No matter what you sell, our annual holiday trend report has you covered! Find out how to tap this season’s trends to reach more shoppers with these key insights based on industry forecasting and Etsy search data. Resources mentioned in this Audio Article: Etsy Insights Forums post with info on search traffic timing for holiday occasions: etsy.me/3x8WTMD 2022 Fall Marketplace Insights trend report: etsy.me/3KXrnqG 2022 Holiday Marketplace Insights trend report: etsy.me/3RNmlzg The Ultimate Guide to Holiday: etsy.me/3RqyvhA ..read more

From magical forest themes to posh pearlcore looks, find out what trends are rising to the top for the busy shopping season. We’ll be doing things a little differently from our usual trend episodes this time around: Etsy Trend Expert Dayna Isom Johnson and Community Education Manager Isabella Diaz will chat about key holiday trends, then share their thoughts on which categories and items are most relevant for each one. Then in our trend critiques segment, they’ll give shop owners tips on how to incorporate the holiday trends into their work. For more on 2022 holiday trends, check out our Marke ..read more

This week, we tapped some experienced sellers to get their advice on how to prep for the busy shopping season ahead. Etsy U instructors are seasoned shop owners who work with the community to help other sellers find success on the platform. These sellers have learned a lot over the years, so tune in to get insightful suggestions and time-saving ideas to help you have your best holiday season yet. To learn more about Etsy Up, go to the event page: etsy.me/3CuAJrO To learn about other upcoming events, check out our events space: etsy.me/3QIlZJq To learn more about the Etsy U program, head to et ..read more

Picture this: A buyer clicks on your listing, then proceeds to favorite it or, even better, buy it. The dream scenario, right? This is what it means for a listing to convert. This week, learn how to help motivate shoppers to click on your listings and give them the info they need to make a purchase decision. Check out the Etsy Success product photography video: etsy.me/3A55YbD Read 4 Ways to Conquer Pricing Pitfalls: etsy.me/3QPcs4i Read our Ultimate Guide to Photography: etsy.me/2usmcYt Read 5 Tips for Writing Listing Descriptions: etsy.me/3yr4nLO Listen to last week’s episode, Etsy Search Ti ..read more

In today’s episode we share what’s on the rise for spring and summer, but this time we’re doing something a little different: trend critiques! Etsy Trend Expert Dayna Isom Johnson and Community Education Manager Isabella Diaz offer ideas for exploring trends, tailored specifically to individual sellers’ shops. They highlight what the seller is already doing well, and discuss potential options for incorporating this year’s trends into their business. Shops critiqued in this episode: zeynNY: zeynNY.etsy.com PaintingTheSkyKingdm: PaintingTheSkyKingdm.etsy.com therootfolks: therootfolks.etsy.com ..read more

It’s time for round two! You shared so many great reasons for celebration that we couldn’t keep them to ourselves. In this installment, hear about miraculous medical recoveries, heartwarming custom orders, perseverance after hardship, impressive leaps of faith, and more. Note: Descriptions of environmental attributes of any items are based solely on Seller’s shop and listing information. Items sold by Sellers, such as masks, aren't medical-grade. When selecting a mask, consult official guidance to make the right choice for you. More info: etsy.me/3Fm6eTj ..read more

Hear highlights from the year, as told by sellers! You sent us stories about the amazing things you accomplished in 2021, and we put them together in this special Shop Talk episode. Submit your own 2021 win by calling 917-947-9704 and leaving a message for us, or record a voice memo on your phone and email it to podcast@etsy.com. Remember to keep your message under 60 seconds, and include your name and shop name at the start, like this: “I’m Tess of Sassafras Zines, and a recent win I celebrated was...” For more on how to submit your story, check out this Forums post: etsy.me/2021winsforums No ..read more

Our shipping experts have learned a lot over the past year, so this week we’re chatting with one of them to get the latest. This week, Etsy Vice President of Global Fulfillment Jake Hipps shares insights and advice on how to make the process as smooth as possible for you and your customers. Learn how to prepare for an influx of holiday orders, adjust processing and transit times for the busy season, and calculate your own holiday shipping deadlines. Plus we answer your questions about carrier delays, customer reviews, and Star Seller badging. Check out the articles mentioned in this episode ..read more

This time of year can bring more buyers to your shop than ever. Learn how to make a lasting impression on new customers to keep them coming back after the holidays are over. What did you think of this audio article? Help us improve our future audio content by taking this short survey ..read more

You’ve got the goods that holiday shoppers want. The question is: Do they know it? Follow these tips to put that seasonal sparkle on your shop and make it easy for people to see why they should buy from you. What did you think of this audio article? Help us improve our future audio content by taking this short survey ..read more