Alyice on October 9th, 2009

First Etsy Sale

This past week I had my very first sale on etsy. In the past, I listed a few things and never, ever promoted the etsy site as I was too busy promoting my online magazine. However, this time, I decided I’d spend an hour a week, for now, promoting the site and see where it leads. To my surprise, I received my very first order!

The lady who ordered was very kind. You see, the connection for including shipping fees in the order (from etsy to Paypal) was screwed up so the order she placed didn’t include a shipping fee. I emailed her to explain the situation and ask how she wanted to take care of the shipping fee, but when I didn’t hear back, after 4 days, I assumed she no longer wanted the piece so I cancelled the order. Several days later, I received an email from her stating that she appreciated me letting her know the situation and that she would order another of my products, instead.

I shipped her order out on Monday, getting a rude awakening on Priority Mail shipping plus delivery confirmation fees. Now, I’m just waiting to see if she has anything to say about the piece.

I am secretly hoping she’ll “love” the piece as it was the hearts vase I created in memory of my Grams (you can read about it here). And though a part of me wanted to keep it, another part of me really wanted it to go to a good home.

I’ve sold several items online, over the past nine years, so I understand that not all customers let you know the order arrived in one piece, or that they even liked it. But wouldn’t it be so very “sweet” if she did?

And here’s the art jar I sent along with her order as a “thank you” for being the very first customer to order from my etsy shop! I kept it a secret so it should be a nice surprise. Here’s hoping…

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Irene Watson says:
Love the texture and colors. I just recently got back to using mixed media – you’ve given me an inspiration. Thank you.
Posted at 5:03 pm October 10th, 2009
Alyice says:
Thank you for the compliment. What types of mixed media do you create?
Posted at 7:52 pm October 10th, 2009
Irene Watson says:
Acrylics, paper, sand, shells, netting…anything that I can grab.
Posted at 8:44 pm October 10th, 2009
Alyice says:
That sounds very earthy and beachy. Is it? Do you have a photo of anything you’ve created on your blog? I thought your blog was more for your writing adventures, but perhaps I missed the art section?
Posted at 9:19 pm October 10th, 2009
Irene Watson says:
Some of the work I’ve done is very earthy/beachy. Nothing on my blog for photos. I’m re-doing my website and will add my art work to it. I hadn’t done anything in the way of painting for years but submitted some samples to a Painters Round Table and was chosen. I spent two days at a business academy painting/playing. The result had to stay to be put up in the new building. I was very honored. And, I have an itch to get back to it.
Posted at 9:34 pm October 10th, 2009
Angela says:
Hi Dear! Congratulations on your very first Etsy sale!!! OMG, wish I was there to give you a big hug. You did a wonderful job! Also, I really enjoy your blog, you are SO good at writing but you know that already
Posted at 10:22 pm October 10th, 2009
Alyice says:
Hi Angela,

Aren’t you sweet for saying I’m a good writer. I really appreciate the compliment because I actually work hard at it. LOL. And, I would have loved the hug, thanks so much.

How are things with you?
Posted at 10:32 pm October 10th, 2009
Kirstine says:
Your etsy (art jar) was truly a magnificent piece of art work. The ideas and concept are all original because I haven’t seen any like these before. I only wish I was that first customer of yours because she was so lucky to get that gift from you.
Posted at 12:40 pm October 16th, 2009
Alyice says:
Kirstine,

That was very sweet of you. Thanks.
Posted at 3:21 pm October 16th, 2009

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