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How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy

How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy

Lizzie Smiley

233 episodesEN

Show overview

How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy has been publishing since 2021, and across the 5 years since has built a catalogue of 233 episodes. That works out to roughly 200 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.

Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 45 min and 1h 1m — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Business show.

The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed earlier today, with 20 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Lizzie Smiley.

Episodes
233
Running
2021–2026 · 5y
Median length
54 min
Cadence
Weekly

From the publisher

If you want to launch, grow, pivot, or scale your Etsy shop--- or you've always wanted to develop the mindset and skills to run your own business--- then this podcast is for you. I've had that entrepreneurial spirit going strong since my very first lemonade stand, and now I'm a work-at-home Mama with multiple online companies and a full time Etsy shop--- all while being present with my kids for the everyday chaos and most important milestones. On this podcast—we'll talk about all things business, mindset, Etsy, creativity, dazzling our customers—and so much more. There's plenty of room at this table for you—so skootch on in and let's go! I'm holding nothing back.

Latest Episodes

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Ep 233 | She Used Pinterest to Hit 13,000+ Etsy Sales –with Emily Moravec

May 14, 202654 min

Ep 232 | How Her Original Art Got Her Invited to Etsy HQ - with Melissa Mary Jenkins

May 7, 20261h 1m

Ep 231 | The Trend Strategy My Students Use to Get Sales Faster

Apr 30, 202650 min

Ep 230 | How Etsy Sellers Are Getting Free Traffic From the Media -with Gloria Chou

Apr 23, 202648 min

Ep 229 | Why Kittl Is Perfect for Etsy Beginners -with Juna of Detour Shirts

Apr 16, 202653 min

Ep 228 | The POD Gift Strategy That Took This Etsy Shop to $75K -with Kelley West

Apr 9, 20261h 0m

S1 Ep 227Ep 227 | Squirrel Syndrome Can Lead to Massive (Repeated) Etsy Success -with Hanna McComish

There's not just one type A path to success on Etsy and Hanna's story proves it. Since I met her in 2021, she's built more at least 5 successful Etsy shops to suit her season of life and simply what she enjoyed doing most. If you're a multi-passionate entrepreneur and sometimes struggle with squirrel syndrome– this episode is for you. You can still be crazy successful! **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society Try Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/JxNYgLnw Use code KEEP20 to try your first month for just $17, rebills at $37/month Upcoming Trendspotting Bonus : April 6 -- Font Pairing Guide Submit your questions for the upcoming FAQ episode: https://sprw.io/stt-dEeCxhdfYaf3eqBYohD7fZ FIND HANNA: Email: [email protected] Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/wildnettleteaco HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop ⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/227 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

Apr 2, 20261h 13m

S1 Ep 226Ep 226 | How Cody Scaled a $1K Printable Shop to $4K in 30 Days -with Gold City Ventures

After letting his Etsy shop sit nearly all year, Cody picked it back up and scaled from $1,000 to $4,000 per month in just 30 days. In this episode, we break down exactly how he did it—seasonal printable strategy, how many listings he created, how he uses templates to move fast, and the beginner mistakes he sees over and over. If you've ever wondered how to revive an old shop or scale printables quickly, this is a must listen. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: Gold City Ventures Course "EPrintables": https://lizziesmiley--gold-city-ventures.thrivecart.com/etsy-printables/ Shop Sprint Intensive Cohort Waitlist: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-cohort Try Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/JxNYgLnw Use code KEEP20 to try your first month for just $17, rebills at $37/month Upcoming Trendspotting Bonuses : March 30 -- Double Opportunities (that's 12 for the week, instead of 6) April 6 -- Font Pairing Guide Submit your questions for the upcoming FAQ episode: https://sprw.io/stt-dEeCxhdfYaf3eqBYohD7fZ ⭐ FIND GOLD CITY VENTURES: Instagram: @GoldCityVentures Check out Cody's previous appearances on the podcast: Ep 199 | How to Start Selling Printables for the Holidays Details: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/199 Ep 147 | Side Hustle Guy Commits to Etsy Printables After Earning $700 in One Week Details: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/147 Ep 121 | Create a Passive Income Etsy Shop with Trending Digital Products Details: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/121 Ep 101 | How to Create Passive Income with Digital Products Over the Holidays Details: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/101 Ep 74 | Secrets to Creating a Passive Income Stream selling e-Printables Details: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/how-to-create-digital-products-to-sell Episodes with Cody's Business Partner Julie: Ep 175 | 5 Growing Digital Product Niches Details: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/175 Ep 35 | Create a Passive Income Selling Printables on Etsy Details: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/Sell-printables-on-etsy HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐ Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐ "How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop ⭐ Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/226 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

