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Marketing & Promotion
(Step-By-Step Guide) Save Time wth Alura Pinterest Automation for Etsy Sellers
Learn how to save time and drive traffic from Pinterest to your Etsy shop with Alura's new Pinterest marketing tool.
Customer Service & Getting Reviews
Can Guest Leave Review For Your Etsy Shop?
Can guests leave reviews? Find out how guest buyers can review items after purchase & increase your shop's chance of getting positive reviews.
Customer Service & Getting Reviews
Understanding Shilling on Etsy & Getting Real Reviews For Your Etsy Shop
What is review shilling on Etsy, and how you can avoid it when encouraging genuine reviews from customers, even if they are friends and family.
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Starting Etsy Shop
Find Your Winning Etsy Niche - Discover High Demand & Low Competition Niches
Find your perfect Etsy niche with our step-by-step guide. Brainstorm niche ideas, tips for identifying profitable niches and tool recommendations.
Optimisation & Conversion Rate
Maximizing Your Etsy Conversion Rate (Convert Visits Into Sales!)
Maximizing conversion rate is important to any Etsy shop. Keyword research, listing photos and product description all play an important role in helping you convert traffic to sales.
Etsy SEO & Traffic
The Ultimate Etsy SEO Guide 2025 - Improve Search Ranking & Get Noticed
Getting your Etsy shop to rank well on Etsy search engine results can be a challenge. Read this Etsy SEO guide for the best tips to rank better on Etsy
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Pricing & Packaging
(2025) How Much Does It Really Cost To Sell On Etsy? (Types Of Fees, Breakdown, Examples)
Etsy fees can be a confusing topic for Etsy shop owners. We will break down the types of Etsy fees and explained with examples.
Digital Products
38 Popular Digital Products On Etsy (+Analysis & Strategies to Make Sales)
Get popular and trending digital product ideas to sell on Etsy, alongside my recommendations and strategies to stand out
Digital Products
(2025) A Complete Guide: How To Sell Canva Templates On Etsy To Make Extra Income
Selling Canva template is one of the best ways to earn extra passive income on Etsy. I'll walk you through how to do so in this guide.
Tools & Resources
17 Best Etsy SEO Tools 2025 (Honest Review & Free Options)
This review roundup tested 17 Etsy SEO Keyword tools including Alura, Marmalead, eRank, Sale Samurai and more. Read to see which one's the best
Tools & Resources
Alura Review - Is It Good & How To Use It To Find Winning Products On Etsy
Alura is one of the popular keyword and product research tools for Etsy. Read this guide to see use it to find winning products for your shop.
Marketing & Promotion
(Step-By-Step Guide) Save Time wth Alura Pinterest Automation for Etsy Sellers
Learn how to save time and drive traffic from Pinterest to your Etsy shop with Alura's new Pinterest marketing tool.
Customer Service & Getting Reviews
How To Get More 5-Star Reviews For Your Etsy Shop + Templates
Etsy reviews can boost your conversion rate and sales. Learn how to get more 5-star reviews for your Etsy shop in this guide.
Customer Service & Getting Reviews
Can Guest Leave Review For Your Etsy Shop?
Can guests leave reviews? Find out how guest buyers can review items after purchase & increase your shop's chance of getting positive reviews.
Operation & Management Tips
Etsy Shop Announcement - 7 Things To Include + Examples & Templates
In this guide, we’ll look at how to write an effective Etsy shop announcement with real examples
Customer Service & Getting Reviews
Protect Your Etsy Shop: Guide to Dealing with Review Extortion (Threaten with 1-Star Review)
A comprehensive guide to dealing with unfair review extortion. You'll also find the message template to report the customer to Etsy.
Customer Service & Getting Reviews
Understanding Shilling on Etsy & Getting Real Reviews For Your Etsy Shop
What is review shilling on Etsy, and how you can avoid it when encouraging genuine reviews from customers, even if they are friends and family.
