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]

What happens if noone wants to be my buddy?

I know some one else is thinking this too! LOL

Sharmon

[Former_Member]

Hello,

I'm a little late to the game here with 56 pages of people!! :) But I would like a buddy too!

I am fairly new, I've been on Etsy since April with 14 sales. I love the idea of having a buddy to help each other out and be accountable to! I have recently started using facebook and twitter and am trying to add more items to my shop.

I would like someone who makes jewelry also, but am open to others as well.

Convo me if you are interested!

Thanks,
Jessica

[Quiltwear]

Hey flower power you can buddy up with me. I already have one buddy but why not 2

[MythOfTheWild]

Need a buddy! I have a shop blog with a few followers, and I'd be happy to give a shout out to their shop there. I would love working with someone who makes either jewellery, clothing or decorative items, and has a taste for whimsical stuff ^^ and also someone who is nice xD

[Former_Member]

flower power, I don't have any buddies :(, will you be mine?? :)

[MysticRainCreations]

This sounds interesting! I need a buddy too xD

[Former_Member]

Hi All!

I need a buddy. I'm looking for someone with a bit more Etsy experience than I currently have. My shop has been opened since 2009 with only 9 sells {due to my own inconsistency}. I'm finally taking this serious and want to have a successful Holiday season which creates momentum for 2012.

It's not so important {to me} what you make, I just want someone who is serious about keeping each other accountable, creative & friendly!

thanks!

[Former_Member]

To Flowerpower & the whole etsy success group:

I have ben thinking the same thing. This is my third time to post. I had posted quite early on and then a few pages back, waiting for someone to contact me first but no such luck.
I would love a buddy or even a group to combine those great ideas! If interested contact me!
Can't wait for a great holiday season!
~N&I, Tiffany

[Former_Member]

This is my first Christmas on Etsy. I would love a buddy who has a little experience selling Christmas stockings, or stuffed animals...or knit accessories in general.

[Former_Member]

Hello!

I am pretty new to selling my crafts and need help! Haha, I didn't get involved with the bootcamp last year but I am ready to jump in this year and get my shop off the ground. If any of you lovely people would like to buddy up let me know!

[MyLittleCrochetShop]

I am new and timid! I need a coach/buddy! I'm a student with time management issues. Will someone help me please?

[Former_Member]

I would love to have a buddy. I tried the boot camp last year and lost track because of family moving. I am in Missouri now and do mostly crocheting. I am not new to Etsy, but am new to getting more sales. I have 10 now after a year. Would love to have someone to share ideas of what's next.

[Former_Member]

I would like a buddy! I'm a SAHM who goes to school online and has too many pets to handle. I make herbal medicine and skincare items. I would love someone to kick my butt, and I'll kick yours too. Anyone in the upstate NY area would be fun so maybe we could meet in person someday but anywhere in the world would be just fine too. Anyone who is doing natural/organic or "green" type items would be great.

[Former_Member]

LaurieLou and I are now Buddies!!! Yeah!!!

[samsstuff]

I would love to have a Boot Camp buddy

I sell what I like to call "handmade fairy tales" (upcycled, & OOAK jewelry. accessories & clothing) & "true stories" (unique vintage jewelry, clothing & accessories)

I'd like to find more of my targeted market. Relevancy is helping, but there's always more to be done :)

[Former_Member]

Hi Everyone! I'm still looking for a boot camp buddy. I'm looking for someone who want's to improve sales and shop traffic.

I create pinback buttons and also have a fine arts shop.
http://www.etsy.com/shop/artsymabel

If you're interested, send me a message!

Stacey

[Former_Member]

I am a newbie and still learning all the ropes. I am ambitious and practical. Need a buddy who loves to teach and learn and chat it up over some coffee!

[Former_Member]

I would like a boot camp buddy! I am new to Etsy, have posted some things that I would like to sell, and have plenty more coming. I'm not that big into social networking, but I have my own website. Preferably, I would like a buddy who is in art and knows how to promote their work, to help me get jump started. I am tech savy and a hard worker!

[Former_Member]

I am:
a new seller
trying to figure out the "getting shop momentum after the initial shop unveiling" thing
a print-maker and photographer (photog not yet on Etsy)
a Bay-Area resident
a humourist of the quirky disposition

I'm also interested in cross-promotion with a buddy, bouncing ideas off one another, general tom-foolery in the interest of art and tom-foolery. Any takers?

[LiztheProphetess]

I need a buddy! I sell a mixture of mostly handmade sewn goods (purses and dresses) and some vintage clothing.

I also have a painting/mixed media art shop: equusimprint.etsy.com

I am a leader in the team Team Zissous of the East Tennessean land, and though I've had this acount awhile, I am a NEWBIE at selling!

I have a growing facebook fan page, too!

[Former_Member]

Found a buddy. How about another to make us a trio?

Anyone else in the Indianapolis or Chicagoland area who can enjoy these with us:

incorporating upcycled & recycled items into handmade
gardening and farming - urban or rural
social networking - my buddy & i also have blogs, etc.


Or I am looking for tips and a sagely adviser to help me incorporate these into my work:

polymer clay, air dry clay work, painting & glazing
and
paper craft of any kind or function

Thanks!

[Former_Member]

I need a buddy. I opened my shop in august and I'm ready to gain momentum.

You: creative and quirky with more etsy experience than I
Me: a fresh perspective, hella inspired, and ready to see us succeed!

[Former_Member]

WOW I want to try this boot camp buddy! I need one I am fairly new to ETSY Im not sure what kind of buddy I am looking for =] Lets partner up!

[Former_Member]

Looking for a Boot Camp buddy!! I sell handmade vintage-inspired products and vintage linens and hankies. I work full time and devote almost full time to my Etsy shop. Someone who has doing this before would be great but is not a requirement. If you're new, cool...we can learn together.

My shop, if you want to look... vintagebeckym

[Former_Member]

Hi!

I'm still fairly new to etsy and looking to make the most of the holidays- I'd be interested in having a local Toronto buddy ( I will be posting in the Toronto Etsy Team forum as well), or alternately anyone with similar tastes/interests anywhere in the world!

I'm thinking young, fun, vintage-inspired- I feel like I'm tagging an item right now, ha! But basically would love to build a boot camp buddy partnership with the right person, send me a message if you think we might be a good fit!