08/18/2023
My reputation’s never been worse…
Etsy has basically said “You’re On Your Own, Kid” as I have now joined the legion of Etsy shops who have been permanently suspended with no discernible cause. I am appealing this, but according to people on Reddit who have gone through the same experience, I shouldn’t expect to be back up for a few weeks, maybe even months. Which sucks because I just finished my semester and this is when I was able to work on this project a little more.
I got into beading at the suggestion of my therapist who helped me realized I’ve been missing creative fulfillment. Because I struggle to do anything “just cause”, I managed within less than a month to rediscover my love for it and make it into a business. I was shocked that I was doing so well, and I had 11 orders within my 2 weeks on the platform! I got a 5 star review, and met some nice people on there! It was also something I could do when my health issues meant I couldn’t do things. It may be lame, but it gave me a little bit of meaning and purpose. It gave me a confidence boost and setting this up was fun for me!
Then, before I was even notified, Etsy sent out emails to everyone who ordered from me, including those who had already received their items, saying that I closed my store and they could be issued refunds. Luckily the only person who requested one so far is the one order I hadn’t shipped yet. I have filed an appeal, and none of the 5 customer service representatives I talked to could give me a reason for my suspension. If you’re permanently suspended, you are allowed to appeal if you prove you have fixed the problem. The problem is, I do not know what the problem is!
Anyway, all of this is to say that if you found this page because you ordered from me from Etsy, I DID NOT SCAM YOU AND YOUR ORDER IS IN THE MAIL!
I am trying to get set up on another platform, so if you have any recommendations, let me know! I’m considering Amazon, but having some minor complications with setting that up quickly. I’m hoping to get back on Etsy, so hopefully that will be up and running again soon. I will post updates!
Thanks for your support! I am still taking orders, message me for info.