We launched a shop on Etsy earlier this week! One of our goals is to start a business together, and we finally started getting the ball rolling. Our shop is called xMdrn, which is an extension to Modern Minimalists. The Etsy shop is our starting point to handle the main logistics. We are definitely looking into extending the shop to this site in the near future.
xMdrn is based on things we like. Our first two stickers are based on Nancy’s personal favorites; Louis Vuitton and Disney. Why not make stickers out of those interests? We’re selling stickers as a starting point. Eventually, we will expand the shop to offer a better variety of products. PS. If you’re looking for professional cybersecurity consultation for your site, business, or personal dealings, we’re both great candidates for professional expertise~
We’ve been through the drawing board several times for business ideas. Issues involved the frequency of someone potentially buying a product. We didn’t want to immediately limit ourselves to something that people would buy once per year. You can never have too many stickers – there’s always room for a couple of ours! The key is to be persistent, and take that leap of faith if your gut feeling is there. Start small and build your way from there! The road has its ups and downs. You grow through what you go to.
We wanted to make the experience special all around. Instead of choosing regular flat mail envelopes, we decided to invest in kraft envelopes (thanks to Eena’s suggestion). Kraft envelopes are more durable than traditional envelopes, and they’re eco-friendly, where they decompose within weeks and can be recycled in new packaging. We keep things simple and effective. All of this process is still new to us. We’re even learning how to put together an accounting spreadsheet for accounts payable and receivable.
For now, we’re limiting sales to the United States to make things easy from a tax perspective. We’re not too sure about international customs fees, so we will need to spend some time reviewing the terms to avoid getting in trouble. There is still a lot for us to learn, especially from a marketing perspective. We want to be effective with how we communicate our shop, as well as taking the right pictures. The stickers went through several photoshoots, from simple backgrounds to floral ones. Might as well take advantage of the floral arrangement Mario delivered on Valentine’s Day!
check us out at xMdrn.com
Thank you for your support! Hyping us up, sharing our listings, or even making a purchase makes our day. We’re excited to go through this journey and hope you’ll join us for the ride.
limited release sticker alert
Nancy drew up a Louis Vuitton Alma Monogram handbag and turned it into a few stickers. We’re planning to launch a limited release for immediate purchase on Monday, February 22, 2021. This post will be updated with the link once it is released~
Aw wow these products are so adorable, I love it! Thank you for sharing these brilliant insights into your new business, I’m excited to hear more soon and see where you go with it 🙂
These stickers are so cute! All the best with your new shop!
Congratulations on starting your shop on Etsy, let me know if you decide to expand to selling to the uk 😊 good luck with it!
Oo, this is exciting and unexpected news! I love that you design the stickers yourselves; they are so cute, and you cannot go wrong with or have enough stickers. I use them to decorate envelopes for letters I send out or just to have something other than doodles along the top of my notebook pages. 🙂
Looking forward to seeing future designs and seeing the ways in which you expand! I particularly appreciate that you invested in eco-friendly packaging.
Congratulations on your new launch! These are super cute products and I’ll be checking them out. Thanks for sharing!
How exciting! Congratulations! I had an Etsy shop for a few years too and did greeting cards 🙂 How fun is it to get an order! I loved that feeling. Wishing you all the success in your new business venture x
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What cute stickers! good luck with your business and I hope that you share when you are open for international orders! 🙂
Hope that you are having a good weekend!
Oooh this is so exciting! I’m loving the two sticker designs you’ve got going so far – can’t wait to see what you do next 🙂 x
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Oh wow! These stickers look amazing, congrats on your new shop – I wish you all the best xx
These are SO cute! I’m UK based so I’ll have to wait (which is totally understandable, international taxes are confusing!), but I can’t wait to see how this evolves!
Katie | katieemmabeauty.com
Congratulations!the stickers look great guys!
