Make Money Side Hustles

9 Most Popular Crafts You Can Make (And The Best Places to Sell Them)

Discover the perfect side hustle with these quick and profitable crafts.

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Updated April 7, 2025
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Do you love crafting but find yourself drowning in a sea of scarves and self-made gifts? Instead of abandoning your passion, consider turning your hobby into a fulfilling side hustle.

We'll break down everything you need to know, from top-selling craft ideas to the perfect places to showcase your creations and earn extra cash on the side.

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1. Curated gift baskets

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If you love the thrill of choosing the right gift, channel that into making and selling curated gift baskets for every occasion. 

People are often looking for this online, and you can run a successful seasonal business around the holidays or position yourself as a wedding or shower-specific business.

2. Upcycled furniture

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While it can be time-consuming, people who love the challenge of turning a piece of trash into treasure can make money upcycling found and thrifted furniture. 

A coat of paint and new hardware can turn a free dresser into a piece you'll be able to sell for several hundred dollars. 

3. Wall art

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Whether you have a talent for macrame or enjoy painting abstract works of art, people are always on the lookout for wall art. 

Amateur interior decorators love using original art, but the price tags of gallery pieces are often out of budget. You can capitalize on an attainable price point.

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4. Handmade candles

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Making candles is an easy and creative craft that lets you try different essential oil blends, different vessels, and even different colors. It's simple to make a larger batch, and you can sell the candles you decide not to keep.

5. Jewelry

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Costume jewelry is fun and inexpensive to make, and because of its lower price point, it's generally a good impulse purchase. You can capitalize on trends you see on Instagram and make jewelry you know people are currently searching for.

6. DIY signs

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Whether it's blocks for newborn photos, signs for kindergarten photos, or holiday decor, signs are a fun way to launch your crafty side hustle. 

Grab inexpensive pieces of wood and acrylic paint, and let your creativity run wild. This is a great side hustle to pursue if you are looking to earn extra income outside of work

7. Handmade notecards

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You can use stamps, watercolors, or an embossing kit to create notecards that look handmade yet professional. 

Stationery from a store can be expensive, but finding an option from a crafty seller makes it more affordable, and the customer supports a small business.

8. Pottery

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If you've ever taken a pottery class and ended up with more bowls than you know what to do with, then you'll be glad to know that pottery is a fabulous item to sell as a side hustle. Plus, it tends to command a higher price than many other crafty side hustles. 

9. Recipe jars

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Mason jars with adorable layers of ingredients for cookies or hot cocoa are surprisingly easy to make, but the reality is that most people don't want to make them. 

If you enjoy the process, consider selling these around the holidays. Tie a cute ribbon to the top and you have a gift-ready product that people will line up to buy.

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The best places to sell

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Now that we've covered some of the most popular crafts you can make for your side hustle, let's take a look at the best places to sell them, both online and off. 

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1. Etsy

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When most people think of a side hustle selling crafts online, Etsy is the first name that comes to mind. It has been around since 2005. Over the past two decades, it has grown its audience to 95.5 million buyers and over $2.8 billion in revenue in 2024.

It's an easy platform to sell whether you're starting out or trying to scale your business, and it's known for its emphasis on homemade goods.

2. Facebook Marketplace

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While you may think of Facebook Marketplace as a platform to buy and sell secondhand goods, there are also side hustlers selling refinished furniture, artwork, and more. 

It's an easy platform to reach people near you, and you can limit your sale options to local pickup only if you don't want to deal with shipping.


3. Cratejoy

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Reaching customers looking for items to put in their subscription boxes is a great path to regular recurring revenue for your crafty side hustle.

Cratejoy is a platform that gives you direct access to customers interested in your themed subscription boxes.

4. Shopify

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If you want a platform for your craft business that allows you to add a professional online storefront, Shopify is the way to go. 

This gives you control over the shopping experience and lets you manage inventory, which is particularly important when you're making items by hand.

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5. Farmers' markets

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Selling your crafts in person is a great way to reach new customers and boost your bank account, particularly if you position yourself at a busy farmers market during its busiest spring, summer, and fall weekends. 

It's usually inexpensive to rent a booth, and you can mix and mingle with people interested in your products that may become customers in the future.

Bottom line

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Making and selling crafts as your side hustle may not be the path to instant riches, but it's a great way to supplement your income, support your hobby, and possibly pad your savings. 

The key is finding the right product and the right platform where you can connect with eager customers.

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Heather Bien

Heather Bien is a FinanceBuzz and freelance writer covering personal finance and budgeting and how those relate to life, travel, entertaining, and more. With bylines that include The Spruce, Apartment Therapy, and mindbodygreen, she's covered everything from tax tips for freelancers to budgeting hacks to how to get the highest ROI out of your home renovations.
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