Handmade & Beyond Podcast

Etsy has become a hub of creativity and entrepreneurial spirit. With millions of sellers and buyers worldwide, it's a platform that continuously evolves with emerging trends and niche markets. As we look ahead, I want to dive into some of the potential trending niches on Etsy in the near future. These exciting areas offer opportunities for sellers to capitalize on these niches and expand their Ets...

This episode of seller news is a doozy.  It's full of highs and lows lol.  I talk about the recent fee increase scheduled soon and who it impacts.  I also go over Etsy's recent Q1 financial report and what's in it that's important for you to know as an Etsy seller.  Spoiler alert there are positives and negatives of course.  Lastly, I talk about the design awards coming soon and how to enter so yo...

Embarking on the entrepreneurial adventure of owning your own business and Etsy shop is an exhilarating experience, but it's also one fraught with inevitable blunders. The journey is a rollercoaster of learning and growth, but you can steer clear of some common pitfalls to make the ride a little smoother. Today, I'm excited to share with you the top 5 colossal mistakes that can sabotage your Etsy...

Hold on tight, because we're diving headfirst into that dreaded slow sales season!  Yes, it happens every year like clockwork, and it's no surprise when you consider all the vacations, camping trips, and beach outings.  Etsy sellers often feel the pinch during these warm-weather months. But fear not, because I am here to help! I've got powerful solutions to help you weather the storm and even thri...

Welcome to another episode of Seller News!  Here are the deets of what this episode is all about: Etsy is investing over $50 million in 2023 to ensure that the platform remains safe and special for its community as it grows. Key areas of focus include clearer policies, removing counterfeit items and listings, easier appeals, transparent communication with sellers, and reducing fraud. These efforts...

Are you advertising on Etsy or thinking about it?    Do you want to know how much to spend on Etsy ads?    This is a common question I get and one that I am going to tackle in today's podcast.  I also want to give you some awesome tips and best practices to follow so that you can get the most out of your ads!   Also, make sure you get my free Etsy ads cheat sheet.  It'll give you a lot of what I'm...

In this critical seller news episode, I bring you up to speed on important updates that impact your business. I'll dive into the USPS rate changes on the horizon, ensuring you're prepared for any adjustments in your shipping costs. Don't shoot the messenger, but it's crucial to stay informed. I also shed light on Etsy's decision to sunset the Sell on Etsy App. Learn what this means for your sellin...

Many shops do not niche down enough and try to target everyone or a larger audience. If you try to target everyone you target no one. You need to niche down to target a more highly engaged audience so they're more apt to buy, but also to show the algorithm that you are the shop to send people to for that niche. Today I want to give you some steps to help you niche down more effectively. 🔥Learn wh...

These are my absolute favorite tools that I use for my Etsy business right now! I will give you an overview of each, how I use them, and the links to try them out.  I know you'll love these! Quickbooks:  https://quickbooks.grsm.io/handmadeandbeyond   Ava AI Tool:  https://hiava.ai?fpr=ll71   Alura Etsy Search Tool:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   Canva Editing Tool:  https://partner.canva.com/...

What's the best way to wow customers and get repeat buyers?    Many Etsy sellers focus on the front-end work of setting up an amazing listing and doing whatever they can to attract traffic and get customers.    What they miss out on is the stuff that happens after the sale.   Today I am going to give you a 3 part product packaging strategy that will wow customers, help you get repeat buyers, and r...

In today's seller news episode, I dive into Etsy's recent threatening letter that was emailed to many sellers and their new 30 million dollar investment fund set up to help the community.   Lastly, I talk about the live selling craze, if it's something we can expect soon from Etsy, and some pros and cons surrounding this feature.     🔥Learn what to do to reach 100 sales with some motivation mixed...

