Rebroadcast of On The Round. Originally aired April 2015.   Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Rebroadcast of Sucre Shop. Originally aired February 2015.   Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Rebroadcast of Sophia Pagan Photography. Originally aired February 2015.   Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Rebroadcast of Designed by Dani N. Originally aired February 2015.   Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Rebroadcast of Cherry Pixels Photos. Originally aired February 2015.   Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Rebroadcast of Too Many Pieces. Originally aired January 2015.   Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Rebroadcast of Mahogany Rhino. Originally aired January 2015.   Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Rebroadcast of Tenerina Bags. Originally aired January 2015.   Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Originally aired December 2014.   Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Originally aired February 2019. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Originally aired April 2019. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Originally aired December 2018. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Originally aired May 2018. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Originally aired May 2018. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Conversation originally aired April 2014. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Conversation originally aired March 2014. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Encore episode. Orignally aired December 2014. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

From early days of her mail order business to her current jewelry designing, book writing and health coaching, Cecilia Leibovitz shares her entrepreneurial journey. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Darowan is a Canva template and digital product creator and she helps coaches and content creators by providing time-saving tools and templates for their online businesses. She transitioned from selling physical products on Etsy to an all-digital business model that now allows to live a nomadic life. Listen to our convo to hear her unique story. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

From accountant to Etsy seller and Etsy educator, Lauren Kilgore has found success on the platform and now also shows other sellers the way to do the same. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

She birthed a business during the pandemic, then birthed a real life baby after her COVID wedding, now Marilyn is sharing what's happened with her brand, Gemini Fusion, over the last two years. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

Deb started off selling her handmade crafts on consignment in brick and mortar shops. At the urging of her daughters who were already selling on Etsy, she opened up her own Etsy shop and hit on a trend before it became a trend. Now she runs a successful side business on Etsy selling her handmade gnomes and home decor items and is sharing her Etsy journey on the podcast. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

With over 25 years of business banking and investing experience under her belt, Gloria Ware supports Black women and BIPOC through building the networks, visibility and communities that enable them to unleash their individual and collective power. We talk about how she applies this mission to sellers in the Etsy community. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

Finding your niches sometimes doesn't mean hours of keyword research and using multiple tools and endless hours of market research. For Tonya of Accented Glory her niche was right in front of her eyes everyday and in our conversation she shares how she landed on it and has grown an accessory and jewelry brand that gets featured in major publications. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

From grappling with the idea that she's an artist to having her designs featured and sold on home decor items in Target, Dorcas shares her Etsy journey. From dreaming of being a fashion designer to a stint in finance and now a thriving full-time career as an artist. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

Whitney is a relatively new vintage seller who opened an Instagram shop in April 2021, after being furloughed then quitting her job as a nurse. She opened her Etsy shop - ThriftyWhitneyShop - in December 2021, and then launched her own website at thriftywhitney.com where she focuses on selling vintage home decor and textiles sourced from the Midwest. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

Christina had a dream that she couldn't ignore. Although it wasn't easy, she quit her job and created Sari-Sari Storybooks where she publishes children’s books in the diverse languages of the Philippines. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

Alison dreamt up Philanthropy Babe in 2019, and made the dream into a reality in January 2022 when she opened her Etsy shop - Nonprofit Fundraising. Philanthropy Babe is a creative project for and she uses her skill set and knowledge to help others make a positive impact on the world. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

From doing extensive research about her products to connecting with the best suppliers of ethically-sourced raw materials, selling her line of soy candles and aromatherapy products is more than just making a sale to Stefanee, it's about offering a product that enhances and elevates the lives of her customers. We chat about her journey on Etsy (and beyond) and much more in our conversation. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

Astrid is a 13-year old Etsy seller paving her own path to Etsy success as a true one-woman show. She shares her Etsy journey story in our convo. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Selling Notion templates on Etsy is a an unsaturated niche that not only provides an opportunity to earn well but also to help others get organized. Michelle from The Better Grind is back again to talk about Notion and how sellers can learn to get started selling in this niche. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

Sarah started off on Etsy selling bookmarks but today she's helping Etsy (and ecommerce in general) sellers get a handle on their numbers, thus increasing the profitability of their businesses with the business spreadsheets she sells.  Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

You have skills you've gained just from being an Etsy seller and those are skills someone would probably be willing to pay you for. Aubree Malick hosts the podcast Freelance to CEO and in our convo she shares how Etsy sellers can create an additional stream of income by offering services to others using skills they've learned as Etsy sellers. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

Learn from Alyssa Rivera, Product Manager at Gelato, how this print-on-demand production partner is revolutionizing POD for Etsy sellers and enabling us to scale our businesses and create passive income streams. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

It's been just over a year since Nicole was last on the podcast and in our convo we discuss what she's been up to since then. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

Michelle created a niche for her Etsy shop in a market that she understood after she tried fitting into one that she didn't. She shares in our convo what it took for her to figure out her lane on Etsy and how she has now not only found success, but is sharing tools and a course that helps other sellers find their own profitable lanes on Etsy also. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

Julie and the team at Gold City Ventures offer a wildly successful course teaching how to sell printables on Etsy. In our convo, we talk about everything, from what the course offers (and it's a lot), to the keyword research strategy they teach students to help them grow successful Etsy shops selling printables, all without the need to rely on social media, and so much more. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

Angie White from Episode 340 is having a 5-day flash sale on her Etys shop re-branding and makeover course. If you haven't yet picked up a copy, you can get ie now for $50 off for the next five days - July 16th, 2022 through July 20th, 2022. Grab your copy at  

Cat Hutchings runs two Etsy shops and combined and after years of selling on Etsy she has become an Etsy-made millionaire. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

Sasha is a Certified Management Accountant who has left her corporate job and is now a full-time top 1% Etsy seller. We talk all about how she accomplished that in our convo. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

Chrissy's Etsy journey started with her trying to get rid of a flower wall. And now, four years and almost three thousand garlands later, Chrissy is making over 6-figures a year and going strong. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

Sue Monhait runs her own product-based business and in the process found an educational gap that women in business were experiencing. This led her to create Gift Biz Unwrapped and in our convo this week she shares how she uses both her podcast and her platform to help women in business grow to six-figure businesses and beyond. Buy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ Be My Podcast Guest - https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Angie runs the Etsy shop The Celebration Bird which she opened in 2020 as a side hustle doing something she loved - graphic design. Now with almost 3000 sales (at the time of our convo), she's also created a very helpful course for Etsy sellers about how to up the branding of their shops. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

Tess is a veteran Etsy seller who's been selling on the platform since 2008. She's found organic success by putting in the elbow grease and going with what the market asked for. Listen in to hear her journey. it's fascinating! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/

Etsy just announced an update to listing descriptions and how Etsy Search will work going forward. Listen to get the details in this bonus mini episode of the podcast. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/etsyconvo Connect with me on https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/ https://convome.com/be-my-etsy-conversations-podcast-guest/  

Typewriter Tim, like his name implies sells vintage typewriters on Etsy and has found great success in this unique niche. Tune in to hear the story of his Etsy journey. Connect with me on

Becky is a returning podcast guest. She's gone from Etsy seller to social media manager and this week is sharing the story of her journey from one to the other. Connect with me on

This week I chat with Abby Glassenberg, President & Co-Founder of the Craft Industry Alliance. From her early days as an Etsy seller to creating the foremost organization for craft industry professionals, we discuss Abby's career progression and how the organization she co-founded is helping to advance and support the crafting industry. Connect with me on

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In this short episode I talk briefly about Etsy's new increase in fees. I give my own opinions about it and I invite you to share yours as well. Listen to hear how you can make your voice and opinions heard right here. Connect with me on

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Rich is a software engineer by day, a volunteer high school STEAM educator by night, and an Etsy maker and seller at all other times in-between. Listen to his inspiring story in this episode. For more information and links to resources mentioned, visit Connect with me on Instagram

Alicia has been selling her jewelry on Etsy since the very early days and after having multiple features of her work both on and off Etsy, she is sharing lessons on how others can find success on Etsy even despite the platform's changing landscape. For more information visit Connect with me on Instagram

From starting out with a shop on Etsy, she has grown Aligned Adventure into a brand way beyond Etsy. She now coaches other Etsy and creative business owners on how to break through the barriers that stop them from accomplishing their creative business goals. For links to resources mentioned visit Connect with me on Instagram

Mandy and I talk about niching way down for success on etsy because that's exactly what she did and it has paid off in a big way. From being able to bring her husband into the biz full-time to hiring employees and so much more. For links to resources mentioned visit Connect with me on Instagram:

This week we learn about Craftkit and how to use it for email marketing for Etsy sellers, Designed to help you grow sales & improve customer service, co-founder Andreas Lundahl explains it all. For more information and links to resources mentioned visit Connect with me on Instagram

Olga and her team run have a homegrown clothing line and Etsy is the platform they use to launch it. Listen to hear this unique perspective what a clothing business can accomplish on Etsy. For more information visit Connect with me on Instagram

Jessica created a business around a need she found in the greeting card space by making greeting cards for the good, bad, and messy moments of life. For more information visit Connect with me on Instagram

Elizabeth went from corporate America to Etsy but not by choice initially. She has since made very sweet lemonade from lemons... Listen to our convo to hear how she did it. For more information visit Connect with me on Instagram

Stacey started on Etsy in 2014 but didn't hit her stride until February 2021 and now with a focus on self care and mental health and wellness, she's making plans to make her business her full time income source. For more information visit Connect with me on Instagram

Vanessa needed a creative outlet and eventually it turned into a growing business on Etsy. Hear how she transitioned to entrepreneur and book author in our convo. For more information visit Connect with me on Instagram

Allie is running a business on Etsy that fills a gap by providing resources for mental health including printable workbooks, wall art, and cards. Finding a niche has been key to her gaining traction. For more information visit Connect with me on Instagram

Allison sells nature-inspired tattoos and after having to pivot due to the pandemic of 2020, she has hit her stride and over 11,000 sales on Etsy and is now nurturing a business with an eye on the future. For more information visit   Connect with me on Instagram

Wholesale In A Box has grown and evolved since Emily and I last spoke and she and her team have added an additional resource for Etsy sellers - One Mill School. I'm talking all about these new developments for Etsy sellers ready to expand their business with Emily Kerr-Finell. For more information visit   Connect with me on Instagram

It's a message that bears repeating, to grow you need to expand. This week I'm talking about diversifying revenue streams for Etsy sellers with The Product Boss Ladies, Jacqueline Snyder and Minna Khounlo-Sithep. Visit for links to all resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

Hillary opened her Etsy shop as a creative outlet and created a niche within a large market where she now sells her custom pet gifts. Hear how she niched down and found what worked best for her business. For more information visit Connect with me on Instagram:

Nicole was a SAHM trying to maintain her sanity as a new mom. She opened her "little" Etsy shop to do just that and now it's 6-figure income store with over 18,000 sales. For more information visit Connect with me on Instagram:

Walkthrough of new Etsy research tool Sale Samurai with developer Neil Lassen. Learn how this tool helps improve your Etsy sales & business. Check out and use coupon code "etsyconversations" without the quotes to get 20% off your subscription for life. For more information visit Connect with me on Instagram

Tonya Weekley is finding success in a passion-based business on & off Etsy as the creative soap-maker at The Bodacious Bee & real estate agent with Lynn Real Estate. For more information visit Connect with me on Instagram

From teaching elementary school children part-time, to teaching English to children in China, to running her own craft workshops and of course creating her vibrant handmade quilts and quilted products, Darcy Hunter has a lot on her plate and she loves it all. This week we get to have a discussion about how she’s keeping it all in balance, and more. For more information, visit Connect with me on Instagram

Becky started creating jewelry that brought her solace and eventually realized it was doing the same for others as well. She’s now building her Etsy shop and business around sparking joy in others through her positive and uplifting jewelry. Visit for more information. Connect with me on Instagram

Getting featured on Etsy is a dream right? For all the good it can bring, there are some things to be aware of. Kwadwo runs the Etsy shop Crafted Glory Design. It's been two years since our last convo and he's back and he's sharing his experience with getting featured by Etsy. For more information visit Connect with me on Instagram: @EtsyConversations

We get real this week about the struggles of hitting a wall when selling on Etsy and techniques for breaking through w/Angeline of Sew Seal Deliver. For more information visit:   Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/etsyconversations/

Hannah become unemployed on account of the global pandemic of 2020, but she doubled down in her business and on TikTok and her sales went through the roof.

From not liking to read books to making it his mission to help children of color develop a love for books and reading, Robert Trujillo is using his art for good in many ways. For more information and for links to resources mentioned visit ConvoMe.com  Connect with on Instagram: @EtsyConversations

Shoshana Cantwell left a secure job in corporate America at the height of the COVID pandemic to start an Etsy-based business. In our convo this week, she shares more about her journey onto Etsy and beyond. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

Kelsey hit the ground running when she started her business, from an ecommerce site to a product line she eventually pivoted from... Now she uses her graphic design skills and inspiration from her surroundings (no matter where she is) to create artwork, prints, and home decor items which she sells in her Etsy shop, on Amazon Handmade, as well as on her own ecommerce website. Hear more about her journey in our convo. Learn more at Connect with me on Instagram:

Ashley Lohr is as organized as you'd expect an educator to be and she brings that skill to her business on Etsy combined with a deep passion for her craft. Ashley runs The Rosie Finn on Etsy where she sells her handmade enamel jewelry and in our convo we discuss careers, family, running a business, and everything in between. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

Have you considered using influencer marketing to generate sales on Etsy? That's exactly what Ben of HSP Shirts stumbled into and the results were astronomic. We talk about how he's been able to navigate Etsy and running his own ecommerce website for his growing screen printing business. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

Growing a passion-based Etsy shop has become a welcome outlet for James of Hobbs Ceramics. Hear how he's getting to grow his business in the wake of the pandemic of 2020. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

Running a business is about more than just the money. For Christina, it's about a mission - social justice, representation, cultural awareness, and accessibility. And yes, profit too, but so much more. Visit for more information. Connect with me on Instagram:

Unlike most SAHMs who start their Etsy shop when they have little ones, Andrea waited until hers were older before she threw herself into growing her quilting business organically on Etsy. Learn what's working well for her and get tips that you can use for your own shop. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram

This is the second installation in the continuing series as we follow a brand new Etsy shop from inception to becoming a thriving business. Suze Emina of Ruby Suze Art is back to catch us up on what's been going on since her initial shop setup and I work with her on next steps and set goals for the next few months. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

Clyde Carper is starting out his business on Etsy and he has a greater goal for it which is go global. In our conversation this week, you'll learn about his plan to maximize the Etsy platform to help him grow his brand. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

Aarica Smith is a new seller and we talk about her journey growing on Etsy and building her business from the ground up with an eye to the future. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

Cindy has been running her Etsy shop amidst changing seasons on the Etsy platform and things just keep getting better for her business as she weathers the changes. Visit for more information.

This week do a deep dive into email marketing for Etsy sellers and how AWeber makes the process so much easier. Jena Bagley is the Advocate Manager for AWeber and she shares valuable information about how Etsy sellers can leverage this tool with minimal effort. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Try AWeber for free at   Connect with me on Instagram

Growing on Etsy is one thing; learning how to do it successfully is another. Caleb runs eBuild Design and he's not only doing both, he's teaching other sellers to do the same. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram

I'm catching up with Ashleymarie of Sey Studios this week on the podcast. if you've ever wondered what happens to guests after the show. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram

Irene got featured on Etsy one Black Friday and ironically, that was when she knew it was time for her grow beyond Etsy... And she did! Visit for more information and links to all resources mentioned.

Figuring out content marketing strategies for Etsy sellers can at first seem intimidating but that’s where service like Blog Your Store and specialists like Chi Odogwu come in. Visit  for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

From in-person selling to online selling, Sarah Miller of Seaside Harmony Jewelry shares the ups and downs of both and where she is today. Visit for more information and links to all resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

From COVID bride to budding entrepreneur, Marilyn is making lemonade from lemons and bringing joy to other COVID brides in the process. Visit for more information and links to all resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

Karen believes in "community over competition" and this philosophy has served her well. She has run her Etsy shop Sully's Softies since 2014 and in that time has not only grown a fulfilling business on Etsy but she has also grown a thriving community of wool creators who help each other be better creators and run more successful businesses. Visit for more information and links to all resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

Starting and growing a side gig on Etsy has been a viable way to earn additional income during a pandemic for Ellie of Natural Needle. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

What does it really take to scale a creative business both on and off Etsy? Elizabeth Whitton of Felted Sky is my guest this week and she breaks it all down. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

Learn about some very unique ways to sell vintage items on and off Etsy from vintage seller, Jessica Dollar of Pretty Old Books, who is successfully doing them all. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram

Lauren opened her Etsy shop after having a blast planning her wedding on Etsy when she found some gaps that she could fill. Now she has a growing and thriving digital products store serving the wedding, home decor and baby shower niches. Visit for more information. Connect with me on Instagram:

Join me for this new series where I guide a new seller, Ruby Suze aka Susan Emina, through the foundational steps of setting up a brand new Etsy shop all the way to running a successful Etsy-based business. This is the first installment in the series. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

From studying sculpture to creating simple everyday items from reclaimed wood in the Scottish Highlands, Richard got into Etsy with a very deliberate plan and he’s growing his shop while simultaneously keeping Scottish traditions alive and well. For more information visit Connect with me on Instagram:

Rashmi works as a software engineer by day and by night she’s running a business on Etsy that was birthed out of her return to a calming practice - creating pen art and pattern-centered art around culture and dance. Hear how she juggles both by setting reasonable boundaries and expectations of herself. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

It’s been three years since Anna and I last spoke though I’ve been keeping up with her via Twitter and she’s back to give an update on what she’s been up to since our last chat… What new things she’s now and what’s still working and what isn’t for her business. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

Lauren runs the Etsy shop Funky Monkey Children which she opened in 2012. With 8 years of selling experience and almost 17,000 sales under her belt, she is now sharing her Etsy knowledge with other sellers as a podcaster and Etsy education specialist. Visit for more information and links to all resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

Jennifer hung out on Etsy with her shop for two years but when she realized she was bringing in her own massive following who were fiercely loyal to her brand, she knew it was time to own her brand. Hear how she did it and how she's thriving after taking control of her own brand (not just a website). Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

As an Etsy seller you need to get a good handle on your finances, and even more so if you want to grow your business. Danielle Hayden is a CPA, co-owner of Kickstart Accounting and the creator of the Profit Planner journal and this week she’s sharing tips and resources for Etsy sellers when it comes to bookkeeping and accounting. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

If you think you're missing out on sales because you haven't done all your Etsy things by the book, then you'll enjoy hearing Reggie's Etsy story. With over 13,000 sales on Etsy and a customer base willing to wait months for one of her dolls, she's paved her own unique path on Etsy and you'll learn that you can as well. Visit for more information and links to all resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

Katie Jo found quick success on Etsy soon after setting up shop, but she still found herself learning a lot as her business took off. Now she makes it a point to give back to the maker community through mentoring even as she continues to aim for higher goals in her own shop and business. Visit for show notes and links to all the resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

If you dream of expanding your brand beyond Etsy but still using Etsy as the great jumping off point that it can be, you'll enjoy my chat with Laura Knopp. She has successfully grown a stable brand on Etsy and then transitioned it to her own freestanding site where she now has a unique product line she offers... And more. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

Everything was going smoothly until COVID-19 hit and Brian's Etsy shop got directly hit in an indirect way. Fortunately, he figured out how to pivot, expand his product line and benefit from Etsy's offsite ads program in order to still come out on top. Visit for all links and resources mentioned in this episode. Connect with me on Instagram

After hearing from numerous co-workers that they'd quit their jobs if they could create the type of art she did, Leigh Nodar decided to make a go for it. Within a year she was able to match her salary as a nurse and actually quit nursing to pursue creating and selling her art full time. Hear the full story and much in our convo this week. Visit for more information and links to resources mentioned in this episode. Connect with me on Instagram

Deciding to expand your Etsy-based business to an ecommerce site is a big one. Shopify is an alternative that lots of sellers consider. Tune in to hear the pros and cons of adding on a Shopify store with Shopify Expert Elle McCann of Curious Themes. More information available at Connect with me on Instagram:  

Nancy Badillo learned the hard way what not to do online. Now she's sharing her Etsy shop success tips and much more with other sellers. Visit for links to resources mentioned. Connect with me on Instagram:

Joey LaMeche travels the world and runs his Etsy shop at the same time. In our convo, he shares his Etsy story about the joys of experiencing other cultures but also the very real ups and downs of running an Etsy shop without having a true home base. Resources and links mentioned are available at Connect with me on Instagram

In the midst of the COVD-19 pandemic of 2020, Etsy put out a call sellers to help alleviate the shortage of face masks because they forecasted that the supply wouldn't meet the demand. Susan Kistler runs the Etsy shop Rocky Loves Lulu and she responded to that call. What happened is both amazing and inspiring. She shares her Etsy story in our convo. Resources and links mentioned are available at Connect with on Instagram

My next webinar is coming in July! Join me for a live online training session on Etsy Ads (formerly known as Promoted Listings) and Offsite Ads. Learn how to use these advertising options to drive more sales to your Etsy shop. Come with your questions, we'll have a Q&A session after the training. Register at   Visit for more information

Kate started her Etsy shop Bolt and Rally as a side hustle while working as a flight attendant. Then the COVID pandemic hit, she was furloughed, and then... Her Etsy shop sales really took flight. Hear her heartwarming story of something positive in this midst of a crisis. Links and resources mentioned available at Connect with me on Instagram:

Join me for a live online training session on Etsy Search and SEO. Learn how to optimize your Etsy listings for Etsy Search and Google Search. Come with your questions, we'll have a Q&A session after the training. Register at Visit for more information

The COVID-19 pandemic affected businesses in different ways. Charlotte of Crooked Crow Masks figured out how to a successful Etsy-based business across two continents. Resources and links mentioned available at Connect with me on Instagram

Are you thinking about setting up your own ecommerce website and wondering if Shopify is a good option... Or better than Etsy? Here's my take. Resources mentioned available at Connect with me on Instagram:

Maddy Stevens might be a young Etsy seller but she's putting in a tremendous amount of passion and grit into her Etsy shop Miss Maddy Makes. Links and resources mentioned can be found at Connect with me on Instagram

Learn how you can easily your Etsy (and other) products on Instagram even if you don't have a website (ecommerce or otherwise). Original post and all links and resources mentioned are available at Connect with me on Instagram:

Alisha's creative business has grown since our last convo in 2018. From hiring a virtual assistant to starting an email marketing campaign, and making time to create a video course on Skillshare for online and ecommerce-based businesses! Links to resources mentioned and show notes are available at   Connect with me on Instagram

Learn how you can get free access to the online crafting class site CreativeBug and not just for a free trial period. Original blog post and all links and resources mentioned are available at   Connect with me on Instagram:

Colette has been running her Etsy shop Ever Blooming Originals for 9 years and her daughter Ceanne joined her a year ago. With over 28,000 sales this success has come with some "happy" growing pains. We talk all about this and much more in our convo. Enjoy! Visit for links mentioned in this episode. Connect with me on Instagram

Welcome to the first episode in the audio blog series of the Etsy Conversations blog on ConvoMe.com. Etsy Q&A: How Much Does The Average Seller Make On Etsy? Original post, including all links and resources mentioned available at  

Since our last convo on the podcast in December 2017, Julie has gone from about 1,000 sales to just under 6,000 sales on Etsy as of the time of our convo this episode. She's done that by working smarter not harder according to her and she's sharing exactly what that means in our discussion. Enjoy! Connect with me on IG: All links and resources mentioned are available at  

What started off as a creative outlet for a hobby eventually has turned into a thriving and growing business for Naa Ardua of Paper Flo Designs on Etsy. Learn how she has expanded her creative reach and educational offerings on Etsy and beyond. Connect with me on Instagram: Find all links and resources mentioned in the show notes at

I'm thrilled to announce that I will be part of the official Etsy U Instructor program for 2020 and in this episode I share what the program is all about and what being a part of it means for me and for your Etsy-based business. I also talk about the Google My Business and what it means for you. All resources mentioned are available at Connect with me on Instagram

Cindy went from collecting vintage linens to growing a successful business on Etsy selling them, and it all started with an innocent de-stashing project. Listen to hear the full story behind her Etsy journey. Connect with on Instagram: Full show notes and resources mentioned available at

Stacey left Etsy and set up her ecommerce website back in 2018. It's thriving and she now sells on Twitch well. Catch up with Stacey to learn how her journey has been going. Connect with me on IG:

Amayo runs the Etsy shop Southern Pantherrr and she's based in Calabar, Nigeria. We talk all about her Etsy journey, including the ups and downs of being a seller based outside the U.S. and how she overcomes some of the hurdles associated with that. If you're an international seller and you wonder how others are making it, listen in and be inspired. Visit  for more information.

Daphne has organically grown her Etsy shop, Macramental, from zero to almost 800 sales in just over two years. Her Etsy journey shows that growing a business doesn't have to be a stressful, frenetic venture. Listen in to hear how she does it. Visit  for more information.

Traci is a vintage Etsy seller & coach and she has a passion to help other sellers, especially those who are in the vintage line of business, do the same.  Visit  for more information.

Kwadwo runs the Etsy shop Crafted Glory Design and this week we talk about how he eased into running his handmade business and an Airbnb business as well... All in addition to a full-time job! Visit  for more information.

