥ XO
blossomnbird
Fantastic article...just what i needed right now ...this is my project for the week!
blackbird72
great article! i'm listed in myspace and i have a blog as well as other sites, but i'll go to the others that you suggested :)
TwistedDesigns
Thanks so much for the article, it's really helpful. Now I'm off to work on my photos.
MakeCraftNotWar
This is a great article! Wonderful advice - Thank you!! You have inspired me.
noblethreads
OMG!!! I have been needing this article so bad. My shop is getting a total facelift this month...thanks so much for the inspiration!
amyolsonjewelry
i just stumbled across this article and wow, it was so helpful and motivating! i tend to find promoting time-consuming and exhausting, but i am so inspired to go and do it again. i thought your advice on creating a schedule for doing all this was really great. thank you so much!
babypeasandcarrots
Thanks a ton for this article. I definitely learned a few things that I know will be helpful!
DistressingDelilah
Nice article! I have myspace, flickr, and two blogs, facebook..but plan to check those other sites out too!
honeybeescraps
Thank you so much. Your advice helped me, a newbie, out quite a bit :) Awesome!!!
FabricoLifeMarketing
Thank you so much! I felt so clueless entering into this new realm and you have cleared some of the clouds away! Thank you sooo much!
YurimiPress
Awesome! You're great! Thanks for sharing. My shop sure needs lots of help. I will start working on it now. I really appreciate any suggestions and advise.
catoricrafts
Very usefull article, I'm ready to go and fix all the mistakes I have made so far:)
lncgreetings
thanks soo much for the helpful advice-- ive already started applying it!! :) hope to see you in the etsylabs soon, daniellexo!
<3,
-L.
Bonnie1025
Thanks for all the tips ... I will start doing some of them as soon as possible. Have a great day!
boobadolls
earthapology
I'm a newbie feeling confused and overwhelmed--I've been listed for 2 weeks and notta. Now I know what I need to do to go pimping--my shop that is :)
Thanks!
EssemDesign
Thx!! I am always looking for ways to better my shop! Etsy has GREAT articles!
tabotha
Thanks for you time and energy in writing this article, you suggestions I have found very interesting and helpful.
I shall look forward to working on improving my shop.
threadedsmiles
Thanks for your hard work and looking to help out fellow etsians succeed.
h1dntr3zurz67
thanks for a gr8 article and helpful hints. I will be busy for a few days now. thanks again
tonyaomps
great info! I am going to try some of these tips and hopefully I will get my first sell!
ROKJEWELRY
NaturalAmber
What I love most about this site is how helpful everyone really is, and how important it seems to be to others to make other fellow crafters succesful. I really am excited about the social networking sites, and feel its afabulous idea to really get yourself out there. I started looking for reputable blog sites and I am going to check out blogger.com. I have already been looking into livespace and wordpress. Thank you so much for your tips. I am excited about learning, growing, and one day returning the favor when I am seasoned.
APhoenixRises
Thanks that was really helpful. I will try these suggetions ASAP!
tuttobellisimo
Great advise, I love Etsy but have found myself frustrated trying to get a showcase or treasury just to get my stuff seen. I am going to take new photos today!!!!
amoebasandzebras
Oh my, this is all so overwhelming! Great article though and it will help get me focused on a plan of action. Thanks so much!!!
sweetpunks
Wow, now if i can only dedicate myself to all these helpful measures. Great ideas! I needed a strong foundation to work from.
spoiledrockin
wow!...great info, it's late now, but I'm gonna start working on all this in the morning, thanks so much!
designsbypriscilla
Thank you for all the great advice. Going to start right now applying what I have learned here.
Thanks so much.
Designsbypriscilla
WrenWillow
this is such a wonderfully written and laid out article.
You make selling successfully on Etsy seem easy! (aside from middle of the night renewals)
thanks!
jewelrybyreshell
SpiritMama
cms36451
AgJewelryDesign
fishstique
This is a fantastic article, I am actually sitting here taking notes from it! With a pen and paper and EVERYTHING!
jeanpatchbymk
I'm going to put all this into practice. Thanks so much, just what I needed.
artsizzles
The article was great and chocked full of wonderful advise!
I am guilty of not adding product to my shop on daily due to the hassle of having to photograph my glass products.
Reading all these articles from everyone gives me hope that I too will become another success story.
I am working to change my descriptions and make my product my desirable.
Thanks once again!
Alane Gray
Art Glass Artist
San Diego
chocolatebandb
wow...thanks so much for the advice.. im a newbie and i need all the help i can get!
picklepea
I've been looking for an article like this for ages!! thanks so much! :D
albertaalberta
wow, thank you so much for such a thorough article! i'm excited to start using the recommended links for networking and promo. thanks for making etsy so user friendly and community minded!
pulci
manGoavocaDo
mpaperarts
crochetedmagic
CoolSunshine
matouenpeluche
Arctida
DebsDetails
HeyChica
Thanks for the great article, I knew about some of these sites but there were some I hadn't heard of yet. Now I just have to find some extra time in my day!
sephshug
BeadinBabe
isabellawhitney
flauntitmaternity
KrazyFashion
kerricakes
angelarbp
Great ideas! Now I just need the time to follow through on them!
batfineart
IllyriaPottery
Wow, I hardly know where to start! Thank you very much! So, do you recommend only having one or two types of things in your etsy shop? Maybe I need to simplify.
PDXfabricdeli
Thanks for the tips, brought on a whole new perspective.
I need to get crackin.
rheedunn
thanks for the advice, I am going to try some of the marketing ideas you suggested. I have noticed that the more interesting your photos are, the more traffic you seem to get to your site!! thanks again!!
UrbanAdornments
artfactorydesign
HeartfeltCreations08
bugbitesplayfood
MiniatureRhino
this is crazy helpful to someone like me who wants to do more but has limited time
DoOver
Thanks for all the advice. I will reread this article a
couple of times! Best of luck. Happy selling! Barbara
Dreastore
never thought to renew an item that wasn't expired ... huh, might give it a try.
I like the idea of listing your shop name as a tag for searches ... seems simple but never thought of it. I'm going back to do it now!
KellyBaldwinDesign
Some great ideas to chew on. Thanks...I'm gettin' my rear in gear NOW!
Susiesplace
Thanks I needed this, Great info. and I will using these tip for sure! Thanks again.....
OzMallo
Awesome advice, theres so much here to keep you busy and
creative, thanks.
LoraHart
Wonderful article Danielle! I've done most of the Etsy based suggestions, now I have to work on my social sites. I still can't figure out Twitter, but I'm committed to try!
SistersOfTheMoon
glamasaurus
Slowshirts
We get a lot of our sales from posting our steps and process on FLickr. It really works!
modernbird
Fabulous article, thank you!
Is there enough time in each day? Let's add an hour or two.
southernladysvintage
yaelfran
imfromanotherplanet
creationsbylauraj
fernfiddlehead
I guess I'm at the "hire a photographer" stage.
Thanks, Danielle. That's some good advice!
earthmamahyde
MichelleStudio
Montagyoo
ThePeachTree
Holla back!!! This is such a fantastic article Danielle! I'm taking notes, book marking and jotting down!! Thanks for the nod too!! I'm smiling ear to ear :)
RubyBeets
Thank you for sharing the info! Always great to get tips from the best
KLSreflections
banyantreeclothing
MsNovemberTuesday
Good article. Good ideas. I do think there is a fine line though between letting potential buyers get a glimpse of the artist and it potentally turning into a circus. Though seeing all the info I have to say the most important is keep at it and be confident in what you are doing because if you aren't willing to chat up or wear(when possible) your own works well, chances are nobody else will be either.
eyecandydesign
iheartchelsyanne
HeadsTwogether
destroyedbydesign
Thanks for reposting this article. It is super informative!
minouette
roska
sweetshorn
Wow! I had no idea about renewing. I just did and had two sales immediately. Thank you so much!
danugs
Thanks for these informations which are so inspiring and supporting!
