Ebay or Etsy?
I have been following crafters on Ebay and Etsy for quite awhile now. There is no doubt that Etsy is gaining serious ground in the “selling” game and there are a lot of reasons to pick them as a place to sell your crafts. However, it maybe profitable to sell on both Ebay and Etsy.
Ebay has the history and without a doubt more traffic. You can sell with a “buy it now” and not use the auction model which makes it more like a real online store. It should be said that several crafters have made more by using the auction method at Ebay. However, more and more I am leaning toward Etsy as the most profitable place to sell your handmade crafts and this is why. Continue reading
Sell Handmade Crafts on Etsy
Many people enjoy making a variety of types of crafts. The good news is that people can now make a substantial sum from their hobbies by selling their goods through Etsy, an online retailer. From handmade cards to origami, paintings, and even soap, there is a different type of craft for every person who wants to make some extra cash selling them online.
Etsy is an online company that allows people to sell their goods through their marketplace. You can create your own online store, upload photos of your crafts, and set your own prices. It is a very cost effective way to get your online retail business going. Continue reading
Sell on Etsy? The Number One Mistake Etsy Sellers Make and Three Ways to Fix It!
I sell on Etsy and have done so for the last year and a half, and I love the site. But it never ceases to amaze me how many times I see crafters making amazing items, and then selling themselves short when it comes to photographing their creations!
Taking pictures of your items is key, and I believe it’s at least as vital as making your crafts in the first place. You’ve gone to all the trouble to create something which you believe people are going to want to buy — so you need to put just as much effort into making sure your listing shines! Here are three common mistakes people make and how to fix them:
