How To REALLY Make $10000 In Your FIRST Year On Etsy - ALL The Details

[@DameNelson]

There are plenty on here who spout about how much they earn by searching and pretty much stealing ideas but calling it inspiration. They interview others who profess to selling thousands but rarely cover the work that it literally takes to design, upload, write product info, mock ups ect. They ALL jump on to selling/promoting the same paid for tool, or courses. I realised a while ago they're just very good sales people. One guy who sells sticker has a good yt. He shares his shop and has solid info. But honest ones are Few and far between. That's why you are a refreshing, upfront bloke with brilliant info. I imagine they hate your honesty. So thanks. ;D

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Dame, and thanks for your really interesting comment, I literally could write a book in a reply to you! You are bang on the money in what you say, and I KNOW what they are all up to behind the scenes. Yes, I am already being trashed in other "etsy guru" videos, and honestly I could not care less because I know what I am, and what I do is at the highest level possible. At the same time as being trashed though, they ALL copied my social media video, and now they are copying my "attitude" style as well in their thumbnails, but that's fine, originals create, copies imitate! Yea I know the sticker guy, he's OK, and its good he has transparency, the overwhelming majority of them will not show you anything data wise to back their videos up...and yes they are selling courses and want you on their email list, which in itself is fine, but the problem is they do not know what they are talking about, and that is what I have a problem with. Thanks for your kind words, I really appreciate knowing what you think, it helps me understand how my content, and indeed me, are perceived.

[@bettycooper369]

Ok who is this sticker guy lol

[@JohnFouke]

@@bettycooper369 My guess is they are talking about Tim Koa. He seems like a really humble guy who has worked really hard to figure things out the best he could and has actually been surprised by his own success. Check out some of his earlier videos if you want to know his backstory.

[@_Desiree]

@@JohnFouke I was just coming here to reply the same thing!! I love that guy!!! So clear and easy going and NO BS!!

[@christinegivens9048]

Yeah. I like sticker guy too. Humble. Transparent.

[@Helen-cw1qs]

Totally achievable. We are in month 3 on Etsy with our handmade soap company and we will have £1000 revenue this month. Steady listing and planning, making a good product, delivering good customer service and exceeding expectations. I’ve been doing e-commerce in the second hand market on eBay since 2002, I just adjusted and learned and listen to you

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi there, great to hear, please keep us posted with your progress!

[@SabrinaKish-h5o]

Your channel is amazing! I just opened my store (2 weeks ago) and have been following every step you tell here. I have 10 sales made in 2 weeks. Thanks for all the great content!!

[@etsyconsultant]

That is awesome!

[@harrietpatrick1128]

Do you mind me asking what you’re selling? I’m having difficulty with my store and I think I need to switch niches. I’m currently doing POD t shirts and I think I need to get out of it.

[@MissMolly3377]

I guess slow and steady wins the race, even with Etsy. I am so glad I found you, because I wanted to start a store, but I kept thinking, making a hundred designs, quickly will take so long, but I can do 1 to 2 a day. Thank you for all your info….and your short, to the point, videos. I appreciate it.

[@etsyconsultant]

You are very welcome. Good luck and thanks for the sub

[@Bandro09]

You're no BS Etsy tutorial videos are amazing. I'm glad I clicked on one of your videos when I did a search for Etsy tool reviews. This is eye opening for me since I'm just starting out on Etsy. It's like you giving me permission to relax a little bit and to reprioritized for next year instead of trying to rush into Q4. I appreciate you making this video.

[@etsyconsultant]

Thanks so much, great comment and thank you.

[@meaganc9405]

This is the most straightforward video I’ve ever watched; and I’ve been working on my Etsy store since January 2022. This is the second video of yours that I’ve watched, and I can’t wait to see more. THANK YOU, you have no idea how much I appreciate your clear perspective, I needed this right now 🙏

[@etsyconsultant]

Thanks Meagan, I am glad I am helping you! I am all about clear talking and no BS, as you will see.

[@rachaelthorpe4491]

I started a shop in August this year, sort of an experiment with POD. It’s okay but I learned so much from it. I’ve been working slowly to create a blueprint for a new store. I want to provide handmade items and my goal was to launch in January 2024. I’ve been watching a lot of your videos and they are always full of the best advice. I love this challenge and I’m going to make sure to focus and implement your advice in the new shop this January.

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi there Rachael, great to hear. Keep us posted with your progress.

[@nigiastephens6984]

Ready, ready! Started in December with a decor shop. Saw my first sales in Dec. Did good, not fantastic but good. January is slower, doing a sale a week. Gonna open another shop soon that’s all personalized. Love your vids. Been broke for a very long time, but not broken.

