I Need to See Detailed Photos

by Sherrie Nagle
(Fort Worth)

When I buy handcrafted jewelry I tend to buy it at Etsy.com. Though you can't actually touch and examine the jewelry in person, I think there are a lot of advantages to this sort of marketing versus, say, a craft fair.

First, good photography can illuminate small details that I wouldn't necessarily see if I were looking at a whole booth full of merchandise.

That would be my biggest tip for crafters looking to sell stuff online - learn to take really nice, really high-quality photos. I know that's the biggest draw when I'm looking at places like Etsy.

I've bought for both myself and others, particularly for birthdays and holidays. If I liked an artist enough, I absolutely frequent that online shop again.

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I Need to See Detailed Photos

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Thank You!
by: Melissa Zurick

Thanks for taking the time to write a comment! I've learned a lot reading these comments!

Melissa

I'm hoping my Etsy site attracts buyers like you.
by: Katherine E

Thank you for mentioning Etsy as a great site to find really hand made (by Artisans) jewelry. Since I have joined as a shop owner, I have enjoyed the friendship of other shop owners and I like the creativity and originality I have seen there. Since I am new to internet selling, I am learning all the time from great tips like Rena's collection.
Please come and see my work and by all means, leave me comments and helpful advice. Thank you Rena. I appreciate your efforts to help us to be successful. K
http://www.PolymerBeadJewelry.etsy.com

Thanks!
by: Linda G.

Thanks for sharing! I am learning a lot.

Linda G.
LinnyGirl Designs
www.linnygirldesigns.com

Worth a thousand words
by: Beata

Thank you for your comments.
You are absolutely right. As the old saying goes--"A picture is worth a thousand words."

www.beata007.etsy.com

Thanks for shopping on Etsy
by: Sheila

It's so nice to hear of all the people who want unique handmade jewelry! This is a great site Rena,thanks. Check out my new Etsy store
www.stonedesignsbysheila.etsy.com

Thanks
by: Anonymous

Thank you for your advice about the pictures. As a newbie on etsy I can use a lot of such tips. Please visit my site and feel free to leave more tips!

Lalita

www.mystikah.etsy.com

I'm learning too!
by: Heidi

Thank you for your input, it's so important to the learning process. I have good sales at both fairs and home shows, and am wondering why my on line salse are non-existent so far. All this feedback is so very helpful! I think I have top notch pics and descriptions of the jewelry, maybe it's the exposure I need to step up?

Thanks!
by: Laurie

Thanks so much for this comment. As a relatively new jewelry seller on Etsy, I appreciate all the help I can get. I think I may have some photos to retake! But still, feel free to stop by & check out my shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/lauriescustomcreate

New on Etsy
by: Alea and Brenda

Thanks so much for your advice. It's nice to know how customers feel. It's your advice that helps us improve. My daughter and I have tried to take really good photos. Please let us know your thoughts.
AListDesigns@etsy.com