How to Sell Crocheted Items on eBay
If you love to crochet, you might be able to sell some of your creations online, using sites like eBay. Sellers on eBay have been successful with all manner of handcrafted items, from beaded necklaces to hand embroidered jackets. Getting started on eBay can seem like a daunting task, but with a little bit of preparation and knowledge you can be selling your hand-crocheted items in no time.
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Things You'll Need
- Ebay account
- Shipping materials
- Boxes
- Digital camera
- Black cloth
- Paypal account
Instructions
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Start collecting boxes for your new crochet business. Ask friends and coworkers to give you boxes they no longer need, and keep boxes you receive in the mail. This will make it easier to pack and ship your handcrafted items without incurring additional expenses. Keep packaging materials like bubble wrap and plastic peanuts on hand as well.
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Sign up for an eBay account by going to ebay.com and clicking the "Register" button. Provide the requested information to create your account.
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Log on to your new eBay account and type a description for handcrafted crochet items into the search box. It may take a few tries to find the right words to describe the items you plan to sell. Check the "completed listings" box to limit your search to items that have already sold.
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Review the final selling prices of items similar to the ones you make. This will give you a realistic idea of what your own items might bring on the site.
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Invest in a quality digital camera if you do not already have one. When selling handcrafted crocheted items on eBay it is important to show the buyers exactly what they will be getting. Drape a black cloth over a suitable platform, then lay the crocheted items on that backdrop before taking the picture.
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Open a PayPal account before you post any crocheted items on eBay. Many eBay buyers are reluctant to do business with sellers who do not accept PayPal payments. To open your account just go to paypal.com and sign up.
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Go to the ebay site and click on the "Selling" link. As you create your auction listing, be sure to choose the appropriate category for your crocheted items, i.e. blankets, fashion accessories, baby clothes.
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Watch your auctions carefully, and answer any questions promptly. Answering inquiries promptly will reassure buyers that they are dealing with a trustworthy seller. Potential buyers might ask for additional photographs of your crocheted items--be sure to respond to those requests promptly.
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Ship your crocheted items to the buyers as soon as the payment has cleared. Be sure to wrap each package carefully to avoid damage. Send the tracking number to the buyers so they can track the package easily.
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Tips & Warnings
Bring a stack of business cards with you if you attend any craft shows. Include your eBay seller name on the business cards so interested shoppers can check out your items online as well as off.
References
- Photo Credit crochet serviettes image by Maria Brzostowska from Fotolia.com
