Each year I create a list of craft trends handmade business owners can make and sell. Since a handmade jewelry business is such a great business to start, and jewelry is such a popular category, I also compile a list of jewelry trends. Check out 2022’s jewelry trends that can be applied to a…
There isn’t an approval process sellers must go through before they can open a shop on Etsy. Anyone can join. Etsy may shut down a shop if they receive complaints, but there are many shops that fly under the radar long enough to make several sales. Because it’s so quick and easy…
There are millions of sellers on Etsy, and the majority of them are running legitimate businesses. However, there are times buyers don’t receive the items they’ve purchased, or they receive something different than they were expecting. If this has happened to you and you’re unable to resolve the issue with the seller, you can open…
Yes, Etsy is safe to buy from because of its secure payment system, the protection Etsy offers buyers, and its review system. Etsy has been around since 2005 and has processed billions of dollars in transactions. There are millions of sellers on Etsy, most of whom are trustworthy. If you buy an item…
Etsy is one of the most popular platforms for buying and selling handmade. Its low prices and simple registration form make it easy to sign up. But is it easy to sell on Etsy? Is Etsy Easy to Sell On? Etsy is easy to set up a shop and list your products; it’s not…
There are so many platforms to sell handmade products online. But which is the best place? Just like anything in life, the answer is subjective. It depends on where you live, what types of products you sell, your skill level online, and several other factors. Where is the best place to sell handmade products…
Each year, I put together a list of trending crafts people can make and sell. This year, I wanted to create a list of the most searched products on the Internet. This list is based on stats I’ve researched, rather than the opinions of industry experts. I’ve started with the category of accessories and…
Many small business owners and hobbyists selling on platforms like Etsy, eBay, and Amazon, or collecting payments with PayPal, Venmo, Etsy Payments, etc. are confused about the new tax law that went into effect January 1, 2022. Let’s take a look at some of the common questions regarding the new law and what you…
Etsy is a popular platform for selling handmade products, but the costs can add up. Etsy takes a percentage of each sale you make through their platform, and charges some fees regardless of whether you make a sale or not. Once you understand the fees Etsy charges (find an easy-to-follow guideline here), it’s important…
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…