There's a lot to be done!
cintillajewelry
AWSOME TIPS!!! I am so inspired and can't wait to get started. Etsy has become my new passion...and NOW even more!
sucree
Wow, that was fantastic. Thanks for sharing your success tips...now I've got some work to do! Including changing this avatar to something clearer!
erinmapes
What great ideas! I was feeling like I've been trying everything and getting almost no results, but I guess there's still a lot more I can be doing! Good news, and hopefully it'll help. Thanks!
BlueTerracotta
Great article. I'm working on setting up a shop and this helps a lot!
blueberryjunkie
Thanks for the information. I am just starting out in Etsy and appreciate all the great ideas you are sharing here with all of us.
kmwatkins
Thanks for the article. I have thought about using my name in my tags. I should do that now.
sparklesbydesign
Wow! Thanks a bunch for taking so much of your time to help us Etsy folks...I'm going to use several of your ideas and I look forward to them helping me get more attention into my shop and meeting more new friends! Valerie of Sparkles By Design
undertheroot
SewCreativeBySara
Great article. I have tried some things but always looking for new ideas. Thanks.
Thinkoutsidethebox
There are so many avenues to self promotion and networking. I think the key to it all, success and proficiency is to stay true to a schedule. Something I have yet to master. It is so easy to get caught up in blogging, flickr, twitter, forums and the like that one can lose an entire morning or day even, in these sites. Helpful tools for me are the most basic. I find it extremely helpful to physically write down a list of things to do...whether it be taking photos, listing, mailing, promoting or crafting and creating new ideas. After doing that sketch out a daily or weekly calendar for yourself of when all this should be done. Working at home can become a vortex of lost time and getting sidetracked! We've all been there. I bet that teh most successful etsy sellers are on a well mapped out schedule..just some food for thought here and I should follow my own suggestions!!!
KristenSchwartz
Lumpkin
theemptyenvelope
Mimiandlola
Raubski
ForeverFruitful
Thanks so much for this. I am new to etsy and these tips are excellent and encouraging.
thelittlebrownwren
BululuStudio
ShadeOfABonsai
Brilliant article. I'm already started to get on to some of those ideas before I finished reading the article. Thanks.
LullaLoo
fantastic article! It answered all the questions I've been having about promoting my shop!
pleasurearts
This is really helpful and such wonderful information to learn from. Thank you very much for sharing!
makepienotwar
really great insight... i think i'll pitch an article!
social networking is a free advertising tool! why not invest a little time?!!
i love these! keep them coming!
whyte
bijouxl
Love this article. Some great ideas I will definitely be trying out!
metzypants
Thepaperboat
StrongBeads
teachemyoung
Thanks so much for the helpful advice! I'm going to bookmark this so I can come back to it to learn more!
quarterpast6
Fantastic tips! I've never attended a Virtual Labs event but feel very enthused to see what it's like!
sheilad
Dear Danielle,
I always love reading your article. Thank you, thank you, thank you! I started Etsy a while ago (August 2005), 3 years later I haven't really moved much from where I started. Your article explains a lot of what I'm missing. Now I know what things I can do and areas I can improve. I need to really dig in!
Thank you again, for the very motivating article.
-Sheila D-
pixestreasurechest
Thanks for a really great and informative article! I have only been on Etsy for since the end of Sept. I already have a blog, however, I think I will explore more options, such as facebook. I have bookmarked this for quick reference!
moonrose
Thank You so much for this article !! Things have been terribly slow lately and thru a few post's in the forums I found I was not alone in this feeling . That in itself was comforting . I have thought and thought about what I should do and this article is a fantastic find !!! I will be doing some of the things suggested here . I think I will start with building my blog and beginning to blog on a regular basis. A perfect time to do all of this is while things are slow .Instead of whining about being slow I am going to make the best of it !! Thanks again for a most wonderful article !!! Peace,Moonrose
hipclothing
JackieSpicer
Thank You! I'm a newbie and feel like I'm drowning in the sea of 200,000 Etsy sellers. You sent me a lifeline with this article. Thanks for sharing. Jackie Spicer
kraftyladykreations
jensblends
Great ideas. I hope I can do more in 2009. Thank you. Jennifer Raymer
beadholder
I have already taken some of the advice from the first time I read it, and I keep coming back to try more and I will be reading it again. Thanks for the tips daniellexo!
And I am still trying to get a Treasury up!
Good luck to the sellers and Happy Christmas to everyone!
Julie
Azita630
very interesting. i am opening my own shop soon. so anyone who's reading this please come and visit my shop!
sycamore74
Thanks for posting this article again. It helps a newbie like myself so much Learning the process can be daunting. And thanks for making it easier.
NovemberRoseAtelier
Thank you for all of the good and useful info. I've sat in on a shop critique with Danielle. It was quite fun! (Including throwing paper airplanes and other virtual objects at other memebers!) Instead of boldly jumping in the hot seat myself, I took notes on the critiques of others' shops and have begun to make a few changes here and there. There is always room for improvement on anything that is ever done...
BeadsInTheBelfry
very informative article! Now to work on that schedule...
christinececelia
GREAT ADVICE! thank you- i am def. going to try some of these!
nfall2rt
I read this a few months back. At that point I felt overwhelmed by everything, but I still made lists of new ideas. Since, I've implemented a few new things and started a weekly schedule for myself to maintain everything. There's still more to try, but I feel that this advice helped me greatly in getting started. Thank you!
StacyJoCeramics
This is great. All kinds of info I've been digging around for all compiled in one spot. You are awesome.
PearsonMaron
Is my Mom going to see this? Dude, she's going to start following us on twitter now.
junyandmilo
Thanks a lot for the great article, it's just what I needed.
Last Sunday in Switzerland, there was a two-full-pages article on Etsy and similar websites, in one of the biggest Swiss Sunday papers, but none of us few Swiss Etsy people were even mentioned. It's especially hard in our own country for becoming "known".
Will definitely use many of your tipps.
Thanks & good Etsy-luck to you all
TooCuteForWords
This was an awesome article to help me get my marketing started. I didn't even know about some of the sites you suggested, so I am excited to explore and share. Keep them coming.
Sophiadare
Just got my store up and plate images posted and this is just the info I needed- concise and plenty to keep me busy for awhile!! Thank you!!
hodgepodgefarm
omg so much excellent info danielle! one question: does 'gold school' still exist? the link didn't work! thanks for sharing all of these tips ;n)
LaurieCoyleDesigns
Awesome article, Danielle, thanks!
Yeah, a few more hours in the day would be really nice, let's work on that one....
Mulchandmore
Thanks for a great check-list of more I can do to promote, after the holidays I definitely need to set up a blog.
Flyk
SeventhCloudStudio
Ohmygodthankyou! These are just the types of suggestions that I was looking for--perfect! I can't wait to get going on these and increase my presence on etsy and other sites. Lots of great ideas. Thanks!
jenkennedydesigns
sharlzndollz
I learnt a lot from this article. It is packed full of useful tips and ideas.
jcjewelrydesign
This is so helpful! Thank you so much for so many wonderful ideas!! Since I started a blog, sales definately increased. I am going to take your advise and work on social networking site like Facebook :)
MelissaLund
Wow, this is really great advice! You have some really good ideas too. Thanks for putting this information together.
GrumpyGirl
EcoFriendlySoaps
As a new seller, I found this article to be very informative. Thanks for the support!
makemesmile
Thanks for reminding me. I have been neglecting Stylehive, my blog and MySpace.
I know it is important to get that routine.
I'm pooring out the coffee and get started again =^x^=
chebang
This is an awesome article. Thanks for sharing your advice. I am definately going to work on pimpin' it.
CelesteLaurenDesigns
Great article with very helpful information:)Time to get to work.
thecaliforniachi
The article is just what I needed. I was trying to figure out ways to makeover my shop!! :)
sweetirie
flutteringdesigns
Thanks for the excellent tips! Now to figure out a routine... :)
Danielleorama
Thank you for the tips! This next week will be my first trying a routine :x Now that with the support of my awesome husband I'm officially not working a "9-5"!!
UrbanPrincess
It's Time to Pimp My Shop!
Finding the time to do it , Is the hard part for me...
