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Entrepreneurship:  Does your Etsy store really pay off?  |
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minismith
Farmgirl in Training
41 Posts
Nancy
Moscow
TN
USA
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 Posted - Oct 27 2011 : 8:32:20 PM
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Hello, all. I've been offline for a while but am back "on the air," so to speak.
For those of you who looked at my Etsy shop earlier, we've added many new items. DH is making lampwork jewelry that's been really well-received. Stop on by!
I've also finished the early version of a website! Check it out and let me know what you think!
Nancy
Live a Savory Life!
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ladedacreations
True Blue Farmgirl
253 Posts
Sandy
Indian Valley
Idaho
USA
253 Posts |
Posted - Oct 28 2011 : 08:58:12 AM
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Nancy, would love to check out your etsy shop. Please put the link on this forum. Thanks
http://www.etsy.com/shop/ladedacreations Filled to the brim with my handmade paper, vintage treasures & clothing, photography, naturally grown seeds and unique jewelry and hair pieces created from cast off vintage pieces and old silverware. Be sure to check out my comical Woo Hoo Sister pins for all of you mid lifers!
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http://www.etsy.com/shop/againstthegrain13 is my other shop dedicated to my extreme rustic switch plate covers. If you are a lover of natural wood, you are sure to enjoy these!
Everything I create is done so with solar power using mainly salvaged, recycled and up cycled items.
“For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also”. Mathew 6:21
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minismith
Farmgirl in Training
41 Posts
Nancy
Moscow
TN
USA
41 Posts |
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countrynmore
True Blue Farmgirl
1975 Posts
Sharon
CA
USA
1975 Posts |
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IdahoShamrock
True Blue Farmgirl
161 Posts
Kathy
Hayden
Idaho
USA
161 Posts |
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StrawHouseRanch
True Blue Farmgirl
1044 Posts
Paula
Holt
Missouri
USA
1044 Posts |
Posted - Nov 04 2011 : 1:35:34 PM
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Hi Girls,
How do the PayPal fees work? What kind of account did you set up in PayPal to receive payment through PayPal?
Paula
Farmgirl Sister #3090
Yesterday is History, Tomorrow is a Mystery, and Today is a Gift.
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ladedacreations
True Blue Farmgirl
253 Posts
Sandy
Indian Valley
Idaho
USA
253 Posts |
Posted - Nov 04 2011 : 2:07:46 PM
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As I am always concerned about Identity theft, I went so far as to open
up a bank account just to transfer my paypal into. In use it for nothing else. It is even at a different bank then my other accounts, maybe this is a little over kill but better safe then sorry. When I get a balance in paypal of over, say $100 I transfer it to my bank. I cant remember the exact fee they charge but it seems when I sell something for $20 paypal takes under $1, I think .88 to be exact. So with an etsy listing fee of .20 and and etsy commission on $20 of .70 and paypal. My total fees for a $20 item is under $2.00! I am happy with that. Hope that helps!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/ladedacreations Filled to the brim with my handmade paper, vintage treasures & clothing, photography, naturally grown seeds and unique jewelry and hair pieces created from cast off vintage pieces and old silverware. Be sure to check out my comical Woo Hoo Sister pins for all of you mid lifers!
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http://www.etsy.com/shop/againstthegrain13 is my other shop dedicated to my extreme rustic switch plate covers. If you are a lover of natural wood, you are sure to enjoy these!
Everything I create is done so with solar power using mainly salvaged, recycled and up cycled items.
“For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also”. Mathew 6:21
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Bensgrandma
True Blue Farmgirl
227 Posts
Alexis
White Oak
PA
USA
227 Posts |
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Amie C.
True Blue Farmgirl
2099 Posts
Finger Lakes Region
NY
2099 Posts |
Posted - Nov 04 2011 : 6:27:26 PM
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I'm thinking about starting an etsy shop to pare down vintage items from my own collecting habit, and also to help my parents sell some items from my grandparents' estate. I've got some nice stuff...a huge lace tablecloth, a McCoy vase, vintage slips and hats, neat china and glasswares .
