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#137 Etsy Fees UK 2026: What Does Etsy Actually Charge You?
21 Oct 2026
00:10:29
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How much does Etsy actually charge a UK seller in 2026? It's more than just the 6.5% transaction fee. In this episode: The main Etsy fees UK sellers currently pay The difference between transaction and payment-processing fees What the UK Regulatory Operating Fee is Which extra fees only apply in certain situations What to check before deciding whether an Etsy sale is genuinely profitable
You don't need to memorise every fee. You do need to know what is actually coming out of your sales.
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#136 Shipping Etsy Orders to the USA From the UK? What You Need to Know
14 Oct 2026
00:07:22
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Shipping Etsy orders from the UK to US customers has changed, and DDP, tariffs and duties are causing plenty of confusion. In this episode: What changed for US-bound Etsy orders in July 2026 What Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) actually means Why the change matters for Etsy Purchase Protection How Etsy's tariff estimator can help Why US-specific pricing may make more sense than increasing every price
Before switching off US delivery completely, work out what the new rules actually mean for your products and your profit.
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#135 Selling to the EU on Etsy New Packaging Rules Explained
New EU packaging and EPR rules are causing a lot of confusion for Etsy sellers, especially businesses selling from the UK into Europe.
In this episode:
What changed from August 2026
What PPWR and EPR actually mean
Why the rules may affect handmade sellers
Why requirements aren't identical in every EU country
What I'd check before switching off EU delivery
You don't need to become an EU packaging-law expert. You do need to know whether the rules apply to your business.
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#134 Etsy Updates 2026: 3 Changes Sellers Need to Know
Etsy has made several seller changes in 2026, but which ones actually matter to your shop?
In this episode, we'll cover: New DDP requirements for international sellers shipping to US buyers What the US shipping changes could mean for your pricing and postage Etsy's redesigned Payment account New information and appeal options for removed listings What you actually need to do about each change
No giant Etsy-news dump. Just three changes actually worth knowing about.
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#133 How Long Does It Take to Get Your First Sale on Etsy?
Opened your Etsy shop and still waiting for that first order?
In this episode, you'll learn: Why there is no normal number of days to get your first Etsy sale Why comparing your shop with other new sellers can be misleading What to look at instead of just counting days How to tell whether enough buyers have actually seen your products What to do while you're waiting for your first order
Your first sale isn't on a timer. Get useful evidence before you start changing everything.
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#132 Etsy Stats for Beginners: Which Numbers Actually Matter?
Etsy Stats can give you a lot of numbers without necessarily telling you what to do with them.
In this episode, you'll learn: The difference between Etsy visits and views Which Stats I'd look at first as a beginner What conversion rate can and cannot tell you How to use listing Stats to spot useful patterns Why you shouldn't panic over one quiet day
Use your Etsy Stats as clues, not a daily business report card.
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How many listings do you actually need on Etsy before you can expect traffic or sales?
In this episode: Is there a “right” number of Etsy listings? When adding more products can genuinely help When more listings are just creating more work How to tell whether you should expand or improve What to check before aiming for 50 or 100 listings
More listings can help. But only when more is actually the right job.
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Should you use Etsy Ads as a new seller, or are you about to spend money before your listings are ready?
In this episode, we’ll look at when Etsy Ads can help, when they might waste your money, and what to check before turning them on.
You’ll learn: What Etsy Ads can and cannot do Why ads do not fix unclear listings How to know if your listing is ready for more traffic When to wait before using ads What to check before spending money
Use ads as a tool, not a panic button.
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#129 - Why Is My Etsy Shop Getting Views But No Sales?
Getting Etsy views but no sales can feel wildly frustrating, especially when people are clearly clicking but nobody is buying.
In this episode, we’ll look at what Etsy views actually tell you, what they do not tell you, and what to check before changing your whole shop in a panic.
You’ll learn: Why views do not automatically mean sales What buyers may be hesitating over Why more traffic is not always the answer What to check first on a listing with views How to spot the biggest buyer brake in your Etsy listing
Use your views as clues, not proof that everything is broken.
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#128 - How To Price Your Etsy Products: A Walkthrough
Not sure how to price your handmade items on Etsy? You are absolutely not the only one.
In this episode, we’ll look at why guessing your price or copying competitors can cause problems, and what you need to include before deciding what to charge.
You’ll learn: Why materials are only one part of your price Why copying other Etsy sellers can be risky What costs beginners often forget How pricing affects profit and buyer trust What to check first before changing your whole shop
Start with one product. Check the real numbers. No panic-pricing required.
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Should you shorten your Etsy titles, or is that just another thing sellers are panicking about this week?
In this episode, we’ll break down what Etsy’s newer title guidance actually means for handmade sellers and what to change first.
You’ll learn: Why overly long Etsy titles can confuse buyers What “clearer titles” actually means Why keywords still matter, but your title does not do everything alone How to tidy one Etsy title without panic-editing your whole shop What to check next if your listings still are not selling
Start with clarity. Not chaos.
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#126 - Etsy’s New Payment Account Explained: What Sellers Need to Know
Etsy has redesigned its Payment account, and the new Current, Pending and Total balances may look confusing when they first appear.
In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ what Current, Pending and Total mean ✅ where Payment account reserve money now appears ✅ why your Current balance might look negative ✅ how to check whether a payout is delayed or genuinely blocked ✅ which further Payment account changes Etsy says are coming soon
Check the labels before assuming Etsy has pinched your money.