Learn how you as an Etsy seller can get started very simply with your digital marketing strategy, and when you're ready, how to scale that. My guest is Katie Salmon of Katie Does Marketing and she's sharing who she helps shop owners and makers do just that. Visit  for more information. To support the podcast, visit  

Megan, Molly, and Sheila are the mother-daughter-sister trio behind Meg and Mo's Clubhouse on Etsy and this week we get to talk about what running an Etsy shop as a family business looks like for them and so much more! Visit for more information To support the podcast please visit  

Passive income is a great way Etsy sellers can increase their earnings and not necessarily have to leave the platform in the process. In my discussion with Emily, we brainstorm ideas and steps that Etsy sellers can use to come up with product lines that will generate passive income (eventually) for them. Visit  from more information To support the podcast, visit  

From building your business community to the benefits of peer groups and business coaching/mentoring, Katie Hunt the Founder of Tradeshow Bootcamp and prolific creator of educational content for creative business owners, share tips and information for business owners at every stage. Visit  for more information Connect With Me: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/etsyconvo - Twitter: To support the podcast, please go here:  

Janine runs the Etsy shop Kwohtations and she's taken it form a hobby to a side hustle and now to her full-time business. But it's not just about money, she creatively uses her skill and craft to promote social awareness too. We talk about all this and much more... Visit  for more information Support the podcast:  

Running a business that's environmentally responsible and profitable at the same time is very possible and Liz McDade, the owner of No Trace Shop on Etsy shares in our convo exactly how she does it and how other sellers who aspire to run eco-friendly businesses can do so as well... Without breaking the bank. Visit  for more information. To support the podcast, visit    

Carly runs the Etsy shop Pendant Place Store and in our convo she shares not just what she's learned from opening (and closing) two shops before this one, but also shares some very detailed tips and techniques she uses on social media to help increase her reach and grow her Etsy sales... And much more. Visit  for more information. To support the podcast please visit  

Cristina runs the Etsy shop Lacey Fields and she unexpectedly learned how to keep her Etsy-based business afloat when life struck unexpectedly. Learn what happened and how she overcame it and now makes her full-time living with her handmade "personalized paper goods for every freaking occasion". Visit  for more information. To support the podcast visit  

Lone lives in Denmark and has found enough success on Etsy to quit her day job and run her Etsy shop, Hundekollektivet, full time... and she's loving it! I enjoyed getting a peek into the ins and outs of what selling on Etsy as a non-U.S.-based seller is like. Visit for more information. To support the podcast, please go .

When you think "Bunny With A Toolbelt" + Etsy, what's the first thought that comes to your mind? You'll learn all about what Hilary Pfeifer, the brains behind this brand is doing both on and off Etsy in this weeks' podcast episode. Visit  for more information. To support the podcast, please go .

Matt Foster has gone from teaching blacksmithing to students at the University of Maine to running his own thriving blacksmithing business. In our convo, he shares his absolutely intriguing and unique journey on Etsy and beyond as a creative entrepreneur in the re-emerging craft of blacksmithing. Visit  for more information. To support the podcast, please go here:   

Rebekah runs the Etsy shop My Joyful Endeavors and she proves that Etsy is a level playing field for everyone, from young to not-so-young, to find success on Etsy and make a good income from their shops. Visit  for more information. To support the podcast, please go

Nicole opened her Etsy shop Lost in Lettering as a creative outlet in late 2017... Fast forward to today, and it's growing into a viable business which she's had to scale based on customer demand and brings in steady income. Visit  for more information.

If your Etsy endeavours have grown to the point where you need to hire some extra help, then I have some tips for you on how to outsource and work with freelancers without losing your mind or your rights... Visit  for more information Connect With Me: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/etsyconvo - Twitter: To support the podcast, please go here:  

Anastasia started off selling one thing on Etsy and then changed course and found the perfect Etsy niche for her. Now she's working on growing her business so she can transition to being a full-time creative entrepreneur starting with her Etsy shop - Shawl Pins By Lirimaer. Visit  for more information. To support the podcast, please go here:   

Buyers love knowing exactly when their package will arrive and knowing the exact date can help you get that sale... In this episode, learn how to set up your Etsy listings to exact delivery dates to buyers. Visit  for more information Connect With Me: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/etsyconvo - Twitter: To support the podcast, please go here:  

A lot happened when it comes to sales taxes in 2018 and it affects all online sellers. Mark Faggiano is the CEO of TaxJar and he's back on the podcast to talk about what the new sales tax regulations are, how they affect Etsy sellers, and what you can and/or should do about it. You'll also learn how TaxJar can help ease the burden on you. Visit  for more information. To support the podcast, please go here:   

If you live in the U.S. then this episode is for you. For both U.S. and non-U.S.-based sellers, please consult with a tax law or accounting expert in your country about what you need to know if you sell to customers in the U.S. Visit  for more information Connect With Me: - Instagram: - Twitter: To support the podcast, please go here:  

Bonnie has sold over 5,000 of her art-based products on Etsy and after figuring out what does and doesn't work, she's now also teaching struggling and new sellers how to find their own success on Etsy. Visit  to learn more and for links to everything mentioned in our convo. To support the podcast, please go here:   

This is Part 5 in the 7-Part “Ultimate Guide to Etsy Search” series and it’s all about using your About section and gaining good reviews to help your shop rank higher in Etsy search. Visit for more information Connect With Me: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/etsyconvo - Twitter: To support the podcast, please go here:  

Running a mobile ecommerce business is totally possible, and with some planning and good organizational skills, you'll find that you don't have to be tethered to one location if living the nomadic lifestyle is what you really want. Callee runs the Etsy shop Bestowed Essentials in addition to her ecommerce site and podcast hosting. Hear how she does it all while being a vanlifer in our convo this week. Visit  for more information. To support the podcast, please go here:   

This is Part 4 in the 7-Part “Ultimate Guide to Etsy Search” series and it’s all about tips for increasing your sales conversion rates on Etsy which in turn may help your listings rank higher in Etsy search. Visit  for more information. Connect With Me: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/etsyconvo - Twitter: To support the podcast, please go here:  

What does it take to run a highly successful product-based business (both on and off Etsy)? Well, Kelly Parker Smith of Hello World Paper Co should know because she's doing it right now. With over 19,500 completed sales generating more $500K, Kelly knows a thing or two about what works and what doesn't and now she teaches other Etsy sellers how to go full-time with their own product-based businesses. Visit  for more information. To support the podcast, please go here:   

Welcome to Part 3 of the 7-part review Etsy's "Ultimate guide to Etsy Search" series. Learn some strategies for pricing your your shipping competitively so as to help improve your product rankings in Etsy search. Visit  for more information  Support the podcast:  

Dorothy is a full-time artist and podcaster and she not only sells on Etsy but also has own ecommerce site and in these changing times on Etsy (and beyond), she's encouraging other sellers to do the same. Visit  for more information. To support the podcast, please go here:   

This is part 2 of the "Ultimate Guide to Etsy Search" - Brainstorming Keywords to use in your Etsy listings. Visit  for more information. To support the podcast visit  

Laura Aiken runs the Etsy shop Laura K. Aiken and one of the things she was very intentional about doing was making connections in her local community.  Getting "out there" has helped to grow her business and has not only helped her to sell locally in addition to online, but she also runs workshops and teaches classes which opens up even more doors of opportunity. Listen to hear how she does it and how you might be able to do the same in your own community. Visit  for more information. To support the podcast, please go here:   

Welcome to Part 1 of the 7-Part "Ultimate Guide To Etsy Search". In this episode I review Etsy's guide to How Etsy Search Works. Visit  for more information. To support the podcast visit  

Running a brick and mortar stop alongside an Etsy shop is not a common route for most Etsy sellers. Learn how Shannon of Southern Belles Like Big Bows successfully runs both in addition to an ecommerce shop on her own website. Visit  for more information. To support the podcast, please go here:   

Back in June 2018 Etsy made a huge announcement - transaction fee hikes and paid plans were coming down the pike. What was your reaction? My guest this week is Stacey of GracefulDawn Designs and we're talking about her response to the announcement and what she's doing now. Visit  for more information. To support the podcast, please go here:   

Are you Etsy sales down? Are you stuck for ideas about how to drum up more sales and get your phone "ka-chinging" again? My guest this week is Rashel Fitchett and she runs the Etsy shop Pacific Crest Silver. She's doing so many unique things that put together, keep her very busy on Etsy. Listen to our convo to learn what she's doing and see if you can get some ideas about how to get just as creative with your own Etsy-based business. Visit  for more information and links to resources mentioned. To support the podcast, please go .

If social media marketing has become a bit overwhelming for you then learn about how the Tailwind App can help make this aspect of running your Etsy business just a little bit easier. Visit  for more information. Try Tailwind for free (or paid) at  

Welcome to the Etsy Conversations Rewind Series. For the rest of Summer 2018 I'll be featuring interviews with Etsy shop owners from way back that you might have missed. This week's rewind is my convo with TJ of RockaBeuaty Boutique. Connect With Me Instagram: Twitter: Visit for more information.

Welcome to the Etsy Conversations Rewind Series. For the rest of Summer 2018 I'll be featuring interviews with Etsy shop owners from way back that you might have missed. This week's rewind is my convo with Diana Coe of Beadwork and Coe. Connect With Me Instagram: Twitter: Visit for more information.

Welcome to the Etsy Conversations Rewind Series. For the rest of Summer 2018 I'll be featuring interviews with Etsy shop owners from way back that you might have missed. This week's rewind is my convo with Alisha Hartley of AH Engineer Jewelry. Connect With Me Instagram: Twitter: Visit for more information.

Welcome to the Etsy Conversations Rewind Series. For the rest of Summer 2018 I'll be featuring interviews with Etsy shop owners from way back that you might have missed. This week's rewind is my convo with Mary Hayes of the Etsy shop Crank Hayes (currently no longer open). Connect With Me Instagram: Twitter: Visit  for more information.

Welcome to the Etsy Conversations Rewind Series. For the rest of Summer 2018 I'll be featuring interviews with Etsy shop owners from way back that you might have missed. This week's rewind is my convo with Susan Williams of the Laughing Cabin & the North Georgia Etsy Team. Connect With Me Instagram: Twitter: Visit  for more information.

Welcome to the Etsy Conversations Rewind Series. For the rest of Summer 2018 I'll be featuring interviews with Etsy shop owners from way back that you might have missed. This week's rewind is my convo with Holly Casto of Charm & Gumption (now renamed to Holly Casto Design). Connect With Me Instagram: @EtsyConvo Twitter: @ConvoMePodcast Visit www.ConvoMe.com for more information.

Welcome to the Etsy Conversations Rewind Series. For the rest of Summer 2018 I'll be featuring interviews with Etsy shop owners from way back that you might have missed. This week's rewind is my convo with XXXXX. Connect With Me Instagram: Twitter: Visit  for more information.

Welcome to the Etsy Conversations Rewind Series. For the rest of Summer 2018 I'll be featuring interviews with Etsy shop owners from way back that you might have missed. This week's rewind is my convo with Beth Anne and Sarah of Amateur Naturalist & Brilliant Business Moms. Connect With Me Instagram: Twitter: Visit  for more information.

Welcome to the Etsy Conversations Rewind Series. For the rest of Summer 2018 I'll be featuring interviews with Etsy shop owners from way back that you might have missed. This week's rewind is my convo with Catch Me Studio. Connect With Me Instagram: Twitter: Visit  for more information.

Learn how EtsyRank can help improve your Etsy shop and your buyers' experience. Anthony Wolf is the founder of EtsyRank and discusses the suite of tools offered and how Etsy sellers can navigate and best leverage them.  Visit  for more information.

If you've ever lost data on your computer or a website, then you know the frustration. This week, my guests Sigal & Noam Zakai are talking about Backtsy, the Etsy shop data backup service they created specifically for sellers like themselves. Visit  for more information. For all audio Etsy tutorials, visit .

Etsy just came out with some major news this morning. This episode is a summary of what they announced and how it could possibly affect you... And me! Visit  for more information.

Danielle Spurge is craft business consultant who, after ramping up her embroidery business from $8,000 in the first year to over $74,00 in her second year of business, now helps entrepreneurial craft-based business owners create their very own sustainable businesses. Visit  for more information. For all audio Etsy tutorials, subscribe to .

Have you taken the time to prep your Etsy shop for tough times when, not if, they hit? This week, in addition to hearing the fascinating story of David & Patricia's Dell Cove Spices & More, we talk about the importance of prepping for the inevitable. Visit  for show notes and more information. Subscribe to for all audio Etsy tutorials by me!

Laura Plenzik first opened up shop on Etsy in 2010 but that shop fizzled out. By 2012 she had regrouped and done some trending researched came back on Etsy and hit a home run with Fashion Meme.  This episode brought to you by - subscribe for all Etsy audio tutorials 24/7.

As an Etsy seller and online retailer, this is a topic you can't afford to ignore, especially if you serve customers in the European Union. I discuss GDPR as it relates to Etsy sellers with Lesley Hays of Artisan Analytics and we also review the Etsy Forum Q&A session with TJ Parks about the topic. Visit  for more information. Subscribe to the new all-audio educational and informational resource for Etsy sellers.

Wholesale-In-A-Box is a great way to dip your toes in the wholesale arena if you're a seller looking to expand into retail stores. Emily Kerr-Finell is the co-founder of WIAB and in our conversation she explains what this service offers sellers who want to go this route. Visit  for show notes and more information. Subscribe to - an all-audio content library of Etsy tutorials, Etsy news, & updates.

Have you considered book publishing as a way of expanding your product line with complementary offerings and sets? Shah Bahpyu did just that and is sharing how and why in this episode. Visit  for more information. Subscribe to - an all-audio content library of Etsy tutorials, Etsy news, & updates.

Crystal Henson started her Etsy shop at a time when her only choice was to make it work... And she... And did it excellently well by the way. Visit  for more information. For all audio tutorials about how to sell on Etsy and up-to-date Etsy news, visit to subscribe.

Michelle Farro left a 15-year career as a hair stylist to pursue a full time career in art and this week we talk all about her journey so far. Visit  for more information. Visit  for audio Etsy tutorials.

Thea Orozco owns Introvertology and she helps introverts grow a business they love. Since a good number of creative business owners tend to self-describe as introverts, she's on the podcast this week sharing tips for running a successful business as an introvert. Visit  for more information.

The brand new audio Etsy Seller's Resource has now officially launched! Learn more about it in this mini episode. Visit  for more information and to sign up.

Starla Moore leads the thriving Etsy community ~ Handmade Alphas ~ which is all about training Etsy sellers to be better and more successful when it comes to running their Etsy shops and creative businesses. She's doing some wonderful things within and outside of her Etsy community and this week we get to talk all about what she's up to and what's coming down the pike... So exciting! Visit  for more information.

Alisha Jemelian runs the Etsy shop and ecommerce site One Blushing Bride and not only does she make beautiful and unique veils for her brides but through her unique branding and customer service, she is creating a movement to empower her clientele on their wedding day and beyond. Visit  for more information.

Danial Rees followed his passion and it led him from full-time employee to full-time business owner. He runs the Etsy shop Zebrano Wood Craft and this week he's sharing his Etsy journey and how he gives back to the larger Etsy community as well. Visit  for more information.

Trissha Taylor has an eye for spotting Etsy trends and a knack for creating courses that teach people how to build and run successful shops in up and coming Etsy niches. She's sharing all about her most popular courses and giving some insight on current Etsy trends this week. Visit  for more information.

Etsy sellers most definitely have a place when it comes to Facebook Live and FB Live & Video Strategist Camberley Woods is on the podcast to share just how Etsy sellers can leverage this up and coming social media outlet. Visit  for more information.

It's a new year and a new opportunity to attend business conferences specifically geared toward handmade and creative business owners. In this special episode, I am highlighting Maker's Biz Summit 2018 and I'm joined by Deborah Engelmajer who shares all about this free online conference. Conference info available at   Visit  for more information.

Tabitha Carro started and runs the Smartphone Marketing School. She teaches Etsy sellers and other business owners how to use just their smartphones and some apps to up their social media marketing game. Visit  for more information.

Renae Christine of Cupcake Trainings stops by to share success tips for handmade businesses, talk about her Handmade Titan University, and so much more. Visit  for more information.

Michelle Rohr decided to make a radical change with her Etsy shop by simply focusing and being intentional about her strategy. The result is a very unique Etsy Success story. We discuss her journey in this episode and so much more. Visit  for more.

Steffanie Housman is not only a handmade business owner (she runs a handmade soap company Old Town Suds), but she is also The Handmade Business Coach. This week she shares how she helps struggling women handmade business owners grow their businesses and break through barriers so that they can start making money online and at markets and fairs. Visit  for more information.

Justin Page Wood is my guest and with well over 46,000 sales in 8 years on Etsy, he and his wife Melinda have learned a thing or two about how to weather the changing tides of Etsy. Tune in to hear his advice to other sellers. Visit  for more information.

Dennis started off helping his wife with her Etsy shop by building displays for her handmade jewelry. Now he's turned that into a full-time business of his own and also sells in his own Etsy too! Listen to hear the story of his Etsy journey and new handmade creative business. Visit  for more information.

Rebecca of BexMarie.com is my guest this week and we're talking all about how Etsy sellers can go about selecting the best eCommerce platform to use for building their own websites. Visit  for more information. Connect with me: Instagram:   Twitter:   Facebook group: Facebook page:  

Suzanne Urban runs the Etsy shops Smirking Goddess Studio and Suzanne Urban Art and this week she shares the story of her Etsy journey, including how she transitioned into a full-time entrepreneur running her business on Etsy. Visit  for more information.

Tatyana has been selling her hand-drawn illustrations on Etsy for a number of years and we first spoke about her craft and how she runs her Etsy shop and business back in 2014. Tune in to hear a replay of this lovely conversation. Visit  for more information.

Learn all about the Etsy Valentine's Day 2018 trends and prepare your shop for this first major shopping holiday of 2018. Visit  for more information.

A replay of my conversation with Rachel Bingaman who sells her art in her Etsy shop Bing Art. Rachel's art has been featured on NBC and The Discovery Channel as well as in art publications. Visit  to learn more.

A replay of my conversation with Leah Palmer-Preiss who runs the Etsy shop Curious Art Lab. Leah's art has been featured in the New York Times, amongst other notable publications and when you see her art you'll really appreciate why it has garnered such positive attention. Visit  for more information.

A replay of my interview with Brooke of the Etsy shop Earth Water Sol... This episode originally aired on December 25th, 2013 and Brooke has come a very long way in the last 4 years! Visit  for more information. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com  

If you missed the Open Forum Q&A on 12/13/2017 with Etsy CEO Josh Silverman, then I've got you covered. In this week's episode, I recap the questions that he answered as well his responses... Visit  for more information and to continue this conversation.

Julie found quick success selling fan art on Etsy and within her first year on the marketplace hit the 1,000-sales mark. Find out exactly how she did it in our conversation this week. Visit  for more information and links to the resources mentioned in this episode.

Learn how to use data, both Google Analytics & Shop Stats, to make wise decisions about your Etsy shop.  My guest this week is Lesley Hayes of Artisan Analytics and she explains how she helps Etsy sellers do just that. Visit www.ConvoMe.com for more information.

My guest this week is Auntie Divine and she runs the etsy shops Hautie Haus and Uncommon Folk. Visit  for more information.

You asked, and we answered... This is a replay of a popular Etsy Q&A episode with a former Etsy admin. Visit  for more information.

Get ready for Etsy's upcoming site wide sales event. Listen in to learn how to be a part of this 2017 Q4 event and get your holiday sale off to a great and profitable start. Visit  for more.

Anna transitioned from being a secondary school teacher to running her handmade engagement an wedding ring business full time. This week we talk about her Etsy journey. Listen in for inspiration to build your own creative business as organically as Anna has built hers. Visit  for more.

From transforming product lines to Google Analytics for Etsy sellers, i dig into these topics and more with Genevieve of Genevieve Designs BR. Visit  for more.

Wondering how other Etsy sellers handle less-than-perfect reviews...? How about net neutrality and how it relates to or affects you as an Etsy seller? This week, I'm talking with Tayyaba of Reserved Only Shop about these topics and other Etsy-related topics.  Visit  for more.

Jessica decided to re-tool her Etsy shop after learning, right here on the podcast, about copyright issues and how they affect Etsy sellers. Tune in to hear what changes she made and the impact that has had on her growing business. Visit  for more.

Interview with Jake Phillips, CEO of Whatify. Learn how this app can help increase your Etsy traffic & sales by 10% using the power of your product photos. Visit  for more information.

Start planning for your 2018 business conferences. this week I'm talking with Megan Green, Co-organizer of Midwest Craft Con. Listen to learn more about this conference for makers and why you should consider adding it to your 2018 business conference schedule. Visit  for more. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com  

Learn how to make living form your art from someone who's doing just that - illustrator and artist Yas Imamura of Quill & Fox. Visit  for more.

In this special preview of the Etsy Success Strategies premium podcast, learn how to pay yourself when selling on Etsy. Visit  for more.

Amber & Will run a successful vintage clothing store on Etsy and this week they share their the story of their Etsy journey. Visit  for more.

Learn about the May 2017 Etsy Site Updates and how they affect you as an Etsy seller. Visit  for more.

Facing and then recovering from an Etsy shop shutdown is no joke. My guest this week is Medina of MK Kids Interiors and she's sharing her experience of rising back up after having her Etsy shop shut down unexpectedly. Visit for more.

This is a sneak peek of the new Etsy Success Strategies premium podcast. ESS-210 Etsy Craft Supply Sellers ~ Track Your Shipping & Inventory Like a Pro Visit  for more.

From Fortune 500 employees to full-time eco-friendly furniture business owners now selling on Etsy... Tune in to hear the story or Dylan and Monika of Blissopia. Visit  for more.

A detailed walk-through of the new Etsy Shop Manager. Visit  for me.

Jade runs the Etsy shop Paper Sphinx and this week we talk about what it takes to run a successful exclusively digital Etsy shop, even while working full-time by day. Go to  for more details.

Interview with yarn entrepreneur, Jan Mouer of Handmade Howlin' Cowls. Visit http://ConvoMe.com for more. 

You asked, and attorney-at-law Jared Haynie responded... Tune in to hear Part 2 of the answers to your burning questions about Etsy copyright issues and more. Sponsored by Etsy Success Strategies ~ The Audio Series. Visit  for more information and to subscribe.

You asked, and attorney-at-law Jared Haynie responded... Tune in to hear Part 1 of the answers to your burning questions about Etsy copyright issues and more. Sponsored by Etsy Success Strategies ~ The Audio Series. Visit  for more information and to subscribe.

We're talking about all things accounting and bookeeping-related for Etsy sellers and creative business owners Sarah Korhnak is a CPA and Etsy seller and she's to break it all down and give us clear direction on what we should and should not be doing. Enjoy!

Etsy conversation with Kasia B. of Etsy shop NoAndEl. Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Catching up with Joe Leo who first appeared on the podcast in Episode 120 in March 2016. Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Special Announcement: Introducing Etsy Success Strategies - The Audio Series. Listen in to get all the latest information about what's going on in the Etsy community.

Interview with Betsy Hoffman of Pretty Girl Postcards. Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Interview w/photographer and inspirational artist Emily dolenz of the etsy shop EDolenz photos. Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Marie runs the Etsy shop Maad Goods and this week she's sharing the story of her journey from having reservations about selling on Etsy to now enjoying growing a customer base for her handmade leather and canvas bags. Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Angie Johnson runs the Etsy shop Norwegian Wood and this week she's talking about the topic she spoke on during her EtsyUp Conference session where she gave detailed steps about how to find your best-selling product. But that's just the tip of the iceberg... Enjoy! Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Rich & Clara Bailey met in college, got married, had a baby, got him to the point where he was sleeping through the night... If you think they decided to get more sleep, you;re wrong... They decided instead to start a business! So MacBailey Candle Co was born. Listen in to hear how this husband and wife team runs their business and their plans for the business' future.   Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Shah is an online friend that I was fortunate to meet through and because of the podcast. It feels like we've known each other for quite a while now but this was our very first IRL (in real life) conversation. She runs the Etsy shop  which, unlike most Etsy shops, started off first as an offline pop-up shop then migrated to an ecommerce website and then finally to Etsy! I like the evolution of her business and how she eventually found her way onto Etsy and you'll get to hear the unique story of exactly how it happened in our convo this week. Have you longed to get media exposure and have the positive "fallout" that follows that? Well listen in to hear how Shah's business received a great deal of press and how you can replicate a similar process for your own business. But there's a caveat... You'll have to listen in to hear what it is :) We had a nice long conversation and here are some highlights of what you'll hear us discuss in-depth: Working with a business partner & going it alone Product line development Running an independent website - pros, cons, and tips for doing it well Balancing an Etsy shop vs ecommerce website Shah's D.E.B.R.A system for keeping up with business tasks Etsy Resolution and why you might want to participate the next time it rolls around From Buzz Feed to Interiors Addict to Babyology... Getting media attention and how to capitalize on it and keep the momentum going Shah's experience being a finalist of the 2015 Etsy Design Awards Shah's Etsy Shop ShoutOut - Phoenix is the cool lady behind this Etsy shop where she sells whimsical greeting cards, mugs, and gifts. Hi Phoenix!! :) - Lauren Munn set up this group for moms who sell on Etsy and want to connect. Lauren has been a valuable member of the Etsy Conversations community for a long time and I highly recommend that if you;re a mom and you sell on Etsy you strongly consider joining Lauren's Facebook group Resources Mentioned Freelancers: -find people of all skill levels and price ranges to do website (and other technical and non-technical) tasks for you Search Engine Optimization tools:  - SEO plugin for WordPress websites;  - website by Brian Dean with information about using link-building for website traffic and SEO Getting media exposure: (Help A Reporter Out), (similar to HARO) Recommended Reading: this article by Lauren Munn is a refereshing and honest piece on why her Etsy shop failed but there's a really great message in the piece - Contact Shah Etsy Convo: on Etsy Email: Shah [at] LilSpaces [dot] com Social media: , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com For more help growing your Etsy-based business, check out these resources:

Jessica runs a new Etsy shop called Gifts Outside The Box which she opened up to fill a need in a niche that didn't provide her what she was looking. Listen in to learn how she's finding her place on Etsy.

In case you missed it last week, on Tuesday May 2nd 2017 Chad Dickerson was removed as CEO of Etsy after almost 6 years in that position; he will remain in an "advisory role" until the end of May. Chad is being replaced by Josh Silverman who is currently a board director on Etsy's board. Chad is also being replaced as the chairman of the Etsy board by a tech investor, Fred Wilson. But wait... There's more... Etsy also announced that they will lay off  approximately 8% of its total workforce which equates to about 80 positions. Now, I don't know this for a fact, but based on y research and according to the Bloomberg website, black & White Capital LP (who owns about 2% of Etsy) urged Etsy to explore "strategic alternatives... including a possible sale" Here are some other quotes from Black & White's proposals for and criticisms of Etsy: "...the company's historical pattern of ill-advised spending has completely obfuscated the extremely attractive underlying marketplace business model..." "...we are fully prepared to take any actions we believe are necessary to protect the best interests of all Etsy shareholders..." and finally, Black & White Capital LP wants Etsy to better invest R&D to fix its "horrendous search functionality", suggest similar available items, and redirect marketing expenses to drive repeat customers... and some other suggestions So... I kept waiting for Etsy to say something publicly about all of this but they remained pretty mute on the whole topic until about Thursday or Friday. You might have received an email form Etsy's new CEO, if you missed, I read it verbatim in the podcast. Takeaways: Don't forget the Q&A with Josh Silverman will be this Thursday May 11th, 2017 in the though no specific start and end times were given You can check the Etsy forums as of today (per Josh's email) to find out how to participate I plan to join the Q&A session and then do a follow-up podcast episode about it so stay tuned/come back for that :) Update On Etsy Q&A Pt.2 I reached out a couple of Etsy Admins and was asked to submit my request for an interview through Etsy's media relations/PR department. I guess the good news there is that I'm now officially considered "the media" ;) Anyway, long story short, after exchanging multiple emails with the someone in Etsy's media department, the response I got was essentially, "not now...". In the podcast episode I explain what my plan is going to be going forward... First off, thank you so much to everyone, and I mean, every single person, who sent in a question. I don't want your effort and time spent responding to go to waste so I will hunt down the answers to your questions, even if it means reaching out to Etsy support for each individual question. I will create either a Q&A blog post or podcast series so please stay tuned.