Congrats on yall’s new business, the stickers are very cute and well designed also! I also really like that you are using eco-friendly envelopes, I had never heard of kraft envelopes or thought much about an environmentally friendly shipping, but it makes me think for sure. I wish yall’s business the best of luck!
Congrats both of you! So exciting!! The stickers are gorgeous, Nancy you are so talented!
Can’t wait to see what else you release ❤️
Hayley || hayleyxmartin
Congratulations on your new Etsy shop! I love it! That is so great that you guys are launching a business. I wish you guys the best of everything, you both deserve it.
Love the look and sound of your shop! Keep up the fab work❤️
Congratulations on the shop! I think it’s great what you’re doing (the stickers are super cute). I look forward to seeing what new stuff comes out!
Oooo, guys!! This is so exciting! Love the stickers you have created, they are beautiful…you are very talented Nancy!
I can’t buy any as in the UK but sending out lots of positive and supporting vibes for your shop to do well!
Aimsy xoxo
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These are such cute stickers! Good luck with your Etsy shop!
Awww how cute, these are very pretty <3
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Good luck with the new shop! I would proceed with caution though with selling items based on big brands such as Disney. They are pretty tight at protecting their brand.
Congratulations on launching your shop! Both stickers are adorable & I hope you can figure out international shipping soon!
How cute, love the idea. Congrats for the new shop..
Oh congratulations! That is so exciting!
Congrats on the new Etsy store, you guys! And those stickers are so cute!
Wow! This is almost like an engagement or we’re expecting announcement! Congrats, on this new venture you guys! The stickers are adorable and hopes it turns out to being everything you want it to be and more!
Ooooh, this is so exciting! Good for you, I think an Etsy shop is a wonderful way to share your artistic talents and those stickers are fab. Good luck, and I’ll watch this space x
OMG congrats!! So exciting, will def check out your shop!
xx- Nina
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Wow massive congratulations! Your bits look great, I can’t wait to get shopping!
Rosie
Wow, I love them! But I must say that the Minnie’s ears stole my heart for sure! Congratulations on launching the shop guys, can’t wait to hear more of it x
I am so excited for your new venture! This stickers turned out absolutely gorgeous and I can’t wait to see what you come up with next. Starting a business is scary, but the opportunity to be your own boss and to create something from nothing is so rewarding!
Congrats, I hope your business will flourish, and these stickers look great.
Sara xx
Love the stickers, they’re so cute! I saw your announcement on Twitter as well, sounds so exciting. I’d love to have my own lil shop too at some point, so well done for going for it! I can’t wait to see what you do with your shop and what other products you end up selling! xx
Congrats! I hope this is very successful for you. I will keep my eye on the shop for sure 😀
Oh wow congratulations on starting a new business and these stickers are so much fun. The design is super cute and excited to hear and see from your business.
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How exciting! I love that you’ve found a way to make simple things that you love into a fun business idea. They’re all super cute, I love the Minnie ears x
So cute and such a fun idea! Love the simplicity and eco-friendliness. Best of luck on your Etsy endeavor!
What a fun business venture! The stickers are cute and I can’t wait to see more! 🙂
So cute! Congratulations on launching your Etsy shop!
Many congratulations on your new launch!
These are so cute! Congratulations on your new business venture.
Omg congratulations on launching this sticker shop! I love putting stickers on my hydroflask. It makes me happy every time I look at them! I love both of these stickers so much. The Disney sticker is so elegant and pretty. Also, I was so excited when I saw that your nails were Louis Vuitton to match the sticker!
Jill
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Eep these stickers are so cute! Amazing news on starting up your shop, I’m excited to see your business grow and watch out for new things you have in store 🙂
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This is so cute ! Congratulations on this e-shop. I’m so excited for you both.
xx
Margot
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Congratulations on your plans!
Congratulations on the launch of your new shop Love the limited edition stickers I will definitely have a look at your shop. Cris
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Oh cuuuuute!! Super nice stickers! Good on you for starting your business – will check it out now!