Podcast Episode 233: She Used Pinterest to Hit 13,000+ Etsy Sales –with Emily Moravec
May 14, 2026
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ABOUT EMILY:
Emily is an Etsy seller turned Pinterest Manager! Emily scaled two digital Etsy shops to 13,000 sales under 3 years using the power of Pinterest, design, and SEO. She loves a blend of science, nature, and art, which comes out in her Etsy shops. These interests transferred naturally to Pinterest marketing - a platform where visuals speak louder than words! She now helps other creative visionaries scale their small businesses with sustainable, quiet, and powerful Pinterest traffic.
EPISODE SUMMARY:
In this episode of How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy, I am thrilled to welcome back Emily, a Pinterest expert and successful Etsy seller. This episode is all about harnessing the power of Pinterest to boost your Etsy shop's visibility and sales, especially as we gear up for the busy Q4 season.
We kick off by discussing the unique relationship between Pinterest and Etsy, emphasizing that Pinterest is not just another social media platform but a powerful search engine that can drive significant traffic to your shop. Emily shares her journey from being an Etsy seller to becoming a Pinterest manager, highlighting how she scaled her digital Etsy shops to over 13,000 sales in under three years by leveraging Pinterest effectively.
Throughout the episode, we dive deep into the strategies that Etsy sellers can implement to maximize their Pinterest presence. Emily provides actionable tips on how to assess whether your products are suitable for Pinterest, encouraging sellers to explore their niches and utilize Pinterest's search features to discover trending keywords. We discuss the importance of creating visually appealing pins that not only showcase your products but also include strategic SEO elements.
One of the key takeaways is the significance of planning ahead. We emphasize that Pinterest users are often planners, looking for inspiration and ideas well in advance of holidays and events. This means that Etsy sellers should be proactive in creating and pinning their products months ahead of peak shopping seasons.
Emily also addresses the common misconception that Pinterest is only for certain types of products. She reassures listeners that a wide range of products, from digital downloads to handmade items, can thrive on Pinterest, provided they are marketed correctly. We touch on the importance of domain claiming for those with their own websites and how it can enhance visibility on Pinterest.
As we wrap up, I encourage listeners to take advantage of the slower summer months to invest time in their Pinterest strategy. By doing so, they can set themselves up for success as the holiday season approaches. This episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice that can help Etsy sellers elevate their businesses and achieve their goals.
Join us for this informative discussion, and get ready to take your Etsy shop to new heights with the power of Pinterest!
EPISODE DETAILS:
Did you know that Pinterest is the BEST free tool that Etsy sellers can leverage to send tons of traffic to their listings? Emily is a Pinterest for Etsy expert who created over 13,000 personal Etsy sales using the power of Pinterest. Tune in to hear her tips, story, and strategy that can level up your Etsy success to new heights with 3 months of focused, consistent effort.
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Emily’s last episode: #181 $3k per month on Etsy with Digital Exercise Guides --with Emily Moravec: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/181
Hanna’s Episode (very niche: tea kits): #227: Squirrel Syndrome Can Lead to Massive (Repeated) Etsy Success -with Hanna McComish: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/227
Alex’s Episode (sensory kits– drove her own traffic): #222: How Driving Her Own Traffic Sparked Faster Organic Etsy Sales - with Alex Chavez
https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/222
FIND EMILY:
Social Media: @emmypins
HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW:
⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society
⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop
⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting
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