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#125 - Why Your Social Media Isn’t Leading To Sales Yet
Getting views and likes on social media but still not seeing sales? This episode breaks down why being seen is not the same as being understood.
You’ll learn: Why likes do not automatically mean sales What buyers need before they click, DM or buy The difference between visible content and clear content The Seen → Clear → Action → Repeat system Simple fixes for posts that are being ignored What your stats may be telling you
Perfect for handmade sellers who are posting but wondering why it’s not turning into actual sales. ☕
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#124 - Social Media for Beginners: What To Post When You Have No Idea Where To Start
Stuck on what to post for your handmade business? This episode breaks social media down for Etsy beginners who feel completely lost before they even start.
You’ll learn: What actually counts as content The 4 simple post types beginners need Why you don’t need to post every day How to stop overthinking the first line Easy post examples for handmade sellers How social media connects back to Etsy sales
Simple, practical help for handmade sellers who want to stop faffing and start posting. ☕
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#123 - Etsy for Beginners: The Simple Shop Check I’d Do Before Chasing More Views
Before you chase more Etsy views, ads, Pinterest traffic, Instagram posts, or yet another algorithm rumour, check whether your shop is actually ready for buyers.
In this episode, you’ll learn: 👉 Why more traffic won’t fix a confusing Etsy shop 👉 The simple “stranger test” to audit your listings 👉 What to check in your photos, titles, descriptions, pricing, and delivery 👉 How to spot buyer hesitation inside your Etsy shop 👉 What Etsy stats may be telling you about views, clicks, and sales 👉 What to fix before posting everywhere
Perfect for Etsy beginners, new handmade sellers, and quiet shops that need clearer foundations before chasing more traffic. 🧵✨
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#122 - Etsy for Beginners: Why Buyers Don’t Trust New Etsy Shops Yet
Your products might not be the problem. Buyers may be finding your shop, looking around, and leaving because they don’t trust it enough yet.
In this episode, we’re looking at the trust signals every Etsy beginner needs, including:
✨ How to make your shop look finished ✨ What your listing photos need to prove ✨ Why vague descriptions lose buyers ✨ How delivery info affects trust ✨ How to build confidence without lots of reviews ✨ What to check in your Etsy stats
Perfect for handmade sellers who are new to Etsy and want to make their shop feel clearer, safer, and easier to buy from.
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#121 - Etsy for Beginners: Build Your First Product Range Without Making 47 Random Things
This will help you spot where your listings might be confusing buyers, missing key information, or stopping people from clicking and buying.
💡 Are you new to Etsy and wondering how many products you should start with? In this episode, we’re talking about how to build your first Etsy product range without making 47 random things and confusing every poor buyer who lands in your shop. ☕
Because yes, you might be able to make loads of different handmade products.
But that doesn’t mean they all belong in your first Etsy shop range.
You’ll learn: ✨ Why random products confuse Etsy buyers ✨ What a beginner product range actually is ✨ How to choose one clear buyer, occasion, theme, use, or product type ✨ How to build variations instead of reinventing everything ✨ Why 5 to 10 focused listings can be stronger than 40 chaotic ones ✨ How to use Etsy stats to decide what to make next ✨ How to make your shop easier for buyers to understand
This is perfect for Etsy beginners, handmade sellers, and hobbyists who want to turn their products into a proper business without getting stuck in niche panic.
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#120 - Etsy for Beginners: How to Know If Your Handmade Product Is Ready to Sell
This will help you spot what might be stopping buyers from clicking, trusting, and buying from your listings.
💡Thinking about starting an Etsy shop, but not sure if your handmade product is actually ready to sell?
In this episode, we’re talking about one of the biggest mistakes Etsy beginners make: opening a shop before checking whether their product is clear, sellable, repeatable, profitable, and easy for buyers to understand.
Because a product can be beautiful and still not be ready for Etsy yet. Slightly rude, but very useful to know. ☕
You’ll learn: ✨ How to tell if a stranger would understand your product quickly ✨ Why “I like making this” is not the same as “buyers want this” ✨ How to check if your product has a clear buyer, occasion, or purpose ✨ Why repeatability matters for handmade sellers ✨ How to think about pricing and profit before you list ✨ What to look for on Etsy to check buyer demand ✨ How to explain why your product is the right choice
This is perfect if you’re brand new to Etsy, turning your hobby into a handmade business, or feeling overwhelmed by what to sell first.
Mentioned in this episode: 🎧 #116 - Etsy For Beginners: Why Your Listings Aren’t Selling Yet
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#119 - How To Get Your First Etsy Sales Without Posting Everywhere
This Etsy for beginners video shows you what to focus on first when you’re new to
Etsy and want actual sales, not just endless content faff.
What you’ll learn: ✅ Why your Etsy shop needs fixing before you drive traffic ✅ How to get your first Etsy sales without posting everywhere ✅ What simple traffic actually looks like for handmade sellers ✅ Why one platform is enough to start ✅ How to turn views into buyers, not just nosy browsers
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#118 - Etsy SEO For Beginners: Stop Using Random Keywords
10 Jun 2026
00:10:21
Etsy SEO sounds fancy, but honestly? It’s mostly about using the words your buyers are already typing into Etsy.
