I was wondering how people sell arts/crafts so well on ebay, when mine, just as good, does nothing?
This is more details as to what I mean. Mostly it is a craft I’m referring too. I see some making lots of good money on their items. When I put mine on, it hardly gets bids. Mine is as good, or better than many of these, and I don’t want to sound conceited. Others say so, and I’ve even seen it with other folks. Anyway, is it because I’m just starting out and I should give it some time to build up loyal repeat customers? Or is there something I’m missing here, it really puzzles me. I’ve did everything the same as the other person’s listing too! I would REALLY be thankful if someone that sells really well on ebay could enlighten me. Maybe, if it is time involved, how long it took before you started selling your crafts. It just amazes me I can sell something of just a good as quality for $30.00, when someone else sells something similar for hundreds. I would love to get into selling that way, but I need help. Especially from those with experience and might give me some helpful information
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There are a lot of sites to join, such as Livejournal, My space Etsy, etc. where there are a lot of crafters/artists. They all get to know each other and share what they are making and get to know each other and they blog about things. It gets your name out there and believe me, it does get passed around. Its a lot of fun if you avoid the drama and most of these people do pretty good with selling their art. Go on the Yahoo Groups area and search for the types of crafts you are interested in and join some clubs. If you participate, it really gets your name out there as well. It takes a little time to get to know people but once you do, it helps a lot. Lots of discussions to be had in these groups. Good luck, hope this helps.
Name recognition will always help. I make tote bags out of recycled jeans. I have a shop on etsy. The shop is free and the listings are 20 cents each. Each listing lasts 4 months. They’re is a small final value fee when you make a sale but it is much less than ebay. Keep trying. I was told by a local artisan that farmers markets and local craft fairs were very good too. I havent tried it yet but I am looking into it.
Good Luck!
I sell on eBay. The best time to sell is before Christmas. Right now it’s a little slow.
I have noticed that some people may not charge much for their items, but charge a lot for shipping.
Make sure your title has key search words in it. It does not have to make a lot of since.
Don’t drag on and on about your item, but make sure you give all the details so people don’t have to email or guess what you are trying to say.
Have something that is really unique helps, too.
I have been to 2 craft fairs and not sold a thing. I usually do best word of mouth. I just put some of my watches in a new florist/gift shop in town and getting good response.
Hope this helps.
Not trying to spam, but will put my eBay store below if you want to look to see what I do.
I have a website – http://www.fitzgeraldcoaches.com.au – & if you go to my link page you will see another auction site that you can try. Maybe your problem is that ebay is to big & you get lost in the crowd. I know I will never buy off ebay again as they do not prevent fraud sites linking off them.
I know you are trying not to get reported for spam, but it is hard to help without the specifics.
Are you sure your listings are the same as theirs? Lots of keywords, perfect spelling and grammar, a good impression as opposed to a sob story or a bunch of stuff about yourself and your family & pets? Is the shipping clear and reasonable?
How are your pictures? Are they blurry, or is there anything home-y in the background? On the Ebay message boards, I have seen people say that they will not buy an item if the picture shows the seller’s floor, or the couch where they might have eaten chee-tos, or the bed where they sleep and drool and who knows what else. Silly, but it does affect sales.
How is your feedback? Buy some things to build up your rating. If your stuff is good, you should be able to sell to someone in your neighborhood, but get them to buy it from you on Ebay so you can earn feedback.
Find a disinterested 3rd party, not a friend, to look at your items and give an honest appraisal, or post a picture so the people here can evaluate it for you. We’re honest but we want you to succeed, too!
Cheaper listings on other sites are fine, except that after you finish selling to the other crafters who list there, there are no more customers. They don’t advertise except to tell their members to spam people like us.
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