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Marketing & Promotion

Try This Marketing Technique For Your Etsy Black Friday Sale

A quick guide of 5 marketing and promotional techniques that you can use for your Etsy shop during this Black Friday Cyber Monday to boost sales

Digital Products

13 Profitable Niche Digital Products On Etsy You Haven’t Explored Yet

Discover 13 profitable niche digital products on Etsy you haven’t explored yet. Tap into these niche markets for higher profit margin and lower competition

Marketing & Promotion

(Etsy New Marketing Feature) How to Use Product Bundling to Increase Order Value & Revenue

See how product bundling strategies can boost your Etsy shop’s sales and profit. Read this guide for tips, creative examples and the latest Etsy feature

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Tools & Resources

17 Best Etsy SEO Tools 2024 (Honest Review & Free Options)

This review roundup tested 17 Etsy SEO Keyword tools including Alura, Marmalead, eRank, Sale Samurai and more. Read to see which one's the best

Optimisation & Conversion Rate

How These Etsy Shops Made Over $1 Million In Sales (+Strategies You Can Apply To Your Own Shop)

Discover the strategies of top Etsy shops that made over $1 million in sales and learn actionable tips to boost your own shop's success

Starting Etsy Shop

Top 20+ Tips And Tricks To Kick Start Your Etsy Shop

Are you ready to turn your passion for creative crafts into a money-making business? These 20+ tips will help you get started selling your craft on Etsy today!

Search & Categories

Marketing & Promotion

Try This Marketing Technique For Your Etsy Black Friday Sale

A quick guide of 5 marketing and promotional techniques that you can use for your Etsy shop during this Black Friday Cyber Monday to boost sales

Digital Products

13 Profitable Niche Digital Products On Etsy You Haven’t Explored Yet

Discover 13 profitable niche digital products on Etsy you haven’t explored yet. Tap into these niche markets for higher profit margin and lower competition

Marketing & Promotion

(Etsy New Marketing Feature) How to Use Product Bundling to Increase Order Value & Revenue

See how product bundling strategies can boost your Etsy shop’s sales and profit. Read this guide for tips, creative examples and the latest Etsy feature

Customer Service & Getting Reviews

How To Use Thank You Notes to Get Return Customers & Boost Etsy Black Friday Holiday Sales

Learn how Etsy sellers can increase holiday profits by including personal thank you notes in orders to encourage repeat customers before Black Friday

Etsy SEO & Traffic

How To Get More Traffic To Etsy For Free (Strategies, Common Mistakes, Ratings)

Get more traffic to your Etsy shop for free with these 8 strategies. This guide walks you through the actionable steps, common mistakes to avoid and which ones you should focus on first.

Optimisation & Conversion Rate

Copy My Etsy Product Description Templates For Better Etsy SEO & More Sales

Copy my Etsy product description templates for physical, digital, and made-to-order products to boost conversions and drive sales

Etsy Updates & Trends

Etsy's October 2024 Algorithm Update: Everything You Need to Know + My Recommendations

Keep up with the latest Etsy search algorithm update, and all the strategies you need to know to stay ahead.

Etsy Updates & Trends

A 2024 Look At Pattern By Etsy (It’s Not Good)

Is Pattern by Etsy right for you? Uncover its features, drawbacks, and top alternatives to build the perfect website for your handmade business

Digital Products

How To Drive Traffic & Market Your Digital Product Etsy Shop

Discover how to market digital products on Etsy with tips on SEO, listing photos, bundling, and more to drive sales

Etsy SEO & Traffic

How To Use Long-Tail Keywords For Better Etsy SEO

Understand the difference between long-tail keywords and broad keywords, and some of my favourite ways to find long-tail keywords for your Etsy shop.

Tools & Resources

(Prompts Included) 3 Amazing AI Tool Use Cases For Etsy Sellers (Keyword Research, Listing Optimisation & More)

This article shows you 3 amazing prompts to generate useful insights for your Etsy shop using AI tools like Claude 3.5 or GPT 4o

Etsy Updates & Trends

Etsy's New Creativity Standards - My Cautiously Optimistic Take On This Recent Change

What is Etsy's new Creativity Standards from the perspective of an Etsy seller. Learn what these changes mean for your shop and how to leverage them for success.