Starting Etsy Shop
(Full Guide) How to Succeed on Etsy as a Jewelry Seller
Learn step-by-step how to sell digital jewelry on Etsy, including niche selection, Etsy SEO, marketing strategies and more
Digital Products
(Full Guide) How to be a Successful Digital Printable Seller on Etsy
Learn step-by-step how to sell digital printables on Etsy, including niche selection, Etsy SEO, marketing strategies and more
Digital Products
8-Step Actionable Guide to Creating a Successful Digital Downloads Etsy Shop
Start your Etsy digital downloads journey with this step-by-step guide. Follow expert steps on niche research, design, SEO, and automation for your shop.
Starting Etsy Shop
9 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Start a Print-On-Demand Etsy Shop
Print-on-demand on Etsy isn’t all passive profits - here are 9 reasons why it may be a tough road to success.
Digital Products
How to Get Your First 100 Sales for Your Etsy Digital Product Shop
Ready to hit 100 Etsy sales for your digital product Etsy shop? Learn my recommendations on strategies to get there quickly.
Marketing & Promotion
A Year-Round Marketing Calendar for Etsy Sellers to Plan Your Year for Maximum Sales
Plan your Etsy success with our comprehensive seasonal guide. Learn proven strategies for holidays and fun niche events throughout the year to promote your Etsy shop.
Digital Products
(Complete Tutorial) Crafting Beautiful Mockup Photos for Etsy Digital Products with Artboard Studio
Discover the best way to make stunning mockup photos for your Etsy shop. Explore tools like Canva, Placeit, and our top pick, Artboard Studio.
Etsy SEO & Traffic
The Ultimate Etsy SEO Guide 2025 - Improve Search Ranking & Get Noticed
Getting your Etsy shop to rank well on Etsy search engine results can be a challenge. Read this Etsy SEO guide for the best tips to rank better on Etsy
Etsy Updates & Trends
Etsy's October 2024 Algorithm Update: Everything You Need to Know + My Recommendations
Keep up with the latest Etsy search algorithm update, and all the strategies you need to know to stay ahead.
Etsy Updates & Trends
Roundup Of The Biggest Etsy Updates In 2024
Stay up-to-date with all of Etsy’s key updates in 2024 and learn how to adapt your shop strategies for continued success in 2025
Etsy Updates & Trends
(Updated For 2025) Etsy Star Seller - What Is It & How To Become One
With Etsy's new Star Seller system, there are some implications for you as a Etsy shop owner. This article goes through that and some of the controversies.
Digital Products
(Full Tutorial) How To Sell Editable Digital Templates On Etsy Using Corjl (Canva Alternative)
Learn how to sell editable templates on Etsy using Corjl. I’ll take you through the process step-by-step in this full Corjl tutorial.
Etsy Updates & Trends
A 2025 Look At Pattern By Etsy (It’s Not Good)
Is Pattern by Etsy right for you? Uncover its features, drawbacks, and top alternatives to build the perfect website for your handmade business
Marketing & Promotion
(Updated for 2025) 19 Ways to Skyrocket Your Etsy Sales (Etsy Marketing Tips You Can Use Today)
Want more traffic and better sales on Etsy? Grow your Etsy shop in these 19 practical ways in order to out-do your competitors.
Starting Etsy Shop
Start Your 2025 Right - 5 Must-Do Things for Etsy Sellers
Discover the top five things that Etsy sellers should prioritise in 2025 for faster growth and stand out in a competitive marketplace
Starting Etsy Shop
Is It Worth Selling On Etsy in 2025 (Pros & Cons, Fees, Alternatives & More)
Is it still worth it to sell on Etsy despite the increasing competition and challenges? You'll know the pros & cons, alternatives and more in this guide
Product Photography
(Updated For 2025) Etsy Listing Photo Size Guide - Optimal Size & Aspect Ratios
Discover the best practices for Etsy listing photo size and aspect ratio
Marketing & Promotion
(Updated For 2025) Pinterest Marketing Strategies For Etsy Sellers
Discover the power of Pinterest for Etsy sellers. Learn how to leverage its unique advantages to drive traffic to your Etsy shop and boost sales
Tools & Resources
The Ultimate Guide To Etsy Alternatives - 18 Alternatives For Handmade, Digital & Print-On-Demand Products
Looking to move beyond Etsy? Discover top marketplaces and website builders tailored for handmade, digital, and print-on-demand sellers
Digital Products
(2025) Step-By-Step Of Selling Printables On Etsy For Passive Income: A Complete Guide
Learn how to earn passive income on Etsy with printables and digital products, including best selling printable ideas, choice of design tool and more.
