Official “I need a boot camp buddy” Thread

[#1]

Boot camp launches on Thursday! Would you like a partner to bounce ideas off of, give you a hand when you need it, and keep you on track through this year’s Holiday Boot Camp? Connect with on of your Etsy companions, reach out to a member of one of your Etsy Teams, or connect with each other in this forum thread. Let other members of the team know what kind of buddy you would most like to partner with. Are they also a jewelry artists? Or maybe you’re looking for someone who also works with upcycled materials? Or maybe you want to find someone nearby?

Wondering what the Etsy Success Holiday Boot Camp is? More info here:
http://www.etsy.com/blog/en/2011/etsy-success-holiday-boot-camp/

[Former_Member]

Looking for a buddy that crochets or knits. I'm new to etsy and could really use some encouragement from an established etsian.

[Former_Member]

I am also looking for a buddy, preferably someone who works in fine arts, photography even (which is what I do). I would like someone who is confident and willing to think of creative ideas with me! Let me know if you are interested! I would really prefer someone with broad experience on etsy.

I am so excited (and nervous)! This is my first serious holiday season!

[Former_Member]

I would love to find an experienced soap-maker who would be willing to take a semi-newbie under wing to increase my business sense, improve my product line and better reach out to customers to increase sales growth. Anyone want to be my buddy?

[EpiphaniesAfield]

I am on Etsy now since early August but have had no sales. Likely this is through negligence and ignorance on my part, and some time limitations--but what does a person need to do to make sales, not just get looked at, through Etsy?

[Former_Member]

I need a boot camp buddy. I'm brand new and would like to pair up with someone who's been around the block once or twice. I make baby quilts, modern, traditional, brightly colored, artsy. Anyone, please!

[Former_Member]

I have a buddy!!!! I have a buddy!!!!!

Question? May I put a link in to show you my buddy? If this is legal, then my 2nd question is: How do I link my buddy if there is a quicker way than below?

I know the old fashioned way (by going to the person's shop and edit copypng the web address, then by coming back to this page (that was minimalized) and edit pasting the web address into this little reply box....

Next question, what if someone else asks my buddy or me to be a buddy? Can we be third party buddies or more?

and final question I promise (see my earlier post above)... waving hand wildly in air: Please may I be excused to go tot he bathroom?
lol

Have a great night everyone!!!!!!!!!

[TheWildflowerPatch]

Hi all! This is my first Boot Camp and I'm soo excited for the help! I need a buddy though. I'm a WAHM to a 1 and 2 year old and would love to have a buddy to bounce ideas off of and get feedback from, as well as be able to help in return! :D I think I'd like to pair up with someone who has been here a while and can give me advice on how to make it.

Thanks!
Mandy :)

[Former_Member]

I will buddy a newbie! I am a newbie as well & still new to most of the social networking except for facebook. I'd prefer to buddy with someone who makes something I can wear to work! Most of my marketing is done face to face. See my shop to get a sense of my style. May take me awhile to go through all these posts so I thought I'd leave a reply before I start hunting my ideal buddy!

[MorgaineLeFay]

Hello! I am in need of a boot camp buddy! I am a crocheter from Atlanta and make funky baby things and accessories! I only ask for buddy with lots of enthusiasm!

[Former_Member]

I am located in Jacksonville Florida and I make girls pettiskirts and apparel. I am looking for a partner but it doesn't matter what you specialize in just the support you are will to give and I to you.

This is my first Holiday season in business and with Etsy so this should be fun, sort of. lol. I do not know a lot about being in business for ones self so any help with that will be appreciated. :)

Elisabeth

[Former_Member]

hey everyone!
Im ashley, im looking for a boot camp buddy, iam a polymer clay artist, iam on etsy everyday a few times aday so im easy to reach, im very friendly.
So if youd looking for a buddy as well message me :)
thanks!

[Former_Member]

I am looking for a boot camp buddy. I primarily work with only photography, but I am interested in all different kinds of mediums/art forms. I am 24 years old and have had a shop for almost a year now.

I would prefer a buddy who also does photography and is somewhat close to my age. If you are interested, but don't exactly fit my preferences, don't worry! Convo me anyway and we can talk.

I need a buddy who has medium level experience or more. I need someone where we can both encourage each other, brainstorm, and work hard to better our shops. I basically need someone who can kick my butt into gear... :)

[Former_Member]

I could use a buddy, too. I'm serious about my art and business though I'm not as adept at marketing as I'd like to be. A good match would be someone equally serious about their art and the business of being an artist.

Thank you!