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Nigia, thanks for your comment, keep going.

[@nicolecapriani5918]

You’re the only honest guy that speaks the truth about selling on Etsy. Thank you for being an such honest guy.

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Nicole, thanks for your feeback.

[@lesleyhallows3005]

Hi! Me again... and the emotional journey since watching this video yesterday... I already knew that I wanted to learn more about creating digital products for Etsy, and was delighted when Nik spoke about it in this video. Then, having been given the niche suggestion as well, off I went as excited as... (because I'd been struggling with niche-ing down before). So I started exploring the said niche, and then had a panic moment, realising that I know diddly-squat about the subject, in detail at any rate, just in layman's terms. Panic over, off I head to good ol' "Chatty" and after some sorting, I've (it has / we have!) come up with a list of 71 items that I could start creating for potential digital sales (some would also lend themselves to POD at a later date). And some of the suggestions can be turned into multiple variations so in fact, the 71 could turn into so many more products. Thanks, Nik for pointing me in the right direction😃 Now then, off to do some work...

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi there, great to hear, thanks for sharing. Please keep me posted with your progress!

[@rachelbastow3667]

Ive just discovered you! Amazing content and raw material! I'm ready to start in January 2024... my niche is the candle world...i hope i can make those big sales! Thanks again!

[@etsyconsultant]

Hey Rachel, good luck and keep me updated on how you're doing.

[@esk6a]

Its March 02 today and I opened my etsy store 10 days ago. I am selling digital download items with POD in the fantasy niche. Its not january but I'm committed. Im Trying to to push 1 item a day. I've discovered your channel a few days ago and I wanted to thank you for all this valuable information. You are a blessing. Thank you good sir!

[@etsyconsultant]

No problem at all, keep is informed with your progress.

[@sonz4205]

You are honestly so great. Social media is overwhelming but I do list one a day (at least). I already have a store but love these ideas. Thank you!!

[@etsyconsultant]

Happy to help, Sonz!

[@lisaliv2585]

I like what you are saying here. ❤ I've been selling on Etsy for 7 years selling antiques. You have motivated me to open a second shop. Well done.

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Lisa, happy to help! Good luck!

[@carolinelabrie3564]

I am ready ! My shop is not already open, but i will do it in february. Now, i do my listing for a digital download business... You will see me in 1 year ! Thanks for your good advices !

[@etsyconsultant]

You're welcome.

[@texasbaby40]

Yesssss! I’m going to do this in January! Astrology is actually something I love so the digital download shop sounds right up my alley 😃 Thank you so much for this!

[@etsyconsultant]

No problem Tina

[@karlamurphy9934]

I opened my digital download and POD in Jan and have posted 1 to 2 or more per day! I’m in!!!

[@etsyconsultant]

Good luck Karla, go for it!

[@JJ-ef7lb]

Cheers Nick…. Your input is greatly valued by us all! I’m trying the digital route, just starting. Not expecting great things but I’m enjoying it 😅

[@etsyconsultant]

Hey, thank you for your feedback and keep me updated about your progress!

[@deborahjay6162]

I started a digital download shop in October. Have 28 listings and put new ones on regularly. But have had I sale a Halloween print. So I intend to keep going next year. Your advice is going to be so helpful. Thank you.

[@etsyconsultant]

Excellent Deborah, thanks for your story

[@EnchantedAnchorCo]

I'm Ready! Started my Etsy Shop in September 2023. A little late but, i'm dedicated!

[@etsyconsultant]

Great news, go for it!

[@jcutie230]

I’m so glad u mention getting just 1-2 listings in a day because I’ve been listening to other videos (before finding u) and they say to do 50-100 listings a day and omg it took me a full day to get my first listing up - I just don’t have a process yet and im a bit of a perfectionist which im working on… but thank u for this reality check!

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi, yes please don't ever do this, the people that say to list 50 or 100 items in a day have no idea what they are talking about. I literally deal with clients who come to me every week with stores that have 500 or more items in and no sales having followed this bad advice. 1 listing a day is the way.

[@ΠέγκυΜπαρούνη]

well, i've already lost 6 months, i'm not waiting any longer. starting right away following all (the rest of) your advice! will definitely let you know, let the world know when my etsy store gets on going with Santa on board! thank you for all the help!

[@etsyconsultant]

You got this!

[@MissMolly3377]

How is it going???

[@parisamohamed7706]

do more of these videos. I love your simplistic advice

[@etsyconsultant]

Thank you! Will do!

