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Is selling throw pillow covers on Etsy too saturated for a new shop?
I’m considering opening an Etsy shop selling throw pillow covers and I’m unsure if the niche is too competitive. Is there still room for consistent sales?
Anonymousin 1 hour1 answer
How are Etsy sales and views trending in January 2026, and how can I boost traffic?
I run an Etsy shop and want to know how January 2026 Etsy sales and views are trending, and what practical steps help boost traffic in a slowdown.
Anonymousin 3 hours1 answer
Should I accept a last-minute large Etsy wholesale/event order that disrupts current orders?
I run an Etsy shop and got a last-minute large wholesale/event order. I need help deciding whether to take it and how to set boundaries on timeline and pricing.
Anonymousin 4 hours1 answer
Why can’t I select UPS in an Etsy shipping profile but can buy UPS labels?
I’m setting up Etsy shipping profiles but UPS isn’t available as a carrier, even though I can buy UPS labels. How can buyers choose UPS at checkout?
Anonymousin 4 hours1 answer
Are Etsy Ads worth it for a brand-new handmade shop selling potholders?
I just opened a new Etsy shop selling handmade potholders and oven mitts, and I’m wondering if Etsy Ads are worth it before I have any sales history.
Anonymousin 4 hours1 answer
How long does it take to get consistent orders on Etsy for a new home decor shop?
I’m starting a new Etsy home decor shop and want realistic expectations for how long it takes to get consistent orders and what factors affect it.
Anonymousin 4 hours1 answer
How can I tell which traffic source an Etsy order came from?
I’m new to selling on Etsy and want to see which traffic source a specific order came from and the best way to track which marketing channel drives sales.
Anonymousin 5 hours1 answer
How do I use print-on-demand for phone cases while shipping other Etsy items myself?
I run an Etsy shop and ship most items myself, but want to add POD phone cases. How should I handle Etsy listings, processing times, shipping profiles, and expectations?
Anonymousin 5 hours1 answer
Do Etsy listing fees apply per product or per shop for digital downloads?
I’m opening an Etsy shop for digital downloads and want to understand whether Etsy listing fees are per listing or per shop, and when they’re charged.
Anonymousin 5 hours1 answer
Why did my new Etsy shop views drop after early sales, and how do I fix it?
My new Etsy shop got early sales, then views and visits dropped. Is this normal for new shops, or do I need to fix Etsy SEO, listings, or shipping settings?
Anonymousin 6 hours1 answer
Can I put only certain Etsy listings on vacation mode without pausing my whole shop?
I run an Etsy shop and need to pause or hide a few listings while waiting on supplies. Can I do that without putting my whole shop on vacation mode?
Anonymousin 7 hours1 answer
Do customizable listings sell well on Etsy, and how can I improve them?
I sell handmade items on Etsy and my customizable/personalized listings aren’t converting. What makes customization sell—photos, options, pricing, or processing time?
Anonymousin 7 hours1 answer
Should I publicly respond to a 4-star Etsy review that mentions price and turnaround time?
I sell made-to-order items on Etsy and got a 4-star review about price and turnaround time. Should I reply publicly, and how can I address it professionally?
Anonymousin 8 hours1 answer
What Etsy stats should I track to measure shop growth over time?
I run an Etsy shop and want to measure real growth. Which Etsy stats matter most over time, and how do I interpret slow periods vs needed updates?
Anonymousin 8 hours1 answer
Is a 1.4% Etsy conversion rate good for a new shop with only a few listings?
I started my Etsy shop in early September and have about nine listings. My conversion rate is 1.4%—is that normal for a new shop, and how can I improve it?
Anonymousin 9 hours1 answer
Why aren’t my Etsy listings ranking after keyword research for 3D printed products?
I sell 3D printed items on Etsy and updated my titles, tags, and descriptions based on keyword research, but my listings still rank low in Etsy search.
Anonymousin 11 hours1 answer
What should I do if Royal Mail International Standard no longer allows Etsy goods?
I ship low-cost Etsy items (stickers, cards) to the US with Royal Mail International Standard and need to know what service and Etsy shipping profiles to use now.
Anonymousin 11 hours1 answer
How do I charge extra for an optional personalization variation on Etsy?
I sell items with optional personalization and need Etsy to show a base price while charging extra only if the buyer selects the custom text add-on.
Anonymousin 13 hours1 answer
How do I sell digital art on Etsy beyond Twitch emotes as a new shop?
I’m a new Etsy seller with digital art downloads and Twitch emotes, and I want ideas for other products that sell plus tips to improve listings and get steady sales.
Anonymousin 19 hours1 answer
Should I list a new Etsy product idea if only AI-generated listings exist?
I’m researching a new Etsy product idea, but most similar listings look AI-generated. How do I evaluate demand and decide if it’s worth launching?
Anonymousin 20 hours1 answer