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Etsy Seller Interviews

We've interviewed some of the most successful sellers to get their best advice. Learn how they got their first sale, their best tips for selling on Etsy, how they attract customers to their shop, and much more!

Tara and Jill

Etsy Seller Interview with Jill of ForStrangeWomen

Jill is the owner and founder of For Strange Women on Etsy. They create and sell natural perfume, connecting you to the forest. All the products are manufactured in house, and Jill has patiently developed her inventory in a span of ten years! She’s had an amazing journey since 2009, building one of the most popular perfume stores on Etsy and generating more than 41.000 sales!

Etsy Seller Interview with Albina of Benittamoko

Albina is the owner and founder of Benittamoko on Etsy. She designs and sells body jewelry such as cuffs, climber hoops, and piercing earrings. Her jewelry collection is minimalist with a touch of Middle Eastern color. She’s had an amazing journey since 2015, building one of the most popular minimalist jewelry stores on Etsy and generating more than 79,000 sales!

Etsy Seller Interview with Melissa of ElegantRoseBoutique

Melissa is the owner and founder of ElegantRoseBoutique on Etsy. They create and sell handmade soap, spa gift sets, and natural soap. Melissa got the inspiration to start an Etsy shop from her daughter’s successful shop. She’s had an amazing journey since 2008, building one of the most popular soap stores on Etsy and generating more than 43,000 sales!

Etsy Seller Interview with Heather of FINCHandHARE

Heather is the owner and founder of FINCHANDHARE on Etsy. They design and sell somewhat inappropriate cards and gifts. Heather started small with a small collection of cards, and she developed her inventory successfully. She’s had an amazing journey since 2012, building one of the most popular card and gift stores on Etsy and generating more than 56,000 sales!

Etsy Seller Interview with Lana of LanaOCrystal

Lana is the owner and founder of LanaOCrystal on Etsy. She handmakes and sells modern, vintage, and bridal collection jewelry. Lana is the last born among six siblings, who have always told her she is creative. This fueled her to start jewelry-making! She’s had an amazing journey since 2009, building one of the most popular jewelry stores on Etsy and generating more than 38,000 sales!

Etsy Seller Interview with Diana of SlickandBoogers

Diana is the owner and founder of SlickandBoogers on Etsy. She creates and sells outfits for Cake Smash, Birthday, and Special Occasions. Diana began her business by making cute outfits for her niece, and she specialized in birthday outfits. She’s had an amazing journey since 2013, building one of the most popular theme outfit stores on Etsy and generating more than 72,000 sales!

Etsy Seller Interview with Alyssa of theCopperPoppy

Alyssa is the owner and founder of the Copper Poppy on Etsy. They create and sell custom hand-stamped pet ID tags, jewelry, and accessories. Alyssa started this business when she could not find what she wanted in the market. She has successfully turned it into a family business. She’s had an amazing journey since 2010, building one of the most popular Pet ID Tag stores on Etsy and generating more than 52.000 sales!

Etsy Seller Interview with Sara of RainwaterBotanicals

Sara is the owner and founder of Rainwater Botanicals on Etsy. They create and sell personal hygiene products that are natural and affordable. Sara started this as a hobby and developed it into a successful family-run business! She’s had an amazing journey since 2008, building one of the most popular personal hygiene stores on Etsy and generating more than 67,000 sales!