Etsy Journey Video ~ Sharing My Etsy Shop Story ~ Moving the Etsy Shop

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3 жыл бұрын

This definitely has been one of the harder videos to film. I want to share my business story without sounding boastful about it. I hope you will find this video motivational and encouraging if you are thinking of starting an Etsy shop or business. If I can do this sort of thing, you can too! :)
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@Omayra2212 3 жыл бұрын

Mary, you are a wonderful "showcase" of God's grace and character. Thank you for taking us along in your journey. I am sure many more blessings wait ahead. Congratulations!

@melindaclements308 3 жыл бұрын

You are someone special!!!

@janeevans4758 3 жыл бұрын

Mary you totally deserve every single ounce of success you have! You have worked so hard to get where you are today,Your humble & take nothing for granted, you are a beautiful soul and just so lovely and I just feel that your entire family are so proud of you. Well done Mary and I look forward to many more years of watching you. 😊

@shanimarais9695 3 жыл бұрын

NOTHING makes me happier than to see a person that works as hard as you succeed! Your humility and love for others is so humbling and admirable. I love your channel, I love what you do and how you do it. May God bless you in abundance and allow your business to grow even more. You're an inspiration and an absolute role model to us ladies 40+, not to mention the younger impressionable generations. So proud of you Mary, your accomplishments feel as though they are my own!

@poodlegirl55 3 жыл бұрын

Who else is thinking...can't wait to see what she does with that basement!???

@lindarobertson6793 3 жыл бұрын

Canning maybe?

@vicki9298 3 жыл бұрын

Me me me

@bettypecoraro8104 3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking about that too. A local grocery had that same kind of ceiling and they sprayed it black. It was amazing how the pipes etc. receded. It gave the ceiling kind of an industrial feel. The walls were white which was a sharp contrast but still a light and airy feel.

@poodlegirl55 3 жыл бұрын

@@bettypecoraro8104 She already spray painted it white in another video and it was a horrible tough job. Don't think she'll want to repeat that!

@bettypecoraro8104 3 жыл бұрын

@@poodlegirl55 I know she did, but I was visualizing in my mind what it would look like after seeing it at the grocery store.

@J_acke 3 жыл бұрын

Mary, You could never be boastful. Appreciate your heart and your channel. 👍😊

@jewliebeans9381 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the inspiration! I'm a mom that works over 40 hours a week and I've always wanted to do something like what you do. I paused the video and spoke to my husband about it and he was like "go for it!" And then I finished the video! Love your channel and content I've been following for years now and I love how much you have grown!

@kathyihle9275 3 жыл бұрын

You are an inspiration. I love that you also share your views and your love of the Lord. Its a great reminder that all of our successes comes from him. I look forward to every Wednesday!

@justme-on7bn 3 жыл бұрын

Mary’s success comes from her own hard work.

@kathyihle9275 3 жыл бұрын

@@justme-on7bn couldnt agree more!! She has taken what the Lord has blessed her with and shared with others. She is a very talented and hard working lady.

@stephanieraymoure5886 3 жыл бұрын

You never ever come across as boastful. You are for sure an inspiration!! Thank you for sharing all your talents with us!! Love,love , love your videos!

@knut982 3 жыл бұрын

Through all your highs and lows Mary you never fail to give thanks. We are truly grateful for all the beautiful and inspiring things you have created and we certainly hope you will keep them coming.

@jewv2231 3 жыл бұрын

You have such great helpers, and not only does your shop provide income for you, it helps them too. I love it! Great story, great space, and a great Mary! Thank you!

@marthacarrillo6781 3 жыл бұрын

One word: Inspirational!

@janiceshanks7923 3 жыл бұрын

She definitely is! I agree wholeheartedly ❤️

@DonnaK 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! I am recovering from cancer and received a cricut machine at Christmas.I have a storage shed filled with antique glassware, my idea is to make items out of them. You have inspired me to give an Etsy shop a try. I have been struggling to learn the cricut, I think I’ve got the basics. Just wanted you to know you are an inspiration!

@gwencook4405 3 жыл бұрын

You are amazing and incredibly special! Thank you for your inspiration and your kindness! You share more than your talents, you share the goodness inside of your heart and that is truly a blessing for all of us! Hugs

@rachelmiranda1870 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for giving the subscribers encouragement how building an Etsey Shop is possible. You are one of my favorite channel.

@tinamounce5488 3 жыл бұрын

It’s amazing to see how God has blessed your business and family. I have loved watching your channel over the years.