Marketing & Promotion

The Science Of Selling - 5 Powerful Psychological Principles You Can Use To Increase Your Etsy Sales

Unlock the power of psychology to boost your Etsy sales. Learn 5 proven principles to create compelling listings and turn browsers into buyers

Starting Etsy Shop

Etsy 101 - What Is Etsy & How Does It Work + Beginner Marketing Tips

Discover how Etsy works for craft makers and sellers. Learn about setting up shop, listing products, managing orders, and marketing strategies for success

Optimisation & Conversion Rate

How These Etsy Shops Made Over $1 Million In Sales (+Strategies You Can Apply To Your Own Shop)

Discover the strategies of top Etsy shops that made over $1 million in sales and learn actionable tips to boost your own shop's success

Branding & Design

How To Choose Your Unique & Creative Etsy Shop Name

A practical guide to help you choose your perfect Etsy shop name with 90 examples and commonly asked questions

Starting Etsy Shop

Do This One Thing Before Opening An Etsy Shop

New to Etsy? Read this guide to find out the one key thing you need to focus on to kickstart your shop's growth

Marketing & Promotion

How To See What Sells On Etsy - A Free, Actionable Guide

This free and actionable guide takes you through my methods of finding products that sell well on Etsy.

Product Photography

2024 Etsy Listing Photo Size Guide - Optimal Size & Aspect Ratios

Discover the best practices for Etsy listing photo size and aspect ratio

Marketing & Promotion

(2024) Pinterest Marketing Strategies For Etsy Sellers

Discover the power of Pinterest for Etsy sellers. Learn how to leverage its unique advantages to drive traffic to your Etsy shop and boost sales

Digital Products

13 High Ticket Digital Products To Sell On Etsy

Maximise your Etsy profits with digital products that you can sell for a high price. Get 13 high-ticket product ideas with strategies to justify premium price points

Etsy Updates & Trends

Etsy Gift Mode - List of 192 Personas, How To Find High Demand Niches & Get New Product Ideas

Learn how to leverage Etsy's Gift Mode feature to uncover popular niches, high-demand products, and accelerate your Etsy growth with this comprehensive guide

Etsy Updates & Trends

8 Trending Products To Sell On Etsy In 2024

Explore 8 trending product and niche ideas for your Etsy shop in 2024

Etsy SEO & Traffic

The Ultimate Guide To Keyword Research For Etsy Sellers

Struggling with keyword research for your Etsy shop? Learn a step-by-step approach to finding untapped, high-traffic keywords to improve visibility and boost sales

Marketing & Promotion

(2024) Your Last Minute BFCM Marketing Guide For Etsy Sellers

Stand out this Black Friday with creative Etsy promotion ideas - tiered discounts, free gifts, exclusive offers & more ways to increase sales.

Tools & Resources

Canva vs Corjl vs Templett vs JetTemplate - Which One Is The Best For Etsy Sellers

4 of the most popular graphic editing tools for Etsy sellers for creating editable templates. Which one's the best?

Marketing & Promotion

Hashtags, Captions & Beyond - Boosting Instagram Engagement For Your Etsy Shop

Learn how to craft captivating captions, hashtag strategy, and best posting practices to maximise your Etsy shop's Instagram account

Etsy Updates & Trends

(Etsy Update) Etsy Share & Save Program - Everything You Need To Know

Explore Etsy Share & Save program: learn how it benefits you, eligibility, and strategies to maximise performance

Operation & Management Tips

How Many Listings Should I Have On Etsy?

