Ever had a listing randomly vanish from Etsy with no explanation? 😳 Or maybe you’ve heard whispers about copyright crackdowns and policy changes that left you wondering if your shop is truly “safe”? 🫣

In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how Etsy’s policies work in 2025 and how you can protect your handmade business without losing sleep or second-guessing every listing. 😌

💻 We’ll walk through the real reasons Etsy updates its rules, the most common mistakes sellers make (yep, even without realising it), and what Etsy’s new focus on transparency means for you. 🕵️‍♀️✨

You’ll learn:
✅ What Etsy’s “House Rules” really mean
📝 4 key best practices every seller should follow
🚫 The most common IP mistakes (and how to avoid takedowns)
🔍 Why Etsy is finally shifting from punishment to seller support
📌 A simple 2-step action plan to protect your shop this week

This isn’t about scaring you, it’s about empowering you. 💪

Because when you know the rules, you can sell with confidence and clarity. 🛍️🎉

🔗 Etsy policies https://www.etsy.com/legal/sellers/

🔗 The Ultimate Guide to Etsy Policy https://www.etsy.com/uk/seller-handbook/article/22398703823?ref=handbook

🌞 Ready to make £1k in just 1 week... without ads, endless posting or overwhelm?

Join us for the ☀️ Summer Sales Sprint: £1k in 1 Week Challenge...☀️ happening 16–20 June inside our private Facebook group!

✨ Free daily live trainings

✨ Action steps to start making sales

✨ Real results (even with a small audience!)

🚀 Sign up here (it’s free!)

🎯 Not sure what’s blocking your sales? Take the free 90-second quiz: Take the quiz

🌟 PS: Love the podcast? Please leave a review, it helps more handmade sellers find our community and resources!

✨ Free resources: Want to move forward without paying yet?

✨ Work with us for deeper, transformative support

✨ Join my free live mini workshops on YouTube + Facebook most Mondays!

📲 Follow us on Instagram for the latest content, videos, workshops & updates.

Keep creating 💙,

Steph & Team HB xox

😩 You’re posting on socials, updating your Etsy listings, and maybe even running the occasional sale... but still not seeing consistent orders? Let’s clear this up once and for all.

In this episode, Steph breaks down the real reason you’re not getting sales and no, it’s not the algorithm, your branding, or even your prices. It’s your messaging and once you fix it, everything shifts. 👩‍🔧

We’ll cover:
• What your customer really needs to hear before they buy
• The 3-part messaging fix that turns browsers into buyers
• Real-life examples to help you reframe your product descriptions, captions, and more
• A simple mindset shift that’ll change the way you sell forever

☀️ If you’re ready to make sales feel way easier (and way more you), this one’s a must-listen... especially with the Sellathon Summer Sales Sprint kicking off soon!

🔗 Episode 58 - Why Your Sales Are Inconsistent (And How to Fix It for Good) - Podcast and YouTube

🔗 Episode 59 - How Handmade Sellers Are Making £1k in Just 7 Days (Without a Huge Audience) - Podcast and YouTube

🔗 Join the Sellathon Sprint - https://www.handmadebosses.com/sellathonsprint

🌞 Ready to make £1k in just 1 week... without ads, endless posting or overwhelm?

Join us for the ☀️ Summer Sales Sprint: £1k in 1 Week Challenge...☀️ happening 16–20 June inside our private Facebook group!

✨ Free daily live trainings

✨ Action steps to start making sales

✨ Real results (even with a small audience!)

🚀 Sign up here (it’s free!)

🎯 Not sure what’s blocking your sales? Take the free 90-second quiz: Take the quiz

🌟 PS: Love the podcast? Please leave a review, it helps more handmade sellers find our community and resources!

✨ Free resources: Want to move forward without paying yet?

✨ Work with us for deeper, transformative support

✨ Join my free live mini workshops on YouTube + Facebook most Mondays!

📲 Follow us on Instagram for the latest content, videos, workshops & updates.

Keep creating 💙,

Steph & Team HB xox

Etsy just dropped their Q1 2025 financial report… and there’s more to it than just numbers. In this episode, I’m breaking down what the latest earnings reveal about where Etsy is heading, how it’s affecting sellers like you, and the big changes to Etsy’s search algorithm - including the now-official Q Score.

If you’ve ever felt in the dark about how Etsy decides who gets seen (and who doesn’t), this episode is your spotlight. The Q Score isn’t brand new, but it’s now a named, structured part of Etsy’s AI tools and for the first time, they’re giving us actual tips on how to improve it.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• What Etsy’s latest financials really mean for sellers
• Why your customer service and shop quality matter more than ever
• 5 simple ways to improve your Q Score and stay ahead of the algorithm

Whether you’re a seasoned seller or just getting started, this is a must-listen if you want to stay ahead of Etsy’s changes... without the fluff or overwhelm.

Because Etsy success should be doable, not mysterious 💛

🌞 Ready to make £1k in just 1 week... without ads, endless posting or overwhelm?

Join us for the ☀️ Summer Sales Sprint: £1k in 1 Week Challenge...☀️ happening 16–20 June inside our private Facebook group!

✨ Free daily live trainings

✨ Action steps to start making sales

✨ Real results (even with a small audience!)

🚀 Sign up here (it’s free!)

🎯 Not sure what’s blocking your sales? Take the free 90-second quiz: Take the quiz

🌟 PS: Love the podcast? Please leave a review, it helps more handmade sellers find our community and resources!

✨ Free resources: Want to move forward without paying yet?

✨ Work with us for deeper, transformative support

✨ Join my free live mini workshops on YouTube + Facebook most Mondays!

📲 Follow us on Instagram for the latest content, videos, workshops & updates.

Keep creating 💙,

Steph & Team HB xox