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How can I sell things online? I have thought about Etsy, and websites etc, and don't really understand any of it! I have been thinking about it for some time as I have sold a few pieces locally, and gained some interest online.I realise it won't be a fulltime thing, and that sales will be sporadic, but financially I am struggling (I have a poorly paid part time job, and can barely cover my rent lately)
Any advice on a buisness venture would be apriciated !
Any advice on a buisness venture would be apriciated !
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Re: I know this sounds naive............
Wed, September 9, 2009 - 2:39 PMI really do recommend ETSY. They have tutorials on how to post things for sale, as well.
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Re: I know this sounds naive............
Wed, September 9, 2009 - 6:32 PMHonestly, etsy is a lot of time and effort, and likely won't be paying your bills anytime soon. Most of the people who are successful there are great at online marketing, and fairly internet savvy.
If you've had luck selling locally, why not find some local stores to sell your stuff? Here's a link to help you get started.
rosylittlethings.typepad.com/pos...html
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Re: I know this sounds naive............
Wed, September 9, 2009 - 7:31 PMMandy, I've talked to several people about how they sell their things and have been told that Ebay and other auction sites are their prefered method. Ebay seems the most popular, but I've been told that Amazon is another that seems okay. Either way, it's all about how you put your post and who may be looking for it. You can list things on Ebay with a buy it now price or even just set a minimum price. I would try something like this before going the Etsy route. -
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Re: I know this sounds naive............
Wed, September 9, 2009 - 7:45 PMeBay does have a bit of a problem though -- most people go on there for bargains. If you have a unique item that you sell at a price mostly because it takes alot of time to make, than you lose out. Sadly people cant seem to give a rip about an item and the man hours it took to make it. They would not care for the difference between something made in china for cheap and something that is made with desire to break the mold and with lots of care.
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Re: I know this sounds naive............
Wed, September 9, 2009 - 9:10 PMI think that is a valid point, but not exclusive to eBay. I think it really just takes patience to find the buyer that knows what they are looking at. My husband and I both look on eBay for bargains, but also for the more one of a kind things that we expect to pay more for. I don't know if there is a perfect site for crafters/artists.
Craigslist might be another place to try. Around my area there are quite a few crafters selling on it. Again, a bargain site, but it's not only bargains. And the listing is free, as far as I know (I've never heard on anyone having to pay to list). The great thing about online classified sites like that is that you can post pictures so people can see what you are selling - as opposed to paying for a newpaper ad.
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