@angiestelzer1064 3 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed watching your Etsy / KZfaq journey. You are such a hard worker and so creative. Love your style! Your Niece is such a blessing as well.

@colleenstephens4122 3 жыл бұрын

You are such an inspiration to me! Your love for the Lord shines through You!. GOD Bless You, Your Family and Bussiness!

@guyladawdy586 3 жыл бұрын

I look forward every Wednesday to your video! REALLY I do.... Just like a kid at Christmas! :)

@firinne870 3 жыл бұрын

Me too! ❤️

@Kara050909 3 жыл бұрын

Me three!

@lisagandara8557 3 жыл бұрын

Very inspirational!!! I started my own business in November of 2020 but thought to myself "Who would want to buy my products? I'm just one in so many that sell what I make?" But you have inspired me to try out Etsy. Thank you for the encouragement!!!

@boymomlxx781 3 жыл бұрын

Very encouraging, I want to retire when youngest son starts/completes college while I’m still young! This has encouraged me for sure - I’ve done for 27 years what I needed to do , I want to do what I WANT to do while I can!!! Thanks ❤️

@MK-hz2bn Жыл бұрын

Same here. 2 more years of my son in college and hopefully my husband and I will be home free. Lol

@peaceatferngully8369 3 жыл бұрын

What a blessing for me to see this video today I've been praying for a way to earn money using my gifts and doing things I love I've never heard of an Etsy shop before crazy I know because I have been watching you for over a year🤷

@dalenenash508 3 жыл бұрын

My sister and i, here in South Africa, both started our own little side businesses. You were my inspiration to go ahead and start. I sent this video for her to watch for inspiration. Mary! You rock!

@ellenloveeggleston3251 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Mary. I absolutely love your channel. I always think, "OH! IT'S WEDNESDAY! I GET TO SEE MARY!" I am so proud of how your business is doing! I love your channel, and I think it is so great that you are able to bless so many with work and an income. I just ordered one of your candles and a pink heart for our Valentine's celebration. I have never smelled such a lovely candle! I can't wait to get some more! And they are not bad for you! God bless you, sweet Mary. I love your sweet, humble, Christian heart. I just got on KZfaq last year, and yours was my first channel...and still my favorite!

@cherylgorecki2064 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful and spacious space. I run my Etsy shop in a spare bed room in our home. Its a little tight with multiple sewing machines out all the time but I have a beautiful view of a large old tree with many birds in the summer. Its my sewing sanctuary.

@amyd3477 3 жыл бұрын

I always giggle when you say "far out". It's so cute! Thank you for the inspiring story and the beautiful products you make.

@sarahscott9138 3 жыл бұрын

I loved seeing you laugh and smile with your husband! Y’all are so cute. You are so talented and exactly where God wants you to be.

@happyanna840 3 жыл бұрын

This was so very encouraging to me... I recently restarted my youtube channel and opened a small modest clothing resale shop on poshmark and I'm determined to stick it out with these ventures. After watching this video, I see what some determination abd faith can do. Excited to push forward while using past failures as a stepping stone! May the Lord continue to bless you, your family and your business 🤍🤍🤍

@dianeboileau2026 3 жыл бұрын

One thing I have learned about you Mary is that you are not afraid of hard work! You deserve the success that your Etsy shop and KZfaq channel have brought you! Thank you so much for sharing this video with us and enjoy your new space! Your niece is adorable!

@heylouzers 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Mary, About your channel relating to your Etsy shop sales... I opened my Etsy shop October 2020 with plans on sharing it on my channel(s), figuring my sales might start when I did. Well, I still haven't made a video or told my subscribers about it but have managed to get over 500 sales since opening (not boasting, simply trying to encourage) and, honestly, if I can do it, anyone can. You just have to believe people will love your product and put it out there. Thanks for another great video!

@tracykehoe8292 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your insight and you are such an inspiration.

@n.w.414 3 жыл бұрын

What do you sell?

@eurekamarijka 3 жыл бұрын

I don’t know what you sell, but glad to hear your feedback! I’ve bought from artists on Etsy since they first started but have been very disappointed that any time I’ve searched for items in the past couple of years, the only results are pages and pages of cheap imported stuff, not true handmade work. May I ask how you think people are finding you? I’ve actually given up looking unless I know a specific business name because of it. And congrats for a healthy start!!

