Do THIS Before Starting your Etsy Shop in 2020 | Tips From an Etsy Seller

Considering opening an Etsy shop? Do THIS before starting your Etsy shop! In this video, learn a ton of tips from an etsy seller of 4 years. I have an Etsy shop selling wood signs, vinyl decals, and personalized gifts. I am by no means an expert, but I have found some success in my Etsy shop, and I would love to share it with others. If you want to start a business, you CAN do it! Thank you so much for watching, stay tuned for episode 2 in this Etsy series.
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[@SandraDi]

I think a lot of people don't bother starting an Etsy shop because they think it's way too saturated to make sales. I almost didn't start my shop because of that but there's always room for new sellers. Great video :)

[@janicemackay2662]

I have seen so many articles and videos about Etsy and horror stories and bad experiences people have. This is really making me sceptical. I sell greeting cards and the fees would be expensive for a card.

[@SandraDi]

@@janicemackay2662 hi! Are you selling digital or physical cards?

[@janicemackay2662]

I sell physical cards. I believe that by receiving one of my cards you are sending a small gift. I sell other items like sign, gnomes, wreaths, ceramic christmas ornaments and ceramic decor. It’s been pretty much local on facebook @Janicescountrycrafts

[@christian4ever1962]

Very helpful...hoping to start my etsy shop soon...I am an abstract acrylic artists and I will feature wall art, functional art, upcycled art and one of a kind jewelry...no two pieces EVER the same...I have over 400 pieces ready to go...it will be called "Mimi's Cup Poureth Over." I will call it this because I am a Mimi, the best job I ever had, and, my cup runneth over, I said poureth because, well, my art is acrylic pouring...the Lord has blessed me to be a blessing to others and I plan to donate all profits to those in need as He blesses the work of my hands. I have subscribed and look forward to following your tips...

[@karlazavada5073]

Thank you for your tips. I'm really learning a lot from you and I'm so grateful for your videos.

[@DeehcentlyCraftyLLC]

Thanks for the helpful information to consider &/or do before starting a business! Thanks for the details and examples you gave as well. 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@BABYGIRL4U1]

Love your video’s, your so informative. It can be so overwhelming Xx

[@tracyharrison2276]

So informative! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. I bought a cricut maker, it is still in the box. I have been watching many videos to get an idea of what I'd like to make and where I want this journey to lead. This is great information! I'm getting super motivated to get everything set up and try my hand at designing something fun!😊

[@christencooper122]

Great info! Thank you so much! I just started my Etsy shop this week ❤️

[@tabithawarinner6958]

Thanks for all the valuable information!! I just found you a few days ago and have been binge watching you 😂 I would love for you to do a video describing exactly how you make a sign and the exact products (wood,etc) you use.

[@annaalpes]

Thank you for your video! I am in the early stages of planning to open a Etsy shop, al though I'm from the UK, I found this very useful!!!!

[@rossysanchez511]

You’re so sweet, thank you for this video 🙏🏼

[@michellenovak6331]

Omg I just want to give you a big hug...you are so sweet and helpful 😘😘😘😘❤️❤️

[@christieharrison9554]

I’m just starting a new adventure with my Cricut machine etc. I’ve been a hairdresser for almost 30years and you have given me so much great information! Awesome video!

[@sharisimonehampton5434]

Such valuable information. Thanks very much. I want to get started. 😉👍❤

[@wendp1818]

Thank you so much, I have been doing lots of research and practising before opening a shop, I just do not know what to start off with yet. Totally agree 100% about doing everything legally. Xx

[@elainebuchner1419]

Thank you for sharing this information. I have procrastinated on opening an Etsy shop for the past year and finding your site has given me steps to take in order to make it an easier transition. I repurpose old picture frames, cast mermaids to put on them along with seashells, etc. and will research to see how many other people do this as well prior to setting up my shop.

[@misshappinessandmissflower]

Thank you for making a really sincere and informative video :) Super helpful and super down to earth. I've just started an Etsy shop selling my illustration prints, which is kind of daunting, but you've made me feel like I should just go at it! Thank you :) xx

[@jemondacules9937]

Thank you for sharing maam,This was very helpful.I will start my shop next year,hopefully!watching from the Philippines.

[@sandradavis-gordon4148]

Excellent advice! I am not interested in an Etsy store, but your advice is helpful for the Shopify store that I'm preparing to start!

