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Wednesday, September 23, 2009
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Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Getting Ready for my FIRST ever Craft Fair!
So just a couple weeks away from my first ever craft fair and already I'm feeling the crunch. Long lists of what I still have to make (in bulk). But presently I am planning my booth layout. What works best. I haven't really put forth much effort in researching it, and potentially that will be my downfall. But really we live in a commercial world and are bombarded by displays, layouts, signage, etc on a daily basis. I do my research every day I go shopping. Place items at eye level, have the purpose of an item clearly identified, have prices clearly labeled, have a professional setup - clean and neat, and make sure you display does not over power your crafts to be sold.
I’m pretty excited about getting some actual feedback from people face to face on my wares while showing off my abilities.
The biggest issue that faces me presently is how to gauge how much time it will take to do packaging and signage. Like always, I am sure I will underestimate the time needed to preparing this step.
Any seasoned craft show people out there that can offer me a word or two of advice, it would be appreciated.
I’m pretty excited about getting some actual feedback from people face to face on my wares while showing off my abilities.
The biggest issue that faces me presently is how to gauge how much time it will take to do packaging and signage. Like always, I am sure I will underestimate the time needed to preparing this step.
Any seasoned craft show people out there that can offer me a word or two of advice, it would be appreciated.
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Helpful ETSY ideas for New Sellers
So being a new ETSY seller myself and after spending many, many, many hours pouring through the forums and resources on the ETSY website, I decided to go straight to some successful sellers and ask them what there best advice if for new members.
Jack-pot – What a gold mine of great information – all of which I happy share with you! This forum can be read at http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=6288809 or you can just read below and continue to check back under the “ETSY help and Support” Category.
skybluedesigns2 gave some fantastic information about having GREAT photos, to really capture the viewer. The viewer assumes if you have great photos you MUST have great stuff. Make sure you use all 5 slots, front, back, inside, outside, bottom, top. I know with me I always have way more photos then slots for. skybluedesigns2 also indicated that you must give your location, as people like to know where they are buying from. I know that when I look for items to purchase, I always go through the items in my home region first, as I like to support the local community. skybluedesigns2 also suggests to use all 14 tags. I know this can sometimes be hard. If I cannot think of more tags for my items I’ll usually search for something similar on ETSY to see what tags they used.
Athenianaire says to get business cards. I personally just ordered some from VistaPrint, as they are always running promotions for free cards. All you have to pay is shipping and handling, assuming you do not want to upload your own logo or get too fancy. But they have a great selection. And carry them on you at all times. The other day I was at the fabric store and the lady next to me started chatting with me about making blankets. Little did she know just how many I make! I offered my advice as best I could and helped her with fabric selection but kicked myself that I did not have a business card on me to give to her. That’s the last time I’ve been without them.
AnnaArtiste gives the advice to re-list a few items daily, a couple in the morning and a couple in the evening. I had no idea about re-listing until just recently and now I see that everyone does it. How can anyone get along with out it.
More to come…
But if you have ideas about helping new sellers on ETSY, please comments below or hit the thread at the above given link.
Jack-pot – What a gold mine of great information – all of which I happy share with you! This forum can be read at http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=6288809 or you can just read below and continue to check back under the “ETSY help and Support” Category.
skybluedesigns2 gave some fantastic information about having GREAT photos, to really capture the viewer. The viewer assumes if you have great photos you MUST have great stuff. Make sure you use all 5 slots, front, back, inside, outside, bottom, top. I know with me I always have way more photos then slots for. skybluedesigns2 also indicated that you must give your location, as people like to know where they are buying from. I know that when I look for items to purchase, I always go through the items in my home region first, as I like to support the local community. skybluedesigns2 also suggests to use all 14 tags. I know this can sometimes be hard. If I cannot think of more tags for my items I’ll usually search for something similar on ETSY to see what tags they used.
Athenianaire says to get business cards. I personally just ordered some from VistaPrint, as they are always running promotions for free cards. All you have to pay is shipping and handling, assuming you do not want to upload your own logo or get too fancy. But they have a great selection. And carry them on you at all times. The other day I was at the fabric store and the lady next to me started chatting with me about making blankets. Little did she know just how many I make! I offered my advice as best I could and helped her with fabric selection but kicked myself that I did not have a business card on me to give to her. That’s the last time I’ve been without them.
AnnaArtiste gives the advice to re-list a few items daily, a couple in the morning and a couple in the evening. I had no idea about re-listing until just recently and now I see that everyone does it. How can anyone get along with out it.
More to come…
But if you have ideas about helping new sellers on ETSY, please comments below or hit the thread at the above given link.
Saturday, September 19, 2009
My Favorite ETSY shop for the week
Here in Norman, OK we have a incredible gallery of bronze work at The Crucible (Foundary and Gallery). A long dream of an artist that showcases some truly incredible work for the city. Artistry such as this is made to inspire, to push us creative souls beyond our comfort level, to demand and challenge us. I have been inspired today, and I hope you have too!
Thursday, September 17, 2009
My New Clutch
This bag is created with lovely elegant red and gold fabric with a luscious red lining.
Bag is handmade but is created with the simple stylistic elegance of a vintage clutch.
This clutch features a traditional metal clasp frame and flat bottom triangular design. This clutch is the perfect size to tote all essentials for an evening out.
This was so much fun to create and pick fabric for, I cannot wait to do another one.
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