Creating a Previous Products Showcase on Shopify Without the Clutter

You know, there’s a certain kind of magic about wandering through an antique shop. My friend Laura and I once stumbled upon a quaint little store tucked away in a cobblestone alley in Lisbon. Each item felt like a whispered story, a piece of history that had already been told but begged for an encore. And that’s exactly the enchantment your sold-out woodworks can bring to your Shopify site—a nostalgic gallery of masterpieces that invite admiration, even if they’re no longer available for purchase.

The Gallery of Memories: Why Display Sold Items?

Remember how we marveled at those intricate wood carvings and vintage record players in that shop? There's an allure in nostalgia, a connection formed over what's already passed through someone else's hands. Your previous works page isn't just a digital storage room; it's an exhibition—a tribute to your craftsmanship. It reassures potential customers of your artistry and creativity. Plus, let's be honest here—it gives you that warm, fuzzy feeling knowing your creations continue to inspire long after they're gone.

Now, I hear you: "But how do I do this without turning my Shopify dashboard into chaos?" Let's get down to brass tacks—without clutter.

Create a Clean Showcase: The Step-by-Step Guide

Picture this: a clean, organized space—Marie Kondo-approved, even. No dreary, overcrowded product tabs—just a seamless display of creativity. We'll do this with a bit of clever Shopify finesse.

Step 1: Establish a Page for Previous Works

First, create a new page specifically for your sold-out wonders. Here's how:

Go to your Shopify admin and click on Online Store, then Pages.
Click Add page.
Name it something whimsical, like "Masterpieces of Yore" or simply "Gallery of Past Works".
Jot down some introductory text—bring out your inner poet and tell the tale of your creations.

Step 2: Craft a Condensed Collection

Next, let’s gather those beautiful relics:

Navigate to Products, then Collections.
Create a new collection titled "Sold Works Showcase". Uncheck "Visible" to ensure it doesn’t appear in your navigation menu.
Manually add products that have been sold and deserve to shine again—think of it as a special club where only the fortunate pieces get membership.

Step 3: Customize Product Details

Now, the fun part. Each item needs its own storyteller:

Go to each sold product and edit its description. Share anecdotes or quirks about the creation process.
Under the "Collection" section, only tick the "Sold Works Showcase". This keeps them out of the active product range but still allows them to be viewed.

Step 4: Decorate Your Gallery Page

Here’s where the magic happens:

Use your favorite theme editor to tweak this page’s layout. Add a sprinkling of personality—images, videos, or perhaps a background tune like a soft violin serenade.

Embed your "Sold Works Showcase" collection onto the page. In your page content, insert the following code snippet where you'd like the collection to appear:

{% for product in collections['sold-works-showcase'].products %}
   <div class="product">
      <h3>{{ product.title }}</h3>
      <img src="{{ product.featured_image | img_url: 'medium' }}" alt="{{ product.title }}">
      <p>{{ product.description }}</p>
   </div>
{% endfor %}

This piece of Liquid magic pulls in each product listed in your exclusive sold batch, displaying them neatly on one page.

Step 5: Tell Their Stories

Stories make the world turn, inspiration feeds our souls. Add a personal touch— consider detailing what made each piece unique. Was it hammered together with love on a Sunday afternoon? Or carved while you were lost in thought about your next vacation?

Embrace the Legacy

While our little antique shop in Lisbon might not be within reach, your virtual showcase can echo its charm. It’s a love letter to your past creations—a testament that they once thrived under your care. And who knows, perhaps it'll inspire future clients to commission similar wonders from you.

We’ve journeyed through creating an artistic sanctuary for your soul-bound woodworks while keeping your Shopify dashboard neat and tidy. If we've learned anything from crafting—be it wood or words—it's that sharing stories keeps them alive. So let’s keep telling them, one unique piece at a time.