Mar 26, 202659 min

S1 Ep 225EP 225 | 2026 Social Media Strategy for Etsy Sellers -- with Julie Oxendine

Ever wondered how to actually market your Etsy shop on social media—and which platforms are worth your time? Julie Oxendine knows this better than anyone, having built a wreath empire and grown an audience of 2.3 million followers across multiple platforms. This week, she's sharing her experience and best tips to help you get more eyes on your products. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: Shop Sprint Intensive Cohort: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/shop-sprint-intensive Try Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/JxNYgLnw Use code KEEP20 to try your first month for just $17, rebills at $37/month Upcoming Trendspotting Bonuses : March 23 -- 5 design templates March 30 -- Double Opportunities (that's 12 for the week, instead of 6) April 6 -- Font Pairing Guide Submit your questions for the upcoming FAQ episode: https://sprw.io/stt-dEeCxhdfYaf3eqBYohD7fZ FIND JULIE: Join Julie's Biz Boutique: https://go.juliesbizboutique.com/jbb-checkout?am_id=lizzie4615 YouTube: @JuliesWreathBoutique Facebook: @JuliesWreathBoutique Instagram: @JuliesWreathBoutique TikTok: @julieswreathboutique HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐ Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐ "How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop ⭐ Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/225 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

Mar 19, 20261h 2m

S1 Ep 224Ep 224 | She Succeeded FAST in Etsy's "Saturated" Candle Niche

This week I'm chatting with Lauren Aldous, founder of Heart Mountain Candle Co., about how she built a thriving Etsy brand in the notoriously saturated candle niche. We dive into how her background in psychology shaped her approach to scent, emotion, branding, and customer experience—plus why non-toxic ingredients and intentional design have been key differentiators. Lauren also shares practical tips on shipping, listing photos, and what new sellers can learn from her transition from real estate to ecommerce. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: Shop Sprint Intensive Cohort: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/shop-sprint-intensive Try Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/JxNYgLnw Use code KEEP20 to try your first month for just $17, rebills at $37/month Upcoming Trendspotting Bonuses : March 16 – On Trend Comfort Colors Mockups March 23 -- 5 design templates March 30 -- Double Opportunities (that's 12 for the week, instead of 6) April 6 -- Font Pairing Guide Submit your questions for the upcoming FAQ episode: https://sprw.io/stt-dEeCxhdfYaf3eqBYohD7fZ FIND LAUREN: Heart Mountain Candle Co everywhere HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐ Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐ "How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop ⭐ Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/224 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

Mar 12, 20261h 4m

S1 Ep 223Ep 223 | Etsy Trends You Won't Want to Miss: Spring 2026

If you want to know what's going to trend on Etsy before everyone else does, this episode is for you. I'm breaking down the emerging themes set to define spring 2026—and exactly how to turn them into products that get seen and sell. This is how you get ahead of the curve instead of chasing it. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: Try Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/JxNYgLnw Use code KEEP20 to try your first month for just $17, rebills at $37/month Upcoming Trendspotting Bonuses : March 9 -- 30 days of access to the Niche Blast Lab March 16 – On Trend Comfort Colors Mockups March 23 -- 5 design templates March 30 -- Double Opportunities (that's 12 for the week, instead of 6) April 6 -- Font Pairing Guide Submit your questions for the upcoming FAQ episode: https://sprw.io/stt-dEeCxhdfYaf3eqBYohD7fZ Pinterest Predicts Trend Report: https://business.pinterest.com/pinterest-predicts/2026/gimme-gummy/ HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop ⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/223 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

Mar 5, 202652 min

S1 Ep 222Ep 222 | How Driving Her Own Traffic Sparked Faster Organic Etsy Sales - with Alex Chavez

This week I'm chatting with Alex, a former middle school teacher turned stay-at-home mama who built a fast-growing handmade Etsy shop selling sensory play kits. Alex shares how she used Facebook groups, live markets, and her personal network to drive early traffic—creating momentum that led to faster organic Etsy sales. Tune in for a powerful reminder that you can prime the Etsy algorithm to start seeing results. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: Profittree: The In Demand badge is BACK!!! Plus tags for every listing. Check out ProfitTree's new product research tool ETSY RADAR: https://lifetime.profittree.io/?via=lizzie87 Get the best profit tracking tool to help you know your numbers AND a product research tool for a one time fee of $67. (completely insane) Profittree Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VO7Ra18ZPTw&t=1s Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society FIND ALEX: Instagram: @TinyTactileByAlex HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop ⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/222 A quick heads up — this episode includes a paid sponsor mention. *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

