How SoundWavePicture 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?
Our story began with a quest to find a unique and meaningful gift for my wife on our first anniversary. After an extensive search, I couldn't find anything that truly stood out and reflected the special bond we shared. That's when the idea struck me—why not gift her a "sound" that encapsulates a cherished moment?
Inspired by this concept, I created a sound wave picture using our wedding vows as the source. It was a labor of love, spending a week researching and perfecting the sound wave image. To make it even more special, I added the text "I love you" beneath the sound wave. When my wife received the gift, she was overjoyed and deeply touched. The idea was not only thoughtful but visually stunning, earning admiration from our friends and family on social media.
Realizing the potential of this personalized and unique gift idea, I decided to create an algorithm that would allow anyone to turn their own sound into a beautiful piece of art with ease. And thus, our special algorithm was born.
Now, our customers can simply upload an audio or video file or even record one online to get started. Our website offers infinite customization choices, including the form, shape, and color of the sound wave, as well as the option to add custom text. The result is a completely custom piece of art that holds sentimental value and serves as the perfect gift for themselves or their loved ones.
After realizing the challenges of expensive advertising and the desire to reach a wider audience, we decided to expand our reach and start selling on Etsy as well. We recognized that Etsy provides an incredible platform for artisans and creators like us to showcase our unique products to a global community of buyers who appreciate the value of personalized and meaningful gifts.
Etsy's marketplace allows us to connect directly with customers who are actively seeking one-of-a-kind items, making it the perfect avenue for sharing our sound wave pictures with the world. By joining Etsy, we aim to make our products accessible to a broader audience while maintaining the same level of quality, customization, and personalized service that has brought joy to so many customers already.
We are excited to embark on this new chapter of our journey, and we look forward to continuing to spread happiness and create treasured memories through our sound wave pictures on Etsy.
Favorite items
What are your favorite items? What makes these so special? Why do you think these items might be selling well?
This is one of the best-selling products:
One of the best-selling items in my Etsy shop is perfect for celebrating the first anniversary, which traditionally represents the gift of paper. People find the idea of transforming their first dance song into a sound wave picture, alongside their wedding photos, to be truly unique and fascinating. This concept resonates deeply with them, as it aligns perfectly with the essence of their first anniversary.
The design itself is both exceptional and captivating, making it even more appealing to our customers. They appreciate the blend of tradition and innovation and the meaningful connection between their first dance song's soundwave and the special occasion of their first anniversary. It's an idea that speaks to their hearts and has become a beloved choice for commemorating this significant milestone.
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?
The first sale took about two months on ETSY. We were already selling on our own website, but ETSY dynamics are much different than selling on your own site, so it took some time for us to understand and process it. We’re mostly working on ETSEO to attract traffic to our shop.
Managing SoundWavePicture
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?
We work with production partners on fulfillment and shipping.
Alura is one of the top apps that helps us with ETSEO and finding new products and trends.
We’re working with three people to manage orders.
The future of SoundWavePicture
What goals do you have for your shop in the future?
We hope to grow 10% annually and keep our market share. As ETSY grows, it attracts more sellers and creates a competitive market, so we want to keep our market share and make incremental growth.
Advice for new sellers
What’s your advice for a new seller starting an Etsy shop?
I’d suggest they be patient and not mess up with the algorithm because most new starters would upload a bunch of listings that are copies of each other, which would actually harm the store itself. Be patient and do the hard work and research!
