Do you want some easy crafts to make and sell? This blog post is the perfect resource. You’ll find 72 different crafting ideas for all ages.
Perhaps one of the most appealing side hustle ideas for creative people is selling crafts online. I’ve met many women making hundreds to thousands in extra income per month by selling crafts from home, and I think it’s AMAZING! They are not only making money, but they also love what they do!
I really believe in the saying that if you do what you love, you’ll never work a day in your life. It’s why I write about all sorts of money-making ideas here on this blog to offer you options, and hopefully help you find your passion and make money from it.
But, if you’ve always been creative, artistic and a natural DIYer, you might want to try your hand at making crafts and make money creating things you love doing anyway.
You’ll never know, you could become the next Sarah Titus making a whopping $3,760,000 in a year!
I know, that may sound like a dream, but I think making $500 in extra income per month selling crafts from home is very realistic for beginners. More so today with the many amazing platforms such as Etsy, Shopify or Facebook Marketplace that allow you to reach more customers even without leaving home.
I want you to note, though, that not all crafts are profitable. So, if you are still brainstorming for things to make and sell from home, don’t worry, I’ve done the research for you to give you more ideas on the most profitable crafts to make and sell for profit!
How to Make Money with Crafts
Before we dive into the best crafts that make money, here are a couple of things that I think is important to consider before you even get started:
Consider the cost
Although I’ve only included in this list of crafts that are not only easy to sell but are also cost-effective, it is still important to do your own research on the actual cost. You’ll give your homemade products your personal touch and that may affect their cost and price. Find out where to get your supplies for cheap, how much similar products sell online, the logistics, and how to set your prices.
How to sell your products
Thankfully, there are so many online platforms that you could use to sell your products. You are no longer only limited to selling your products at trade fairs or bazaars. Check out these websites to sell stuff locally.
Create a blog
Blogging is an awesome way to showcase your crafts and I really recommend creating a blog for your business because it can tremendously help you establish your presence online.
Most people who make and sell crafts for money also run a blog that serves as their online portfolio or catalog for their customers to browse through. Your blog is also a great place for you to tell stories behind your crafts to inspire people.
The good thing is, setting up a blog is super easy and cheap (the best price here!). If you need help, I have an easy-to-follow tutorial to guide you on how to set up a blog with Hostgator.
Hostgator is one of the most popular hosting companies out there and it’s also one of the easiest ways to get your blog up and running today. They offer a FREE domain name for one year ($15 value), 24/7 customer service, 1-click WordPress install, and a 45-day moneyback guarantee.
Interested in selling on Etsy but don’t know what are the best things to sell on Etsy? I’ve done the research for you! Check out our list of the best things to sell on Etsy today!
Related: 15 Inspiring Hobbies that Make Money
The Best Crafts to Make and Sell From Home For a Profit
Ready to learn what are the best crafts to make and sell in 2021? Let’s dive in!
1. Pillowcases
Seasonal pillowcases are always in demand. People love redecorating their homes season per season. So, if you have cool pillowcase design ideas for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Summer, or Valentine, this could be one of the best crafts to make and earn money from.
2. Knitted Scarves
Scarves are stylish and functional, making these crafts a lovely gift idea. There are plenty of patterns, designs, and looks you could create with knitting, allowing you to market to a wide variety of customers.
3. Pet Costumes
Love pets? If you do, I bet you’d love to see them in cute costumes, too. I love dressing up my little chihuahua most especially during Halloween, so I know that there’s money in this little crafting niche. If you can make unique, cute, or funny designs, you’ll make money no matter what the season is!
4. Bath Bombs
Bath bombs are one of the best crafts that make money. Fizzy, great-smelling, and soothing to the skin, bath bombs add luxury to baths. I’ve included this on the list because bath bombs make lovely gifts for women and they are surprisingly easy to make!
5. Scented Candles
This may be a classic crafting product idea, but many people still invest in candles to relax, make their homes smell great, give as gifts or use as home decors. The best thing is that making candles is easy!
6. Succulent Planters
Who loves these cute little things? I do! Many people love succulents because they are low-maintenance and beautiful home plants. You could make money from this trend by creating or designing planters and selling them online via sites like Etsy.
7. Pom Pom Rugs
Pompom rugs are easy to make and versatile. It can be used as a rug, wall décor, or placemat.
8. Pouches
These are handy storage solutions for almost everything: makeup, school supplies, hair ties, etc. This could easily be one of the best crafts to make and sell for profit!
9. Cake Toppers
From birthdays to weddings and anniversaries, there is a demand for cake toppers all year round as cake plays a huge part in any celebration. The sky is the limit when it comes to designs, too! You can make edible sugar flowers for weddings or cartoon characters for kids’ birthdays.
10. Jewelry/ Accessories
From customized bracelets, DIY necklaces to earrings, it’s easy to make jewelry and accessories from the comforts of your own home.
