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Resellers continue to be Etsy’s biggest problem

Etsy has expanded its team that polices the crafts site for factory-made goods. But is it enough?

On Sep 18, 2012 by Lauren Rae Orsini

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Etsy launches bug bounty program

The marketplace site joins Google and Facebook in offering rewards to hackers who point out security weaknesses.

On Sep 13, 2012 by Lauren Rae Orsini

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Craftsy offers online crafting lessons for the DIY set

Hundreds of thousands of DIYers—most of them women over 40—are flocking to Craftsy's videos.

On Sep 4, 2012 by Lauren Rae Orsini

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Etsy introduces gift cards, pushes sellers toward Etsy-owned payment system

Etsy's gift cards are only available for sellers who use Etsy's own Direct Checkout system instead of PayPal.

On Sep 3, 2012 by Lauren Rae Orsini

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Etsy CEO gives the final word on resellers

Earlier today, Chad Dickerson answered the most pressing questions from the handmade community in a forum thread. 

On Aug 29, 2012 by Lauren Rae Orsini

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The Daily Dot theme song

One year, 3 million served, and finally, a catchy tune to call our very own.

On Aug 24, 2012 by David Holmes

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3 months later, Etsy responds to WeddingGate

Etsy Product Marketing Manager Laura Hood claimed that users browsing the revamped Weddings category 37 percent more than before its controversial redesign. 

On Aug 23, 2012 by Lauren Rae Orsini

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Dotted Lines: “Etsy’s Manic Pixie Dream Fund PSA”

K-LOL explains how you can save a Manic Pixie Dream Girl who just loves owls from toiling in a "Sweatsy shop."

On Aug 21, 2012 by Jay Hathaway

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Etsy cracks down on drug deals

No more healing crystals. No more marijuana leaves.

On Aug 10, 2012 by Lauren Rae Orsini

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Etsy may help shape U.S. small business policy

Etsy CEO Chad Dickerson urged a Senate committee to consider Etsy sellers when they write legislation that affects small businesses.

On Jul 23, 2012 by Lauren Rae Orsini

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Nazi memorabilia on Etsy—a complicated loophole

Etsy allows vintage goods and vintage collectibles to be sold, so long as they are more than 20 years old and clearly marked as such.

On Jul 18, 2012 by Lauren Rae Orsini

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Is it racist for Etsy sellers not to ship overseas?

For many Etsy users, the primary factor for determining where to ship is the seller’s own country. 

On Jul 13, 2012 by Lauren Rae Orsini

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Etsy’s “tribal” goods prompt debate over cultural appropriation

RunWithTheTribe's handmade “gypsy” clothing and feathered “warrior headdresses” have prompted a serious discussion on Etsy about the selling and marketing of cultural goods. 

On Jul 3, 2012 by Lauren Rae Orsini

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Teens craft impressive goods—and careers—on Etsy

Meet four of Etsy’s most promising young sellers.

On Jun 28, 2012 by Lauren Rae Orsini

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Sex sells: The surprising cost of advertising “vagina” on Etsy

You can advertise just about anything on Etsy—if the price is right. 

On Jun 18, 2012 by Lauren Rae Orsini