This Etsy for beginners video is for handmade sellers who are new to Etsy and feel like keywords are some sort of secret code guarded by a very smug algorithm.
They’re not. Promise.
What you’ll learn: What Etsy SEO actually means Why vague keywords hurt your listings How to find buyer-friendly Etsy keywords Where to use keywords in your listing How to start your Etsy shop with clearer, searchable listings
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#117 - How To Start Your Etsy Shop Without Overthinking Everything
03 Jun 2026
00:09:35
Starting your Etsy shop does not need to become a full-blown personality crisis.
If you’re new to Etsy and trying to get everything perfect before you list anything, this Etsy for beginners video will help you focus on what actually matters first.
What you’ll learn: What you actually need before you start your Etsy shop What to stop wasting time on Why your first listings matter more than your branding How to get your Etsy shop live without overthinking What to focus on if you want your first Etsy sales
Start your Etsy shop simply. Fix the basics. Then improve as you go, like a normal human, not a frazzled craft goblin with 19 tabs open.
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#116 - Etsy For Beginners: Why Your Listings Aren’t Selling Yet
27 May 2026
00:10:40
If your Etsy listings aren’t selling yet, don’t panic and don’t start dramatically deleting your entire shop at midnight. Start here.
This free guide, Why Your Etsy Listings Aren’t Selling Yet - and What To Do About It, will help you spot what’s actually stopping shoppers from buying, without the faff.
This Etsy for beginners video is for handmade sellers who are new to Etsy, have listed their products, and are now wondering why the sales are not exactly rolling in like a craft fair stampede.
What you’ll learn: Why “no sales” does not automatically mean your product is bad The listing mistakes that put buyers off Why your title, photos and description need to work together What to fix before you panic about Etsy SEO How to start selling on Etsy with a clearer, calmer plan
New to Etsy? Start your Etsy shop with the basics done properly. No fluff. No dramatic spiralling. Just fix the bit that’s actually broken.
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#115 - Etsy for Beginners: How Hannah Turned Her Hobby Into a Real Handmade Business
20 May 2026
00:29:33
Are you new to Etsy? Or maybe you’ve started selling your handmade products but still feel like you’re winging it with a cup of tea in one hand and mild panic in the other?
In this episode of How to Be a Handmade Boss, I’m chatting with Hannah Kinchin, a ceramicist and potter based in Cornwall, about how she went from making pottery as a hobby to building a real handmade business.
This is a brilliant watch if you’re looking for Etsy for beginners advice, handmade business inspiration, or a proper peek behind the scenes of what it actually takes to turn your creativity into something that makes money.
In this video, you’ll learn: • How Hannah started selling on Etsy • Why getting your foundations right matters so much • How branding, product photography and Etsy listings helped her grow • Why knowing your target market makes selling easier • How she moved from hobby maker to business owner • What changed when she started treating her handmade business seriously • Why creative people absolutely can make money from what they love • Hannah’s advice for anyone just starting out on Etsy
By the end of this episode, you’ll see what’s possible when you stop faffing, start properly, and build your handmade business with intention.
Because yes, you can be financially comfortable doing what you love.
Even if right now your business plan is mostly vibes, clay dust and “I’ll sort that later.”
✨ Connect with Hannah: Instagram: @hannahkinchin Website: hannahkinchinceramics.com
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#114 - Starting an Etsy Shop on a Budget: What to Spend, What to Skip, and What Actually Matters
13 May 2026
00:16:04
Want to start an Etsy shop without spending a fortune? In this episode, I’m breaking down how to start your Etsy shop on a budget without wasting money on the wrong things 💸✨
We’re covering what beginner Etsy sellers should actually spend on first, what to skip for now, how to make your shop feel trustworthy on a tight budget, and how to avoid the classic mistake of throwing money at fluff before you’ve proven the product.
Inside this episode: 🛍️ what to prioritise when your startup budget is small 📸 how to improve your listing photos without expensive gear 📦 budget-friendly packaging that still feels professional 🔎 what your Etsy stats are really telling you 🚫 what not to waste money on when you’re just starting 🧠 how to stay focused so your budget doesn’t vanish into chaos
This is especially for beginner handmade sellers on Etsy, but it’ll help if you sell handmade products on any platform.
I also mention my freebie, Why Your Etsy Listings Aren’t Selling Yet - and What To Do About It, which will help you figure out what might be putting buyers off and what to fix first. 🔗 https://www.handmadebosses.com/whynosales
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#113 - Etsy Shop Not Getting Sales? The Real Reasons Your Shop Feels Quiet
06 May 2026
00:15:46
🙊 If your Etsy shop feels weirdly quiet, this episode is for you.
👻 We’re digging into the real reasons your shop can feel like a ghost town, even when you’re trying hard, tweaking things constantly, and doing “all the right stuff.” We cover the difference between a traffic problem and a conversion problem, how robotic SEO can quietly kill clicks, why cluttered product photos put buyers off, and what a confusing storefront does to trust.
Inside this episode, you’ll learn: 💡 how to tell whether your Etsy problem is visibility or conversion 💡 why keyword-stuffed titles can make buyers scroll straight past 💡 what your first listing photo actually needs to do 💡 how muddled branding creates hesitation 💡 what buyers are thinking when they land on your product pages 💡 what to check in your Etsy stats before you start changing everything 💡 how to make your shop feel clearer, stronger, and easier to buy from
This is a proper Etsy shop audit-style episode for beginner handmade sellers who want more than generic advice.