How many Etsy listings should you start with? Dive deep into my recommendations and top Etsy shop examples

Marketing & Promotion

Top Selling Items on Etsy & Most Popular Etsy Product Categories

Discover the most popular product categories on Etsy. Get inspired for your own Etsy shop with insights and Etsy bestseller examples

Optimisation & Conversion Rate

How To Boost Your Etsy Listing Conversion Rate And Sales With Informational Photos

Discover the power of informational photos in driving Etsy sales and optimising conversion rates

Marketing & Promotion

10 Etsy Strategies For Long-Term Growth + Top Etsy Shop Examples

Achieve long-term growth on Etsy with these 10 strategies, illustrated with real life examples from top Etsy shops

Marketing & Promotion

10 Top Selling Etsy Products & What They Are Doing Right

Learn from the best - Get insights into the successful strategies of 10 popular Etsy products and how you can apply them to your own shop.

Tools & Resources

How To Use Midjourney To Open An Etsy Print-On-Demand Shop

Turn simple text prompts into beautiful designs for Etsy print-on-demand products with Midjourney

Etsy SEO & Traffic

The Complete Etsy SEO Checklist To Boost Your Ranking In Etsy Search

Download and print out this free printable SEO checklist and work towards higher ranking in Etsy search

Operation & Management Tips

Etsy Views vs Visits: Differences & How To Fix Low Metrics To Boost Sales

Discover the difference between Etsy views and visits, why they matter, and how to leverage them to improve your sales

Starting Etsy Shop

Find Your Winning Etsy Niche - Discover High Demand & Low Competition Niches

Find your perfect Etsy niche with our step-by-step guide. Brainstorm niche ideas, tips for identifying profitable niches and tool recommendations.

Tools & Resources

Supercharge Your Etsy Shop With Canva’s New AI Features (Magic Design, Animation, Magic Edit, etc)

Harness the power of Canva's AI tools to market your handmade product, enhance branding and boost sales for your Etsy shop

Optimisation & Conversion Rate

11 Reasons Why Your Etsy Shop Is Not Making Sales & How To Fix Them

Struggling to make sales on Etsy? Check out our article to discover 11 reasons why your shop might not be making sales, and how to fix them.

Pricing & Packaging

Affordable DIY Packaging Ideas For Etsy Shops

Discover cute and affordable packaging ideas for your Etsy shop that will help your products stand out and increase customer satisfaction

Starting Etsy Shop

(Free PDF) Checklist For Opening Your New Etsy Shop

Download our free PDF checklist for opening your new Etsy shop, covering shop set-up to Etsy SEO

Tools & Resources

A Beginner’s Guide - ChatGPT For Your Etsy Shop (Prompts & Examples)

Discover how ChatGPT can help grow your Etsy shop in this beginner-friendly guide with prompts and examples.

Starting Etsy Shop

How To Start An Etsy Shop For Beginners (Easy Step-By-Step Setup)

Want to start your handmade Etsy shop? This guide walks you through step-by-step of how to open your Etsy shop in an afternoon.

Starting Etsy Shop

Is It Worth Selling On Etsy in 2024 (Pros & Cons, Fees, Alternatives & More)

Is it still worth it to sell on Etsy despite the increasing competition and challenges? You'll know the pros & cons, alternatives and more in this guide

Operation & Management Tips

How To Write Etsy Shop About Section (Templates & Examples)

Upgrade your Etsy shop about section and stand out from the competition. This guide covers what to include and easy templates to use.

Customer Service & Getting Reviews

How To Get More 5-Star Reviews For Your Etsy Shop + Templates

Etsy reviews can boost your conversion rate and sales. Learn how to get more 5-star reviews for your Etsy shop in this guide.

Operation & Management Tips

Etsy Shop Announcement - 7 Ideas To Include + Best Examples

In this guide, we’ll look at how to write an effective Etsy shop announcement with real examples

Starting Etsy Shop

(For New Shops) How To Get 40 Free Listing On Etsy

If you are starting a new Etsy shop, read this guide and learn how to get 40 free listings to help you start your Etsy journey.