Convo with Julie Fuller of Etsy Shop Tokyo Blossom Boutique.

Front Page Guide to Etsy with Tammy Cannon of Cannon Online Marketing

Running an Etsy shop with your spouse with ben and Monica Wigen of Catch Me Studio

Expaning beyond local selling and reaching a global market with Lauree Sayne of Etsy shop Dancing Dish & Decor.

Creating everyday to stay inspired w/Hailey Smedley of the Etsy shop Ozetta.

Makreting your Etsy shop with Dan Safkow of iMakeTheCase.

In this special tax season edition of the Etsy Conversations Podcast Resource episode, I review and summarize the article about what deductions are available to Etsy sellers in 2017. NOTE: I am not an accountant or tax lawyer and this recap is purely for informational purposes and should not be construed as tax or financial advice. Okay, so now that that's out of the way... Here are some major take-aways: Keep excellent records - by being diligent with your record-keeping, you can save yourself a lot of heartache and stress if you ever get audited by the IRS. Things to track: Vehicle expenses and mileage Cell phone and internet use for business Equipment expenses Shipping expenses Home office expenses Advertising fees Legal or professional services Charity donations Education, networking, and travel Meals and entertainment Retirement contributions Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com For more help growing your Etsy-based business, check out these resources:

Learn all about the Etsy Small Business Contest and how you may enter for the chance to win $10,000 to scale up your business.

Entrepreneurs need to learn to adapt to rapidly evolving markets and unstable business conditions to survive in the tough world of business.  Saskia runs the Etsy shop  and she was ready to face these challenges when she first set-up her Etsy shop in 2013. Little did she know that she was about to face a much bigger battle – a battle for her very own life, against cancer. Artist and customizer, Saskia, has always been naturally different. While others fear being different, Saskia was afraid of blending in. She felt the need to look different and be different. She began customizing her own clothes, which immediately caught people’s attention due to the uniqueness of her designs. After receiving several requests from people who wanted their items customized, Saskia decided to start an Etsy shop to share her art with more people. After setting up her shop and receiving her first sale on Etsy in 2013, Saskia realized that she had to abandon her newly founded business when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. She battled this killer disease for almost 3 years before finally claiming victory and getting her life back. In this week’s episode, Saskia shares how cancer transformed her life completely and how it has made her even more passionate about the unique art that she creates on products in her Etsy shop. Saskia discusses her fears, the difficulties of being a “one-person” show, and the challenges she faced in re-opening her business. She also shares invaluable resources that have helped her learn and re-learn how to manage her Etsy shop. We also discuss concepts about SEO and blogging on Etsy. I make things with so much love... So to be able to give somebody something that will make them technicolor and just make them stand out from the crowd makes me feel wonderful.  Natural Born Customs – Topics Discussed Saskia shares how her outlook on business has changed after surviving cancer. Saskia’s collaborative design process. Daily routines. The challenges of working as a full-time business owner. The importance of personal social interaction. Fears that come with selling your own creations. Recommended tags and keywords to improve your Etsy Shop’s SEO. Improving your business by participating in craft fairs and exhibits. Challenges of Etsy sellers who offer customized items or services. A direct approach to getting rid of your fears of shipping internationally. Finding the right brand or identity for your blog. Staying motivated to succeed. The importance of authenticity over automation in marketing.  Natural Born Customs – Resources Mentioned: Etsy Resources:  Podcasts:  Courses:  Sheri Schmelzer:  Best Ways to Reach Saskia Etsy Shop:  Social Media:  |  |  |  Email: saskia [at] naturalborncustoms [dot] com Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com For more help growing your Etsy-based business, check out these resources:

Platforms like Etsy have paved the way to the rise of mompreneurs – female business owners who have found a balance between being an active parent and an entrepreneur. Managing a business and being a parent is no easy feat, especially if you are a first time parent like . Sarah first talked with me back in , when she shared her journey with her Etsy shop, . Much has happened to her over the past year since we last spoke to her! While most people expect new moms to slow down with their careers, this has not hindered Sarah from doing well in her business at all. In fact, she has even taken to teaching and launched her first Calligraphy class in November 2016. She joins me on the show this week to share her experience as a new mom in business and how she balances being a mom and managing her Etsy shop. Amongst lots of other things, Sarah shares how she keeps her customers engaged even if her shop is on vacation mode and how she built buzz leading to her re-opening. Sarah also provides some insightful tips on how to manage burn out and how to keep your creativity brewing. She shares the tools and processes that she has developed to manage busy periods in her business, such as Christmas and other busy selling seasons for her as well as the holidays.  Sarah Carson Designs - Topics Discussed How Sarah balances her time managing her Etsy shop and taking care of her new baby. The advantages and disadvantages of putting your Etsy shop on vacation mode. Building buzz on social media to boost your Etsy shop re-opening. Using promotions such as an open house to manage your leftover inventory. Strategies for developing new products. New features and functions of the new Etsy layout. Systems and processes that help her manage busy seasons. Goal-setting strategies. Finding creative ways to manage burn out. Podcasts that keep Sarah motivated. Helpful Etsy Shipping features such as labels and commercial pricing. Startegies for streamlining your shipping process. My previous conversation with Marie Segares in . Sarah Carson Designs - Resources Mentioned Graphic Creation & Editing:  |  Podcasts:  |  Sarah's Etsy Shop Shout-Out  - run by Emily Tuttle. In her Etsy shop, Emily offers hand-painted globes and donates some of the profits to refugee relief.  Best Ways to Reach Sarah Etsy Conversations:  Social Media:  |  Win a Copy of Marie Segares New Book: "Make Money Teaching Crochet" Are you ready to expand your crochet business, make more money, and inspire others to learn more about your craft? Etsy shop owner, Marie Segares' new book:  teaches you how to plan, structure, and launch a profitable, well-organized crochet teaching business with step by step lists, guides, and resources! Learn how to structure, set achievable goals, create lesson plans, develop payment options, and market your business to achieve success! Enter for a chance to win a copy of Marie's book... Leave a comment below sharing your #1 tip for managing your Etsy shop and you'll be entered into a random drawing to receive an electronic copy of Marie's book (NOTE: you'll get a physical copy of the book if you reside in a country that Amazon will not deliver electronic books to). Good luck!! Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com For more help growing your Etsy-based business, check out these resources:

“Know thyself.” Maybe you've heard it before, perhaps you haven't. It's a directive has been passed down since the time of the ancient Greeks. It sounds simple, but it is one of the most difficult things to do in life. The reality is that many people go through life without really developing a strong sense of self and identity. The same is true in business. Many Etsy sellers struggle with marketing, because they do not have a brand that people understand or resonate with.  embodies the zest and positivity of its owner, Paula Tamara Hoss. One of the things I love, and which makes sellers like Paula particularly successful on a marketplace like Etsy is that she and her daughters are the face of her business. They embody the  brand. Her brand’s message are her thoughts and how she lives her life, which makes it easier for her to reach out to her audience. Paula is an artist. She loves creating things and sharing it with the world. She found the opportunity to share this passion for art with her own Etsy shop in 2008. Like many starting entrepreneurs, she struggled with self-limiting thoughts that hindered her from finding her true passion. 3 Etsy Shops and several years later (yes, you read that correctly), Paula founded  without even knowing its potential for success. Her shop was born out of her love for her daughters. She was concerned about the chemicals in the skin products that she was using and how it would affect her children. Her crafty and resourceful nature helped her produce home-made sunscreen from all natural products, which she based on recipes that she had found online. She shared it with her friends and it was an instant hit! In this week's episode, Paula shares the story of how she started doing business on Etsy. She tells about her muse, or her buyer persona, which allows her to develop products that fit her brand and the needs of her target market. She also provides tips and tools that she uses to manage her finances and market her business. You are the face of your brand. You ARE your brand CLN & DRTY – Topics Discussed: The benefits of being intentional with your business. Developing a product line that fits the needs and wants of your target market. Building a buyer persona to find out who is your target market and to keep your brand in line. Creating a line of products that complement each other. Nurturing collaborative relationships to expand your business. Paula’s experience transitioning from an employee to a business owner. Reaching out and building better relationships with your customers. Attraction not promotion. Finding the right people to advocate for or promote your product. Leveraging the power of parallel markets to create more value. Selling your products to high-end buyers. The Etsy Shipping Tool. Tools and techniques to manage your finances. Marketing Tools on and off Etsy. Hard lessons that Paula learned from Selling on Etsy. CLN & DRTY Resources Mentioned Best Ways to Reach Paula: Website:  Etsy Shop:  Social Media:  |  Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com For more help growing your Etsy-based business, check out these resources:

Have you ever wondered what your auto-mechanic does in their spare time? You probably wouldn’t think they’re at home creating cute, cuddly plush toys for kids. That’s exactly what my guest,Nikki who runs the Etsy shop  enjoys doing when she’s not turning the wrenches in the garage.   Nikki is a one-of-a-few kind of gal – not only is she an Automotive Technician by day, but by night she’s a “plushy artist.” She’s been a crafter for most of her life, starting as a young girl hand-sewing pencil-toppers for her and her friends’ pencils in school. She took her love of sewing one step further as she got older and decided to invest in a sewing machine.  She taught herself how to use the sewing machine and hasn’t looked back since! While she’s no longer creating cute shirts for the tops of her pencils, her skill has evolved to creating plush toys for children of all ages.   Where does she get her inspiration? From the kids, themselves!  I love how creative children are ~ Nikki Nikki opened her Etsy shop about a year and a half ago. Currently selling handmade plush toys, she says a lot of the orders she fills comes from parents of children with big ideas for characters. Parents often send her drawings and sketches of animals that their children have created and she brings them to life through her sewing skills.  On this week’s episode, Nikki shares her story about how she discovered Etsy, why she decided to “jump in head first” despite people telling her that the site was overcrowded, and what her long-term business goals are for .  We also talk about her pricing model, buying materials at wholesale cost, and how she promotes her shop on Facebook and Instagram. We also get her perspective on posting promotional advertisements in the Etsy forums and why she advises against it.  Stitch and Stuffed – Topics Discussed  How she manages her time running her shop while working full-time.  Her ideas for launching DIY kits for kids.  The technical similarities she sees between her full-time job and her Etsy business.  Attending wholesale vendor shows to connect with wholesalers.  How her marketing and promotional tactics have evolved over the last year.  How she uses Instagram and hashtags to promote her business.  Learning the hard way – fulfilling international orders and accurately gauging shipping fees.  What she looks forward to by attending the in April.  Stitch and Stuffed – Resources Mentioned        Stitch and Stuffed – Etsy Shop Shout Outs  –  run by Nikki's friend Amber where she sells beautifully created jewelry, keychains, and hand-stamped items!  Best Ways to Reach Nikki  Etsy Shop:   Social Media: |   Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com For more help growing your Etsy-based business, check out these resources:

Etsy Studio Here's the video I mentioned in this podcast episode: New Etsy Shop Manager Here's the link to join the team. ===================== I'll be speaking at Social Media Marketing World 2017 in March and I'd love to see you there. If you can't attend the conference but are in the San Diego area I'd be happy to meet up to say hello too! Here's more information about the conference: The title of my session is "How to Follow Your Calling and Produce a Podcast You Love"... If you have a desire to start a podcast but you're just stuck... Or if you have a podcast but you've lost your zeal for it, I think in this session I can help you get unstuck. I'll be speaking from my personal experience of what's worked and what hasn't for me in creating a successful podcast. I hope to see you there!

Many of us dream of getting our products into retail stores and on major ecommerce websites, but we often don’t know where to start. Having your products sold by companies like Sears, Best Buy, and Bed Bath & Beyond often feels like a pipe-dream. This week I have a returning guest, where she sells jewelry for fitness trackers like the FitBit. We're talking all about growing your brand and how she has successfully done that. You may remember my earlier conversation with Cyndi from 2015 when we talked about why she niched down from selling health and fitness products to focusing on just fitness tracker accessories specifically, and provided a ton of helpful information and resources for Etsy sellers. If you missed that episode, I recommend checking it out. It's .  This week, I’m catching up with Cyndi to see how her business has grown and evolved over the last 18 months. I must say, this interview has been incredibly informative and insightful! Since our last conversation, has grown exponentially – now with products being sold in retail stores like Kohls, Bed Bath & Beyond, and (hopefully) soon Best Buy! Wow... That’s huge!  Although she’s seen massive success in her business, Cyndi is still a “down to earth” kind of gal and she still holds Etsy close to her heart. In fact, she attributes much of her success to Etsy, since that’s where her products got their start!  I’m sure you’ll love this interview as much as I have and hopefully you'll learn many great, inspirational lessons from Cyndi's story.  Get out there... Approach retail stores... The faster you do it, the better. ~ Cyndi Blais, Funktional Wearables  Funktional Wearables – Topics Discussed  Which e-commerce platforms are the most time-consuming and which give Cyndi the highest return.  How the selling fees on Amazon compare to those on Etsy.  Why she continues to sell on Etsy even after finding success with other platforms and in retail stores.  How she got started selling in retail stores.  How her product line has grown with the introduction of new fitness trackers.  Outsourcing and hiring – how she finds qualified employees.  Marketing tips, strategies, and service providers.  The advantages and disadvantages of running an Etsy shop and her own e-commerce website.  Wholesale selling outside of Etsy.  How she gained traction on eBay.  Her mindset about big name competition, like Vera Wang, launching products within her niche.  How she finds time to plan a wedding while running a business. Resources Mentioned                 Best Ways to Reach Cyndi  E-Commerce Stores: |    Phone: (858) 935-9105  Email: info [at] funktionalwearables [dot] com Social Media: | | | |   Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com For more help growing your Etsy-based business, check out these resources:

Deciding how and when to open your Etsy shop is a big decision for many aspiring Etsy sellers. Some sellers simply dive in head first and learn the platform, strategies, and processes as they go while others feel a bit timid about starting down the path of the unknown. is the type of brave woman that dives right into new ideas. Since 2012, Ina has sold beautifully hand-crafted wrap bracelets made of silk, suede cord, and other materials. What really makes her products special and unique, though, are the hand-stamped inspirational messages she uses as little trinkets on her products. She joins me on the show this week to share her story on how she got started selling on Etsy, her primary goal for opening her shop, and where she expects her business to go in the future. We also talk a lot about how she promoted her products early on as well as things she has learned about SEO strategies and promotion throughout her creative journey on Etsy. We discuss how she learned that her product was featured in a BuzzFeed article, in October 2016 and how the feature affected her page views and sales. Ina has a unique way of using business cards to maximize her marketing strategies that she shares in this episode. She also shares her “behind the scenes” secrets on her strategies and processes for pricing, packaging, and shipping her products. To get out of creative ruts, I just need to sit in my studio and play with the colors, the beads, and the materials. ~ Ina Fitzgerald [caption id="attachment_4035" align="aligncenter" width="574"] Wrap Bracelets by Ina - IF Only Pretty[/caption] IF Only Pretty – Topics Discussed Learning the platform and SEO strategies as she grew her Etsy business. Resources she found helpful to overcome the learning curve. How she manages her time while running her Etsy shop, working full-time, and raising two small kids. Preparing for the holiday season. Shipping and packaging processes. Product pricing strategies. Finding affordable and reliable packaging material sources. International selling and how it has affected her business. Promotional tips and strategies that have worked for Ina. Selling and promoting at craft shows. Overcoming creative ruts. Tips for new sellers to sell more efficiently. Hard lessons she has learned while selling on Etsy. Inventory and order tracking systems. Resources Mentioned Connecting with other Etsy sellers Etsy Conversations Podcast (Aww… thanks, Ina!)  - Renae Christine's YouTube channel IF Only Pretty – Etsy Shop Shout-Outs  - offers beautifully crafted leather and artsy anthropology zippie bags. Contact Ina Etsy Shop: Social Media: Email: IFOnlyPretty [at] gmail [dot] com Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com For more help growing your Etsy-based business, check out these resources:

I'm really excited to share this episode again. I’m diving deep into your Etsy questions with Kim Konen, who worked as an Etsy admin from February 2010 to October 2014, and is currently the owner of the Etsy shop, . Our mutual friend Angie Gordon, who runs the Etsy shop  also joined us for this special Q&A session. I frequently receive questions in my email, as well as on the Etsy Conversations Facebook page and Facebook group about different aspects of getting started and running an Etsy shop. So, I wanted to give you a simple way to get all of your questions answered in one central location – on the show! I loved doing this episode because it was really interactive in that I got folks to submit their questions just for the show and they were answered in this convo with Kim. Kim, Angie, and I address some of the most-asked questions you have had, including how to get featured in Etsy Finds and the various things to consider that can affect your shop’s relevancy on the platform. This episode is quite long, because we wanted to make sure we asked and addressed your most pressing questions! Your Etsy Questions Answered How to sign-in to multiple Etsy shops at the same time. (Submitted by Kelli of ) The changes sellers can expect as a result of Etsy’s IPO. (Submitted by Charlotte of ) How to get more views and sales. Tips to improve your Etsy search results. (Submitted by Kara of ) What really affects your Etsy relevancy – and what does not. (Submitted by Diane of ) Etsy’s category algorithm. (Submitted by Beate of ) How to create relevant product titles and keywords. (Submitted by Charlie of ) Why sellers are unable to see who follows their shop. (Submitted by Doug of ) What sells well on Etsy, what doesn’t, and which markets are over-saturated. Resources Mentioned Etsy Teams: Business Consulting Services: | Etsy Questions & Answers - Kim’s Pro Tips Link to your other shop listings in your item descriptions. Comment on Etsy’s new product forum posts the first day they’re published. Test your keywords and categories by running an A/B test. Identify your ideal customer. Actually writing down who they are helps you stay focused on your branding and message. Use the Etsy search bar to get keyword ideas for the most relevant keywords to use in your listing. Place the most relevant, important keywords first in your title. Titles and tags are most important in Etsy’s search engine algorithm. Ask your friends and family for help; give them your shop link and have them describe your shop in 5 words. Best Ways to Reach Kim Etsy Shop: Social Media: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Growing a family while growing a business is no small feat but Kara figured it out and she came on the podcast back in September 2014 to share how she made it all work and made the transition to making a full time living off Etsy in . Running a household, and chasing after two small children may seem tiring enough, but juggling an Etsy business on top of it can definitely pack your day full of excitement, wonder, as well as a little extra chaos (...in a good way, of course). This week I’ve pulled out my original conversation with Kara Lamerato, wife, mother of (then) two little little ones, and owner of the Etsy shop, , where she sells beautifully handmade place card holders, wine bottle stoppers, and wine corks for weddings. Kara opened her shop in January 2011 and she shared her story of how she created a successful full-time Etsy business that enabled her to quit her steady 9-5 job to be home with her kids. Kara’s prior work experience was in the finance industry where she realized that she wanted to be home with her children while also earning an income and fulfilling her creative passion. Doesn't that just scream "Etsy business!!" to you? ;) She explained that her shop initially started as a “side hobby” to allow her to splurge on little things like pedicures and cute sweaters, but after the birth of her first child and the heartbreaking experience of having to leave her newborn child to go to work every day, she decided to hunker down and from there planned to make her Etsy business more successful. Kara's story is truly inspirational and one that I really enjoyed hearing. In addition to learning how she achieved her goal of becoming a work-at-home-mom, she provides helpful tips and advice for new, aspiring, and veteran Etsy sellers with regard to Etsy shop promotion, product photography and much more. Kara’s Vineyard Wedding – Topics Discussed How Kara got started on Etsy and the timeline of her path to Etsy success  Transitioning from a full-time career to becoming a full-time Etsy seller How and why she decided to brand her shop and how that was the turning point of her Etsy business experience Kara explains how long it took her to go from “breaking even” to profitable Where Kara finds most of her inspiration for new products lines Stressful experiences Kara has had while using Etsy and what lessons she has learned from them Shipping challenges and refund policies Etsy shop promotion using Etsy teams and social media Using proper SEO and Etsy relevancy techniques to boost product visibility in the Etsy marketplace Kara's tips and advice for new, aspiring, and veteran sellers Resources Mentioned Photo Editing Programs: Etsy Teams: Newsletters: Best Ways to Reach Kara Lamerato Etsy Shop: Email: KarasVineyardWedding [at] gmail [dot] com Website: Social Media: | | | Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Still stumped when it comes to Etsy Relevancy and Etsy SEO...? Figuring out how to get your shop seen by your ideal customer on Etsy – not to mention trying to get your shop ranked high on Google – is no easy feat! My guest Michele Gallagher – owner of the Etsy shop and founder of has things pretty well figured out. Michele shares her story on how she got started selling on Etsy and how her business evolved to helping other Etsy sellers find success on the platform through her unique consultation and virtual assistant services. She explains how she spent hours doing the research and testing out her methods on getting ranked well on Etsy and on various search engines such as Google. This all leads into why Michele became passionate about helping other Etsy sellers learn what she has learned, grow their businesses, and find success on the platform. We cover a lot of ground in this week’s episode – from how to identify your target audience to learning what tags you should use on your product listings to get the best search results as well as how to use social media correctly to drive traffic to your shop and increase sales. Michele is one smart cookie and I was excited to have her on the show back then and I'm happy to share her brilliant tips and strategies that can help you succeed as a new or seasoned Etsy seller in this re-run of our original conversation. My Craft Assistant – Topics Discussed Michele explains the two ways she helps new and seasoned sellers optimize their shops to find success right from the start The most common mistakes that many shop owners make when selling on the Etsy platform The importance of identifying your target audience and the best ways to market to them Differences between Etsy relevancy and SEO Why Michele believes that creating your tags properly is more important than being in an Etsy treasury (***Treasuries are now a defunct feature on Etsy, so...***) Michele shares a helpful tip on how she manages her time The importance of Etsy sellers utilizing social media to drive traffic to their shops – and how to do it correctly Advice on how to use Etsy teams to grow your business Relationship-building tips that can help shop owners form meaningful relationships with their customers Contact Michele Website: Email: info [at] MyCraftAssistant [dot] com Twitter: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com For more help growing your Etsy-based business, check out these resources:

Yes! This week we're bringing on the bling again with Angela Frazier of the (now re-named) Etsy shop . Planning the perfect wedding is a stressful task for many brides-to-be... From picking out the perfect colors and flowers to choosing the perfect gown, many soon-to-be brides lose sleep trying to figure it all out. And what if you’re looking for an item that no one else has? Where do you turn? Well, Angela has that little nook covered... Angela started her Etsy business in December 2012 after attracting an impressive amount of attention for her uniquely designed “bling shoes”. Like many women, she was on a hunt for accessories that had never been seen before, but unfortunately, her hunt came up short. So, she decided to create her own handcrafted, fashionable shoes for herself. And boy did she hit the ground running with her new idea! In this episode Angela shares her story of how she got started on Etsy, the products she offers and how she comes up with her unique designs. She explains how her Etsy shop went from only 12 sales in the first 6 months to nearly 100 in the next by making a few tweaks to her photos and tags... Very important lessons right there... Angela shares SEO tips on how to maximize the Etsy search engine to improve your product rankings and get seen by your potential customers better. She also explains what she does to incorporate social media marketing tactics into her everyday marketing plan and how they helped her grow her business successfully. Her story is truly an inspirational one, and her funny, positive attitude is very contagious. I hope you’ll enjoy this episode and learn a lot of helpful tips which you can use to take your business to the next level :) AV Wedding Designs – Topics Discussed Angela explains why she tries to purchase the very last shoes available on a store’s shelves Angela's first experiences as an Etsy shop owner and the challenges she has had to overcome in her first year How Angela decided to maximize the simplicity and benefits of owning an Etsy shop and how it compared to the work involved in establishing her own website Different design ideas Angela has sold on Etsy, including her unique camo collection How she transitioned from working in a bank to becoming a full-time Etsy seller How having an in-home shop has helped Angela cross-sell and upsell her other products We talk about social media marketing and how she uses it to increase awareness of her brand and products Angela explains how she promotes her Etsy shop offline through various local shows and business card distribution Tracking the return on her marketing efforts Specific tips and advice from Angela for new Etsy sellers Contact Angela: Etsy Shop: Website: Social Media: | | Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com For more help growing your Etsy-based business, check out these resources:

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This week’s episode is a special treat... A blast from the past! I’ve dived deep into the archives to dig up some of episodes from earlier shows – ones that longtime listeners have loved, but which you may have missed if you're a newer listener. In this week's conversation, we talk all about hand-thrown pottery and ceramics. My guest is Diane Waters, and she owns and runs the Etsy shop Muddy Waters Ceramic Creations. Diane has worked with hand-thrown ceramics and pottery for several years, and her passion and love for the craft began after taking a course with her friend at a local pottery supply store. She explains how the challenges of learning this new skill is what fueled her passion and determination to master it, which later led to opening her Etsy shop and selling her handmade wares online. Since opening Muddy Waters CC on Etsy in January 2012, Diane has sold nearly 400 pottery pieces, ranging from ceramic mugs, cups, bowls, and dishes to trinket jars, tea pots, and Raku pieces. We discuss the many ways she promotes her shop and ways to connect with your customers beyond creating promotional posts on Facebook or Twitter. Other topics of our discussion include the importance of good quality product photos, getting involved with teams and community events, and the importance of connecting with others for business growth. Diane's love for the craft and desire to create and make has been an inspiration to many creative entrepreneurs. Muddy Waters Ceramic Creations – Topics Discussed Diane shares the story of how she began selling on Etsy. How she decides what she wants to create each day and why she chooses to create each piece exactly how she does. What Raku is. Diane describes the different firing and decorating techniques she uses to make each of her pottery and ceramic pieces and how they work. The advantages of using different sized kilns when making certain types of pottery items. How Diane manages her time as a creative entrepreneur, wife, mother, and owner of 3 dogs and 3 cats. Diane shares how she stays motivated to keep working on her store and making her wares and what she does when she starts feeling unmotivated. Why Diane refuses to check out the competition in her niche. How she decided which Etsy teams to join and how much time she dedicates to them. Contact Diane Etsy: Muddy Waters Ceramic Creations Social media: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram Website: MuddyWatersCC.com Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in iTunes and Stitcher. That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow @ConvoMePodcast Facebook Group: Etsy Conversations - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Etsy Conversations Podcast Facebook Page Pinterest: Etsy Conversations Podcast Instagram: @EtsyConvo Google+: Etsy Conversations Podcast Email: Use the Contact Form OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