I just might have to pay someone to pimp it for me!
This article is a great help!
-Shica
angie180281
this is really useful, for a newbie like me. i've been working with a fellow etsyer, sculleydesign, who has provided oodles of advice for me. however, i think your tips will help us both! i'll be sending her the link to this story.
big cheers,
Ange.
yourcreativeoutlet
StephiegirlCrafts
Thank you. A new adventure can be kinda intimidating but this site is so helpful for newbies like me.
JeweledAmbrosia
oliveandbee
LivingInspired
Thanks so much for sharing all of your information! I have been working on my shop diligently for the past few months, and the photography and networking are the two main ingredients. I use different scrap booking papers for backgrounds and always use natural light.
Most people think they need a great camera for photography, but i think just getting to know your own camera is key. I have learned so much about my camera since I started trying to take better pictures, and it's really helping.
Having a logo and a business card is another important piece of the marketing puzzle. When acquaintances ask for your number, give them a card or write your number on the back!
janesays
artjeweldesigns
Thank you for such comprehensive, great information...it's all here! I'm new to etsy so this is exactly what I need to know.
AnnieandOlive
This is great information! Love the social shopping sites links. Need to check those out...
krystalsbykrystallee
ArleenDesign
Wow...i never thought about things like this, that i can upgrade my shop. Thanks for all the info.
ladeebee
Definitely bookmarkable for advice worth turning to again and again.
NotWithoutArt
Wow, with all of the time it takes to get our sites seen, how will any of us ever get the ART done? That's the part that makes me crazy!!!
creativebridal
This is great information, but with all I already do, design, make, photograph, list, pack and ship and taking care of my 7 and 2 year olds. I have no time to blog! Is it all about having more of you out there so people can find you?
Also, I checked into Flickr and it prohibits the use of the site for commercial purposes. So how could you use Flickr to advertise yourself. How do you etsy sellers use it without breaking the rules?
rainadelmagick
It's very gracious of you to put together this body of research and selling/marketing tools. Whether it's been revamped from an earlier article or not it is still very timely and relevant! You answered many questions I wasn't surer how to query on etsy. You've made me see how valuable a resource etsy.com really is. In addition to offering us a creative selling forum etsy.com has created a very user friendly artists haven. Blessings and Happy Yule to you during this season. Peace. rainadelmagick
GoldtoneDesigns
creativeborders
This is such great advice! I will definately be using some of these tips!!
moochiku
Now it is clear what we must do,
Many thanks for the article we are to you,
now get back to work we must do.
jazjewelz
GREENWOODSTUDIO
bijouxdesignsforyou
elegancewithflair
WOW this was such a good read! I have to re-think a few things...
patriciasaabdesigns
So much to absorb for a fairly new Etsy seller, and all great info! Thanks very much!!
MyRusticRose
I have signed up for MySpace, but how do I get the word out there? Its overwhelming with all the content they have flashing around (for me). Since I make bath products, it seems when I type that in at MySpace, I get a lot of really weird and risque search results :) ANY info or input fellow etsians?
CityChicCountryMouse
Extremely useful information. I'm bookmarking to come back and read this again. Thanks so much!
soundslikerain
Great article! I'm currently trying to revamp my shop so this will come in handy for me :)
HazelnutDesigns
Great article! I'm doing some of those things... but not enough!
NogginsBeanies
This article came at the perfect time! I'm beginning to sell a lot more items this past month and it's gotten me super stoked about Etsy. I like what you said about using a few networking sites so you don't spread yourself too thin. Being a mom I felt overwhelmed with keeping up with them all. I also didn't realize that I could renew my items before they expired. Thanks!
Jessica
Huismus
kpdesigns07
That was a great article. Definitely I have some things to think about and work on! Thanks for the info!
FinalTouch
Absolutely, I agree, - great article and very useful information. Exactly what I've been looking for. I will definitely check these things out and hopefully promote my site in many of the suggestions you talked about. Thanks so much!
ElleBelleDesigns
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! This is the type of information that I always look for! Great article!
bijougirldesigns
I mentioned www.redbubble.com in the last virtual lab about promoting...but I don't think I ever got seen. It's a great artist networking/shopping site that should be added to your list of niche networking! ☺
pamelasjewelry
Thank you for the great article. The information will be very helpful.
inkadinkadoodle
Great article, so much good information, so little time! Will try some of these ideas.
PlanetPlayground
Awesome advice, and some great tips. Will be trying some of these for sure :D
polishedtwo
This is great information! I even picked up on some new sites to pimp myself on that I had not yet heard of. Thank you!!
NineRed
WOW Thanks for all the great info, I've definitely been looking for a little guidance to help things get goin. Good ideas!
TanyaMac
jessgonacha
what an awesome article! there are a few things in here that i read and thought "duh! why am i not doing that?" :) this is so great-- thank you!
thejewelco
LaCometaLab
daniellexo, I attended my first Newbies Virtual Lab the other day. You are right! it was a great way to start knowing a little the community. I have also joined two great teams, and in various ways am already following tips you mentioned on your article. So I know I'm suppose to be working on the right path ;) Still, through your article I have also discovered other "tools" I haven't yet though about and that I will be willing to try! Thanks so much for taking the time to spread in such a fun and didactic way all these!
CatherinetteRings
KnitzAndFeltz
Thank You, Thank You, Thank You! Great ideas and information. As an etsy "newbie" I am trying to be a sponge and soak up as many helpful hints as possible. Thanks Again!
GemsandTreasures
Wonderful article, especially for all the new-comers! I even learned a few extra tips! Thanks for sharing!
smashingthreads
SweetPosyDesigns
thanks for the wonderful advice! i've finally built up some confidence to set up a shop on etsy and blog about it, so the tips are extremely helpful! =)
coffeebnz
I really wish that Etsy could change the listing settings. Set them on random perhaps? Our listings can be buried in one day or less. That's a problem!!! I think Etsy should fix this. This article was wonderful..but not the true solution. Should we have to put so much investment into selling? Where is the time to create? Relist twice a day? Wake up in the middle of the night? Time and money. Etsy please change something. Your growing too big. What will it be like in 2 yrs? Relist 5 times a day? We here the same type of suggestions over, and over. Danielle, you wrote an awesome article with helpful information...but I'm frustrated with the settings...not you.
nancynelsonjewelry
thanks so much daniellexo! Your information is so helpful!
objettrouve
CreasolMosaic
Thanks for this great generous article. I somehow agree with coffeebnz, though. I'd spend more time actually making my craft rather than in the computer. Although I understand if you're trying to sell through the web, you HAVE to spent time on promotion, but not sure if this much. But yeah, definitely, one at a time is better than nothing. I did my first treasury just last night, that's a start I guess!
thneed
JuneO
Thank you, Thank You, THANK YOU!!! I always manage to learn something new - as I just did!
StelmaDesigns
Wow, lots of great information in this article! Thank you so much. I have already done many of these things and I feel it definitely is bringing in interest to my shop but I can't get my head around blogging. It all takes time, that is for sure.
CricketsCreations
Rock ON and thank you!! I'll celebrate my 1rst Etsyversary tomorrow and have sold almost 250 scarves so far, thanks to advice like yours and my own success tips, condensed here: http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php...
Big sales for all,
Celeste (Crickets)
designsbysk
thanks for the info. guess i need to get an avatar. i am getting disheartened because i only have 1 sell and i have like 80 items listed. i will try some of these ideas.
craftedbyteri
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. I am definately going to get started using some of the tips that your article provided. I have started having a small amount of success, but these tips might help me to get more exposure and to get some feedback on my site. I think I need some help there.
bonecalinda
Thank you so much for posting this article. It was really insightful and encouraging!!
thelaughinghouse
Thank you for sharing! I'm already doing some of those, but will try out those that are new to me. Will check back again :)
willowmoonspirit
Wow! Thank you...this was a great read and I got some really great tips out of it. I recently lost my job, therefore this is all I have and I'm doing everything I can to LEARN everything I can so that I can be sucessful. I realize that it's a process, but I am confident. And, with help like this I'm on my way!
palominoblue
As an artist still building her shop, this has been some great advice...now back to work!
ciaraobscura
This is amazing... many many thanks for the wealth of information. I'm off and running!
beadsforever
whosiesandwhatnots
thanks for the help and great info. trying a few new things this week!! eeeek
shopAtMaries
Wonderful article, well written with wholesome practical advice!! lol..A must read for newbie sellers such as myself.
ashleyeaston
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!