The bigger Handmade Bosses growth system behind this kind of diagnosis is rooted in getting clear on what’s keeping sellers stuck and building a business with clarity, confidence, and direction, rather than chasing random tactics.
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#112 The Best Daily Etsy To-Do List for Beginners (Without the Overwhelm)
29 Apr 2026
00:13:37
Feeling overwhelmed by Etsy? 😵💫 Not sure what to do first in your handmade shop, or constantly bouncing between 47 half-finished tasks? This episode is your reset.
In this beginner-friendly Etsy episode, I’m walking you through a simple one Etsy task a day plan to help you grow your shop without the chaos. We’re covering what actually counts as a needle-moving Etsy task, what’s just busywork, and how to build a weekly rhythm that helps you improve traffic, trust, and conversion one small step at a time.
If you’ve been avoiding your shop because everything feels too much, this will help you figure out what to focus on first, what to stop wasting time on, and how to keep momentum going even if you’ve only got 10 minutes.
Inside this episode: 🧡 how to decide what Etsy task matters most today 🧡 the difference between real progress and busywork 🧡 a simple weekly Etsy routine for beginners 🧡 daily tasks for traffic, listing quality, trust, content, and review 🧡 what to check in Etsy stats so you know what to fix next 🧡 how to keep growing your handmade business without overwhelm
This is mainly for new Etsy sellers, but the advice will help on any platform where you’re selling handmade products. 🛍️
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#111 Are Your Etsy Prices Too Low? A Simple Handmade Pricing Method for Beginners
22 Apr 2026
00:17:40
Pricing handmade products on Etsy can feel weirdly stressful, especially when you’re scared of charging too much, undercharging yourself, or getting it completely wrong.
In this episode, I’m walking you through a simple beginner-friendly way to price handmade products for Etsy without using spreadsheets or overcomplicating it.
We cover: 💸 the bare minimum numbers you actually need 💸 how to include your time in your prices 💸 why so many handmade sellers undercharge 💸 how buyer psychology affects what feels “worth it” 💸 when pricing is the real issue, and when it’s actually a listing or conversion problem 💸 what to check in your Etsy shop before lowering your prices
This is mainly for beginner Etsy sellers, but the pricing advice applies on any platform if you sell handmade products.
If you’ve been guessing your prices, copying competitors, or changing numbers every time you wobble, this will help you build a much more solid pricing method.
It’ll help you spot what’s actually stopping buyers from converting so you can fix the right thing first.
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#110 Starting Etsy Without a Perfect Niche: What Beginners Should Do Instead
15 Apr 2026
00:22:49
Do you need a niche to start on Etsy?
Yes… but not in the rigid, overcomplicated way the internet makes it sound.
In this episode, I’m breaking down how beginner Etsy sellers can choose a niche without boxing themselves in too early. We’re talking about the difference between having a clear starting direction and being all over the shop, how to test product ideas properly, and how to use Etsy data like views, favourites, and search terms to refine your niche over time.
Inside this episode, you’ll learn: 👉 how to choose an Etsy niche when you’re just starting 👉 why “perfect niche” advice causes paralysis 👉 the difference between intentional testing and random product chaos 👉 how buyers actually experience your shop when they land cold 👉 what your first listings can tell you about what’s working 👉 how to refine your Etsy niche based on clicks, favourites, and sales 👉 how this advice applies on Etsy and other handmade selling platforms too
This is for handmade sellers who feel stuck because they think they need their whole brand figured out before they can start. You don’t. You need a smart starting lane, real buyer feedback, and a way to build from evidence instead of guesswork.
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It’ll help you spot what buyers might be hesitating over, so you can fix the bits that are quietly hurting your sales.
This episode also lines up with the early-stage focus on narrowing your niche, choosing a direction, and learning from real market feedback instead of waiting for perfect clarity
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#109 How to Write Etsy Listings Like a Human (That Actually Get Sales)
08 Apr 2026
00:18:38
If your Etsy listing sounds awkward, stiff, or like you panicked and copied bits from 12 other shops… this one’s for you.
Because here’s the thing: your traffic probably isn’t the problem. Your listing just isn’t doing its job yet.
In this episode, I’m showing new Etsy sellers how to write Etsy listings like a real human (without ditching SEO), so buyers actually understand what you’re selling and feel confident enough to click Add to basket.
We cover: ✅T he simple Etsy listing structure that works for any handmade product ✅ How to write Etsy titles that sound normal but still include keywords ✅ The first 3 lines of your Etsy description that matter most (because people SCAN) ✅ What to write when you don’t know what buyers care about yet ✅ How to use bullet points + FAQs to reduce “Should I buy this?” hesitation ✅ Why keyword stuffing makes your listings worse (and what to do instead)
🧠 Plus: I teach the Buyer Brain Map (what people are actually looking for when they read a listing) and the Listing Anatomy you can copy/paste into every product description.
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#108 - What to Do This Week If You’re New to Etsy (A Simple Plan)
01 Apr 2026
00:13:44
If you’re new to Etsy and everything feels messy, overwhelming, or like you’re doing loads but getting nowhere… this video is your reset.
