u/Wooden_Bed_568

Hi y'all

I recently launched a business where we produce eco-friendly, upcycled concrete and craft sustainable home decor items from it.

I’m currently focused on growing our Instagram account and building a loyal follower base, but I could really use some expert advice. I have a few specific questions for this community

1. Instagram SEO: How can I optimize my profile, captions, and alt text specifically for the sustainable home decor niche? Are there any specific keyword strategies that work well right now?
2. Competitor & Marketing Strategies: For product-based brands like mine, what are the most effective organic marketing methods you've seen (e.g., Reels hooks, behind-the-scenes content)?
3. Inspiration/References: If you know of any successful eco-friendly home decor or unique design brands doing a fantastic job on Instagram, please drop their handles! I’d love to study their accounts.

I would be incredibly grateful for any insights, tips, or strategies you can share.

Thank you so much in advance!

Hi y'all

I recently opened my Etsy shop about two weeks ago. I sell handmade, eco-friendly concrete items. I’ve uploaded my first few listings, but my stats are showing absolutely zero views so far. Not even a single one.

Since I'm completely new to this, I'm trying to figure out if this is just standard for a brand-new shop waiting to be indexed, or if I did something completely wrong with my setup.

Could this be an issue with my Etsy SEO, or perhaps my titles and keywords aren't optimized properly for a new shop? I filled out all 13 tags, but still nothing.

For those who started recently or experienced sellers, how long did it take for your shop to get its very first organic view? Any insights on how the algorithm handles brand-new listings would be incredibly helpful.

Thank you so much!

Hi all! I’m a beginner Etsy seller from South Korea preparing to sell handmade home decor to the US.

I prefer using DDP to handle customs beforehand. But if I include the shipping cost in the product price for "Free Shipping," the higher item price will increase the customs duties.

Because of this, I want to list the shipping fee separately. I'm planning to charge a flat rate of $23 for shipping.

1. Will charging a $23 shipping fee negatively affect my SEO/item visibility on Etsy?
2. How much do US buyers dislike paying for shipping (specifically around $23) when buying home decor?

Any tips or advice from experienced international sellers would be amazing. Thanks in advance!