Posted by camille – September 4, 2008 5:46 PM
Finally, you can reach literally a worldwide audience by marketing your crafts on the internet. This is a big step and there are a lot of considerations -- like how will you receive payment for purchases, how will you handle shipping items, how will you set up a web page and how much will it cost to create and maintain an online shop.
Obviously, a lot to consider or you can go the simpler route and market your crafts through Etsy.com. Consider it an ebay for crafters or a huge online craft mall. Etsy has quickly become one of my favorite online destinations, here you can find handmade clothing, jewelry, housewares, paintings, holiday items, great one-of-a-kind gear for kids and pets, toiletries...you name it! If you can make it by hand, it's on Etsy. Whether I'm searching for a unique handmade gift or just a little inspiration for one of my own projects, I know I will always discover something truly original. And did I mention that browsing Etsy is just plain fun! You can search for items by typing in keywords or you can search by color with their extremely interactive (and addictive) Color Tool.
Or browse through the most recently added items in the Time Machine.
Etsy's fees to list items for sale are quite fair and getting started as a seller is relatively simple. Like any other financial undertaking -- before jumping in, do your research. Check out these tips for selling on Etsy, courtesy of Craftster.org. Then look at what your fellow crafters are selling online and find your niche.
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I would love to learn about posting my work
Posted by Carol – March 19, 2007 4:52 PM
Thank for the great article! I'm a HUGE craft-a-holic and have searched for other onlines other than eBay to sell my crafts. Etsy is a great starting point. I was wondering if there are any other online auction sites like Esty? Thanks again!
Posted by Trellis Stewart – March 27, 2007 8:56 PM
Etsy's is a great site. Thanks
Posted by Linda – March 28, 2007 7:33 AM
Etsy is a wonderful selling community. It brings fabulous opportunities to even the smallest sellers and crafters worldwide. One of the best things to come along in a long time.
Posted by Ginger – March 28, 2007 1:50 PM
Are there any other sites like Etsy to sell on line?
Posted by Elisa – July 10, 2007 9:56 PM
Hi. Me very much to like here. I shall advise this site to the friends.
I am sorry for my English. I only learn this language.
Posted by Antique – July 13, 2007 12:00 AM
This article was very helpful. I am considering posting items on etsy. Thanks!
Posted by Tamara – July 19, 2007 11:01 AM
Will you ever have show with more on fabrics, fashion design for children, clothing, more on how to sew. Someone who is very professional at this.
Posted by bgonzalez – November 9, 2007 2:41 PM
What about country design show? Are there any new shows ? Also there was a show by a women with black hair. Also did a country design show. Can you put her back on?
Thank you
Posted by bgonzalez – November 9, 2007 2:51 PM
Thanks for the tips, I set up an Etsy store for my items.
Posted by Asian Dolls – November 12, 2008 12:31 PM
