Etsy How to Guide

Discover how to use our Etsy plugin to elevate your store's performance. Our easy-to-follow guide will help you maximize your shop's potential and drive more sales effortlessly!

Step-by-Step Guide

Branding Your Etsy Store

First things first, creating a brand identity is key to making your store stand out. We started by researching popular 3D printed items on Etsy and found that 3D printed vases are both popular and affordable to produce with great margins. You can use Canva, a free online tool, to create your branding.

The branding of your store helps customers recognize and remember you, especially in a crowded marketplace. So, make it distinctive!

Photography & Visuals—Your Sales Powerhouse

Photos are everything on Etsy. They’re the first impression and the deciding factor in whether someone clicks on your product. You can take photos with your phone - no fancy equipment needed -and make sure to include both plain background shots and lifestyle images(vases with flowers, in home settings, etc.) to help potential buyers visualize the products in their spaces.

Also, don’t forget video! Even a simple rotating video of your product helps Etsy push your listings through their social channels like TikTok and Instagram.

Designing & Sourcing 3D Printed Products

You’ll need products before you start selling. In our case, we designed our vases in-house and created a variety of styles to see which would appeal to our audience. Whether you're a designer or not, there are options:

Hire a freelancer on Fiverr
Purchase commercial licenses from Patreon 3D modelers
Use Etsy plugin services to access sellable models

Design Hack: Don’t limit yourself to one item—experiment with variations. Once you see what customers like, focus on optimizing those designs.

Advertising & Sales Promotions

Now that your store is set up, it’s time to get eyes on your products! Etsy’s built-in advertising tool is a must. You can start with a modest budget of $5-$10 per day, which can result in great traffic. Also, running sales to attract those first time buyers. Even though it cuts into your margin, offering discounts can boost your conversion rates, especially for new stores.

Etsy How to Guide

Step-by-Step Guide

Branding Your Etsy Store

Photography & Visuals—Your Sales Powerhouse

Designing & Sourcing 3D Printed Products

Pricing Your Products for Profit

Writing Effective Product Descriptions

Listing Your Products

Advertising & Sales Promotions

Final Thoughts