Things to remember when listing an Etsy item. 
Tip Sheet Credibility: 10
Report Tip Sheet
Tip Sheet
| Like me, if you don't know what Etsy is, here's their Google outline "Etsy :Your place to buy and sell all things handmade Buy and sell handmade or vintage items, art and supplies on Etsy, the world's most vibrant handmade marketplace" Tip Credibility: 27 (Best Tip!) |
| Tell the story about your piece - what it means to you, why you created it......buyers want to know your story. Tip Credibility: 8 |
| Clear, precise descriptions of EACH item, give all measurements e.g if an item to be worn, and good quality clear photos of the item only, from different angles.Buyer can't touch, so needs to see.After each set of new listings, promote like crazy. Tip Credibility: 5 |
| Try not to be TOO wordy. Lovely descriptives are nice, but get to the meat of it. I have noticed many don't read policies or shop announcements, so put important details in listing. Tip Credibility: 5 |
| If it's a custom made item, not the one in the picture, be clear about that, customers may get their heart set on that pic and be disappointed. Tip Credibility: 5 |
| Keep your item titles simple, straightforward. This will look more professional. It is important to keep your titles consistent throughout your item listings. Tip Credibility: 4 |
| Use your Etsy Shop name as one of your 14 tags.. This will help buyers find you if they search for your shop name. Tip Credibility: 4 |
| Search Google's or Yahoo's keywords tools for the most popular searched words relevant to your item. Tip Credibility: 4 |
| When listing an item on Etsy be sure to use all 5 pictures. Show your item from all angles possible and at the same time try keep the shots artistic. Tip Credibility: 4 |
| When you start, read as much as possible from Etsy Guides. They are very good. Tip Credibility: 4 |
| Think what the customer will need to know and anticipate as much information as possible. Be clear and concise. Tip Credibility: 4 |
| Follow the Forums, and contribute where possible. Start posting, and ask questions where you need to. You will make mistakes; learn by them. Tip Credibility: 4 |
| Be honest in your description and information. Customers are usually very discerning, and online, need to trust you. Tip Credibility: 4 |
| When you are tagging your items, use the most important words in the tags, even if they are in your title. Remember, the first tag determines the category your item. Tip Credibility: 3 |
| When writing the description for an item, break it into paragraphs. Your shoppers will be scanning for key points, like size, how it was made, shipping, and others. Tip Credibility: 3 |
What do you know about that?
|
Important Disclaimer: Answers and comments provided on TipDrop.com are general information, and are not intended to substitute for informed professional medical, psychiatric, psychological, tax, legal, investment, accounting, or other professional advice. TipDrop.com does not endorse, and expressly disclaims liability for any product, manufacturer, distributor, service or service provider mentioned or any opinion expressed in answers or comments.