Tips 200-249

200. Start a Mailing List

A mailing list offers direct contact between you and your customers. Unlike Facebook where you are unsure how many of your posts are reaching your Facebook fans, an email to your mailing list lands directly in their inbox. Make it easy for people to sign up for your mailing list by placing a sign up option on your website and on your blog. I offer special deals and freebies to my mailing list to let them know that they are valued and to make it worth their while being on the list. Don’t inundate your mailing list with a ton of emails. I email once a month to coincide with new products and specials. Some great mailing list options include MailChimp and Bravenet but do some research and find out which one will work best for you! – This tip courtesy of SpringHillGraphics – 3,322 sales so far

201. Be Yourself

With so many shops at Etsy offering graphic designs and photography templates right now, it’s easy to get lost and compare myself with other shops. But I have found out that as long as I stay true to myself and my designs style, I have set my shop apart from others. I also made sure that I design from scratch and not using resources that are widely available from the internet. – This tip courtesy of 7thAvenue Designs – 2,163 sales so far

202. Take advantage of social media, and build a loyal following

I have found that taking advantage of all the social media that is out there can greatly increase your sales on Etsy. In just one short year I have built a following of almost 2,000 fans on Facebook. I have chosen to use Facebook as my primary social media platform due to it’s popularity, and ease of use. Through Facebook, I have been able to connect with my customers on a very personal level and in turn have built a loyal customer base. I post all of my new Etsy listings and sales to Facebook and generate much more targeted traffic than I would by paying for advertising. My fans are my biggest cheerleaders and they motivate me on a daily basis to be a better designer, Etsy shop owner, and just a better business woman in general. I attribute most of my success on Etsy to them. – This tip courtesy of Sonya DeHart Design – 1,442 sales so far

203. Items Need to be Enticing and Consistent

Make sure that your items have a consistent look and complement each other. You want to entice customers to either stay and browse or to come back knowing what they will find. You can do this by selling similar items or items with a similar theme. For example, our photographs could have a consistent theme, background color, or background texture. It does not matter if you sell both widgets and doodads, just be inventive and find a way to make them both look like they belong. – This tip courtesy of Spawn of Flame – 2,286 sales so far

204. Stand behind your work and provide great quality

Provide the best quality and sales will come in through word of mouth and your Internet exposure. – This tip courtesy of Camille Chung – Artistic and Creative Branding – 1,042 sales so far

205. Be a generous promoter

There are many ways to spread the word about your shop (joining Etsy teams, using social media like a blog, Facebook and Twitter) and they are all very helpful in sharing your work. But when using these methods I have found that being a generous promoter of others can have lasting benefits. Go above and beyond as a team mate. Be sure to always honor team/group commitments. Share others work on your blog, Facebook or Twitter pages. Share Facebook posts, re-tweet and re-blog when you can. It gives your fans and followers some variety and generous teammates will be remembered. I think you will find it comes back to you many times! – This tip courtesy of BPR Designs – 1,490 sales so far

206. Facebook Giveaways Increase Sales

Facebook Giveaways are an awesome way to increase your sales by bringing in more people to view your shop. It is hard to sell when people don’t know your shop even exists. How it works is: You team up with another business owner, they team up with someone else. (ie. As a graphic designer I team up with a Photographer, she teams up with a person who crochets hat for props, she teams up with a person who sells baskets for props.) The person who starts the giveaway posts the giveaway to Facebook and makes a deadline for the cutoff where a winner is picked. Each person that registers has to “favorite” that shops Etsy Shop and “Like” their Facebook page to be entered in the giveaway. The winner or winners gets one item that the shop owner would chose to giveaway. Including a discount code your Etsy shop the entire time the giveaway is running is also helpful to get people to purchase something from your shop. –This tip courtesy of Kaylee Bug Design – 1,748 sales so far

207. Post New Listings Daily

To list at least daily (I try to list something each morning and evening) and try to mix it up. The thought is that you hit customers that are searching for fresh items and maybe reach a new customer, and at the same time, keep your existing customers happy with new offerings. And by mixing it up, I refer to changing color, size, etc. to keep customers wanting to check back often to see what you have that’s new and different as well as my signature line. I sell my handmade lampwork beads, so for example, I can change it up by making bead sets, focal beads, or large hole beads and often change my color palette. – This tip courtesy of MonasLampwork – 2,560 sales so far