@heylouzers 3 жыл бұрын

@@eurekamarijka I sell concrete decor and home goods. I think it's pretty specific and my shop comes up whenever anyone searches concrete. It frustrates me too that you can buy the same stuff you see on ebay or amazon or aliexpress. Etsy makes a lot of $ on these items so they don't say "no" to any product. ShopDesignTime

@eurekamarijka 3 жыл бұрын

@@heylouzers Wow, those must be a challenge to ship! lol Heading over to check out your shop! EDIT: heck, I heard concrete and envisioned big urns or something 🙄 Your work is really cute 🙂

@lesliecarson684 3 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful story. I love how everything and every space has evolved. You have come so far and it doesn’t go unnoticed. Thank you for sharing it with us.

@gabriellechilton5902 3 жыл бұрын

Bring the Hare back, Love it

@kathrynstoltzfus7340 3 жыл бұрын

I just wanted to say, thank you for sharing your story. I’ve been watching your channel for probably at least a year, it’s inspired me to buy a Cricut Maker myself and starting my own Etsy shop. I told my sister that I would love to make some signs etc for her wedding in June. My mom then said that she just bought a book with lots of inspiration and she wants me to do some projects for her. (My mom is Amish) she had given my sister the book to read, and was telling me about it. She said that she thinks you’re on Pinterest or Instagram, and has the word cottage in your business name. I said, oh is her name Mary? Here it was your book! We were both inspired by you. 😊

@pepersch8509 3 жыл бұрын

Such a wonderful space. I love your table too. I would never part with it.

@dorothythorpe6183 3 жыл бұрын

We're tiptoeing toward a small business. I'm taking this as a sign that I should be bolder and take bigger steps. Thank you for the encouragement, Mary!

@jasminegomez822 3 жыл бұрын

Mary thank you for taking us on this journey. Love everything you have done. You are truly an inspiration 🙏💐❤

@sheilanye2062 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Very interesting and really inspiring to those who have such talent and skills like yours. And loved hearing kitty purring at the end.

@brownsuga7461 3 жыл бұрын

I'd like to say you're a true blessing for and encouraging for me. I love everything you share here on yt and you're so humble and your voice is so calming. I'd like to say thank you and my god continue to bless you.

@laurieanne9712 3 жыл бұрын

Mary (woman) reading directions for everything she puts together.........smile.

@chewar7537 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, Mary! Love watching your videos, you have such great ideas.

@rosekisiel3383 3 жыл бұрын

Truly a great video! My two grown sons have told me for years to set up an Etsy shop for my crafts instead of doing everything for free. Your story has definitely motivated me. Love your channel!

@robynwilliams9845 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mary so much for the encouragement! I’ve always enjoyed making things to sell. But then I would lose my confidence. But this year I told myself I need to stop thinking so negatively. I am going to do something positive for my business everyday.

@SandraGCox 3 жыл бұрын

Dear Mary, Your new Etsy Shop is Great! I think its a wonderful idea to have the little bathroom and family hangout area! Great for the guys on the weekend, plus nice when your working you can still enjoy the family. 😃🌸

@lindap.p.1337 3 жыл бұрын

Your channel is a joy to watch, no politics or debatable subjects or bad works to raise my blood pressure. Thank you Mary.

@deniseopalka8338 3 жыл бұрын

You amaze me! Your work ethic and support from family and community is wonderful to see. I am so happy for you! Keep doing all the wonderful things you are doing - you are an inspiration! 👍

@vbee3571 3 жыл бұрын

Best ending to a video-ever! Purr! Mary-you are special and an inspiration to all the women who have dreams of doing what you have so successfully done. Thank you for sharing your experience and information. 💐

@thewellroundedwoman6445 3 жыл бұрын

You blessed me on how encouraging you are at the beginning of this video! I absolutely love your shop!

@amyhoff1501 3 жыл бұрын

What can I say : you’re awesome Mary and you’re loved , you have a great family and support and your KZfaq family is enjoying the fruits of your labor

@lincasteel-butler531 3 жыл бұрын

Its so nice to see how far you have come. Love the new space.

@dianewallace5627 3 жыл бұрын

Mary, I simply love your videos and look forward to Wednesday when a new one pops up. Your new space is beautiful and I'm sure you and your crew will love it out there. You are such an inspiration to me.

@ellascottagecompany2044 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mary for inspiring and encouraging. You’re a blessing and I hope to follow in your footsteps. Thank you so much 😊

@susanczajka6327 3 жыл бұрын

Mary, Thank you for sharing your journey! I truly enjoyed your entire story! I have been a creator of many things and been told by many to start an Etsy shop! Thank you for your inspiration!!

@DIYFromHousetoHome 3 жыл бұрын

Mary I love this! Thank you for sharing! I always love seeing how you organize and style rooms! I will also definitely check out your new items! 😁🏡

@elizabeth2654 3 жыл бұрын

I love how you have such a supportive ETSY team!!

