How to Make and Sell Invitations 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 Invitations on Etsy, it is essential to conduct market and product research on Invitations.

There are many things to consider:

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

Feeling a bit complicated? No idea where to get useful information about Invitations? 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 Invitations 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 Invitations on Etsy, as well as what's trending in Invitations on Etsy.


Is it a good idea to sell Invitations on Etsy

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

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

For the keyword "Invitations", the views is 3101905, and the favorites is 11915. Meanwhile, there will be at least 47 competitors on Etsy. Obviously, making Invitations to sell on Etsy is a good choice.

Then, let's look at the best-selling Invitations 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 Invitations 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 854, and the average price of Invitations product is 69.96.

We've gone over a rough market analysis of selling Invitations on Etsy. There is no doubt that the profit opportunity of Etsy Invitations 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 Invitations 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 Invitations on Etsy.

1. Find your niche for your Invitations shop

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

# Image Product Total Sales Learn More
1
SAMPLE ONLY * Phoebe Foiled Wedding Invitation with glitter, printed vellum, belly band and wax seal
SAMPLE ONLY * Phoebe Foiled Wedding Invitation with glitter, printed vellum, belly band and wax seal
1,681
2
Papel Picado Wedding Invitations + RSVP cards / Mexican Themed Wedding Invites / Mexican Fiesta Invitations / Personalized Wedding Invites
Papel Picado Wedding Invitations + RSVP cards / Mexican Themed Wedding Invites / Mexican Fiesta Invitations / Personalized Wedding Invites
2,409
3
Bags of sealing wax particles, literary and retro, wedding invitations, invitation envelopes, seals
Bags of sealing wax particles, literary and retro, wedding invitations, invitation envelopes, seals
940
4
Foil Save the Date Vellum Cards, Foiled Vellum Save the Dates, Luxury Wedding Invitation (Gold, Rose Gold, Silver Foil)
Foil Save the Date Vellum Cards, Foiled Vellum Save the Dates, Luxury Wedding Invitation (Gold, Rose Gold, Silver Foil)
1,736
5
Custom Wedding Invitation with Watercolor Venue Painting, Invitation Set, Custom Watercolor Wedding Venue Portrait, Wedding Church Portrait
Custom Wedding Invitation with Watercolor Venue Painting, Invitation Set, Custom Watercolor Wedding Venue Portrait, Wedding Church Portrait
690
6
Wedding Invitation, Gatefold Wedding Invites, Folded Wedding Invite, Timeline Wedding Invitation, Invitations Wedding, Olive, Greenery
Wedding Invitation, Gatefold Wedding Invites, Folded Wedding Invite, Timeline Wedding Invitation, Invitations Wedding, Olive, Greenery
1,604
7
White Floral & Greenery. Luxury Wedding Invitation. Greenery Wedding Invites with white flowers. Eucalyptus, twine
White Floral & Greenery. Luxury Wedding Invitation. Greenery Wedding Invites with white flowers. Eucalyptus, twine
1,549
8
Acrylic Wedding Invitation, Elegant Green Wedding Invitations, Unique Invites, Real Foil, Acrylic Invite, Invitation Card
Acrylic Wedding Invitation, Elegant Green Wedding Invitations, Unique Invites, Real Foil, Acrylic Invite, Invitation Card
3,380
9
Blush Wedding Invitation Suite, Vellum Wedding Invitations Set with Pink Envelopes & RSVP, Modern Wedding Invite Bundle 'Chelsea' SAMPLE
Blush Wedding Invitation Suite, Vellum Wedding Invitations Set with Pink Envelopes & RSVP, Modern Wedding Invite Bundle 'Chelsea' SAMPLE
870
10
Wedding Invitation & Save the Date. Neutral invitation set. Tonal invitation. With velum wrap. On luxury textured card
Wedding Invitation & Save the Date. Neutral invitation set. Tonal invitation. With velum wrap. On luxury textured card
631
11
Rustic Wedding Invitations, Personalized Wooden Wedding Invitations, Fall Rustic Wedding Invite, Laser Cut Wedding Invitation
Rustic Wedding Invitations, Personalized Wooden Wedding Invitations, Fall Rustic Wedding Invite, Laser Cut Wedding Invitation
3,422
12
Save the Date Pencil Us In Personalised Engraved - Wedding Invitations - Rustic Greenery Botanical Backing Cards - Minimalist Save the Dates
Save the Date Pencil Us In Personalised Engraved - Wedding Invitations - Rustic Greenery Botanical Backing Cards - Minimalist Save the Dates
511
13
Mirabel Encanto inspired costume baby, toddler Encanto bodysuit, Skirt bag and glasses.Encanto Girl Costume.
Mirabel Encanto inspired costume baby, toddler Encanto bodysuit, Skirt bag and glasses.Encanto Girl Costume.
454
14
Funny Card for Groom, Card for Bride, Card for Fiance, To my Groom on Our Wedding Day, To My Bride, Groom Love Letters, Note, Greeting Card
Funny Card for Groom, Card for Bride, Card for Fiance, To my Groom on Our Wedding Day, To My Bride, Groom Love Letters, Note, Greeting Card
1,093
15
Sealing Wax Stick (with wick) choice of colours use with wax stamp perfect for wedding invitations & Gift Wrapping
Sealing Wax Stick (with wick) choice of colours use with wax stamp perfect for wedding invitations & Gift Wrapping
1,802
16
Wood Wedding Invitation Set - Wooden Invitations - Burgundy Invitation, Floral Knotted
Wood Wedding Invitation Set - Wooden Invitations - Burgundy Invitation, Floral Knotted
1,790
17
Mini Winnie the Pooh Shower Pin, Winnie the Pooh Baby Shower Corsage, Winnie the Pooh Mommy to Be Pin, Winnie the Pooh Mommy to Be Corsage
Mini Winnie the Pooh Shower Pin, Winnie the Pooh Baby Shower Corsage, Winnie the Pooh Mommy to Be Pin, Winnie the Pooh Mommy to Be Corsage
1,865
18
Princess Birthday Invitations, Princess Invitation, Princess Party, Disney Princess, Royal Celebration, Gold, Pink, Printables, Personalized
Princess Birthday Invitations, Princess Invitation, Princess Party, Disney Princess, Royal Celebration, Gold, Pink, Printables, Personalized
841
19
Wedding Invitation, Concertina Wedding Invites, Folded Wedding Invite, Timeline Wedding Invitation, Invitations Wedding, Olive, Greenery
Wedding Invitation, Concertina Wedding Invites, Folded Wedding Invite, Timeline Wedding Invitation, Invitations Wedding, Olive, Greenery
928
20
Editable Halloween Pink Ghost Birthday Invitation Hey Boo Girly Cute Ghost Birthday Party Spooktacular Halloween Party Instant Download DS
Editable Halloween Pink Ghost Birthday Invitation Hey Boo Girly Cute Ghost Birthday Party Spooktacular Halloween Party Instant Download DS
48