[@aileenmadej5763]

I just stumbled across you today and have been watching your videos while I work. Your videos are informative. I have an Etsy shop set up but have not had posted anything yet because I am so nervous. I hand dye yarn and project bags (zippered pouches). Good tip about the SEO as well. It was probably in another video but I am definitely going to get a label printer. Thanks again for sharing.

[@arielledugue8656]

Thank you so much for this video! :) I am considering opening up an Etsy shop. I was hesitant about it because I was going about it blindly but now you have really calmed my nerves lol. I am an artist and I wanted to start selling bookmarks and then branch out to other things.

[@ayshawelborn3794]

Thank you so MUCH!!! This was soooo helpful & TRULY beneficial!! Thank you again! ~One Love 💞🤗😊☀️💛💕💓

[@ebyers35]

Thank you for this video. I’m 22 and my boyfriend and I are both working on starting our own businesses. This kind of stuff they did not teach us in personal finance, lol. Lots of helpful tips. Good luck to everyone (:

[@latonyawhite2774]

Notes taken!! Thank you so much for sharing ❤

[@melissamiller5178]

Thanks for this fantastic video! Excellent tips and advice. Luckily I've already done half these things so I'm on the right track! A piece of advice to add, as someone who started a small (and short-lived) business years ago (in the AOL era) is that everything I thought would be hard, was easy (business name, IRS EIN, etc), and everything I thought would be easy, was hard! (marketing, actually putting together the product -- more of a pain than it was worth). Much more simplified/smaller products this time around (and I LOVE making them), so hopefully the second time's the charm for me! Best of luck to you, and other budding entrepreneurs out there!

[@susanjones8938]

I crochet and knit. I’m going to try to start a shop up. I opened one along time ago and it didn’t do well but wasn’t versed in all the ins and outs which you covered really well. So I’m going to rev up and try again. Thanks for the info and the encouragement.

[@waltmuller2444]

You have done a great job creating this video! I am in my 60’s and my daughter has convinced me to create an Etsy page for my woodworking crafts. I found this video to be very clear and down to business. A great overview of what I am getting into. Rock on!

[@AleshiaTV]

Your videos are EXTREMELY informational. THANK YOU for the time and effort put into these.

[@SimplySallie]

Thank you so much, that is so sweet of you to say!

[@melodywright2276]

Hi Sallie, Im making samples to get ready for photography. Im really excited about your video

[@micheleschell8692]

What a great informative video! I’ve been thinking about selling my products, I just love to make things and give them as gifts. I’m just afraid to really dive in, but friends tell me to start selling.

[@nancymckay-russell4360]

Glad to have come across your video! You are very cheerful and seem very outgoing! Nice to see!

[@SimplySallie]

That is so sweet of you to say, thanks for watching 😊

[@estrellie09]

Thank you! Wonderful advices 💕

[@mr.nascar4833]

So helpful!! Thank you so much!

[@kathystanley9996]

This is great advice. Thank you!

[@katiedutcher7166]

Can you please do a video on how to take product photos? Like how to stage pictures/ what to use as a background? Love your videos! So helpful ❤️

[@edsusankendallphotographyf6074]

Thanks for the encouragment. I am nearly ready to go live with my new shop and occasionally a well-meaning friend will stab at my confidence. My area is pour painting jewelry that I am very selective about choosing what parts to use and aim for quality assemblying. My hope is that putting up only the best will help with sales. Again, thanks.

[@gunamars9374]

With all those experiences, you are so humble,,

[@SimplySallie]

Thank you so much!!

[@puchip5963]

Thanks Sallie .. m also planning to start my ETSy shop. 🙂

[@danggm4859]

thank you for this video!!! 💖✨

[@odella9514]

Thank you so much. This was very helpful!

[@SimplySallie]

I'm so glad this helped! 😊

[@viancaramos7959]

Thank you! This is amazing!

[@chastityrenea]

Thank you for this information . It's much need. I can't really sell to my family members because they are not supportive and won't give real criticism.i won't let that stop me .

[@liznorth4028]

Thank you, Sallie.

[@carlatolentino7716]

What I did was I’m giving a sample to my friends so they can try it out and hopefully they can spread out the word.

[@sarakish797]

This was great thank you!