[@AngelWych1]

That is so interesting - thank you very much - a little late to start a new niche now, but something to think about most definitely. Wish I had seen this earlier in the year...

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi AngelWych, thanks for commenting. Stick around and you'll learn a lot more 😉

[@cynthiabarrera9617]

Yes I’m going to do this! thank you for the amazing advice!

[@etsyconsultant]

Hey Cynthia, any time!

[@simplyoliviajune1757]

Hey there, first off thanks for your amazing no fluff content that gets straight to the heart of what us sellers want to know. I’ve learned so much from you. My question is, I am a jewelry seller and I have been given feedback before specifically on listing photographs of earrings being worn, that it is “off putting” to buyers because they may see it as unhygienic or have concerns that their item has been used and isn’t brand new (even though I always create a new pair for every sale). Because of this feedback I changed my listing photos to flatlays of my earrings. What are your thoughts? Thanks!

[@etsyconsultant]

Hey Olivia, and thanks for being here! Here is my answer to your question: I work with jewelry shops on Etsy that do well over $1million a year on the platform, and they all show real life earring shots on ears, and very very rarely get anyone saying this. However, if you want to add a layer of customer service, you can put in your product description that the customer will receive brand new earrings. I would personally not draw attention to it though, no need.

[@simplyoliviajune1757]

@@etsyconsultant This is excellent advice, I will try that. Thank you so much!

[@terrytulipane6916]

Just a thought. . . what about a mannequin head?

[@ThatTarotGuy]

Hello. I just found your channel and your straightforward, no-click-bait, "contrapreneur" style is a breath of fresh air. I already have an ETSY store dedicated to tarot and astrology with only 21 products although I have not worked on it for a while. It's a digital download plus POD (tee shirts) with the digital items being digital journals, ebooks, etc. I like the idea of adding svgs and pngs to the inventory. Would you suggest building this store out (it's only had a handful of sales in the last year) or opening a new storefront? Again, thank you for your KISS advice.

[@etsyconsultant]

Hey Gary, good to have you here. Open a new store for the digital items, and have the other store for POD.

[@paulettemorrissey9428]

This info is amazing, thanks so much!! It's December 30, so I am going to start my new Etsy shop on January 2nd! So excited to try your methods - going to try the supplies category.

[@etsyconsultant]

Hey Paulette, thank you for your feedback and keep me updated on how you're doing!

[@michellemotuzas1520]

I started in January a downloadable art shop. My own art and vintage art. Have made 20 sales( low price point) I'm excited to keep going, it's been fun!

[@etsyconsultant]

Great news Michelle, thanks for letting me know!

[@laurierogers3336]

Go for it! I make handmade ceramic mosaic tiles and I made over 14K in 9 months. It is possible and requires a lot of hard work but worth it.

[@etsyconsultant]

Yes, go for it!

[@AmandaAndréeMcEvoy]

You are the best. Thanks for the video. I'm so excited for my Etsy stooooore

[@etsyconsultant]

You are so welcome!

[@jaztobefree2012]

Loving your videos and the no bs approach! Are there any other digital download niches you would recommend?

[@etsyconsultant]

Hey Jas! Thanks for letting me know I am doing it right! Yes...I will give you one that, if you take action, will make you plenty of sales (if you have the design ability)...shopify templates.

[@jaztobefree2012]

@@etsyconsultant okay thanks for that! I will look into the shopify templates 🙂

[@adriacrochets]

please do more on digital downloads!

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Adria, yes I intend to!

[@yourbestlifebrandi]

Wow super great video! Lots of valuable information in that you have already done all the testing! I have tried Etsy before but didn't know the formula, and didn't make any sales but now I will probably try again with the information you have provided. Thanks so much!

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi there, you are most welcome!

[@tcfsaf]

You say don't get sucked into YT videos and spend more time building your store. Well, I'm sucked in by your videos. So good for you and me. My wife is handling the store as I relay all the great information I get from your Etsy knowledge. We just started out a week ago. I turned on Ads but I believe I will turn them off after watching this video. Thank you and I'm glad I found your channel.

[@etsyconsultant]

Thanks for watching, definitely good for us both! Stay in touch with your Etsy journey progress.

[@christinegivens9048]

I just shut mine off too!