207. Unique, custom Products

I strive to keep that personal unique element in all of my art. Each ornament is one of a kind, and I offer a product that is not found elsewhere. Having something so different, along with really working and loving what I do, everyday is the reason I am so successful. Every day I study dogs, and even cats, I watch, I observe. I work with rescued dogs, helping to rehabilitate them into becoming wonderful additions to the family and I train their owners into understanding the behaviors,. I do this all as a volunteer, because anything I do which can help them is a reward. Being around animals all day I understand them better, which helps me to sculpt them better. Everyday I learn something, everyday I put it towards my shop. Love what you do, and work at what you do. – This tip courtesy of The Magic Sleigh – 1,697 sales so far

208. Staying on Trend

Staying on trend with your designs and items you sell is a huge way to get new customers! For example, chevron is a really popular trend in fashion and decor right now. So if someone googles “chevron” they are likely to see your items in the search results. I make digital images that can be used in jewerly making, scrapbooking and various other projects. So if someone needs some chevron bottlecap images, I’ve got them! I try to keep my eye on what is current and include that in my new designs! – This tip courtesy of Custom Creations by Tamara Bennett – 1,290 sales so far

209. Passion for your product line and customer service is where it’s at

As the Original in offering handstamped vintage coffee spoons, I am now surrounded by lower-priced competition. However, my sales have NOT slowed down, in fact they continue to grow! I believe my continued success is directly related to referrals and repeat business based on my customer care. First-time buyers quickly learn of my one-on–one attention with quick and thorough communication. I spend a lot of time convo-ing back and forth with my clients, offering suggestions, advising of all of their options and aways letting them know where I am in the process of their order along the way. I want them to feel as if they are in a “brick and mortar” on Main Street USA talking with the shop owner face-to-face. Only through these conversations can I learn the stories and reasons behind their gifts. I love this part. I believe that besides being the Original, what makes me stand out is my customer care and attention to every detail. Hand-in-hand to sucess and customer service is your passion for your product line – genuine love for your work and care for your customers is felt by your clients! – This tip courtesy of Sycamore Hill – 2,924 sales so far

210. Great Customer Service

I think the best tip we can give is to strive to have the best customer service. I know I hate when I order something on etsy and I never get a reply. It’s not so much that I want a thank you (which would be nice) but it’s more that I want to make sure that they received my order. If you have a great product and great customer service it will in turn make you have great repeat customers! Then your repeat customers will tell all your friends! Nothing better then good free word of mouth advertising! – This tip courtesy of SimpleTraditions – 3,500 sales so far

211. Start with Great Photos

Photos attract the eye, bringing people into your shop. Then it’s up to the product and scent descriptions to make the sale. After those factors are in place, then promote, promote, promote– be active on teams, the forums, and social media !! – This tip courtesy of GetLathered – 4,074 sales so far

212. Offer Unique and Affordable Useful Handmade Items

My shop is successful due to the offering of many items that are very unique, affordable, and useful as gifts or in the buyers home. The items are made by a very senior lady (85) who just loves to sew to stay active and busy. My son (60) is responsible for keeping the shops active and does all of the computer work.
We mainly utilize what we call “unwanted and unloved” small amounts of fabrics that my son finds at estate sales, yard sales, thrift stores and closeouts. That is how I keep my creations so affordable, don’t try to make much on each item, just to cover costs.
Biggest tip — offer and sell what you really love to create and offer the highest in customer service and fast shipping at affordable rates. - This tip courtesy of OriginallyYours – 2,244 sales so far

213. Sales Through Social Media

One of the things I learned quickly is that word of mouth really can make a difference in terms of selling online. Using social media outlets such as Twitter, Google+, and Facebook can really bring attention to your craft, art, or shop. Making your posts count is also important. Simple and to the point, include the price of your item, and whether it is “On Sale” or “For Sale”. Regular tweeting and posting on Facebook will create a loyal fan base that can equal potential buyers! – This tip courtesy of Bastille Bleu Lampwork – 1,724 sales so far

214. Keep at it! Don’t give up

Never give up! No one can find you if you don’t work hard at getting yourself noticed. I carry business cards, wear my own products, and I’ve even posted a business card at my local coffee shop’s bulletin board before. Persistence is key. - This tip courtesy of Zelas’ Art, Buttons and Jewelry – 2,988 sales so far