2. Determine how to make Invitations to sell online.

For how to make Invitations, 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 Invitations on Etsy for inspiration. Or the latest Etsy trends.

# Image Shop Total Sales Learn More
1
PureInvitation
PureInvitation
7,528
2
iinviteyou
iinviteyou
3,614
3
vavavoomy
vavavoomy
3,472
4
SecretCreation
SecretCreation
69,109
5
MonoArtAndDesign
MonoArtAndDesign
18,386
6
TavernCreative
TavernCreative
35,011
7
FeelGoodInvites
FeelGoodInvites
46,734
8
InvitationElegant
InvitationElegant
5,071
9
TwistStationery
TwistStationery
360,650
10
FeelGoodInvites
FeelGoodInvites
46,734
11
PaperStudioByC
PaperStudioByC
5,128
12
SecretCreation
SecretCreation
69,109
13
beecutebaby
beecutebaby
23,592
14
PontoMountainPaper
PontoMountainPaper
6,849
15
CelticGiftShop
CelticGiftShop
31,227
16
PANOPIXX
PANOPIXX
9,160
17
TrendyTrinketsbyRnR
TrendyTrinketsbyRnR
8,486
18
CleverOwlStudio
CleverOwlStudio
8,186
19
TavernCreative
TavernCreative
35,011
20
VintagePatternGirl
VintagePatternGirl
7,257

3. Learn how to sell Invitations 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 Invitations 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 Invitations 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 Invitations shop. Shop name, logo, brand colors, fonts, mission and vision, and packaging...... all need to be considered.
  • List your Invitations 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 Invitations products.

Attention, you should recognize the limitations of selling on Etsy. You can sell Invitations 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 Invitations 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 "Invitations" on the Etsy keyword research tool, we can see the average shipping time of Invitations products is 10. In addition, some of the Invitations sellers attract customers by using Etsy free shipping.

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

You should think of a unique package for your Invitations 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 Invitations to sell on Etsy!

Knowing how to sell Invitations 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 Invitations shop each week?
  • How do you keep going when there are no sales?
  • How do you promote your Invitations shop when sales growth is stagnant?

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