[@denisrichards7149]

I'm really enjoying your tutorials. I have one question regarding ship globally. Are you aware of Germany insisting all packaging used to send Etsy purchases, has to be either recycled or recyclable. Etsy refer you to the German authrities to register with your personal information to get a referrance number. I admit, because of data protection, and the hassle, this put me off shipping to German. Do you have any thoughts or advice regarding this? Also as I live in Spanish Territory, Correos is the postal service for everything and globally takes 10 days. They have no published postal tarrifs so adding on shipping is difficult. Courier companies are astronomically expensive and almost all insist on sisnging a yearly contract payable monthly or yearly regardless if you use then or not. Any advice greatly appreciated. Denis

[@etsyconsultant]

Just leave Germany out of your shipping, it is not worth the hassle for a lot of Etsy sellers.

[@thenaturalgemini]

This is really good information. I have watched so many videos about selling on Etsy and not received this type of info. I plan on opening a store and will incorporate your teaching into running my business.

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi there, thanks for your feedback, and good luck!

[@greendreamgirl1]

I love your videos - so much practical and doable advice. Really invaluable! I'm going to go the Astrology route - been thinking about getting into the niche for a while and this video really helps get me started. Thanks!

[@etsyconsultant]

HI Desiree, great to have you here, thank you! Go for it, good luck.

[@reynossa3187]

Brilliant video Nick, I’m committing right now to start a digital downloads store as soon as I finish your videos, not sure if it’s going to be a astrology one though. One question, do you see personalised digital downloads as being necessary? To take your example, a horoscope with someones photo and name

[@etsyconsultant]

Hey Reynossa, thanks for commenting. Personalized products on Etsy are a great idea!

[@StreetCatCity]

Thank you for your help and honesty! Great video, very helpful as I'm just about to open a new shop doing POD

[@etsyconsultant]

No problem, keep me informed of your progress with us all!

[@MatthewFurman]

This is an amazing video, because it is honest. You are a true master Nik. Keep up the great work 👍

[@etsyconsultant]

Thanks Matthew.

[@nikkirey007]

So pleased I’ve come across your channel. Fabulous. Let’s do this. Keep it coming - thanks so much.👍

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Nikki, thanks for your comment and great to have you here!

[@astridmariana25]

Hey Nick, you probably know me by now I keep commenting on all your videos. Sorry!! 😅 when you say supplies you mean physical supplies or can it be digital supplies? Digital supplies: social media templates, price list, ebook, sticker designs, business card designs. I can’t think of anything else or physical supplies like, label stickers, flyers, brochures, etc. do you think I can combine physical and digital supplies in one store? What supplies could I make? I don’t even know how to research on supplies. Thank you a lot for being be so kind to reply to all of my comments!! You are changing my life I swear you have no idea Oh, also todays March 4th. Should I wait next Jan or can I start? I have made 3 products so far. I haven’t opened my shop yet. Again thank you!!!

[@etsyconsultant]

Hey Astrid, that's fine! Supplies can be both yes. You can combine both yes, for everything else it would probably be wise to book a 30 minute consultation to narrow down what you should be selling on Etsy, you can do that on the link below: www.upwork.com/services/product/marketing-a-30-minute-etsy-problem-solver-video-call-with-the-world-s-best-consultant-1351219976669429760?ref=project_share

[@vidushisingh-pn3pb]

I make surface pattern design and started my etsy store last month and selling digital pattern.

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Vidushi, thank you for sharing!

[@thoughtfulcreation27]

Hi, I opened my shop on 14the November 2022. And it's been very very slow like I was loosing hope but now I came upon your channel just a couple of days ago and am still going to implement these ways as if I'm starting a fresh shop. My shop is about crochet goods.

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi there, thanks for your comment, and good luck! Keep going.

[@InquiringMindsKnow]

I am really glad I found you. I have been formulating strategies for my first Etsy shop. I do work 7 days per week already and wanted to replace that income. I am thinking to slow all this down so that I can build income from the shop in a realistic manor. When you say "make 10,000" are you referring to total sale amounts or profit? I am guessing I would make about 25% profit on average. I am looking to replace my job income, so this is an important distinction. I SO appreciate the realistic estimate - I needed to see this

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi there, thanks for your question, $10,000 refers to turnover. Good luck!

[@laarm888]

Thanks Nik, great video. I think it’s important to say that unless you have an interest in these niches then it’s highly unlikely to work for you. Motivation and enthusiasm are driven by passion for the items being sold.

[@etsyconsultant]

Very true!

[@Adventureboundcruisetravel]

I've always been interested in selling jewelry and did it 2 different times with physical products but I wasn't very successful. Going to expand my shop with POD. I'm not sure about the Astrology as digital downloads in April - I could probably do astrological illustrations. I already have Zodiac POD mugs (can also be done as shirts or illustrations) in my shop.