Feb 26, 202656 min

S1 Ep 221Ep 221 | Why Mindset is 90% of Your Success as an Etsy Seller with @Jennyfromtheshopp

@JennyfromtheShopp is back for another fan-favorite mindset chat! Today we're talking about how we've been developing our own mindsets, nervous system regulation, why mindset plays a major part in Etsy success, and how to keep going when the messy middle feels overwhelming. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: Profittree: The In Demand badge is BACK!!! Plus tags for every listing. Check out ProfitTree's new product research tool ETSY RADAR: https://lifetime.profittree.io/?via=lizzie87 Get the best profit tracking tool to help you know your numbers AND a product research tool for a one time fee of $67. (completely insane) Profittree Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VO7Ra18ZPTw&t=1s Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society Podcast Jenny Mentioned: Project Me with Tiffany Carter: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/projectme-with-tiffany-carter-entrepreneurship/id1389440760 BOOKS: Becoming Supernatural by Dr Joe Dispenza: https://amzn.to/4to7KxV Your Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.: https://amzn.to/49KLma6 Jenny's Previous Episodes: Ep 179: MINDSET: Become a SIX FIGURE Etsy Seller-- with @Jennyfromtheshopp https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/179 Ep 173: Mastering the ETSY SELLER Mindset -with @JennyfromtheShopp https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/173 Ep 152: Mindset Changed Our Etsy Businesses Forever – with @JennyfromtheShopp https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/152 Ep 96: Holiday POD Tips https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/POD-holiday-tips Ep 67: Becoming a Best Selling POD Designer https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/print-on-demand-etsy Ep 25: All about POD https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/passive-income-with-print-on-demand FIND JENNY: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JennyFromTheShopp Instagram: (@itsjennyfromtheshopp) https://www.instagram.com/itsjennyfromtheshopp/ TikTok: (@jennyfromtheshopp) https://www.tiktok.com/@jennyfromtheshopp HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop ⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/221 💛 A quick heads up — this episode includes a paid sponsor *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

Feb 19, 20261h 7m

S1 Ep 220Ep 220 | How to Make Your First $10k on Etsy

EPISODE DETAILS Thinking about starting an Etsy shop? In this episode, I break down exactly how to earn your first $10K on Etsy-- what to do first, what to sell, how Etsy actually works, and the biggest mistakes new sellers make that slow them down. Whether you're brand new, stuck without results, or ready to try again, this episode gives you a realistic, doable roadmap to real Etsy income. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: Get the Ebook "How to Make Your First $10k on Etsy": https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/oXFKeSgN/checkout Profittree Link (lifetime access $67): https://lifetime.profittree.io/?via=lizzie87 Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VO7Ra18ZPTw&t=1s Everbee (free account): https://www.everbee.io/?via=lizzie Tutorial: https://youtu.be/MucPFkvC8sk?si=iyaD0RbMbIp3echw How to find best sellers on Etsy (tutorial): https://youtu.be/IES_sR5WZ2E Open your shop and get 40 listings free with my link (save $8): https://etsy.me/4bx6yli Hannah's Free Ads Masterclass: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/request-etsy-ads-masterclass Scaling Society (all inclusive): https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society Trendspotting (weekly trend reports): https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/220 💛 A quick heads up — this episode includes a paid sponsor mention. *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

Feb 12, 20261h 12m

S1 Ep 219Ep 219 | How to Think Like A Full Time Etsy Seller – with Preston Cox

Preston built a full-time laser engraving Etsy business that grossed over $15k in Q4. Tune in to hear the mindset shifts that helped him go from juggling four jobs and his Etsy side hustle to selling full time—and his practical advice for other sellers ready to make the leap. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: ➡️ Interested in one on one coaching? Let us know here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interest-private-coaching ⭐ Join Trendspotting for Weekly Trend Reports, Listing ideas with done for you SEO, and monthly coaching calls: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting Use code KEEP20 to get your first month for $17. Regularly $37/month. PRESTON'S PREVIOUS EPISODES: Ep 156: What happens if you don't give up on Etsy? https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/156 Ep 164: Lizzie's in the Etsy Coach Hot Seat https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/164 Ep 183: Free, Underrated Local Resources That Can Help You Grow Your Business https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/183 Ep 198: From Hobby Shop to Full Time Handmade Etsy Seller https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/198 Ep 216: What We Wish We Knew About Etsy—Before We Ever Opened Our Shops https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/216 REACH OUT TO PRESTON: Website - http://277creative.com/ Instagram - @277creative HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop ⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/219 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

