As an artisan who has sold on Etsy and recently tried Shopify, I have to say that Shopify is challenging for those of us who want to focus more on creating than on marketing. I tried setting up my shop on Shopify, but it felt overwhelming and expensive. Unlike platformslike Etsy, Shopify left me on my own to drive traffic and manage every aspect of marketing.Shopify is great for businesses that want control and customization, but for individual artisans or small creators, it can be a lot to manage. Artisans generally want to focus on making quality products, not spending hours on marketing, SEO, and paid ads just to get a few sales.I think Shopify should consider creating a marketplace specifically for handmade items and unique creations, similar to how Etsy was in its early days. Such a platform could provide the customization options of Shopify but also help sellers by bringing in a built-in audience interested in artisan goods. This way, creators could concentrate on their craft without feeling burdened by all the business logistics.If you’re a creator or artist looking for a marketplace with built-in visibility, be aware that Shopify might not offer the same support as Etsy used to. While Shopify gives you control, it demands a lot more in terms of time, effort, and money to get noticed. I hope Shopify considers this feedback and maybe develops a platform to truly support artisans in the future.
