Etsy shares the October Shop Checklist & 2022 Holiday Calendar, implements new product attributes, announces 2022 Holiday Shipping Deadlines & surcharge information, and much more…
Etsy Insight issue 22
Happy Friday, everyone! 👋 and welcome to issue no. 22 of the Etsy Insight newsletter!
In this week’s Etsy Insight newsletter, the news is dominated by the coming 2022 holiday season and Etsy’s new information on how to best prepare for it, so go ahead and get familiar with the 2022 holiday calendar and shipping deadlines, along with some surcharge information you should definitely be aware of.
In other news, Etsy also implemented a few new products attributes that you might want to use on your shop’s items, to highlight their sustainability.
This and much more, alongside our usual weekly nuggets: 3 new videos, 3 new articles, 1 success story, 3 new podcast episodes, and 3 new social media posts, all highlighting the Etsy universe.
Let’s go!
Your October Shop Checklist and 2022 Holiday Calendar
With the holiday season fast approaching, we’re excited to share this monthly guide to help you prepare your shop for success. Each month we’ll be highlighting information on key shopping dates, upcoming seller events, and buyer trends based on Etsy search data and industry forecasting.
Etsy Sustainability Survey Bears Fruit with New Product Attributes
Three months ago, Etsy surveyed sellers about ways it could highlight the sustainability of their products. It asked how likely sellers would be to identify their products using nine sustainability terms.
2022 Holiday Shipping Deadlines and Surcharge Information
We know the holiday season can be stressful enough without worrying about shipping deadlines. That’s why we’ve put together this handy guide with the information that’ll help you get things out successfully—so you can focus on delighting your customers. We’ll also share info from the shipping carriers whose labels are available for purchase on Etsy and update that information as new details are released. Make sure to bookmark this article and keep coming back to it through December to stay in the know.
Etsy's top Christmas 2022 trends revealed
With the festive season fast approaching (less than 86 days to be precise), Etsy has released six new trends for Christmas 2022. From mood-boosting hues to après ski style, there's something to help everyone celebrate.
'This festive season, shoppers are prioritising human connections more than ever, and cherishing the communities and relationships that matter most to them,' the team at Etsy say. 'Through so much change over the last few years, these relationships have weathered the storm, making them all the more important to celebrate.'
How to Boost Traffic on Etsy the Quick & Easy Way
Want to know how to boost traffic on Etsy? Do you want to do it the quickest and easiest way possible? The truth is, the holidays are the best time of year for an Etsy seller. Which means now is a great time to boost your Etsy traffic.
So here’s how to do it.
“You Should Sell This On Etsy!”
A Small Critique Of The Pressure To Monetize Your Hobbies
Admit it, you’ve heard this before. Either for a friend or for yourself, you’ve at least had the thought of using talent to make extra dough.
It just makes sense: you’re putting time aside during the day to do something you love, so you might as well be paid for it. Making candles with no intention of selling them after would be, in this world, a waste of time.
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‘Wish I’d done it sooner': Mum's side hustle pays £44k a year for 2 hours of work a week
Grete Somermaa started her side hustle in March 2020 when her family had to close down their family-run restaurant following the pandemic. With two young children to provide for, Grete set up an online business selling digital downloads on Etsy, which has allowed her to stay at home in Estonia while earning an income.
That’s all, folks! Have a great one and we’ll see you next week!