This is the perfect guide for me to know what to work on while I'm off school for the holidays and working on my Etsy shop full time.
Cattoo
JudyJem
I took lots of notes while reading this article. I plan to take your advice and pimp my shop! Thank you, thank you.
MaribelleCampa
Thank you so much for sharing your knowlege, experience and love!!! There is so much I want to do!!!! Thanks and good luck to you all!!!
creakit
THROATKOATSbySVC
What amazing advise. Thank you so much. I still have a lot of work to do to bring in biz, but I'm so grateful for etsy and for your words of sound wisdom.
Warmest wishes for a joyous Thanksgiving.
Rebecca!
StellavisionCreations (SVC)
windyriver
embellishments
wow - so much I didn't know. Now I am going to re-evaluate my shop and start fresh - concentrating on focusing on one style. I am one of those all over the map sellers. Yikes. Thanks for the info.
happy turkey day
tina C.
ArtWhims
The getting "seen on etsy" section is so true! Going to virtual labs and renewing is very helpful!
Great article!
ArtWhims - Jeananne
BubbleyBoutique
Very nice article (CLAP<CLAP<CLAP)I am a newbie and I love this site!I am learning so much and it does sometimes get overwhelming.I love tip #3 use your shop as a tag!I have friends and family who want to help support me and maybe browse through my store and some of them are not so computer savy!They go to etsy.com and say "Hey! I went on that site and couldn't find you!"By searching my shop as a tag it will so much easier!Thank you!I agree on renewing just like a regular department store you have to keep things looking alive and fresh and not be stagnant!I try to be as creative as I can and not only make one thing.Don't quit your day job!
Have a Great Thanksgiving and don't forget Me! Check out my site too!
dorisrivera
Wow! Great article. Thanks so much Daniellexo for this information.
Happy Thanksgiving!
RoxyJewelry
Great article, I guess I have some learning to do when it comes to social shopping sites. I didn't even know there was such a thing!
Dottymonkey
Brilliant - these how to articles really focus the mind, and even though we've only managed to put a tiny bit of what we're learning into practice, it has already helped. Thanks!
ChubbyBaby
this article was exactly what I needed at this moment, thank you so much for so many great ideas! I have never even heard of half of what you suggested, but I will get on it. Social Shopping Sites? Had no idea they existed! Thank you!
Colleen
sparklingtwi
Awesome article, thank you so much for sharing. I never even heard of social shops, have so much more to learn about =)
leighannkline
ImSoVintage
Thanks so much. My head is spinning but I have a lot of work to do. :)
thecommonmilkweed
claudescreations
Thanks for all the different suggestions. It really gives me something to focus on for 2009! here's to many more sales for everyone!
battleship
dbabcock
I appreciate the advice and benefit of your experiences. Thank you!
shujayat
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We're into Creative branding, Applications development, Data mining, Online promotion and content development. All with an innovative edge and focussed on Start-Ups. Why dont you visit our site, http://www.skoolsonline.com and have a look yourself. Perhaps, we could of any help to you.
Honestly, it's a spam! But I hope it doesn' matter much to you. In fact, It's a good addition to your comments. Well, it's upto you if you accept it or not.
Many thanks buddy.
RockisSupplies
Thanks for a great article Danielle! I'm printing this out for reference.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Rocki
JulieWebb
Thanks for all the great information, reminders and motivation! :)
enfantjoli
Thanks for the tips. Its easy to get discouraged and you worry over time that you are making the wrong items or not marketing it properly..these tips and articles are very inspiring and helpful.
monpetitviolon
Thank you so much! It is just what I needed, something I already had in my mind, but your advices are great! Thanks again!
tylr
88Links
Thank you so much for your info. I need a daily to do list to keep my mind from wandering.
redshack2
Grosse
Thanks for the tips@! I admit it is all a bit overwhelming, but little by little I am getting going on all this. It is fun so far, and the help you provide can only make it better. Thanks again...
wildstrawberry
RoyalPrincess
Awesome document, i guess we all need to take one step at a time and follow your advice. Once's again Thank You !!
designsbyshelley
classicdesigns
This was a very well written and thorough article! Thanks for all of the helpful tips!
tootsystreasures
Lots of good information! I'm already on flickr and blogger but didn't know about the social shopping sites. I've only been on Etsy about a month but am having a great time and learning lots! Thanks for a great article!
CascadiaArt
Wow, so much information here. Great article! Though I've been a member of Etsy for awhile, I've only made one sale so far. I still feel completely overwhelmed by all the ways to market products and network with people. Might there be a group for us relative newcomers to make all this less confusing?
cymbaline84
I will bookmark this page so I can always come back to it when I need a bit of inspiration on how further to network my shop~ thank you!
dessertfirstdesigns
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modernfigurative
this is a great article! thanks for all of the time you put into it..as a new etsy person there is so much i dont know!
olivewood
RoyalDesigns
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all this wonderful advice! I was wondering, as a new seller, where to start! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!
forthebettys
Super helpful!
I am trying to find that perfect way to get that perfect picture. I am already on facebook so I will see what I can swing that way.
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR A GREAT ARTICLE!
embi
MartysFiberMusings
I have so much so learn...your article gave me great ideas. Can't wait to make a Treasury. I think this will be a really fun challenge.
infinitales
Thank you for your suggestions!!
Wow! Why can't days be 36 hour long?
Or maybe 48? Or....I need more time!! :P
rhubarbdesign
beadsonfire
Wow, so much wonderfully helpful information. I am looking forward to putting it into action. Thank you!
DianesDangles
Thanks for all the advice especially about the blogging.
I just started my online shop with etsy and wondered what is all this blogging and social networking about and how is it done. Your article really cleared things up for me and I appreicate you writing this article.
Thanks for all the good information!
mayne
Thank you so much. We are new to the etsy scene and really appreciate the tips. Can't wait to start a marketing plan!
LystraK
brehanclaire
goldiez
What a great article for me just starting up. I have a lot to work at. Thanks again.
abannerday
poshadornment
Excellent ideas and very helpful. Thanks for taking the time to write this up.
PuppyKissPortraits
ILuvUTutuMuch
Thank you for this great article for etsyians like myself who aren't sure what the process is to get up and get noticed :]]
aslibinal
This is actually a useful article, with real tips! Sometimes people post tips, and it's all stuff we know, but you hit on a couple of things that are easy to do and will make a difference. Thank you :)
chocolatetulipdesign
This is an amazing article!! So much info in one place...I am going to start on my homework now!! Thank you!
vetrinagirl
Fantastic article!! I am ready to go pimp out my shop! Thanks!!
RianjaFashion
Thank you, this information was very helpful.I admire the work you put into your article. Good lookin' out.
lunamae
BeastlyBeasties
Thanks for a great article with lots of useful tips. I am new to this and realize I have a lot to learn! Happy Holidays! Ann
dwhitecreations
Great article. I'm aiming for a routine. I started today and will continue for a week before analyzing the results.
DecorativeLabels
Very helpful. I guess it is just as important (if not more) to attract buyers to the site as what you sell.
jewels50
I appreciate your articles. I am going to get right on those suggestions as soon as the holidays are over or maybe sooner. Happy Holidays !!
bearpawrustics
LilyandRoo
NakedJewelry
Thank you for the great advice. I am going to start using my shop name in my tags and descriptions right away. Brilliant!
ajewelgift
Thanks much! Wishing I had gotten around to reading some of the advice before Christmas :-)
HModine
fireapple
great info....I'm new to etsy and you have some excellent tips...thank you!
BeachTreasure
Thanks for all the info, I need to get busy with my online networking.
