Holiday Boot Camp: The Perfect Products

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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.    Product Brainstorming 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:  ...this week's Holiday Boot Camp forum thread  ...on Twitter by searching #EtsyHolidayBootCamp  ...on the Facebook Boot Camp Event Page  ...in the comments of the Boot Camp Mascot Treasury  ...your Etsy Team   Best,  Daniellexo	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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Today's Finder

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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