215. Consistency . . . in everything

I have found while I am regularly listing new items I am making sales and not just the newly listed items either. Your shop appearance will benefit with photos that have a uniformity in style so all your items look like they belong in your shop. Also the photos should represent exactly what you are selling, taking advantage of all 5 photo slots showing views of your product from different angles.
I regularly look at my shop to see where I can make improvements – to photos, descriptions, items . . .
I ship my sold items regularly and I notify the buyers of the shipping details that same day. – This tip courtesy of Feyglass – 2,250 sales so far

216. Take great photos

I am so lucky to have really good photos that are taken by my daughter! She has taken several classes in photography and I get the benefit of her great work! I have had many customers tell me how beautiful the pictures are and have been featured in many treasuries! – This tip courtesy of Calabasas Candy Co – 4,591 sales so far

217. Finding Your Balance

Selling on Etsy isn’t easy and finding your balance can be even harder.

There are so many useful tips and tricks to selling on Etsy and you can usually hear them all in one Etsy forum thread; however, not any single piece of advice normally works. Finding your balance – what works for your shop and what doesn’t – is essential.

A product people want, great photos, social networking, SEO, tags and titles that are efficient for relevancy, great customer service, shop policies, descriptive listings that speak to your target market, advertising, product quality, psychological pricing tactics, fair shipping costs, the renewing game, and recent trends all play valuable roles. It is very possible to excel in some areas while paying absolutely no heed to others and still succeed – every shop’s balance is quite unique. Along the way, you can alter your success level by adapting your ‘balancing act’ to see what works for you and your shop. For example, I rarely participate in social networking and never blog. When I feel I am ready for more growth, I will incorporate these strategies into my equation.

I could write a book on what I’ve learned while selling on Etsy for the past 4 years but the essentials to success are the same as in any business – have a solid business plan with realistic expectations, know your limitations, and be flexible. – This tip courtesy of MoL Gifts & More – 3,011 sales so far

218. Have Patience and Keep At It

I would say that we (my husband and I) have the most sales when I am very actively adding new products each day. Not just renewing old items but putting on fresh new items. Customers seem to know when you are recycling the same old stuff! They want to see brand new items!!
But one thing I’ve noticed is that even when I am listing all new items, I get lots more views the first few days but not necessarily more immediate sales. I have to remind myself that people may LOOK at the new items and get excited about them and put them in their favorites…..but they usually don’t immediately buy them. I start to notice an increase in sales after about 3 days of vigorous new listings.
So basically, what I’m saying is don’t get discouraged if your ramped up efforts aren’t producing IMMEDIATE sales. People are seeing your items, they’re liking them….it just may take them a few days to start buying them  – This tip courtesy of Infinite Cosmos Glass – 3,199 sales so far

219. Focus on Marketing

It’s easy to put up a store front and fill it with inventory, but where are the sales? My best tip is to create a product that is so well-made or useful that people talk to their friends about it. Create something extraordinary. But after that, your work isn’t done – in fact, you are just beginning! My most effective marketing is word of mouth – whether it comes from my customer’s mouths or mine. So I maintain an online presence on the sites my customers frequent – in my case it’s facebook and diaperswappers.com. I hang out and chat – and it’s easy, because we’re chatting about something I’m passionate about – reusable cloth goods and everything related! If I get talking, my customers will, too! – This tip courtesy of WeeEssentials – 4,274 sales so far

220. Customers is everything

- Always put customers to the first priority.
- Make sure customers understand and satisfied with item they buy from you.
- Build trust between you and your customers.
- Never lie to your customers.
- Make your customers happy, even they don’t buy from you. – This tip courtesy of PrintSparkle – 3,795 sales so far

221. Promote, promote, promote

In order for potential buyers to see your items, you have to get them out there to see and there are various ways to do that. Facebook is a great tool as well as posting often in your blog. Etsy ads are great too because no matter what your budget, there is advertising for everyone. You can also find tons of free places online too! – This tip courtesy of Sara Rubendall Design Studio– 1,977 sales so far

222. Make Your Items Affordable

One thing that makes my store stand out more than competitors, is that my main items are affordable. Yes you handmade your product and put serious time and effort into your work, but make your customers feel as if they got a deal! Your customers will come back and spend more on regular priced matching items and custom orders in the future. Not only do you need to take amazing product pictures, have impeccable customer service, social media interaction, a product that people want, but the pricing of your products is very important too. Do not be a store that is overlooked! Make your store prices stand out among the competitors and it will result in sales. – This tip courtesy of J. Design’s Handmade – 1,906 sales so far

223. Stay Uniform

I think its important, especially for graphic designers, but for others as well to find their own style and stick to it. Find your niche or your groove or a mode of design that fits you, make it yours and stay with it.