SeashellSensations
okate
This article was so helpful for me, especially because I just started selling recently. Thanks for the great tips :)
petalpusher
lijia
Just want to give you a big HUG! they'd be really useful for me! thank you very much!
SimplySunny
LashonneAbelDesigns
Thanks so much for the info...soaking up as much as i can!
KaHolly
Wow!!! As a newcomer to Etsy, this article is more than extremely helpful. It has also opened my eyes to so much more going on out there on the web!!! Thank you so much for sharing. You have such a gift for words (altho' I'll still have to read it over and over again before it all makes sense to me!)
SpeciesDesigns
Thank you for your great advice. It really helps being involved with the etsy community and put yourself out there. Thanks again.
designsbylois
solsticejewelry
Great advice. Thank you ! It is very inspring for the New Year!
goodenoughtoeatsoap
This was very good information... I have my notes....
Thnx!!
lionslair
ChefTaiDesigns
Thank you for the help! My Etsy will surely be pimped & popping in the next few months!
This newbie loves inspiration!
PeridotMoon
Thanks for all the time and consideration you put into this very helpful article.
Pimping can be priceless!
SimplySusanJewelry
bluedogwoodstudio
ShopDeviant
Thank you so much, as a new seller this is extremely helpful. Great article! :)
janeanemarie
Thanks so much for the GREAT advice! I'm new on the site, waiting for my first sale, and the info you offered here makes me excited for the future!
ALL THE BEST!
janeane
ChicasBonitas
Thanks so much for taking the time to share all this great info with us. You put a lot of work into putting all this info together and it is such a great help!
SquaresOfFlair
EnchantedForest
hanginmoon
TheCrochetKid
carlaschuchman
Okay, so change my pic, make it interesting, read all the info available to make the shop noticible, get to know others, attend labs, renew, treasury, teams.....Okay, I need a schedule and I need to get busy. The article is so informative, all the articles are. I have no earthy idea what I'm doing, but I'm giving it a go. What a great site. I am proud to be apart of this store!
Beadopolis
erinmaree
As a newbie I need all the help I can get, so thanks too for the helpful info.
valarie79
Thanks for the article. I am trying to revamp myself and give my etsy shop another go : )
ArtworkByDenise
sewrandom
thx so much!!! i'm just starting out & i'm ready to pimp it up now!
PetrinaCaseStudio
And I thought I knew a lot.
Who likes homework?- you make it sound like fun and a lil' bit of work.
Thank you.
Come pick a paper Pop-Up card from my shop and I will be glad to send it to you free for your great advice.
MagicalMedley
I am a Newbie! lol but hey...
This was extremely informative and much a appreciated.
It was also great motivation knowing there are great outlets for promotion that can be fun and affordable with a little time and hard work.
Thank You!
Allthingsimple
pinkchevalier
Xevv
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this. I am an art student about to be launched into the world of freelance illustration, so successfully promoting my shop is, I feel, the most important skill to have besides talent. I knew some of this, but to have it all pulled together in an easy to understand and straightforeward list is incredibly helpful. Thanks!
TheStrawberryGirl
Thank you so much for all the info!
I found out I have done some of the suggestions you gave!
So I'm gonna move on to others as well.
Your info really helpful!
Wish you all the best in year 2009 and beyond!
HaveFaithBelieve
Thanks for all the tips! You said to comment on storque aritcles I really like, some I'm trying that one now. I will go try other suggestions also. Thanks again, great article.
evilcraftlab
This was very well written and extremely informative. Thanks for the tips, I am bookmarking this page.
tasherajean
this is a really great article. guess i better get a blog and get with the twenty-first century
rachellegehrig
Wow, Thank you. I'm a bit overwhelmed by all this information, but am ready to give it a go.
Rose442
Lots of useful information,I have to agree with you on picture taking,I've gotten some great advice and I'm finding what's right for me and I got a new camera for Christmas.It really has made a big difference.
shopangelica
Great article! Thanks for providing all that great information - so very helpful!!! I'm going to get started on these tips right away :)
GemstonesbyDSign
jaditekate
Karramandi
Wow, that was awesome! There was a huge amount of information there which I can't wait to try. Thank you so much.
PeppermintDaydreams
Ulaa
Great article!!! I printed it and put on my desk to read it everyday.
Thanks!
KnittingsMyBag
Great information for everyone. I know that there were some sites listed I have not visited. I'm on my way right now!
haannh
daisyspetals
The thing I love is that there's never an end to new ideas! Thanks so much!!
mariasfavorites
This is a great article! I agree, Ulaa, I think I need to print this out!
lisagradydesigns
metrostation
SplendidLittleStars
daniellexo--Thanks for the GREAT article! I discovered it in a forum post by Ulaa.
check out Indie Public also (recommended in a previous forum by moondogfarm)
chinadoodle
lsad
shortysgourmettreats
I'm new on Etsy and found your article very helpful.I'll try some of your suggestions however,I,m not that computer savy but I will get my daughter to help me.
goodgosh
roxy54
TheMudmom
Wow..so helpful! I wish I would have found this a year ago : ) Time to get busy with my clay!
toblerusse
There are so many willing people on etsy. It's a nice community. I am new here and I keep finding lots of great articles and people respond quickly on the forums!
RemnantsJewelry
I consider myself truly enlightened at this point. Every ones comments have been just as helpful as that super duper article. Thank you !!!!
ROBINDALMIRASJEWELRY
Easy123
ReleafHandmade
first of all tanks! itws really great.
now i've got 2 questions:
1. i tought about an item i wonna make, but beform making him i searched for it on etsy to see how wide this niche for optional selling. surprisingly i havn't fond even one item similar to it. so the big question... shall i make it or not??
2. english is not my first language (as you probbly see..) - how importent is it that the speling and gramer will be great? shall i give to someone eals rewrite the text on my shop (when it'll open soon...)???
thanks.
VivaLeMani
thanks for the helpful article! as a newbie, i know i will be running into a lot of these issues and will bookmark this and keep coming back to it to help me out. and thank you for the links too. they really help with the learning process!
RoseMarieGallery
Thanks so much for the info.
I am a "newbie" and there is so much to learn and so many that share in that process. I feel like I just moved into the nicest neighborhood on earth !!
CherryRunWay
This was EXTREMELY informative! Thank you so so much for writing it!
NikolaHartmannStudio
Great article and helpful advice for newbies like me, and seasoned veterans too. Thank you!
AstridNicoleEtcetera
Doing most of these things already, I 'm going to take the 'get into a little routine' to heart. We don't have anything if we don't have consistency.
portlandia
Thanks so much for sharing your wisdom and time! What an awesome jam-packed-with-great-tips article.
hattricks
This was really inspiring and gets the juices going! Thanks so much for the time and excellent info. xoxo ETSY!, Penney
jensingh
Thanks for the advice, oodles of bookmarks and giving some sound advice. My to-do list is growing...
NaturalAmber
Thank you for the great article! I have been on shop makeover mode for a month now, and this article was more then helpful!
Sylviecambet
That is just what I was looking for! It will keep me busy reading it all again and exploring the possibilities for making my shop better...Thanks a lot!
leuckit
oddones
This should be a great place to sell our Handmade items. It will be nice to learn more about setting up our site better.
NatureGnome
What happened to the days when you just hollered to passerby's in the market?
It's nice to have brilliant people like yourself in these socially complex times!
Jahaarts
Alot of great info i need to start applying with some planning and patience. Thanks!
FashionTouch
BarkByBaboo
theladyprfrsvintage
Hey what a great article. For such a newbie like me every little thing I can read about Etsy can only help, Right? I just started creating my Etsy store and I need all the help I can get. Thanks for the advice and guidance.
dawnebryantdesigns
Thanks for the help -- I saw several things here I need to try! :)
cristinadavid
Thank you very much. You have posted some precious information in there!
3squares
julyjoly
Nomsa
I really love how you listed all of the various different sites for us to explore. I really need to utilize my flickr account. Thanks!
shannonlea08
This is a great article. Thanks so much for helping us newbies out!
EarthenCreations
Great advice... I start feeling lost with trying to promote my shop, this is really helpful. Thanks!
