A quick search online would uncover endless tutorials on how to make and sell crafts, from woodworking to embroidery. These days there's a tutorial for pretty much everything. But what are the best crafts to sell in the first place? And how do you get started?
If you're looking to boost your income and you've got a passion for all things crafty, now's the time to turn your DIY crafts into a lucrative business.
In this article, we’ll explore some of the best crafts to sell, with opportunities to maximize your earning potential even further. If you're wondering what crafts to make, what's needed, and how to get started — you’re in the right place.
Why sell crafts online?
Setting up a craft business idea has never been easier with so many different online platforms to choose from. From targeting the eco-friendly market by using upcycled materials to jumping on trending crafts, there really is a niche audience for every creator.
Some of the most profitable crafts to sell online are the easiest to get started with. And you don't have to be a DIY crafts genius to try your hand in the handmade store world.
In the following sections, we'll not only cover the best crafts to sell online but also the best ways to maximize your profits. Stick around and see how the world of make and sell is blossoming and how you can get a slice of the action.
25 crafts to make and sell
1. Earrings and other jewelry
Easily one of the most popular handmade items to sell online, jewelry is one of many profitable crafts you can do from home. With little setup required, you can get started selling earrings and other jewelry today with minimal materials and equipment.
Looking for something even more creative? Resin jewelry is an area that's on the rise. It often involves items such as dried flowers being preserved in resin. However, this one definitely takes a little learning before getting started. Resin jewelry involves mixing chemicals and can be a pretty messy craft to sell - but with beautiful results.
If you're new to jewelry making, start with something simple or start learning via videos online. There are plenty of online communities, forums, and YouTube channels dedicated to teaching you how to sell DIY crafts online.
2. Art prints
There's nothing quite like home decor, right? Whether you fancy yourself as an illustrator or a Photoshop whizz, selling art prints has never been easier. With an online store, all you need is great designs and printing capabilities. You can even choose to use a print-on-demand service to avoid the hassle of home printing.
If you haven't quite got the setup for printing art at home, why not opt for selling digital wall art? Buyers can purchase your designs to print themselves or display on a display screen. With Whop, you get a digital storefront — your whop — with opportunities to sell digital products and build a community all from one platform.
Whether you've got a great design for a bedroom poster or postcard, selling digital versions of your design takes away the headache of physical production or shipping. Plus, you can sell your design over and over again, with maximum profits.
3. Personalized gifts
If you're contemplating which crafts to sell and you're unsure of which may be the most profitable, you'll be pleased to hear that the world of personalized items is certainly not slowing down.
Whether a birthday gift, wedding present, or Valentine's keepsake, personalization brings a whole new level to DIY crafts. Customers want something unique, and these types of handmade items do well.
Here are just a few examples of personalized gifts:
- Necklaces with a personalized name or initial
- Family keepsakes with members' names on
- Custom name-printed cosmetic bag
- Baby clothes with embroidery/printing
But of course, personalized crafts to sell don't have to be extravagant — you can always keep things simple with screen-printed t-shirts, stickers, or mugs.
Looking to get started on Etsy? We created an ultimate step-by-step guide.
4. Seasonal crafts
Ah, we all love Christmas ornaments, right? But it doesn't end there. If you're looking for some of the best crafts to sell, why not try your hand at seasonal crafts? And we're not just talking about Christmas.
From Christmas to Thanksgiving, Valentine's Day to Father's Day, there's always an occasion for your craft ideas. Some of the best craft ideas are simple crafts with a small amount of customization.
For example, a Christmas ornament for a baby's first Christmas is a simple item to create, and all it may take is a name sticker. Heck, you can even create DIY kits for this type of craft too.
Why not make holiday decor one of your next DIY projects? Selling seasonal products is big business, and you can get a cut of the action pretty damn quickly.
5. Handmade soap and bath bombs
More and more customers are opting for natural, non-toxic beauty products and soaps over processed options. Of course, handmade items such as soaps and bath bombs are nothing new — but your story is unique to you.
Unlike mass-produced products, handmade items are often perceived as premium — especially as a gift, a self-indulgent treat, or even as a subscription. When you deliver the goods (quite literally!), customers will buy into your brand and messaging.
Plus, there are a bunch of therapeutic benefits you can incorporate into your homemade products, including skin-soothing ingredients such as essential oils or shea butter. You could even look for quirky ways to package your product, such as mason jars.
Not sure about the production process? If you've got the recipe but can't quite execute it at home (or afford a huge setup), why not sell your craft business ideas digitally? Pack together your techniques, recipes, and more into video content and ebooks, or even build your own community with Whop.
6. Adult coloring books
Coloring is no longer something just for kids. Adult coloring books have been shown to reduce stress, improve focus, and promote mindfulness. And there are endless opportunities.