I want to use flat rate boxes for convenient shipping, so I thought perhaps I should try to group 2 or 3 like items together to fill the box and make the higher shipping fee worthwhile. Does that sound like a good plan? Or do people find that irritating? |
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StrawHouseRanch
True Blue Farmgirl
1044 Posts
Paula
Holt
Missouri
USA
1044 Posts |
Posted - Nov 05 2011 : 08:19:23 AM
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Thanks, Sandy and Alexis!...That is very good advice about opening a separate account.
Paula
Farmgirl Sister #3090
Yesterday is History, Tomorrow is a Mystery, and Today is a Gift.
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Bensgrandma
True Blue Farmgirl
227 Posts
Alexis
White Oak
PA
USA
227 Posts |
Posted - Nov 05 2011 : 10:31:13 AM
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Amie,
I would not group things together if it makes the price too high. You might suggest that someone look around your shop after they purchase an item and tell them that shipping for the second item would be free (if it fits in the box with the other one). I think most collectors only collect one or two things. Like I love dishes, tea sets and things like that but I would probably not purchase a tea towels so if I saw a group listing, I might write and ask if you would just sell the tea cups. That is just me. Good luck on your store.
Don't forget to let us know what it is and join the SFGCTeam.
Alexis
http://www.etsy.com/shop/HugsandStitches
http://www.etsy.com/shop/ACharmingExperience |
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ladedacreations
True Blue Farmgirl
253 Posts
Sandy
Indian Valley
Idaho
USA
253 Posts |
Posted - Nov 05 2011 : 5:26:17 PM
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Amy, You might do an advanced search on ebay and check on what some of those estate items are going for on there such as the McCoy. You might sell them faster and make more that way. Go into the advanced search, type in your item then check the box down lower that says completed sales. This will bring up like items that have recently sold on ebay. If the price is in green, then is sold, red then it did not. I use this quiet often to give me a realistic idea of what I might sell something for. Hope this is useful!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/ladedacreations Filled to the brim with my handmade paper, vintage treasures & clothing, photography, naturally grown seeds and unique jewelry and hair pieces created from cast off vintage pieces and old silverware. Be sure to check out my comical Woo Hoo Sister pins for all of you mid lifers!
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http://www.etsy.com/shop/againstthegrain13 is my other shop dedicated to my extreme rustic switch plate covers. If you are a lover of natural wood, you are sure to enjoy these!
Everything I create is done so with solar power using mainly salvaged, recycled and up cycled items.
“For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also”. Mathew 6:21
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soapmommy60543
True Blue Farmgirl
2197 Posts
Ann
Oswego
IL
USA
2197 Posts |
Posted - Nov 05 2011 : 5:28:47 PM
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This is such great info - thanks!
Wife of terrific hubby and mom to 2 kiddos, 2 bunnies, 2 geriatric goldfish, and the best dog in the world!
Check out my blog:http://suburbanprairiehomemaker.blogspot.com/
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IdahoShamrock
True Blue Farmgirl
161 Posts
Kathy
Hayden
Idaho
USA
161 Posts |
Posted - Nov 05 2011 : 7:54:21 PM
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Great advice, Sandy! Researching prices is something I do, but you just made it easier!
I also have a separate bank (credit union,actually) account for my paypal transfers. It is at a different CU than the one I use for personal banking. I wasn't too concerned about identity theft,but about me 'thefting' from myself. I use my earnings to pay for satellite internet and a couple of other things and I want to make sure I don't spend it on anything else! Oh, the tricks we play,eh?
Farmgirl #2125
www.dustbincards.etsy.com |
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Amie C.
True Blue Farmgirl
2099 Posts
Finger Lakes Region
NY
2099 Posts |
Posted - Nov 06 2011 : 06:32:53 AM
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Thanks for the advice, everyone. I've been researching the prices on both etsy and ebay, but I think I like the etsy selling system better.
What I meant by grouping items wasn't creating packages out of related items, but more selling things that belong together anyway in sets of two or three, rather than individuals. For instance, I have several pieces from Wedgwood's Countryside pattern...so I'd sell the two teacups together for $10 rather than individually for $5 each, because they will both fit in one medium size flat rate box.