Freefred
Thanks for all the great advice! I am just starting out and feel rather 'lost' and overwhelmed by the wealth of information and interesting things to read (my eyes are very tired....). This was an extremely helpful article, very clear and to the point. Maybe one day I'll be able to give such good advice myself......
feirahippie
Thank you for such wonderful advice, which this site always provides! As a new seller on Etsy I really appreciate so many helpful tips and links to new creative sites. My store is looking great and I feel very motivated with my new confidence!
passionknits
Thanks so much for taking the time to put together helpful information such as this!!
KomfyKozy
SDEMKE
SarikArt
WOW, I have not read it all, but Im going to keep it open for a while to get it all read and noted!
Greqt stuffm thqnk you!
titaniumandmars
It's 2 am and I really enjoyed reading this article. I found it informative and it answered a lot of questions. I was never really sure when I should start relisting some of my items, I guess I'll do some now. Thank you!
MagpieMine
Great hints-will have to re-read to remember them all! I like the tips on tagging.
katrinnalouise
Thank you so much for posting this! I have read through it all and plan to work a bit harder and change a few things I've been doing. You made some good points, especially about the social networking.
BeadazzleMe
Thanks for all the great advice & clever promotional ideas!!
I do have a Flickr account & it really is a great way to meet other polymer clay artists & share my new pieces with them:) My daughter recently signed me up on Facebook, I've made friends with many artists & authors too! It does help. Thank you again!
buckscountycookie
WOW!! What great tips and advise for beginner etsyians like me! I sure need help figuring out how to get noticed on etsy and how to get buyers to feel comfy purchasing a product that I truly feel is super! So THANKS !!
kellyclaussen
This was very helpful. Thank you so much for all the information. It can all be a little overwhelming and some great advice is so appreciated.
Thanks!!!
coltsgroovies
kraftychik
Great advice! Now I know how to use MySpace, Twitter & FaceBook to my advantage!!! And if I haven't yet said so, I LOVE ETSY!!! :)
Blondeshotcreative
violetbella
thank you so much for the article. very very helpful, i keep telling myself with alot of determination i can make it. these are all things i will work into my routine. i am so grateful for other artisans out there that are so generous and helpful, that is what makes this community so wonderful, so thanks!
GlazedOver
Tunaj
spiceberrycottage
PhotosbyKymm
GrampasAtticMosaics
Thanks so much, I seemed a bit overwhelmed now but I think I can at least handle Myspace and Facebook. Working with recycled materials I'm sure there are tons of blogs out there for me to find and I would have never thought of that...guess I won't be complaining about free time for a while. Thanks again!
IslandCrystalCrafts
Thanks so much for the article.I have done some of the suggestions so far with little luck but I am gonna give it another try. Thanks again
lorialbert40
WOW! So much to process. I'm new to Etsy but am trying. Just not sure where to start with all the info.
itcamefrommars
I've literally been writing notes from all the great advice from the article. I'm a total newbie to Etsy and I can't wait to open shop. I'm taking baby steps on my journey to open my "shop" because I don't want to set myself up for failure-does anyone? In my opinion, the key element is to push yourself out there 24/7. After all, you can't sell it when they don't see it! My favorite quote from my 20 years in retail. Thanks for the awesome article!
DalkullanJewelry
JaneBoFelt
I'm on Etsy for three months and have read this article only now. It's very helpful, thank you!
zafirenia
Oh! Thank you for such an informative article! It seems that there are a lot to do for internet promoting, but I should start from somewhere! I prefer jewelry making but I think once started it should be also fun!
Thanks again!
GigiBoards
Thanks for the great tips. I need to get going on all the good advice!
courtneylea
MimiBaxterDesigns
This article was very helpful for a new Etsy member like myself. I have been inspired! Thanks
RiverStoneStudio
birdiesfly92
This really helped! I had a friend that gave me the same advice, then I found The Storque!
MeytalRonArt
SewWhaat
chainchainchained
moonbindery
SWANclothing
this is great. i've been on here for a while and i do alright but this inspires me to get hopping even more! i love that you got up in the middle of the night to renew. i do crazy things like that too though not that one. but maybe i will! but i swear i can never get a treasury!
gufobardo
you read my mind...I need an article like your Danielle, thanks, grazie!
plumprettysugar
DoubleTake09
RomanceCatsAndWhimsy
That was awesome information. Thank you Danielle. I need to get cracking!! :)
zoetropa
And I too had no idea about the renewing. I always heard people mention it but I thought they meant once something had sold to renew. thanks again!
CastleBeadBiz
Thanks! This article was really helpful! Etsy has so many avenues yet to explore!
amazoncat
I suddenly feel quite lazy. What a wonderful article - so helpful and well laid out.
Thank you.
LisaFerinDesigns
All things on my to-do list, but all timely reminders and quite comprehensive, thanks!
siennalynn
MakeThisFromThat
What a great article! Some of your suggestions are already working for me and I now have more tips thanks to you and your generosity. Well done and thanks!
ALittleWorld
ForeverCreative
I do most of these but I see that there is a lot more to learn!! I just got started and I still have yet to finish putting stuff in my shop!
triskela
Great advice with awesome details. i'm continually grateful and amazed by the support from Etsy and feedback from fellow Etsians. Much to ponder and act upon!
kab134
Great info!! I would have never known about those websites without you telling me. Thanks so much, you're always so helpful!
jubillie
Great article! Finally some new bits of advise that I have not already heard hundreds of times. I needed something new, and you may have just offered me the ticket!
JessieKatz
Thanks for putting together this article, the info is great and hopefully proves to be successful once I put it to use! There are just so many great sellers on Etsy its hard to stand out, so all the advice you gave about finding your niche and target audience really make sense! :)
mtillery
Great article! I am often times overwhelmed with the promo process and you have very good advice. I like the soft sell techniques that you suggest. Thanks so much :)mtillery for mctdesigns
febimages
This was one of the most helpful articles yet! I'll put all of these ideas into action once I upload my newest products resulting from a fabulous trip to Italy and Ireland!
starrybluesky
Gosh, this is not a recent post but somehow I missed it. Perfect timing for me to read it because I am trying to find some structure for my promotional activities so that it remains enjoyable and doesn't eat into too much of my "creating" time.
Thanks so much ! :)
BellaBeeDesigns
Thanks for writing such a thorough article. It was very informative for me. I sometimes feel that self-promoting can be very overwhelming, but this article gives me the confidence to get out there and do it!! :)
~Wendy
BellaBeeDesigns.blogspot.com
rkupono
Thanks so much for all this important info! I finally found just what I needed. Gotta go and get started-thanks again.
myrtleandlloyd
sacredjewelry
Thanks for the article! I just wish marketing and networking didn't take so much time. Then there's not much of it left to create... ;-)
SamAndCoop
Mookah
Ah....I love good advice, especially first thing in the morning to set me in the right frame of mind for the day! As a relatively new Etsy seller that was so helpful, I'll have to bookmark it and come back to peruse again just to digest all those helpful hints.
LaLah
SO HELPFUL! Makes me even more excited about my shop! I heart ETSY!!!!
allinthefamilyart
WOW I want to thank you ever soo much! I am still a stuggling newby! Its great of you to do this so we can learn as much as we can!! Take Care
bijougirldesigns
Fantastic article with great tips and good links! Thanks =)
PrettynPrint
Very interesting! I am a newbie and shall use a lot of this. Thanks.
uptowngirlgems
I "pimped" my shop by shopping banners on e-bay. Let me know what you think about the one I chose! :)
TheWhimsicalMuse
Thanks! I'd never heard of social shopping. I'm really curious to check it out.
crysbrite
wonderful advice. I just started in January, its definitly been learn as you go and see what works best, but I always eat up any advice I can get, and this is a wonderful guideline. definitly dont forget your anallytics though so you can see what avenues work best for your shop.
LisasLittleCreations
Awesome advice. I didn't know about half of these ideas so it was very very helpful to me. Thanks again :)
ljeans
VintageDress
you know, i've been here over a year and there were some things in there i just hadn't thought of yet! :0) thanks so much for all this help! :) i am excited to tweak my vintage etsy store now!