[@3babygirls330]

Thank you, alot of helpful information. 🥰

[@jemmiestone3496]

Thank you for this video. I am thinking about opening an stay shop. I crochet. God bless.

[@sheena9642]

Love your tips!

[@apan4201]

Thanks for the great tips!

[@TheAminoMel]

Hi Sallie! Thank you for your video! I am thinking about starting an Etsy shop and I would love to see more videos.

[@SandraDi]

Hi Mel! Congrats on thinking of starting a new Etsy shop - you should totally do it! What are you thinking of selling? I started mine a few months ago :)

[@nnabrenda12]

thank you! you helped a lot!

[@jaclynhilliard8877]

Wow this was wonderful, I never thought of half of this stuff and now I'm heavily thinking... I'm the one that started sewing at the end of a pandemic (fingers crossed)

[@SandraDi]

Hi Jaclyn! Did you open up an Etsy shop too? :) How is yours going? I opened mine a few months ago during the pandemic as well!

[@Alook_72]

Thank you! So much info 😊

[@neverthelessjess5618]

I’m in the process of starting a shop! I just graduated college and can’t get a job in my field due to COVID (I’m high risk), so I decided to put all of my creativity to the ultimate test. I’m working on inventory and buying items I need to get started, and I’m super excited!! Thank you for all the tips 🤗

[@gunamars9374]

Hi.. I have a plan too. To start etsy next year.

[@PeanutsPlants]

Thanks for sharing, this was so helpful!

[@SimplySallie]

Thank you so much for watching! I'm so glad it was helpful!

[@annathayer8003]

I’m thinking about starting my shop a little after Christmas and I’m planning on making stickers and decals out of vinyl. Later on I will add other things besides that but that is the main thing that I want to do.

[@SandraDi]

That's awesome Anna! Selling stickers and decals are super popular on Etsy. You will do amazing :) Just curious why you want to wait until after Christmas? Is there a reason you don't want to open sooner?

[@nikkinik35]

Thanks so much for the information 🙂

[@rosalindalozano233]

I love your business name!! :)

[@KishJohnson]

Thank you I am opening up my Kiosk at the mall tomorrow and I feel so unprepared but your video has relaxed my nerves. you are an inspiration thank you. Youre like my new best friend.

[@SimplySallie]

Aww, thank you so much! 🥰🥰🥰 Good luck, I know you'll do amazing! Let me know how it goes.

[@KishJohnson]

@@SimplySallie sure. Thank you 🙏☺️

[@debbiekindig9747]

Very helpful tips. I've been hesitant to start on etsy because I was afraid I'd be buried in the competition. But I think I'm going to take the plunge.

[@SimplySallie]

You can do it, i promise you can! 😊

[@dragonbonefist1510]

thanks, Miss!

[@julznjoel]

Thank you for his information. I am just new to etsy. And I think I need more improvement. I make tshirt with vinyl and stickers. Will add greeting cards and tote bags in the near future.

[@SandraDi]

Hi Juliet! I started my shop a few months ago as well. How is yours going so far? I'd be happy to give you some tips if you still need :) let me know!

[@CottageontheCorner]

I have 3 at Etsy shops, but I focus on my most busy one @FairytaleBadgeReels and you give really good advice. My shop laid dormant for a long time because I didn’t have faith in myself. I hadn’t perfected what I was making and my photos were awful, but persistence paid off like you say in your video. I’m able to stay home and Etsy and eBay are my full-time income. Trying KZbin, but haven’t had the courage to do more than screen recordings. But good for you, you’re so sweet and genuine in your videos.

[@sandrateer1994]

I am a quilt maker and want to sell baby quilts. To make them more attractive, I plan to make coordinating diaper bags, changing mats, burb cloths, and bibs. Mix and match, selling items individually and/or as an ensemble. I see lots of baby quilts, but not so many multiple matching items bundled together. I am struggling building an inventory to have to start. Still unsure about pricing and researching that. Thank you for comments on search engine. Your video was very helpful.

[@mirandalenzen1707]

I just started my etsy store!

[@connieallison91]

Great video as a;ways. You are so down to earth and real. I have an Etsy shop and at the moment only one item listed, my others expired and I did'nt renew them oops. My pictures are bad and I know that not sure how to improve them? I'm Yellow Daisy Crafts Co but not much to look at ?

