How to Make and Sell Jewelry on Etsy?

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99 percent of successful shops begin with successful products. What does this mean? Before we explore how to start selling Jewelry on Etsy, it is essential to conduct market and product research on Jewelry.

There are many things to consider:

  • Is selling Jewelry on Etsy a good idea?
  • How to create/make Jewelry to sell on Etsy?
  • Which types of Jewelry products are popular on Etsy?
  • How many sellers are selling Jewelry on Etsy?
  • What can you learn from the top Etsy sellers in Jewelry?
  • How much does it cost to sell Jewelry on Etsy?
  • How to make your Jewelry shop stand out on Etsy?

Feeling a bit complicated? No idea where to get useful information about Jewelry? Don't worry, there's more help available today - although Etsy is evolving every day, an amazing Etsy seller tool can give you almost everything you want in a timely manner.

Take a sip of coffee. Let's move on to How to sell Jewelry on Etsy.

As a reminder, all the data below comes from EtsyHunt, which has a huge and growing database of Etsy sellers and products. More importantly, it will help us to spy on sellers who sell Jewelry on Etsy, as well as what's trending in Jewelry on Etsy.


Is it a good idea to sell Jewelry on Etsy

The key is to estimate the profitability and competition of selling Jewelry products on Etsy.

First, do a quick search for the keyword "Jewelry" to assess demand and competition.

For the keyword "Jewelry", the views is 4986481, and the favorites is 14198. Meanwhile, there will be at least 81 competitors on Etsy. Obviously, making Jewelry to sell on Etsy is a good choice.

Then, let's look at the best-selling Jewelry products to estimate the profit.

When calculating the profit of a competitor's product, the formula can be: Profit = Sales X Average Price - Etsy Fees.

Regarding the fees for selling Jewelry products on Etsy, we will need a free Etsy fee&profit calculator. You will find these posts I wrote helpful:

As for sales and pricing, the sales is 2909, and the average price of Jewelry product is 35.22.

We've gone over a rough market analysis of selling Jewelry on Etsy. There is no doubt that the profit opportunity of Etsy Jewelry is real and can be high. Now, the next step would be to find out your niche and learn how to generate passive income over time.


How to create Jewelry to sell on Etsy?

Everyone will have their own set of methods, but I offer 4 easier steps to get started on how to sell Jewelry on Etsy.

1. Find your niche for your Jewelry shop

Millions of people are shopping or selling unique and creative products on Etsy. Here are the top 20 most popular Jewelry products in which your niche may be hidden. You can get inspiration from them to make your unique Jewelry products.