[@WolvesandWhatnot]

These videos are so valuable. How to we determine if a niche is overdone? Because now 1,000 people have seen your page, and if everyone is doing astrology, then what room is there left? Thoughts on how to niche that further down?

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Maria, my best advice is to watch this video, and reframe what niche saturation actually looks like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHrGcnqspLKbi5Y

[@jennybolch7200]

I’ve only just found your channel. And, YES, I accept your challenge. I have a bit of catching up to do as it is already February. I have a store I recently opened, printables. Only have 2 listing so far but creating more now I have learnt how important it is to add daily. Got suspended with my first listing which Etsy eventually reopened saying it was suspended in error. Got disheartened and let it sit for a couple of weeks. Should I list 2 a day to catch up? I am retired so I have plenty of time just need inspiration on creation ideas. Love your videos and binging them. Thanks for all free and excellent information.

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Jenny and thanks for getting in touch. You are OK to continue listing at 1 a day, that is fine, 2 weeks is not too long.

[@cindybee9270]

I have a digital downloads store but only have a couple dozen listings. I will work on creating a listing per day to get to 200

[@etsyconsultant]

Great, that is what is needed, then you will start to see what is working, you will never see this with 20, 30, 40 items.

[@paigekennedy9887]

I managed to do it! I hit this milestone, not in terms of profit but total sale value. This week I had a congratulations from Etsy. Thanks for all your video help. It helped me to get to this milestone! Now to work harder 🍀… I finally feel like it really could start to grow more in the future if I continue. Your videos have helped so much!

[@etsyconsultant]

That's so good to hear Paige.

[@lucyridges921]

Love this video! I have a mock up shop with some digital downloads on it - after seeing this video I might open it up to Astrology digital downloads too!

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Lucy, thanks for commenting. You can do anything, as long as it works well together with your shop's theme and niche.

[@lilz4112]

Very helpful info-packed video, thank you!

[@etsyconsultant]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tracyselena]

You're my favourite Etsy/KZbin channel!!! Thank you for so much great advice. Question...If I go with the Zodiac idea.... should I put up 1 listing which targets "zodiac" themed keyword(s) and then 12 others almost identical focusing keywords on the individual zodiac sign? And If so...would my 13 listings at that point count towards my 100-200 listings goal? Or because it all has the same design, would it count as just 1 listing towards my 100-200 goal? I hope that makes sense.

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Tracy thanks for the feedback I appreciate it! Yes you would want to list individual star sign listings, and they would count towards your listing goal.

[@BubbasChibi]

My shop is 4 years old. I've sold mostly crystal and I've not been very energetic about it. I do have some supplies for sewing, so I could try to offer those to see how it works. I do have a question - you said to add price and shipping. Is this just to get a decent profit margin? Because Etsy will add the shipping on top of that. Thanks and I'm so glad I found your videos.

[@etsyconsultant]

Thanks for being here! Yes it is to make sure you are being paid for the work you do, and also to see which shipping model works best for your store, try both and see. You add shipping not Etsy FYI.

[@loicsar1378]

Hi great advice for beginners and I'm sure seasoned sellers also. Would you also recommend the same 3 niches for those starting out in 2024?

[@etsyconsultant]

If you are good at design/producing, yes.

[@danielanecsulescu]

Thank you so much for your videos. You are an inspiration for me.

[@etsyconsultant]

Thank YOU Daniela for telling me this, it keeps me going.

[@flowergirl27]

Thank you so much !! What do think about POD jewelry? I don’t really have the skill to create jewelry fully on my own other than bead jewelry maybe.

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi there, thanks for you comment. Sites like 'ShineOn' are heavily saturated on Etsy, however if you can find a decent alternative supplier than that could be worth exploring.

[@isabelduffey4157]

Hi nick just started building my store Thanks for your help 😊

[@etsyconsultant]

You're welcome.

[@destinovivo]

I going to do it! Thanks for all the information! Very helpful

[@etsyconsultant]

No problem Carlos.

[@SeanEgan-s7f]

Hiya Nik, Great videos I've spent the last few days watching loads of them and will continue to do so..Just not sure about the 3 Niches you have mentioned in this video as I cannot get excited or passionate about any of these and I thought it was very important to believe in what you are selling. They just don't float my boat lol. Would you suggest that I stick with something that I can relate too or is it just that for the purpose of proving a 10000 income is sustainable these three niches are where you've had the most success. Keep providing the great content as its brilliant especially when there are so many money grabbing Gurus out there that do talk a load of BS in order for you to buy into there sponsored sites. All the best Sean.

