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Holiday Boot Camp: The Perfect Products

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Holiday Boot Camp Event Page


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September 30, 2010
Did you miss the first Holiday Boot Camp newsletter? You still have time to catch up — view it here!
 
This week's Boot Camp is all about offering the right product this holiday season. Take a step back and follow my directions below to set up your shop for success. 
 

I challenge you to ponder your buyer, this season's trends and/or holiday must-haves. Use this information to brainstorm ideas for a new product (or line of products). Or think about what you already create that you can add more of. This new Etsy blog post will help get you there. 

  



Make a List, Check It Twice
Make a list of your top items. If you're new to Etsy, include the items in your shop that have the most views and hearts. No items in your shop yet? Make a list of the items your friends and family react to the most. What do these items have in common? Is it the color, price point, style of photography? 

Advanced task: Head over to your Web Analytics reports. What items in your shop have the most page views and lowest bounce rates



Make a Connection
Reach out to another Holiday Boot Camper. Send a convo to a seller whose shop catches your eye and ask them to be your Boot Camp partner. Each week, check in to see how you are doing and how you might push each other along. I have a feeling some of you might put this off, so I encourage you to do it right this second!

Find your boot camp buddy in:
 ...on Twitter by searching #EtsyHolidayBootCamp
 ...in the comments of the Boot Camp Mascot Treasury
 ...your Etsy Team
 
Best, 

Read this week's Boot Camp article

Make a list of your most popular items

Brainstorm new work you'll offer this season

Find your Boot Camp buddy

Post in the Boot Camp forum thread

 
Click here to print this week's checklist 




Boot Camp Quotes

"I have voted for Lou the brown monster because I am hoping that we all have so many sales that we will feel how Lou looks!"
- Cathleen DeVries Sorensen on the Facebook Boot Camp Event Page
 
"To spread endless joy and good will throughout the land with my artsy crafty creations and receive just compensation for said efforts. Oh, and peace and harmony too!" - SusanFaye's mission statement


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Etsy Finds
Today's Finder

Mike

 

September 30, 2010

Since y'all seem to like it when we leave the themes out of our Etsy Finds, I'm bringing you another random assortment of lovely items from all around the site. I've found items using all the shopping features available on Etsy, including Favorites, Geolocator, Connections, Shop Local, and our member-curated Treasury lists.


Retro Geometric Pillow Cover 16 x 16

By bstudio, $18.

The Hooded Scarf in Charcoal

By louisedungate, $100.


Couture Silk and Pearl Bag

By bellejoujou, $115.

Vintage Skeleton Key Cuff Bracelet

By Houseofintrospection, $55.


Vintage Antique Stove 

By Irishcolleen01, $400.

MANILA brown chocolate tote bag

By lunica, $39.


Fizzy Bling - Handcrafted soda tab

By CannedJewels, $5.

Jetson mobile bubble car

By RustySpoke, $1500.


Cognac Bracelet

By stonecraft, $195.

Starfleet Rhinestone Cocktail Ring

By cmyk, $15.


Late 1800sMonk Beads France

By ParisCoutureAntiques, $280.

Panasonic 8 Track Player w/Tapes

By PittsburghClockshop, $99.99.


Elastic Cage skirt and Underskirt

By LeilanniLand, $165.

Wooden Skull Bead Medley

By BlackStarBeads, $3.


Ocean Cuff

By beadworkbeauty, $125.

Wedding Brooch Bouquet

By LionsgateDesigns, $525.


Vintage Glass Bracelet

By dreamyvintage, $28.

Argon Concrete and Ruby Monolith

By DrCraze, $35.


Je t'aime 12x12 Canvas Paris, France

By rebeccaplotnick, $75.

Personalized Name Cake Toppers

By EgoVertoPaper, $7.50.


Ipod case or camera zipper pouch

By Tokyoinspired, $15.

kimono sleeve low V silk crepe gown

By lovejune, $695.


Very Very Berry (large)

By AllJarredUp, $13.

Poppyseed Oatmeal Verbena Scrub bar

By Rasoapmaker, $5.00.


Vintage Slipdress

By ktjean, $250.

CIGAR Sexy WAISTCOAT twin set

By MonicaMBoutique, $59.


hand-stamp number/symbol set of 12

By Primele, $95.

Grey Raw Edges Dress

By HomemadeBags, $55.


Hangman

By Below14th, $50.

Starry Night Ring

By hperl, $112.


PRINTABLE CUSTOM HOLIDAY GIFT TAGS

By annaandblue, $12.

PopUp Photo Ball - Handmade

By PaperCraftLady, $10.


Ornamental Grille Pendant

By AnvilJewelry, $69.

Aprons - white spots and trim

By lilliputloft, $41.


Spinning Airplane Aviation Earrings

By designsbytaylor2u, $19.95.

3.41 Inch Amethyst Agate Druzy

By GlimmeringGems, $249.


Fairytale Princess Silk Wedding Gown

By battyazac, $699.

Drawer Necklace and Bracelet Display

By bluebirdheaven, $108.


Dark Chocolate Brown Sweater Vest

By zwzzy, $20.

Red Velvet Garden

By DaintyButton, $65.


Laughter Skirt Dress in Red

By Salts, $58.

Cupcake Wrapper - Monster Fest

By SpaceshipsLaserBeams, $3.75.

 

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