11. Mason Jars
Give the old and humble mason jar a facelift and make money from it! They make elegant wedding centerpieces and versatile containers for almost anything. These chalk-painted mason jars, for example, are easy to make but sell for $15 each on Amazon!
12. Sugar scrub
Sugar scrub is so cheap to make! Make sure to give a little effort on the packaging and you’ll have an easy craft to make money!
Also read: $1 or Less Homemade Vanilla Sugar Scrub Recipe
13. Farm House Wood Crate
Farmhouse decor lovers would love to have one of these! Whether to organize stuff in the kitchen or to use as a toy holder, wooden crates bring a bit of nostalgia to any room.
14. Handmade Soap
Handmade soap is another easy craft to make and sell and it never gets old! They make great DIY gifts and they’re easy and quick to make, too!
Check out these great soap recipes:
Handmade Oatmeal Cinnamon Soap
DIY Pumpkin Spice Goat Milk Soap
15. Wreaths
Who doesn’t love wreaths? They make elegant decorations for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter! Many people love these cute decors so making all-year-round wreaths is also a fantastic idea.
Check out these ideas:
16. T-Shirts
Have funny or cute T-shirt designs but you don’t have the money to turn your ideas into products? Maybe you are good at graphic design but you don’t have the resources or knowledge of printing.
Well, today, you can start selling customized t-shirts and other products with the help of print-on-demand companies such as Teespring. They can create your products at NO cost to you!
Teespring will handle everything from printing to shipping to customer service. All you need is to create your designs and market your products.
17. Flower crowns
Flower crowns are popular accessories for Hawaiian parties, weddings, and festivals. Just attach some fabric flowers onto a headband, and voila, you have a product to sell to make an easy profit from!
17. Decorated mugs
There are plenty of ways to decorate plain mugs (painting is one of them), and they can sell quickly as event and corporate giveaways, or gifts.
Check out these ideas:
18. Cake Stand
You can also add cake stands to your inventory. You’d be surprised at how easy these things are to make!
Here are some ideas you’ll love:
Interchangeable + Removable Cake Stand
19. Printables
Want to make money by creating digital crafts? Then make and sell printables online! You would never believe how lucrative printables are! As I said, Sara Titus made millions in one year selling all sorts of printables–from meal and fitness planners to budget binders, wall arts, and more!
If you have graphic design skills, you might want to try your luck in this niche. Help save other people’s sanity by selling printable planners, templates, or binders and at the same time make money from it.
20. Children’s headbands
Whether you’re going for simple, stylish or quirky headbands, these accessories never fail to be hot among young girls.
21. Knitted wall hangings
Knitted products never get old and wall hangings are just among those knitted projects you can easily earn money from.
Check out these ideas:
Knitted Wall Hanging (Christmas Pattern)
22. Homemade dog biscuit
This does not exactly belong to the arts and crafts category, but homemade dog biscuits are treats you can whip up at home. Sell them to your friends and neighbors, and then tap your local pet store as well.
Check out these ideas:
Easy 2-ingredient Homemade Dog Biscuit Recipe
23. Pins and magnets
Enamel pins and ref magnets are such a hit that various people, from teenagers to corporate marketers buy them.
24. Sea Glass Crafts
A friend of mine picks up sea glass as a hobby and makes these beautiful crafts to sell!
If you live near the ocean, you might find sea glass. These are broken bottles or jars rolled and tumbled in the ocean for years until their sharp edges are rounded off . You can make a lot of crafts with sea glass–from wall art and picture frames dotted with sea glass, to fashion accessories and home decors.
For inspiration, check out “Bahandi sa Dagat.”
25. Explosion Gift Boxes
Another friend of mine at Greta’s Craft House made explosion gift boxes for Valentine’s Day and it became an instant hit! The price depends on how intricate the design is inside the box, its size and materials. However, Greta said a simple explosion box sells for at least $20.
For inspiration or inquiries, check out her stuff at Greta’s Craft House.
26. Jar Candles
Jar candles are some of the easy things to make and sell for money. They make excellent as decorative pieces and gifts.
27. Ring cones
A lot of people forget where they place their rings when taking a bath or washing the dishes. Ring cones are the perfect places to keep them safe and accessible, making them a great holiday gift to other women.
Photo Credit: DIY in PDX
See the full tutorial here: Concrete Ring Cones
28. Picture frames
Handcrafted picture frames are unique and beautiful holders of life’s most important memories. These crafts require the labor of love and creativity, and these crafts should stand out among commercially-produced ones.
29. Cakes
Cake is an easy food to sell to make money. If you have a delicious cake recipe and are good at cake decorating, this can be a great business idea for you! Custom cakes sell for at least $40, and they’re in demand, too, for birthdays, weddings, and other celebrations.