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Sean, it all depends on your mindset. If you can work long term on a store you are not passionate about in terms of product and niche, but will sell, then you can do that. However most people need to feel something for the work they are doing, and relate to it, and if you can match that relatedness to a niche that also sells on Etsy, that is the secret! Thanks for your feedback as well, I read every single message and reply to every single message (although it kills me sometimes!) Cheers

[@ican8441]

Thankyou so much for such an informative content. I have a question about the supplies niche. Are we allowed to sell these on Etsy as i thought Etsy is focused around handmade items?

[@etsyconsultant]

Yes, absolutely

[@tsennetteable]

Hi Nick! I love your content. Please keep it coming. I have read through the questions and your answers. Your answer to someone doing POD clothing/apparel was that it is much harder to succeed in. Would you expound on that? Is it harder because of how much is needed in my store? What makes it harder and how can I be successful in that POD space. Thank you for all that you do.

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Terry, yes it is because so many sellers are doing it AND so many sellers do not understand the necessity of differentiation to succeed. To succeed you have to be different, and offer something alternative to the masses.

[@JohnFouke]

I’m learning how right you are about differentiation. That’s something the other KZbinrs address only by saying you need to “niche down”. But even when you go from animals to pets to dogs to Dachshunds, you must have some damn good design skills to offer truly appealing Dachshund shirts. That’s something the gurus never tell you - and I’ve listened to literally hundreds of hours of their videos. For differentiation with POD clothing through Printify or Printful, you can’t stand out with price, you certainly can’t stand out with speed of delivery, you can’t stand out with quality of printing, and you can’t stand out in customer service. You can only be as good as 10,000 other POD stores. So in my thinking, you MUST be as good in all of these areas AND you must be extremely specific in your target customers while offering exceptional designs. This is a high bar to reach for most of us who start POD stores because in my opinion what most of us really want is a winning lottery ticket. Sooner or later we realize this takes very hard work mastering many skills and the financial reward is typically many months down the road. Just how I see things so far. I’m enjoying hearing your take on all that you’re covering. Thank you.

[@JohnFouke]

@@etsyconsultant Nick, please see my comment above. Forgot to tag you before I wrote it. Thx

[@mattandmariastraveltrailer7265]

We just started our store a week ago. We travel the country in our Travel trailer. So we have tons of pictures from cool places. Our store is from those pictures POD to canvas. We have had pretty good traffic in our first week with 70 items in our store. We are going to add two pictures a day like you said. Thanks for all your tips.

[@etsyconsultant]

Wow, great to hear! and you are very welcome.

[@LivingInTheShade]

This is interesting I would try the digital download as I wouldn't have to deal with postage.

[@etsyconsultant]

Yes, downloads is the easiest route to take, although it is still lot's of work.

[@madshader]

The Digital Downloads sounds great. Less overhead, lower initial cost, and less customer support needed since they can't return it!

[@etsyconsultant]

Exactly King.

[@TheCalmHappyGut]

I'm SO in!! I love astrology and have just started an Etsy store in a different digital niche.... so i'm going to pivot, map this out and start from 1st January!!! Thank you!! :D

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi there Jayne, great news and good luck.

[@roamiblu1833]

YES, I WILL DO IT! I just saw this so I'm going to start today, March 1, 2023!

[@etsyconsultant]

Awesome.

[@LouHartyLive]

I have a Crochet Store which evolved into a Crochet craft supply store

[@etsyconsultant]

Great !

[@Lanefasts]

Hello, It's been 2 weeks since I stopped doing daily sales, and for the first week, it was good, and sales continued even though there were no more shop sales... However this week the sales have slowed down considerably, and I find this surprising despite the fact that this is the holiday shopping season, usually my busiest

[@etsyconsultant]

Hey Lanefasts, yes I am also seeing this, just to give you some perspective, one of my clients who does $6 million a year on Etsy is 45% down this November versus last year, although please remember covid and the spending that went on then.

[@melodeelucido1446]

Another wonderful video tutorial. I am up for the challenge!

[@etsyconsultant]

Good luck Melodee, go for it!

[@selinh.7425]

Your KZbin CHannel helps me so much and motivates me! Keep on going:)

[@etsyconsultant]

Thats great Selin, thanks for letting me know!

[@angelan2216]

Since I’m a graphic artist and creative, I like designing T-shirts and mugs, maybe totes, but I’m very interested in digital downloads, especially for astrology. Thanks for saying what you did about shipping. I was offering free shipping as a newbie, and yes, I was too nervous to offer global for anything. I’m sure that wasn’t helping. I’m not waiting for January… having too much fun with it NOW!

