Part 10/11:
Etsy’s narrative is one of aspiration turned turbulent. Once hailed as a supportive marketplace for artisans, the shift in focus towards shareholder profitability has sparked significant backlash from its founding community.
As the platform continues to evolve, it may no longer echo the values that originally endeared it to countless small artisans. For the many sellers still loyal to Etsy, the experience has turned bittersweet, straddling the line between cherished memories and present-day frustrations.