Digital Products
14 Beginner-Friendly Digital Products That Made Over $10,000 on Etsy
Looking to sell on Etsy? Explore these 14 beginner-friendly digital product ideas that have made over $10k revenue on Etsy
Marketing & Promotion
Try This Marketing Technique For Your Etsy Black Friday Sale
A quick guide of 5 marketing and promotional techniques that you can use for your Etsy shop during this Black Friday Cyber Monday to boost sales
Marketing & Promotion
(Etsy New Marketing Feature) How to Use Product Bundling to Increase Order Value & Revenue
See how product bundling strategies can boost your Etsy shop’s sales and profit. Read this guide for tips, creative examples and the latest Etsy feature
Digital Products
13 Profitable Niche Digital Products On Etsy You Haven’t Explored Yet
Discover 13 profitable niche digital products on Etsy you haven’t explored yet. Tap into these niche markets for higher profit margin and lower competition
Starting Etsy Shop
Top 20+ Tips And Tricks To Kick Start Your Etsy Shop
Are you ready to turn your passion for creative crafts into a money-making business? These 20+ tips will help you get started selling your craft on Etsy today!
Customer Service & Getting Reviews
How To Respond To Bad Reviews On Etsy (+Professional Template Response)
You can't please everyone, and you got a dreadful 1-star review on Etsy. Here is the guide of how to deal with that and use that in your favor. So that you can move on creating.
Pricing & Packaging
Should I Offer Free Shipping on Etsy (How to Do it Without Losing Money and Get Etsy Search Boost)
Free shipping to boost your Etsy search ranking? This post shows you whether you need to offer free shipping in your Etsy shop, and how to make it profitable if you choose to do so.
Pricing & Packaging
How To Ship On Etsy - A Guide For Beginners
A begginer's guide to Etsy shipping, including topics about who pays for shipping, how much should you charge and dealing with returns & exchanges.
Pricing & Packaging
How To Package Jewelry For Your Etsy Shop
Jewelry packaging can often be an afterthought, but if you do it right, your Etsy shop can stand out from the competition. Here are some best tips and examples.
Etsy Updates & Trends
53 Trending Etsy Shop Ideas For Beginners - What To Sell On Etsy In 2024
Wonder what trendy, beginner-friendly products you can sell on Etsy? Check out this list of 53 popular Etsy listings for inspiration
Pricing & Packaging
How To Price Your Etsy Handmade Items (Formula, Strategies & Examples)
Learn how to price your handmade products on Etsy. We'll look at the dangers of pricing too low and how price can affect shopper's perception
Pricing & Packaging
26 Best Etsy Packaging Ideas For Handmade Jewelry
See how to stand out on Etsy with jewelry packaging. 26 real examples from successful Etsy sellers.
Etsy Updates & Trends
Etsy Search Algorithm Update - Keywords In Listing Description
Etsy updated their search algorithm in May 2022 to scan keyword in product description. Read this guide to see what to do.
Optimisation & Conversion Rate
11 Biggest Mistakes Etsy Sellers Make & How To Fix Them
Avoid and fix these 11 mistakes that Etsy sellers make so that you can get ahead of competition
Etsy Updates & Trends
What Is Etsy Bestseller Badge? How To Get It, What Does It Mean, How To Find Bestsellers
Getting the Etsy bestseller badge may be difficult. You will find tips to increase your chance in getting one in this guide.
