Advertising outside of Etsy

[DabHands]

Hi! I feel a bit stupid asking this question, but one must ask questions to learn so here goes:

Where exactly does a person advertise their shop outside of Etsy? I've handed out business cards, told family & friends, set up a Facebook page - but what else is there that I'm missing?

Please share your wisdom. I'd greatly appreciate it.

[Former_Member]

I am interested in finding out the same myself. Twitter might be another good place for exposure if you don't have an account there. I'd say any social networking sites. Maybe also join some forums with topics similar to your line of work?

[WizardAtWork]

Well, I *just* made a facebook page just for my Etsy shop. I'd love to hear how other people are using their FB pages to promote and get more sales.

I'm here: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Wizard-at-Work/247746611938951 if anyone wants to check out what I've got so far and give me some ideas. :)

[ClassA]

I use Project Wonderful, Twitter, Etsy Lush, and some Facebook. I have also used Craftcult. Anyone else?

[HullStreetStudio]

don't forget tumblr, stumbleupon and pinterest :)

[Former_Member]

being a sponsor in a blog that targets your market? and having a blog too ;)

[LittleShopofElleSee]

I have recently purchased some advertising on blogs that are well traveled. We'll see how everything goes this month. Although I know it will probably need more time than just a month.

[MoonlightDesigns2]

I use Twitter, Facebook, etsyLush, thefind.com and my blog. Have also done 2 interviews so far and have been written up in business blogs which is slowly bringing traffic to my shop but still no sales. Mine have been from within Etsy and mainly first time buyers which I guess means they could have found me through the other social sites too.

[Former_Member]

Local markets are always good. Requires old fashioned leg work... looking for boutiques or small shops to consign with or arts and crafts shows etc.

[DabHands]

All excellent ideas. I'm going to explore StumbleUpon right now.

[Former_Member]

Facebook fan page, Wix.com, coupons, friends, hand delivered gifts... I make more of Etsy, but this shop gives me credibility! :-)

[Former_Member]

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[Former_Member]

Here is a list of over 120 offline marketing ideas: http://almcleary.com/blog/marketing-ideas

[DabHands]

Wow! Such a wealth of information. Thanks, everyone, This is incredibly helpful!

[Former_Member]

Include Deviant Art on the list.

[JillsTreasureChest]

Great ideas, AlmCleary!! Thanks!

[HeidiMillustration]

i post listings on my facebook fan page, twitter, do little features on my blog, and upload to Flicker. I think i need to spread my wings and reach out to other online sites and craft fairs would be good too !

[Former_Member]

I forgot to mention that I leave my business card inside all the library books I borrow (inside the plastic sleeve). Someone can always use a pretty informational bookmark. No, the librarians don't remove it.

[Former_Member]

Almcleary your list of marketing ideas is great. Thanks for sharing.

[Former_Member]

I just started using twitter. I have used fb.
I have my shop url in periwinkle blue, Andy font vinyl lettering on the back of my chocolate colored Montana van.

I'm thinking about making vanity plates when I renew my registration in May 2012.

I want to sell all inventory in my eco and close the shop to dedicate my energy to my crudeco shop. Its been tough promoting two identities.

[Former_Member]

Thanks Alm for that list. Very helpful!

[roguegirlvintage]

Almcleary~Thanks for the post. Good ideas!! Additional ideas to try!

[Former_Member]

Google adwords offers $100 free trial that's a good place to start

[Former_Member]

I haven't even heard of so many of these! Thanks for all the promotion ideas...going to start researching this week. :)

[ClassA]

I have been getting a lot of views from ProjectWonderful lately. This is their URL

https://www.projectwonderful.com/?tag=58895