October marks my 5 year anniversary on Etsy! It's been a fun journey full of learning! Before Etsy I had an online shop for a year with an embarrassing
number of sales. My dream of having a career as an artist and writer was
looking pretty dismal. Once I took a chance on opening an Etsy shop things gradually changed. On top of decent online sales, I
learned a lot of valuable information about running a craft business
from the forums and from Etsy articles. I learned the ins and outs of
craft fairs and how to pick up wholesale accounts. Having a support
system of other artists at my fingertips (via their forums) and a steady paycheck from
things I'd made, made me confident about working harder and never
quitting. And of course... In 2009, I got a book deal and released a full color art
memoir with SEAL PRESS, titled, "Sweet Charlotte's Seventh Mistake". Brag, brag, brag. :)
I'm not sure what the future will bring with our 2nd US recession, but I'm
feeling pretty confident that my business will continue to grow and the
work will still be there. I sincerely think there is an art
movement afoot! People want to and will buy handmade when they have the option... and
our presence as working artists and dedication to our work via Etsy gives them the chance.
New in shop:
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| Dia de los Muertos sugar skull earrings |
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| Mexican Talavera tile bracelet |
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| Alhambra Islamic tile earrings |
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| Portuguese tile cabochon drop earrings |
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| Mexican tile cabochon drop earrings |
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| Portuguese tile hair clip |
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