In this episode, I walk you through a simple, calm weekly plan for Etsy beginners and early-stage sellers who feel stuck, scattered, or unsure what to focus on next.
We cover: – What to actually work on this week (not everything) – The one thing to stop doing if you want momentum – How to build progress without burnout – Why doing less in the right order leads to more sales
This is for you if: – You’re brand new to Etsy – You’ve made a few sales but it feels chaotic – You’re busy all the time but not confident it’s working – You keep tweaking everything and hoping something clicks
No hype. No massive to-do list.
Just a clear next step so you can move forward without frying your brain.
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#107 - Etsy SEO for Beginners (Without the Algorithm Panic)
25 Mar 2026
00:15:13
Etsy SEO feels confusing on purpose.
And if you’re brand new (or stuck with low sales), most of what you’ve been told is just adding panic, not progress.
In this episode, I break down Etsy SEO for beginners in plain English.
No algorithm fear. No trending keywords. No constant listing refreshing.
We cover: ✨ How Etsy search actually works (without the jargon) ✨ What keywords are… and what they’re not ✨ Where keywords matter, and where they really don’t ✨ Why refreshing listings doesn’t magically fix low sales ✨ What to focus on instead if you want steady progress
This is calm, grounded SEO that helps you understand what Etsy needs and what buyers need – especially if you’re early-stage and trying to make your first proper sales.
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#106 - Your First Etsy Listings: What Actually Matters (Beginner Friendly)
18 Mar 2026
00:20:10
Struggling to make sense of your Etsy listings?
In this episode, Steph breaks down what actually matters when creating Etsy listings that convert - without SEO overwhelm or overthinking.
You’ll learn: • What makes someone click a listing • Photos vs titles vs descriptions (in the right order) • A simple listing structure you can follow • What NOT to obsess over yet
Perfect for early-stage Etsy sellers who want clarity, not chaos.
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#105 “How to Set Up an Etsy Shop Without Overthinking Everything”
11 Mar 2026
00:20:39
If you’re stuck setting up your Etsy shop and haven’t made your first sale yet, this video is for you.
In this episode, Steph breaks down the bare minimum you actually need to open an Etsy shop properly, without overthinking, over-preparing, or faffing with things that don’t matter yet.
This is for complete beginners who feel “busy” but not progressing and want clear permission to stop tweaking and start selling.
You’ll learn: 👉 What you must set up before opening your Etsy shop (and what can wait) 👉 How to avoid setup limbo and perfection paralysis 👉 What a “good enough” Etsy listing actually looks like 👉 The most common beginner mistakes that waste weeks 👉 How to know when your shop is ready to go live
No branding chat. No social media talk.
Just practical, Etsy-only advice for getting your first product listed and published.
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#104 “Brand New to Etsy? Watch This Before You Do Anything Else”
04 Mar 2026
00:22:58
Just opened an Etsy shop and already feel overwhelmed?
This video is your calm reset.
I’m breaking down what Etsy actually expects from brand new sellers, what you can completely stop worrying about for now, and why feeling lost at the start doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong.
If you’re new to Etsy and want to start without panic, guesswork, or burning out before your first proper sale, watch this before you do anything else.
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#103 - 5 Real Ways to Make Money With Canva (The Honest Version for Etsy Sellers)
25 Feb 2026
00:21:59
Canva can make you money.
But if you’re treating it like a shortcut to passive income, you’ll just end up with a very tidy Canva folder and… no sales.
In this video, I’m breaking down 5 real ways to make money with Canva in 2026.
No hype. No “sell one template and retire”. Just honest, workable routes that actually make sense, especially if you sell on Etsy.
You’ll learn: 👉 The 5 Canva money routes that actually work 👉 Exactly what to create for each one (not vague ideas) 👉 How to price Canva products so they sell and make sense 👉 How to list them on Etsy without making it a whole personality 👉 The biggest Canva mistake that makes buyers bounce (yes, it’s common)
This is for you if: 👉 You’ve tried printables or templates and nothing happened 👉 You keep tweaking designs instead of getting paid 👉 You want Canva to support a real business, not become another time sink 👉 I’ve seen thousands of handmade sellers try Canva, digital products, and “quick wins”.
The ones who make money design for buyers, not vibes.
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#102 - My 2026 Etsy Profit Playbook: How Six-Figure Shops Are Actually Built (Without Burnout)
18 Feb 2026
00:21:06
If you’re stuck around £100–£2k a month on Etsy and your current plan is “maybe I just need more products”…
we need to talk.
In this episode, I’m breaking down my 2026 Etsy profit playbook and how six-figure Etsy shops are actually built - quietly, calmly, and without burning yourself into the ground.
This isn’t hustle advice.
It’s structure, clarity, and knowing what actually moves the needle.
We’ll cover: 👉Why more products usually stall growth (not scale it) 👉The difference between niche depth and niche hopping 👉How six-figure shops design product ranges for repeat buyers 👉Why “Reels and pray” is not a business model 👉Pricing in a way that supports a real human life 👉The systems that replace panic posting and guessing
If your shop feels busy but not profitable, this episode is probably going to feel a bit personal - in a helpful way.
I’m Steph. I’ve been selling and coaching handmade businesses since 2016, and I’ve seen exactly where sellers get stuck… and what actually helps them break through.
