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It seems, Miranda, as though you have a personal vendetta against Etsy, which lead you to use somewhat inflammatory words like "misuse" and "inappropriate" in describing vintage sellers on Etsy. If it is a practice that Etsy has come to embrace, there is no "misuse" or unethical activity of any kind going on here. It is merely not what you were used to or expected out of Etsy, which I know can be hard.

To imply that Etsy vintage sellers are purposfully usurping Etsy's role in promoting a handmade-centric commerce alternative is laughable as they are simply doing the same as everyone else on Etsy, trying to make a living or suplemental income by doing what they love.

Part of an eco-conscious, handmade lifestyle is purchasing pre-owned items instead of buying them from Wal-Mart or Target. And why wouldn't those trying to be a part of this culture by selling their wares, handmade or otherwise, use the best-looking site available to them? You have clearly outlined the very good reasons people choose to use Etsy to sell vintage items and it is part of Etsy's policy to allow these sellers. It seems "misuse" is less the issue than "sour grapes."

This is, btw, coming from someone who's full-time job is making and selling handmade items.