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Keyword overview Updated Apr 08, 2026

festive paper

'festive paper' is a moderately searched keyword with 260 average monthly searches. It has heavy competition on Etsy with 198,147 listings targeting the keyword. In the past year, search interest peaked in September 2025 — timing your listings around that window can give you an edge. With a keyword difficulty of 73/100, 'festive paper' is hard to rank for — 198,147 listings are already targeting this keyword, so standing out requires strong optimization. Consider using it as a supporting tag alongside more specific keywords. Products in this category typically sell between $0.98 and $39.98, with most priced around $16.67. The ad market for 'festive paper' has low competition among advertisers.

Monthly search volume

260

Medium volume

Competition

198,147

High competition

Cost per click

—

No data

Keyword difficulty

73/100

Hard

'festive paper' search trend

Monthly searches

MonthSearches
September 2025390
October 2025260
November 2025390
December 2025390
January 2026210
February 2026170
March 2026170
April 2026170
May 2026320
June 2026210
July 2026210
August 2026170

How much does 'festive paper' cost on Etsy?

Under $10 23%
$10 – $25 47%
$25 – $50 30%
$50 – $100 0%
$100+ 0%

47 listings · USD

Search volume by country

260
USA 50
19%
UK 40
15%
CAN 10
4%
OTHER 160
62%

Competition by country

198,147
USA 105,438
53%
UK 65,255
33%
CAN 10,913
6%
AUS 8,713
4%
OTHER 7,828
4%

How to rank for 'festive paper' on Etsy

Target the right market

United States leads both search demand (19%) and competition (53%) for 'festive paper', but neither is overwhelmingly dominant. United Kingdom and other regions still contribute meaningful demand, so international sellers have room to compete across markets.

Price competitively

Sellers listing under 'festive paper' price between $0.98 and $39.98, clustering around a median of $16.67. The $10 – $25 range dominates at 47% of listings — pricing outside this band means either competing on value or justifying a premium. This mid-range pricing supports both competitive and premium approaches. Differentiate with personalization options, gift packaging, or material quality rather than price alone.

Ranking difficulty

With a difficulty score of 73/100, 'festive paper' is rated hard to rank for on Etsy. Competition is disproportionately high relative to search volume. Rather than targeting this keyword head-on, use it as a secondary tag and focus your title on more specific variations where you can rank higher.

Optimization tips

'festive paper' is short and broad, which means Etsy will match it against a wide range of listings. Lead your title with this keyword followed by specific modifiers that describe your product — for example, pairing it with terms like 'gift wrap' narrows the match and helps Etsy show your listing to the right buyers. In a competitive space like this, your remaining tags should cover synonyms, related materials, and use cases. Complete every listing section (description, materials, tags) and add many high quality images and a video, as Etsy's algorithm factors listing quality into search rankings.

Optimize your Etsy listings for 'festive paper'

Top Etsy listings for 'festive paper'

Sample of 12 results
Watercolor winter digital papers - 12 Christmas seamless patterns, festive paper pack, abstract background, rustic Christmas backdrop

Watercolor winter digital papers - 12 Christmas seamless patterns, festive paper pack, abstract background, rustic Christmas backdrop

£5.50 737 7,155

GaynorCarradice

Christmas Gift Bags With Handles Festive Paper Party Bag Kids Small Novelty Present Paper Party Loot Bag

Christmas Gift Bags With Handles Festive Paper Party Bag Kids Small Novelty Present Paper Party Loot Bag

£3.49 47 3,929

TrulySweetCandy

Winter Houses Concertina Card – Hand-Cut A7 Recycled Card, Festive Paper Decoration,

Winter Houses Concertina Card – Hand-Cut A7 Recycled Card, Festive Paper Decoration,

£4.00 42 418

EmmaHolmesDesigns

Discount Package, New Year's Eve, Digital Scrapbooking, Festive Paper, Light Bokeh Overlays, Gold Glitters

Discount Package, New Year's Eve, Digital Scrapbooking, Festive Paper, Light Bokeh Overlays, Gold Glitters

€15.95 28 367

AWhimsicalAdventure

Elegant Christmas Wrapping Paper, Gold Trees, Purple Gift Wrap, Holiday Paper, Festive Paper, Christmas Decoration, Stars, Shiny

Elegant Christmas Wrapping Paper, Gold Trees, Purple Gift Wrap, Holiday Paper, Festive Paper, Christmas Decoration, Stars, Shiny