Optimisation & Conversion Rate
13 Ways To Stand Out On Etsy From Drop-Shipper & Mass-Produced Reseller
With increasing amount of dropshipper on Etsy, here are 13 ways that you can stand out and differentiate your Etsy shop
Tools & Resources
A Beginner’s Guide - ChatGPT For Your Etsy Shop (Prompts & Examples)
Discover how ChatGPT can help grow your Etsy shop in this beginner-friendly guide with prompts and examples.
Pricing & Packaging
Affordable DIY Packaging Ideas For Etsy Shops
Discover cute and affordable packaging ideas for your Etsy shop that will help your products stand out and increase customer satisfaction
Optimisation & Conversion Rate
11 Reasons Why Your Etsy Shop Is Not Making Sales & How To Fix Them
Struggling to make sales on Etsy? Check out our article to discover 11 reasons why your shop might not be making sales, and how to fix them.
Tools & Resources
Supercharge Your Etsy Shop With Canva’s New AI Features (Magic Design, Animation, Magic Edit, etc)
Harness the power of Canva's AI tools to market your handmade product, enhance branding and boost sales for your Etsy shop
Marketing & Promotion
10 Etsy Strategies For Long-Term Growth + Top Etsy Shop Examples
Achieve long-term growth on Etsy with these 10 strategies, illustrated with real life examples from top Etsy shops
Marketing & Promotion
Top Selling Items on Etsy & Most Popular Etsy Product Categories
Discover the most popular product categories on Etsy. Get inspired for your own Etsy shop with insights and Etsy bestseller examples
Operation & Management Tips
How Many Listings Should I Have On Etsy?
How many Etsy listings should you start with? Dive deep into my recommendations and top Etsy shop examples
Etsy Updates & Trends
(Etsy Update) Etsy Share & Save Program - Everything You Need To Know
Explore Etsy Share & Save program: learn how it benefits you, eligibility, and strategies to maximise performance
Etsy Updates & Trends
8 Trending Products To Sell On Etsy In 2024
Explore 8 trending product and niche ideas for your Etsy shop in 2024
Etsy Updates & Trends
Etsy Gift Mode - List of 192 Personas, How To Find High Demand Niches & Get New Product Ideas
Learn how to leverage Etsy's Gift Mode feature to uncover popular niches, high-demand products, and accelerate your Etsy growth with this comprehensive guide
Digital Products
13 High Ticket Digital Products To Sell On Etsy
Maximise your Etsy profits with digital products that you can sell for a high price. Get 13 high-ticket product ideas with strategies to justify premium price points
Marketing & Promotion
How To See What Sells On Etsy - A Free, Actionable Guide
This free and actionable guide takes you through my methods of finding products that sell well on Etsy.
Branding & Design
How To Choose Your Unique & Creative Etsy Shop Name
A practical guide to help you choose your perfect Etsy shop name with 90 examples and commonly asked questions
Optimisation & Conversion Rate
How These Etsy Shops Made Over $1 Million In Sales (+Strategies You Can Apply To Your Own Shop)
Discover the strategies of top Etsy shops that made over $1 million in sales and learn actionable tips to boost your own shop's success
Marketing & Promotion
The Science Of Selling - 5 Powerful Psychological Principles You Can Use To Increase Your Etsy Sales
Unlock the power of psychology to boost your Etsy sales. Learn 5 proven principles to create compelling listings and turn browsers into buyers
Etsy Updates & Trends
Etsy's New Creativity Standards - My Cautiously Optimistic Take On This Recent Change
What is Etsy's new Creativity Standards from the perspective of an Etsy seller. Learn what these changes mean for your shop and how to leverage them for success.
