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Entrepreneurship:  Opened an Etsy shop....Now what?  |
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Lessie Louise
True Blue Farmgirl
1406 Posts
Carol
PECULIAR
MO
USA
1406 Posts |
 Posted - Jan 03 2011 : 1:16:22 PM
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In my quest to make and save money while staying home more I started a litle store. Any advice is welcome, I am at a loss as to where to go next. Feel free to let me know what you think and what else I should be doing, Thank you, Carol
The shop is lessielouise22
Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit.
Wisdom is not putting them in a fruit salad!
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TexBetsy
True Blue Farmgirl
322 Posts
Betsy
Princeton
TX
USA
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Posted - Jan 03 2011 : 1:25:03 PM
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I think sharing on the MFJ Forum is a great way to advertise your Etsy shop. I just placed an order! I like to support my fellow Farmgirls.
Betsy
"God does not command that we do great things, only little things with great love" Mother Teresa |
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Lessie Louise
True Blue Farmgirl
1406 Posts
Carol
PECULIAR
MO
USA
1406 Posts |
Posted - Jan 03 2011 : 1:41:27 PM
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Thank you Betsy! I needed that, I just sent you an email, these will go out 1/4. The ads in the back of the magazines are awesome too., Carol
Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit.
Wisdom is not putting them in a fruit salad!
Farmgirl #680! |
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JojoNH
True Blue Farmgirl
1984 Posts
Joanna
Dunbarton
New Hampshire
USA
1984 Posts |
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longbeachfox
True Blue Farmgirl
322 Posts
Mary
Long Beach
WA
USA
322 Posts |
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Lessie Louise
True Blue Farmgirl
1406 Posts
Carol
PECULIAR
MO
USA
1406 Posts |
Posted - Jan 30 2011 : 1:52:27 PM
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I do not want to sound dumb, but what do you mean by "tag"? I sell some of the same things on ebay and they always sell, I am a little discouraged with etsy, but do plan to add a few more things soon.
Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit.
Wisdom is not putting them in a fruit salad!
Farmgirl #680! |
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marjean
True Blue Farmgirl
3857 Posts
Marsha
Deltona
FL
USA
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Posted - Feb 01 2011 : 10:28:11 AM
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Hi Carol,
I emailed you from your etsy with a question. Did you get your answer to what "tagging" means? Those are the words you use to describe your product when your listing it on etsy. There are 14 spaces and you should use them all.
For your doll blankets you can put doll blanket, crochet blanket, etc..And, in your description if your items are made in a smoke-free home or pet-free home you should list that. Those things are very important to buyers.
If you'd like to join my co-op website and link your shops contact me. It is only $5.00 a month and your first month is free.
www.sunshinefarmgirlcoop.com
Farmgirl sister #308
handmade cards, vintage organizer bags and more at www.jeanpatchbymk.etsy.com
http://jeanpatch.blogspot.com
www.fullerdirect.com
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www.watkinsonline.com/rjaramillo
www.sunshinefarmgirlcoop.com |
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countrymommy85
True Blue Farmgirl
898 Posts
Krystle
MT
USA
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Posted - Feb 01 2011 : 2:25:03 PM
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I just started an etsy shop too! I have a bunch of stuff to add to it, I just don't have time! I can't figure out how to put a neat banner up... Is it hard or time consuming to figure out?
~We can make the world a better place for our kids and future generations by what we do today!~ |
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Lessie Louise
True Blue Farmgirl
1406 Posts
Carol
PECULIAR
MO
USA
1406 Posts |
Posted - Feb 02 2011 : 08:26:51 AM
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Thank you Marsha for explaining those things. I did list a few more items and I think that I will wait and see how it goes. Thank you!
Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit.
Wisdom is not putting them in a fruit salad!
Farmgirl #680! |
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Bensgrandma
True Blue Farmgirl
227 Posts
Alexis
White Oak
PA
USA
227 Posts |
Posted - Feb 02 2011 : 10:57:23 AM
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HI,
Can you put your etsy shop link in your address here so I can check them out and add them to my favorites. I want to try and support the ladies here when I am looking for gifts, etc.
Thanks
Alexix
http://www.etsy.com/shop/HugsandStitches |
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eriko
Farmgirl in Training
15 Posts
barb
old bridge
nj
USA
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Posted - Feb 25 2011 : 12:16:12 PM
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I just placed an order. Your aprons are adorable!
