WAHM Coloring Books...opinions, please!

[thecraftybandita]

Hi! I'm seeking some wise DS council here
So I've been making these coloring books for about a year now, and have a bunch of them stocked. They are for sale in my Etsy shop, but that's about all that I've done to market them.
You can view the coloring book here...
https://www.etsy.com/listing/8532399...ol-1Here's
My question:
Do you think it's worth opening up a WAHM shop just for my coloring books?
I would never want to convolute the WAHM Wares forum with so-so stuff, which is why I ask...
If I were actually selling these babies, I would come out with new editions either quarterly, or twice a year. I think I'd also offer themed packs of coloring sheets (like for parties, school subjects, etc).
At one point I was really keen on working in conjunction with someone who did WAHM-made crayons/art supplies.
Are there other places online that might be more appropriate? Should I just hook up with a Hyena Cart Congo? (anyone, anyone)
Any thoughts on all of this? Suggestions?
Thanks in advance!

*hope this is the best place for this thread, if not, mods, lmk

[jjgammon]

They look adorable. One small piece of constructive criricism- I would add cardstock covers. Just the regular lightweight cardstock. Still thin enough to stitch through but adds an extra layer of protection. Kids are rough on stuff...

As far as opening up a dedicated shop for them... I personally would IF you plan to keep more than just a few varieties in stock. But if you are just going to offer them in limited runs like a magazine then I don't think it's necesary.

[boysniris]

I think the drawings are really cute! ArtFire may be a good venue for your product, they have a section for books.

[thecraftybandita]

thanks ladies!

[I_run_with_scissors]

very cute mama!!! I would buy, and Id really love some Homeschool ones, maybe alphabet, numbers, shapes, perhaps seasonal themed ones. Please shoot me a PM if you decide to open up shop

[Chasing Zen]

Adorable Mama! I love the idea above to do educational ones or offer Custom ones with little one's name and age, and maybe some of their favorite things so parents have it as a sort of "signed/scribbled" keepsake. You're an awesome artist!....how are you doing with them on Etsy? I've noticed with Etsy, that the traffic to your store has mostly to do with the tagging of your items. Maybe try experimenting with some new tags?

[slyeates]

LOVE these! I agree that they would be awesome with a cardstock cover. PM me if you do any customs or homeschool/ preschool prep type ones!!

[slyeates]

I came back and looked at them again! I need 3 of them!

pm me if you can do a discount on shipping for 3. I would pay extra if you could put the kids name on the cover like at the top or something!

Thanks!

Sarah

[thecraftybandita]

thanks again everyone for the encouragement and suggestions! slyeates, i pm'd you!