Digital Products
How To Drive Traffic & Market Your Digital Product Etsy Shop
Discover how to market digital products on Etsy with tips on SEO, listing photos, bundling, and more to drive sales
Optimisation & Conversion Rate
Copy My Etsy Product Description Templates For Better Etsy SEO & More Sales
Copy my Etsy product description templates for physical, digital, and made-to-order products to boost conversions and drive sales
Etsy SEO & Traffic
How To Get More Traffic To Etsy For Free (Strategies, Common Mistakes, Ratings)
Get more traffic to your Etsy shop for free with these 8 strategies. This guide walks you through the actionable steps, common mistakes to avoid and which ones you should focus on first.
Customer Service & Getting Reviews
How To Use Thank You Notes to Get Return Customers & Boost Etsy Black Friday Holiday Sales
Learn how Etsy sellers can increase holiday profits by including personal thank you notes in orders to encourage repeat customers before Black Friday
Etsy SEO & Traffic
How To Use Long-Tail Keywords For Better Etsy SEO
Understand the difference between long-tail keywords and broad keywords, and some of my favourite ways to find long-tail keywords for your Etsy shop.
Tools & Resources
Is EtsyHunt Worth It? EtsyHunt Review, Coupon Code & Alternatives
Etsyhunt is a budget friendly Etsy SEO tool, but is it any good? Read this review to find out and see all its features
Marketing & Promotion
(2024) Your Last Minute BFCM Marketing Guide For Etsy Sellers
Stand out this Black Friday with creative Etsy promotion ideas - tiered discounts, free gifts, exclusive offers & more ways to increase sales.
Tools & Resources
(Prompts Included) 3 Amazing AI Tool Use Cases For Etsy Sellers (Keyword Research, Listing Optimisation & More)
This article shows you 3 amazing prompts to generate useful insights for your Etsy shop using AI tools like Claude 3.5 or GPT 4o
Starting Etsy Shop
Etsy 101 - What Is Etsy & How Does It Work + Beginner Marketing Tips
Discover how Etsy works for craft makers and sellers. Learn about setting up shop, listing products, managing orders, and marketing strategies for success
Starting Etsy Shop
Do This One Thing Before Opening An Etsy Shop
New to Etsy? Read this guide to find out the one key thing you need to focus on to kickstart your shop's growth
Optimisation & Conversion Rate
Maximizing Your Etsy Conversion Rate (Convert Visits Into Sales!)
Maximizing conversion rate is important to any Etsy shop. Keyword research, listing photos and product description all play an important role in helping you convert traffic to sales.
Operation & Management Tips
Should I Use Etsy Vacation Mode? (What Happens After? How To Turn It On, Message Template, Alternatives)
Need a break for your Etsy shop? Thinking of putting your shop on vacation mode? It is not that great of an idea. In this article, I'll show you a better alternative to vacation mode.
Marketing & Promotion
Are Etsy Ads Worth It? What I’ve Learned From Running It For 2 months
Are Etsy ads worth it? This guide shows how they work and how much they cost. Learn from my experience of running Etsy ads for 2 months.
Branding & Design
12 Simple, Inexpensive Ways To Create A Strong Brand For Your Etsy Shop
This guide shows you 12 easy ways to brand your Etsy shop, including creating a logo design, deciding on a brand voice, designing an Etsy banner, etc
Optimisation & Conversion Rate
10 Ways To Get More Clicks To Your Etsy Listings
Learn 10 practical ways to get more clicks to your Etsy listings and your shop
Marketing & Promotion
Email Marketing for Etsy Sellers (Best Way To Build Customer Loyalty)
Learn how to build long-term customer relationship with this secret marketing tool for Etsy sellers
Starting Etsy Shop
How To Start An Etsy Shop With No Money? A Budget Friendly Guide
Your guide to starting an Etsy shop on a tight budget. Ways to save money on making products, taking photos, branding and more.
Starting Etsy Shop
Find Your Winning Etsy Niche - Discover High Demand & Low Competition Niches
Find your perfect Etsy niche with our step-by-step guide. Brainstorm niche ideas, tips for identifying profitable niches and tool recommendations.