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Every now and then, I receive requests to have specific Etsy sellers on the podcast as my guests from the amazing listeners of the show – people like you! I absolutely love when you all send a request for a guest that you’d like to learn more about on the podcast! My guest this week is here by special request from a number of you and she is Julie Ann, the artist, illustrator and owner of the Etsy shop , where she sells beautifully crafted, straight-forward sentiments, stocking stuffers, gift items, and holiday and greeting cards. Julie Ann has been selling on Etsy since 2008 and, to date, has over 63,000 sales. What started out purely as a hobby quickly turned into a fun and very lucrative business. Over the last 4 years, Julie Ann’s shop has enabled her to work full-time as an entrepreneur, and she shares some very valuable insights on what she believes made her business so successful. In 2013, Julie Ann wasa featured seller in the Etsy  blog series! Today, we discuss how that happened and how being featured has impacted her business, shop views, and sales. We discuss how the market for greeting cards has changed over the years, launching new product lines versus individual products throughout the year, as well as how she runs and prepares her business during vacations and holidays. We also talk about her pricing strategy, the SEO techniques she has learned over the years, and how keeping lists has helped her not only run her business smoothly, but also keep a healthy work-life balance as an entrepreneur. [bctt tweet="Take advantage of the freedom that owning a business can give u. It’s ok 2 take a break from ur #Etsyshop" username="ConvoMePodcast"] Julie Ann Art – Topics Discussed Why Julie Ann finally decided to turn her passion hobby into a full-time business What she initially sold on Etsy and how her product lines have changed over the years Why she believes the age of her shop may give her business an edge over the competition We discuss the difference between launching new seasonal products vs full product line launches as well as the pros and cons of each technique How and when Julie Ann decides to discontinue a product or product line SEO and how putting her Etsy shop on vacation mode has impacted her business as well as what steps she takes to overcome that challenge Julie Ann shares how her cross-country move has impacted her business and what planning strategy she used for her business before the big move How/when she realized her business was ready to be part of the Etsy wholesale opportunity Julie Ann Art – Resources Mentioned Craft Fairs: Educational Courses: Blogs: Melyssa Griffin’s blog – Other Tools: Dymo Label Writer 4XL Label Printer – at and | Affordable 4x6 Shipping Labels from Julie Ann's Etsy Shop Shout-Out Her best friend’s Etsy shop: – for beautifully hand-crafted, laser engraved wedding hangers, cocktail stirrers, and more Contact Julie Ann Website: Instagram: Email: Julie [at] JulieAnnArt [dot] com Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to travel the world... To play the “nomad game”...  Seeing different sights and experiencing different cultures of people living in foreign countries? Have you ever wondered how an experience like that could change your perception of life – or even how it could inspire you to create and run a business? My guest today is Alexandra (Alex) Matthews, owner of the Etsy shop . Alex had the opportunity to travel the world at a fairly young age – fresh out of college and she has seen the beautiful landscapes and inspirational cultures throughout New Zealand, Australia, Bali, as well as Europe. Although Alex had an Etsy shop before she decided to see the world, it was after she returned from living the dream life of an explorer that she hunkered down and focused on growing her business. In her Etsy shop , Alex creates and sells beautifully hand-crafted state maps, greeting cards, and illustrations. She shares her journey with me, from touring the world to re-designing her shop and website, as well as what techniques she uses – both online and offline – to grow her business and get her name out there. Alex has a unique view of business, life, and the world in general. Through her traveling experiences, she has found the inspiration she needs to continue creating. Although, like many creative entrepreneurs, she admits to sometimes feeling isolated, she shares how she overcomes that feeling of isolation feeling. We also discuss how she manages her time between working full-time in marketing for a home building company while running a successful business. Alex's story is truly inspirational! [bctt tweet="It's important to keep people in your life. Have a social life & get outside!" username="ConvoMePodcast"] Soul Paper Art – Topics Discussed How traveling the world helped Alex re-design and re-brand her Etsy shop Why Alex decided to sell her work on Etsy instead of becoming a freelance graphic designer for businesses Why Alex decided to re-name her shop and how quickly she received her first sale after the revamp Factors she takes into consideration when determining her product prices Future goals and plans for Soul Paper Art – could wedding stationery be in her business’ future...? ;) Ways she uses to successfully promote her business Why she decided to build a website separate from Etsy We discuss the pros and cons of  sites Alex's experiences with pop-up shops and maker fairs Soul Paper Art – Resources Mentioned Social Media Planning Tools: Website Building Platforms: | | Newsletter Programs: | Etsy Tools: Shipping labels | Reviews | Etsy Wholesale Contact Alex Etsy: Website: Instagram: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

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Craftcation Conference 2017 is coming around again and the time to start planning is now. craftcation 2017Networking with other creatives, crafters, and business owners is important to continually grow your online business. Whether you attend meet-ups, masterminds, or conferences, getting out of your comfort zone and meeting new people is one of the secrets that many small business owners and entrepreneurs use throughout their businesses to maintain consistent growth and help drive sales. My guest on the show this week is Nicole Stevenson, co-founder of the Craftcation Conference in Ventura, California. You may remember her from Episode 116 back in February. Nicole rejoins me to talk about the importance of attending conferences throughout the year and how they can impact your business. We also discuss what inspired her and her business partner, Delilah Snell, to plan and organize a conference specifically for small, creative business owners. As Nicole says, “You have to put yourself out there and make connections”. She shares some valuable tips for entrepreneurs about what they should consider before registering to attend a conference, how to put yourself out there and connect with people before the conference takes place, and also how to determine how many conferences you should aim to attend in a given year. Nicole also shares the inside scoop on exactly what the upcoming Craftcation Conference 2017 has in store for attendees, how you can register to attend this exciting and rewarding event, and what fun activities are planned before and after the conference. [bctt tweet="Making connections with people before an event gives you a way in" username="ConvoMePodcast"] Craftcation Conference 2017 – Topics Discussed Different types of conferences available to business owners Logistics of planning and developing a conference, and specifically Craftcation How many conferences Nicole recommends business owners attend annually Nicole explains why assessing your business goals can help you determine which conferences to attend – and how many Why it is important to build and sustain an online presence before attending a conference The importance of researching and connecting with conference presenters Resources Mentioned Free Business Cards: Moo Contact Nicole Website: DearHandmadeLife.com Facebook: Craftcation Conference Use promo code: EtsyConvo to register for Craftcation Conference 2017 Conference and get $20 off your registration fee! Register to attend the exciting, educational, and rewarding Craftcation 2017, held at the beautiful beach-side hotel – Ventura Beach Marriott in Ventura California from April 27 through 30, 2017! This four-day conference is jam-packed with over 80 different workshops and presentations to help you learn everything from building and growing your social media strategies and branding your business to learning new skills like block printing and embroidery. At Craftcation 2017, in addition to the amazing presentations and workshops, you can also enjoy: Fun networking lunches A dance party Morning daily yoga A Fun Run And much, much more! Don’t forget to enter the discount code – EtsyConvo – to receive a $20 discount just for being an amazing Etsy Conversations Podcast listener! Visit Dear Handmade Life to register. Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in iTunes and Stitcher. That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow @ConvoMePodcast Facebook Group: Etsy Conversations - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Etsy Conversations Podcast Facebook Page Pinterest: Etsy Conversations Podcast Instagram: @EtsyConvo Google+: Etsy Conversations Podcast Email: Use the Contact Form OR interview [at] convome [dot] com For more help growing your Etsy-based business, check out these resources:

Working from a studio apartment offers a unique set of challenges and no one understands that better than Nicole Dotto, owner of the Etsy shop Dotto – Vintage Clothing for a Good Cause. For over seven years, Nicole has run her Etsy shop from the comfort of her home in a variety of locations across the United States. You may remember my interview with Nicole back in August, where she shared her story on how she got started on Etsy over 7 years ago and how she promoted her products as a new seller. Today, she rejoins me to dive a little deeper into what it’s really like running her business from her studio apartment, her fascination with the risks – and rewards – of being a small business owner, and how she has grown her business over the last several years to become her primary source of income. In March 2014, Nicole was featured on the Etsy blog and today, she explains how she believes she attracted their attention, what other sellers can do to increase their chances of being selected as a featured guest on the Etsy blog, and how it has helped her gain more traction for her business. She also explains why she considers her shop a “means to an end” and how she uses that mindset to consistently work on her business to make it a success. We take a deep dive into why she feels that the flexibility of running her own online shop is like a double-edged sword and why she believes setting small and large goals for her business helps drive her out of a “lazy slump.” Nicole strongly believes that her targeted focus on activities that will generate income is one of the factors that has helped her grow her business successfully. She shares what activities she has focused on in the past, as well as what she is currently focusing on to push her business forward in the future. Tune in to hear a ton of valuable information, resources, and advice for new Etsy sellers that Nicole shares, as well as tips on how to determine your price points when you’re unsure. [bctt tweet="When you put a value on something, other people will see it and appreciate it more @Dotto" username="ConvoMePodcast"] Dotto Vintage – Topics Discussed How Nicole got started and why she became an Etsy seller Why she decided not to specialize or niche down her shop into one vintage style The struggles she faces with sourcing her products in a relatively small town How selling on Etsy has allowed her more time to follow other passions – like volunteering for several organizations Why setting goals is so important to the success of her business Product promotion and how Nicole's promotion methods have evolved over the years Why focusing on activities that will increase your ROI and letting go of other activities is important for your Etsy shop to continually grow We discuss organization and storage techniques and how she stores the products she sells Nicole explains how she photographs her products – while modeling them Nicole’s Etsy Shop Shoutouts Vera Vague - sells antique vintage clothing Her friend Joseph's Etsy shop - Carnival of the Maniac – for uniquely amazing men’s clothing The Original Cat Cult – for cute, whimsical cat collages Rodion Creative Dotto – Resources Mentioned Heart-o-Matic on Craft Cult – for a quick snapshot of your Etsy shop stats, hearts, and clicks. Etsy Teams Podcasts like Etsy Conversations (aww – thanks, Nicole!) and TedTalks Contact Nicole Etsy Shop: Dotto – Vintage Clothing for a Good Cause Email: nicoledotto [at] yahoo [dot] com etsy shop dotto Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in iTunes and Stitcher. That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow @ConvoMePodcast Facebook Group: Etsy Conversations - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Etsy Conversations Podcast Facebook Page Pinterest: Etsy Conversations Podcast Instagram: @EtsyConvo Google+: Etsy Conversations Podcast Email: Use the Contact Form OR interview [at] convome [dot] com For more help growing your Etsy-based business, check out these resources:

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The inspiration to start a craft business can literally come from anyone, anything, or any experience you have throughout your life, and this is just the beginning of the journey of, Mary Glover, owner of the Etsy shop and Founding Director of Awakening Seeds. Mary has always had a passion for arts and crafts, and since she was a little girl she has created and crafted a wide array of designs and art projects. Mary says she has always viewed her artwork as a way to fulfill her crafty nature. Until 2015, she never thought about selling her work or building a business around her passion. That is, until the inspiration of her family and friends helped motivate her decision to begin selling her first handmade item - the "Don’t Worry Doll” which was inspired by her young granddaughter. Since then Mary has gone on to open her Etsy shop and expanded her product line beyond the Don’t Worry Doll. She currently also sells handcrafted cards, gift tags, and mixed media prints and collages. In this week's episode, Mary shares her journey into the Etsy world right from her very first sale. She discusses what techniques she uses to help grow her e-commerce business and explains why she believes sharing your story with your customers and the online community can help grow your business, all while incorporating authenticity and building trust. We also discuss Angela Holden and how Mary's experience with her building her beautiful online websites. Mary is also the Founder of the Awakening Seeds school and we talk about the motivation and driving force behind the school as well as the vision and educational curriculum of the school. Additionally, we discuss how she manages her time building an Etsy business while working full-time at Awakening Seeds plus writing for and maintaining two different - but equally important blogs, both of which she is very passionate about. [bctt tweet="Focusing on the visual presentation of your work is really valuable to your Etsy business" username="ConvoMePodcast"] MaryG Loves Art - Topics Discussed The genesis of the “Don’t Worry Doll” How Mary used art and an art journal as part of her healing process after being diagnosed with early stage breast cancer What inspired her to finally start selling her artwork How she determines how to price her products on Etsy Mary's Etsy shop promotion strategies Why she chose not to include an e-commerce component on her personal website The mechanics of running two different blogs and how Mary comes up with blog post topics for each Why she doesn’t focus much on SEO techniques while writing her blog posts Lessons learned about using SEO and quality photographs in her Etsy shop How a  photography course has helped her business Why Mary believes “getting her story out” through social media and blog post writing has helped her business grow MaryG Loves Art - Resources Mentioned Offline tools: iPhone | Thrift Stores Courses: Photo Editing: Social Media: Podcasts:   MaryG Loves Art - Etsy Shop Shout Outs - run by Mary's sister Jane. Jane sells handcrafted, whimsical, ornaments, and art. - run by Mary's friend Robyn Hood Black. Robyn sells handcrafted literary gifts with a vintage touch.  - web designer extraordinaire... :) Best Ways to Reach Mary Glover: Etsy shop convo:  Website:  Email: MaryKGlover [at] me [dot] com Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com For more help growing your Etsy-based business, check out these resources:

Jenni Waldrop is a corporate job hating, former Fortune 500 “minion” turned 6-figure Etsy seller, success blogger, and owner of the Etsy shop, , where she sells beautifully designed digital and printed prints with a touch of sarcasm. She describes herself as an entrepreneur and the “maker of other businesses” largely because her Etsy success blog has proven to be a valuable resource for new and aspiring Etsy sellers. On this week's episode, Jenni shares her journey from her corporate working life to growing a six figure business. She explains how, although she has worked in marketing departments in the corporate world, after becoming an entrepreneur, she quickly learned that marketing your own products and services is vastly different than the way the big corporate businesses do things. Throughout the course of her journey, Jenni became quite savvy at using SEO techniques, discovering what works and doesn’t work for marketing her business, and now she teaches other Etsy sellers about SEO strategies and success strategies to help them grow their businesses. We discuss everything from living the “solopreneur life” and coping with “solopreneur isolation” to outsourcing tasks, connecting with your target customer, finding an Etsy tribe to brainstorm and hash out ideas with, as well as how to drive targeted traffic to your shop to increase your ROI. [bctt tweet="Pick 1 or 2 #socialmediamarketing platforms (max)... Customers can tell when u put in the effort" username="ConvoMePodcast"] Fuzzy and Birch - Topics Discussed How and when Jenni discovered Etsy and why she became an entrepreneur Jenni's secret to finding good people to outsource tasks to How she became savvy in SEO techniques. Why she believes having a “tribe” - a community of like-minded individuals and sellers - can be a critical factor to building a successful business and where to find them! We discuss how she learned to drive traffic to her Etsy shop at the beginning of her business She explains why she is so passionate about helping other Etsy sellers grow and build a successful business Products she sells in her shop, where she gets her inspiration from, and we discuss the new SEO course she’s launched to help other Etsy sellers find success Jenni explains why she believes it’s a bad idea to create an account on every social media platform available, and why you should just keep it simple Fuzzy and Birch - Resources Mentioned Outsourcing Platforms: Lead Generation: Blogging & Website Building: | Website/Blog Hosting: Other: Not On The High Street Best Ways to Reach Jenni Waldrop Online:  and  Courses: (available through the beginning of December 2016) Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com  

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For many people with sensitive skin, finding high quality bath and body products like soap, shampoo, body lotion, bath salts and scrubs is a lifelong challenge. Carma Wood, owner of the Etsy shop , can relate to this struggle on a personal level. Her challenges with finding soap and other bath products that wouldn’t irritate her skin is what set her on the path to learning how to make handcrafted bath and body products. Carma lives in Minnesota with her family and fur-babies. She originally started on Etsy as a buyer before transitioning into a seller of handmade sewn items. Soon after, she discovered that she had a passion for making handcrafted soaps that were not only easy on her sensitive skin, but also made from mostly biodegradable ingredients. Carma explains that she holds two things very close to her heart - a passion for helping others with sensitive skin and a passion for helping the environment. By combining these two passions, she has decided on the unique name for her Etsy shop - , named after an endangered fresh water fish from Lake Superior. In this week's episode, Carma shares how she learned to create her own soap and other bath and body products... Step aside ... ;) She also explains her process for taking and fulfilling custom orders in her shop, and how she “human tests” all of the products before releasing them for sale in her Etsy store. Additionally, Carma shares a marketing secret that most Etsy sellers do not utilize - but should, as well as how she manages her time working on her shop while working full-time and creating. Carma has lots of valuable tips for sellers ready to scale their business by outsourcing tasks or hiring full-time or part-time employees. [bctt tweet="Catalogs help u get more eyes on ur products than most other advertising methods #EtsySellers" username="ConvoMePodcast"] Kiyi Kiyi Cosmetics - Topics Discussed Carma explains why she believes starting out as an Etsy shopper makes transitioning to being a seller easier How Carma learned how to craft high-quality handcrafted body products by reading books and studying recipes for 6-months before making her first batch of soap Carma's process for creating a physical catalog highlighting specific products in her shop and what she believes her return on investment is for this marketing strategy How Carma ensures her "sensitive skin assurance" policy - ensuring customers know the ingredients before they buy She explains how she got started in wholesaling Valuable insight on how and when Etsy sellers should consider outsourcing. Kiyi Kiyi Cosmetics - Resources Mentioned Podcasts: Catalog Making Tools: | Etsy Networking Groups: | Etsy Wholesale Facebook Group | | | Website Building: Email Marketing: Carma's Etsy Shop Shout Outs  - for handcrafted sweaters, scarves, and other clothing and accessories. - Historically inspired, hand blended tea. - Beautifully handcrafted leather and waxed canvas bags from Australia Best Ways to Reach Carma Wood Etsy Shop Convo:  Website:  Email: KiyiKiyi [at] Outlook [dot] com Social media:  Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com For more help growing your Etsy-based business, check out these resources:

Growing up in an entrepreneurial focused family, AshleyMarie "Sey" Lively of the Etsy shop, has always had a passion and dream of becoming an entrepreneur herself. Her journey started as a name artist at Disneyland, where she worked for a year, and while her husband still works at Disney, her dream of becoming a creative entrepreneur shifted after attending art school and starting a family. Sey’s first Etsy shop was opened while she worked at Disneyland, but she quickly discovered that the crafts she was selling in her first shop were not as worthwhile as she originally thought. As an Etsy seller, you can probably relate very well with that sentiment. Although she still enjoys making a variety of arts and crafts pieces, she has transitioned and found a niche product that she not only loves to create, but one which is also more profitable.  now focuses primarily on selling name art, where she creatively designs paintings using people’s names and incorporating a variety of characters into each painting. Sey's beautiful name art pieces are all uniquely handmade, and she has been able to incorporate a wide variety of characters - from Star Wars and Ghostbusters to My Little Pony and Legend of Zelda - into hundreds of name art pieces. On today’s episode, Sey shares her experiences of working at Disneyland, why she decided to quit working outside of her home and become and entrepreneur, as well as what made her decide to find a specific niche for her business. She also explains how her crafts have been featured in magazines and even on the Conan O’Brien show. That's right... THE Conan O'Brien Show :) She also explains how she uses local events to help drive traffic and new customers to her Etsy shop, marketing techniques she has used that have helped increase her sales and conversions on various social media platforms. Sey and I also discuss lessons she has learned about making the shipping process easier for her craft business.   Sey Studios - Topics Discussed How Sey started working at Disneyland and why she transitioned into becoming a creative entrepreneur How she prices her handmade name art pieces - especially for longer names How local events, comic cons, and craft shows have impacted her Etsy online sales Managing her time while being a stay-at-home mom What social media tools she uses to promote her products Using the Etsy Seller Handbook to start and improve her business Sey’s advice to new or struggling Etsy sellers Sey Studios - Resources Mentioned Podcasts: Etsy Conversations Podcast Tools: Cell phone calendar Best Ways to Reach Sey Etsy Shop:  Email: SeyStudios [at] gmail [dot] com Social Media: , , Upcoming Event: Stop by and visit Sey at the ! Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com For more help growing your Etsy-based business, check out these resources:  

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Angela Doherty is my guest this week and she runs the Etsy shop Hooked By Angel. Tune in to hear how things took off in her Etsy shop once she decided to go from hobbyist to full-scale business. Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Kathleen Sheetz runs the Etsy shop Her Joyful Studio and this week she shares the story of het Etsy journey and success as a full-time seller. Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com  

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Maxwell Ryan is the Founder of Apartment Therapy and he's my guest this week. We're talking about growth for small creative businesses and learning how to navigate the meandering paths that involves. Listen in for a huge dose of inspiration and very practical information. Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Khin johnson runs the Etsy shop Paper Bound Love which came about during a 6-yr long-distance relationship with her then boyfriend (now husband). Now she makes her full-time living running her Etsy shop and catering to the wedding market... And her husband is poised to quit soon and join her full-time as well! Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com  

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Madeline Stage of the Etsy shop Green graves is my guest this week and the goal of her shop is to reduce, repurpose, and resell.  She's working towards her goal of giving a second life to abandoned materials (and things) and inspiring others to do the same. Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com  

It's Episode #4 of the Etsy Conversations Resources episode! Listen in to get all the latest information about what's going on in the Etsy community. Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Marie Segares is the Founder of Creative Yarn Entreprenuer, LLC, a website and podcast show and this week she shares valuable business tips about running your creative business. We also talk about her new book Make Money With Crochet (and how the principles within it can be applied to maker of other crafts, in addition to what it takes to write, publish, and market a book.   Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

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How much time do you spend promoting your Etsy shop on social media? Do you spend enough or too much? And how effective is it? There’s a man with one simple answer to all of these questions: his name is Natwar Maheshwari and the answer is . Natwar is the creator and founder of Around.IO, a productivity tool for Etsy shop owners and ecommerce sellers on Shopify and other platforms who want to fully optimize social media to grow traffic, grow their reach and take their businesses to the next level. It’s a tool that helps you automate your social media marketing. On today’s show you’ll hear Natwar’s journey from being an engineer and working in biopharmaceuticals to failing at his first independent business, and hitting a home run with Around.IO. He shares exactly how this tool helps committed business owners to reach their audiences more effectively, and how its daily and weekly planning options help you save time on social media while creating a more engaged audience for you. Natwar also talks about what he learned from the approximately 150 Etsy sellers he talked to during his 6,000 mile road trip meetups across the United States! He has a vast amount of knowledge on the benefits of social media for your shop, so listen in for all of that and more from Natwar on episode 123 of the Etsy Conversations podcast.

Do you have more than one passion you’d like to turn into a successful Etsy shop? That’s exactly what our returning guest has done! Anna from is back to share how her business has grown since her last visit to the show in 2013. A lot has changed for Anna since then: she’s significantly increased her sales and also opened up her second Etsy shop! Bare Sandals is a handcrafted foot jewelry business, specifically tailored to brides planning their destination weddings. Anna is passionate about creating all types of jewelry. And that passion inspired her to open Heart of Wander, where she expands into the space of bracelets, earrings, and more. On today’s show, Anna enlightens us with the experience and wisdom she’s gained running a successful Etsy shop. She talks about everything from registering your business with the IRS to how to create eye-catching photos. Anna also provides actionable steps you can take to build consistency in your business, and how to create a shipping system that works for you. Anna’s vast knowledge about SEO and what it takes to have excellent customer service will inspire you. Don’t miss all of Anna’s tips and much more on episode 122 of the Etsy Conversations Podcast!