VintageHome
Terrific ideas and it's so great to be a part of this community where information and advice is shared! Thank you
claudiahershman
Thanks for a very helpful and informative article. Lots of great ideas to try. It's amazing how generous the Etsy community is in helping each other!
PinkWhimsy
Well, I just cleared up my own blurry photos. Now I'm ready to market my shop and art. Thanks for telling me how to do it. I'm going to try them and hope for the same great results you have had. Thank you for sharing your expertise.
Sephanie
ByJudianne
Thank you for the great article. I feel a little overwhelmed by all the great suggestions. I'll try one at a time.
victoriavelting
Thanks for all the good info. I can see there is much work to be done in my etsy future, and I look forward to working with great creative colleagues!
MartaWeaverJewelry
gigglekids
Great article!!! Now to find some time to do all the things you suggest. Got any ideas on how to buy some time?
Hugs,
Gina
TheNightjar
this is a fantastic article- i have marked it so i can refer to it. I will be working on freshening up my shop- thanks so much
themefragrance
Good article, and great that you share it for FREE!
I would add that sellers should watermark, or put a copyright stamp in their pictures. Protect your work with your name/website/trademark info!!
Now some are articles on time management when you have run out of time trying to keep up with promotion!
bottlerocketbaby
sookie-sookie ~ ! ~ thank you for the fab, phenomenal advice ~ ! ~ while i'm a seasoned old-schooler as an etsy buyer, i'm a newly minted etsyian sales gal in great need of advice ~ ! ~ can't wait to implement your spectacular advice & see what happens. it's like an on-line science lab petri dish of an experiment ~ ;) ~ muchas gracias ~ !
~ felicia (aka: bottle rocket baby ~ because you rock (it) baby ~ !)
DanceInMyGarden
Far out Brussel Sprout! It's so obvious I need to work on some serious time management issues, if I am to 'network' successfully..but it's good to know that eventually it should pay off...I just don't want to spend all my life twittering!! Feeling just a tad overwhelmed, but overall an excellent and helpful article. Thanks so much.
cutiekidsdolls
I AM TOUCHED,MOVED AND INSPIRED BY THE HELP FROM THE ETSY STAFF AND SELLERS ON ETSY,IT IS A COMMUNITY OF SENSITIVE ,GRACEFUL,CARING AND VERY INTERESTING PEOPLE.WHAT A GIFT,FOR ME THIS IS THE TRUE GIFT OF CARING AND SHARING.THANKS FOR THE JOY.
CYNTHIA
HeatherMBC
Thank you for sharing your experiences and info- you are what makes Etsy GREAT! I love this place!
exquisiteaccessories
Thank you daniell, I keep trying & will endevour to keep on going to become an Etsy success with the best of them.
It's great the help & advice you give Thanks again.
WeeCuteTreasures
Whaow. I just got up and checked me emails and found this post. NOW I AM AWAKE!!! Great advice. Will take a lot of work to follow it through - but I believe it all makes sense. Thank you for taking the trouble to share this. Have a good day. Time for coffee!!!
GUGAW
ooh some nice tips here! particularly like the cold calling one - did that and got my work featured in a shop! must do more of it xx
bazketmakr
great article. I will have to come back and read again and again....so much here! thanks
littlebrownrabbit
This is great article. Thanks for all the excellent advice! :)
voodooepatine
Great article. I did a Copy past and have it in my desktop, to do the diary work.
oui2reveille
I just went out and sprayed deer off on my plants. It is daylight...barely, and then instead of going back to bed I stopped at your blog. Thank you so much! Every tidbit helps.
Paulinasdesigns
thank you so much for all the fantastic advice...hope this works
forallseasons
Wonderful article! A lot of great information and very useful!!
alasdelsur
sewlola
SUMMERrhum
sjjewels
Soooo helpful. I'm always up for some useful information. Thanks!
APinchOfCheer
some good stuff here....and yes, it takes a large investment of time...hopefully when the economy turns around there will be big payoffs for all those who have meticulously put these tips into place, and invested the time and effort!
MosaicTileBuffet
I'm brand new here, trying to set up my shop, and your article helped out so very much! Thank you!
rosycloudfairyland
Good advice! What a promoting lifestyle! I like this phrase and will read the article once more.
LoriCitsay
Written in a way that is not overwhelming...I feel like I can take a small part and implement it now without having to wait until I get a whole plan together.
Thanks so much!
kokadots
Fantastic advice for a "newbie" and lots of information and ideas to research. Very methodical way of looking at how to make the next step to get better visibility. You answered some questions I have been wondering about...like renewing your items more frequently to stay fresh and current. Action inspired!
herblueyestudio
Thank you so much for this great advice! I so love ETSY, it is all I think and dream about. If only I had a million gazillion dollars to buy from all of the talented and gifted artists. xx oo
DancingTurtle
Thank you for helping all of us who need a little nudge in the right direction! I've been very confused as to how much I can do and where/how to do it...this helps a ton. Now, to find the time...I tend to get started, but keeping up with everything is very difficult.
mrsmaddenmakes
Thanks so much for your help. I have already used one of your suggestions and that is to have my shop name as a tag word. I hadn't thought of that, so thanks soooo much! Etsy is so good at helping each other.
sterlingsunjewelry
Finally found some time to read this article in detail and it's fabulous - lots of very helpful ideas. I've done some of this but will follow through on the other suggestions.
It's incredibly useful for us newbies to have this advice as the whole online marketing/ETSY world can be crazy time-consuming and overwhelming at first.
Thanks again.
PauldanniNeedleworks
thank you so much, being a newbie myself your article is soooo helpful. I will get to work asap, and thank you again.
WineCoutures
Wonderful advice! Thank you so much. There is a lot here that I am going to use to help grow my business and my brand.
DRCrafts
tripperdungan
itsalljustmenagerie
amyjayne
Helpful advice, thanks ever so! I am a newbe and just don't know where to start - this article will definatly be bookmarked and re-read. Thanks
raygunrobyn
Great advice, I thought I was up to speed on all this but there are still some things I can do to promote my shop. Thanks!
BeanblossomVintage
I'm amazed. No matter how many hours I spend trying to find new ways to promote myself I always find 20 OTHER ways here on Etsy. Great advice! <3
ichiv
Thank you for the well thought out and informative advice. After 7 years of letting the wind blow business my way, while developing my product and getting to know my demographic. I am finally ready to jump head first into your amazing advice. Thank you! And thank you to all the awesome folks helping the Etsy community reach their full potential!
GriffinDesigns
unkamengifts
This was really helpful! Packed FULL of all sorts of good tips-several for everyone! Thank you... I am off to check out the social shopping sites!
HUGS!
Karen
christinopia
blueberryshoes
its so great to review this article often. awesomeness. hugs!
hawkland
enchantedbeading
Great article! I just bookmarked it to my favorites. Loets of good ideas and links.
whiteowl
banfflines
I was just reading "Pimp my Shop". I would never have thought of adding my shop name to my tags. Good idea.
InhabitYourLife
I am so glad I came across this! I am a new seller on Etsy and found this amazingly helpful!
MaryNotMartha
Truly appreciate the time and thought you put into your article.... we Etsians are eternally grateful!
glutamatedesign
Thanks daniellexo!
Its great what you do - I always end up reading your articles, always interesting, to the point and useful!!:)
Gingiber
Great article. I do not know about the blog ring, though. I clicked the link and it was not current...
EarringVixen
Thanks so much for the advice!
I just opened my shop this week and have gotten max. 8 views on an item (haha!). That's understandable since no one knows about my shop yet, but hopefully these tips will get me on the road to great advertising and more site traffic. GO ETSY <3
TenThings
Mindielee
Wow, this is great! I've done some of this but nowhere near enough! Thanks ...
SidneyLeeBoucher
Many thanks for the great advice and information.This is so helpful and greatly appreciated! Sidney Lee
allmadewithlove
I am totally new here so this article is very helpful. I will work on it. I've found all suggestions I needed. Thank you so much!
bubblesunderthemoon
Awesome! Great article! I have a long way to go with all of these suggestions.
lesjoujou
I've read lots of marketing stuff but you covered even more new ideas and new links I'd never though of or heard about. Thanks!