Optimisation & Conversion Rate
How To Boost Your Etsy Listing Conversion Rate And Sales With Informational Photos
Discover the power of informational photos in driving Etsy sales and optimising conversion rates
Marketing & Promotion
Hashtags, Captions & Beyond - Boosting Instagram Engagement For Your Etsy Shop
Learn how to craft captivating captions, hashtag strategy, and best posting practices to maximise your Etsy shop's Instagram account
Tools & Resources
Canva vs Corjl vs Templett vs JetTemplate - Which One Is The Best For Etsy Sellers
4 of the most popular graphic editing tools for Etsy sellers for creating editable templates. Which one's the best?
Starting Etsy Shop
(For New Shops) How To Get 40 Free Listing On Etsy
If you are starting a new Etsy shop, read this guide and learn how to get 40 free listings to help you start your Etsy journey.
Tools & Resources
How To Use Midjourney To Open An Etsy Print-On-Demand Shop
Turn simple text prompts into beautiful designs for Etsy print-on-demand products with Midjourney
Tools & Resources
The OG Etsy SEO Tool Tested - Marmalead Review
Is Marmalead worth it? Does it work well for you Etsy shop? Read this review to find out whether Marmalead is right for you.
Marketing & Promotion
13 Mistakes That Etsy Sellers Make On Instagram
13 Common Instagram mistakes that handmade Etsy sellers should avoid to improve their likes and engagement on the platform
Etsy SEO & Traffic
The Ultimate Guide To Keyword Research For Etsy Sellers
Struggling with keyword research for your Etsy shop? Learn a step-by-step approach to finding untapped, high-traffic keywords to improve visibility and boost sales
Marketing & Promotion
16 Black Friday Promotion Ideas For Etsy Sellers
Sell more during the biggest sales event of the year - Black Friday - with these 16 marketing ideas and strategies
Product Photography
8 Best Etsy Listing Photo Tips (+55 Best Product Photography Found On Etsy)
This tutorial will guide you through the steps to take stunning Etsy product photos (with real life, best product photography found on Etsy)
Marketing & Promotion
Best Tips To Make Etsy Advertising Work (Updated For Etsy Offsite Ads)
Etsy ads can make or break your Etsy shop. With the Etsy offsite ads update, it's more important than ever to have a strong strategy to leverage ads to grow your shop.
Marketing & Promotion
10 Top Selling Etsy Products & What They Are Doing Right
Learn from the best - Get insights into the successful strategies of 10 popular Etsy products and how you can apply them to your own shop.
Etsy SEO & Traffic
The Complete Etsy SEO Checklist To Boost Your Ranking In Etsy Search
Download and print out this free printable SEO checklist and work towards higher ranking in Etsy search
Operation & Management Tips
Etsy Views vs Visits: Differences & How To Fix Low Metrics To Boost Sales
Discover the difference between Etsy views and visits, why they matter, and how to leverage them to improve your sales
Starting Etsy Shop
How To Start An Etsy Shop For Beginners (Easy Step-By-Step Setup)
Want to start your handmade Etsy shop? This guide walks you through step-by-step of how to open your Etsy shop in an afternoon.
Starting Etsy Shop
(Free PDF) Checklist For Opening Your New Etsy Shop
Download our free PDF checklist for opening your new Etsy shop, covering shop set-up to Etsy SEO
Operation & Management Tips
How To Write Etsy Shop About Section (Templates & Examples)
Upgrade your Etsy shop about section and stand out from the competition. This guide covers what to include and easy templates to use.
Tools & Resources
eRank For Etsy: Is It Worth It & How To Use It To Grow Your Etsy Shop?
eRank is a great Etsy SEO keyword research tool that is budget friendly. Read this review to see whether it's worth it and how you can best use it.
Operation & Management Tips
What To Do If Your Etsy Shop Is Suspended?
Top reasons why Etsy shops get banned or suspended, what to do to restore it and how to appeal the decision.
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