This seller news episode is about a shocking story of what some rogue eBay employees did to their foes. Let's just say things escalated quickly! Sending cockroaches was only a small part of their cyberstalking crimes... this is nuts! Learn what to do to reach 100 sales with some motivation mixed in!  Free Download:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/100sales

Starting an Etsy business is something that anyone can do. However, not everyone knows how to do it correctly. It's not because they lack the ability to do it, but rather they lack the knowledge of what they need to know. This is where I come in. Today's episode is going to give you everything you need to start your Etsy business and increase your chances of success. There are lots of gold nuggets...

The cat is out of the bag…. Etsy has announced what it's up to in 2023. And it seems as though they have a lot of plans.   Earlier this week Etsy released an announcement talking about what they're doing to help sellers in 2023. Today I want to give you a run-down of the most important highlights in this episode of seller news.

Today's episode is all about spring cleaning.... your Etsy shop! I certainly don't want to help you clean your house lol. Is it time to give your Etsy shop a much-needed makeover? When was the last time you updated or even glanced at your shop sections? It's been a while, hasn't it? Don't worry, your secret is safe with me! But why should you consider refreshing your shop? Firstly, it can boost yo...

It's an all-new freaky Friday episode where I bring you my weird, creepy, odd, and funny finds on Etsy. You will not believe what I found this time! This listing had me beside myself.   Use the program I used in this video to see sales, revenue, stats, and much more for your competition! Get your free trial here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY Here are links to all of today's weird finds: https...

Money is tight, and running an Etsy business does require coinage as they said back in the 80s.    With that being said there are things you can do to run your business lean so you can squeeze out as much profit as possible. Here are the top tips I cover in this week's podcast: Keep inventory low.  Handmade sellers should have little or no inventory until they know what sells. Vintage sellers need...

Making money online, specifically on Etsy may seem easy or at least that's how it's often presented.    Just like how it may be presented as easy to own a mansion, Ferrari, or spend every day on the beach collecting passive income… I've been around the Etsy game for a long time.  I've been selling since 2014 to be exact.    I've been around the commerce game even longer, since 2000… So I've learne...

In today's episode of seller news, I want to talk about the newly released American Customer Satisfaction Index.  This report is a barometer for how satisfied customers are with retailers, specifically in 2022.    This is good information for sellers since happy customers usually equate to return customers.    How do Etsy and its competitors compare? Etsy has also released the Q4 and final year fi...

Are you looking for an easy way to get a revenue boost with your current Etsy shop?    Great!    I can't imagine you not wanting this… lol. What is the magical revenue boost strategy you speak of? It's cross-listing.   You can use the inventory  that you already have and spread it out to different sales channels.    This gives you the potential to reach more buyers and make more sales.    Today I...

https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/blog/podcast150If you have or want to start an Etsy vintage shop, this episode is for you!  I want to give you 5 vintage niches that are killing it on Etsy!  These niches are very popular and can bring in some big money.  The only catch is you have to find this stuff in the wild to resell.  Let's dive in and see what these niches are!

You won't believe what this Etsy seller tells this Etsy buyer in this episode of seller news!  I also talk about recent changes in laws that impact eBay sellers which could eventually carry over to Etsy.  All that and more in this can't miss episode of Seller News!  

What the heck do you do with your Etsy shop when you're going to be away for vacation or for any reason?  This is a common worry for many Etsy sellers.  Well, stop fretting because I have a full proof plan for you today.  This is everything you need to know and do before going on vacation.  

The allure of Etsy ads is hard to avoid. Etsy ads are a really great way to lose money and get turned upside down in your business, often before you ever get started.    Today I want to give you 5 tips to help you find success with etsy ads and not lose a bunch of money   Don't forget to download the free Etsy Ads Cheatsheet! This is an awesome checklist to help you get started with successful ets...

Oh, snap it's another Seller News Episode! This episode is full of recent changes going on with Etsy and other platforms you may use such as eBay. And I also talk about some craziness that happened with Amazon. Don't miss it!   Here's an overview of what's covered: Why usps launched QR-like barcodes https://www.ecommercebytes.com/2023/01/30/why-the-usps-launched-qr-codes-on-shipping-labels/ Etsy d...