Have you been dreaming of making a six-figure income through your Etsy business? Or maybe you would simply be elated to bring in an extra few hundred dollars a month. Whatever the case our guest for today’s show, Dalia Abdalla, can help you with both dreams! She is the owner of the Modern Pink Paper Etsy shop, a fulfilling and financially successful Etsy business she created while working full-time. In the process she discovered she wanted to help others through teaching so she founded the Etsy Seller Mastermind. The mastermind group is a space for people committed to running their Etsy shop as a professional, legitimate business and helping others to do the same. On today’s show Dalia shares one of the keys to her success: search engine optimization (SEO) and why it’s been so much more powerful for her growth than social media. We dive into how she got started, when she knew this should be her full-time pursuit and why not everyone is cut out to succeed on Etsy. Dalia is incredibly knowledgable about Etsy, SEO, and what it takes to be a success as a creative entrepreneur. She’s a straight shooter who gives solid, practical advice you can implement right away. You’ll want to hear all of that and much more from her on episode 121 of the Etsy Conversations podcast. Tweetable:   The Etsy Seller Mastermind – Topics Discussed Why did she choose Facebook as the platform for her mastermind? What is the best social media platform to start wtih? What does she think about Etsy “teams”? The 3 things you need for a good Etsy shop. Why you should "spy" on your customers! And more! Resources Mentioned by Steven Pressfield by Jack Mitchell Best ways to reach Dalia Email: Etsy shop: Website: Periscope: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR

It's all about this week... :) Frequently the best businesses are born from our own need: we have a problem, and need a solution. We create the solution, and then sell it to others who also need it. That was the case for today’s guest: Joe Leo. Joe isn’t new to the world of selling and customer service. He has owned brick and mortar shops before, but he was new to ecommerce and Etsy when he opened his coaster shop in August of 2015. He and his wife had bought new, white furniture for their bedroom and wanted to keep the end tables pristine by using coasters. Not able to find what he wanted, he created some. Even after he made a set he enjoyed the experience so much he continued making them. His daughter suggested he put them on Etsy and sell them to others. Even though he had no idea what Etsy was he got online that afternoon and jumped in with both feet! It wasn’t long before he was making sales of his handmade coasters, expanding his offerings into other items like snack trays and overall growing his business. He continues to work his full-time job as the marketing director of a radiology group, but sees Etsy as a valuable way to enjoy his free time and make some extra money now and into his retirement days. On this episode of the Etsy Conversations podcast, Joe and I talk about the most valuable tools and resources he has found to help him grow his business, why tracking his sales has been so beneficial and how he manages his time with work, his family, his singing gigs and his Etsy shop! There’s all of that and so much more on episode 120. Tweetable: "   The Coastal Workshop – Topics Discussed The advantages of e-commerce versus a brick and mortar store. How did Joe get started using Etsy and what was his original intent in doing so? One technique he uses to increase sales, and why it’s so effective. How in-person networking added a new stream of revenue for his business. What advertising strategies does he use? And more! Joe's Etsy Shop ShoutOut  - vintage and antique coin shop run by Roger Varouj Resources Mentioned  - A place to advertise your products and direct traffic to your Etsy shop; similar ot Craigslist  - Same as above  - An accounting/bookkeeping tool   Best ways to reach Joe - The Coastal Workshop Etsy shop convo: Website: Email: Social media: Twitter - Facebook - Instagram - Pinterest - Check out his singing skills at ... These guys are really good! :)   Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR

My guest this week has the patience of a saint because not only did I have to reschedule our convo once, but we also had lots of technical problems while recording our convo and she was really great about it all :) Shannon is my guest and she runs the Etsy shop ShanB Designs where she makes and sells accessories for people and pets. While reading Shannon's bio I noticed that her jewelry had been featured not just once, but twice in the and also that they had been included as part of the swag bags for the pre-Golden Globes. Naturally, I knew I had to ask about it and how she was able to get such great publicity for her products... Listen in to hear how it all happened. ShanB Designs Topics Discussed Getting publicity in national media outlets Transitioning gradually from FT employment to self-employment Choosing the ideal product line for you Etsy shop promotion ...and much more... Resources Mentioned Best ways to reach Shannon Etsy shop: Social media: , , , Shannon's Etsy Shop ShoutOut - run by Gina and Justin Rodgers. This husband and wife team make and sell household decor items from photos taken by Justin, a professional photographer. Check them out and tell them Shannon sent you!   Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

My guest this week is Hilary Lorenz and in 2010 she founded in Abiquiu, NM. Abiquiu is located in the high desert and that's where Hilary built by hand a large studio out of stone, mud, wood and tin. It's a space that she has also created for a select group of artists to come and create each year and we discuss her process for doing this in our convo. Each year Hilary splits her time between New York City and New Mexico... She spends several months in Abiquiu deeply engaged in her practices -art, running, mountaineering. She is a multidisciplinary artist who explores intersections of running, nature, and solitude and a highly accomplished artist. Her recent exhibitions include Nomadic Geographies (2014), Wave Hill, NY, In the Spirit (2014), Pioneer Bluff, KS, Tracing Nature, Muriel Guepin, NY (2012). Group exhibitions include, Influencers (2014) Print Center of NJ, Corridor Gallery, (2012) Brooklyn, NY and many more. She is also a Fulbright Fellow and the NEA-MidAtlantic Fellow. In 2011 Hilary had the pleasure of running on Track and Field, Allora and Calzadilla sculpture at the 54th Venice Biennale Lorenz received an M.A. and M.F.A. from University of Iowa and is a Professor at Long Island University-Brooklyn, NY. She was definitely one I wanted to talk to about time management since she has a lot on her plate. Stonetrigger Press Topics Discussed The value of storytelling in selling products How a 30-day creating and blogging challenge helped propel Etsy sales early on Art exhibits vs. craft fairs ...and much much more Resources Mentioned - a comprehensive resource for the printmaking community - great place for finding free or low cost shipping supplies. Just find your local market and start searching. Best ways to reach Hilary Email: Hilary [at] HilaryLorenz [dot] com Etsy shop: Social media: Website: Blog: Hilary's Etsy Shop Shoutout - listen in to hear how this Etsy seller uses a very creative and unique selling technique that has garnered her almost 30,000 sales to date and be sure to check out her Etsy shop... Let her know Hilary sent you! Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Joelle Poulos runs the Etsy shop and she's been selling on Etsy since she was just 16 years old. Now five years into her Etsy journey, she makes her full-time living selling her handmade art in various forms, both on Etsy and through her own ecommerce website - . Her handmade business affords her the opportunity to travel the world at will and I'm pleased to have her back home in the United Kingdom as my guest this week on the podcast. Joelle is an artist and a photographer (a skill that has come in very handy for her when it comes to product photography), and having multiple creative outlets has afforded her the benefit of being able to make her living using her different creative skills. She sells temporary tattoos, art prints, stickers, apparel, and more in her and through her . On she focuses on photography and SEO. In her own words: I love to maintain my creativity but still make a living from it Joelle's Emporium - Topics Discussed Starting off slowly then finding a product that strikes a chord on Etsy SEO for Etsy success made really, really simple... And free! Dealing with unhappy customers ...and much much more Resources Mentioned (formerly PinWoot) - for generating traffic (and more) through Pinterest , , and - additional ways to promote your Etsy shop , , and (this one is a local UK site) - good places to find freelance photographers to help with your product photography Here's an article Joelle wrote on her blog about how she does her Etsy SEO and gets great results: Best way to reach Joelle Website: Etsy shop: Social media: , , Joelle's Etsy Shop ShoutOut - Run by Sara Charles, she hand-illustrates, prints and sews her own brand of unique vagabond-style clothing and accessories. Please check out her shop and let her know Joelle sent you! :) Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

For almost one year now I've been waiting to attend the . I first found out about it last year after the event had already occurred so I was kind of bummed :( Fortunately, the event this year is scheduled for April 7-10, 2016 and you still have time to sign up for it... So, don't be like me and let a whole year go by before seizing the opportunity to attend :) Naturally, I'm sure you'd like to learn more about it first and that's exactly why I have the founders on the podcast this week. Nicole Stevenson and Delilah Snell founded about a decade ago and about 5 years ago and in our convo we dig in to how both events came about, what each has to offer, and what attendees can expect. Craftcation & Patchwork Show - Topics Discussed Of course we discuss both events in-depth :) Online workshops offered on Time management and life balance for business owners ...and lots more good stuff for creative & handmade business owners Resources Mentioned Blog post: (or any other conference) - an organized repository of blogs Editorial calendar - there are a number out there... Or you can use an Excel spreadsheet too :) - social media management tool - automation/productivity tool for streamlining a wide variety of tasks - website for finding groups and communities to network with - lots of creative groups on here Contact Nicole & Delilah Website: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Troy Bungart is a connector and that became very quickly evident to me during the course of our conversation. He runs two Etsy shops,  where he sells pottery tool and handmade brushes and where he sells ceramic and fine art products. We talk about how Troy has parlayed his education in photography into his Etsy businesses and also about how he grows his network and community of potters and artists, not just for advancing in business but also as a way of contributing, teaching, and giving back. I hope from what he shares you will also start thinking about ways that you can make genuine connections within your community and come out from your craft room or studio and from behind your computer to network and create similar authentic relationships. Troy Bungart Studios Topics Discussed Learning to sell on Etsy by being a buyer first Balancing a full-time job and two Etsy shops Putting family first, especially when it seems to go against the norm Creative podcasts that you might want to check out ...and much more Resources Mentioned - a podcast which features interviews with a wide variety of artists from around the world Potter's Mastermind Series Facebook group by Paul Blais - a podcast for ceramic artists and potters that features interviews of other ceramicists Troy's Etsy Shop ShoutOut - ceramic pottery from artists in San Joaquin County, CA Contact Troy Etsy shops: and Website: Social media: , , , , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

This conversation has been a long time coming... After hearing nothing but great things about the (AHAS) from previous guests (and also doing some personal sleuthing about it myself ;) ), I am so happy to finally have on AHAS Co-founder, Sharon Fain, as my guest this week. If you're a creative business owner and feel like you're floundering in your business or even just a bit disconnected from the creative business community then you'll really want to listen in and hear what the has to offer you as a creative business person. This is the AHAS vision: ...a thriving handmade economy where makers are celebrated, respected and successful as not only artists, but as businesses. We aim to honor those who make with skill, artistry, and love. Academy of Handmade - Topics Discussed The AHAS Awards and Ceremony The need for community and celebration and how the Academy of Handmade is filling that need Membership benefits and expanding chapters ...and lots more Resources Mentioned - a good place to connect with your local creative and handmade community - great place for learning - task organization system to help improve your time management and productivity - great for making graphics and images without needing a ton of graphic design skills on your part Contact Sharon & Learn more About AHAS Website: Email: Sharon [at] AcademyOfHandmade [dot] com ***Promo code: "convome"** - use this code to vote in the AHAS awards for just $5 (regularly priced at $15)... Thank you Sharon! :) I'm giving a shoutout to Nessa of and Jessica of for putting AHAS on my radar... Thank you ladies!   Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Charles and Gayle Curry are the power duo behind the Etsy seller resource arsenal . Their Etsy seller training resource came about after they helped friends and family members start their own successful and thriving Etsy shops. What's even more amazing is that when Gayle and Charles first opened their own Etsy shop - - in 2012, they had made just 3 sales in their first three months! So why were people flocking to them for help with their Etsy shops you ask? Well, they made some changes in their shop and within the space of 7 months they grew their Etsy sales to $13,055.92. Now if that isn't proof in the pudding I don't know what is :) Since then, Charles and Gayle have expanded their wall decal business and now sell in their own Amazon store, ecommerce website, and have opened additional Etsy shops. Their business has also grown to the point that they now have a team that helps with tasks in production and advertising. eShopMarketer Topics Discussed Knowing when to leave a FT job to focus on growing your business Free Etsy training webinar Goal-setting for Etsy sellers and time management eShopMarketer training, membership site and benefits ...and much more Resources Mentioned - Free training webinar for Etsy sellers with Charles and Gayle where they answer your questions, provide valuable seller info and share the secrets to their success - used for renewing listings but the tool can do even more Etsy Shop ShoutOut - run by Katee E., a client of Charles and Gayle's. In her Etsy shop she sells her line of cute and snazzy yet affordable trendy clothing for mothers and kids. Contact Charles & Gayle Blog:  Social media: , , , , , eCommerce site: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Sevda runs two Etsy shops - and - in addition to working a full time job in architecture and she's my guest this week all the way from beautiful Istanbul, Turkey. Like a good portion of Etsy seller, Sevda found her way onto Etsy not just for a source of additional income but as a way to share her creative skills with the world. Interestingly, the bulk of her sales are international and so we get to discuss in-depth how she handles international transactions and some of the lessons she's along the way that have helped her offer great customer service to her international customers. This is really good info for you if you're a seller who has some trepidation about selling internationally. Mamma Mia Bridal & Eme Topics Discussed Balancing a full-time job and two Etsy shops Importance and benefits of offering a well-defined product line Effectively selling to an international market ...and much more Contact Sevda Etsy shops: and Email: MammaMiaEme [at] gmail [dot] com Social media: , , , , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

I discovered my guest Kaitlin Anderson through an article I read on the Huffington Post - .  She runs the Etsy shop with her mom and after being in business for two years she has lots of great insights to offer both new and seasoned Etsy sellers. The advice Kaitlin offered in the article really got me thinking about how I make my spending decisions with respect to my business. We talked about that in more detail in our convo. Kaitlin has taken a very natural and organic approach to marketing and growing their Etsy sales and their Treat Dreams bakery business as a whole. Of the two business partners she handles the marketing and other administrative responsibilities (her mom does all the baking) and we talk about the strategies she's employed (and not employed) for promoting their business and brand. Treat Dreams Topics Discussed Running a family business and the division of labor Being intentional about career choices Strategies for making wise and sound business decisions Keeping things natural and organic (both in their products and growing their business) ...and much much more Contact Kaitlin Etsy shop convo: Website: Social media: , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

is the creative brain child of Kathy Bennett which she birthed after leaving the security of a government job and an 18-year foray into entrepreneurship and self employment. Thanks to her experience running several businesses and having some of the struggles that are common amongst entrepreneurs, Kathy has some unique insight into what success means, and should mean for a business person and we talk all about that, and much much more... The Painted Pearl SRQ Topics Discussed Defining success Job security vs. entrepreneurial life Forecasting for future business expansion Jumping in with both feet vs. making a more deliberate and planned move Resources Mentioned of the hosted by Andreea Ayers - founded and run by successful Etsy seller Dalia Abdalla of Etsy shop Kathy's Etsy Shop ShoutOuts - run by Kaye Kraus where she sells Bohemian jewelry and colorful beaded jewelry - run by Lynda Groeschen where she sells rustic wall art flowers - run by Julie where she sells her unique handmade Boho clothing and accessories Best Ways To Reach Kathy Etsy shop: Email: kb558 [at] live [dot] com Social media: , Website:   My Etsy Shop ShoutOut of the Week - run by husband and wife team Joe and Sue. Theirs is a relatively new Etsy shop and they sell custom handmade coasters, snack trays, and serving trays. Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

My guest this week is my neighbor of sorts... He's San Francisco-based Jacob Fisher and he runs the Etsy shop where he sells his handmade all-vegan accessories that are durable, stylish and very reasonably-priced.  started out as a partnership business. Along the way has evolved into a one-man sole proprietorship. If you've ever considered getting a business partner OR going it alone you'll get some great firsthand insight form someone who's done it both ways. Jacob shares the pros and cons of both setups and sheds some light on how to determine what works or will work best for you. RetoolSF Topics Discussed Transitioning from full-time outside employment to full-time self-employment Pros and cons of different business structures i.e. partnership vs. sole proprietorship Keeping vegan accessories stylish yet affordable Strategies and resources for building handmade and crafting skills Resources Mentioned - I couldn't find the exact course Jacob took but it's a great resource for a wide variety of crafting courses nonetheless State Board of Equalization and Franchise Tax Board -varies from state to state but these offices are where you typically will need to go to get your seller's permit tool Jacob's Etsy Shop ShoutOut - original artwork, drawings and prints by Theo Ellsworth Best Ways to Reach Jacob Etsy shop: Email: RetoolSF [at] gmail [dot] com Social media: , , Website: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

is, in shop owner Mikala's words "a blind effort to create a cohesive, curated collection with the intent to use fabulous style to bring attention to and support charities who are doing a great job". Mikala does this by following her 3-Step Plan to Save the World With Vintage, and yes, in our convo she lays out the exact plan and how she is working it right now. Mikala has a background in non-profit fundraising and so she has a real passion for helping charitable organizations that are doing good. This played a huge role in the founding goal and the intent/mission behind which is to show people how little it takes to make positive lasting change... She does this by donating 10% of the proceeds she receives from all sales in her shop to the various charitable organizations she chooses to support. Greater Goods Vintage: Topics Discussed Mikala's process for selecting/vetting charitable organizations to support Jumping into Etsy "blindly" vs. strategically planning entry onto Etsy Vintage shopping vs. Thrifting... One and the same, or is there a difference Time management and organization for full-time work from home business ...and much much more Resources Mentioned - Mikala supports various charitable organizations at different times, this is the one she is currently supporting (as of the date of our convo) (Tara Jacobsen's Etsy shop) Mikala's Etsy Shop ShoutOut - run by Jennifer Fleck where she sells, in her own words, "passionately pretty vintage clothing" Best Ways to Reach Mikala Etsy shop: Website: Email: GreaterGoodsVintage [at] gmail [dot] com Social media: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

My guest this week is Jessica Stansberry and she's the Founder of , a branding, web design, and strategy studio. Jessica's target market is women-owned businesses and she refers to herself as the "Lady Business Surrogate" because she helps businesses go from idea (or infancy) to fully-birthed. Jessica's passion is to help women who run creative businesses be successful in their business endeavors. To achieve that she offers services which, in addition to web design, branding, and strategy, includes how to transition from Etsy to an ecommerce platform (with or without leaving Etsy altogether) without losing existing customers. Jessica launched an eCourse called "Get Off Your Etsy" in which she teaches Etsy sellers who want to migrate onto an ecommerce website exactly how to do so and we discuss in-depth exactly what is covered in the course. Check out Jessica and her co-host Jaclyn's podcast. If you're contemplating expanding your etsy empire by starting your own ecommerce website then give Jessica a holler as well! Southtown Creative Convo: Topics Discussed Business strategy for handmade businesses "Get Off Your Etsy" eCourse Jessica's "All Up in Your Lady Business" podcast ...and much more Resources Mentioned Jessica's podcast: Best Ways to Reach Jessica Website: Social media: , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

If you've ever been curious about selling vintage items on Etsy then you'll love listening to my convo with Bree... She runs the Etsy shop (which she sweetly named after her grandmothers) and she specializes in selling vintage clothing as well as handmade upcycled clothing, accessories and jewelry. Bree is fascinating... She used to own a brick and mortar boutique before she opened her Etsy and during our convo I asked her to do a comparison between the two. Listen in to hear her thoughts. In addition to being a self-proclaimed "fashion gypsy" she's also an established DJ! Topics Discussed Selling vintage goods vs. handmade on Etsy Goal-setting for Etsy success Product display and product photography Building a business and making connections in a new city ...And much more Resources Mentioned - a resource for empowering women in the creative industry - a site for converting vintage women's clothing sizes into today's sizes - for local info on Farmer's Markets, craft shows, etc. in the Austin, TX area Etsy apps - Sell on Etsy and Etsy browsing app (download from the Apple App store OR Google Play store) Shipping supplies - and from eBay - tool for building Instagram audience Bree's Etsy Shop ShoutOut - shop is run by Maggie who mentored Bree in all things vintage and more... Please drop by Maggie's Etsy shop and let her know Bree sent you! :) Best ways to reach Bree Etsy shop: Websites: and Social media: , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

 is run by business partners Chris and Rob and with a product line that consists (at the time of our convo) of 15 items, they have built a very successful online and offline business. Chris is my guest this week and I think you'll enjoy hearing how they started and have grown their business to where it is today. They are also in the process of launching a second shop - , a wood working store that will offer all handmade kitchen items and drinking accessories made from reclaimed bourbon barrels - and we talk all about how they lessons they learned from building their shop has helped them with the second one. One of the things I found quite intriguing was how Chris and Rob have turned some firmly - held beliefs about selling on Etsy on their head, specifically, that you have to stock your Etsy shop with lots of products to get found for more stuff and to be successful... Not so, in the case of . Topics Discussed Etsy Wholesale on-boarding experience Testing out products locally before taking them online Forming partnership with local businesses Creating an ecommerce site with Shopify Thinking outside the box when it comes to craft fairs and vendor shows And more... Resources Mentioned - subscription-based theme-driven boxes and products - Etsy keyword analysis tool - "internet marketing made easy" tool Merlin's Beard Products Limited Time Offer Promo code for Etsy Convo listeners: Use coupon code "EtsyConvo" (no quotes) to get 15% off your purchase in shop until 12/31/2015... Just in time to do your Christmas shopping for the men in your life! Contact Chris Etsy convo: Email: MerlinsBeardProducts [at] gmail [dot] com OR Chris [at] CamelotsFinest [dot] com Chris' Etsy Shop ShoutOut - father and son Etsy shop that sells custom Lego ornaments Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Darnell Brown is the Founder and Chief Creative officer of and he's my guest this week, is a quirky lifestyle brand that makes bold graphic tees and he's put in a lot of effort to define and target exactly the market he wants to reach. From my first contact with Darnell, I could sense the energy he has put behind his brand and in talking with him his passion for what he's doing now and the direction he wants to take his company really shines through brightly. I learned so much from Darnell because he reads a LOT and really has taken the time to educate himself about business and things that intrigue him so he was dropping all kinds of "knowledge bombs" on me and I loved!! Topics Discussed Building a culture around your brand Lean startup methodology and how he's applying that to his creative business Social media strategy for marketing an Etsy shop and brand Time management and multi-tasking My Favorite Quotes by Darnell Wall art is about impression, graphic tees are about expression Creativity can flourish, even within constraints You've got to niche down and scale up Resources mentioned Darnell's Etsy ShoutOut Etsy buyer: Lucy T. for providing valuable insight and being the first customer to purchase a graphic tee Contact Darnell Etsy shop: Website: Social media: , , , ,   Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Kim Konen is back on the podcast and if you don't yet know who she is then you probably didn't hear the of the podcast back in June 2015. Kim is a former Etsy employee who relocated from New York and now sells full time on Etsy in her shop . I've been waiting to have Kim back on to talk about her own Etsy story as a seller and in this episode you'll get to know her better as an Etsy seller (which is also interwoven with her time as an Etsy employee). For the second time now, I anticipated that I'd spend about an hour talking with Kim for the podcast but we went on for almost 2 hours!! That's because she's just so engaging and a huge source of helpful information. I love that Kim is still so passionate about the Etsy community and making it a marketplace that buyers and sellers feel good about doing business on... And it's genuine, not because she's worked there but because she genuinely believes in it. I really think you'll enjoy this Etsy Convo. Topics Discussed: Time management Setting realistic expectations Goal setting Prepping for Christmas/holiday selling period And much much more... Resources Mentioned: Best ways to reach Kim: Email: tinyhearts [at] gmail [dot] com Etsy shop: Social media: , Blog: Kim's Etsy Shop ShoutOut - run by Katie N. who makes and sell custom pet portraits and other other gift items for pet's humans Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

It's been exactly one year to the day since I last had Marci Lundy on the podcast for ... We actually didn't plan it this way but now that we've set the precedent I told her she has another year to do even greater things then come back on the podcast again this time next year! :) Marci runs the Etsy shops and but she's also expanding her business beyond the boundaries of Etsy and creating her own unique and profitable path. This includes reaching out to gift retailer and getting approval to create and sell a unique product line in their marketplace. She's also teaming up with a local business to sell a line of beauty products exclusively through that channel as well. Topics Discussed: Partnering with specialty sites for increased sales and exposure Running two Etsy shops and what that entails Creating product lines for physical brick and mortar partners Holiday selling strategies Resources Mentioned: - just about everything is "Google-able" ;) Marci's Etsy Shop Shoutouts: Contact Marci: Etsy shops - and Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Onyii Brown is the fashion designer behind ... I actually found out about her through my brother who saw her fashion show during New York Fashion Week 2015 and when I learned that she got her start on Etsy I knew I just had to have her on the podcast.  I was so curious to find out how she made the leap from Etsy to the most highly sought after runway in the world and she's here this week sharing her story and how it happened every step of the way. I love how she describes how she reacted when she was pushed into a corner and forced to make choices and how she overcame the odds... Starting with a sewing machine that she didn't even really know how to use! :) Topics Discussed: Differentiating oneself from the competition in a saturated field The importance of humble beginnings Handling the struggle between being secure and following one's passion Always learning and growing and why this is a must for all entrepreneurs Future plans for . Resources Mentioned: - Gotta love this... There is sooo much helpful information here. Best ways to reach Onyii: Website: Social Media: , , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

I'm so proud that this day has arrived... This is officially my 100th Etsy Conversations Podcast episode. Well, technically, it's actually episode #102 I believe but it's my hundredth numbered episode. In the podcasting world (and in my own little world too) this is a big deal because "they" say that in podcasting most new shows don't make it past the 7th episode, so to now be a 3-digit podcast makes me happy that I have survived this long :) I wanted to make this a super-special episode to mark this milestone and have on a special guest but I didn't get who I really wanted and because I have been traveling internationally for the last couple of weeks, I decided that I'd just have a quiet celebration with just you and me... :) This is also a great time for me to take care of some housekeeping so in this episode I talk about some things that I don't usually get to talk about during the regular episodes. Topics Discussed - Yes! I do sell on Etsy too :) One of my recent podcast guests asked me if I have an Etsy shop and why I never talk about it or promote it on the podcast... So I address why I have chosen to do things the way I do and what, if anything will be changing going forward. - I talk about the benefits of being a guest on the podcast and what I do for featured shops, I also discuss how to be a guest on the show or how to make a suggestion for potential guests that you'd like to hear on the podcast. Have you ever wondered why some people aren't on the podcast...? I explain that too. Connect With Me - I'm almost everywhere on social media you'd think to look (but I'm not equally active on all platforms). All my social media links and contact information are below and I'd really like to connect with you on your platform of choice... I'm partial to some, I definitely have my "preferred places to hang out", but like I said, I'm pretty much everywhere. Podcast Reviews - in the world of podcasts, reviews are pretty important when it comes to directories like and . I explain why reviews are the lifeblood of a podcast (okay, maybe it's not that dire), but they certainly are great to have and I make a request for honest ratings and reviews. Etsy Shop ShoutOuts Tara Jacobsen - marketing expert at and Etsy shop owner of . She helped me get organized and streamline my processes to ensure I get to spend time growing my Etsy shops while running the podcast. Her printable planners and organizers have been super duper helpful for me, and fun to use to!! Michele Gallagher - Etsy consultant at . She helped me set up my Simply Craft Supplies shop because I was spread too thin doing the podcast, and she can do the same, and probably more, for you too. Michele also sells on Etsy in . Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

My guest this week is Tara Jacobsen of . Tara is also a 15-year marketing expert and when I learned that she recently opened up her brand new Etsy shop, , I was very interested to learn how her marketing background was helping her as an Etsy business owner and wanted her to share some marketing tips and information with us. You can learn all about Tara's marketing services at and also see what she's done in that arena in the past. Tara's also a professional speaker so get ready for a long and very detailed conversation. I'm very grateful to have had her as my guest as she shared lots of valuable information and agreed to use me as a case study to test out how well the service packages she offers Etsy sellers work, so stay tuned for the "before and after" follow up episode to see how things panned out ;) Topics we discussed: The joys of marketing Knowing the right time to get help Know who your perfect customer (or "avatar") is Time management for multi-passionate entrepreneurs and busy parents Etsy shop promotion (it's always nice to learn how a professional marketer gets things done... ;) ) Social media marketing strategies And much much more... Resources mentioned: - for finding and removing inactive Twitter followers - tool for Etsy SEO and keyword research - for creating graphics e.g. shop banner, logo, etc. - for curating items you like Tara's Etsy Shop ShoutOut: - she makes cute and adorable paper clips and page markers (tell her Tara sent you :) ) Best ways to reach Tara: Websites:  and Etsy shop: Twitter: and Pinterest: and Instagram: and Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