Tools & Resources

Is EtsyHunt Worth It? EtsyHunt Review, Coupon Code & Alternatives

Etsyhunt is a budget friendly Etsy SEO tool, but is it any good? Read this review to find out and see all its features

Digital Products

(2024) A Complete Guide: How To Sell Canva Templates On Etsy To Make Extra Income

Selling Canva template is one of the best ways to earn extra passive income on Etsy. I'll walk you through how to do so in this guide.

Marketing & Promotion

16 Black Friday Promotion Ideas For Etsy Sellers

Sell more during the biggest sales event of the year - Black Friday - with these 16 marketing ideas and strategies

Optimisation & Conversion Rate

13 Ways To Stand Out On Etsy From Drop-Shipper & Mass-Produced Reseller

With increasing amount of dropshipper on Etsy, here are 13 ways that you can stand out and differentiate your Etsy shop

Tools & Resources

17 Best Etsy SEO Tools 2024 (Honest Review & Free Options)

This review roundup tested 17 Etsy SEO Keyword tools including Alura, Marmalead, eRank, Sale Samurai and more. Read to see which one's the best

Tools & Resources

eRank For Etsy: Is It Worth It & How To Use It To Grow Your Etsy Shop?

eRank is a great Etsy SEO keyword research tool that is budget friendly. Read this review to see whether it's worth it and how you can best use it.

Tools & Resources

The OG Etsy SEO Tool Tested - Marmalead Review

Is Marmalead worth it? Does it work well for you Etsy shop? Read this review to find out whether Marmalead is right for you.

Tools & Resources

Alura Review - Is It Good & How To Use It To Find Winning Products On Etsy

Alura is one of the popular keyword and product research tools for Etsy. Read this guide to see use it to find winning products for your shop.

Etsy Updates & Trends

What Is Etsy Bestseller Badge? How To Get It, What Does It Mean, How To Find Bestsellers

Getting the Etsy bestseller badge may be difficult. You will find tips to increase your chance in getting one in this guide.

Starting Etsy Shop

How To Start An Etsy Shop With No Money? A Budget Friendly Guide

Your guide to starting an Etsy shop on a tight budget. Ways to save money on making products, taking photos, branding and more.

Operation & Management Tips

What To Do If Your Etsy Shop Is Suspended?

Top reasons why Etsy shops get banned or suspended, what to do to restore it and how to appeal the decision.

Optimisation & Conversion Rate

11 Biggest Mistakes Etsy Sellers Make & How To Fix Them

Avoid and fix these 11 mistakes that Etsy sellers make so that you can get ahead of competition

Digital Products

(2024) Step-By-Step Of Selling Printables On Etsy For Passive Income: A Complete Guide

Learn how to earn passive income on Etsy with printables and digital products, including best selling printable ideas, choice of design tool and more.

Etsy Updates & Trends

Etsy Search Algorithm Update - Keywords In Listing Description

Etsy updated their search algorithm in May 2022 to scan keyword in product description. Read this guide to see what to do.

Marketing & Promotion

13 Mistakes That Etsy Sellers Make On Instagram

13 Common Instagram mistakes that handmade Etsy sellers should avoid to improve their likes and engagement on the platform

Pricing & Packaging

26 Best Etsy Packaging Ideas For Handmade Jewelry

See how to stand out on Etsy with jewelry packaging. 26 real examples from successful Etsy sellers.

Marketing & Promotion

Email Marketing for Etsy Sellers (Best Way To Build Customer Loyalty)

Learn how to build long-term customer relationship with this secret marketing tool for Etsy sellers

Pricing & Packaging

How To Price Your Etsy Handmade Items (Formula, Strategies & Examples)

Learn how to price your handmade products on Etsy. We'll look at the dangers of pricing too low and how price can affect shopper's perception

Optimisation & Conversion Rate

10 Ways To Get More Clicks To Your Etsy Listings

Learn 10 practical ways to get more clicks to your Etsy listings and your shop

Pricing & Packaging

(2024) How Much Does It Really Cost To Sell On Etsy? (Types Of Fees, Breakdown, Examples)

Etsy fees can be a confusing topic for Etsy shop owners. We will break down the types of Etsy fees and explained with examples.

