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This group is for Etsy sellers interested in learning how to improve their business as well as contribute tips and tricks they've encountered on their Etsy journeys to help others!

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Latest Activity: Jul 1

EtsySALES

Feel free to post new discussions about particular aspects of setting up shop on Etsy, include tips and tricks, or ask a question.

EtsySALES is all about boosting SALES! Sellers who are serious about making their shop the best it can be, sellers who need help marketing/promoting/etc., or just sellers interested in the good vibes!

I've been debating creating this Team on Etsy, but I figured I'd give it a test run here on We Love Etsy!

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Canada Day

Started by from japan with love Jun 30.

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New Posting!! 1 Reply

Started by Gloria. Last reply by Laynee bryan Apr 30.

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Comment by Gloria's Jewelry Box on July 1, 2009 at 6:16pm: Take advantage of our 20% off promotion on all items from now until June 27th!

Comment by Tiffiany Scott on July 1, 2009 at 4:49pm: Everything is 50% off in my store...its not already marked so just take 50% off the asking price!! will be refunded via payapl...thank you
http://CliqueDaCour.etsy.com

Comment by Karen Of Artdoodads Etsy Shop on July 1, 2009 at 1:34pm: July Sale

Take 20% OFF The Listed Price Of All Sewing Patterns Thru 7-31-09

See Our Etsy Shop Profile For More Details!

Artdoodads
http://artdoodads.etsy.com

Comment by cali on July 1, 2009 at 3:57am: Hey all!

I wanted to share with you my biggest sale ever!! :)

15% off of EVERYTHING on pages 3 & 4 in my shop!
Many of those items are expiring and will NOT be re-listed. . . Don't miss out!! They will start expiring July 4th. The 15% off discount is valid until each item expires.

and. . . if you purchase 2 or more pieces, you'll receive FREE sterling silver earrings with your purchase!

www.caliklein.etsy.com

+ secret etsylove sale! ! !
if you use the code "EL01" you'll get a 10% discount on everything else in the shop (pages 1 & 2)!

Comment by from japan with love on June 30, 2009 at 10:53am: I use for sales...

Google Base
http://www.google.com/products?q=fromjapanwithlove&show=li

Flickr
1 - http://www.flickr.com/photos/from_japan_with_love/
2 - http://www.flickr.com/photos/kawaii_fabric_and_paper/

Blogger
http://products-from-japan-with-love.blogspot.com/

Comment by Rachel Bovee on June 23, 2009 at 6:17pm: I'm fairly new, but I'm both a buyer and a seller on Etsy. As a buyer, I can tell you that great product photos are essential to your shop!!! I cannot stress this enough. Invest in a decent camera, learn how to use your portrait and macro settings. Learn how to use natural light to your advantage because dark, shadowed photos are a total turn-off.

As a seller, I can tell you that patience is going to be an important part of your process. Sales don't happen the first day. It's also vital that you interact with others. I hate to use the term "network", as it's been so abused on the internet, but make connections with others in your own field. This post is a great way to start that, but visit others' shops and blogs...not only will you meet some great people, but you'll find new ideas, innovative products and learn what works and what doesn't.

If you create a blog, PLEASE keep it tidy! There is nothing worse than checking out a blog that has a terrible layout and pictures randomly placed. Be organized...in your life, in your business and online. To be taken seriously, you must appear "together" :) And when you write, write about something of substance. Share an idea or an experience that a fellow artist or crafter can relate to, but still be you...quirky, funny or whatever that may be. You want to "connect" with your audience.

In setting up your Etsy Shop, be quaint in your announcement. If it runs too long, you run the risk of cutting off the view of your items below. I've seen this time and time again and it's annoying not to be able to see one's items on their Shop home page. Oh, and FEATURE your top three new items...color coordinate if you can!

Lastly, no matter how many networks you end up on, DON'T SPAM. Nothing will get you deleted, unfollowed or in trouble faster. It's very unprofessional and frowned upon immensely.

Let's see, nothing else comes to mind at the moment. I'm no expert...about a month old on Etsy, but I've read and researched and learned a lot from some very successful people on Etsy. I thought I'd share some of the big ones...hope I've been of some help to the newborns, lol.

Rachel

Comment by pickledpandas on June 23, 2009 at 6:02pm: I most definitely need advice!

Comment by Laynee bryan on June 19, 2009 at 4:47pm: lust listed beautiful black on yellow hand painted volcano handbag
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26711301