Scribble & Co Designs

Thinking about opening an Etsy shop but not sure where to begin? You’re not alone. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the advice online. But honestly? The best thing you can do is just start—even if it’s messy.

Here’s how I launched mine (without overcomplicating it):

Step 1: Create a Free Etsy Account
Head to etsy.com and sign up. It takes a few minutes, and you’ll be able to start setting up your shop right away.

Step 2: Choose a Shop Name
Don’t get stuck here. Pick something simple and relevant—you can always update it later. Think about who you’re serving and what kind of vibe your store will have.

Step 3: Upload 1–3 Simple Digital Products
Start small. Canva makes it easy to create planners, invitations, or checklists. Just make sure they’re helpful, cleanly designed, and solve a real problem.

Step 4: Write Clear Titles & Descriptions
This part matters. Use keywords people are actually searching for. Tools like InsightFactory, Everbee, or just Etsy’s own search bar can help. Keep your copy helpful, not salesy.

Step 5: Create Mockups & Hit Publish
Use Canva to make product mockups that show your printable in action. Think: pages in use, printed out, or on a clipboard. Upload your files, set your price, and hit publish.

That’s it. It won’t be perfect, and that’s okay. Your first listing is a starting point—not your final masterpiece.

You’ll learn how to improve your SEO, refine your designs, and figure out what your customers really want over time. The key is getting that first product out into the world.

Want to see where that first step led me?
Check out Scribble & Co Designs. My shop started with one planner, a bit of courage, and zero clue what I was doing. You’ve got this too.