Tuesday, August 24, 2010

ETSY, Glorious ETSY

So I promised that I would tell you about Etsy...

Etsy is a social/e-commerce website ~ truly an online shopping experience.  Items include everything from home decor, accessories and furniture, to clothing and jewelry, to arts and crafts.  Pieces range from handmade to vintage items.  It is such a fun shopping experience, and wonderful in the fact that it brings you great finds and unique pieces from individuals and very small businesses all over the country & the world. From people like stay-at-home Mom's, for example, who may otherwise not have the chance to share their creativity on a broad scale.  There are truly thousands of sellers, and such neat items up for grabs at reasonable prices. 

Although there are SO many sellers and SO many items to browse, I find it to be a very well organized and well put-together website.  Inventory is broken down in detail by category as well as by shop name, color, and a variety of other search capabilities.  You are able to track and keep a history of all your purchases.  You can communicate with sellers before and after you make a purchase, as well as provide feedback on your experience with a particular seller.  In "Your Etsy" profile you can also save your favorite sellers so you can easily check back with their store for updated products. 

You HAVE to check it out (although, it is addicting so be careful)!

Also, if you are into blogging (and not just checking my blog because you are family and feel bad for me...hehe) check out Etsy's blog, The Storque.

It really is a creative and fun shopping experience.  I have made many purchases and over time will share sellers with whom I have had wonderful experiences, and who produce great products.

Have a great day!

~E

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