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Wednesday, July 15, 2009
American License Plates Passport Holder from DumbKidDesigns
Perfect for your passport! Easy to spot inside your bag, add a few extra papers in a 2nd pocket that you need or want to travel with. Paper laminated to protect it. 2 pockets on the inside.
Price: 8.75
From: DumbKidDesigns
1-Why did you choose to sell on Etsy/ and do you sell anywhere else?
I chose to sell on Etsy, cuz I'm shy. So shy I can make myself sick before meeting someone face to face, in any given situation. It's really bad, and I can't seem to talk myself out of being this way.
When I started looking on how to sell my handmade goodies to people other than my family and friends, I found Etsy. There weren't any other internet sites like Etsy that I could find when I started. Ebay - but handmade on Ebay - I just never got into it. Etsy was really easy for me to figure out, and I loved everything I saw on here anyway.
Since I've been selling on Etsy, I have grown a lot more confident with my stuff that I make, I got the courage to contact retail stores. So I now sell to some "walk in retail(mom and pop shop)" stores too.
I just opened an ArtFire account, but right now, my loyalty is to Etsy. I put a lot of time into my shop, in hopes it pays off in good ways.
I chose to sell on Etsy, cuz I'm shy. So shy I can make myself sick before meeting someone face to face, in any given situation. It's really bad, and I can't seem to talk myself out of being this way.
When I started looking on how to sell my handmade goodies to people other than my family and friends, I found Etsy. There weren't any other internet sites like Etsy that I could find when I started. Ebay - but handmade on Ebay - I just never got into it. Etsy was really easy for me to figure out, and I loved everything I saw on here anyway.
Since I've been selling on Etsy, I have grown a lot more confident with my stuff that I make, I got the courage to contact retail stores. So I now sell to some "walk in retail(mom and pop shop)" stores too.
I just opened an ArtFire account, but right now, my loyalty is to Etsy. I put a lot of time into my shop, in hopes it pays off in good ways.
2- What is your fave thing to buy on Etsy (whether it be supplies or gifts etc.)
Gifts! I love buying gifts on Etsy. Don't get me wrong, I buy some of my supplies on here too, but gifts are my favorite. The thing that bites is I usually want the gift for myself when I get it. So I now have to buy 2 of everything! You can't find gifts for people anywhere else like you can on Etsy. Plus it really is one stop shopping for me. I've never had a rude seller, and the service is always over my expectations, as well as the product. I don't understand people who don't know about Etsy.
Gifts! I love buying gifts on Etsy. Don't get me wrong, I buy some of my supplies on here too, but gifts are my favorite. The thing that bites is I usually want the gift for myself when I get it. So I now have to buy 2 of everything! You can't find gifts for people anywhere else like you can on Etsy. Plus it really is one stop shopping for me. I've never had a rude seller, and the service is always over my expectations, as well as the product. I don't understand people who don't know about Etsy.
3-What is your current fave product(not in your store) under 20$?
oh that's kinda tough for me, but i have to go with the handsoaps that Foliage makes. they look like little people hands, and doll hands, but it's soap. hand handsoap. brilliant! i want to give them to everyone i know. it's actually quite disturbing how much i really like them when it comes down to it.
oh that's kinda tough for me, but i have to go with the handsoaps that Foliage makes. they look like little people hands, and doll hands, but it's soap. hand handsoap. brilliant! i want to give them to everyone i know. it's actually quite disturbing how much i really like them when it comes down to it.
4- Any advice for new sellers?
of course the given advice is: list
but, you should buy at least 2 or 3 things before you start selling your stuff. then you know the other end of the deal. and that is so important! i think you should click on everything! everything that is clickable, you will learn if you look for the answers. forums, storque articles, alchemy, find a team, and ask! i yet to come in contact with a rude seller. it's pretty easy to make, ummm, Etsy Friends, i guess you would call them. Be honest, when you are new, say you are new and you don't know what you are doing, but that you are giving it your best. And remember, treat others how you want to be treated. I believe you can make your shop work any way you want it to. It just depends what direction you want to go with it. Ya gotta have a goal when you start, even if it changes later.
of course the given advice is: list
but, you should buy at least 2 or 3 things before you start selling your stuff. then you know the other end of the deal. and that is so important! i think you should click on everything! everything that is clickable, you will learn if you look for the answers. forums, storque articles, alchemy, find a team, and ask! i yet to come in contact with a rude seller. it's pretty easy to make, ummm, Etsy Friends, i guess you would call them. Be honest, when you are new, say you are new and you don't know what you are doing, but that you are giving it your best. And remember, treat others how you want to be treated. I believe you can make your shop work any way you want it to. It just depends what direction you want to go with it. Ya gotta have a goal when you start, even if it changes later.
5-And a favorite quote?
i don't know who said this but i really like...
