January 21, 2008
Virtual Labs Schedule
The Virtual Labs are Etsy's interactive online classroom. We have some cool new programming headed your way! A Baby Shower for new moms and a Q & A period with the latest seller featured in the Quit Your Day Job series. And as always, Newbie Chats, Show and Tell, On The Fly Critiques and more!
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Quit Your Day Job: realisationcreations
Natalia of realisationcreations has successfully been running her online jewelry business since quitting her previous full-time job of running and managing a car detailing business in Australia. While she admits the money currently coming in doesn't allow her to spend as frivolously as in the past, she couldn't be happier. Keep reading to find out how this night owl manages to turn her hobby into a full time business . . .
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Shop Makeover Series: Gallery Go-getter
During our focus on art this week, we welcome three professional development specialists who will be discussing the role of the gallery as a venue for artists. First up we have Don Friedlich, who will be hosting the Professional Development Seminar (PDS) at the SNAG conference this year. Etsy is sponsoring the event and support its mission to help artists and crafters make a living from what they make. . .
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Shop Makeover Series: Photogenic Collaborations
"I can't sell my dresses online." This was the answer I would give over and over again when asked if I had a website. My dresses sold like crazy at local boutiques and craft fairs, but when I thought about selling them on the web, my mind drew a blank. How would it work if my customers couldn't try them on or feel the fabric? No, I thought, I'd love to, but it just won't work. Then I found Etsy. Everything changed, but not all at once. . . "
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Shop Makeover Series: Broaden Your Target Audience with Tiered Product Lines
Hey there shop owners! A popular strategy for maximizing traffic and sales in your shop includes broadening your target audience. Think about your niche — if your items have a distinctive brand or style, you can extend what you make in order to start inviting new types of purchases. Consider the items you. . .
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Shop Makeover Series: Feature Friendly Photos
Want a few tips on getting your items featured? (...Not only by other Etsy community members curating their Treasuries, or Etsy Admin, but also all those bloggers featuring Etsy items?) Here are a few tips from the Shop Makeover Series to help make your photos and listings more appealing to curators. . .
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