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Mastering the Art of Copywriting: How to Use Numbers to Boost Your Handmade Sales

Mastering the Art of Copywriting: How to Use Numbers to Boost Your Handmade Sales

Hey handmade sellers! Let’s talk about a copywriting trick that’s super simple yet incredibly effective—using numbers contextually to give your product descriptions an extra punch! Whether you’re selling handcrafted soaps, jewelry, or candles, numbers can play a powerful role in helping customers make a decision. And here’s the best part—it’s all about how you present those numbers!

Let’s dive into how you can use this tip to increase conversions and make your product descriptions stand out.



Why Contextual Numbers Matter

When it comes to selling, numbers can either overwhelm your customers or make them feel confident in their purchase. The secret is using big numbers for impact and small numbers for emphasis. Instead of throwing out stats or details, frame them in a way that speaks to your customers’ needs.

Take a look at this example:

  • “Arrives in 14 days” sounds like a long time, right? But if you say “Delivers in 2 weeks”, it suddenly feels much quicker.

  • Instead of “Leaves 1% of germs”, say “Kills 99% of germs”—now it feels effective!

  • And, if your product is subscription-based, instead of “Costs $29.99/month”, try “Costs less than $1/day”. It breaks down the price into a smaller, more manageable figure, making it feel like a great deal.


How Handmade Sellers Can Apply This Trick

Here are some ways you can use this tip in your product descriptions or marketing campaigns:

  1. Shipping Details:Instead of “Ships in 10 days,” say “Arrives in just over a week!” It makes the delivery timeline feel much quicker, and less likely to scare off those instant-gratification shoppers.

  2. Product Benefits:Let’s say your handmade candle burns for 40 hours. Rather than focusing on the number alone, reframe it like this: “Enjoy up to 5 relaxing evenings with our long-lasting candle!” By breaking it down into relatable terms, your customers can see the product’s value more clearly.

  3. Pricing Breakdown:If you offer subscriptions or bundles, make the cost seem even more affordable. For example, “Get our handmade soap bundle for less than $2 per wash!” This turns a larger number into a more digestible, everyday figure.


Quick Tip for Using Stats in Your Copy: Don’t just throw numbers into your copy—use them strategically to guide your customers’ decisions. Whether you're highlighting savings or emphasizing a benefit, reframe numbers so they feel meaningful and impactful.

How Will You Reframe Your Numbers?

Are you ready to test this copywriting hack in your product listings or social posts? How are you planning to reframe numbers to make your products shine? Let me know in the comments—I’d love to hear your ideas.


By tweaking the way you present numbers, you can make your products more appealing and approachable to your customers. It’s a small change that can have a big impact on your handmade business.

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