Not only does it make your store unique but it also gives you more professionalism to have the same style throughout your store. You want people to be able to point your designs out of a lineup of many others because you’ve held the same standard throughout. Doing this makes your shop special and eventually, people will seek out your items specifically, looking for your special design style.

This not only holds true with your items specifically but with your displays as well. If you can use the same display, the same logo on each of your photos throughout your store, it makes your shop look clean and fresh. This also adds a touch of professionalism to your shop. Stay unifom to your brand name and your design style. – This tip courtesy of JW Illustrations LLC – 8,954 sales so far 

224. Customer Satisfaction is ALWAYS first

Do whatever it takes for your clients to be 100% happy, without them, your shop can not succeed. This tip courtesy of Fresh Lavender Designs…chic. fun. fabulous. branding. – 1,515 sales so far

225. Start with a vision

The vision for your brand or new venture is just as important (if not more important) than the actual items you plan to sell. You want a customer to come to your shop and immediately “get it”. You can change the type of product all day long…so long as it abides to your vision–this is great for longevity. By that I mean if you sell handmade pottery that reflects a victorian style then you will want your shop to have a victorian vision. Your photography, your items, and the whole “feel” of your brand should reflect victorian. That is what makes customers buy and come back. Your customers would be victorian lovers…and so 4 years from then if you take the pottery out and replace it with furniture of the victorian era you are still in business with your same customer base.They are not only buying the product, but they are buying this vision you have. Or for instance if your vision is colorful yet modern decorations…then make sure your customers can see that vision in everything you do (shop, facebook, blog, photos etc). Your vision will set you apart from the rest, so you may have to dig deep and find out what is the most important thing you want customers to remember about your company? When you can answer that question, you have your vision. – This tip courtesy of Adrienne Looman Designs – 2,346 sales so far

226. Customer service matters

Make sure to take the time to write back to any customers that have questions or concerns. Even when a customer writes an overly-irate e-mail, deal with it in the calmest way possible, because all they need is some assurance that a stranger on the internet isn’t just taking their money. Most people become very understanding as soon as you explain circumstances to them, or give them updates. – This tip courtesy of Ivy Bee Decals – 3,073 sales so far

227. Herbal Products to heal one thru nature

Love your Body. Love Your Life. Teas, Bulk Herbs, Tinctures, Syrups and More. – This tip courtesy of Queen of Trees Herbal – 2,306 sales so far

228. Be Persistent

Some would have you believe “if you build it, they will come”. Unfortunately being successful on Etsy is not as simple as just listing and sitting back waiting for the orders to roll in. Growing your Etsy sales takes a lot of work and many hours of dedication outside of creating your product and listing it. There are many facets to bringing in buyers to your Etsy store, but the main one I’d like to point out is, be persistent in being social. Engage your customers in every available channel and grow your “brand” awareness. My favorite marketing channels are using newsletters, blog posts, Etsy forums, Facebook business page, Google+ business page, and posting in other forums related to my craft. The more you put your brand out there and the more connections you make, the more return you should see on your efforts. – This tip courtesy of AvenueBeads – 1,705 sales so far

229. Be active

It’s really important to keep your Etsy shop alive! Be a part of this site – let people see you and notice your shop. Join teams to promote your shop. If you are a begginer you can find great tips in teams. – This tip courtesy of MayaHoney – 12,814 sales so far

230. Never Stop Moving

I feel pretty strongly that allowing my shop to be a constant experiment has really helped my sales. It is never perfect, and there is always SOMETHING to do. If it slows down enough, I work on product development and merchandising, and if it is busy I work on finding ways to streamline my process and save as much time as I can without sacrificing quality. As far as my shop is concerned, I am constantly tweaking photos to find the best way to tell the story I want my products to tell, and when I am working on products I am always trying to see what is NEXT. – This tip courtesy of CausticThreads – 4,457 sales so far