If I put anything on etsy, I'll definitely ask to join the farmgirl team. Thanks! |
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sherrye
True Blue Farmgirl
3775 Posts
sherry
bend in the high desert
oregon
USA
3775 Posts |
Posted - Nov 06 2011 : 08:57:19 AM
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well this has been wonderful for me. just like taking a class. i learned so much. thanks to mjf and etsy and you farmgirls. i am selling things my kids will not keep when i am gone. so lots of stuff. just learning now how to do it. i also have dried roses etc. to market thank you girls happy days sherrye
the learn as we go silk purse farm
farm girl #1014
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ladedacreations
True Blue Farmgirl
253 Posts
Sandy
Indian Valley
Idaho
USA
253 Posts |
Posted - Nov 06 2011 : 12:10:07 PM
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ebay is great to use as a research tool. I usually only sell on there if the item I am wanting to sell sells frequently on there and if the prices all all over the place. Better chance at a fast sell but it does cost more so i do like etsy for its price and I can put it on there and let things take their course and I dont have to think about it for 3 monthes!!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/ladedacreations Filled to the brim with my handmade paper, vintage treasures & clothing, photography, naturally grown seeds and unique jewelry and hair pieces created from cast off vintage pieces and old silverware. Be sure to check out my comical Woo Hoo Sister pins for all of you mid lifers!
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http://www.etsy.com/shop/againstthegrain13 is my other shop dedicated to my extreme rustic switch plate covers. If you are a lover of natural wood, you are sure to enjoy these!
Everything I create is done so with solar power using mainly salvaged, recycled and up cycled items.
“For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also”. Mathew 6:21
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knitnpickinatune
True Blue Farmgirl
1140 Posts
Sherrie
Gardena
California
USA
1140 Posts |
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bishfam
Farmgirl in Training
10 Posts
Becky
Hendersonville
NC
USA
10 Posts |
Posted - Nov 14 2011 : 1:33:58 PM
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Hosanna! I like the way you do your pictures. Simple, a few backgrounds and easy on the eyes. Thanks for sharing. I have an Etsy shop. Gave up for a while but am back and would really like to make something of it. Thanks for your tips on your success.
http://www.etsy.com/shop/bishfam?ref=si_shop |
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marjean
True Blue Farmgirl
3857 Posts
Marsha
Deltona
FL
USA
3857 Posts |
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countrynmore
True Blue Farmgirl
1975 Posts
Sharon
CA
USA
1975 Posts |
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countrynmore
True Blue Farmgirl
1975 Posts
Sharon
CA
USA
1975 Posts |
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rubyleesmom
Zapped Profile
190 Posts
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Posted - Nov 22 2011 : 07:39:18 AM
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I am thinking about looking into the whole Etsy thing too.. does it require you to have a business license to sell your items? Please help.. I am so clueless when it comes to this stuff!! :(
"Courage is being scared to death and saddling up anyway" - John Wayne |
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Missus Miranda
True Blue Farmgirl
285 Posts
Miranda
Thrall
TX
USA
285 Posts |
Posted - Nov 22 2011 : 1:28:59 PM
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I'm glad I stumbled on this topic because I have been very unsure of Etsy. I tried eBay back when it was a boom, and Mom and I made a good run of it. But, it started dying down in 07 and we just never got back to it.
I'm going to try my hand at Etsy after the new year. I really want to do things right and get my business going with the DBA and sales & use tax through the state.
Momma has vintage glassware for me to sell, and I will have my hand made thingy do-sers. We'll see how it goes!!
"I'm not trying to be mean or cantankerous. I just wish people would do the right thing, and use a little common sense." ~ Farmgirl 3535
Pflugerville, TX
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ladedacreations
True Blue Farmgirl
253 Posts
Sandy
Indian Valley
Idaho
USA
253 Posts |
Posted - Nov 23 2011 : 08:42:43 AM
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Well good luck to you! I still do a little ebay on select items, but now they are charging fees on the shipping! just blows me away! getting a little too greedy for me. Thats why I like etsy. In the 2+ years I have been on here, no raise in listing fees!!! Yea!!!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/ladedacreations Filled to the brim with my handmade paper, vintage treasures & clothing, photography, naturally grown seeds and unique jewelry and hair pieces created from cast off vintage pieces and old silverware. Be sure to check out my comical Woo Hoo Sister pins for all of you mid lifers!
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http://www.etsy.com/shop/againstthegrain13 is my other shop dedicated to my extreme rustic switch plate covers. If you are a lover of natural wood, you are sure to enjoy these!
Everything I create is done so with solar power using mainly salvaged, recycled and up cycled items.
“For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also”. Mathew 6:21
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