# Image Product Total Sales Learn More
1
Personalized Name Necklaces, Personalized Name Necklaces , Script Name Necklaces, Mothers Day Jewelry , Gift for Her , Persoanlized Gift
Personalized Name Necklaces, Personalized Name Necklaces , Script Name Necklaces, Mothers Day Jewelry , Gift for Her , Persoanlized Gift
11,357
2
Personalized Jewelry Boxes | Bridesmaid Jewelry Box | Bridesmaid Gift | Personalized Gift for Women | Travel Jewelry Case Bridal Party Gift
Personalized Jewelry Boxes | Bridesmaid Jewelry Box | Bridesmaid Gift | Personalized Gift for Women | Travel Jewelry Case Bridal Party Gift
2,214
3
Marquise Diamond Necklace by CaitlynMinimalist • Flower Petal Diamond Necklace • Flower Necklace • Bridesmaid Gift • NR055
Marquise Diamond Necklace by CaitlynMinimalist • Flower Petal Diamond Necklace • Flower Necklace • Bridesmaid Gift • NR055
1,850
4
Silver Spoon Ring, Floral Spoon Ring, Vintage Spoon Ring, Chunky Ring, Fork Ring, Retro Ring, Boho Style Ring, Silverware Jewelry, Wide Ring
Silver Spoon Ring, Floral Spoon Ring, Vintage Spoon Ring, Chunky Ring, Fork Ring, Retro Ring, Boho Style Ring, Silverware Jewelry, Wide Ring
1,839
5
Vintage kite cut green moss agate engagement ring set 14k rose gold marquise cut moissanite ring for women unique bridal wedding ring set
Vintage kite cut green moss agate engagement ring set 14k rose gold marquise cut moissanite ring for women unique bridal wedding ring set
7,946
6
Personalized Birth Flower Necklace Custom Name Necklace Floral Name Necklace Custom Name Jewelry, Birthday Gifts Personalized Gifts For Her
Personalized Birth Flower Necklace Custom Name Necklace Floral Name Necklace Custom Name Jewelry, Birthday Gifts Personalized Gifts For Her
10,307
7
Bee Spoon Ring, Dragonfly Spoon Ring, Tiny Bee Ring,  Silver Plated Spoon style Rings, Little Bee or Tiny Dragonfly Ring, Dainty bee ring
Bee Spoon Ring, Dragonfly Spoon Ring, Tiny Bee Ring, Silver Plated Spoon style Rings, Little Bee or Tiny Dragonfly Ring, Dainty bee ring
1,710
8
Crystal Wire Wrapped Necklaces, Rose Quartz, Amethyst, Opal, Aventurine, Gold Healing Stone Chakra Point Birthstone Gemstone Necklaces
Crystal Wire Wrapped Necklaces, Rose Quartz, Amethyst, Opal, Aventurine, Gold Healing Stone Chakra Point Birthstone Gemstone Necklaces
1,703
9
18K Gold Initial Letter Necklace, Medal Gold Initial Letter Pendant Necklace, Square Alphabet Rectangle Medallion Pendant, Christmas Gift
18K Gold Initial Letter Necklace, Medal Gold Initial Letter Pendant Necklace, Square Alphabet Rectangle Medallion Pendant, Christmas Gift
1,911
10
Bridal Party Gift, Bridesmaid Bracelet, Bridesmaid Gift Box, Gift For Bridesmaid, Custom Bridesmaid Gift, Bridesmaid Accessories
Bridal Party Gift, Bridesmaid Bracelet, Bridesmaid Gift Box, Gift For Bridesmaid, Custom Bridesmaid Gift, Bridesmaid Accessories
1,675
11
Tiny Angel Number Necklace, Gold Dainty Lucky Mens necklace, 111, 222, 333, 444, 555, 666, 777, 888, 999, Gifts for Her, Christmas Gifts
Tiny Angel Number Necklace, Gold Dainty Lucky Mens necklace, 111, 222, 333, 444, 555, 666, 777, 888, 999, Gifts for Her, Christmas Gifts
1,634
12
Silver Name Necklace - Wizard Harry P. Font Necklace  14K Solid Gold Necklace Personalized Name Necklace 925 Sterling Silver - Birthday Gift
Silver Name Necklace - Wizard Harry P. Font Necklace 14K Solid Gold Necklace Personalized Name Necklace 925 Sterling Silver - Birthday Gift
1,687
13
Personalized Sterling Silver Name Necklace, Custom 18K Gold Plated Name Necklace, Personalised Name Jewelry for Mom, Birthday Gift for Her
Personalized Sterling Silver Name Necklace, Custom 18K Gold Plated Name Necklace, Personalised Name Jewelry for Mom, Birthday Gift for Her
2,317
14
Crystal Bracelet gemstone bracelet yoga bracelet energy bracelet spiritual bracelet stone bracelet crystal jewelry anklet crystal reiki
Crystal Bracelet gemstone bracelet yoga bracelet energy bracelet spiritual bracelet stone bracelet crystal jewelry anklet crystal reiki
1,620
15
Zircon Bat Ring, Silver Bat Ring, Gold Bat Ring, Handmade Jewelry, Gift for Her, Ring for Her, Halloween Jewelry
Zircon Bat Ring, Silver Bat Ring, Gold Bat Ring, Handmade Jewelry, Gift for Her, Ring for Her, Halloween Jewelry
1,532
16
Tarot Card Ring  , Gift for Her ,Gift for darling ,Tarot Ring ,Dainty Tag Pendant Ring  , Spiritual Jewelr ,Tarot Card Ring ,Gift for her
Tarot Card Ring , Gift for Her ,Gift for darling ,Tarot Ring ,Dainty Tag Pendant Ring , Spiritual Jewelr ,Tarot Card Ring ,Gift for her
1,521
17
Stethoscope ID tag - nurse gift - student nurse gift - stethoscope name tag - stethoscope personalized name tag - custom made for nurse
Stethoscope ID tag - nurse gift - student nurse gift - stethoscope name tag - stethoscope personalized name tag - custom made for nurse
1,514
18
EXTRA BIG SALE  , Extra Tiny Initial Necklace , Sideways Initial Necklace , Elegant Statement Necklace, Mother Days Gift - CINS001
EXTRA BIG SALE , Extra Tiny Initial Necklace , Sideways Initial Necklace , Elegant Statement Necklace, Mother Days Gift - CINS001
8,412
19
14K Solid Gold Name Necklace, Gold Nameplate Necklace, Custom Name Necklace, Personalized Dainty Necklace-Personalized Jewelry, Gift for her
14K Solid Gold Name Necklace, Gold Nameplate Necklace, Custom Name Necklace, Personalized Dainty Necklace-Personalized Jewelry, Gift for her
1,758
20
Reusable Ring Sizer • Adjustable, US Ring Size Tool Full & Half Sizes • Find Your Accurate Ring Size • Easy to Use Finger Measurer • RX010
Reusable Ring Sizer • Adjustable, US Ring Size Tool Full & Half Sizes • Find Your Accurate Ring Size • Easy to Use Finger Measurer • RX010
1,446

