How to start a shop on Etsy.

Starting a shop on Etsy is very easy. The hardest aspect of starting an Etsy shop is coming up with the kind of crafts you are comfortable creating, in order to supply the market you are targeting. If you don’t want to build your own crafts, you may source vintage items and sell them at reasonable rates.

There are upsides and downsides to everything in life, the same can be said about the kind of products you supply. I personally think it is best to create your own crafts for sale, in fact, no one knows about your creations as you do, hence you stand a better chance at selling your products just to mention one of the advantages.

A disadvantage is that the going rate for your crafts needs to be very competitive as lots of other vendors may already be selling the same or similar crafts. As for vintage items, one advantage is that the going rates are mostly high which is a good thing and the disadvantage is locating and gathering vintage items for your store which can be tedious and costly most times but if you like what you do you will find a way, not an excuse.

After coming up with your products, locate a supplier for your raw materials. I personally purchase all my supplies from the Etsy Club, I get a wide range of quality materials at reasonable rates and they are shipped right to my doorstep. Here is a link I added for your convenience.
Once you are through coming up with the kind of products you are comfortable with, Go to Etsy.com, click on the link “Sell” then click on Open Esty Shop and follow through with the process. Signing up is very easy but we will make a separate post with a total walkthrough on Etsy’s sign up process and product listings.

Once you are through signing up and verifying your Etsy store you may start listing the products you will be selling. Each product lists attract a small cost. Try to use professionally taken photos for all product listings.

Now, Simply purchase all raw materials needed from start to finish of your product depending on the kind of products you are creating. At first, you may not need to purchase a mass amount of supplies as it is best to supply on-demand but purchase enough to have materials left over for a few more finished products. Sometimes you may get deals of which if you purchase a certain amount of materials you get discounts, try to maximize on all opportunities when it comes on to business.

In some cases, you may need to wait until an order is placed before purchasing your raw materials as it is totally dependent on the product you are supplying.
This is a general outline of starting an Etsy Shop. Please leave your comments below if I missed anything if you have a question, concerns.

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How to decide what crafts to sell in my etsy shop?How to decide what crafts to sell in my etsy shop?

Deciding what crafts to supply in your Etsy shop can be a very tedious and can also be one of the easiest aspects of your Etsy shop. In fact, many persons who initially had an interest in starting an online business such as an Etsy shop got demotivated by such a simple situation. If you are the kind of person who initially created crafts for a living, Etsy will there and then be a bonus to your monthly salary. Hence, its a lot easier to start your supply chain.

In a case such as mine which i didn’t have a finish product in mind. I had to firstly find a finish craft product am very passionate about which were beaded jewelry, personally i think beaded jewelry are just worth having.

However in such a case. If you don’t have the know how, to create a product.

  • firstly find a craft which you either like, love or adore having and/or wearing or seeing others having and/or wearing. This way it give you the passion & ability to explore and create different variations such as different colors, styles, versions, etc.
  • Secondly research on how to build such craft from start to finish.
  • Thirdly attempt to build a basic version of the craft in mind. Your first creation may not be perfect but you will get better at it while creating more for your customers.

In the final stages, Find a reliable source to supply you with raw materials consistently. I recommend the Etsy Club Craft supplies shop, there you get a very wide range of tools, raw materials, and other supplies at very wonderful rates that can be shipped right to your door.

Tip. In order to ensure you are creating products of the same standards, you must be able to constantly get raw materials of the same qualities.

Leave your comments and questions.

How to make a handmade photo frame for father’s day at home?How to make a handmade photo frame for father’s day at home?

Father is a blessing for us from God. He is that person who makes every effort to make us successful in our lives. We celebrate father’s day every year and father’s day 2020 is coming. One day is not enough to pay salute to fathers, but we don’t appreciate them every day. So, at least on father’s day, we can show our love and affection for them in many ways.

We can give them a piece of appreciation which can make them happy and satisfied. There are a lot of ideas we have for a gift on father’s day like a customized mug or shirt. But your father will be happy if you gift anything made by yourself. Now, you will be thinking of what to make for father’s day?  So, after DIY father’s day card, we are here with another idea that you can make a handmade personalized photo frame for dad with a lovely message and beautiful picture.