It's party time...! My guest this week is Nessa Jay and she runs the Etsy shop . Nessa and I first "met" in the (and if you're not yet a part of that group please feel free to hop on over and join us). We had a conversation in the group around what types of Etsy sellers people wanted to hear on the podcast and that was the genesis of this episode. Nessa is of the school of thought that we can learn something from almost everyone, including newbies, and so that's one of the topics we focus on during our convo. Nessa runs full time and she shares some very specific steps about how she does it and how she manages her time, including the journey to finding real balance between running your own business full time and having a life. Other Topics Discussed (Some of them...) Defining success Nessa's Pinterest strategy The value of learning from newbies Nessa's strategy for finding her target audience (if you like what you hear, let her know...) ...and much more Resources Mentioned Nessa's Etsy Shop ShoutOuts - run by Ali Pickett, specializing in button pins, magnets, mirrors, temporary tattoos and more - run by Katie and she specializes in beautiful calligraphy prints Best ways to reach Nessa Etsy shop: Website: Social media: , , , , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

I really loved talking to this week's podcast guest Gabe Molnar because his Etsy story is a fantastic reminder of many important facts including: Following your instincts and your passion regardless of what others say Having a creative outlet and finding a way to create the life you want around it Doing whatever it takes to be successful regardless of what extrinsic factors you have to battle Bartering for services and photography with other professionals Being everywhere... As much as you possibly can anyway Gabe's Etsy shop is and to date he has sold over 8,100 handmade items... All of which he has designed, created, packed, shipped, etc. by himself. In our convo we talk about Gabe being a truly one-man show and I get to discuss his take on outsourcing and time management as it relates to him being a solo entrepreneur and owner of a very busy Etsy shop. Gabe's story is such an intriguing one... He went from being a member of a popular heavy metal band that toured the world and opened for ... (I confess, I didn't know who they were before this convo), to being featured in an and also an (back when that was a thing on Etsy). He's a podcaster as well, so after we "geek out" just a bit about podcasting, he shares his thoughts on how he believes podcasting can help Etsy sellers promote their businesses... As in, Etsy sellers having their own podcasts for their Etsy shops! I'm all for this as well and I share my thoughts why. Granted, podcasting isn't everybody's cup of tea, but you never know... Resources mentioned: Contact Gabe: Etsy shop: Social media: , , , , , , Website: (Gabe's podcast is hosted here); Gabe's Etsy Shop ShoutOut - please check out Erin's Etsy shop too... She and Gabe first met when they had neighboring tables at craft fairs they did in New York Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

My guest this week is Kristen Carrasco and her Etsy shop is . Kristen makes and sells jewelry, inspirational art prints, and hand-crafted ribbon pine cone holiday ornaments & decorations... In her own words, Kristen describes her Etsy shop as a "gift store". Kristen is a graphic designer and defines herself as a creator of crafty things... Love it! :) She generously shares the story of how and why she ended up selling on Etsy and some of the important lessons she has learned all along the way. Topics discussed: Setting inventory goals (think about holiday stock...) Etsy shop promotion and the importance and benefits of in-person networking Craft fair selection process Developing Etsy shop policies Bookkeeping and accounting solutions for Etsy sellers ...and much more I forgot to mention this during my convo with Kristen but she's offering a special discount to all Etsy Conversations Podcast listeners. Use the promo code ETSY15 to save 15% on your total purchase in . Resources mentioned: (Kristen found the "Art of Pricing" workshop particularly helpful) (If This Then That) Bootcamp (The Art of Getting Press) Best ways to reach Kristen... Her Parade of Links :): Etsy shop: Blog: Social media: , , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Have you ever done something and had a false start, then gone back and re-tooled and come back better? That's exactly what my guest this week did. She's Sarah of Etsy shop where she sells calligraphy and hand-lettering stationery (and soon to be more) products. If you're not happy with the way things are going with your Etsy shop right now and you think you need to take a step back and  change things up in  a way that you know will work out better for your business then listen to my conversation with Sarah where she shares her own experience and what she learned. You'll learn that it's perfectly okay, and maybe even essential, to start over... Topics discussed: Building buzz prior to launching an Etsy shop Generating sales through social media Packaging and presentation for maximum impact Sarah's social media strategies that have worked for garnering sales Resources mentioned: Photofy Studio app Etsy teams Best ways to reach Sarah: Etsy shop convo: Social media: , , Sarah's Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

My guest this week is Patty and she runs the Etsy shop , but that's just one aspect of what she does as business owner... Patty is a graphic designer and she sells stationery for creative business owners who own Etsy shops and have online businesses. She also has a website where she blogs and in particular shares tips and information about blogging as a means to run and grow an online business. Patty has lots of information to share with fellow entrepreneurs who are moms (especially of young children like hers) and who are working a full-time job while building a business on the side. We also talk about... Selling internationally Squarespace vs. WordPress for blogging Developing new product lines ... and more... Resources mentioned: Best ways to reach Patty: Email: CharmingTreeDesign [at] gmail [dot] com Website: Social media: , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Okay Etsy sellers, get ready to have your socks blown right off... In this episode of the podcast I talk to Richie and Gordon of and if you've never heard of this fabulous tool that is designed to help you super-charge your Etsy sales and business then you definitely will want to take the time out to listen to what its all about. As of this writing, I have not yet personally used  so I had lots of questions about it and how it works and who its for, etc. But by the time the episode airs, I plan to be already subscribed... :) So what is Marmalead? To quote Gordon and Richie, it is... The best Etsy SEO and market research tool for Etsy sellers Are you intrigued yet? Think about this way, all that research that we tend to do manually on Etsy such as comparing pricing, fishing for good keywords for our titles and tags, figuring out what terms buyers are searching for and which tags are trending, and on and on... does all that for you now. The guys were kind enough to answer all my questions about this tool and delved very deeply into the inner workings of the tool and how it can help you grow your Etsy sales. Here are some of the things we discussed: How to use Ideal candidates for the tool How to interpret the information provided Subscription to the service and support provided Future plans for And lots lots more... I really enjoyed talking with Richie and Gordon because they are very personable and have a great passion for solving these pain points which just about every Etsy seller experiences (because they had them as well when they embarked on opening their own Etsy shop, so they really get it)... And, they got my jokes :) If you have any additional questions about the tool that we didn't discuss in our convo please do leave it in the comments section below or use the contact information for Gordon and Richie to ask them directly. I know they'll be glad to answer your questions and to get any feedback from you too, so, share away!  Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

I just had a lovely conversation with Lisa Lehmann, the artist, maker, and gold-smithing creative genius behind the Studio Jewel brand - and Etsy shop . Lisa creates her handmade jewelry from her home studio while at the same time raising 4 teenagers whom she home-schooled while she was initially building her business. If you need some inspiration on your Etsy and creative business journey, especially if you're feeling somewhat overwhelmed with the responsibilities of your own life then sit back and listen to this convo with Lisa. You're not alone... If anyone understands and has worked through all that, it's Lisa. We talk about: How she created her product line and what the inspiration behind her products is The importance of having a mentor How being transparent and authentic has helped her audience connect with her in a very personal way Instant selling on Instagram And lots more... Resources mentioned: Etsy team - (for Jewelry sellers on Etsy Team) Connect with Lisa: Email: studiojewel [at] gmail [dot] com Social media: , , , Website: Etsy shop: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Grab your notebooks and get ready for this episode... My guests are Todd and Rachel Swenddal and they are the husband and wife team behind the Etsy shops , and the ecommerce website . There was so much I wanted to discuss with them so this isn't a typical episode...kind of... There are a number of things that they are doing that is quite unique so our conversation went off the usual track. They started in January 2014 where they sell handmade children's activity books, and in September 2014 where they primarily sell some of the most adorable birthday and holiday outfits for little boys and girls. Listen in to hear the inspiration behind their Etsy shops and how, in less than a year, they have grown one of them to the point where they have had to hire part-time staff in addition to creating an independent ecommerce website. Topics discussed: Staying true to the mission of your business What it's really like working with your spouse Using Facebook ads to launch an Etsy shop Tools for doing great keyword research Calculating profit margins and customer acquisition costs Multi-channel selling... Think eBay, Bonanza, etc. ...and so much more...! Resources mentioned: Google Keyword Planner Best ways to reach Todd & Rachel: Etsy convo: & Website: Social media: Facebook, Pinterest Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Joelle Weber runs the Etsy shop where she makes and sells handmade art which incorporates the use of recycled and upcycled  paper such as wallpaper samples, magazine ads, and worn out books. She has made it the goal of her Etsy business, not only to create unique products, but also to make products that are eco-friendly. I really like that Joelle makes an effort to connect with fellow makers and she shares how she uses these connections to gain more exposure for her products and brand. She also talks about sourcing from other Etsy sellers and why she makes an effort to do that. Topics discussed: Selecting craft shows Etsy shop promotion using social media, blog giveaways, and email marketing Creative ruts and how to get out of them ...and more! Resources mentioned: Etsy Listings Manager Adobe Creative Suite How to reach Joelle: Email: PageFreeArt [at] gmail [dot] com Etsy shop: Social media: , , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Rachel Potucek is my guest this week and she runs the Etsy shop . She also started her own ecommerce website at around the same she opened up her Etsy shop so she provides some great insight into the ins and outs of running both, time management, ROI (return on investment) from each, etc. It's been quite a busy and successful first year for Rachel and we talk about some of her first year's hits and misses, just as importantly, we also discuss her definition of success and how one's definition of success can determine your own outlook when it comes to your business. What you see on Etsy when it comes to the number of sales a seller has is not necessarily the whole story. Rachel went big in her first year by diving into wholesale, and private label products on top of individual customer sales. Topics discussed: Landing corporate clients; private-label products Creating relationships locally for local sourcing Creatively using free Facebook services for marketing your business ...Genius... Methods for determining final product pricing Resources mentioned: Book - Words for Wise Women by Katherine Jordan Best ways to reach Rachel: Email: Hello [at] PeoplesSoap [dot] com Etsy shop: Website: Social media: , , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Shannon DePalma of Shannon DePalma Coaching and The Etsy Course is my guest this week and if you're a new or struggling Etsy seller then you'll really want to listen up and take note of what she has to share... And what she has to offer. In our convo, Shannon shares very candidly about how she first started selling on Etsy and gradually transitioned from having an Etsy shop to an offline wedding floral design business (which had its roots in her Etsy shop)... To now offering coaching services for Etsy sellers as well as an Etsy course and live workshops (but these are only limited to folks in the South Orange, NJ area... Or to anyone who might want to travel there for the workshop) :) Shannon's coaching comes from a place of personal experience and she takes a unique approach which involves teaching her clients how to be more vulnerable and self-confident as a way of growing to bigger and better things. It's worked for her you'll hear from her own personal story why she has chosen to take this approach with her clients. Topics we discuss: How to parlay your Etsy skills into other areas and expand your handmade business Hiring help for your business/outsourcing tasks Knowing your target market and why it's an integral part of your success Shannon's current favorite tools and resources Resources mentioned: Best ways to reach Shannon: Website: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

If you're an Etsy seller and you're thinking about (or have been thinking about) expanding your brand to an ecommerce website but you don't want to leave Etsy completely... Then grab a cup of your beverage of choice and listen in to this conversation I had with Annika Schauer and Chris Craig of . was founded by Annika and her business partner and Etsy seller Raina Scott and the site officially launched on June 21st, 2015. The goal of the service they provide is to offer Etsy sellers an effortless way to create websites while still maintaining their (your) brand and shop on Etsy. Topics discussed: How came to be Mechanics of site-building with Beeswax and ease-of-use Content creation, SEO, newsletter/mailing list, and social media integration Syndicated content vs. duplicate content... What does this all mean? Pricing... Availability... Support... ...and lots more info about what you can do with a Contact information: Annika: Annika[at]BeeswaxWebsites[dot]com Chris: Chris[at]Beeswaxsites[dot]com Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

This quote won't come as news to you: In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes. - Benjamin Franklin Today I'm talking to Mark Faggiano and he's the founder of , a cloud-based service that automates sales tax compliance for ecommerce sellers. If you thought you were somehow exempt from paying sales tax, unfortunately, that may not necessarily be the case. Please note that neither Mark nor I are lawyers or accountants, however, we are talking about the service he provides which takes the headache out of filing sales tax. Mark started his entrepreneurial journey in ecommerce and now he focuses on making apps that make the business side of ecommerce easier. He's passionate about solving complex problems for small businesses. You'll need to consult with a lawyer or accountant to get advice specific to your situation but when it comes down to actually wrangling the data and info you need to properly file your sales tax, then you might want to take a closer look at what has to offer. In my conversation with Mark, he shares lots of information about what does and how it can help you; not just Etsy sellers, but ecommerce sellers in general... So if you're selling on multiple channels online, listen up :) Topics discussed: Quickbooks vs. - what's the difference? Do you need both? How to determine if you need to file taxes in multiple states Autofiling of sales tax with Nexus...? What's that...? ...and all the other extra good bits that come along with a TaxJar subscription Contact TaxJar: Email: support[at]TaxJar[dot]com TaxJar and Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

My guest is Danielle Vincent and she and her husband Russ are the brains behind . They started off with an independent ecommerce business on their own website Outlaw Soaps and then expanded the wholesale line of their business onto Etsy in their shop . Danielle spent 10 years working as a corporate Digital Product Manager before she quit to start making a living making and selling soaps. Topics we discuss: Running a business with a spouse and the division of labor Focusing on using Etsy primarily for bulk wholesale orders rather than individual retail orders All things Shopify for running an ecommerce website Blogging for marketing Approaching the press and media outlets to get exposure for your brand and product Resources mentioned: Chuck Revell (photographer) - - home of the tool for determining product pricing - ecommerce-building platform Reach Danielle: Social media: , , , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com  

Cara is an elementary school teacher by day and an Etsy entrepreneur by night... and that is literally by "all night" because she's having so much fun selling on Etsy that she really throws herself into it when she's not working. She runs the Etsy shop where she sells her unique handmade crochet items. Currently her bestseller is a , which caught my eye as well. Click on the link and check it out! One of the things I really liked about Cara is just how excited she is about selling on Etsy. She has a clear idea of what she wants to get out of Etsy, and so, unlike some new sellers who get jaded when the sales don't come rolling in quickly, she's enjoying the process of learning to sell on Etsy. Her goal for now is to have continue her hobby but get it to the point where it pays for itself. Topics we discuss: Leveraging experience as an Etsy buyer to be a better Etsy seller Using good customer service as a marketing tool Loop giveaways on Instagram Resources mentioned:  - Note: you'll need to have a business account in order to participate when they eventually roll out this feature to sellers on platforms other than Shopify and Demandware Best ways to reach Cara: Email: laceyblue83 [at] yahoo [dot] com Etsy shop convo: Social media: , , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Jordani runs the Etsy shop and with just over 6,700 sales (at the time of our conversation) she has lots of good tips for selling successfully on Etsy that I think will be new to you and very, very actionable. Her success is real and her techniques for selling on Etsy are very down-to-earth and organic. They've worked well for her and even though you may sell products that are vastly different from hers, I think you'll get the spirit of how she found her own unique path on Etsy and made it work for her.  Like a lot of Etsy sellers, Jordani started off selling on Etsy as a hobby but in four years (these things take time to develop folks!). She was able, over that time period to successfully convert it into a legitimate business that completely supports her today. Listen to our convo to hear Jordani talk about: How raising her product prices led to increased sales The importance of renewals to increasing sales Outsourcing administrative tasks, even product photography How goal-setting can help to keep you on track and measure your progress Resources mentioned: Best way to reach Jordani: Etsy shop convo: Social media: , , , Website: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

I love communicating with folks that listen to the podcast and when I ask for feedback and guest suggestions I honestly want it. This week's guest is a direct result of this... I got a request from a listener via Twitter asking for an episode with an Etsy seller that specializes in selling downloadable patterns. I was thrilled to get this very specific request and set out on a mission to fulfill it. I'm truly grateful to my guest Maria, she runs the Etsy shop and has done so since 2009 and she responded to a request I put out on the Etsy Conversations Facebook page and group. Thank you Maria! ...and ShoutOut to Karen of Etsy shop for introducing Maria to the podcast back in 2014! :) Maria is a veteran Etsy seller and she opened  as a way to sell toys and sensory tools she had designed for children with ADHD and autism.   She started designing products she thought would help children who were diagnosed with ADHD and autism with input and ideas from an occupational therapist. Initially, she started out selling her designs locally in the occupational therapist's office before she moved to selling them online.  Maria said she chose Etsy because she loved the marketplace, loved the forums, and felt like it was an encouraging place to grow her design skills and business. And grow she has... Hear how Maria used YouTube to learn advanced skills that helped her expand her product line and how that led her into the world of patterning. We also discuss the benefits of local Etsy teams as well as those that are not primarily focused marketing and shop promotion. I think it's a great discussion about the importance of connecting in a constructive way and how that can help you grow as a business person both on and off Etsy. Resources mentioned: Etsy teams: , , , and Local Etsy teams:  and Helpful podcasts:  (Jennifer Ackerman),  (Amy Porterfield), (Pat Flynn), and (Natalie Sisson) (I also find all these podcasts beneficial as well) :) Best ways to reach Maria: Etsy convo: Instagram: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Cyndi Blais is my guest this week and her Etsy shop is an extension of her fitness business. I love that Cyndi has found a great niche to serve and she is blossoming within it by just serving the market she narrowed down her products to - Fitbit and fitness tracker users. Cyndi creates stunning and unique wearable Fitbit jewelry and fitness tracker accessories for men and women to securely conceal Fitbit Flex activity trackers. In her own words: Our versatile pieces are designed to work with all of your outfits, taking you from day to night. Her line of products includes durable high quality necklaces, bracelets, headbands and hair wraps that can be worn with or without a Fitbit, and they are as accurate as the original plastic wristband! Cyndi said selling on Etsy combines two of her favorite things - fitness and fashion so naturally the products she offers are both fashionable and affordable. We talked about the pricing of her items in our convo because it was important to her that her pieces be more accessible, financially speaking, to a broader audience, so you'll see that their prices are a fraction of comparable Tori Burch Fitbit products. And even better, they can be customized to express your individual style at no additional cost. Watch out for her new premium line of high-end silver-plated accessories coming soon... Resources mentioned: Maker's Place Stitch Labs Ship Station Best ways to reach Cyndi: Phone: (858) 397-2999 Monday-Friday 9am-7pm (PST) Email: info [at] FUNKtionalWearables [dot] com Etsy convo: Social media: , , , , and Sister sites: and   Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Yes! This is a bonus podcast episode... I haven't done one of these since October 2014 so I'm pretty hyped about this one. If you follow the or you're either in the or on the Etsy Conversations mailing list (psst... if you aren't on the mailing list yet, the sign up is over on the right side of this page, just scroll down a little bit and sign up now ;)) then you know I announced about a month ago that I would be taking your Etsy questions because I had an upcoming interview with a former Etsy employee, Kim Konen, who had graciously agreed to answer your questions on the podcast. Up until October 2014, Kim worked with Etsy on various teams including supporting Etsy sellers, the Seller Education team, and on the team that trains Etsy team captains. She's very knowledgeable about the inner workings of Etsy and still maintains a good relationship with folks she worked with while there. Kim also has an Etsy shop of her own - - where she sells bandana baby bibs and a new line of quilts. My co-host on this episode is Angie and she runs the Etsy shop (you can listen to the podcast episode when Angie was my guest on ). Big thank you to Angie for introducing Kim and I and making this episode even possible in the first place :) Thank you to everyone who participated by sending in your questions for Kim, we tried to get to them all in (hence the almost 2-hour episode... yikes!). Without your participation I doubt that this episode would have happened because there's no way I could have thought to ask all the questions we received. Thank you!! Your Etsy questions answered... Here are the questions (in summary) that we addressed: Is there a way for people with more than one Etsy shop to be signed in to all shops at the same time? (Kim also discussed why she thinks it is better to have just one Etsy shop). Editing functionality of the Etsy Listing Manager - Kelli of Anticipated changes for Etsy sellers as a result of Etsy's IPO - Charlotte of How to get featured in Etsy Finds - Rachel of Best strategy for getting more views/sales - Tammy E. Why does Etsy search results return some "questionable" results and tips for getting to the top of the results? - Kara of Factors that affect relevance in Etsy... Rumors vs. reality - Diane of Separating Etsy into vintage, fine art, and handmade - Beate of Basic advice about product titles and keywords as they pertain to Etsy relevance - Charlie of Relevance of treasuries today? Item duplication in Etsy search results - Kathleen of Why can't we see who is following us on Etsy? - Doug of Benefits of selling on Etsy (from an outsider's perspective). High demand-low supply products and over-saturated niches - Sandy Resources mentioned Made In Wisconsin and - Etsy/creative business consulting services run by former Etsy Admin and Seller Education Director, DanielleXO and Kim Konen. There's also a . Etsy Seller Pro Tips Link to other shop sections (or other listings) within your listing descriptions Make suggestions in the forums on the day new Etsy products launch (the staff does read them) Do A/B split testing with keywords and categories to see which ones perform better Tell a story about your target customer (actually write it down)... This will help you to focus your branding efforts Use your most important keywords early in your listing title; use the Etsy search bar for keyword suggestions Etsy SEO is mostly based on titles and tags Send an email to 10 friends and family members with a link to your shop and ask them to send you 5 keywords to describe your shop Best ways to reach Kim Etsy shop convo:   Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

My guest this week is Agatha Whitechapel and I'm a tad bit envious of her "Bond girl" name. Agatha is a London-born collage-photographer and filmmaker living in Vienna, Austria. She left school at 16 to become a photographer's assistant and from there segued into film production and has since been living between the two worlds.  She runs the Etsy shop and she has a unique way of sourcing the item she stock with. She constantly sources and collect props and costumes to style and create her images and films. They would then end up in storage for years after being used until things got so bad that she started living in her warehouse! It was then that the concept for Etsy shop was borne. She turned to Etsy as a means of finding new homes for her collections. Agatha offers her buyers a view to the previous lives of their purchases, through her website - - where they can see in pictures how their new acquirements once lived and as a way for them to own a piece of the artwork. In her own words: "I love all things colourful and fantastical and which tell me a story" Customers of the can request items they see in her pictures, if they are not already listed in my shop. Best ways to reach Agatha: Etsy shop: Website: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

My guest this week is Teena Stewart and she runs three, yes three Etsy shops - , , and . Each store carries a different line of products so Teena is one busy lady: was her first shop and today she sells gifts incorporating recycled glass (primarily wine bottles) and includes suncatchers, window art, wine bottle candles, fused glass ornaments, slumped wine bottle cheese trays and soon, decorative bowls and plates from recycled glass  is her handmade jewelry store and her line incorporates recycled glass, semi precious stones, glass fusing, and wire wrapping to make the items offers gifts for pet lovers including pet jewelry, pet coasters, and pet ornaments My conversation with Teena took place at a unique time in the life of her Etsy business. She just quit her full-time job in January 2015 to pursue Etsy full time and she openly said that she was struggling in her Etsy business... I LOVED that!! Not the fact that she was struggling, but her open honesty about where things stood with her and her business and just how willing she was to discuss the reality of trying to build a business and what the journey looks like in the daily trenches. It reminded me that Etsy success stories don't happen overnight, well, rarely anyway and the majority of sellers come to times in their business when things aren't going the way they wish they would. Teena's advise... Persistence! That's exactly what it takes. Teena had a very successful Christmas selling season and is now learning how to implement new selling strategies to maintain the momentum her Etsy shops picked up during that busy season. Etsy sellers like Teena are one of the reasons I do the podcast. I believe it inspires and encourages other Etsy sellers to hear about the realities of what other Etsy sellers are going through and know that they are not alone and they aren't necessarily an outlier. I hope you enjoy listening to my Etsy convo with Teena. Resources mentioned: Etsy SEO Team - there are quite a few Etsy Relevancy Tool - Erin Bass of Best ways to reach Teena: Website: Email: TeenaStewart412 [at] gmail [dot] com Social media: , Etsy shops: , , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Ever considered making every item you create and sell in your Etsy shop a limited edition piece? Well, that's exactly what my podcast guest this week does. She's Gemma Fenol and she runs the Etsy shop . Gemma makes just 30 individual runs of each item and then that line goes away forever. Listen to our convo and hear how and why she has chosen this unique path. Gemma went from being an interior designer to a graphic designer and now she gets to combine the best of both worlds and both skill sets in her original line of handmade notebooks and lifestyle journals. As a relatively new Etsy seller, I was also curious about how she manages her time so we discuss that as well. And of course how she promotes her Etsy shop and which systems are giving her the best return on her time investment. Gemma's advice to new and struggling Etsy sellers: Do one thing and do it right ...I totally agree, especially since as creatives we tend to go through periods of abundance of creativity and new ideas, this can sometimes be hard to do but we just need to do it when necessary. Resources mentioned: Happ Barcelona (local shop in Barcelona, Spain that carries Gemma's notebooks) ISSUU Best ways to reach Gemma: Etsy convo: Email: Designs.Tandem [at] gmail [dot] com Social media: , , Website: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

My guest this week is veteran Etsy seller and she runs an Etsy by the same name. She's been selling on Etsy officially since 2007 but says that she made the bulk of her sales, over 12,500, within just the last three years! Claudine shares how she started off on Etsy and what changes she made in her product lines that resulted in the massive sales explosion in . She's a true wealth of information... From getting featured on Martha Stewart's TV show, to appearances on PBS, HGTV, HSN, and other national media outlets, Claudine shares her story of how it all happened. And lest you think that you can't do it, I encourage you to have a listen to Claudine as she tells how this all happened for her. She is so very down-to-earth and you'll see that what has happened for her can very well be your story as well, you just have to stick it out. We talk about email list-building and how she uses her email list. Etsy sellers need to have an email list to stay in touch with folks who want to hear from you. Both Claudine and I use for communicating with people who have signed up to our lists and we love it! :) One of the things we don't talk about but which you can very easily do with is include your Etsy product listings in your newsletter. This way, when you have something new you can show it to your subscribers right in the newsletter and direct them to exactly that product when they click on it. Okay... Back to Claudine... If you sell digital downloads, or are considering selling digital downloads on Etsy, then you'll especially enjoy this conversation because Claudine opens up about both the ups and downs of selling your products using this medium. I hope you enjoy listening to this conversation, and if you have additional questions or comments for you can find all her contact information below OR you can leave a comment right here in the comments section below the blog post on Convome.com. Best ways to reach Claudine: Etsy convo: Social media: , , Email: ClaudineHellmuth [at] gmail [dot] com Blog: Website: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

