Shop Critique, Please

[Former_Member]

Hey everyone!
This thread is for shop critiques and advice! Since most all of us are low on sales or views, a little advice wouldn't hurt, right?
Just post here if you would like your shop critiqued. After posting, just critique the person[s] above you!
Remember: Give constructive criticism, but don't be mean :p

and of course....
SOMEONE CRITIQUE MY SHOP :D

[Former_Member]

Please critique my shop!!

Billymadness, your magnets are great and so is your profile- it lets people get to know you in a fun way. A couple of my suggestions are that you might want to add what inspired you to create and sell the products that you have listed on your site. Additionally, brightening your pictures a bit through playing around with the brightness and contrast might help the magnets stand out more. They are so pretty but it's a bit hard to see the detail on the initial scroll through...brightening them might encourage a buyer to view the item and look at other pictures of it. Otherwise, I really like your items.

Thanks for starting this thread!

[Former_Member]

Hi billymadness,

I have a history in photographic arts - your photography maybe letting you down slightly - just a thought!

If you would like any advice, please don't hesitate to ask.

Warmest,
Peta

[Former_Member]

BelleMaisonetMoi,
Your items are beautiful but I think modeling the jewelry would be really beneficial. It gives the item more "vision"; I can see myself wearing something more when someone else is than when it is just sitting on a table. Also, a more colorful backdrop for some items would be good.

These earrings are gorgeous but hard to see in the small photo provided before you open the page... but would maybe stand out against a different colored bowl?
http://www.etsy.com/listing/72868105/dreamy-pale-pink-earring

I Love this photo of the yellow bowl... wow does that stand out!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/73272857/modern-yellow-bowl

Hope that helps some...Athena

[Former_Member]

JumpingBitingFlea...
I love your logo, it fits so nicely with your name. I almost wanted to start scratching myself (I'm allergic to fleas)! =)

Only thing I would say is that your photos have too much empty space. My eyes start to wonder from your adorable owl family to the emptiness on the page.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/73346069/wool-felted-owls
I enjoyed reading your bio and shop announcement .. made me feel like it was okay to be a kid sometimes.

Thanks, Athena

[Former_Member]

Hi Athena, lol...many thanks for your input...I'll start cropping NOW! Oh, and it's very okay to be a kid sometimes - I think we all need the escape!

Warmest,
Peta

[Former_Member]

Hi Athena,

Thanks so much for the feedback. You're so right about the photos. I definitely have been contemplating modeling the jewelry...now I just have to make sure someone is around to take pictures for me! REALLY appreciate the feedback.
Alicia

[Former_Member]

Hi, would someone please critique my shop? I've starting selling jewelry two weeks ago and would like to get more traffic in my shop. Also want to know how make my shop more appealing, thanks!

[Former_Member]

http://www.etsy.com/shop/FancyItYours
Facebook: Fancy It Designs
Please take a look and let me know what you think. Thank you so much for your time.

[Former_Member]

Hi Yoju,
I enjoyed looking at your creations. Nice delicate pieces. You could use better lighting for your photography. The photos are clear but they do not do your jewery justice.

Also, you can try using more tags, chain, woman