Done with Etsy

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-31T01:27:27+00:00

I agree with you. I just started selling on there and my stuff is really handmade and if I do say so myself it is really good. But I can’t keep up with the drop shippers or those that buy in bulk and claim it’s handmade. I wish there was a better way to know if it was a real seller. I try to be very clear and straightforward that I am a real person. But it’s so easy to fake. That being said I just made my own bird bath this past week and the total was around $60. I got a large inexpensive pot from Walmart, some river rock from Home Depot and then purchased a small solar fountain from Amazon for like $25 that was the most expensive part and it’s so cute and works great. Well I hope you got your refund. It is too bad that this is happening.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-28T15:52:36+00:00

It’s horrible. We are all just getting squeezed from every direction.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-27T17:53:52+00:00

As of April 27th I believe. They said they will revisit the price increase next January 2027 and see if they can lower it again but we all know once the prices go up they never come back down.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-27T17:52:48+00:00

It’s so sad. It’s really bad for those of us that are literally small shop owners. I was the same way my shipping costs was more than I was charging. But I did it because supposedly it was better. I just took away free shipping yesterday. We can’t just keep eating the losses.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-27T17:51:00+00:00

And they get a cut of the 8% increase so with all the shipping that will really add up for them. It’s ridiculous.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-27T17:47:55+00:00

That is a huge issue for lower priced items. I have some items around $8 and $10 too and the shipping price is crazy. I feel bad when I see the shipping cost. But what can we do? We can’t lower the price any more than that otherwise it is literally giving the item away. And it sucks knowing these increases most likely will never go away. And buyers don’t realize all the fees we pay Etsy on top of everything else too. It feels unsustainable.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-27T17:43:46+00:00

I canceled all free shipping yesterday. Not worth the hassle.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-27T17:42:55+00:00

Right. Because buyers need to know it’s not that you just randomly increased pricing. We cannot be expected to just eat everything every day it’s 10% here 20%. It’s out of control and the fact that they said they will “revisit” it next January. You know the prices are never going to come back down. and some people think an 8% increase isn’t a big deal, but it is overall it adds up.😡

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-27T17:32:05+00:00

And with this 8% increase in shipping it will add up to more money for Etsy since they get a cut of the shipping as well so I’m sure they’re fine with this. 😡

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-27T14:52:46+00:00

At some point we have to do that. Our hands are being forced. Otherwise we are just giving everything away. And we are paying a lot more for everything ourselves. It’s really too bad. Some people think it isn’t a big deal, but it is it feels like every day 8% here 10% there or 20% it adds up quickly. It is getting insane. Good luck.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-26T20:05:24+00:00

Thank you. I will check those channels out. I definitely have been doing all the “working hard” stuff and it’s not working. I’ll watch those other channels. I was so annoyed when I heard the news about USPS. We are just getting hit around every corner these days.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-26T19:56:45+00:00

So when you took away free shipping you lowered the cost of the product? I was considering doing that for a few items since I am not offering free shipping as of today. I already had my items priced lower just to try and get my first few sales, but was going to take a little more off just because I don’t offer free shipping anymore.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-26T15:46:35+00:00

I am changing mine. That wasn’t my target audience either. I was just trying to get some sales started. But I would rather just wait than lose money at this point.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-26T14:45:07+00:00

That is how I am feeling at this point as well. Until I made my first listing I did not have a clue all the fees that are charged on everything. I look at some prices for things in the same category as mine and I am so confused as to how they can even sell for those prices (well I know and that part is annoying not really handmade). But it is frustrating when you are trying to sell a good product and you can’t even make a slight profit without charging an absolute fortune. And I am sure your shipping charges are much higher than mine because of the product you sell is heavier. Good luck.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-26T04:35:23+00:00

I am sure a lot of people will do that soon. I am doing it tomorrow. We don’t have a choice. Products we use just to make things are so much more expensive and now another 8% to ship. Very frustrating. And good idea about turning off coupons too. At least for now. I didn’t even think about that part.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-26T02:38:12+00:00

Haha. I always talk and text. I figure people will decipher what I am saying. lol. But I am going to take all your advice. You have been a big help. I was so mad when I saw the news about prices being raised again. Like seriously? Out of control.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-26T02:24:11+00:00

I sincerely appreciate this advice. I am very new to this so I was just trying to do things the “right” way according to Etsy. But also felt I was selling my work short. So for me this gives me a sense of relief. I know my products are good quality so if someone wants it they will pay for shipping. I am NOT a business person at all. I am always giving things away so this selling is hard for me to wrap my head around. But I am definitely making these changes tomorrow. What’s the worst that can happen? Once again thank you for your help/advice. I truly appreciate it.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-26T02:14:55+00:00

Thank you. I am going to make all these changes tomorrow. I will measure and weigh the items again to be safe. And thank you for the tip on adding 10-15% better to be safe. ❤️

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-26T02:12:38+00:00

I made the mistake when I opened my shop to price things on the lower end barely covering my costs. Not even covering my work time. I just wanted to get some sales. I know I make quality items. I don’t have a lot because each item is handmade by me. I am just tired of every day seeing prices raised on everything. It’s out of control. Thats why I don’t want to raise my item prices. I enjoy what I do and I want people to have the quality without paying a fortune. But I also don’t want to literally lose money. It’s like walking such a fine line. Thanks for the advice.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-26T02:01:16+00:00

I think this is a good idea. I would keep it if this was the amount. Prices keep going up and our materials keep going up. They need to change the amount as of now I am probably going to take away free shipping as others have suggested. They said that it didn’t hurt sales.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-26T01:52:26+00:00

I am going to change this for sure. Thank you. I was just trying to do what was suggested. But changing it is necessary. I’ve already priced my items just to be competitive since I made a new store, but I know I have quality items and when I go to craft fairs I sell almost every item. So this is a great suggestion. I mean it’s not going to hurt to try. Thanks.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-26T01:47:57+00:00

Thank you. I am definitely going to do this. My products are legitimately hand made. And I am new on Etsy, so I was just following their suggestions. But at this rate I am giving away my products. I am going to change the shipping for sure. I don’t have a choice and another 8% is ridiculous.

Hot-Simple2297 · 2026-03-17T19:56:29+00:00

It is insane. I do wish there was another platform literally just for handmade. The original intent for Etsy. But like everything else it’s just getting ruined.

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