Feb 5, 20261h 3m

S1 Ep 218Ep 218 | How a 66-Year-Old Mom and Grandma Built an Etsy Shop Using AI – with Rose Thomas

If you've ever felt intimidated by AI or like it's too late for you to build an Etsy Shop--- this episode is for you! My guest, Rose, is sharing all about her experience of harnessing AI design tools at the age of 66 to build a thriving digital product Etsy business. You'll hear where her biggest learning curves have been, what AI tools she's finding most valuable, and her tips for others who want to get started. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop ➡️ Interested in my ebook: "How to make your first $10k on Etsy?" Let me know here and I'll send a discount offer when it's released: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-ebook Reach out to Rose: Instagram: @Black_Ridge_Croft_Farm_Store Email: [email protected] HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop ⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/218 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

Jan 29, 202644 min

S1 Ep 217Ep 217 | 0-2000 Etsy Sales in 6 Months – with Shannon Davis

Shannon Davis decided to open a digital product Etsy shop with zero experience and zero creative background. What happened in her first 6 months shocked everyone—especially her! Tune in to hear what she's selling, how she scaled fast, and her tips for anyone doubting that they can earn a meaningful income starting from scratch. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop ➡️ Interested in my ebook: "How to make your first $10k on Etsy?" Let me know here and I'll send a discount offer when it's released: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-ebook Reach out to Shannon: [email protected] HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop ⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/217 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

Jan 22, 202652 min

S1 Ep 216Ep 216 | What We Wish We Knew About Etsy—Before We Ever Opened Our Shops

This week I'm chatting with some of my star students to save you a ton of time and prevent (fingers crossed) the headaches and hassles we faced as new Etsy sellers. We're spilling the tea about the time-saving tips, overcoming perfectionism, surprises-- good and bad, and biggest lessons learned along the way. This is a meaty one, friends! I can't wait to share it with you! **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ➡️ The BEST Mockups (free list): https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/request-mockups-resource Becca's episodes: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/189 https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/211 Preston's episodes: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/156 https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/164 https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/183 https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/198 Connect: Where to find Preston: Website - http://277creative.com/ Instagram - @277creative Where to find Becca: Email: [email protected] HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop ⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting Use code KEEP20 to try your first month for $17 ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff Apply to be on the Podcast: https://shorturl.at/skDBs HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/216 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

