Etsy 101: Launch Your Handmade Shop

Etsy® is a great way for crafters to sell goods online without having to navigate the complexities of building their own e-commerce site. Learn the absolute best way to set up your own successful shop in Etsy 101: Launch your Handmade Shop with Marlo Miyashiro.

Marlo has been making and selling her goods for more than 20 years. She has a deep knowledge of the Etsy platform and in this class she’ll coach you through every aspect of getting started. You’ll learn how to navigate the Etsy interface and get a complete guide to setting up your shop. Marlo will offer insights on important Etsy policies and protocol so you don’t unwittingly violate Etsy’s rules and she’ll tell you everything you need to know so your store thrives. 

You’ll learn how to:

• Set up payments and shop policies
• Begin branding your store
• Create enticing listings
• Make your first (and future) sales

Marlo will offer tips on taking great photos for your Etsy® listings and guide you on best practices for descriptions and pricing. She’ll dispel common myths and reveal helpful truths about what it really takes to sell on Etsy.

Etsy.com is the world’s most popular e-commerce site for all things handmade, vintage, and craft supplies – find out how you can establish your own successful shop in Etsy 101: Launch your Handmade Shop.

• Introduction to Etsy
• Questions to Answer Before Opening an Etsy Shop
• Myths and Truths About Selling on Etsy
• Etsy Seller Guidelines
• Paying and Getting Paid
• Get Ready to Set Up Shop
• Set Up Your Etsy Profile
• Etsy Shop Info and Appearance
• Write Your Etsy Shop Announcement
• Shipping Q&A
• Set Up Your Etsy Listings Manager
• Navigate Your Etsy Dashboard
• Create Your First Listing
• How to Manage Your First Sale in Your Etsy Shop