From animals to mandalas, the designs can be as simple or as complex as you like, making them one of the most diverse DIY crafts out there. With a bunch of tools and software available, creating high-quality illustrations is pretty straightforward too.
These can then be sold as physical books, digital downloads, or even as a subscription on your online store. Or why not turn your DIY crafts into magical digital masterpieces? Set up your whop in just a matter of minutes and take full advantage of our all-in-one platform and built-in tools.
7. Candles
Thanks to their simplicity, selling candles online has to be one of the easiest and most profitable crafts. With limited tools and materials required, getting started is easy and fast.
However, you've likely seen online marketplaces flooded with candles and wax melts — so standing out from the crowd can be tricky. Once you've mastered your branding, style, and scents, being able to make and sell this type of product from home is straightforward.
You can even add essential oils to create aromatherapy candles and tap into a whole new target market.
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8. Candy
If you've got a bit of a sweet tooth, you might want to explore the option of making candy or cookies. Get creative with different flavors and brand up your items for a luxury product.
Don't forget, some products will have a limited shelf life or may need refrigeration, which may restrict shipping options.
9. Perfume
Similarly to candles, perfume can take a little trial and error. But once you crack the code, it can become one of the most profitable crafts to sell online. Plus, it's easy to get started from home with various flowers and essential oils. You can even try to create a natural and organic alternative to your typical perfume by venturing into solid perfumes.
Trying to make even more money? Look to source some great packaging to give that high-end feel to your product. You could use another small business for this and support each other!
You'll often come across perfume on an Etsy shop, but there are plenty of other places to sell crafts online.
If you're unsure about selling perfume but you have a great recipe, why not sell your ideas online for others to make? Whether a step-by-step video course on making perfume or a downloadable guide on the exact recipe and steps, Whop makes it easy to sell digital products online. Set up your whop in a matter of minutes and start monetizing your skills.
10. Crochet items
Although it can be a little time-consuming, especially if you're new to the concept, crochet items have long shown up at craft fairs and in online stores. With limitless creative possibilities, there's plenty of space to tap into new markets. From creating animals to made-to-order gifts, crochet items are a make-and-sell staple.
Here are just a few ideas for special occasions and specialty markets:
- Baby clothing/toys
- Pet accessories
- Wedding decor
- Cosplay apparel
Haven't quite got the time to get your crochet kit out? Opt for selling crochet patterns online with Whop. Take advantage of Whop's monetization tools, expand your offering, and do everything you need all from one platform.
11. Bookmarks
Looking to start making and selling quickly? Bookmarks have got to be one of the easiest crafts to make. Not only are they extremely inexpensive to make, but there are lots of design opportunities and even customization options available.
When it comes to selling crafts online, bookmarks can be made fun again with personalized options and new materials. Long gone are the days of a bit of cardboard — say hello to wooden, leather, or even embroidery bookmarks!
Need a little inspiration? Take a look around at craft communities and online marketplaces for ideas.
12. Notebooks
As more and more people get into the habit of journaling, custom and quirky notebooks are on the rise. While notebooks are definitely up there in the profitable crafts category, they don't have to be a DIY project if you prefer.
You can either source and decorate existing notebooks, or of course you can choose to create them from scratch entirely. With the latter, you can get creative with the design of your notebook and even customize the pages inside. Why stop at notebooks? You could branch off into diaries too!
Prefer not to print or create notebooks from scratch? You could choose to sell digital versions of your notebooks, with customizable text and inserts. On Whop, we make digital product selling easy. Plus, while you get yourself set up, you won't pay a single dollar — only after you make a sale.
13. Custom t-shirts
Looking for a new crafty DIY project to get started with? While custom t-shirts take a little more prep and production than other crafts, once you've got your setup, you're good to go.
You can even take your own designs one step further and opt for selling your creations digitally. With no need for expensive equipment, create printables of your designs and sell them via Whop.
14. Tote bags
Tote bags offer a great canvas for creativity, no matter your design style. Experiment with design software and online tools to create illustrations and designs, or even take advantage of AI to create quirky prints.
Tote bags are not only an eco-friendly alternative to single-use plastics, but their demand continues to grow as customers look for more sustainable and environmentally friendly options.
As well as being inexpensive to buy, tote bags are also lightweight and easy to ship, keeping your costs low. If you don't fancy printing them yourself, you can look to print your designs elsewhere and build a brand through your designs.
Just want to sell your designs instead? Create a whop in a matter of minutes and create a new income stream with digital products, subscriptions, and more.
15. Eco-friendly products
Much like tote bags, eco-friendly products are a hugely profitable category for online crafts. Whether you're using recycled, upcycled, or sustainably sourced materials, eco-friendly products are on the rise.
If you're looking to find a new idea to make and sell, think about items around your home that an eco-friendly product could replace. You can then start to include funky and custom designs that customers won't find anywhere else.