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Angela, fantastic - great to hear, go!

[@kaanmutafoglu4470]

I will follow the rules, and let you know. By the way, your experience and teaching are one of the best on youtube. Thank you

[@etsyconsultant]

Thanks Kaan, good luck!

[@Masteringvoiceover]

Nik. Holy cow! Thanks so much for the practical advice. I'm going to do this with digital downloads and mix some print on demand. Thanks for the non delusional info. Cheers. Dan

[@etsyconsultant]

Cheers Dan. Glad it was helpful!

[@estherthomas3972]

I’m so nervous about starting up. Recently retired 50 yr old. What’s your opinion on selling crafts iv made ( clay and resin art) and diy craft kits with a tutorial please, I have a gorgeous collection of silicone moulds, so the kit would include An item to decorate ie wood blank or shape/pumpkin/ bauble etc a set of 6 matching resin pieces ie angels/ mermaids/ butterfliesetc Paints Glitters Waxes and anything else that’s needed for project Video tutorial I’m thinking £29.00 for kit I could also just sell the castings as furniture appliqués or to artists and crafters plain or painted options. I’d love to hear your thoughts Thanks so much 🙏🏻 Love all your videos your very real ! Thank you Esther

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Esther, and thanks for your comment. My thoughts are DIY craft kits are definitely worth pursuing, and you could also sell supplies in your store too, to get those item numbers up. If you do it, keep dropping in and letting me know how it's going. Go for it Esther, now is the time, I will help you as and when I can, and PLEASE watch all my videos, these will help you so much!

[@mch24]

Thanks for another great video. Excited to try this out :)

[@etsyconsultant]

No problem, thanks for letting me know.

[@WolvesandWhatnot]

So I just found your videos like two days ago. I am not really sure what month you were recommending people start building their store for January. For me it’s currently the end of October, so should I still wait for January? Or should I go ahead and get started once I watched all of your videos?

[@etsyconsultant]

Just get started Maria, it is Q4, lots of traffic coming in to Etsy.

[@lindseykarndt]

I'm committing to this! Thank you!

[@etsyconsultant]

Go for it!

[@andreacastanedawyszkowski5225]

Hi! Thank you for your suggestions. Your videos seem real, with a lot of practical information and not magical promises. So, I'm willing to try it. I've just started on Etsy, I've opened my store, but I haven't uploaded much yet, first i wanted to analize everything and choose wisely what to do. I'm interested in digital products, but I'm thinking of trying another niche because I'm not an astrological person. I hope your advices work also for other niches. ;)

[@etsyconsultant]

Thanks Andrea and wishing you all the best for your new store.

[@louisejballard]

I am going to try your challenge, with the supply idea.

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Louise, Great go for it!

[@uttarakhandrock1411]

Thank you for sharing such important information.i think it's a practical video for etsy sellers.which will help seller's to grow business.

[@etsyconsultant]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lenyjaneromero2546]

Yes . I am subscribing to your video. Because I am planning to put my own etsy store too.

[@etsyconsultant]

Good to hear.

[@Rachel-j9k]

Great video!! I’m actually binging everything right now😂 Regarding an astrology-themed digital download store, do we only sell one type of digital download (planners, calendars, Clipart) or a few of each type but sticking to the same theme? I’m worried that it’ll limit how I expand my product line in the future

[@etsyconsultant]

You can sell different products, see what looks right for your brand.

[@Rachel-j9k]

@@etsyconsultant thanks for answering!

[@bobbybeardsall7708]

Watching again 😊

[@etsyconsultant]

Great, thanks

[@saralloyd557]

Thank you. Working on my jewellery. Can never get my videos to upload though

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi there Sara, thanks for your comment. This may be due to the size, 'kapwing' is a site that will crop your videos to the size that Etsy requires. There are also other tools out there.

[@sandrasch1964]

Video about listing pleaseeee🤗 We waaaant thiss🥰

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Sandra, great to have you here. Yes it's on my to do list!

[@cindybee9270]

I’ve been watching your videos. What do you recommend for seasonal listings? I usually let them sell out, then renew them the following year. You say that’s detrimental, so do I just keep them active year round?

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Cindy, do two things: 1 Leave the original listing in your store as active, yes. Your listing is in the same boat as everyone else in regards to seasonality, so if it has sold keep it up because the listing WILL sell again next season. 2 Make a copy of the listing and improve it, and post that as well next time when the season comes up again and see if you can get sales on that as well.

[@cindybee9270]

@@etsyconsultant thank you! Your channel is like a breathe of fresh air. Heads above the rest of the channels that talk about Etsy like it's a get rich quick scheme.