I'd like to give a big shoutout to my friend Jessica Rhodes of and for referring this week's podcast guest to me. As a small business owner or entrepreneur, you might need a helping hand with some tasks from time to time and if/when you do I highly recommend you connect with Jessica and see how she can help you out. Thank you Jessica! :) And my guest this week is Kelley Quakkelaar, and like me, I'm pretty sure she gets to spell her last name for people quite a lot... ;) Kelley runs the Etsy shop Gracie Designs and she's a veteran seller on Etsy who's been on the site since June 2006 and she's had way over 7,000 sales on Etsy to date. From her college days of making and selling stuff to pay for beer to quitting her day job to become a full-time Etsy seller, Kelley shares her amazing, very colorful, and most of all, inspiring journey. In our convo, we delve quite deeply into topics that haven't been discussed in such detail as of yet on the podcast and it's all great stuff! From Facebook ads and Facebook promoted posts to how to sell successfully (and lucratively) at local farmer's markets, to outsourcing administrative tasks (specifically for Etsy sellers) and even some words of wisdom from Mark Cuban... Yes, that :) There's lots more stuff that I intended to discuss with Kelley in our convo but as you'll see, this convo ran for over an hour so that gave me a really good excuse to have her back on the podcast again to continue our discussion... Resources mentioned: - virtual assistant for Etsy sellers, Stephanie Lin Go Daddy accounting Best ways to reach Kelley: Etsy Convo - Email - Shop [at] GracieDesigns [dot] com Website - Social media - , , , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Marianne runs the Etsy shop but up until just under a year ago her Etsy shop had a whole different name and flavor. I discovered her when she was featured on the  and after reading her story I knew she'd be great to have on the podcast because I think you'll really like her and the story of her Etsy journey. When she initially started out on Etsy in 2012, she launched her shop as CindyBlue Designs but in June 2014 she re-branded and took in a completely new and different direction, braving the wedding niche... It turns out the move was not only a good one but also very well-timed. In my convo with Marianne you'll hear why she decided to make that move and what it took to go through the whole niche change and shop alteration. I'm trying not to give too many spoilers but she says that six months into the change her sales tripled... Yes, they grew 3-fold! If you're a seller who is struggling with low to no sales right now and you're looking for some inspiration and practical ideas about how to rev up your Etsy business, then sit back and listen to what Marianne has to say. Believe me, it's not just a pep talk, she shares some very valuable tips, resources and information about specific and practical steps she took (which you can too) to turn things in an upward direction for her Etsy business, and that's exactly what it is... a business. Resources mentioned: (thanks to Marianne, I'm going to go check them out myself... I'll let you know how it goes for me  ;) ) Etsy team - Best ways to reach Marianne: Etsy Convo - Email - MBPaperDesign [at] gmail [dot] com Social media - , ,  Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Tina was my guest on the podcast in September 2014, and if you missed our convo from back then you can listen to it . Tina runs the Etsy shop and between the last time we spoke and now she has learned a lot about selling on Etsy and is back to share helpful tips, techniques, and resources which are working well (and not-so-well) for her. From shop promotion to shop branding and photography... keywords and tags to product branding... Tina is very generous about sharing the resources she has found and giving detailed information on what's worth your time and what may not be. We talk again about selling at craft fairs and farmer's markets as well as sourcing talent right within Etsy to help improve your own Etsy business. Here's a list of sources mentioned: Etsy shop banner and branding - Product branding - Keywords and tagging - Etsy shop and product promotion - Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

You'll immediately sense Rachel's enthusiasm for Etsy and after listening to our convo you'll easily understand why... Rachel runs the Etsy shop and when she first opened her shop she had a dream to quit her day job and be crafty full-time. Well, that dream has come true and she's sharing how she did it in our convo! For probably the first time on the podcast I talk about Etsy regrets with an Etsy seller. Rachel shares what she regrets most about her own Etsy journey. Listen and learn how to avoid having the same regret down the road. Rachel is a veteran Etsy seller and with just under 8000 sales on Etsy at the time of our convo, you can bet she's had to deal with competition as well as some of the inevitable unpleasantness that can come with running your own business. This a great convo because you'll get to hear exactly how she has handled and does handle these situations when they come her way. ...Very informative... We also talk about Pinterest ads and you won't want to miss this because Rachel is having some wild success using them, listen to our convo to hear what she's doing and what kind of return on investment from these ads she is getting.Great stuff! There's a lot of good stuff in this convo in addition to all the Etsy selling tips and techniques she shares. Shout out to Rachel's friends who have helped her along the way! You'll hear her mention Claire who runs the Etsy shop and Michelle who runs the Etsy shop and how they've helped her on her own Etsy journey. Lest I give it all away, go ahead and click on play! Best ways to reach Rachel: Etsy shop convo: Social media: , , and Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Michele Gallagher was one of my first guests on the podcast and back in January 2014 our first Etsy convo aired. Back then we talked about Michele's Etsy consulting business My Craft Assistant. If you haven't heard it yet and you're interested in learning more about that service which she provides you can go and check it out! This time around though, we're talking about a new service which Michele has launched for specifically for Etsy sellers - . Find out why she decided to create and offer this service to Etsy sellers and how you can get set up with the service. But it's not just a conversation about the service, Michele shares information and tips on why email marketing is essential for Etsy sellers and additional ways to market your Etsy shop.  She discusses ideas for content to include in your newsletters (that's right, you'll need to do more than just send your subscribers links to your new shop listings). is an Etsy-Approved app, learn directly from Michele how to leverage this tool for best results and to increase traffic and potentially sales as well in your Etsy shop. Learn tips and techniques about how best to capture the maximum number of newsletter subscribers. There's lots of support that does along with the service and you can check out videos to see how the tool works and how to integrate it into your Etsy shop. Useful Handmade Newsletter Links:   Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

I have two guests this week on the podcast... Rachel runs the Etsy shop and we are joined by Parker her little 4-month old baby boy. Rachel has been selling on Etsy since 2008 so she's quite the veteran and she is also very heavily involved in craft fairs so we dive deep into a conversation about craft fairs. If you're still a bit confused about the world of craft fairs and just how to get started in them, or if you're lost and wondering how to maneuver and navigate the world of craft fairs then you'll find this conversation very eye-opening. Rachel is a work at home mom (WAHM) and she makes her full-time living making and selling hand-dyed artisan hand-spun and mill-spun yarn and fiber. So with three kids, a husband, a dog and chickens to boot, Rachel knows a thing or two about time management and she shares her own tips on how she handles it all. Listen to Rachel's inspiring story and feel free to reach out to her or leave a comment down below in the comments section. Best ways to reach Rachel: Email: Rachel [at] OnTheRound [dot] com Etsy convo: Website: Social media: , , , , and Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

I loved talking to Frankie because I thought her Etsy story was funny... She opened up her Etsy shop - - as a hobby in November 2013 with the goal of making 50 sales and by the end of her first year she had made over 300 sales... That's about a sale a day for the entire year! Naturally, I was curious to find out how all this went down and Frankie shares very openly in our convo just how it all happened. Frankie is based in Chicago and juggles her time between a demanding day job and selling on Etsy (which serves as a creative outlet for her). We talk all about time management and much more. When it comes to community we're talking Etsy teams! Frankie is captain of the on Etsy and she gives some insight into the purpose of the group and how being a part of that team has helped increase sales in her Etsy shop. Do you understand your customers? Have you studied their behavior? Frankie does, and she has and we talk about how learning this information has helped her be a better seller. Best ways to reach Frankie: Etsy shop convo: Email: momentsyoucelebrate [at] gmail [dot] com Social media: , Twitter - and , Website: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Brooke runs the Etsy shop Sucre Shop where she sells hand-printed wooden utensils and party supplies. As you'll hear in my discussion with Brooke we go into very great detail about Etsy wholesale as well vendor shows. That's because Brooke is part of Etsy wholesale and was willing to share as much as possible about how the whole process works. We talk about the process of becoming part of Etsy Wholesale and the benefits Brooke has experienced since joining. We also talk about vendor shows and she shares how she chooses which ones to partake in and why. As you'll hear, Brooke's Etsy shop is booming so we talk about working with a team and how she selected her team members. **Shout out to Team Sucre Shop - Lily, Karen, Brittney and Lindsey!** :) Sucre Shop products have also been featured in major magazines like Oprah magazine, HGTV magazine, Martha Stewart Living, Every Day with Rachael Ray, People magazine, and many more... Check out all the press Brooke's products have received . In addition to her Etsy shop, vendor/trade shows and selling wholesale, Brooke also runs a separate ecommerce website - . This lady means business and she shares lots of tips and information about how she made it all happen and makes it all work now. You'll hear Brooke talk about how she started off slowly on Etsy and then pivoted her product line and what the result of that was. If you've ever had any bad experiences on Etsy, you're not alone. Hear what happened to Brooke... No spoilers here... You just have to hear her tell it herself... I really hope you enjoy my convo with Brooke. Please do leave feedback in the comments section below with your input, I know we'd both like to hear from you. ;) Best ways to reach Brooke Etsy shop convo: Social media: , , , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Jessica is my guest this week and she runs the very successful Etsy shop . She not only sells to individual customers on Etsy she also sells wholesale on Etsy and she shares a wealth of knowledge about what that entails and how that has helped her grow, not just her Etsy business, but really her creative business. Jessica studied art and design but interestingly enough she didn't start out on Etsy selling her own creations, she started off selling vintage clothing. In our conversation she talks about her thought processes behind switching her product line from vintage clothing to illustrated and screen-printed items and why she's decided to focus even more specifically on items fro children and babies. You'll quickly catch onto just how ambitious Jessica is... She tells me about how and why she banded together with other local handmade artisans and created (yes, created) their own craft fair - . We also talk about other resources that can benefit other creative business owners e.g. , , , , and even Excel spreadsheets ;) Best ways to reach Jessica ...and she loves to be contacted so don't be shy ;) Etsy shop: Email: strawberrymoth [at] gmail [dot] com Website: Social media: (this is best one for Jessica right now), , and Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Brittney Sullivan runs the Etsy shop and if you're anything like me, you're probably wondering how she picked her Etsy shop name... Well, fear not, I asked! ;) You'll the answer to that question in addition to many other topics I discussed with Brittney, including balancing a demanding full-time job and discovering new and unique ways to promote her Etsy and sell her products offline as well. Hear about Brittney's experience using the Etsy card reader at a vendor show to sell her headbands. If you have held off getting one or have one and haven't used it yet for whatever reason, listen in to hear how Brittney used and what her thoughts are. We also talk about Etsy shop promotion on Facebook and specifically about a Facebook app for Etsy sellers. Ever heard of tried ""?... Listen in and you'll learn more :) There's lots of good stuff in this convo, I hope you enjoy it! Best ways to reach Brittney: Etsy shop convo: Email: BlockHeadBands [at] gmail [dot] com Social media: , , , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

My guest this week is Rachel Trotta and she runs the Etsy shop . Rachel makes and sells a variety of beauty and cosmetic products. We talk about how her line of products came from a need that she had which has now expanded to a whole line of products and continues to expand. Rachel also candidly shares how she prepared to start her journey on Etsy by doing her own market research (and continues to do so) and explains how new Etsy can do the same. Rachel shares her strategy for promoting her and how she grows and uses her mailing list. We also discuss in detail the charity organization that she has chosen to support with a portion of the proceeds from her Etsy sales... Very inspiring! Best ways to reach Rachel: Etsy convo: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Will is my guest this week and he runs the Etsy shop . Will is still relatively new to Etsy, he opened his shop in August 2014, and he has an interesting story of how got into the side business of making and selling his handmade postage stamp-inspired bookmarks. We talk about his future plans for his Etsy shop and how the journey has been so far for him just starting out on Etsy and what resources are available for new Etsy sellers to help them get up and running in the right direction. PS: heads up to the listeners on the West Coast in the US, Will relocated from California to Philly adn he prefers Philly... let's not hold it against him ;) Best way to reach Will: Etsy shop convo: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

We're in France this week! :) Talk about inspirational... Sophia is my guest this week and she runs the Etsy shop where she sells her original fine art photography prints. So why is her story so inspiring you might ask...? Well, you know how some of us at some point or another have dreamed of just quitting a job and following our dreams and passions? She did it! In our convo you'll hear how this New York City-born graphic artist dropped everything (literally) and left the Big Apple to pursue her dream in Paris. It wasn't initially all rosy and Sophia shares the journey of how she got to where she is today, a full-time Paris-based photographer making her living from her photography. We talk about the ups and downs she experienced selling on Etsy in the past and what she is doing this time around to ensure her success on the online platform. She also shares information related selling offline versus online and I think anyone who wants to make their living selling their artwork will find her first-hand experience very insightful. I hope you enjoy our convo and find it informational as well. Best ways to reach Sophia: Website: Etsy shop: Social media: , , , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Last week we went North of the Border and this week we're going South of the Border! My guest is Dani and she runs the Etsy shop . Dani is based in Barranquilla, Colombia and she sells her original designs for invitations, cards, and other printable products. Best of all, they're all available in both English and Spanish! We talk about her initial goals for opening ... She just graduated with a degree in Industrial Engineering so we spend some discussing her decision to open up her own Etsy business in lieu of going the 9-5 route. Good stuff! Dani also talks about how she manages her time between running a full-time business on Etsy and raising a family. We discuss how she promotes her Etsy shop, Etsy teams, and what's working best for her right now in her Etsy shop - . The future is bright and she shares what her plans are for her business in 2015. Best ways to reach Dani: Etsy shop: Social media: , , , and Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

My guest this week is Michelle and she just recently made her very first sale on Etsy... Exciting times! Special shout out to Tina St. John of Etsy shop Tina St. John Jewelry (you'll hear why in our convo)  :) Michelle runs the Etsy shop which was borne out of her photography hobby. Michelle jumped right into Etsy so we talk about the pros and cons of having started that way and what she has learned along the way and what things she would have done differently were she to do it over. There's some great info there for anyone looking to start selling on Etsy. We talk about how she improves her craft and grows and expands her skills, how she promotes her Etsy shop, , and her plans for her Etsy business in 2015. There's lots of talk about the Etsy community and teams and just how much of a difference it has made for Michelle once she got connected and involved in the Etsy community. Oh yes... If you've ever considered running Facebook ads to help drive traffic to your Etsy shop, then you'll want to hear how Michelle did it and what her results were with it. Enjoy! Best ways to reach Michelle: Etsy shop: Website: Social media: , , , and Pinterest Other special mentions: (and here's a link to ) T (and here's a link to about Etsy teams) Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Marisa is a veterinary school student in the making and in the meantime she's running her Etsy shop . She makes bead sprites of old (and new) school video games, and the inspiration for this came from her love of gaming. She's a gamer and a crafter! In addition to talking about her craft and Etsy business, Marisa shares honestly about the rigors and realities of applying to veterinary school. We talk about her motivation behind launching her Etsy shop and what she has learned along the way by just jumping in and working her way through "life on Etsy". In addition to selling on Etsy she also tutors locally so we get to talk about how she manages her time and makes it all work. Being in a niche on Etsy with some competition, Marisa shares how she distinguishes herself and her Etsy shop - - from others selling similar items. Her approach to customer service, for her, makes all the difference, she says. In our convo, Marisa also shares areas of improvement that she working on as well which is so crucial for all Etsy sellers i.e. always work on getting better and better. Best way to reach Marisa: Etsy shop convo - Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Mark runs the Etsy shop where he sells vintage typewriters. I was happy to finally have on an Etsy seller that sells vintage items and I had a LOT of questions for him about what he sells. There was lots to discuss with Mark, I was curious about how and why he ended up selling vintage items on Etsy as opposed to say eBay and he explains exactly why... We talk about ways he offers additional help and assistance to his customers who need an extra had with the typewriters he sells and I think there's a lesson to learn here for all sellers who are looking to really deliver full-package services to their buyers. Mark is also a freelancer so he shares some tips of time management and bookkeeping for his businesses and I think what he said is very valuable for anyone who runs a business because, as we discuss, you have to know your numbers if you hope to run a highly profitable business. He also explains how his background in writing helps him with his Etsy business, in particular, writing good descriptions and proper SEO. B est of all, we talk about typewriters... I didn't realize how intrigued I would be about these old-time machines but they're absolutely fascinating and even more so when learning about them from someone who truly has a passion for them and the knowledge to back it up. Mark uses some unique methods to promote his Etsy shop, ,  and in our convo he shares those as well. CORRECTION: in our conversation Mark mentioned that there were about 7 million Royal KMMs made, but that number should be 3 million. I had already uploaded the original audio file and was unable to change it in our convo. Best way to reach Mark: Etsy shop: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

I'm thrilled to have on another international Etsy seller as my guest this week. Cinzia (pronounced "chin-zee-ya") is based in Italy and she runs the Etsy shop . I always enjoy having on international Etsy sellers on the podcast because it's a nice reminder that easy is truly a global marketplace and it's a nice way for Etsy sellers across the world to hear how others are making it all work. We discuss why Cinzia selected Etsy as her selling platform of choice and what her experience with it has been thus far. She's a busy mom of two kids and embarked on turning her hobby into a source of full-time income and she shares with me how she manages her time and works her business around her family schedule and obligations. Did you know there are lots of international Etsy teams? Cinzia shares how she has benefited from various Etsy teams including the Etsy Italian team. Cinzia just started a new children's line of products (inspired by her two little ones) so take a look at her treasury below for a small sampling or hop over to her Etsy shop to check them all out. Best ways to reach Cinzia: Etsy shop: Website: Social media: , , , , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Sally Schriner is the president of Sociagram, the parent company of and this week she's my guest on the podcast and she'e here to dish all about this new service being offered. So what is ? It's a service that let's consumers record and send custom video gift messages to accompany online purchases. So how does it work and how does it relate to selling on Etsy? Well, that's exactly what I invited Sally on to discuss. Amongst other things, we discussed how Etsy sellers can use this service, what recipients can expect, how the whole process works, and the potential advantages to an Etsy seller of using the service. An added feature of the program is that your buyers can get an immediate response to their from the recipient as they will also have the opportunity to instantly record and send their thank you messages right back to the sender. Sally describes it best and in lots more detail so I encourage you to listen to our convo. If you're looking for ways to offer an additional service to your buyers to help them make their gift purchases stand out from the rest then take a look at and see if it's something that resonates with you. Best way to reach Sally: Email: Sally [at] GiftGram [dot] com Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Aria is my guest this week and she runs the Etsy shop . Just a few years ago she watched her mother run her own hugely successful Etsy shop, , and she knew she wanted to follow in her footsteps. You'll love hearing how this young lady was very intentional about setting up her business and how she really set herself up for success on Etsy, I know I was! We talk about time management and some of the specific steps she took including focusing on building her crafting skills first, educating herself through the use of available tutorials, and goal-setting. I really enjoyed hearing from Aria that one of the ways she generates excitement about her products and around her Etsy shop is through her product descriptions and telling stories. That's exactly what I was talking about in the blog post so I was happy that she reiterated this very point. I hope lots of other young people who want to start their own businesses will find hope, inspiration and motivation to go for it in Aria's Etsy story. Enjoy! Best ways to reach Aria Etsy shop: Facebook: , , and Other social media: , , , Email: AkasaKreations [at] gmail [dot] com Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

I'd like to say a big thank you to Etsy seller and former Etsy Conversations Podcast guest Alisha who runs the Etsy shop for introducing me to both and ... Thank you Alisha! :) After a series of Twitter exchanges with Neil Gladstone, Director of Content at , introduced me to Lisa Fulmer, Senior Editor at and marketing consultant. Lisa is my guest this week and she's introducing the CraftFoxes site and platform to the EtsyConvo audience. In our conversation I learned that there's so much more to than just another commerce selling platform, it's actually a well-developed, self-described "social network for crafty people who love knitting , scrapbooking, baking, jewelry, sewing, vintage finds, weddings, home decor, and more!" Lisa explains all the different facets of the site and community and we discuss why it might be worth it for Etsy sellers to take a gander at. Then there's - an annual award ceremony/event for crafters... It's like the Grammys for crafters. Keep your eyes and ears open for the 2015 ceremonies and when you can start sending in your creations for the event. Who knows... Maybe you could be a recipient of one of the awards...? ;) We also get to discuss Lisa’s work as a marketing consultant. Based on her years spent in marketing for a craft book publisher Lisa brings a lot to the table for creative entrepreneurs and shares a lot of tips for Etsy sellers and pretty much anyone who runs a creative business. Lisa also just recently published a new book - - and she shares the fresh and innovative methods of promotion she used for the book, promotional activities that Etsy sellers can also use to promote their own products as well. Giveaway The best part… Lisa has offered to give a free 2-hour marketing consult to one lucky Etsy Conversations Podcast listener. Lisa explains in more detail exactly what you’ll get in consultation session, so be sure to listen in… The winner will be selected by random drawing and entries will be accepted until January 8th, 2015. You may submit multiple entries by by using the various methods of entry to increase your chances of winning. Websites Mentioned: (Margot Potter’s site) For more information about CraftFoxes you may also email: info [at] CraftFoxes [dot] com Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

My guest this week is Amanda and she's standing in for Sofia Encinas who runs the Etsy shop of the same name - . There's some good education in here as we discuss the idea of upcycling versus recycling. Sofia is very well-travelled and her designs reflect that eclecticism. She also has a very unique business structure and I think it will be of interest as it presents ways to be more efficient as an Etsy seller. We talk about time management and the inspiration behind her designs as well as how she's leveraging social media to help promote her and drive more traffic to it. Best ways to reach Sofia: Etsy shop: Blog: Social media: , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

One of the main reasons I absolutely LOVE hosting the Etsy Conversations Podcast is because it is my "not-so-secret" source of new friends. Yes, it's true, I guess one of the advantages of the podcast is that it helps me make new friends and for a reserved person like me (yes, I know, I don't sound like it on the show), that is HUGE! Angie runs the Etsy shop and she's my guest this week. We first started "talking" about 3 months ago when she sent me an email with some very kind feedback about the podcast (I know it seems kind of self-centered but I just eat those up... they really do fuel me). She had downloaded Stitcher to her phone and found the podcast by accident! So she and I developed a rapport until the inevitable happened... She became my guest on the podcast! My convo with Angie felt like having a conversation with a friend I've known for a long time so I have to give fair warning, I had a hard time keeping this one under an hour... Angie does local markets and organizes an annual handmade selling event and she shares how she grew that from an event in her home to one that is now held at a commercial venue. She also does one-on-one and group "How to Sell on Etsy" classes in her home for people who want to start selling on Etsy... This Etsy seller is on fire! Have you ever considered doing a giveaway with a blogger to get more exposure to your Etsy shop and for shop promotion? If so, you'll want to listen in to how Angie says she vets and does her due diligence on which blogs and bloggers to align her Etsy shop with for giveaways. Note: there's a lot more to it than just sending them a product and hoping for the best. Sites mentioned: blog Etsy shop - (for unique baby slings - Ring Slings) Best ways to reach Angie: Etsy shop: Website: Social media: , , , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

I thoroughly enjoyed my EtsyConvo with with Karen and I'm pretty sure you will too. Karen runs the Etsy shop where she sells custom Converse, Vans, and Toms shoes. We "met" on Twitter (which is where, by the way, I meet a LOT of interesting Etsy shop owners who end up becoming my guests on the podcast) and soon after I knew she just had to come on the podcast. In our convo, Karen shares how she leverages her educational background in business to boost her real-life business while passing on that knowledge to her students. Best of all, she also shares some of the most unique ways she promotes her Etsy shop - - that I have ever discussed on the podcast. One of them is actually a service I plan to offer right here so you'll hear me get very excited when she mentions it... ;) She goes way beyond social media marketing and all the usual outlets and I couldn't help but be reminded about the importance of adding a physical marketing strategy to one's ecommerce business. Best ways to reach Karen: Etsy shop - Email - karen [at] intellexual-design [dot] com Social media - , , , and Websites - and Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show.  