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#101 - Etsy Views But No Sales? Fix Your Listings So They Actually Convert (2026)
11 Feb 2026
00:19:11
Getting Etsy views but no sales can feel maddening.
Because if people are clicking… why aren’t they buying?
In this podcast, I’m breaking down why Etsy listings get views but don’t convert, and exactly how to fix it without:
- more traffic - more posting - or weeks of faffing with SEO
If your shop feels busy but not profitable, this is almost always a listing problem, not an algorithm problem.
We’ll cover: - Why clicks ≠ sales (and what buyers actually need to feel safe buying) - The photo mistakes that quietly kill conversions - How to write descriptions that reduce doubt instead of waffling - What your pricing is really saying to buyers - The boring-but-profitable fixes that turn views into orders
This is about conversion, not hustle. Clarity, not more noise.
I’m Steph. I’ve been selling on Etsy since 2016 and coaching handmade business owners for years, and this is one of the biggest patterns I see again and again.
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#100 - How Top 0.1% Etsy Sellers Got There And Why You're Falling Behind
04 Feb 2026
00:24:14
Ever look at another Etsy shop and think
“How are they doing that… when I’m working just as hard?”
Same platform.
Same niche.
Same handmade chaos.
Yet some Etsy sellers quietly scale while others feel permanently behind.
In this video, I’m breaking down how the top 0.1% of Etsy sellers actually got there and why you might feel like you’re falling behind, even though you’re doing all the things.
Spoiler:
It’s not luck.
It’s not talent.
And it’s not the Etsy algorithm hating you personally.
We’ll talk about:
The habits top Etsy sellers repeat (that no one puts in Reels)
Why “overnight success” is a myth that keeps sellers stuck
The difference between running a shop and running a business
Why pricing, listings, and systems matter more than motivation
How to stop guessing and start making calm, confident decisions
If your Etsy shop feels busy but not productive, this video will probably hit a nerve.
I’m Steph. I’ve been running my own handmade business since 2016 and have coached thousands of Etsy sellers. I’ve seen what actually moves the needle and what just creates noise.
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#99 - How to Start Selling on Etsy in 5 Simple Steps (Etsy Shop for Beginners Step by Step Walk Through)
28 Jan 2026
00:27:18
Want to start selling on Etsy but feel completely overwhelmed by SEO, fees, rules, and everyone shouting different advice at you?
In this video, I’m walking you through how to start selling on Etsy in 5 simple steps, without melting your brain, overthinking your shop, or feeling like you need a business degree to get started.
This is a calm, beginner-friendly Etsy setup guide for 2026 and beyond, especially if you’re:
Brand new to Etsy
Stuck in research mode and not actually opening your shop
Confused about what you’re allowed to sell
Worried about SEO, pricing, or “doing it wrong”
We’ll cover:
What you can (and can’t) sell on Etsy
How to set up the business basics without a massive faff
Opening your Etsy shop without obsessing over perfection
Creating products that actually have a chance of selling
Writing listings and starting marketing so people can find you
By the end, you’ll know exactly what to do next, instead of spinning in circles on Pinterest and Facebook groups.
I’m Steph. I’ve been a full-time handmade business owner since 2016, and I now coach makers through Etsy, marketing, and turning side hustles into proper income.
☕ Grab a cuppa, hit play, and let’s get your Etsy shop open.
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#98 -The Etsy 2026 Trend Report
21 Jan 2026
00:22:07
You keep hearing people talk about Etsy trends for 2026…
but what does that actually mean for your Etsy shop, your products, and your income?
In this video, I’m breaking down the handmade economy in 2026 and the trends that actually matter for handmade sellers. Not vague predictions. Not Pinterest aesthetics. Real shifts in buyer behaviour and how to turn them into products, listings, and content that sell.
We’ll cover:
What the handmade economy really looks like heading into 2026
The biggest consumer behaviour shifts affecting Etsy sellers
Trend buckets you can plug your existing products into (without starting from scratch)
How trends show up on Etsy search, Pinterest, Instagram, and TikTok
How to research Etsy trends yourself so you’re not guessing
A simple, calm action plan to get your shop 2026-ready without overwhelm
This is about positioning, not panic.
Trends are seasoning, not a personality transplant.
If you want your Etsy shop to feel relevant, useful, and desirable in 2026 (without burning yourself out), this one’s for you.
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You keep hearing rumours about Etsy updates, fee changes, algorithm tweaks and “big changes coming in 2026”… and it’s enough to make any seller panic.
In this episode, I’m breaking down how to future-proof your Etsy shop without trying to predict every update or burning yourself out in the process.
We’ll talk honestly about why Etsy is always changing, what you can and can’t control, and how to build a business that doesn’t fall apart every time Etsy moves a button.
You’ll learn: • Why waiting for Etsy to “settle down” is a trap • What future-proofing actually means (and what it doesn’t) • How to stop relying on Etsy search as your only traffic source • Simple ways to start owning your audience with email • Product and SEO strategies that survive algorithm changes • How to build a money safety net so slow months don’t derail you
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This episode is for handmade sellers who want to move into 2026 feeling calmer, more prepared, and more in control of their business.
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If Etsy changes make you nervous, this one will steady your head.
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#96 - Etsy's Post-Holiday Slump: Strategies to Thrive After Christmas Sales
07 Jan 2026
00:24:53
January hit… and your Etsy sales fell off a cliff?