[Former_Member]

Hello all..
I am new to Etsy...excited for the potential.. I am just now launching a line of clothing...Outerwear-unique jackets. I would love to succeed at etsy...help and suggestions are welcomed.
Thanks,
Catherine

[Former_Member]

I'd like a Buddy!

My work is primarily origami jewelry and gifts. (So... paper crafts/ arts/jewelry)

I also sell vermeil supplies.

I think boot camp is going to be awesome.
Though I've been on Etsy over a year, I didn't really do boot camp last year.

I have a little one so I do most of my work late in the evening between 9 pm and 2 am. It would be best to buddy with someone with a similar schedule. I too am very dedicated to building a successful shop.

Feel free to convo me!

[Former_Member]

I am new....very new...I will be opening my shop within the week, and apparently just in time for the Holidays. I work mostly with Paper and Fabric, though I will use any medium when working with Miniatures.
I am also a single, SAHM, who recently finished college. I live between Sanford and Fayetteville NC (it's the sticks, no name town)...
Catherine

[Former_Member]

I am also looking for a buddy, preferably someone who works in fine arts, photography even (which is what I do). I would like someone who is confident and willing to think of creative ideas with me! Let me know if you are interested! I would really prefer someone with broad experience on etsy.

I am so excited (and nervous)! This is my first serious holiday season!

[Former_Member]

Hi all! I'm looking for a somewhat experienced etsy seller to pair up with. I quit my day job last year and would love to find someone on a similar level to keep in touch with, share tips, push each other in the right direction. If you think we're a match, send me a message.

WOW. I never wrote something that sounded so much like a personal ad.

[michelleperkett]

Hi! My name is Michelle Perkett I am an illustrator who is pretty clueless about marketing, I would LOVE a buddy who is another artist that is knowledgable about marketing here at Etsy and also blog, facebook and twitter marketing.

I have 2 blogs and a FB and twitter account but would love some feedback from an Etsy business buddy. Would love to help motivate you as well to keep working, selling and creating thru the holidays.

Here is my personal blog: www.michelleperkett.blogspot.com

[MeghanicaGifts]

I need a buddy too! I'm relatively new with Etsy and would love someone semi-new as well to learn together. I make needle felted items and some paper good items but I'm open to any genre!

[elisabethmichael]

Need a buddy. I have two shops but am focusing on this one right now. Have made over 500 sales in my other shop so I need someone who can help me get to the "Next" level. I sell home decor: shower curtains, pillows, drapes, and custom orders. Looking to add some new items to my shop. Need someone serious about making money, and growing your business- not playing around. I am a WAHM to a 6 month old little boy and married to a wonderful man! Please contact me @ www.elisabethmichael.etsy.com or on my blog http://purplepajamas-purplepajamas.blogspot.com/

Thanks!
Liz :)

[StrangeWorksJB]

Hi, I'm Jessica and I'm looking for a buddy!

I'm 23 years old
I'm looking for a open minded person to be my buddy! :)
I'm a professional tattoo artist, that just quit working at a shop recently.
I'm working from my own place now and love every minute of it!
Since I have more time I have been making resin jewelry and hand sewing plush creatures!
This will be my first holiday boot camp and season here on etsy :)
I'm really excited for this!
I put a lot of time and effort into my jewelry and my sewing.
I'm serious and open to all kinds of ideas

if i sound like a buddy you would like to have please send me a convo!

[ToppyToppyKnits]

TinyTiptoesBoutique and MorgaineLeFay

I'm a knitter and crocheter, from Chicago and make different accesories, child clothing, character hats and many other things.
I have a lot of enthusiasm but I don't know anything about boot camp.
I need help because my sales are soooo low and I have tons of accessories ready to ship and a huge yarn stash
Opened my etsy store in January and have had only four sales, so I need advice and helpo on how to make it work better.

Please contact me ToppyToppyKnits@gmail.com

[Former_Member]

Hello,
I am a SAHM of 4.
I am looking for a buddy who sells hair bands or something that compliments my line of childrens clothes, that way we can promote each other! :)

Also someone who has walked through Holiday boot camp before???

message me!! :)

RuthAnn

[Former_Member]

I'll take a trip to Buddytown!

My shop is a combination of vintage and upcycled vintage (mostly necktie purses at the moment)

I'm new to Etsy as of June, have had some success selling vintage and no luck selling handmade. Help!

I would like to buddy with someone who has a similar aesthetic, so take a peek in my shop and see if you think we'd be a good match.

At the moment I'm a laid-off teacher by choice, so I'm dedicating lots of time to this pursuit.

Convo me!

--Liv