"I Was Stuck, Until I Found a Specialist" Running my Etsy store started as a passion project, but I quickly ran into more challenges than I expected. From low visibility in search results to figuring out how to price my products correctly—I was overwhelmed and unsure what to do next. Things got worse when I began facing form issues on Etsy—things like listing errors, incorrect tags, or category problems. I knew these were affecting my visibility and sales, but I honestly didn’t know how to fix them properly. I tried watching videos, reading forums, even reaching out to Etsy support—but nothing seemed to work. That’s when I decided to get help. I connected with a specialist who works with Etsy sellers, and it was a game-changer. They not only helped me fix the technical listing and form issues, but also reviewed my entire store, from product titles to SEO keywords to shipping policies. What I didn’t expect was how much they helped me with marketing too. They helped me to: Attract more views using better keywords. Promote my store on Pinterest and Instagram. Set up Etsy ads the right way without wasting money. Build an actual brand presence that goes beyond Etsy. Within weeks, I started noticing more traffic and consistent sales. It honestly felt like a huge weight lifted off my shoulders. If you’re struggling with any issues on Etsy especially things you don’t fully understand don’t be afraid to ask for help. Working with a specialist gave me the confidence and clarity I needed, and helped me turn my store into a real business.

Hey everyone! I'm excited to be here! My name is Isabella Pixeltrendz , and I’m the owner of an Etsy shop called Pixeltrendz where I sell products like T-shirts, sweatshirts, sports T-shirts etc. I started my Etsy journey because I , love creating and I wanted to turn my hobby into a business, needed and it's been an exciting ride so far with plenty of learning curves along the way! I joined this community to connect with fellow sellers, share ideas, and learn how to grow my store more strategically, especially when it comes to marketing, listings, and navigating Etsy’s updates. I recently started working with a specialist who’s been helping me fix form issues and level up my marketing, and I’m already seeing progress. Looking forward to learning from you all, and happy to support each other along the way! Feel free to say hi or share your shop, I'd love to check it out! Isabella Pixeltrendz

I've just scheduled a coffee meet up for Friday 23rd, 11am UK time to try and see if we can catch everyone. I am also testing the new SKOOL Live video, so let's see how it goes 😃

Heads up, everyone—I’ve got a super useful bit of free training coming your way soon! 👀 If you’ve ever created a complicated image with a black background (especially using AI) and wanted to print it on a black shirt, you know how tricky it can be to get that pro look. This weekend, I’m recording a step-by-step video showing you exactly how to: - Remove the black background from your image for perfect printing on black garments - Add halftone effects to areas that fade to black, for a smooth, pro finish - Reduce ink coverage to give your shirts a softer feel and better overall quality - This is a real game-changer for anyone creating designs with AI and wanting to level up their print results. I’ll walk you through the whole process in Photoshop, so you can follow along and apply it to your own artwork. Keep an eye out – I’ll be creating the video this weekend and posting the video straight after! Steve

Hey SKOOL crew! 👋 Just before Christmas, we held a few casual coffee meetups on Zoom. Everyone who joined said they got a lot out of them—it was a great space to get advice, see what others are working on (or dreaming up), and share both wins and frustrations. I’m looking to start these sessions up again from next week. What day works best for everyone? I know we’ve got at least one Aussie in the group, so I’m thinking about running an earlier UK morning session—or maybe even two sessions to cover all time zones. Let me know your thoughts—your feedback will help me make sure everyone can join in! Thanks! Steve