Peas,
Barb
Farmgirl Sister #2698
Live in such a way, that when your feet hit the floor in the morning, the devil says, "Oh no, she's awake!!" |
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Lessie Louise
True Blue Farmgirl
1406 Posts
Carol
PECULIAR
MO
USA
1406 Posts |
Posted - Feb 27 2011 : 6:02:34 PM
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I finally figured out how to add my address AND I got on face book too, which also took some doing! Hopefully this will help people find me a little easier, Thank you!
Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit.
Wisdom is not putting them in a fruit salad!
Farmgirl #680!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/lessielouise22 |
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Bensgrandma
True Blue Farmgirl
227 Posts
Alexis
White Oak
PA
USA
227 Posts |
Posted - Mar 11 2011 : 05:45:00 AM
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Great! I added your shop to my favorites and my "circle" whatever that is! When I purchase things from Etsy I am going to try and use farmgirl shops. 
Have a great day.
Alexis
http://www.etsy.com/shop/HugsandStitches |
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Lessie Louise
True Blue Farmgirl
1406 Posts
Carol
PECULIAR
MO
USA
1406 Posts |
Posted - Mar 11 2011 : 05:47:49 AM
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I just saw that, and I added you too. I love the items you have listed. I am just trying to figure Etsy out, I tend to be a slow learner! Have a good day, Carol
Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit.
Wisdom is not putting them in a fruit salad!
Farmgirl #680!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/lessielouise22 |
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Violets November
True Blue Farmgirl
342 Posts
Violet
Exeter
California
USA
342 Posts |
Posted - Mar 14 2011 : 2:23:50 PM
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Lessie, I took a peek at your shop and if it's alright, I have a few suggestions.
Brighter photos would be good. On the listings that it would apply to, add measurements.
Take advantage of the categories. You have quite a few different things listed, and if you had categories, it would make it easier for the shopper to browse your offerings.
For your profile, tell a little about yourself. Shoppers love to know something about what who they're buying from.
It would also be a good idea to have some policies on view. Do you have a return policy?
There are quite a few folks on etsy who can make a banner for your shop. Some are more affordable than others. Just do a search for shop banners. It would be *purdy*!!!
Put some keywords in your title and add more keyword content to your descriptions.
Use your tags to full advantage. Tags are to describe the item. For instance, I noticed in one of your apron tags, "smoke free home" the apron is not a smoke free home. Use tags to state what it is. What kind of fabric. What kind of colors. Pattern on fabric. Pockets. Sash, etc
Having said all that, I think you're off to a great start with 12 sales!
Put a link in your signature, make announcements here when you wpload new items.
Don't be discouraged, I use to do ebay also, but no more.
~Violet~
Farmgirl Sister #1669
My blog, http://hiddenacre.blogspot.com/
Our Organic Jewelry, http://www.etsy.com/shop/GaelicForge |
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Lessie Louise
True Blue Farmgirl
1406 Posts
Carol
PECULIAR
MO
USA
1406 Posts |
Posted - Mar 16 2011 : 5:09:20 PM
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Violet, thank you for the advice, it has been very helpful. I plan to look for a border, work on a profile. hank you again
Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit.
Wisdom is not putting them in a fruit salad!
Farmgirl #680!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/lessielouise22 |
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Violets November
True Blue Farmgirl
342 Posts
Violet
Exeter
California
USA
342 Posts |
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greenbean
True Blue Farmgirl
53 Posts
Pennie
Barnwell
South Carolina
USA
53 Posts |
Posted - Mar 22 2011 : 3:41:20 PM
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Lessie... I started one too, I love to craft... so my husband suggested it ... I did all the stuff Im suppose to do, but I too am at a loss.... Im thinking that maybe the things I have up aren't really wanted, so I think Im going to try something new on there.... maybe that might help- I'll get the hang of it. Good Luck Lessie!!
Live simply that others might simply live. ~Elizabeth Ann Seton
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Lessie Louise
True Blue Farmgirl
1406 Posts
Carol
PECULIAR
MO
USA
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Posted - Mar 23 2011 : 2:19:02 PM
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Good luck to you Pennie! Things seem to selll in spurts, and I have had a lot going on here at home that I have not added new stuff lately, but I have a huge stack sitting here just waiting. Hopefully next week I'll get a little time, Carol
Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit.
Wisdom is not putting them in a fruit salad!
Farmgirl #680!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/lessielouise22 |
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