@BuckeyeCrossStitcher 3 жыл бұрын

I've heard a lot of crafters moving to having their own website because of the changes Etsy has made in the last year. I don't have a shop but I think the main issue was fees. I'm glad this is all working out for you!

@nancygorman 3 жыл бұрын

I love hearing you and your husband speak to one another! Please do that more! And would love to see your boys pop in!

@hollynelson2649 3 жыл бұрын

Your shop is beautiful! I enjoy watching you, you are an inspiration.

@greencottagegoods2474 3 жыл бұрын

You are an inspiration. Because of discovering your channel during the pandemic, I have started my own "shop" and look to begin a KZfaq channel. Thanks for everything you share...you're such a great steward and always think of how you can help others. Be blessed!

@debrabowman8750 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Mary, Thank you so much for sharing your story. Your videos are so inspiring and this one is no exception! You sing to my heart when you give God the glory for your gifts. You have taken what He has blessed you with and made so much with it. Thanks again.

@tammyreed8233 Жыл бұрын

You don’t sound boastful at all, but rather an inspiration! I’m happy for you! You didn’t get where you are by sitting and doing nothing! You are a worker!

@sandramigacz1766 3 жыл бұрын

Your journey is amazing. I’m currently working on setting up a new workshop for myself because I have outgrown our basement with my small business “She Shed Design “. Had to chuckle because I just built 3 sets of the same shelves from Lowe’s. My friends laugh when I tell them my husband bought me an awesome new table saw for my birthday. It makes it so much easier to work when you are organized and have a nice space.

@DZ-rl8ut 3 жыл бұрын

Loved this. Thank you Mary, and the kitty purrs were a lovely bonus.

@sheilaistatt1284 3 жыл бұрын

Mary please bring the hare runner back!!! Love it!

@kathyf7862 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing the process of building a family- friendly business. Brings back wonderful memories of starting my bs over 35 years ago-now retired. When God opens the door, it's amazing! Your creativity and style is wonderful. 🤗🙏🏻

@tmyuylom 3 жыл бұрын

Love how you design and transform. Your hard work always spells ‘BEAUTY’ !!

@sandrasmith3451 3 жыл бұрын

Mary, you are so special! Thank you for sharing your talents, vision, and skills with us.❤️

@laurieg2436 3 жыл бұрын

Love the natural wood in the bathroom!! So happy I found your channel Mary!!

@cassandrasmith5517 3 жыл бұрын

The space is perfect for your Etsy shop! I love it and congratulations on your success🥰 Well deserved!

@luella2897 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations, Mary, on your success!!! I am so happy for you and your family ! You have all worked so hard for this and it is wonderful to see you succeed !!!

@chewar7537 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, Mary!

@kathym4368 3 жыл бұрын

You are so inspirational Mary in so many ways. I’ve ordered products (candles,decals) from your Etsy shop and absolutely LOVE them!. Thank you for starting this channel as I have learned so much from you. 💕

@andreagorham1985 3 жыл бұрын

Mary, thank you for taking us along on your journey. God has really blessed you and you have also worked so hard! I think you’re the hardest working person I’ve ever seen on KZfaq! You are such an inspiration!

@barbaracorbell4232 3 жыл бұрын

ONLY FOUR YEARS HAVE ELAPSED SINCE YOU STARTED. WHAT A MIRACLE. YOUR FAMILY'S AND RELATIVE'S SUPPORT IS AWESOME. BLESSINGS!!!

@respectpleasethankyou 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Mary! One absolutely great thing that you have is a husband and family that loves, supports, and believes in you. You are very blessed and I am so grateful for you. I have been watching you for years and have purchased from you, your sister, and even one of your recommended shops, but the most wonderful thing I've gotten from you is inspiration. Thank God for you, and thank you for sharing your kind, humble journey to success. I keep hearing: " [ . . . ] when you get where you're going don't forget turn back around! Help the next one in line. Always stay humble and kind."

@lauradaniel7596 3 жыл бұрын

You are so sweet and genuinely humble. I love how the joy of Jesus just shines from within you.

@suewilson3044 3 жыл бұрын

I thoroughly enjoyed this video and thank you so much for sharing......what a wonderful space you have for your etsy shop....congratulations to your success and long may it continue.

