Etsy 2017: The Love, the Mess, and the Chaos

Before I start talking about Etsy in 2017, I want to ask one simple question about 2017 in general.  Where did it go?  I'm not saying that just because it's the typical thing to say at the beginning of the new year.  I'm saying it because I really don't know.  I was so buried under way too many priorities that the year just slipped through my fingers.  Therefore, my New Year's Resolution is just for me to find time to relax and do things for me.  Hopefully, I stick with that past January 15.  I've been doing well so far, but the crazy parts of the year haven't yet set in.

Anyway...on to Etsy.

2017 was a HUGE year for Gillywing Creates.  Not only did I have a set of custom images designed for a logo, banner, custom orders, etc., I made my first two sales and had more people stopping by than ever before. 2017 was the year Gillywing Creates became more than just a hobby-it became a beloved priority.  

This would not have been possible without two wonderful ladies, Jenny (from Fuzzy and Birch) and Renae Christine (from Rich Mom Business).  Their advice was so helpful!  Both ladies are always very quick to reply to emails and are willing to go above and beyond the assistance that they advertise.  They are the best mentors I could have hoped for.  

2017 also saw an increase of social media as Gillywing Creates now has profiles on Instagram and Twitter.  I have loved the experience of using both of these!  The FaceBook page has been wonderful, but I would rather have the communication experience of Twitter and Instagram so that I am sure to give the best customer service possible.

Unfortunately, there were some rough bits.  I wanted this blog to truly grow in 2017.  That did not happen.  I got lazy and just left it alone.  I'm really looking forward to growing the blog this year.  

I also found out that I have been going about Etsy in a very nonchalant way and that is not helping me to grow Gillywing Creates as the shop I have in my vision.  I am looking forward to creating product lines and doing a much better job of customer service and engagement.

Lastly, the chaos.  I have so many things that I want to try making that I'm all over the place.  I would love to hear what you are interested in!  Please stop by Gillywing Creates and tell me what you think I'm missing.    

Let's make 2018 a wonderful year together.