231. Give the customers what they REALLY want

When I started my Etsy store, it was simply a hobby. Little did I know how much it would eventually consume my life. I was lucky enough to have a “big break” and had one of my tutus shown on air on The View in a feature about work at home moms and I thought that alone would be enough merit to make my store stand out. Not too long after, more and more stores filled with the same products that I carried. I needed to find a way to retain my customers. Although my products look very similar to most tutus on the market, it became important for me to use high quality materials, made in the USA instead of cheaper imported goods. I knew in my heart that the old saying was true, ” You get what you pay for.” On top of using the best materials I can buy, I am also a firm believer in fast turn around/shipping times. Although my items are handmade after each order is placed, I strive to have a customer’s package in the mail the following day when possible. Customers appreciate knowing that there is not a long wait to receive their item(s) and in turn, the word of mouth advertising that comes from giving my customers what they want is absolutely priceless and what keeps my store in business. Happy customers are repeat customers and it makes me happy knowing that roughly 80 percent of my customers return to make more purchases time and time again. – This tip courtesy of Trinity’s Tutus – 5,921 sales so far

232. cross promote

i think it’s important to cross promote your etsy store on other social media sites (facebook, twitter, blogs, etc . . . ). for instance, featuring an item on facebook that directly links to your etsy page. you have to spread the word ! – This tip courtesy of rae dunn – 2,931 sales so far

233. Great Service

I believe that the best way to get returning customers is to make them happy. Treat them like you would treat your BFF. Send them notes letting them know that their orders have shipped or if their order will be delayed for any reason. If anything goes wrong be sure take care of them better than you would expect to be treated. – This tip courtesy of Modern June – 3,626 sales so far

234. Great Images – Customize – Relist – & Network

1st – Complete and accurate descriptions are important but great eye-catching photos are paramount to vertual shopping! 2nd – Etsy customers are very creative, so don’t be afraid to customize! 3rd – Activity in your shop is neccesary and of course relevancy is important so be clear in your title descriptions. But remember timing is everything! So don’t be afraid to relist! Twenty cents per listing is a good deal. Be sure to list or relist at peak viewing time like in the evening before bed and on the weekends when folks are surfing the web… And finally 4th – Network – Network – Network! Word of mouth, community support, business cards, teams, blogs, social media ie: Facebook, Twitter, etc… Don’t be shy! Good Luck  –This tip courtesy of Persnickety Home Designs – 3,947 sales so far

235. Make it Easy for your customers to shop

Make sure your buyers have all the information they need in order to shop from you. If they have to send you a convo you for basic info, they may not and move on to another shop. Be sure to include sizes, detailed descriptions and as many photos as necessary to completely show your product. If you are willing to sell internationally, spend a little time and add international shipping to your listings. Even though they may seem high to you, many international customers are aware of the rates and are willing to pay. – This tip courtesy of funky chicken design – 10,261 sales so far

236. Do what you love

First and foremost do what you love. Others will love it too and success will follow. Also, try not to take yourself too seriously or compare your shop to everybody elses. If you’re always feeling like you have to re-invent the wheel, the pressure alone will keep you from doing anything at all. I’ve learned that the best ideas come when you’re not designing, but just living. – This tip courtesy of Revisions – 3,264 sales so far

237. Offer Value for Money Pricing

One of the reasons to my success has been offering value for money pricing. It has been one of the most common feedback I have received from my buyers. They often get mesmerized by the pillow covers when they experience it in person and compare them with large brand designer stores where they have to spend three or more times the price of my products. Considering that a lot of us on Etsy are artists and designers in our respective domains, sometimes we may become greedy to price ourselves higher to get more value for our time. However, one should not forget that we also compete with other brick and online stores selling products in similar category. – This tip courtesy of TheHomeCentric – 8,960 sales so far

238. Give Great Customer Service

Customer service is key to success on Etsy. I always send a thank you email to all buyers and let them know when and how their order will ship. I always try to answer email inquiries promptly and answer all questions customers have about decorating their homes and doing custom orders. I will bend over backward to give a customer what they want. – This tip courtesy of Fabric Junkie – 3,376 sales so far

239. Make it Personal

When people purchase on ETSY, they are buying from individuals, not corporations. Therefore, give a little color of who you are in the package you ship. Think about including a short bio about who you are and what you believe or maybe include handwritten Thank you note — buyers appreciate that personal touch and will come back. – This tip courtesy of Bug Under Glass – 4,313 sales so far

240. great customer service

my best tip is great customer service. Respond to convo’s quickly and politely. I tend to get asked the same questions a lot, even though the answers to those questions are outlined in my product listings and my shop policies but that is OK! Just be polite and answer and be as helpful as possible. my other tip is to include as much information as possible about the product, measurements – in inches and centimetres are crucial! – This tip courtesy of My Bearded Pigeon – 2,726 sales so far

