Etsy charges sellers several fees, and you may notice that Etsy has charged sales tax on your behalf for some sales. This article outlines when Etsy automatically collects taxes from your buyers and answers some common questions about taxes and Etsy. Why does Etsy charge sales tax? Etsy will automatically calculate, charge, and…
How much Etsy takes per sale can cause sticker shock for many sellers once they see what they’re left with (if you’re not familiar with all the fees, you’ll find an easy-to-understand fee breakdown here). This article will explain how to lower the fees you must pay. It’s important to understand; you cannot…
It’s quick and easy to set up an Etsy shop, but is it cheap? At first glance, Etsy fees seem relatively low, but they can add up, especially for sellers outside of the US. This article will break down all the Etsy fees you should be aware of before setting up your shop. It…
Depending on how many websites you’ve visited before landing on this page, you may be tired of reading lists of names that aren’t even vaguely related to crafting (no matter how you spin it), overuse the word “craft”, or are so basic, you know they’re taken before checking registries. I hope this list is more…
This post may contain affiliate links, which means I’ll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. Please read the full disclosure here. When you run a small business, it’s easy for a to-do list to become overwhelming. Day to day, there are so many tasks to take…
Whether you have an Etsy shop, website, or just need a bio for promotional purposes, there’s a right way and a wrong way to write an About section. Just like the mistakes I commonly see in Etsy Announcement sections, there are many sellers making similar mistakes in their About sections. This article shares…
Yes, many Etsy sellers offer free shipping. A green “FREE delivery” icon indicates items that ship for free. You’ll see this icon next to or below the product’s price in the search results. If you’re on the listing page for an item, it will state “Free” under “cost to deliver”, which is under the “Delivery…
To sell handmade products online, you’ll need a platform that allows you to post pictures of and details about your products, as well as a way to accept money digitally. Before jumping into it, you also want to ensure your handmade products are appropriate to sell online. Some items sell better online than others. …
These craft fair display tips are based on some of the most common mistakes vendors make. No matter how much time you have before your next craft show, there are small changes you can make that will have a big impact. If you’re getting ready for your first event, don’t stress yourself trying…
Sadly, the majority of small businesses fail. After 5 years, about half of small businesses have survived, and only a third are left standing after 10 years (source). (I’m sure many don’t necessarily “fail” but no longer fit the needs/interests of the owner). >> You can check out my personal story of “failure”…