New Read: Selling on Etsy

If you’re an Etsy seller who’s just starting out or struggling to gain traction on the platform, you’re not alone. Many sellers find it difficult to stand out in the crowded marketplace and attract the attention of potential customers. That’s where Jennifer Maloney’s new book, “Selling on Etsy: Tips and Tricks for the New-ish Etsy Seller,” comes in.

This comprehensive guide is filled with practical advice and insider tips to help new and experienced Etsy sellers improve their shops and increase their sales. From setting up your shop and optimizing your listings, to promoting your brand and dealing with customer service, this book covers all aspects of running a successful Etsy shop.

Maloney draws on her own experience as a successful Etsy seller, as well as interviews with other top sellers, to provide readers with a wealth of knowledge and insight. Whether you’re looking to improve your product photography, optimize your SEO, or learn how to price your items effectively, this book has you covered.

Selling on Etsy: Tips and Tricks for the New-ish Etsy Seller. The book acts like a guide, covering the topics you need to know, like what to title your items, how to price your items, and how to prepare for the Christmas season. Plus, it offers 5 case studies from actual Etsy shops to show you how these principles work in practice. The book is available right now for only $4.99 on Amazon, not a bad price for this kind of information. (Most guides you’ll find run $15 and up!) Check it out here.

(Disclaimer: I haven’t read it yet, but I plan to!)

One thing I have learned is the need for immediate gratification when making purchases, Links to our E-books and E-patterns are for more profitable than paper book books. Being able to get your pattern instantly is crucial to crafters. So if you are selling patterns then that is something to consider.   Etsy is a great way to see patterns, people are confident with its services and feel that their transactions are safe.

Etsy is our preferred online seller for handmade items and crafts, Etsy is a familiar shopfront that makes buyers comfortable and confident in making purchases. Looking for other options to sell your crafts than Etsy? Check out this article – Alternative places to sell your crafts online .

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If you’re thinking about starting a new Etsy store, or you’ve just launched one and you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed, don’t worry – I’ve been there too! As an Etsy seller for a few years now, I’ve learned a lot about what it takes to start and run a successful shop. So wanted to share some of my own top tips with you too. 

Do your research: Before you start your Etsy shop, take the time to research your niche and see what’s currently selling well. Look at other successful shops in your category and see what they’re doing right.

Perfect your product photos: Your product photos are one of the most important aspects of your shop. Make sure they’re well-lit, clear, and showcase your products in the best possible way.

Optimize your titles and tags: Your titles and tags are what will help your products show up in Etsy search results. Make sure they accurately describe your products and include relevant keywords.

Offer excellent customer service: This is key to building a successful Etsy shop. Respond promptly to messages, ship orders on time, and be friendly and professional in all your interactions with customers.

Price your products appropriately: It can be tempting to underprice your items in order to make sales, but this can actually hurt your business in the long run. Make sure you’re pricing your items appropriately for the time and materials involved.

Promote your shop: Etsy is a crowded marketplace, so it’s important to promote your shop outside of the platform as well. Utilize social media and other marketing channels to drive traffic to your shop.

Stay organized: Running an Etsy shop can be a lot of work, so make sure you’re staying organized and keeping track of orders, expenses, and inventory.

Starting a new Etsy shop can be daunting, but with these tips in mind, you’ll be well on your way to building a successful and thriving business. Good luck, and happy selling!