SkullFanaticDesign
SaraSwansonDesign
Great ideas...Can't wait to try some of them! Thank you so much!
theduskyjewel
Great article full of helpful advice. It was nice to read the tips we have already tried knowing we are on the right track. Now we have lots of other suggestions to try out. Thanks!
MiceandMoonbeams
SuaVoce
This gives me a lot more confidence. I've been trying to make over my shop, and this gives me some direction.
Thanks!
SuaVoce (Sarah)
PippiHepburn
Thanks Daniellexo,
I keep bragging about Etsy, telling people to join, and have not sold a thing. This is teaching me that I just have to do more. Etsy is my new job.
Your advice is always great!
Pippi Hepburn
MyKreation
erinj1984
Wow I am going to very busy!!! Thank you for all the great advice!!!
PamLefcourt
ArtonSilkbyLouise
great article I know it makes a lot of sense but it is finding the time to do it all
forbabysake
BlueOasisVintage
After 3 weeks and no sales, I've wondered what else I should be doing to promote my store. This was very helpful. Thank you!
SchneiderGallery
Preceless advice, very helpful, I'm going to follow it step by step!! Thanks!!
parochena
Akiraleshiba
RomanceCatsAndWhimsy
Excellent information! This is one of the things I love about Etsy -- the constant sharing of information to help us be more successful. :)
hopgrasser
danielle, you're such a smarty pants. thanks for another great and useful article!
Handwerks
handcraftedjewels
subringas
Danielle, thank you so much! I bookmarked this article as a reminder of what to do, and although I'm so busy with my little ones and my part-time job, my new realistic goal is to hit every point at least once by the end of each week. Aloha!
Klewism
Yet another extremely helpful article- definitely one to bookmark and keep for future referral- Thanks Danielle!
mochachild
KarmaKreationzInc
This article was so helpful. Especially to a beginner like me. Thank you so much.
indigobabies
BigGirlJewelry
theeverydayscrapper
HazelFisherCreations
This is a really helpful article, I'll be trying out your ideas. Thank you!
QuiteContrary2
brilliant advice, I'll be adding my first items and remembering it all, fingers crossed!
madeofjacinta
Kwan
Thank you for these inspiring tips. There are so many opportunities out there to tap into.
jaroslava
laktjohnson
Thanks for all the great advice! I found I'm doing at least some things right. Very encouraging and motivating!
BrassIvyDesign
This is so great. It really helps to make the process of promoting myself less daunting. I would be clueless without articles like these!
spacejam
OpusMuse
Wow, from the long list of comments, one can tell that this is a much awaited wealth of information in one article! Thanks daniellexo for sharing! I've implemented some of those suggestion & waiting to see what happens...Best of luck everyone!
Pulguinha
Hello. I´m always reading the tips from Sellers Handbook, and the email that I receive with Etsy Sucess.
But I never seen this before.
Great Article, great tips.
Thanks
CardCandyBoutique
lizjewelry
PacificJewelryDesign
Wow, what a wealth of information, thank you! Some great things to try!
ApplewoodHandwovens
Rich with thoughtful and useful info... great resource
SweetPeachCreations
RenuRedo
Great advice! Sometimes it is so easy to get overwhelmed with selling, but it's all about building good community. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
TylerHandmade
Tina669
LeMwah
Putting the shop name in the item titles? Why didn't I think of that?!?!
ChouChouandBloom
Thanks for the terrific advice! I'm excited to check out all of the networking sites! This was very helpful!
supershelly100
Thanks for the advice! There seem to be so many people selling on etsy, and I see all of their sales and I wonder how come I can't have that many sales. Now, with some of these tips, maybe I can get there!
supershelly100
cheleenm
I'm with you supershelly100. And...great advice. I'm going to get to work!!!
elanvitalanthology
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such detailed info and great resources to success with all of us.
We just opened our shop - and I've received feedback from other sellers in the forum which has been so useful. It's hard to know there is so much work ahead of me, but I feel blessed to be part of a community willing to help!
Thanks to everyone at Etsy!
gremlina
zertuchina
This has been very helpful. I'm going over it again and taking notes this time. Thanks a bunch!
bellta
XinhXinh
niswanderceramics
Very helpful, there's lots to work from here. Thanks Danielle:)
ofravensandvultures
SuePsales
Bookmarking for future reference.
just making up my shop now. researching,
and preparing first, i see i need some kind
of photo here, to the right of my shop name.
I guess i'll go figure that out now. thanks.
BoutiqueDeBandeaux
I'm going to try and implement all of these ideas into my shop! This was such helpful information; I'm sure my sales will improve using some of these tips :)
Thanks again!
allstrungout1
Great info!! I am going to try some of your suggestions out in my shop to see if they help with my sales and getting recognized. I have already been trying some of them due to input from previous threads in the forums!
geminiriverrocks
A friend sent me the link to this article much earlier this year and I forgot I had it - was clearing out my files and decided to take a look. Am sure glad I found it; it's packed with such great information.
Thank you.
jpgallery
This is the most helpful marketing article I've read on Etsy, so far. Thanks for the great information. Marketing is not always an artist's strong suit, and any advice you can give is appreciated! Off to try some of these "new" ideas.
zuemy
nicolitalove
This article was really helpful in getting my shop and my blog ready! Especially the section on creating a routine...it's easy to get overwhelmed by all the options for social networking and let things slide. Better to choose one or two and keep them updated.
nicolitalove
This article was really helpful in getting my shop and my blog ready! Especially the section on creating a routine...it's easy to get overwhelmed by all the options for social networking and let things slide. Better to choose one or two and keep them updated.
mansfieldesign
Wow! What a great overview for newbies like us. Thanks so much.
BlueShoeStudio
Thank you for sharing this with me Daniellexo! Unlimited info, I will refer back to this again and again and again and again. Woo hoo!
ellacinders
UNAshop
LiLYorkieFruFru
Thank you so much for your advice! I am also a newbie and I will most certainly be following your advice. There are so many fantastic and creative artists on Etsy.com - you guys are all so inspiring!!! Starting out as a newbie can be intimidating, but with sellers like Daniellexo who are willing to take time out to help others, it makes the process that much easier.
Hugs :) -Kelly
barefootbeadshawaii
AChildsDreamParty
Thanks so much for this! I think you should just repost this every year - the info in it is timeless... :)
muzie5
WOW! This marketing thing is so much more time consuming than I had first planned when I started my online baby boutique! I am wanting to start making my own line of baby clothes and accessories to sell also, but have only sewn twice in my lifetime! I just pulled out my sewing machine from the basement, bought some fabrics and supplies, and plan to spend the next few days reading the Sewing 101 book I got from the library. Once I know I can make something and it will be marketable, I'll post it on Etsy. Wish me luck!!!
Lynette
http://www.WildernessLane.com
BriniBurlesque
wow, some of these things i have never even heard of. i am so ready to try these ideas! ^.^
kirevi8
SimplyInvitingCards
Thanks for supplying all the social thisandthat, niche, and bookmarking links. I was trying to find a few on my own with little luck.
JeByJa
mammysshop
adelinerb
kimmae86
mysaturnalia
35thofMay
That was great!
so much needed information in one article.
thank you so much i cant wait to read some more!
SeptembersSapphire
srwatches
WOW! So much info and not enough time. Thanks for a great job of putting it all together.
rapscallionrose
WOnderful advice for new etsy sellers. I have so appreciated how helpful etsy is, and most especially, the kindness, advice, friendliness and comraderie of other etsy sellers.
Rapscallion Rose's, Soul of the Rose Millinery Designs
www.rapscallionrose.etsy.com
Caribbean Rose Pirate Emporium
www.caribbeanrosepirate.etsy.com
YosemiteBeadGallery
Thanks for all the helpful info. Nice to have the information all in one place.
SunflowerHaven
Thanks so much for all of these suggestions! I'm going to try as many as I can!
underoakstudios
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