Before you spiral, open Indeed, or convince yourself your shop is doomed, take a breath. This episode is here to talk you down and give you a clear, calm plan for navigating the post-Christmas slump without burning everything to the ground.
In this episode, Steph walks you through why January sales drops are completely normal for handmade businesses, how to read your December Etsy stats properly, and the small, practical tweaks that actually make a difference when things go quiet.
You’ll learn how to: • Understand what’s really happening after Christmas (and why it’s not a failure) • Use your December data to make smarter decisions instead of emotional ones • Refresh best-selling products for the new year without creating new work • Set up simple January offers that don’t add to overwhelm • Choose one off-Etsy marketing channel to steady your sales • Build a realistic, calm January plan you can actually stick to
This isn’t about hustling harder or reinventing your entire business.
It’s about knowing which levers to pull when sales slow down… and pulling them with confidence.
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#95 - BEST OF 2025 - #7 Starting a new Etsy shop or Handmade business? This is your to-do list
31 Dec 2025
00:55:55
Holiday Replay: Our 2nd Most-Popular Episode of 2025 🤶
🎅 We’re rerunning the Start-Your-Shop Checklist because it helped a ton of makers stop faffing and finally launch. No waffle. No scare tactics. Just the order of steps that actually works.
What you’ll learn:
A simple setup that makes you want to sit down and create
Target market + niche, done without a headache
A USP that isn’t “I make it with love”
Naming your shop (short, memorable, available everywhere)
Legal bits + money basics without the panic
Your first 10 products, priced so you actually make profit
Test → tweak → photos (and a quick 15s video)
Packaging that looks polished, not pricey
Shipping you can rely on
A one-platform “home hub” so you’re not shouting into the void
A tidy launch plan with drafts ready to go
Pop in your earbuds, grab a cuppa, and let’s get you open without the overwhelm.
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- Steph 🎄 xoxo
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#94 - BEST OF 2025 - #1 - The Beginner's Guide to the Etsy Algorithm
24 Dec 2025
00:42:02
Holiday Replay: Best of 2025 ☃️
We’re re-running our most-downloaded episode of the year - the no-fluff beginner’s guide to the Etsy algorithm. No scare tactics. No clickbait. Just how it actually works and what to do next.
In this episode, you’ll learn: • The two-step search process: query matching → ranking (and why “Page 1” isn’t universal anymore) • The 7 signals Etsy uses: relevance, listing quality score, recency, customer & marketplace experience, postage price, translations, shopper habits • Why changes take 60–90 days to settle (so stop tweaking every week) • How reviews + conversion rate nudge you higher • A simple postage strategy (when to roll shipping into your price) • Why exact-phrase keywords beat jumbled ones and quick tools to research them • The manual-renew trick so you actually revisit and improve listings
Perfect if you’re tired of feeling at the mercy of “the algorithm” and want clear actions that move the needle.
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Steph 🎄
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#93 - “Your niche is your flag - plant it, own it, and never deviate.”
17 Dec 2025
00:40:37
Right. Meet Gemma from Wild & Gem – archaeologist-turned-jeweller capturing real bits of the outdoors and turning them into wearable moments. 🌿✨
In this chat we get practical, not precious: • 📸 iPhone photos that actually sell – no fancy kit, just light and intention • 🎯 Your niche is your flag – plant it, own it, stick to it • 💬 Shout your standout on every listing and post • 🧭 Use envy like a compass to find what you really want • 🐢 The tortoise strategy – small, steady moves that stack • 🛍️ From first markets to gallery stock – visibility without the ick • 🤝 Why community turns lonely building into confident action
If you’ve been hiding behind your products, second-guessing your prices, or waiting for “perfect” photos, this episode is your nudge. Listen in, take one idea, implement it today, and let it snowball. ☕️🚀
✨ Psst… posting still feels heavy?
Grab Social Media Sidekick (SMS) for plug-and-play captions, weekly prompts, and a simple plan so you can post in 20 minutes and get back to making. Join here: https://www.handmadebosses.com/sms This is the same membership Gem uses to help her with her socials.
Get your monthly content plan, post ideas, templates and tools to help you stay visible, promote your products and make social media easier through Christmas and all year round.
🎁 Join by 26th October for the limited-time Handmade Bosses Planner bonus, plus over £1,180 in bonuses.
🔒 Closes 29th October at 8pm UK time.
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#92 - How To Post Consistently (Even When You’ve Got Kids, Orders, and No Brain Space Left)
10 Dec 2025
00:20:25
If you’re spinning plates, drowning in orders, and trying to post on Instagram while reheating your tea for the fourth time - this episode’s for you.
Steph shares her real-life four-step system to stay consistent on social media even when life feels chaotic. No 5am alarms. No “just push through” advice. Just a simple rhythm that actually works - especially if your energy and focus fluctuate (hello, ADHD friends 👋).
You’ll learn: 💡 The 4P framework: Plan, Prepare, Post, Protect 🧠 How to create content around your energy, not the clock 📅 The five-minute monthly map that stops decision fatigue 🛑 Why “motivation” is a myth and structure is your secret weapon 💬 And how to use “going wide vs going deep” to balance growth and sales posts
This is your permission slip to make social media easier, not heavier.