Etsy Updates & Trends

53 Trending Etsy Shop Ideas For Beginners - What To Sell On Etsy In 2024

Wonder what trendy, beginner-friendly products you can sell on Etsy? Check out this list of 53 popular Etsy listings for inspiration

Pricing & Packaging

How To Package Jewelry For Your Etsy Shop

Jewelry packaging can often be an afterthought, but if you do it right, your Etsy shop can stand out from the competition. Here are some best tips and examples.

Etsy Updates & Trends

(Updated For 2024) Etsy Star Seller - What Is It & How To Become One

With Etsy's new Star Seller system, there are some implications for you as a Etsy shop owner. This article goes through that and some of the controversies.

Pricing & Packaging

How To Ship On Etsy - A Guide For Beginners

A begginer's guide to Etsy shipping, including topics about who pays for shipping, how much should you charge and dealing with returns & exchanges.

Branding & Design

12 Simple, Inexpensive Ways To Create A Strong Brand For Your Etsy Shop

This guide shows you 12 easy ways to brand your Etsy shop, including creating a logo design, deciding on a brand voice, designing an Etsy banner, etc

Marketing & Promotion

Are Etsy Ads Worth It? What I’ve Learned From Running It For 2 months

Are Etsy ads worth it? This guide shows how they work and how much they cost. Learn from my experience of running Etsy ads for 2 months.

Starting Etsy Shop

Top 20+ Tips And Tricks To Kick Start Your Etsy Shop

Are you ready to turn your passion for creative crafts into a money-making business? These 20+ tips will help you get started selling your craft on Etsy today!

Digital Products

30 Most Popular Digital Products On Etsy (With Real Examples)

What are the most popular digital products on Etsy right now? We found some great examples and put together a list of the 30 hottest digital products available for sale on Etsy today.

Product Photography

8 Best Etsy Listing Photo Tips (+55 Best Product Photography Found On Etsy)

This tutorial will guide you through the steps to take stunning Etsy product photos (with real life, best product photography found on Etsy)

Operation & Management Tips

Should I Use Etsy Vacation Mode? (What Happens After? How To Turn It On, Message Template, Alternatives)

Need a break for your Etsy shop? Thinking of putting your shop on vacation mode? It is not that great of an idea. In this article, I'll show you a better alternative to vacation mode.

Pricing & Packaging

Should I Offer Free Shipping on Etsy (How to Do it Without Losing Money and Get Etsy Search Boost)

Free shipping to boost your Etsy search ranking? This post shows you whether you need to offer free shipping in your Etsy shop, and how to make it profitable if you choose to do so.

Marketing & Promotion

(Updated for 2024) 19 Ways to Skyrocket Your Etsy Sales (Etsy Marketing Tips You Can Use Today)

Want more traffic and better sales on Etsy? Grow your Etsy shop in these 19 practical ways in order to out-do your competitors.

Customer Service & Getting Reviews

How To Respond To Bad Reviews On Etsy (+Professional Template Response)

You can't please everyone, and you got a dreadful 1-star review on Etsy. Here is the guide of how to deal with that and use that in your favor. So that you can move on creating.

Marketing & Promotion

Best Tips To Make Etsy Advertising Work (Updated For Etsy Offsite Ads)

Etsy ads can make or break your Etsy shop. With the Etsy offsite ads update, it's more important than ever to have a strong strategy to leverage ads to grow your shop.

Optimisation & Conversion Rate

Maximizing Your Etsy Conversion Rate (Convert Visits Into Sales!)

Maximizing conversion rate is important to any Etsy shop. Keyword research, listing photos and product description all play an important role in helping you convert traffic to sales.

Etsy SEO & Traffic

The Ultimate Etsy SEO Guide 2024 - Improve Search Ranking & Get Noticed

Getting your Etsy shop to rank well on Etsy search engine results can be a challenge. Read this Etsy SEO guide for the best tips to rank better on Etsy

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