"the blind lead the blind, who tell it to the dumb, who brag about it to the deaf"
hahahaha, i always smile if not giggle when i say it too.
if you want a deeper quote,
this ones pretty deep thoughtish, again, i have no idea who said this, but i think of it often, so often it's like i'm reminding myself
"...if we look at our lives, we will see that most of the time we do things just to please others, just to be accepted by others, rather than living our lives to please ourselves. that is what happened to our freedom"
i don't know who said this but i really like...
"the blind lead the blind, who tell it to the dumb, who brag about it to the deaf"
hahahaha, i always smile if not giggle when i say it too.
if you want a deeper quote,
this ones pretty deep thoughtish, again, i have no idea who said this, but i think of it often, so often it's like i'm reminding myself
"...if we look at our lives, we will see that most of the time we do things just to please others, just to be accepted by others, rather than living our lives to please ourselves. that is what happened to our freedom"
Saturday, July 11, 2009
THIN RECONSTRUCTION MORPH PERSONALIZED PORTRAIT from MyMagicMe.etsy.com
This pricing is per person. And include Skin touchup, weight removal, and hair touchup. In one package. As with all my listing final copy is email in jpg format that can be then printed from the comfort of your home or at the stores.Price: 10.00
From: MyMagicMe
1-Why did you choose to sell on Etsy/ and do you sell anywhere else?
My reason for starting a shop on etsy was to provide myself with a second income, I was in a point in my life where I was struggling to make ends meet. Etsy gave me the opportunity to sell my photo manipulations and really create a presence for myself on the internet. I currently have a shop on artfire (www.mymagicme.artfire.com ) and 1000markets (http://www.1000markets.com/users/mymagicme).
2- What is your fave thing to buy on Etsy (whether it be supplies or gifts etc.)
I am a HUGE makeup lover. I love, adore and cant get enough makeup!
3-What is your current fave product and seller(not in your store) under 20$?
My Favorite product and Seller would have to be The Well and Spindle.
And they are all my favorite items, I just love the magic behind each of her folk inspired products!
And they are all my favorite items, I just love the magic behind each of her folk inspired products!
4- Any advice for new sellers?
Yes actually, alot of new sellers are easy discouraged when they dont get a sale as soon as they open. Things take time and you must remember that there are hundreds of other sites you are up against for the same amount of attention. New seller should think about what sets them apart from others, and expose yourself to the public as much as possible. This means become a common person in the forums and join as many network groups as you are willing to dedicate your time to. Join twitter, facebook, plurk and other networking sites will NOT help if you do not use them on a regular basis. Also remembering to put in the hours! I work from 9am til 2am with some breaks in between. Think about being a child in a HUGE arena of adults screaming on the top of your lungs... scream loud enough, long enough and people will begin to notice you are there.
5-And a favorite quote?
"You gotta be in it to win it." If you are engrossed in work and hustling 150% of your time, you will go places. Put in the hours, and I promise they will pay off.
Friday, July 10, 2009
polaroid block - pear tree from thelittleprints.etsy.com
The original picture was taken with a polaroid spectra camera. The spectra pictures are a little wider than your average polaroid.. widescreened, if you will. It was scanned, printed, and adhered seamlessly to a wood block made of mdf painted white. The block measures 5 1/2 inches square and it has a keyhole notch in the back incase you choose to hang it.
Price: 13.00
From: thelittleprints
1-Why did you choose to sell on Etsy/ and do you sell anywhere else?
I sell only on etsy. There's no place better for me to reach people who might be into my creations. My items are very vintage inspired and etsy folks seem to appreciate that. Plus, etsy is so easy to use for buyers and sellers alike, and i love how easy it is to communicate.
2- What is your fave thing to buy on Etsy (whether it be supplies or gifts etc.)
I scour etsy's supplies section often for great deals on lace, trims, antique buttons, old retro fabric.. anything i can find to work into my own items!
I scour etsy's supplies section often for great deals on lace, trims, antique buttons, old retro fabric.. anything i can find to work into my own items!
3-What is your current fave product(not in your store) under 20$?
I'm pretty fond of this necklace by itslovelyhere.
I'm pretty fond of this necklace by itslovelyhere.
4- Any advice for new sellers?
Don't worry so much about what you think people will buy. Make what YOU would buy. Be true to your style and aesthetic and things will fall into place.
Don't worry so much about what you think people will buy. Make what YOU would buy. Be true to your style and aesthetic and things will fall into place.
5-And a favorite quote?
The quote that keeps me going is strong and simple: "make it happen".
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Alice Drop Earrings from SarahCrash.etsy.com
Price: 9.50
From: SarahCrash
1-Why did you choose to sell on Etsy/ and do you sell anywhere else?
I love being on etsy buying, selling, perusing the site because being around so many creative people inspires me to make many many more things! I wouldn't want to sell any where else.
I love being on etsy buying, selling, perusing the site because being around so many creative people inspires me to make many many more things! I wouldn't want to sell any where else.
2- What is your fave thing to buy on Etsy (whether it be supplies or gifts etc.)