Jan 15, 20261h 2m

S1 Ep 215Ep 215 | Tools I use in my Etsy shops to save time and scale faster

Ever wonder which third-party tools you actually need—and which ones you can skip? This week, I'm breaking down my recommended Etsy seller tools, from free options to need-to-haves, best-to-haves, and nice-to-haves, so you can choose what makes sense for your stage of selling. If you love efficiency and smart systems, you're going to love this tool list. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop ⭐" How to Earn your first $10k on Etsy" Ebook Waitlist: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-ebook ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ➡️ 40 listings free with my link (save $8): https://etsy.me/4jy41Js ➡️ Canva (free) does not allow you to export with transparent background or remove background, no magic studio (erase pixels, grab text, remove elements) https://www.canva.com/ ➡️ Profittree (data, calculator, research, keywords)--- one time fee for lifetime access $67 https://lifetime.profittree.io/?via=lizzie87 Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VO7Ra18ZPTw&t=1s ➡️ Free Chatgpt account (listing descriptions, ideas – product picker, customer responses, etc) ➡️ Try my free product picker tool: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/what-to-sell-on-etsy ➡️ AI image generator tool: Ideogram is best for beginners: https://ideogram.cello.so/9T2aVq0TKWv BEST TO HAVE: ➡️Trendspotting $37 per month (KEEP20 for month 1 at $17) https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/JxNYgLnw ➡️ Canva pro (paid) $15/month https://www.canva.com/ ➡️ Everbee: https://www.everbee.io/?via=lizzie (free version, $29, $99) Tutorial: https://youtu.be/MucPFkvC8sk?si=iyaD0RbMbIp3echw ➡️ Chatgpt (or other LLM like Grok/Gemini) free to $20/month https://chatgpt.com/ ➡️ Professional mockups: $3-7 each—get started for $20-$50 Request my free resource of high converting mockups: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/request-mockups-resource ➡️ Legal Topics: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/legal-topics ➡️ LLC Setup depends on state and varies widely. Operating agreement template (Paige Hulse $475) Use code SMILEY10 for 10% off: ➡️ Single Person LLC Agreement: https://www.shopcreativelaw.com/shop/the-single-person-llc-operating-agreement ➡️ Multi-Member LLC Agreement: https://www.shopcreativelaw.com/shop/multi-member-llc-operating-agreement ➡️ Quickbooks: go through your Etsy shop Finances tab $10-57/month ➡️ Chase Credit Card I use and recommend for Print on Demand (we both get bonus points with this link): https://www.referyourchasecard.com/19u/I9FKMHYBEE ➡️ Printify (print on demand supplier): https://printify.com/ ➡️ My Favorite Cost Effective Shipping Tools from Amazon: —Boxes—search by the size you need: https://amzn.to/48P2BDS -Cost Effective Shipping tape: https://amzn.to/3wvpXw9 -Label printer: https://amzn.to/3HhKuJV -Labels rolls: https://amzn.to/3wv9kRm -Normal printer label sticker sheets: https://amzn.to/48rW4zf -Fragile stickers: https://amzn.to/3ovCzjB -Scale for weighing packages: https://amzn.to/30cfcTT NICE TO HAVE: ➡️ Scaling Society (my all inclusive membership): https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ➡️ Gaming Laptop (for a lot of AI or visuals) https://amzn.to/3Yq6vzO ➡️ Kittl: https://www.kittl.com/ ➡️ Midjourney (AI image generator): https://www.midjourney.com/ ➡️ Lastpass- password saver: https://lastpass.com ➡️Creative Fabrica: https://www.creativefabrica.com/promo/7088/0P693-FGHIJKLMNO/ref/2877703 One month free (up to 10 downloads), Then $9.99/month for All Access Subscription ➡️ Simply Listed—mockup tool (14 day free trial, then $15-30/month): https://simplylisted.io/?via=lizzie ➡️ Hello Custom—personalized POD listings (one time fee $67): https://offer.hellocustom.io/lifetime-offer?affiliate_id=4273827 🟢 Sign up for Etsy's Share and Save Program: https://www.etsy.com/seller-handbook/article/1187231088945 HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/JxNYgLnw ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff Apply to be on the Podcast: https://shorturl.at/skDBs HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/215 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

Jan 8, 202657 min

S1 Ep 214Ep 214 | How to Start an Etsy Shop in 2026 (The Right Way)

Brand new to Etsy or thinking about starting a shop in 2026? I'm walking you through exactly how to get started today—from choosing the right product type and understanding how Etsy really works, to building momentum without overcomplicating things. This episode is equal parts practical and encouraging, designed to help you start smart, stay focused, and actually follow through. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: The Free Training "How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" and information on my Scaling Society for serious Etsy sellers are releasing in just a few days! Let me know if you'd like more info on either of them below, and you'll be the first to know when doors open! ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop ➡️ Profittree: The In Demand badge is BACK!!! Plus tags for every listing. Check out ProfitTree's new product research tool ETSY RADAR: https://lifetime.profittree.io/?via=lizzie87 Get the best profit tracking tool to help you know your numbers AND a product research tool for a one time fee of $67. (completely insane) Profittree Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VO7Ra18ZPTw&t=1s ➡️My favorite (high converting) mockups: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/request-mockups-resource ➡️The Secret Hack to Filter by Best Seller on Etsy: https://youtu.be/IES_sR5WZ2E FAN FAVORITE RESOURCES: 🎙️Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp ✅ 2,000 Digital Product Prompts (only $17): https://lizziesmiley.samcart.com/products/2000-digital-product-prompts 🎉 Lizzie's Coaching Group (one time fee = life time access): https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/lizzie-smiley-s-coaching-group ➡️ Beginner Course: Six Figure Secrets to Getting Started on Etsy: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/six-figure-secrets Use code SAVE50 to save $50 ➡️Trendspotting Membership: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/JxNYgLnw Use code KEEP20 to save $20 on your first month Get weekly emails with a trend report, over 200 high demand listing suggestions (POD/Digital), and a monthly group coaching call! ➡️ Lizzie's AI Workshops: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ai-workshops Save $50 with code SAVE50 ---------------------- FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff Apply to be on the Podcast: https://shorturl.at/skDBs HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/214 💛 A quick heads up — this episode includes a paid sponsor mention. *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

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