@jerryrogers903 3 жыл бұрын

U are the most sweetest kind lady thank u for sharing with us every thing looks beautiful

@helenknecht2407 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on your Etsy success! I hope you do a video on your past business ventures. I am constantly trying my hand at new businesses and am now 74 years old still trying to find my niche. I have an Etsy store and am thrilled at having just 120 sales since 2012). Obviously I do this half-heartedly and did take a couple of years off. I cannot imagine ever having over 30,000 sales!! You are amazing and make beautiful items.

@lorenacordero-hernandez8443 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so happy for you. I love you're cat.

@brandiparson 3 жыл бұрын

One of your fireplaces would look adorable under the window in you family room area. It would feel cozy and would be fun to decorate through the seasons!🌻

@janetsmith6716 3 жыл бұрын

For anyone who is contemplating in following their desire to have an Etsy shop business, this is an excellent video for inspiration! I"m sure you will read many comments in the future about how this video was just the push they needed to fulfill their dreams!! What a blessing!

@lavadabeckham1773 3 жыл бұрын

Love the video. Can't wait until you start doing spring things out side.

@pbenson56fran 3 ай бұрын

Mary your personality and quality of work sells. I love watching you make new things from old things. 😊❤

@shelleywilson849 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mary!! And you are someone special !!

@CoisasdaLenita 3 жыл бұрын

Mary, I’m brasilian and live in Rio, thanks for the work, God bless you! You inspired me, thanks for that and congratulations ever, Lenita

@JEE-ok5lb 5 ай бұрын

Hi Mary! When you said on this video that you weren’t someone special, I knew I had to comment. You are so special and extremely talented! I just started watching about a month ago but I love watching your videos. You’re so humble. Your home is so charming. Your family is always helping. You are truly blessed.

@tinathomas59 9 ай бұрын

What a gracious individual. God has definitely blessed her and her work and she is very humble and that is always nice to see.

@barbarajameson8829 3 жыл бұрын

Mary, I watch your videos and love everyone!!You are such an inspiration to me and you are such a hard worker.Your family must be so proud.❤️Barb

@ketherwhale6126 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! What a transformation! I’m sure the boys could see a pool or ping pong table in your old space in the basement. The new space is so fresh and warm with the raw wood. Very nice. You could almost move in.

@deniseswan2962 3 жыл бұрын

So happy to see your Etsy success and to watch you work so happily with your husband. Your smile says it all! I’ve ordered from your Etsy shop and love my purchases and your channel. You are truly blessed. 🌹

@bernicewarren2510 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Mary, you are a very humble lady and you take no credit for your success. I have heard you say a number of times "if I can do it anybody can". I think you have the blessing of the Lord on your life and you are using the gifts and talents that the Lord has given you, and He is blessing you as you bring Him glory through your life. What I am saying is when someone is using their God given gift things come easier when you are in the Lord's will. Just a thought. Good job Mary! To God be the glory.

@sandrasmith8100 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Mary! God Bless You 🙏🏻

@wanderlust62 Жыл бұрын

For several reasons, after 8 years, I've decided to phase my Etsy shop out and increase in-person shows. I am glad to hear your shop is so successful. The Lord has blessed you. I'm not saying He hasn't blessed me; God just has other plans! I love watching your channel, for my own projects. I've had some vintage items that I didn't want to let go of but needed to repurpose in a way that justified keeping it! I enjoy your other videos, too (cooking, gardening, etc.). Thank you!

@calledhomemeyer4079 3 жыл бұрын

This is a BEAUTIFUL example of what God can do through small business; blessing your community with beautiful things and opportunities for income. May the Lord continue to bless the work of your hands. ❤️

@robbijj 3 жыл бұрын

I hate to disagree with you, Mary, but you absolutely do have a special talent for making things beautiful. I can only wish to be as creative as you are, but I will continue to enjoy your videos. Thank you for sharing with us! ❤️

@karenhoffart7431 3 жыл бұрын

Great video!!

@moondreamerpublishing4036 3 жыл бұрын

You always do a great job it looks wonderful! I’m my newly built bungalow I did pine shiplap. I loved the wood look but I’m a white decor lover too so my compromise was to white wash it that way I could still see the grain and the knots but have a light wood look as well I just love it! I just used white transparent deck stain. Maybe that would work for your too ❤️

@panvibox9992 3 жыл бұрын

Every time I get discouraged about my KZfaq channel I just watch one of yours and get the inspiration I need. Thank you ❤️💕🌸🌸

@kimberleytramper8966 3 жыл бұрын

I love how you ended it with your cat! You have an excellent setup!

@smallfootprint2961 3 жыл бұрын

Nothing like a purring kitty on your lap. Thanks for taking us through the evolution of your Etsy Shop. Continued good luck with all your creativity and plans.