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How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy

How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy

Lizzie Smiley 235 Episodes Sep 17, 2026

This podcast is for anyone looking to launch, grow, pivot, or scale their Etsy shop, or develop the mindset and skills to run their own business. Host Lizzie Smiley, a work-at-home mom with multiple online companies and a full-time Etsy shop, shares insights on business, mindset, Etsy, creativity, and customer service. The show aims to inspire and provide practical advice for entrepreneurs balancing work and family.

Episodes

Ep 251 | The AI Systems We're Using to Work Smarter on Etsy -with Becca and Jason
Ep 251 | The AI Systems We're Using to Work Smarter on Etsy -with Becca and Jason Sep 17, 2026 01:08:15 AI is changing the way we run our Etsy businesses– and we're going way beyond design. In this roundtable, Jason, Becca, and I are sharing the AI systems and workflows we're actually using for SEO, analytics, listing descriptions, trending aesthetics, listing graphics, size charts, and more. Think ChatGPT, Claude, EverBee, custom skills, and even "AI employees" that are helping us work smarter and
Ep 250 | The Etsy Seller's Guide to Claude -with Kalyca Zarich
Ep 250 | The Etsy Seller's Guide to Claude -with Kalyca Zarich Sep 10, 2026 51:42 EPISODE DETAILS:   Do you keep hearing that Claude is awesome but have no grid for how to actually use it to grow your Etsy shop? Join my business strategist, Kalyca Zarich, and me as we unpack how AI-- specifically Claude-- can work like a team of micro employees, automating parts of your business and giving you back TIME. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by E
Ep 249 | The Hottest Etsy Trends Right Now
Ep 249 | The Hottest Etsy Trends Right Now Sep 3, 2026 48:27 Q4 trends are taking over Etsy—and some familiar favorites are back with a very 2026 twist! We're talking about the aesthetics, typography, seasons, and design styles I'm seeing gain momentum right now, plus a peek at Pinterest's latest trend data to help us spot what could be coming next. If you're creating for fall and the holiday season, these are the trends you'll want on your radar.  **"How t
Ep 248 | How Digital Products Added $2K/Month to His Handmade Etsy Shop -with Preston Cox
Ep 248 | How Digital Products Added $2K/Month to His Handmade Etsy Shop -with Preston Cox Aug 27, 2026 01:06:46 Preston was one of my very first Etsy students back in 2021—and has since grown his laser engraving shop enough to replace the income from FOUR jobs! This spring, he and his wife challenged themselves to add 1,000 digital laser files to their already successful handmade shop, and the result was an additional $2K/month in passive income. Tune in to hear how they did it and why adding a digital comp
Ep 247 | She Built a Greeting Card Empire on Etsy and Beyond- with Ellie Blake
Ep 247 | She Built a Greeting Card Empire on Etsy and Beyond- with Ellie Blake Aug 20, 2026 57:06 Ellie Blake has built a greeting card business that's grown far beyond Etsy, with over 39,000 sales and a thriving presence on Shopify and Faire. In this conversation, she shares the strategies that fueled her growth, what she'd do differently if she were starting today, and practical tips to help you build a business that lasts. No matter what you sell, Ellie's brilliant advice will inspire you a
Ep 246 | Legal Updates, AI Mockups, and Protecting your Etsy Shop -with Attorney Paige Hulse
Ep 246 | Legal Updates, AI Mockups, and Protecting your Etsy Shop -with Attorney Paige Hulse Aug 13, 2026 57:57 Attorney Paige Hulse is back to break down the biggest legal updates affecting Etsy sellers—from AI-generated products and copyright to protecting your intellectual property, avoiding common mistakes, and staying ahead of rapidly changing laws. You'll walk away with practical guidance to help you confidently use AI while building a legally sound business.  **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not
Ep 245 | Over $14k earned in Junk Journal Ephemera -with Ren Zeringue
Ep 245 | Over $14k earned in Junk Journal Ephemera -with Ren Zeringue Aug 6, 2026 56:49 After a few years of trial and error– testing handmade and POD products on Etsy– Ren has finally found her place in digital products for scrapbooking enthusiasts. She went from 200-4,800 sales in 12 months and a healthy passive income that more than covers her daughter's pre-school. Tune in to hear how she's using Claude to work more efficiently, how Scaling Society has helped her growth, and her
Ep 244 | The Biggest Announcement We've Ever Made for Etsy Sellers
Ep 244 | The Biggest Announcement We've Ever Made for Etsy Sellers Jul 30, 2026 59:26 Today we're finally sharing a huge announcement we've been keeping under wraps, and we couldn't think of a better way to celebrate than by talking all things Print-on-Demand. We cover the biggest beginner questions, common misconceptions, product ideas, niche research, and what it really takes to build a successful POD shop on Etsy in 2026.  **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated wit
Ep 243 | The Kittl Workflow That's Changing Etsy Businesses -with Jason Pagliaro
Ep 243 | The Kittl Workflow That's Changing Etsy Businesses -with Jason Pagliaro Jul 23, 2026 59:56 If you're ready to work smarter instead of harder, this episode is for you. Jason shares how Kittl automations can dramatically speed up your design process, create stronger brand consistency, and eliminate repetitive tasks that slow Etsy sellers down. We also explore how AI has evolved over the past year, why Kittl stands out from other design tools, and practical strategies for scaling your shop
Ep 242 | Why Most Print on Demand Shops Stay Stuck at $500/Month - with HeatherStudio
Ep 242 | Why Most Print on Demand Shops Stay Stuck at $500/Month - with HeatherStudio Jul 16, 2026 47:37 Print on Demand can still be an incredible business model– but most sellers never make it past a few hundred dollars a month. In this episode, Heather and I unpack the habits, decisions, and blind spots that separate hobby shops from thriving businesses, including what successful POD sellers are doing differently in today's market. If your shop feels stuck, this conversation will help you focus on
Ep 241 | Your Guide to Q4 Etsy Planning
Ep 241 | Your Guide to Q4 Etsy Planning Jul 9, 2026 01:01:18 Q4 is the biggest sales opportunity of the year on Etsy — but the sellers who win it aren't the ones who scramble in October. In this episode, I'm walking you through a step-by-step Q4 planning timeline starting in July, the tips that will set your shop up to convert during the holiday rush, and the one habit that separates the sellers who grow every year from the ones who stay stuck wondering why
Ep 240 | How Carrie Built a Sticker Brand People Can't Stop Buying From - with Sweary Carrie
Ep 240 | How Carrie Built a Sticker Brand People Can't Stop Buying From - with Sweary Carrie Jul 2, 2026 59:12 Sticker queen Sweary Carrie is back for round two, and we're talking sticker trends, bestselling styles, unexpected hits, and customer expectations. We also dive into increasing average order value, expanding into products like patches and buttons, and the wild world of customer reviews. If you loved our first sticker episode, this one is packed with even more insider insights and honest behind-th

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