241. Don’t do what other do, be unique

we new from the beginning that if we wanted to have success we needed to create something that was not on the market already! we spend time jungleing in our mind to combine what we love to do (painting, design, running, creating, practicality) with an idea that was not there yet! Once we got it, that was it. We exposed it and sales came naturally… Till today we keep that in mind. In all of our marketing we always do our own thing not what other do. That is our credo, be avant-garde, be yourself, be inventive, be the first … and all will follow: sales and people! – This tip courtesy of running on the wall – 8,549 sales so far

242. continually evaluate your work

Of course, creating a great product forms the foundation for all of the work you will do later as you sell on etsy: marketing, sales and customer service. in addition to beginning your shop with a stellar product that you’ve carefully considered, it’s also vital to constantly evaluate your work to be sure that your designs and ideas are staying fresh and evolving as you continue your creative endeavors. don’t be afraid to ask yourself tough questions as you try to see your work from a buyers perspective. find peers whose work is comparable to your own, and keep in contact with them. ask them for feedback from time to time. make goals for yourself for specific product improvements and hold yourself to these deadlines. this will ensure consistent movements forward with your work. – This tip courtesy of margotbianca – 2,553 sales so far

243. Offering great customer service is key

Many of my sales have come from repeat customers and referrals, so offering great customer service is key, because people are often nervous to purchase from an online store. Also, offering unique items that other shops don’t offer along with quality products is what I have found to be the key to success. It is important to identify who your buyers are and market in that area. – This tip courtesy of Avec Dieu Couture – 1,060 sales so far

244. Great customer service is essential

There is nothing more important for keeping your customers coming back than the good service you provide to them. Being polite, respectful and communicating with your customer is the key to success in any business in my opinion. This means responding with an email or message through Etsy immediately after a customer has made a purchase. Thank them for their order and let them know when you will be mailing it out. Mail out as soon as you can and let them know that you have. If there are any issues brought to you from a customer always deal with them in a timely fashion, with good communication, fairness and respect. I am proud of my perfect feedback on Etsy so far and I believe that this is a direct result of good customer service. – This tip courtesy of kootsac – 2,596 sales so far

245. Do the time

Etsy cannot be a passive, secondary thought.You cannot just list a few things and then sit back to see if they sell. I am always working. If I am not on-line, I am busy making product, or checking out current trends. – This tip  courtesy of The Keepers House – 3,748 sales so far

246. Continually Add New Products

To continue to grow your shop by adding new products as often as possible. It keeps your shop fresh and keeps old customers coming back and can potentially draw in new customers. Its also important to be critical about whats working and whats not. See what is selling- what is most popular in your shop and build on that. Obviously its important to showcase your new products with great product photos- this not only sells the product but those photos can get your item on blogs, magazines and used on networking sites like Pinterest where people are constantly looking for new and inspiring products.
My other tip would be to treat your shop like a business. Be serious and professional and always respond to your customers in a timely fashion. This makes them feel confident in your shop, your products and in buying from you. – This tip courtesy of Branch Handmade – 4,080 sales so far

247. Stay true to who you are and your creative vision

There are so many products online to compete with that i think the best way to stand out from the rest and continue to be excited about your etsy shop is to be true to yourself and make the work that’s important to you. Follow your own creative instinct. Be original. Always keep developing your creative talents and regularly share with your customers the new designs that you’ve created. Love what you do and work hard at it! When you commit to sharing your creative vision and the love for the work you do, it will attract new customers, new business contacts, and all kinds of amazing opportunities. – This tip courtesy of avrilloreti – 2,213 sales so far

248. TAG you’re it

When I first listed my jewelry on Etsy, I only used a few tag words. Etsy gives you 13 tags to help you reach customers. Try to think like your potential buyers and use ALL of these tags. I noticed that I was getting a few messages from brides, so I started to tag more or my formal items as “wedding gifts” or “bridesmaid jewelry”. I immediately saw an increase in visits to my shop! – This tip courtesy of Merelani Designs – 7,586 sales so far

249. GO BIG OR GO HOME

FOR HANDMADE ITEMS…Get as much GOOD product listed as quickly as you can. Generally speaking, the days of fiddling around with 15 items are over. Get to 50, at least. Go for crazy with 500… Obviously, I like life on the edge… 

Have a broad price point so you attract the bargain buyer and the generous gift giver. Make them in different colors to attract all personalities. Stay within your product niche. If you sell jewelry don’t add belts. Larger shops with a more varied price and product line will attract EXPONENTIALLY more views and therefore more sales. –This tip courtesy of PillowThrowDecor – 1,847 sales so far