I have an incredible weakness for all the handmade soaps etsians make. They seriously are the best and I buy at least one new bar every week.
I have an incredible weakness for all the handmade soaps etsians make. They seriously are the best and I buy at least one new bar every week.
3-What is your current fave product(not in your store) under 20$?
My current fave product are the sterling silver mini cocktail rings from crowsnestmountain I love them! They are so versatile and absolutely gorgeous! I have several.
My current fave product are the sterling silver mini cocktail rings from crowsnestmountain I love them! They are so versatile and absolutely gorgeous! I have several.
4- Any advice for new sellers?
Try and list new things everyday, the more frequently you list, the more often your items show up thus increasing the chance of someone coming across your shop.
Try and list new things everyday, the more frequently you list, the more often your items show up thus increasing the chance of someone coming across your shop.
5-And a favorite quote?
Art is making something out of nothing and selling it- Frank Zappa
Art is making something out of nothing and selling it- Frank Zappa
Friday, July 3, 2009
Diamonds are A Girl's Best Friend Necklace from anirtak.etsy.com
A silver plated diamond charm is the focal point of this piece. It's delicately hung on a silver plated 1mm chain link necklace with soldered links and a round spring clasp.
The necklace measures a total length of just under 19".
Price: 12.00
From: anirtak
1-Why did you choose to sell on Etsy/ and do you sell anywhere else?
I was originally selling on my own website, www.elementnineteen.com. At the same time, I was buying a lot of handmade gifts from Etsy for friends, as I love all items that I see on Etsy. After realizing that I wouldn't have to spend sleepless nights updating my own website (HTML can get extremely messy when coding at 2AM!), I made the jump. Etsy makes it easy to list!
2- What is your fave thing to buy on Etsy (whether it be supplies or gifts etc.)
My favorite thing to buy, for myself, are housewares. I love all the handmade porcelain items on Etsy. They're so unique and fun; it's like accessorizing, but for my house! Aside for little trinkets for myself, I like to buy gifts for friends on Etsy. I usually try to make sure at least 50% of any gift is handmade.
3-What is your current fave product(not in your store) under 20$?
I love these "Lil Squirrel Desk Buddies" by BROOKLYNrehab. I actually bought myself a pair a couple weeks ago, and they are just adorable! At $18, how could you go wrong?
4- Any advice for new sellers?
Don't give up! Keep listing, and relisting whenever you make new items. By listing frequently, your items will always be at the top of the search pages, which is a big eye-catcher for most shoppers.
5-And a favorite quote?
Usually I don't quote songs, but this line has always stuck with me:
"I think that it's brainless to assume that making changes to your window's view will give a new perspective." - Death Cab for Cutie
"I think that it's brainless to assume that making changes to your window's view will give a new perspective." - Death Cab for Cutie
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Tide Pool Aqua Bookmark from CrystalsandStones.etsy.com
Features a beaded cluster with iridescent clear and white cats eye glass beads with a generous sized aqua briolette bead (faceted glass)!!!
The bookmark staff measures approx. 5 1/2" and has sterling silver overlay. The bead cluster measures 2.25" total length.
The bookmark staff measures approx. 5 1/2" and has sterling silver overlay. The bead cluster measures 2.25" total length.
Price: 15.00
From: CrystalsAndStones
1-Why did you choose to sell on Etsy/ and do you sell anywhere else?
A friend of mine started selling on etsy and she reccomended it to me. I also have shops on ShopHandMade.com & Artfire.com, but etsy is by far the best for me.
A friend of mine started selling on etsy and she reccomended it to me. I also have shops on ShopHandMade.com & Artfire.com, but etsy is by far the best for me.
2- What is your fave thing to buy on Etsy (whether it be supplies or gifts etc.)
I'm currently addicted to briolette beads... I can get them here by the pair and not have to commit to an entire strand until I know that they'll be good sellers!
I'm currently addicted to briolette beads... I can get them here by the pair and not have to commit to an entire strand until I know that they'll be good sellers!
3-What is your current fave product(not in your store) under 20$?
Ellabellamay has the most adorable elephants for babies. I gave one as a gift and it was a big hit!
Ellabellamay has the most adorable elephants for babies. I gave one as a gift and it was a big hit!
4- Any advice for new sellers?
I'm still tring to figure this "etsy" thing out (after over a year!). A page on facebook.com is free and I hear that advertising there is good. Don't waste your money on "pay per click" ads or "search engine submission" sites. Just add something during peak hours every day or two to stay current in the etsy search engine (Sunday I get the most views).
I'm still tring to figure this "etsy" thing out (after over a year!). A page on facebook.com is free and I hear that advertising there is good. Don't waste your money on "pay per click" ads or "search engine submission" sites. Just add something during peak hours every day or two to stay current in the etsy search engine (Sunday I get the most views).
5-And a favorite quote?
"With our thoughts we make the world" Buddah
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