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| FieldsofThyme |
Posted - Jan 20 2012 : 05:44:44 AM
I have a feeling I will be closing my "shop"
I just haven't had enough business. Anyone else have to do this?
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| FieldsofThyme |
Posted - Jan 25 2012 : 12:13:55 PM
The problem with more complicated work is "time." That's a huge issue with my large family I have. It took me a year to do a crocheted blanket for camping (and I'm still crocheting them) ha ha ha!
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| minismith |
Posted - Jan 21 2012 : 7:53:39 PM
I'm having the same luck with my Etsy shop. Just set up a facebook page and that seems to have generated some traffic, but no sales yet. The bulk of my sales are still face-to-face, however.
Will maintain my web presence, but we're increasing our presence at craft and art fairs.
Nancy
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| Red Tractor Girl |
Posted - Jan 20 2012 : 6:12:59 PM
I think it is very challenging on Etsy because it is saturated with lots of stores offering the same sort of items. I know I could not offer anything that is different from what is already out there in abundance . Unless you heavily market your store and spend time offering specials and change out out your line to offer new stuff, I think it is hard to stay competitive. Your store offerings are very nice but like you say lots of folks are doing the same thing now. I only sell on eBay and you might try listing a few groups of items and see If people will enjoy the fun of an auction. Sometimes it is the fun of bidding that makes it sell and you end up with a fair price. The other idea would be to save everything and try out doing a table at a local farmers market and see if you can sell when the weather improves and people are happy to get out for fresh produce and fun wares. Good luck and I hope a good alternative will come forth so that you can find a more viable outlet for you ha d crafted items!! |
| Farmtopia |
Posted - Jan 20 2012 : 6:08:36 PM
I agree with Jodi. I think it might be more profitable if you can make things that wouldn't be something easy for others to make at home. The other thing I find is that you are constantly marketing your stuff online, in various places. It's a competitive market, so let more people know what you are doing :)
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| Prairie Princess |
Posted - Jan 20 2012 : 1:49:28 PM
I taught myself to crochet this summer, and I've known how to knit for a while, but there are still many projects I'd be uncomfortable taking on...projects outside of my skill level. Maybe you could just try making a different product... things that would still appeal to customers even if they have basic crochet & knitting knowledge. For instance, I can crochet dishcloths, scarves, headbands, etc., but would prefer to buy blankets, infant sweaters, scarves & shawls with intricate patterns, etc...
Just a thought... :)
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jan 20 2012 : 07:14:26 AM
Well, Kristi . . . don't give up.
I . . me, myself and I . . . still don't know how to do either of those. I have so many other things going I find it hard to find time to learn!
CJ
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