How Natiscrossstitch got started

Introduce your Etsy shop and tell us your story. How did you begin and decide on what to sell on Etsy, and how do you create your products?

My name is Natalya. I live in a small European city near the Baltic Sea—Riga, Latvia. Let your life speak! The world speaks to us in different languages. We will each answer on our own. My language is the language of embroidery. I love loneliness, detective stories, and dancing. There is harmony, rhythm, clarity, and a certain order in all of the above. Therefore, I love to embroider and create cross-stitch patterns.

I specialize in creating small and beautiful cross-stitch patterns that are both fun to create and display. My passion for cross-stitching began many years ago when I saw in the local shop a cross-stitch kit with butterflies. Since then, I have been creating my own designs and sharing them with others. Each of my patterns is carefully crafted with attention to detail, and I am always exploring new ideas to add to my collection. All the patterns I stitched myself. I often change thread colors or fabric colors during the process, and I can stitch one of my patterns several times to change some details, and customers receive the best results from my creative work.

While embroidering, we speak with ourselves, with our souls—we are in harmony with the world. I want as many people as possible to speak to the world in my cross-stitching language and find inspiration and peace. I want to create new patterns, conduct tutorials, and share experiences. I would like to open the wings of inspiration and teach others to fly, be inspired, and create! Let’s start a conversation in my language!

Favorite items

What are your favorite items? What makes these so special? Why do you think these items might be selling well?

My favorite items in my NatsisCrossStitch shop are small cross-stitch patterns.

Monstera cross stitch pattern PDF Emerald green biscornu cross stitch Plants pincushion cross stitch
Tiny cross stitch pattern PDF - Small Forest animal digital pattern - Cute Bear digital files
Small cross stitch pattern Biscornu cross stitch World's Best Mom Pincushion cross stitch
Happy Easter ornament cross stitch pattern PDF Pin cushion
Pink pig cross stitch pattern PDF, Small farm animal pattern

These listings are popular because they are easy to complete, require minimal materials and can be done quickly. They also make great gifts and can be used to decorate a variety of items, such as clothing, accessories, and home decor. Additionally, small cross-stitch patterns are perfect for beginners who are just learning the craft.

Getting sales on Etsy

How long did it take for you to earn your first sale and how do you currently attract customers to your Etsy shop?

My first sale happened quickly enough, but the second sale took a lot longer. I started to attract customers through various methods, such as increasing the range of products in the store and offering discounts or promotions. Then I opened my Instagram page @natiscrossstitch, posting high-quality photos of my cross-stitch projects and short stories. Using relevant hashtags to make my photo discoverable

Managing Natiscrossstitch

How do you manage your shop? Are you running solo or do you have any team members? What tools or services do you use to run your shop and how do you handle fulfillment?

I manage my shop myself and use only Canva. Because these Instant Downloads files eliminate the need for shipping, I enjoy selling cross-stitch patterns. 

The future of Natiscrossstitch 

What goals do you have for your shop in the future?

My achievable goals for my NatisCrossStitch.Etsy shops, such as expanding my product line, improving customer satisfaction, increasing sales and revenue, and developing a strong online presence through social media and a website,

Advice for new sellers

What’s your advice for a new seller starting an Etsy shop?

Here are a few tips for a new seller starting an Etsy shop:

  • Research the market to see what types of products are selling well.
  • Take high-quality photos of your products to showcase them in the best light possible.
  • Create clear product descriptions that accurately describe your items and their distinguishing characteristics.
  • Price your items competitively, but make sure you are still making a profit.
  • Promote your shop on social media and other platforms to reach a wider audience.
  • Provide excellent customer service to build a loyal customer base.
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