How to make a photo frame for father as a father’s day gift

Don’t worry if you don’t know how to make a DIY picture frame for your dad. We will teach you to prepare a dad picture frame in less time with fewer things.

DIY rock frame

This DIY picture frame can be made quickly and looks very stylish and graceful.

Material

  • Any old or used wooden frame
  • Craft paint in grey color
  • Rocks of different sizes
  • Paintbrush
  • Hot glue

Method

  1. First of all, you have to paint the frame with brushes and wait until it dries.
  2. Now paste the rocks on it with the help of hot glue.
  • You have to cover the front side of the frame by pasting all the rocks on it.
  • Now add a note, picture or both. The photo can either be yours or your dad. The perfect option is your combine picture with your father.

So, a sophisticated DIY picture frame is ready as a father’s day gift.

“DAD” frame

Another photo frame, we are adding in this article is easy to make. It will be the best gift among all father’s day gifts.

Material

  • Newspaper
  • PVA craft glue
  • Paint
  • Readymade letters or you can cut from cardboard or wood.

Method

  1. First thing you must do is putting the newspaper on a smooth surface so that you can do your work comfortably.
  • If you have readymade letters “DAD” then it’s so convenient to make this frame. In any case, you didn’t find letters, so don’t worry. You can make them at home by cutting cardboard or wood. Just cut these letters on a paper and then cut from wood or cardboard with the help of paper’s letters.
  • Now it’s time to paint the letters in any color of your choice. I recommend you should choose the favorite color of your father.
  • You have to wait for the paint to dry. Meanwhile cut the pictures you want to paste on every letter. One thing you must consider that the size will be according to the holes of letters.
  • Next step is to stick your letters together with glue.

Here is your personalized photo frame for dad on father’s day.

How to make DIY Face Mask ExtendersHow to make DIY Face Mask Extenders

Coronavirus pandemic is taking its toll on everybody right now. More and more precautionary measures are being taken to save masses from the infection. Such preventive measures include effective lockdown and personal protective equipment such as face masks and sanitizers. Wearing a face mask is compulsory in some areas, and even some stores can restrict you from entering their store if you’re not wearing your mask. A face mask is scientifically proven to prevent infection from spreading.

Why do we need a facemask extender?

Some of us have long and tiring jobs, and more places are now requiring their employees to wear a mask. Eventually, one will have to wear a mask most of the time during the working hours, and it can leave you with some pretty bad bruise marks on the back of your ears due to tension caused by the elastic band. It is a painful experience, and almost all medical workers are suffering from it daily these days.

A facemask extender can be a lot helpful in this situation. It helps reduce tension on your ears so you can wear your mask for more extended periods without any discomfort.

How to make your facemask extender?

 

Crochet Extender:

This extender is washable and is really comfortable on the back of the head.

Things you’ll require:

These items can be purchased in our Supplies shop.

Steps:

  1. Take your preferred yarn, but make sure it has a bit of elasticity. It ensures comfort upon wearing.
  2. Using your crochet hook make a starting chain of 21 chains (or your desired length).

3.  Then make double crochet on the second chain from the top using the hook.

4. After making double crochet on the second chain, continue making double crochets till the 18th chain.

5. Stitch the last chain to your desired type. I’ve made mine a bit round by making two half double crochets then double crochet, triple crochet, double crochet, and a half double crochet. However, as a beginner, I won’t recommend you do this. If you’ve been making crochets for some time then it’ll be a piece of cake for you.

6. Now start making half double crochets for the next 18 chains.

7. After reaching the 18th chain, stitch this end to your desired type. You can try making both ends different too. However, I’ve made mine circular, like in step 5.

8. In this step, you’ll have to skip over the first half double crochet you made and then continue making half double crochets for the next twenty stitches and then join at the end.

9. Using scissors cut the string from yarn. At this point, your crochet face mask extender is nearly ready but needs some significant additions which we will address in the next step.

10. Sew in the remaining thread with the crochet so that no loose end remains insight. Cut off the remaining thread with scissors.

11. Attach the buttons and make sure you pass the thread multiple times through buttonholes so that they remain locked in their place.

12. There you go. Your DIY face mask extender is ready.

Or simply purchase a ready-made Ear Mask Extender from our supplies collection to save you the hassle. Shipped quickly to you.