If you sell anything online, especially like me, fairly expensive vintage items, there comes a time when you look at an enquiry and think, “Oh no. This is going to be a horror show.” We’ve all been there, how do manage it? You’re trying to earn an honest living, but some buyers are determined to … Continue reading Run for the Hills: A Vintage Seller’s Guide to Avoiding Problem Buyers
Month: July 2025
Why You Don’t Need Holiday Mode: A 5-Minute-a-Day Strategy to Keep Your Etsy Shop Thriving While You’re Away
If you’ve been selling on Etsy for any length of time, you’ve probably felt the anxiety that comes when you need time away from your shop. Whether it’s a much-needed holiday, a family commitment, or simply a break to recharge, the platform’s default advice is clear: switch on Holiday Mode. But after years of running … Continue reading Why You Don’t Need Holiday Mode: A 5-Minute-a-Day Strategy to Keep Your Etsy Shop Thriving While You’re Away
Week 3: A Very Minor Triumph —My Blogging Diary.
By Christopher Harris The Rights of Fans Each week the new weekly excerpt can be found here: https://july66.blog/2025/07/10/learning-to-become-a-part-time-writer-a-blogging-diary-intro-to-week-3/ I reach the end of week 3 of my journey and amongst the frustrations and failures, quite possibly a very important triumph. I have no idea if I'm reading too much into it. But first the trials … Continue reading Week 3: A Very Minor Triumph —My Blogging Diary.
The Rights of Fans. 