[@msdowdell12]

Me and my sister want to start with selling stickers and then adding different things like soaps and resin things

[@kathysicuranza5999]

Great video ty

[@beneaththeredoak3962]

Thank you for the great info! I am working hard to get an Etsy shop opened soon. I am trying to do things the right/legal way. Could you share some of the sites that you mentioned to check for copyrights?

[@tiad2739]

I'm working on making a crystal shop and this was very helpful, thank you!

[@ashleyann2173]

Thank you I’ve felt really scared about starting an Etsy shop. This helped to realize to just be patient, take it slow and save up to get started. ❤️ I have 200$ to get started at the moment but I’m going to save up a little more... Also I’m curious did you get Business insurance for your shop when you started? Is this something I could wait to do?

[@ccstars7423]

Haha I was just about to start one tomorrow! Glad I saw this before :)

[@SimplySallie]

Haha good luck! Put that hard work in and you will succeed! 😊

[@ccstars7423]

Simply Sallie Thank you!

[@arandomperson7068]

Me and my friend are planning on making an Etsy shop together making occasion boxes and I’m going down and watching ALL of the Etsy videos for knowledge

[@SimplySallie]

Thanks so much! Good luck to you guys!

[@arandomperson7068]

Thank you! This video helped a lot, brought a lot into consideration!

[@jasperjaylopez3502]

Thank you for all your tips, Sallie, I appreciate it. I'm planning to start this kind of business, what can you recommend for me in buying my equipment and stuff? Would it be better to start by getting a package of Cricut machine with tools? or get it one by one since it is cheaper. My concern that is I might miss some important items. And is Silhouette cameo a good machine to start with? Thank you and God bless with your business Sallie.😊

[@HarmonicEnigma]

Hello. Thank you for the video. It was really informative and helpful! You mentioned that there are websites that will tell you if something is under copyright. Would you please share what websites you are referring to? :)

[@prosperity.]

i really hope you get this this video was posted two years ago.. How did you legalize your Business for $200. It's what I really wan to do before I start an Etsy shop and website.. and the only thing that's holding me back from getting started, in my mind its So Expensive and confusing. Can you point me in the right direction I would highly appreciate the blessing and this video is EXCELLENT Thank you.

[@carlatolentino7716]

I just started one yesterday but I’m nervous I may fail.. so i sew things I can use myself around the house Incase I don’t sell them.😆 my brother sells stickers cups and signs. I don’t know how to sell with family cuz that is looked down upon in my family.

[@arkimble7]

Do you do auto renewal on all your products? And what do you mean by “pushing” a product” thank you so much

[@judywilde3109]

Thanks for the great video. It is organized and you present so well. I just barely opened my shop (WildeWoodsCompany), and I'm looking forward to applying your tips. I sell deadwood and soon I will add driftwood.

[@paulatiamzon3692]

Im about to open my etsy shop! Ill do pet embroidery☺️

[@javanisehaynes9587]

Your growing fast

[@christh3gman]

Thank you for the great information; you have such a sweet personality.

[@SimplySallie]

Thank you so much!

[@janinejackson9477]

Wonderful Are you able to make vynal alphabet letters in Capitals and small letters, different sizes, different colours as sets please.

[@Kayd2111]

Thank you! Love the tips, and also since you mentioned Disney I see soo many companies like castleboundco that literally use Disney related stuff and always wondered how they are able to do it. I know if I even attempt Disney gonna be knocking at my door in 0.5 seconds. Lol I love their stuff but I wish there was a way of verifying before purchasing cause, isn’t that illegal too?

[@SimplySallie]

Yep, Disney is one of those companies that do not mess around and will come after you! Buying it isn't a problem that i know of, but selling definitely is.

[@BlackCat_2]

Gave your video a thumbs up because you mention the legal things and getting those in order first when so many videos on KZbin do not. It can cause a lot of avoidable problems down the road if people just jump in without worrying about legal obligations. I would share my name but I am thinking about changing it anyway to be just my real name. I am an artist and a sculptor. I think it would work better with just my own name. My thinking is did van Gogh or da Vinci use fake names? I would just use my last name but it is not as fancy as theirs so I may just use my whole name. :P - Heidi

[@intentionallyinpired]

Hi Sallie😀 just wondering if you know the answer to this. So if I purchase stickers on Amazon that are from a tv show and I put them in kits to sell on Etsy would that be breaking a copyright law? I’ve studied copyrights for a long time years ago but never in this type of instance. ? ❤️ thanks for your time. Maybe one of the subscribers here might know as well

[@merandafabich4495]

Do you have a recommended transfer tape?