2. Determine how to make Jewelry to sell online.

For how to make Jewelry, you can choose to make it entirely at home, or consider using some tools to implement your ideas.

Learning from your competitors is an effective way. Check out the following 20 best-selling Jewelry on Etsy for inspiration. Or the latest Etsy trends.

# Image Shop Total Sales Learn More
1
NisPersonalized
NisPersonalized
40,823
2
TheWhiteInviteGifts
TheWhiteInviteGifts
133,140
3
CaitlynMinimalist
CaitlynMinimalist
1,753,286
4
DREMEWORKS
DREMEWORKS
15,957
5
willwork
willwork
12,687
6
CraftArtJewelsGifts
CraftArtJewelsGifts
15,377
7
MyLimoIsWaiting
MyLimoIsWaiting
29,769
8
MorfJewelryNewYork
MorfJewelryNewYork
42,192
9
MilanoGolden
MilanoGolden
6,841
10
BloomGiftsStore
BloomGiftsStore
12,270
11
HandmadeGoldDesign
HandmadeGoldDesign
6,296
12
DkmnSilverAndGold
DkmnSilverAndGold
6,264
13
MuwatiUK
MuwatiUK
40,926
14
PixieDustBeads
PixieDustBeads
197,113
15
LuxorSales
LuxorSales
15,893
16
GoldHillJewelry
GoldHillJewelry
97,083
17
smmade
smmade
111,993
18
ArtandCraftsJewelry
ArtandCraftsJewelry
24,330
19
FAJewelryStore
FAJewelryStore
7,305
20
CaitlynMinimalist
CaitlynMinimalist
1,753,286

3. Learn how to sell Jewelry on Etsy.

Test your Product first. For example, making some samples and posting them on Instagram and Pinterest. Ask your friends and followers some questions:

  • Do you like the Jewelry product I made?
  • If you like it, do you want to buy it?
  • If you are considering buying it, how much are you willing to pay for it?
  • If you buy it, how long are you willing to wait?
  • If you don't like it, why?

The answers would help optimize your Jewelry products.

Next, set up an Etsy account to start selling on Etsy. The 2 must-dos are:

  • Build a consistent and unique brand for your Jewelry shop. Shop name, logo, brand colors, fonts, mission and vision, and packaging...... all need to be considered.
  • List your Jewelry items and make sure to optimize the listings. A good listing includes a thorough description, professional images, keywords related to your product, and the best category or subcategory for your Jewelry products.

Attention, you should recognize the limitations of selling on Etsy. You can sell Jewelry on other 18 sites like Etsy. Also, you should consider opening a Global Etsy Shop (read more on Etsy International Shipping: Road to a Global Etsy Shop).


4. Decide how to ship Jewelry on Etsy.

Unlike on Amazon and Walmart, the shipping process on Etsy is entirely the responsibility of the sellers. It is essential for you to read Etsy's shipping policies and create shipping strategies. Here are two suggestions to win customers:

(1) Choose appropriate delivery dates and postage rates.

For your references. After entering the keyword "Jewelry" on the Etsy keyword research tool, we can see the average shipping time of Jewelry products is 12. In addition, some of the Jewelry sellers attract customers by using Etsy free shipping.

(2) Provide a consistent, professional appearance to your Jewelry packages.

You should think of a unique package for your Jewelry products, and purchase all the materials needed in bulk. Here is a post on how to find packaging ideas - Etsy Jewelry Box: The Way to Impress your Customers.


You're ready to make Jewelry to sell on Etsy!

Knowing how to sell Jewelry on Etsy is the first step. It's time to move on to the next level - Try and learn more.

  • How do you manage your Jewelry shop each week?
  • How do you keep going when there are no sales?
  • How do you promote your Jewelry shop when sales growth is stagnant?

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