16. Subscription boxes
It seems as though you can get anything on a subscription these days, so why not jump on this make-and-sell trend? From monthly self-care boxes to snacks and treats, this is a new way of selling your crafts with a predicted monthly income from subscriptions.
For other craft fans, why not look to sell crafts packages? You could include monthly or seasonal DIY crafts boxes — packaged up and ready to go.
Not sure about putting together physical products and the stress of shipping? Create a community or subscription model with Whop and deliver monthly trending crafts resources. Whether you're sharing video content, guides, or digital downloads, Whop makes it easy.
17. Gift baskets and gift tags
In a similar style to seasonal crafts, gift baskets, and gift tags are pretty easy to make and sell. After all, you're making the customer's life a lot easier by bunching together a selection of products — all beautifully packaged and ready to be delivered.
There are endless opportunities here, from birthday gifts to anniversary presents to Christmas bundles. You could even look into making gift baskets for kids, couples, or the whole family. Worried about shipping? Do your research on local craft fairs.
18. Guides and how-tos
If you're not afraid of setting up your own printing process, one of the most inventive craft ideas could actually be a guide on selling crafts. Yep, if you've got a great skill, why not share it?
Whether you're a traditional craft fan or you're running your own resin jewelry business, share some of your best-kept secrets and ideas with those looking to learn how. It could be a step-by-step guide for creating a specific item like candles or wall art, all carefully packaged into an easy-to-follow book.
Don't feel like printing your ebooks or how-tos? Make digital downloads available via Whop! Not only do you not have the hassle of printing, shipping, and wait times, but your whop makes it easy to set up and start selling digital products in a heartbeat — all with no setup fees.
19. Planners and organizers
Have you ever bought a planner of your own in a store and wished the layout was just slightly different? This might have led you to create your own — so why not share that with others online?
Whether you're putting together an organizer that covers 18 months or a planner with extra room for journaling, there are so many options to explore.
You can even look to customize your planners and organizers with names, quotes, and other details for a unique touch. If you don’t feel like setting up your own printing process, why not look into creating and selling digital planners on Whop?
20. Coasters
Both a functional and easy home decor item, coasters can be made from a wide range of materials – each with a unique design. The options are endless, especially with the power of AI art and other online design tools.
Or why not customize coasters completely with printed photos? Take your home decor ideas to the next level and put your own spin on them, making your online store the go-to for personalization.
21. Greeting cards
Greetings cards are used all year round and are easy repeatable income once you've got your designs nailed. From birthdays to engagement cards, weddings to holiday seasons, your online store can cover it all. Plus, you can tap into the eco-friendly market by using recycled materials.
22. Keychains
From resin art to laser cutting, keychains have lots of potential to explore. It all depends on how crafty you want to get!
If you've already tried your hand at crochet, why not have a go at embroidery? You can either get stuck in and create templates for your designs or make custom keychains to order.
You can also take those designs one step further and offer them to the craft community via an all-in-one ecommerce platform such as Whop.
23. Wall decor
While we've already talked about wall art, there are still many more opportunities to explore when it comes to wall decor. Think wall hangings, custom signs, or ceramics. Some of these may require learning a new skill, but they'll certainly bring in extra money.
24. Hats and scarves
You don't have to be a pro at sewing or knitting to start selling hats and scarves online. If you're still learning, you can easily decorate and resell existing hats or scarves too.
With so many different types of hats, you can take advantage of various materials and designs and build a successful brand that is recognized for a specific style.
25. Enamel pins
Enamel pins are a great accessory that many use to decorate anything from bags to clothing to pencil cases. Start small with simple designs as you develop your skills. For this, you may need the help of an external manufacturer, but there are certainly a lot of resources available online if you'd prefer to do the whole process yourself.
Try selling digital crafts with Whop
There's no doubt about it, there are a bunch of different online marketplaces fit for a budding craft business. From Shopify to Etsy, you've probably heard of these big names in the ecommerce world before now.
But your craft ideas don't need to end there. Why not take your ideas one step further and make and sell digital crafts?
If you're selling digital products, such as Canva templates, ready-to-print designs, or downloadable guides on how to create handmade items, Whop is your go-to choice. Your whop is your storefront and toolkit for success, with opportunities to sell pretty much anything digital.
Got a craft idea you think you can teach? Set up a downloadable course. Want to share your top tips for designing wall art? Sell an ebook on your 10 tips for success.
You don't need a website of your own to get started selling digital products. Whop makes it easy to do what you do best and sell online seamlessly, all from one platform. Within minutes you can set up your whop and tap into Whop's endless apps that will support your online business idea.
Whop is hands down the easiest way to start earning from your digital products, whether you want to sell digital art, an online course, or your next ebook. Sign up today and start selling in minutes.
