Introduce Yourself and Shop To the ART Team

[#1]

WELCOME TO THE ART TEAM!  We're glad that you're a member.  And we look forward to helping each other find success on Etsy.  Please introduce yourself and you shop so we can be more supportive.

And let us know if there's anything else we can do to help your shops.

[SeaGemsbyKatherine]

Hello ART Team. Katherine from SeaGemsbyKatherine.etsy.com. I sell handmade Seaglass Jewelry. 

What is the function of the Art Team ?

[MikeKrausArt]

@SeaGemsbyKatherine WELCOME to the ART Team Katherine.  We're so happy you're here.  Your jewelry is beautiful.  

You've joined at a very exciting time for the ART Team.  Etsy is making lots of upgrades starting in September.  So, we'll be adding several new threads to help you with your shop. 

Also, here's our welcome page to introduce you to what we currently offer

https://community.etsy.com/t5/art/WELCOME-NEW-MEMBERS-OF-THE-ART-TEAM/m-p/139228997#M4377965

THANKS AGAIN and please let us know if you need anything!

[SeaGemsbyKatherine]

Thank you for your Favorites and Reply Mike.

[BalancedThingsShop]

Hi everyone, and thanks to Mike for the invite! I'm Ethan from London. I create digital products inspired by Balanced Living and honestly, I just love creating things (really good outlet for me), and I want to actively learn what Etsy and the community are all about so I can improve my knowledge and my work. Looking forward to hearing from you all. Hope it's ok to post my shop link here: Balanced Things Shop .

[MikeKrausArt]

@BalancedThingsShop WELCOME ETHAN!  You're shop is well designed and so helpful.  And it looks like you're off to a great start.

Keep up the great work and please let us know if you need anything or have any questions

[BalancedThingsShop]

Thank you for your comment and favourites Mike!

[StarSwing]

Hello everyone! I'm Zeynep, and I've joined the Etsy family with my handmade swings from Türkiye. Thank you for honoring me by inviting me to the Art Team.

https://www.etsy.com/shop/StarSwing

[MikeKrausArt]

@StarSwing WELCOME TO THE ART TEAM ZEYNEP!  Your swings are beautiful and fun.  And we're looking forward to helping each other find success on Etsy!

[StarSwing]

Thank you for your Favorites and Reply Mike.

[SeaGemsbyKatherine]

Hello Michael:  RE Free Shipping.

I fell like Im the only one on Etsy that offers Free Shipping at SeaGemsbyKatherine.Etsy.com ! I just paid over $10.00 for shipping on two items that I ordered from Etsy Shops.   Do my Partners at Etsy know that Shipping is a business expense that you can write off for Federal Income Tax Purposes ?  What is the Community's Take on Free Shipping ?  

Katherine Neurohr

SeaGemsbyKatherine.Etsy.com

[MikeKrausArt]

@SeaGemsbyKatherine  I offer free shipping in the US.  Because of tariffs/US Postal Service sabotage I've had to charge for overseas shipping for technical reasons.

[MikeKrausArt]

@StarSwing Of course Zeynep!  It's because of people like you that we exist.  And please let us know if you need anything or have any questions.

[StarSwing]

Thank you so much, Mike! It really means a lot to feel supported like this. I’m currently working on improving my shop, and your encouragement gives me even more confidence. I’ll definitely reach out if I need any guidance.

[EVIESDREAMLANDS]

Hi guys, I started on this Etsy journey 5 months ago. It's had many ups and downs, but we keep fighting. I've been here for 25 years. I'd like to keep growing and learn from everyone. I'd like to be successful, God willing. Thanks for the invitation Mike

[MikeKrausArt]

@EVIESDREAMLANDS WELCOME TO THE ART TEAM!  We're so happy to see you here.  And we're looking forward to getting to know you and make a lot of sales!  

[SeaGemsbyKatherine]

TO ALL COMMUNITY MEMBERS:

Does anyone have a household product that will shine up my older gold and silver plated necklace chains? Jewelry cleaner and shining cloths aren't doing the trick.       Thank you, Katherine Neurohr, SeaGemsyKatherine.etsy.com

[SylvesterGallery]

Thank you for asking about my Etsy Shop,   SYLVESTER GALLERY.  I am trying to figure out how to get more sales.  I have a sale going on but don't know if there is more to do or not?
Don Sylvester,   

SYLVESTER GALLERY (watercolor prints shipped matted ready for buyers' frames)

[MikeKrausArt]

@SylvesterGallery Sounds like you need to attract more people to your shop.  

And we have lots of promotional activities designed to do that.  Etsy will be banning those here in September.  But, we've moved them here:

https://www.reddit.com/r/TheARTteam/comments/1mog4wu/ready_to_boost_your_shop_jump_into_the_games_an...

and members have been reporting a significant increase in traffic and sales since we started.  So, I encourage you to try it out for a while.  I know you'll have good results

[Pingrafias]

Hi, I’m Caro, a visual artist from the University of Antioquia and a literature enthusiast. From the blend of these passions, Pingrafías was born—a project where I create unique artistic pieces that you can carry with you every day.

My signature creations are custom pet accessories, which I craft with care and attention to detail, focusing on the essence, the color, and the sparkle in your pet’s eyes. My wish is that, when you receive your brooch, you feel as though you are carrying a small part of their gaze and companionship with you.

https://pingrafias.etsy.com

[MikeKrausArt]

@Pingrafias The love of our furry friends shows in your work.  They are amazing!

[LoopsNSnuggles]

Hi there!

 Happy to be part of this team!

 Been on Etsy for some years now but have a new Etsy Shop!

 My name is Carolyn and my shop is LoopsNsnuggles.etsy.com

 would love to meet some like minded people!

[MikeKrausArt]

@LoopsNSnuggles WELCOME TO THE ART TEAM CAROLYN!  You have fun designs.  And it's always good to see a fellow Upstater on here.

[SpiritualGlowLuna]

Hello everyone, 

I'm Luna and I live in France. I help people with therapeutic guidance, in a supportive and intuitive approach. Each reading is personalized and delivered in a detailed PDF, to bring you clarity, comfort, and openness on your life path. It's been my passion for 5 years now.

It would be a pleasure to guide you. 

https://spiritualglowluna.etsy.com

Thank you

[MikeKrausArt]

@SpiritualGlowLuna WELCOME TO THE ART TEAM LUNA!  We're so happy you're here.  And we hope to help you help so many people with their mental health.  MERCI!

[SnuggleTimeStitches]

Hi everyone!
I’m Elizabeth, and I run a small Etsy shop where I create handmade crochet items — mostly baby-safe snugglers, plushies, and loveys. I’ve recently started branching into plushies for older children as well.

I love working with soft, cozy textures and designing pieces that are safe for little ones but also special enough to be treasured keepsakes. My shop is still fairly new, so I’m excited to connect here, get inspired by other artists, and learn from the community.

If you’d like to take a peek, you can find my shop here: https://snuggletimestitches.etsy.com

Looking forward to getting to know you all and sharing in the creative process!