Ready to skip the overwhelm? 👉 Join the Social Media Sidekick (SMS) and get your captions, Canva templates, and strategy done for you each month: https://www.handmadebosses.com/sms
Get your monthly content plan, post ideas, templates and tools to help you stay visible, promote your products and make social media easier through Christmas and all year round.
🎁 Join by 26th October for the limited-time Handmade Bosses Planner bonus, plus over £1,180 in bonuses.
🔒 Closes 29th October at 8pm UK time.
👉 https://www.handmadebosses.com/smsfix
#91 - How To Fix Your “No One Sees My Posts” Problem (Without Spending a Penny)
03 Dec 2025
00:13:28
If you’ve ever hit “post” on Instagram and heard crickets… this one’s for you.
In this episode, Steph breaks down a simple 15-minute visibility routine that’ll wake your account back up and get your posts seen again – without spending a penny on ads. You’ll learn exactly what to do before, during, and after you post so the algorithm knows you’re alive and active, not just shouting into the void.
No hacks, no fluff – just a proven rhythm that warms up your audience, boosts your reach, and brings your posts back to life (fast).
🎯 You’ll learn: • Why your account isn’t “shadowbanned” – it’s just gone quiet • The 3-step 15-minute visibility routine • How to post smart, not hard • What to do after you hit publish to double your reach
💡 Ready to take the guesswork out of social media? 👉 Join the Social Media Sidekick (SMS) for plug-and-post captions, Canva templates, and done-for-you content each month: https://www.handmadebosses.com/sms
Get your monthly content plan, post ideas, templates and tools to help you stay visible, promote your products and make social media easier through Christmas and all year round.
🎁 Join by 26th October for the limited-time Handmade Bosses Planner bonus, plus over £1,180 in bonuses.
🔒 Closes 29th October at 8pm UK time.
👉 https://www.handmadebosses.com/smsfix
#90 - How To Stop Spending 2 Hours On a Post That Gets 12 Views
26 Nov 2025
00:14:10
If you’ve ever found yourself spending hours in Canva, tweaking fonts and colours, only to post something that gets… crickets - this episode is for you.
I’m walking you through a simple, six-step workflow to create scroll-stopping social posts in 20 minutes or less - that actually lead to sales. You’ll learn how to: ✨ Pin down the exact buyer moment your post needs to speak to ✨ Choose the right angle (pain, feeling, or transformation) ✨ Write a hook that stops the scroll in 3 seconds flat ✨ Use the REI method to write your captions faster ✨ Add share/save triggers that double your reach ✨ Create visuals that attract buyers - without fancy gear
If your content feels like a full-time job with part-time results, this workflow will change everything.
💡 Want all your hooks, captions, Canva templates, and shot lists done for you every month? Join the Social Media Sidekick (SMS) – it’s your shortcut to consistent, strategic content that sells: 👉 https://www.handmadebosses.com/sms
📱 Social Media Sidekick is OPEN!
Get your monthly content plan, post ideas, templates and tools to help you stay visible, promote your products and make social media easier through Christmas and all year round.
🎁 Join by 26th October for the limited-time Handmade Bosses Planner bonus, plus over £1,180 in bonuses.
🔒 Closes 29th October at 8pm UK time.
👉 https://www.handmadebosses.com/smsfix
#89 - Struggling to Charge What You’re Worth? Let’s Talk.
19 Nov 2025
00:16:22
Are you secretly undercharging for your handmade products or terrified to raise your prices in case sales dry up?
In this episode, Steph gets real about why so many makers struggle to charge what they’re worth.
You’ll learn how self-esteem and pricing are deeply connected, why handmade buyers want to pay more, and how undercharging keeps you stuck in burnout mode.
Steph shares real coaching insights, simple mindset shifts, and practical next steps to help you price with confidence (and stop apologising for your worth).
If you’ve ever thought, “I can’t charge that much,” this episode will help you see your products, and yourself, in a completely new light.
✨ Tune in, take notes, and get ready to charge your worth without the guilt.
📱 Social Media Sidekick is OPEN!
Get your monthly content plan, post ideas, templates and tools to help you stay visible, promote your products and make social media easier through Christmas and all year round.
🎁 Join by 26th October for the limited-time Handmade Bosses Planner bonus, plus over £1,180 in bonuses.
🔒 Closes 29th October at 8pm UK time.
👉 https://www.handmadebosses.com/smsfix
#88 - How to Get Your First 100 Email Subscribers in Just One Weekend
12 Nov 2025
00:14:51
What if by Sunday night you could have 100 new subscribers on your list - real people who love your products and want to hear from you? In this episode, Steph walks you through her simple, no-tech, no-stress method to build your email list this weekend.
Forget funnels, websites, or overthinking every detail. You’ll learn:
✨ How to pick a freebie that your ideal customer actually wants
✨ The quickest way to create a landing page (even without a website)
✨ Where to share it so people actually sign up
✨ Why messy action beats perfect plans every time
If you’ve been stuck thinking “I’ll do it when I have time,” this episode will give you the nudge (and the plan) to finally start.
🎁 Want the step-by-step templates and walkthroughs mentioned in this episode?
Get your monthly content plan, post ideas, templates and tools to help you stay visible, promote your products and make social media easier through Christmas and all year round.
🎁 Join by 26th October for the limited-time Handmade Bosses Planner bonus, plus over £1,180 in bonuses.