[@susanpuckett7682]

Thx so much !!!!

[@iama6834]

Hi Nik, great video as usually, you are definitely the best in this field. I am interested in selling Jewellery, do you have any recommendations for where to source Jewellery from? Thanks, Is

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi there, thanks for your comment. As Etsy is a handmade market place you need to make the jewellery or buy the components to make it pass as handmade. Buying jewellery from a wholesaler and re selling it within Etsy is not allowed.

[@thesb2836]

wha kind of digital supplies can I make besides svg's? Also great video. i've stopped watching other etsy gurus in youtube. My first store failed because i took the wrong advice

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi there, thanks for your comment. Gold tip: mock ups for POD stores.

[@Qwijebo]

You need to make a video on how not to get suspended for no apparent reason and to prevent buyers from cancelling orders when they cannot message you.

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi John, I will be doing this, hopefully out next week.

[@a-view]

Hey mate, thank you for doing these videos...I appreciate them! Questions: I am am absolute beginner, and when you talk about products etc, where do you get them from? And how do you personalise them? And where do you go for designers etc? Thank you

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Sotkas, thanks for your feedback. I've answered the question on another comment about designers. For the rest I recommend that you book a call with me as there is a lot to unpack there. www.upwork.com/freelancers/~01ae270fc1d9865dcc

[@a-view]

@@etsyconsultant thanks mate....sorry where did you reply to my question about designers?

[@fionawebster1983]

Thanks Nik. I've started with jewellery so all your info is great. 😊

[@etsyconsultant]

Great Fiona, keep me in the loop on how it's working for you, and as always any questions, just ask!

[@starlight1939]

Challange accepted! I am going to do everything I learned from you. 1st step turning of my etsy adds for just 7 listings I have at the moment (started 2 weeks ago). Thank you so much for the valuable information! :)

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Star Light, great, good luck with it!

[@abbycat000]

Has this worked for you?

[@megandicken1088]

What are your thoughts on embroidered jewelry, maybe with accents of the silver and golds you mentioned? I was already planning to do this, so was excited when you mentioned jewelry as the first niche. But not sure if you meant full metal/metal gemstone jewelry only. Thanks!

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Megan, I did generally mean full metal, but your idea sounds great, and lower competition too.

[@chelceybarraza2664]

Amazing! Thank you for all the upfront no nonense wisdom!

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Chelcey, you're welcome.

[@jasono2563]

Excellent videos glad I came across them! One question when you talk about price range ex: $20-$50 for listing your products, is that product cost plus shipping should be in that range or just product cost?

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi Jason, it depends on whether or not you are doing free shipping or not. The price displayed on the vast majority of your Etsy listings should be between $20 and $50.

[@crisjewellery]

Hi Nick I watched almost all your videos and i am so glad to have the opportunity to get accurate info . There are some gurus who don't give so much info as you. Moreover, i did the ads advice from another KZbinr and unfortunately, the ads ate my money with zero sales and decreased my conversation rate. To add a pick on my mistake, I did Pinterest ads on my other store. I had multiple clicks and no sales. I know it decreased the conversation rate because before I started Pinterest ads I had sales and after,,,, no no no :( zero and a barely have any views now. I just started to add 1-2 listing a day with better pictures and hopefully will get up soon. Thank you for all your videos. I learned from you much more than I learned since I have esty store.

[@etsyconsultant]

Thanks so much, keep watching, and keep up the good work.

[@crisjewellery]

Thank you too Nick. Please, can you do a short video about your opinion sales on etsy? Thank you

[@lesleyhallows3005]

Whoop Whoop, digital downloads 👍As you might see from another (slightly long-winded) comment of mine on another of your tutorials (What Is Coming in 2024 - Be Part Of It) I'm really interested in creating digital downloads, and now you've suggested the niche to boot! (I was struggling with that) Happy as...😅 Thank you Nik😊

[@etsyconsultant]

No problem Lesley, make SURE you watch my new complete Etsy store course video, which premieres next Wednesday, link is below to get notified!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHStm55qrdCbeJY

[@lesleyhallows3005]

Thanks Nik, I've just gone over and clicked the 'notify' button. Looking forward to it...@@etsyconsultant

[@Sashahphotography]

Hi Nick, Thanks for all the valuable tips, great videos. Trying to come up with ways to provide useful listing videos for digital products that you don't have physical versions of - do you have any suggestions - Thank you!

[@etsyconsultant]

Hi there Sasha Thanks for your comment, you can print out digital items to show customers how they use, if this will work with your items.