what makes a difference with Etsy?
02-18-2013, 07:25 AM
#21
Super Member
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Ohio
Posts: 2,148
I think that quilts are hard to sell anywhere. Few people are willing to pay the price for all the materials and hours that are put into a quilt. Also quilt colors and pattern are very personal and customer are only willing to pay $$$ for quilts that they like.I have sold 2 wall hangings on Etsy for $50 but had 5-6 other one that did not sell. Also I make ruffled bloomers diaper cover sets and have been selling them on my daughters shop. She too has sold crochet hats for photo props and has had over $7000 is sales this last year. Trick is to find a "nitch". ,
02-18-2013, 08:30 AM
#22
Super Member
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Barnesville GA
Posts: 3,181
Dama,
Cut it up into squares and sell the squares!! Theres one lady there that has nothing BUT chenille squares she sells and she charges 25-35 for each PIECE, which measure around 24in sq. . I should have done that with the 1/2 doz chenille spreads I had to sell, but I just couldnt make my hands take scissors to them, so I sold them whole for between 55 and 85 each. Most of what I am selling are things I accumulated during my marriage years and I am ready to "lighten" my load, as my daughter would curse me to hell and back if I die and leave her all this stuff to dispose of! The only thing she accumulates are books and NOT my 400 or so quilting book library either!
My mom died a couple of years ago and she just had one room to clear out...it took days~so I decided then it was time to pass my treasures onto someone who would love them as much as I do!
Cut it up into squares and sell the squares!! Theres one lady there that has nothing BUT chenille squares she sells and she charges 25-35 for each PIECE, which measure around 24in sq. . I should have done that with the 1/2 doz chenille spreads I had to sell, but I just couldnt make my hands take scissors to them, so I sold them whole for between 55 and 85 each. Most of what I am selling are things I accumulated during my marriage years and I am ready to "lighten" my load, as my daughter would curse me to hell and back if I die and leave her all this stuff to dispose of! The only thing she accumulates are books and NOT my 400 or so quilting book library either!
My mom died a couple of years ago and she just had one room to clear out...it took days~so I decided then it was time to pass my treasures onto someone who would love them as much as I do!
I would hate to cut this quilt up . I kinda like it. I have seen the ones with the cut up chenille and even the squares.
02-18-2013, 09:02 AM
#23
Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: Duluth MN
Posts: 381
Thanks for all tips about selling online. I did a search on "selling my handmade items" and came up with lots of info and sites. Only knew about Etsy so I was very pleased to see more options once I'm ready to sell my embroidered/quilted items. I think having a "niche" is critical and I've been working on that as I develop my products and skill. Also, I'm practicing my phototaking and editing because I know that without an exceptional photo I won't get sold. Everyday I do something to move forward. Wish you the best as you get ready to sell online.
02-18-2013, 10:04 AM
#24
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Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Central Pa
Posts: 521
I sell on Etsy as well. I have a few quilts up but what's been selling for me are fleece eared hats, cosplay stuff, little clutch purses made from quilting fabric and a few other things. I admit it's been a very long time since I've made anything new for my shop. I keep meaning to do it. Either that or shut it down.
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