[@mosbeyscustomcreations2906]

Hi! I am thinking about starting an Etsy shop and selling custom acrylic paint poured canvases as well as ones that I have done and will have as staple pieces. I am so nervous that these will not sell or there is no market for them.

[@ludgeropacheco4508]

How do you know if someone else is selling the same thing? There are so many shops who sell the same thing but I’m afraid that someone will saying I’m selling there products?

[@krisk3484]

What if you do made to order? I don’t have products. Does Etsy still work well?

[@richelleclay5731]

What did you use as your NAICS code?

[@pennyowens1892]

Your videos have been so encouraging, informative, and helpful. Question... How do you protect yourself from filling personalized requests that may be inappropriate. Do you have a disclaimer of any kind? You mentioned starting out on FB. Did you use your personal page, market place, or a business page? Thanks again... so much! You have such a sweet spirit...it bears witness with mine.😊

[@SimplySallie]

Thank you so much, this is so sweet of you to say! So I haven't gotten too many inappropriate requests. I have gotten a few that I wouldn't advertise, but if it is something I definitely wouldn't want linked to my shop I would just be honest and kindly decline. I started selling through word of mouth and facebook 😊 this was before marketplace, so I advertised on yardsale pages too.

[@sandracorreale4545]

I, too, am considering setting up shop. This video was extremely helpful 🤩 Are you working your business full time? How many hours per week are you committing?

[@SimplySallie]

Thank you! Yes, I do my business full time. The hours per day vary, but I definitely find myself working any chance I get. Holiday times are very busy. I currently have my shop on vacation mode while my family and I move 😊

[@AquaBloomStudio]

I am in the planning stage and researching and getting a lot of samples done so I can have at least 40 listings. I know that you used to do sewing and embroidery. Did you have a business for that? I am wanting to get into that doing birthday shirts and tutu. I love sewing. Whenever I get to sew it always makes me happy.

[@SimplySallie]

Yes, I started my business doing embroidering and sewing! It is a great niche to get into! Don't worry about having 40 listings, I started with 3 and did good, although the more the better. Good luck! 😊

[@AquaBloomStudio]

Simply Sallie oh wow. I thought the more the better but I guess I just need to start posting right away with what I got. Thank you.

[@JanaeEscarez1]

hi! do i need to have a business license or a seller's permit to sell my press on nails on etsy?

[@marywaldron1261]

Did you make an LLC or do you just have the DBA?

[@haylx0]

Loved this !!! My husband is CONSTANTLY nagging me about how cheap I sell my decals on Mercari. I want to open an etsy shop with pop sockets, decals, resin keychains, and resin coasters. I've been selling on Mercari for a little now and have done ok with it but I really want to do etsy without failing. I can't seem to understand the shipping part though !!!

[@SimplySallie]

You can do it! Shipping is really simple once you get the hang of it. You can set up shipping profiles for each item category you sell, so when you are purchasing your labels you simply select the profile and the item is ready to go! It takes seconds. I will definitely be doing a video on it very soon 😊

[@1111MMC]

I had an Ebay shop years ago, I still have it but only sell on there once in a blue moon. I would highly recommend getting a postage scale so you know exactly how much to charge for shipping. You can get a relatively cheap one on Ebay. It helped me out a great deal! I opened up an Etsy Shop three days ago called CreativeYarnBee but am working on building inventory first. Good luck!!!😉👍

[@paulromansr5850]

You're pretty and very informative ;)

[@lucyk8935]

I'm thinking of starting a shop because I LOVE making handmade jewelry, but I'm 17. How do I work with legality as a minor?

[@martharodriguez2963]

Hi, just found your channel... Just wondering where did you get your supply board?

[@SimplySallie]

The pegboard? It's from Lowes and I just attached some 1x2 boards behind it, and drilled the pegboard onto that! Thanks for watching 😊

[@myrabyanka5442]

Am thinking of doing decoupage plates, vases, led candle holders featuring napkin backgrounds and later possibly want to add mosaic s. How is name "Handmade by Myra?"

[@SimplySallie]

Love it! I would check to see if its taken online by some research, but it is a great name!