My guest this week is Christine and she runs the Etsy shop . Christine shares with me in our convo the story of how she went from being four and a half months pregnant and unemployed for the second time to now running her Etsy shop full time with a team of 9 sales consultants spread across the United States. Wow! She talks about the importance of face-to-face selling and instilling that human connection into your online ecommerce business. She also shares about her experiences with craft and vendor fairs... Did you know these were two different things? Christine also shares about her experience using Facebook to sell from her Etsy shop. There's lots of valuable info here on how you as an Etsy seller can really leverage social media to help increase your Etsy sales. Best ways to reach Christine: Etsy shop -  Email - HilltopDesignsHD [at] gmail [dot] com Social media - , , , and Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook Group: - This is where I'm connecting with you after the podcast. Lots of of fun convos & Etsy shop promos here too! Facebook: Like the Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

This week I have on another special non-Etsy shop owner guest! I "met" Jessica Hardecke on Twitter (I just love Twitter because of all the fun and interesting people I get to meet on there), and Jessica is the Senior Manager of Marketing Communications for . Okay, So I'm excited to have a conversation with her but you might be wondering what and who ShipWorks is right...? That's exactly what we discuss in our convo this week. She shares lots of great information about and the solution they offer for (or at least, a lot of) your shipping woes. We talk about international shipping, domestic shipping, best practices for shipping in general and also as it relates to Etsy and your ecommerce pursuits. Now isn't for everybody so we get real about who should or should, and who or may not be the best candidate for the service they provide. Thank you to Angie who runs the Etsy shop and Nick who co-host of the Beats & Eats podcast for the questions they submitted for Jessica. She tackled them both and provided some very valuable guidance for all sellers in general as well. ShipWorks also offers a free ebook with tips and techniques for shipping for ecommerce sellers. If you'd like get your hands on it here's the link to it: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook: Like the and see what we're discussing there Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Marci is my guest this week and she runs the Etsy shop . She makes and sells mostly organic spa grade face and body products. She's also a photographer and uses her skills there to create her product labels and also a line of notecard sets that she also sells in her Etsy shop. Talk about a one-woman show! From body butters and lip scrubs, to candles and more, Marci has a passion for creating products that take her customers on a luxurious spa experience right from her Etsy shop. We talk about the struggles she has faced when it comes to marketing her Etsy business and I really think a lot of new (and veteran) Etsy sellers will be able to relate to her story because to some extent we've all been there. Marci also has a second Etsy shop - - which she sells an additional line of products in. I had the opportunity to have a great discussion with her about the idea and reason for separating distinct product lines and not diluting one's Etsy shop or confusing customers. Best way to reach Marci: Etsy shop convo: Also check out her website and blog on Social media: , , , and Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook: Like the and see what we're discussing there Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Have you ever wondered if you could be doing more to help your Etsy sales along? Have you ever wished that people who bought and liked your products would tell the whole world (or at least their friends and family) about them and send them your way? Have you ever wished you could have a sales and marketing team but one that worked on a budget that you could afford? Okay, okay... I can hear you saying "enough with the questions already... get to the point!" Well my guest on the podcast this week is Jordan Whelan, and he is the co-founder of , the premiere (well, actually the only one I know of) social commerce site. So what is Social Commerce? Well, I'm glad you asked! I had the very same question and I posed it and many others to Jordan and he tells all. Find out how can help boost your Etsy sales. Learn how the system works and determine if the solution that's offered is right for you and your Etsy business. If you're an Etsy seller who is already using , I'd love to hear your feedback about your experiences with it. If you're an Etsy seller and you decide to give a whirl based on what you hear Jordan and I discuss in our convo then I'd love to hear about your experience too! If you have additional questions for Jordan you can reach him at Jordan [at] Framestr [dot] com PS: no, that isn't a typo, Framestr is spelled without a second "e" ;) Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook: Like the and see what we're discussing there Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Anna is one enthusiastic Etsy shop owner and it's almost hard to believe that she opened her shop - - literally on a whim because she had a felt need while planning her own wedding and ended up filling it herself. There's a saying that goes like this: Necessity is the mother of invention. Well, that's exactly how Anna's Etsy shop and business came to be. And naturally, since she had this need, that is, sandals to wear for her destination beach wedding, there was a market of other brides who needed the same thing. We talk about the trajectory of her Etsy business, from slow initial sales to gaining momentum at the peak of bridal season which thankfully has not tapered off! Anna's plate is quite full and she shares how she manages and organizes her time between a full-time teaching job during the school year and summer employment with running her ever-growing Etsy business. We also discuss how she uses social media to promote her Etsy shop and what the return on time invested in social media is for her. Anna shares very candidly about mistakes she made in the beginning and how she has learned to do things differently, and better, in order to improve her and what she says is very valuable for all new (and veteran) Etsy sellers that may be making similar mistakes without even realizing it. Best ways to reach Anna: Etsy shop:  Social media: , , , and Website: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook: Like the and see what we're discussing there Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Are you a fan of biology and Buffy? Then you'll love my guest this week! She's Robyn and she runs the Etsy shop . Robyn sells stippling portraits, Buffy the Vampire-themed artwork and jewelry as well as human anatomy jewelry. Intriguing huh...? In our convo, Robyn shares the personal story of what led her from a career as a model to the world on arts and crafts and selling on Etsy. We also discuss how she developed her pricing strategies for the items in her shop and how she handled a dispute with a customer in the past. Best ways to reach Robyn: Etsy shop: Website: Social media: , , eBay shop: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook: Like the and see what we're discussing there Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Rachel Fisher loves animals and she sells paintings of them in her Etsy shop . I'm an animal lover and my favorites are dogs and cats, but I have to say, seeing Rachel's rat art almost has me creating a special place for rats in my heart... :) I love that Rachel has made a very deliberate plan to make a full-time living on Etsy eventually and in our convo today she shares how she drew up her business plan then broke it down into manageable steps and is now working her way towards that goal by making and meeting her very realistic goals and milestones. Rachel's journey is offers lots of encouragement for any Etsy seller that is starting to feel overwhelmed at the thought of what it will take to achieve their Etsy business goals so listen in and takes notes from her :) Rachel also does custom pet portraits so if you, or someone you know has a beloved pet, these would make a nice gift... Just in time for Christmas/Hanukkah, so check out Best ways to reach Rachel: Etsy shop: Website: Blog: Social media: , , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook: Like the and see what we're discussing there Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

My guest is Heather Davis again and we're following up on her Vadis Artist crowdfunding campaign! You might remember Heather from of the podcast which originally aired back on May 14th, 2014. During our convo we talked about the Indiegogo campaign which she was about to launch and Heather promised to come back on and share more about her experience running a crowdfunding campaign for launching a new line of products for her Etsy shop - . What's more, Heather also reached out to another former podcast guest - (Tristan was my guest on of the podcast which originally aired back on March 26, 2014) and through the service they offer, she now also runs a monthly pop-up shop with other Etsy sellers... Wow!!! Heather ran the Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign to start a new line of wood block art prints for her shop and today she shares lots of tips that she learned about running a crowdfunding campaign... Lots of food for thought here for other Etsy sellers who might be considering doing something similar. Best ways to reach Heather: Etsy shop: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook: Like the and see what we're discussing there Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Thanks to the weekly #HandmadeHourUSA Twitter chat I was fortunate to meet TJ. TJ runs the Etsy shop and what really caught my eye was the Rockabilly style of accessories she had in her . I've always been intrigued by the look so when we started chatting it didn't take long for me to ask her to be my guest on the podcast. Before signing on to sell on Etsy, TJ was very intentional and purposeful and did a lot of homework about the ins and outs of selling on the site. We talk about how she prepared to launch her Etsy business and how that helped to set her up for a more fruitful and productive time as a new seller. She also leads an Etsy team - Beautiful Treasury Box - and is very involved with the One Big Sale Day Team on Etsy which just happens to be having their One Big Sale Day on October 4th, 2014! The timing of this podcast is just perfect so if you're listening to this before October 4th, 2014 and want to jumpstart your holiday shopping, you'll be able to save big (at least 20% off with coupon code: OBSD4OCT2014) by shopping in the Etsy shops that belong to that team and are participating in the big sale. If you're an Etsy shop owner and you think you might want to join that team and participate in next year's big event OR if you'd like to grow your Etsy sales by joining the Beautiful Treasury Box Team, then get in touch with TJ for more information. Best Ways to Reach TJ: Etsy shop: Blog: Social media: , , , and Etsy teams: Beautiful Treasury Box and Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook: Like the and see what we're discussing there Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Thanks to the wonderful world of podcasting and the power of networking I was fortunate enough to be introduced to this week's guest - Kara Lamerato (big thanks to her sister Kate!) Kara owns and runs the Etsy shop and she shares the inspiring and touching story of how she left her full-time 9-to-5 career in the finance industry to pursue and subsequently run a very successful Etsy business all the while always putting family first. Her niche on Etsy is in the very competitive wedding space and Kara shares tips on how she went about differentiating herself and her business from others in the same area. We talk about some stressful experiences she's had selling on Etsy and how she grew from them; you'll also get to hear one of the most creative ways that I have heard to date, of how to resolve an issue with a customer. Seriously, this is top-notch customer service at it's best. Best ways to reach Kara: Etsy shop: Email: karalamerato [at] gmail [dot] com OR karasvineyardwedding [at] gmail [dot] com Website: You can also find her on , , , and Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. My Contact Information: Twitter: Follow Facebook: Like the and see what we're discussing there Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

I am thrilled to have another international guest on the podcast this week! Diana runs the Etsy shop and she joins me from the United Kingdom. I had a blast talking to Diana because she has quite a wonderful sense of humor (no stiff upper lip here). She shared some very valuable information about bead-weaving, branding and the impact Etsy teams have had on her Etsy business. From being a vehicle electrician/technical author to creating intricate beaded jewelry and accessories, you'll want to hear Diana's story as she freely shares the story of her Etsy journey with me. Best ways to contact Diana: Etsy shop convo: Website: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. My Contact Information: Twitter: Follow Facebook: Like the and see what we're discussing there Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Tina is my guest for this bonus podcast episode this week. She's a certified PMC (Precious Metal Clay) artist and she runs the Etsy shop . We talk about the impact relocating had on her jewelry business and how it helped (maybe forced) her to reinvent her business and re-introduced her to the world of Etsy with a fresh new outlook. Having come from having an offline jewelry-making business, Tina shares some valuable offline tips on advertising and marketing your business which is crucial for Etsy sellers because, as we discuss in our convo, having an offline marketing strategy is almost just as essential as having an online one. Best ways to reach Tina: Etsy shop: Website:  (website designer Susan Orriss: ) Email: stjohntina [at] gmail [dot] com Phone: 559-553-3507 Social media: , , Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. Connect With Me: Twitter: Follow Facebook: Like the and see what we're discussing there Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Nina is my guest today and she and her aunt Angela run four, yes four Etsy shops: We talk about the reason they opened up four Etsy shops instead of housing all their product lines under one Etsy shop and just how they juggle their time between all four. Additionally, Nina and Angela are located on two different continents - the US and Europe - so they face some challenges that most business partners don't normally have to deal with. We discuss how they handle the logistics of running an inter-continental business. Proceeds from their Etsy shops go to fund Nina's non-profit organization - SWF International - and she shares a bit of the history behind the organization she has set for young girls in Sierra Leone. Best ways to contact Nina: Website: Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. My Contact Information: Twitter: Follow Facebook: Like the and see what we're discussing there Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Meaghan and Freddy own the Etsy shop and they're helping to save the environment while running their successful Etsy business. They up-cycle discarded liquor bottles and turn them into unique 100% natural soy wax scented candles... How's that for original. In my conversation with one half of this power duo (Freddy), we talk about how they ended up starting a business making these candles, what shop promotion strategies they use and how they're working for them, and even dive a little into craft fairs and shows that they attend where they sell their candles in person. Best ways to reach Meaghan & Freddy: PS: please take a minute to leave a review of the podcast in and/or . That really helps to get the word out about the show :) Please take a minute to subscribe and leave an honest review of the podcast in and . That really helps to get the word out about the show. My Contact Information: Twitter: Follow Facebook: Like the and see what we're discussing there Pinterest: Instagram: Google+: Email: Use the OR interview [at] convome [dot] com

Have you evver wished you could have a do over of something...? ...Like say, your Etsy shop...? Well never fear, my guest on the podcast this week is Kelli and she is proof positive that you can have a do over with your Etsy shop and come out better and stronger than the first time. Kelli's Etsy shop is and she just re-opened armed with a wealth of knowledge about how to drive more traffic to her Etsy shop. We talk about everything from titles and tags, to branding and social media. This conversation is an eye opener about a seldom-addressed method of Etsy shop traffic generation. You've heard it many times before now... Etsy teams are a treasure trove of information and help and can be key to one's success on Etsy. Kelli and I talk about that too. Best ways to reach Kelli: Etsy shop: Website: PS: please take a minute to leave a review of the podcast in and/or . That really helps to get the word out about the show :)

I am so grateful to this week’s guest, Alisha, who owns the Etsy shop AHEngineer. She was one of the first people who responded to my Backup Episode which first aired back in June 2014. She was so humble and... The post appeared first on .

Did the name of this Etsy shop catch your attention too? Well it caught mine and in this week’s episode of the podcast I talk to Mary Hayes who runs the Etsy shop Cranky Hayes and one of the first... The post appeared first on .

Buckle up for this one because there is so much good information in this podcast and I give ALL the credit to Susan my guest. She runs the Etsy shop The Laughing Cabin and she is also one of the... The post appeared first on .

Holly started dabbling in Etsy selling as a side business until she decided that not giving it her all was counter-productive and finally went all in as a full-time Etsy seller. When she went all in, she really went all... The post appeared first on .

My guest this week is Jess and she runs the Etsy shop Jess Crafts Shop which she opened just barely three months ago! I was thrilled to talk with Jess because I believe she represents a good segment of the... The post appeared first on .

I stumbled onto this weeks’ podcast guests because I am totally addicted to podcasts and somehow I happily found theirs and became hooked. Sarah and Beth Anne are the sister duo behind the Etsy shop The Amateur Naturalist where they... The post appeared first on .

Ben and Monica are the power duo behind the Etsy shop Catch Me Studio. This is my first conversation with more than one person at a time (on the podcast, that is) and I was a bit worried about how... The post appeared first on .

Lauree and I met on Twitter and I soon as I checked out her Etsy shop – Dancing Dish and Decor – I was immediately intrigued and knew I wanted to talk to her about her craft. I loved that... The post appeared first on .

This week my guest is Hailey and she runs the hugely successful Etsy shop Ozetta. Hailey is really an inspiration because she took a great leap and jumped into Etsy full time from the very beginning and that decision has paid... The post appeared first on .

Hi there! This week, it’s just you and I Welcome to The Backup Episode of the Etsy Conversations Podcast! It’s kind of odd, because I have both looked forward to this day coming, and at the same time also feared that... The post appeared first on .

My guest this week is Robyn Devine and she runs the Etsy shop She Makes Hats. Robyn was referred to me by a past guest, Gloria of Creative Glo and I am so glad for the referral. Robyn describes herself... The post appeared first on .

Dan Safkow has successfully made the transition from corporate marketing to a full-time ecommerce career in the handmade industry. After spending more than 20 years working with marketing and promotional agencies serving clients like HBO, Disney, and Panasonic, Dan has... The post appeared first on .

My guest this week is my neighbor of sorts… Tatyana owns the Etsy Shop Love Teacup Kisses and she also lives right here in the San Francisco Bay Area! She is an illustrator and loves super cute, sassy, and fun... The post appeared first on .

I am so glad this week’s guest found me out there in the podcastosphere! Gloria owns the Etsy shop Creative Glo where she sells her crochet and knit items. Gloria left a very nice 5-star review in iTunes for the podcast and... The post appeared first on .

This week’s podcast guest is Heather Davis and she is the artist behind the Etsy shop Vadis Artist. She graduated from art school in 2011 and really hit the ground running even though it hasn’t been all smooth sailing. Heather... The post appeared first on .

I first heard Natasha Wescoat on another podcast and about 7-10 minutes into the episode I had to literally put it on pause and get onto my computer and send her an email. I just knew she would be an... The post appeared first on .

If you’ve been a long time listener of this podcast OR, if you’ve gone back in the archives and listened to every episode from the beginning, then you’ll immediately recognize this name – Angela J. Holden. I am sooo thrilled... The post appeared first on .

When I read Kim’s About page and she confessed that she had skipped classes in school just to work in the pottery studio and now she was making her living selling her earthenware pottery full time on Etsy… I knew... The post appeared first on .

My guest this week is a mover and shaker in the art world… Okay, those are my words not hers, but I think that’s a fact. Rachel Bingaman is a professional artist based in the Washington DC area whose medium... The post appeared first on .

Mary Deighton runs the Etsy shop Mare Design Boutique and she’s back on the podcast this week to give an update on what she’s been doing with her both her Etsy and graphic design business. Mary offers monogram ornaments and... The post appeared first on .

Modern Mermaid Design is the week’s spotlighted Etsy and Jeanie is the “shop keeper” behind it. Jeanie is managing her growing Etsy business and offline sales in boutiques, as well as holding down full-time outside of her crafting business and... The post appeared first on .

Storefront is a start-up that’s changing the way online sellers like Etsy sellers do business in the offline brick and mortar world. I know, I know… You started selling on Etsy to take advantage of the international marketplace and global... The post appeared first on .

This week I reach a milestone of sorts, I interview my first international Etsy shop owner! Belinda is my guest this week and her Etsy shop is Zoharous; she lives in Accra, Ghana and I was thrilled to find out... The post appeared first on .

This week I talk to a fellow self-professed introvert, Leah Palmer-Preiss. Leah and I immediately clicked when we discovered that we were both introverts and both extremely nervous about the podcast (luckily for her, she only had to be nervous... The post appeared first on .

Welcome to another week’s episode of the Etsy Conversations Podcast! This week I am thrilled to have April as my guest. April owns the Etsy shop Smithy Jewelry and I found her absolutely intriguing the more we talked because her... The post appeared first on .

We’re talking about jewels and gemstones this week with Daniela, owner of Etsy shop Rica Jewels. With a background in fashion design, Daniela discusses how she made the move from the clothing side to jewelry. Using gemstones which she personally... The post appeared first on .

This week we’re talking all about men’s accessories… Bow ties, to be specific. Jodie Gaston is my guest and his Etsy shop is Down South Tie Company. His specialty is handmade cotton bow ties. If you’re looking for a truly... The post appeared first on .

This week’s guest on the podcast is a real gem that was “imported from France 35 years ago by her husband” as she puts it Her name is Veronique and she is the owner of Etsy shop Veronique’s Jewelry. Veronique... The post appeared first on .

Are you ready to try your hands at making your very own creations? If so, then you’ll really want to hear my conversation this week with Beate (pronounced Bee-Aat-Tey). I love it…someone else with an “unusual” name, just like mine!... The post appeared first on .

Ever heard of Kumihimo? Well I hadn’t before I met this week’s guest on the Etsy Conversations Podcast. Karen is the owner of Etsy shop Time Talent Jewels and in addition to specializing in uniquely designed Kumihimo jewelry, Karen also... The post appeared first on .

I am so thrilled to present this week’s podcast guest to you! Her name is Michele Gallagher and she’s the owner of JAM Jewelry Shop on Etsy where A Little Sparkle is All You Need. But that’s not why I’m... The post appeared first on .

Karla describes herself as an “accidental glass artist” and that’s because over 20 years ago a good friend of hers asked her to “stand in” for her at a beginning fusing class. Well, she did, and one thing led to... The post appeared first on .

This week’s episode is all about weddings and bringing the bling to your wedding. My guest is Angela and her Etsy shop is AV Custom Designs and More. Angela created AV Custom Designs and More out of her own necessity…and... The post appeared first on .

This week we’re talking all about ceramics and my guest is Diane, she’s the Etsy shop owner of Muddy Waters Ceramic Creations.Diane has worked with hand thrown ceramics and pottery for about 6 years and it all began with a... The post appeared first on .

What do writing, running, bohemian vegan jewelry and Etsy have in common? Well, when you put them all together you get Earth Water Sol! Brooke is the owner of Etsy shop Earth Water Sol and she’s this week’s featured guest... The post appeared first on .

Ever wondered about needle felting? This week’s guest Etsy shop owner is Carley of Carley’s Corner Studio and Carley makes and sells needle felted toys, characters, holiday ornaments and felted soaps (I found out that you can actually use these... The post appeared first on .

We’re going down south to the Gulf Coast of Mississippi for this week’s episode. Meet Angela, she’s the owner of Etsy shop – Southern Shabby Gal. She makes shabby chic style cards, smash book journals, bookmarks and gift tags for... The post appeared first on .

Welcome to this week’s episode of the Etsy Conversations Podcast. This weeks’ guest is Mara, owner of the Etsy shop Urban Earth Teas. Mara is a Doctor of Natural Medicine and a certified herbalist. Mara makes her unique tea blends... The post appeared first on .

Welcome to this week’s episode of the Etsy Conversations Podcast. This week features an interview with master jeweler and sculptor Michael Tatom of the Etsy shop MichaelTatom of Beasts and Beauty. Michael is a sculptor working in silver, bronze and gold.... The post appeared first on .

Join us this week for an interview with Amy, Etsy shop owner of Backyard Remedies. Amy is a certified clinical herbalist and wild-crafter. At the time of this interview, Amy’s Etsy shop had been open for less than a year and... The post appeared first on .

Welcome back to this weeks’ episode of the podcast. This episode’s guest is Tracy, owner of Etsy shop Tracy Lizotte Studios. Tracy is a unique blend of graphic artist, illustrator, and fine artist all in one. Tracy shares lots of useful... The post appeared first on .

This episode features an interview with Etsy shop owner Rayne of Kitty Witch Perfumery. Rayne shares a lot of useful information not only for those in the beggining stages of launching a store but also for those who are considering... The post appeared first on .

Interview with fine artist Chad Smalt from Etsy shop SkyInSession. Chad is an amazing oil painter who was pursuing an MFA at the time of the interview. Listen in and hear Chad’s creative process and his thoughts regarding the challenges... The post appeared first on .

This episode’s featured shop owner is Megan Woods, owner of Needle Head Crafts. There have been some developments since this episode was first recorded. Megan has since closed her Etsy shop for various reasons, the most exciting of which is... The post appeared first on .

Enjoy this podcast interview with the one and only Brandy Monique of the etsy shop, Fig + Yarrow, a fantastic brand that is carried by Anthropology and other stores, plus many boutique shops in Europe and the states.  Brandy has terrific business sense paired with a great sense of design and has developed this line of products from the ground up, not only creating and financing the entirety of the line herself, but also the branding and the labeling, which makes her product stand out from her competitors.  In this interview, Brandy shares with us the history of Fig and Yarrow from day one, how she identifies her target market, how she brands and designs the labels for her product, how she describes what they do on the packages and in her shop descriptions, as well as a lot of information about product development.  She also shares with us the time management aspects of running such a successful product line, how she has managed to this point and what her plans are in the future for the line and her shop.  If you’re trying to get a handle on target marketing, branding, or the importance of your product’s story in general and how you can stand out as a superior product, then this is an interview you can’t miss.  Not great audio quality, apologies, but it’s definitely a great interview with an incredibly generous guest, so join me please in welcoming Brandy to the podcast!      

Enjoy this interview with avid fly fisherman and artist, Dave, shopkeeper of two etsy stores, woodsedgestudios60 and herosjourneycomics.  David is an amazing fine artist and outdoorsman selling his own hand-tied flies and also nature oriented drawings and beautiful prints out of his woodsedgestudios60 store.  At herosjourneycomics, he sells a variety of comic book related, vintage and upcycled items, plus his own cartooning work.  Besides running his two shops, David also writes for two newspapers and participates in a number of environmentally minded boards and programs.  He is an environmentally conscientious artist who goes to great lengths to stay engaged and in touch with the locals and tourists who follow his work and collect it.  In the course of a year, he has been very successful at selling his flies, and he discusses with us his views about what it takes to stay committed to art, life and land.  Join me in welcoming this special guest and enjoy!

I recorded my first international interview with etsy shopkeeper Joanna, from Cork, Ireland! Joanna is a talented multimedia salt-dough artist and illustrator who has been featured more than once on the Etsy landing pages!!  Enjoy!

Enjoy this insightful conversation with the Aixa from the etsy shop, Luscious Leather NYC.  Aixa is a remarkable leather worker centered out of New York City, she is remarkably skilled, makes all of her pieces by hand, using no machines or electricity whatsoever.  Her work is done entirely by herself with the help of her husband, paying close attention to detail.  She has 100 percent positive feedback on the over sixteen hundred orders she's filled since January, of 2011.  Aixa discusses her background and how she came to work with leather, she describes her creative drive and processes and how she came to be so sucessful at what she does.  She also gives remarkable insight into her customer's understanding of the unique value of her handmade goods in terms of quality of workmanship and durability.  This is a very special interview with an incredible artisan, join me in welcoming Aixa from  Luscious Leather NYC, to the Etsy Conversations Podcast.    

Interview with Etsy shopkeeper Carla Trujillo of Indian Doll Art Works. Carla is a truly talented mixed media artists.  This interview offers a unique insight into the creative ideas, drive and processes of a mixed media artist and crafter who manages... The post appeared first on .

Join us in this podcast interview with Tatiana, a women's apparel designer out of San Diego, California.  Tatiana shares with us a bit about her experience of coming to America from Siberiea in her twenties so that her parents and siblings could pursue science education and careers, while she aspired to her second degree, a BFA in fashion design, from The Institute of Art at San Diego.  Tatiana has been in business with her shop, Tatiana's Threads for only a few months but she already has over a hundres sales, her designs are so amazingly beautiful. Right now, if you hurry to her shop, she's running a Valentine's Day sale!  This is a special Valentines Day podcast which discusses the secrets of capturing the true heart and soul beauty of a women's figure.  You will love listening to Tatiana, join us! 

Welcome back to Etsy Conversations Podcast. Today’s guest is Jo from Etsy Shop Sloppy Jo’s Sloppy Seconds. Jo sells vintage clothing and accessories, and her shop is a rising star on Etsy. Open less than a year she has almost... The post appeared first on .

Welcome back to the Etsy Conversations Podcast. Today’s guest is Amanda from Etsy Shop Plank & Lace Place, and I REALLY LIKE Amanda. I mean, I like everyone I talk to, but Amanda and I had an instant connection and... The post appeared first on .

Welcome back to the Etsy Conversations Podcast. Today’s guest is Mary Mailler from Etsy Shop Along Came Mary. Mary is a digital print artist who I really enjoyed speaking with. Her experience as an artist and graphic designer is extensive,... The post appeared first on .

Welcome back to Etsy Conversations Podcast. Today’s guest is Missy Kulik from Etsy Shop, Sugar Cookie. Missy is a graphic and product designer living in Athens, GA, and her shop was opened just 3 days after Etsy went live in... The post appeared first on .

Welcome back to the Etsy Conversations Podcast. Today’s guests are Max and Cammi from Etsy Shop Gravlax. They were a lot of fun to talk to and I think you’ll enjoy getting to know them. They have a blog you... The post appeared first on .

Welcome back to the seventh episode of Etsy Conversations Podcast. Today’s guest is John from Etsy Shop Jack Bear Stamps. John is a letterboxer, podcaster, and sells hand carved stamps. John can be found on FaceBook, Flickr, and Twitter. His... The post appeared first on .

Join us on Sunday, May 13, 2012 on UStream.tv for a listening party. We’ll be playing the episode featuring Etsy Shop Owner John from Jack Bear Stamps, and we’ll be in chat to answer any questions, or if you just... The post appeared first on .

Welcome back to the Etsy Conversations Podcast. Today my guest is Edna, shop owner of M2M Party Designs and Mis Manos. Edna designs custom party invitations, and makes personalized gifts that are crocheted, knitted, and embroidered. Her website is Mis2Manos.com,... The post appeared first on .

Welcome back to the fifth episode of Etsy Conversations Podcast. Today my guest is Rachel of Etsy Shop Art In The Raw. Rachel is a photographer and also sells vintage and re-purposed items. I found Rachel’s Etsy Shop when I was searching... The post appeared first on .

Welcome back to the fourth episode of Etsy Conversations Podcast. Today my guest is Amy Johnson of Etsy Shop Maker Mama from San Antonio, TX. Amy is a busy mom and has been active in the online crafting community for... The post appeared first on .

Welcome back to the third episode of Etsy Conversations Podcast. Today my guest is Jessi from Etsy Shops Marl and Mischief & Jaw Designs1. For more information about the give-away Jessi referred to when we talked, please visit The Funky-Monkey’s... The post appeared first on .

Welcome back to the second episode of Etsy Conversations Podcast. Today is Easter Sunday and today I’m going to introduce myself a bit more to you. I also have information about the technology needed to be a guest on the... The post appeared first on .

Welcome to the first episode of Etsy Conversations Podcast! I’m your host, Angela Holden, and this is a podcast where I interview Etsy Shop Owners about their Etsy Stores. My first guest is Deb Olliff of Olliff Studio. Deb is a... The post appeared first on .