It’s every sellers nightmare. In efforts to remain competitive in this online market you offered too much of a discount on shipping and you end up spending more to ship the item than what the buyer paid for it. I made my first sale today with my new vintage shop on etsy, ClutterCult. Unfortunately I made that same rookie mistake and grossly underestimated the shipping cost. After I finished packaging my item it weight a whopping 4 pounds! So deceptive. These bowls are so much lighter than any pyrex dishes, yet it still weighed 4 pounds? Yikes I’ve never mailed anything so heavy. It wasn’t a total nightmare I still came out a tiny bit ahead, but I better shape up fast if I ever hope to make any kind of profit I do want this to be business after all. Oh well lesson learned I need to double check all the shipping amounts in my shop and re-weight all my items adding extra weight for the box and packing materials necessary to keep these precious items safe. Well you live and learn. I also was not aware that packages over 13oz can not be sent first class mail.
MammaRachel on Etsy – Feedback
At the end of 2009 my etsy store sales hit 69! Not a bad for the first 6 months. Aw so close to 70, oh well 70 is for 2010 I guess. This boost in sales from the Holiday Season also put a rise in my positive feed back. They say the feedback for etsy sellers is not as critical as ebay feedback, but I am truly greatful to all the customers who took the time to leave positive feedback.
Thank You
MammaRachel on Etsy – Feedback.
| Neutral: 0 | Negative: 0 |
| Comment | From | Date | Image | Item | ||
| The hats were a big hit! Thanks so much! | lil6ir8ffe | 1/08/2010 | Mario and Luigi Hat Set | |||
| incoherentfish | 1/05/2010 | Vintage Mr. Men and Little Miss Thermos | ||||
| My nephew is going to love his Christmas gift! Thanks so much, super fast shipping! | Beanmama524 | 12/18/2009 | Super Mario Hat (Kids and Adult Small) | |||
| My son has been wearing these non-stop! | 255karenb | 12/14/2009 | Mario and Luigi Hat Set | |||
| Thanks so much! I cannot believe how quickly these got to me! Thanks for my extra cutter too! |
megsietrew | 12/11/2009 | 4 Suits Playing Card Cookie Cutters Set | |||
| SugarNinja | 12/11/2009 | Mario and Luigi Hat Set | ||||
| These are perfect! And so cute! | bijouxbandits | 12/06/2009 | Mario and Luigi Hat Set | |||
| bowsinbloom | 11/27/2009 | Super Mario Hat (Kids and Adult Small) |
Etsy :: Hot Pink iPod Nano Duct Tape Handbag
After 6 Months on Etsy this bag FINALLY SOLD. I had just about given up on it and almost removed it from my shop the day before it sold. I won’t be re-listing it because it did take me a long time to make and I ran out of duct tape a few months back, lol, but if you want a HOT pink or any other color iPod Nano style duct tape bag contact me on Etsy and request a custom order. This bag is made entirely out of DUCT TAPE! ![]()
http://www.MammaRachel.etsy.com
Soft Soled Baby Shoes for less
Soft soled baby shoes are said to be the best thing for babies and tots that are still learning how to walk. Soft soled shoes allow them to still “feel” the ground with their feet so they can wear shoes to protect their feet with out hindering balance and coordination. My son who is 15 months old and still not walking has given me plenty of time to shop around for soft soled shoes, and once he decides to get up and go I don’t want anything (like thick hard soled uncomfortable shoes) to get in his way.
We live in Hawaii so most of the time he goes barefoot. Like a lot of children in Hawaii he doesn’t like shoes when it’s time to wear them because he’s so used to going with out them. Remember we don’t wear our shoes in the house either. Robeeze is the popular brand of soft shoes for babies and tots. I’ve been looking for something comparable to Robeeze soft soled style baby shoes for some time now. I like Robeeze but hate the price. $30 for a brand new pair at Baby Gap. I was over joyed to find this little shop on Etsy, all the way from Canada, littlejumpingbeans. I’ve seen other soft soled baby shoes on etsy, but by far these are the best ones on Etsy, and only $14 a pair! I also love the fabric and designs. LittleJumpingBeans‘s shoes are made out of high quality designer fabrics and cute Kawaii imported Japanese fabrics.
The design I chose has little blue and green guitars on it. What caught my eye with these shoes are the little grippy dots used for the soles.
Description
Flexible, Cozy, Fun
These soft soled baby shoes are perfect for little growing feet! Robeez style, but without the higher price!
? Made with a cool blue and green imported japanese guitar print on a white background with a few mnusical notes!
? Please choose a size and put in “notes to seller” at check out.
Size 0-6 months with a 4″ sole
Size 6-12 months with a 4.5″ sole
Size 12-18 months with a 5″ sole,
? Shoes have a generous toe box for lots of wiggle room! Great to help those little feet develop!
? Shoes are fully lined with a green cotton!
? The sole is made from white grippy dots!
Can’t wait for mine to arrive. There are so many cute designs I think I’m going to get a pair for my baby on the way, so I can buy one of the little girl designs.
Here are some of my other favorite designs.
UPDATE: Yay! my Shoes just arrived!
Excellent Quality, Super Fast Shipping & so Cute. My baby likes to Play with the little bumps on the bottom.
For more Unique Handmade Items on Etsy Check out:Some of my Etsy Favorites- Unique Christmas Gift Ideas
For Mommy and Baby related posts check out: DIY Tutorials For Moms N Moms To Be
Vintage Tupperware Collectibles Update
Just added a new listing in MammaRachel’sEtsyShop for a Set of 3 Vintage Tupperware Bowls. They look like ice cream bowls to me. I tried searching for similar bowls online, but I haven’t found anything close or nearly as cute. Perfect for any vintage kitchen. Great Christmas Gift for anyone with a kitchen, lol or anyone that likes ice cream. Get it before it sells out like all my Vintage and Collectible items on Etsy once they sell they won’t be relisted unless I stumble across another one. Item is in good condition, no funky smells. Ships First Class Mail. I also Ship International for Canadian, Australian and other buyers
Thanks for looking.
I love Vintage Tupperware!
If it doesn’t sell for the holidays I’ll gladly add to my collection of vintage tupperware.
New Listing!- Vintage Tupperware Canister Harvest Orange
Description
This listing is for a Cute little Vintage Tupperware Canister from the Harvest collection Orange. Fill this little container with cookies or candy. Press button lid creates an air tight seal to keep bugs out and freshness in.
Washing Machine not Included
This item is in good condition.
It holds 2/1/4 Cups .5 Liter
Ships First Class
If you have any questions please convo me.
Vintage Kitchen Collection
Tupperware enthusiast can check out my other blog post : Remember This? Vintage Tupperware



