$10.45 24 338

DigitalCreationsbyK

Festive Paper Napkins for Christmas Season, featuring animal Christmas design. Pretty and unique Christmas Napkins featuring reindeers

Festive Paper Napkins for Christmas Season, featuring animal Christmas design. Pretty and unique Christmas Napkins featuring reindeers

£3.99 19 699

BluebellandLark

Christmas Gift Wrapping Neutral Pine Tree Color Holiday Gift Wrap Festive Paper

Christmas Gift Wrapping Neutral Pine Tree Color Holiday Gift Wrap Festive Paper

$19.20 17 253

SolPicta

Christmas  Wrapping Paper, Christmas Tags, Christmas Polar Bear, Wildlife, Gifts, Festive Paper,

Christmas Wrapping Paper, Christmas Tags, Christmas Polar Bear, Wildlife, Gifts, Festive Paper,

£4.00 17 270

BebesArts

Christmas  Wrapping Paper, Christmas Tags, Christmas Penguins, Wildlife, Gifts, Festive Paper,

Christmas Wrapping Paper, Christmas Tags, Christmas Penguins, Wildlife, Gifts, Festive Paper,

£4.00 15 397

BebesArts

Christmas Treasure Hunt Games, Xmas Battleships Style Challenge, Festive Paper Printable Winter Travel Activities, Santa Elf Rudolph Snowman

Christmas Treasure Hunt Games, Xmas Battleships Style Challenge, Festive Paper Printable Winter Travel Activities, Santa Elf Rudolph Snowman

£1.25 13 273

AisforAwesomeKids

20 Christmas Sleigh Paper Napkins, Festive Paper Napkins, Novelty Christmas Party Napkins, Festive Tableware Decorations, 3-ply Napkins

20 Christmas Sleigh Paper Napkins, Festive Paper Napkins, Novelty Christmas Party Napkins, Festive Tableware Decorations, 3-ply Napkins

£3.29 11 169

LuckandLuck

Light-Up Christmas Village Advent Calendar – DIY Colour-In Craft Kit – Build & Decorate a Festive Paper Town

Light-Up Christmas Village Advent Calendar – DIY Colour-In Craft Kit – Build & Decorate a Festive Paper Town

A$74.95 11 217

CraftKitsAustralia

Frequently asked questions about 'festive paper'

How much search demand does 'festive paper' get?

'festive paper' receives 260 monthly searches globally. This level of demand can support steady sales for well-optimized listings, particularly if you combine this keyword with related long-tail variations.

How saturated is the market for 'festive paper'?

There are 198,147 Etsy listings competing for 'festive paper'. With a difficulty score of 73/100, this is a tough keyword to crack. Established sellers with review history and sales velocity dominate the first page. Newer shops should target related long-tail keywords first and build traction before competing here directly.

Is 'festive paper' worth targeting for my Etsy shop?

'festive paper' has a keyword difficulty of 73/100 (hard). This is a competitive keyword best suited for established shops with existing sales momentum. Newer sellers should consider using it as a secondary tag while focusing on less saturated alternatives.

What should I charge for 'festive paper' products?

Prices for 'festive paper' products range from $0.98 to $39.98. The median is $16.67 and the average is $18.34. 47% of listings fall in the $10 – $25 range, which is where most buyer expectations are set. In a competitive market like this, pricing at or slightly below the median can help you gain initial sales and reviews.

Which countries have the most demand for 'festive paper'?

United States generates 19% of searches for 'festive paper'. United Kingdom and Canada also show meaningful demand.

How do I get my listing to rank for 'festive paper'?

Since 'festive paper' is a broad, short keyword, Etsy will match it against thousands of listings. Your title needs to lead with this keyword followed by descriptive modifiers that signal exactly what you sell. With high competition, listing quality is the differentiator. Listings with more photos, a video, complete attributes, and active sales history rank higher. Your first photo is especially critical — it determines click-through rate, which Etsy uses as a ranking signal. Good supporting tags to use alongside 'festive paper' include 'gift wrap' and 'christmas wrapping'.

Is 'festive paper' seasonal or trending?

Search volume dropped 56% between September 2025 and August 2026. Demand peaked around September 2025, which may indicate seasonal patterns. Check whether this dip repeats annually — if so, plan your inventory and listing renewals to go live before the next peak.

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