How to Start a Home-based Etsy Business

by Gina Luker

Money.msn.com has named being an Etsy-based Business Operator one of the top ten ideas for retirees. Etsy receives more than 10 million unique views per This market both young and old is ideal to target with a specialized How to Start business book that goes beyond that of our craft book and focus solely on how to gain presence on Etsy.

Genres: Business, Nonfiction, Crafts

192 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2014

About the author

Gina Luker is the author of the popular DIY blog The Shabby Creek Cottage and owner of the successful Etsy shop The Shabby Creek Shop. She is a writer, photographer, and lover of all things handmade. Her work has been featured by Etsy and in many magazines, including Brides Magazine, Somerset Home, and Romantic Homes. She wades through life, one project at a time, alongside her husband and children.

Reviews

[Patricia Herlevi · Rating 4 out of 5]

I recently opened an Etsy Shop for my astrology practice. Since I had no idea how to sell on Etsy, I headed to the library where I fond Gina Luker's informative book. Not only does the author offer readers a wealth of information on how to run a successful Etsy business, she writes in a compelling style. I enjoyed reading this book and gleaning the wisdom in it.

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think this is a great resource for Etsy sellers! I only read the Chapters that pertained to me since my Etsy business has been in operation for over a year. But still learned a lot about marketing and Social Media. I am working on updating my keywords and working on some of the specific SEO things mentioned in the book.

[Jo · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good general advice but light on the financial side. Nothing to speak of on taxes, shipping, financial records (except the advice to get an accountant). It did have good info on keywords, SEO, photos, and choosing whether to offer read to ship or made to order or custom products. Pretty good info on social media and marketing too.

[Kerry - Readkerryread · Rating 3 out of 5]

I thought this was good and well I feel like it gave good information it wasn't great. It was very specific to her path and her type of business. I didn't feel like it was general enough.

[Ahndrea Sprattling · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book! Soon I will have an Esty shop online. I have to buy the book

[Lise · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's a very good, basic guide. It breaks things down clearly.