8 Essential Websites Every Etsy Seller Should Use
Summary of "8 Essential Websites Every Etsy Seller Should Use"
Short Summary:
This video provides a list of eight essential websites that Etsy sellers should use to boost their success. The speaker, an experienced Etsy seller, highlights websites for creative assets, design inspiration, market research, and AI-powered tools. These websites offer resources for creating high-quality products, understanding customer needs, and optimizing listings for better visibility. The speaker also emphasizes the importance of becoming an Etsy buyer to gain valuable insights into customer behavior.
Detailed Summary:
Section 1: Introduction (0:00-0:31)
- The speaker introduces themselves as an experienced Etsy seller and states the purpose of the video: to share eight essential websites for Etsy sellers.
Section 2: Creative Assets (0:31-2:20)
- Creative Fabrica (0:31-0:58): This website is a go-to source for fonts, graphics, and other creative assets, particularly for print-on-demand sellers. It offers different licensing options for commercial use.
- Creative Market (0:58-1:26): The speaker shares their personal experience using this website for various creative assets, especially models. They recommend it for showcasing products effectively, particularly for digital or print-on-demand items.
- Ruben Stone Design (1:26-2:20): This website specializes in models and offers a similar selection to Creative Market. The speaker mentions using it for years and recommends it for digital product sellers. They also provide a discount code "Brandon20" for viewers.
Section 3: Inspiration and Research (2:20-3:15)
- Unsplash (2:20-2:48): This website offers free, royalty-free images for use in Etsy listings. The speaker suggests using these images for lifestyle photos and branding purposes.
- Midjourney (2:48-3:15): This AI-powered image generator allows for more customization and control over image creation. The speaker encourages viewers to explore other AI tools and mentions creating future videos on this topic.
Section 4: Market Research (3:15-4:07)
- EverBee (3:15-4:07): This Chrome extension acts as a powerful market research tool for Etsy. The speaker emphasizes its importance for understanding the Etsy market, analyzing competitors, and identifying potential niches. They recommend it as a must-have for Etsy sellers.
Section 5: AI-Powered Tools (4:07-5:15)
- ChatGPT (4:07-5:15): The speaker highlights the versatility of ChatGPT for various tasks, including generating writing ideas, refining grammar, and translating languages. They recommend using it for keyword research, writing product descriptions, and translating shop announcements.
Section 6: Design and Branding (5:15-5:57)
- Canva (5:15-5:57): This design platform offers a user-friendly interface for creating various design elements, including product mockups, logos, and banners. The speaker emphasizes its ease of use and collaboration features, making it a valuable tool for Etsy sellers.
Section 7: Etsy Resources (5:57-6:39)
- Etsy Seller Handbook (5:57-6:39): This official Etsy resource provides valuable information and guidance for Etsy sellers. The speaker recommends it for learning about listing optimization, pricing strategies, and keyword research.
Section 8: Bonus Site (6:39-7:57)
- Etsy.com (6:39-7:57): The speaker encourages Etsy sellers to become active buyers on the platform to gain valuable insights into customer behavior and preferences. They highlight the importance of understanding how customers browse, interact with listings, and make purchasing decisions.
Conclusion (7:57-End)
- The speaker encourages viewers to join their free masterclass for more information on starting and scaling an Etsy shop. They also promote their other resources, including a free product research tool and a blog post on Etsy keywords.