Returning from a "1 year" vacation, and need help!

[Former_Member]

I just started listing new things in my shop after a one year baby break. I am now listing mostly crochet, where before I made custom women dresses. Could anyone offer suggestions tips on my new little shop?
Thanks!

Rachel

[CutenCraftyDesigns]

Hi Rachel and welcome back. Congratulations on your baby. I just took a look at your shop and everything looks great. Your pictures are clear, your tags are good. I don't know exactly what you need help in, but I think you have it under control.

I wish you a lot of luck and remember the holidays are around the corner so my only suggestion is to keep listing.

Otherwise, you're good!

Jackie

[Former_Member]

Awe-thanks Jackie-for taking the time to look- thanks!

[Former_Member]

Hi Rachel! You're items are really cute. I' curious to know why you're changing your line of products. For what I can see in your stats, you were doing great with the dresses? I can of course understand that after a year, your interests have changed. In any case, you look like an experienced seller. Keep adding items to your shop and I would suggest to keep the backgrounds of your photos, if not the same, a least cohesive.
Best of luck!!

[CutenCraftyDesigns]

You welcome Rachel.

I love your hats. You should list more of those. They are really cute.

I like this one the most

http://www.etsy.com/listing/94640029/crochet-owl-hats-kids-baby-photo-prop

[Former_Member]

Thanks--do you think the carpet background is okay?? I think it may look a bit unprofessional- but it is the best place I have to have the garments laid out.
Oh, and the reason I have changed is because I now have five children six and under, and homeschool (and a gazillion other things) so crochet is the best mobile craft that allows me to be besides children :-)... It is also easier to keep material (yarn) in stock, than fabric.
I will see if I want to add more clothing soon. Thank you so much for taking the time to check it out! I really appreciate it!!

[Former_Member]

Jackie- thanks! I have actually sold a lot of those from to friends and family! I am getting ready to add a fox, lamb, and a knight hat :-))

[RelovedAttic]

Love your shop...your cute items make me smile. Wishing you much success!

[Former_Member]

Awe thanks! I want it to be a happy place :-))

[TerraRhapsody]

I would work on populating your shop and perhaps letting people know you're back through the usual social networking sites. I do love your hats- I'm a big hat fan!
Best of luck!

[Former_Member]

Welcome back!

[Former_Member]

Cute hats, I recommend a piece of white posterboard over the carpet. Some customers dont like the idea of an item laid on a floor that is walked on.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/108855439/crochet-panda-hat-sizes-newborn-to-adult

[Former_Member]

oooooooh, great idea!!! I put that on my list of things to get, Thanks!

Anyone else??

[Former_Member]

I just returned from a sort of "vacation" as well. But your shop looks great and you have already had a sale! I think you are doing fine. =)

Also, as far as pictures go, I use a big foam board, because its stiff and lays flat no matter what, also its harder to ruin (very important with kiddos in the house!)

[Former_Member]

Cute shop!

Love this item!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/108848228/newborn-turtle-photography-prop-green

I would use the last picture for your main picture. Very cute.

[Former_Member]

thanks! Where do you get a big foam board?

[BaloolahB]

5 kids?!?!? And you have time for an etsy shop! I am astounded!!

[BaloolahB]

Astounded and amazed, and in awe!!

[Former_Member]

why thank you :-)

[Former_Member]

I got my foam board from Dollar Tree, but I have also seen them at Jo-Ann and Michael's, though I think theirs are a bit more expensive - but still only about $3. =) Hope this helps~

[Former_Member]

thanks---any other suggestions?? I will hopefully add one or two more things today!