Cinnamon Pink

Selling On Etsy

Eventually, I plan to open my own Etsy Shop. But I seem to be getting delayed by the Details and Perfection Traps.I tell my self that I need to take care of all the details, both big and small, before I can sell on Etsy. And that everything has to be perfect for opening day.

On the other hand, maybe it's in the promoting and selling that all the details get worked out. And that perfection is an ongoing work-in-progress.

As I deal with these issues, I like to visit Etsy's The Storque for inspiration and useful information. I particularly like the Etsy Seller Handbook. It includes a "handy index of all the useful How-To's about selling on Etsy."

There's also an excellent post on Shop Makeover: Welcome to Your Online Presence. Etsy says, "This is a Shop Makeover for the crafter or artist who has, as of yet, only delved into the real, "offline" world of selling their art, craft, or vintage wares." That's me.

How about you? Are you selling offline or online?

Crafty Business Resources

If you're looking for ways to energize your current crafty business (or thinking of starting a new business), check out the Crafty Business Resources on the One Pretty Thing site. You'll find a wealth of articles offering sound business advice.

And while you're there, don't forget to check out the cool craft projects on One Pretty Thing. Every day, Rachel Klein highlights fabulous DIY projects from around the Web.

Start Getting Ready for Your Craft Fairs

I created these tags for a Craft Fair that I participated in last year. Many customers purchased the tags and I received good feedback on them after the show too. (Note: I've since changed the name of my business from Pink Chalk Studio to Cinnamon Pink.)

I'm going to again participate in a Fair this Fall. One lesson I learned was to start early. I've already begun making a list, in my Art Journal, of possible crafts to make. I want to produce different tags - and dream up some other new ideas.

I've found that it's also important to keep good notes on cost of supplies and time spent making each item. This tactic helps when it comes time to price your goods. I use my Project Detail Sheet to track this information.

Have a Creative Day, Darlene