30. Tote Bags
Tote bags are great products to sell during trade fairs and bazaars and they also make excellent giveaways to corporate and organizational events. Get a couple of blank canvass bags and start imprinting them with your art now.
31. Jewelry bowls
Jewelry bowls are small, creative bowls where you can place your jewelry during the night. These crafts are often made with polymer clay and some paint, which by the way, are easy to source.
32. Fruit baskets
Fruit baskets are healthy, pretty, and delicious gifts that many people would love to receive. You can start making a business from home with this gift idea as they’re quite easy to make.
33. Rope Placemats
I don’t know about you but I love these things! Rope placemats give your dinner table or kitchen a rustic feel, and they never run out of style. They are super simple and cheap to make and elegant, too.
Check out this simple tutorial on how to make rope placemats.
34. Cloth Covered Journal
A lot of people still prefer writing on paper journals instead of keeping records on their smartphones. Writing in a journal is a very personal, intimate event, and the physical appearance of a journal makes this experience even more unforgettable. You can dress up plain notebooks with exciting fabric patterns and sell them for a profit. Here’s a step-by-step guide by Creations by Kara.
35. Pallet Signs
Pallet wood signs are amazing decors for homes and events. Instead of throwing away these scraps of wood, you can turn them into amazing signs with stenciled inspirational quotes.
Here’s how you can make wood pallet signs.
36. Wine Cork Keychains
Love wine? You’d love it more if you know you can make some money from it after you’ve saved a couple of wine corks. Cute, quirky, and unique, these crafts are so easy to make but make a huge statement.
37. Custom Dry Erase Boards
Menu, shopping list, kids’ schedules? I wonder how other parents keep up with all these things without dry erase boards. But why settle for the generic ones when you can spice them up and sell them? Some people, myself included, just can’t get enough of lists and reminders!
38. Baby Milestone Blanket
Parents nowadays love keeping track of their baby’s milestones. And what better way to document their monthly development than a milestone blanket? This product also makes the perfect accessory for the baby’s monthly photoshoots. You can create baby milestone blankets with all sorts of themes and designs or personalize them for each client.
Here’s a how-to guide by Jennifer Maker.
39. Rope Bowls
These homemade bowls are perfect for holding fruits, yarn, napkins, home decor accessories, bread, and pretty much anything you like to put in them. This craft makes an awesome and cheap DIY gift, too.
40. Hot Handle Holder
Practical and useful, the hot pan holders are some of the best crafts to make and sell. These little kitchen cloth-made holders allow for easier and safer cooking, so they’re must-haves in every household. As you’ll only need fabric and sewing equipment, these crafts require little monetary investment too.
41. Leather Clutch Purse
The leather clutch purse is always a hit among the ladies. But did you know that you don’t have to buy one to have your own? You can make them yourself and sell these classic and adorable purses to other women. If you don’t know how, here’s a detailed tutorial by Rattles and Heels.
42. Beeswax Lip Balm
Most people would reach for their lip balms during the cold and windy seasons to prevent lips from getting chapped and dry. Some commercially made lip balms don’t exactly come cheap, but if you can make and sell them, you can set a more budget-friendly price. Surprisingly, beeswax lip balms aren’t too difficult or expensive to make, so turn this little hobby into a home-based business. Here’s how to make beeswax lip balms by Dream A Little Bigger.
43. Homemade Quilts
Quilts are practical and useful items that are in demand for the whole year-round. You can even make one from scratch pieces of clothing or extra fabric you have at home. If you’re looking to make and sell quilts as a side business, check out the tutorials by Diary of a Quilter.
44. Makeup brush roll
Women know the pains and stress of finding the right makeup brush inside their bags especially when they don’t have enough time. That’s why the makeup brush roll is one of the best crafts to make and sell because they hold makeup brushes in one place, keep them clean, and utilize less space. All you need is a piece of fabric, ribbon and basic sewing skills to come up with this wonderful project. Here’s an easy tutorial by Momstatic.
45. Welcome Doormats
Doormats are some of the most overlooked items in the house, but the right one can set the mood for you and your guests even before entering the home. And did you know that it doesn’t take much time or money to create customized doormats? That’s why these things are hot crafts to make and sell! Life On Summerhill has an instructional post for this.
46. Baby Bows
I am sure moms with baby girls can’t resist these cute and colorful accessories! So creating adorably baby bows can be a good home-based business to venture into. Need inspiration? You can find baby bow tutorials on the links below:
Spiker Bow Tutorial with Step by Step Photos
Felt Bow Free Pattern And Tutorial
47. Luggage Tags
Luggage tags are some of those nifty travel details that make quite a difference. They help you spot your luggage right away while at the carousel or prove that you own such a luggage (in case another passenger mistook it). Well, because they are useful, they make great crafts to sell, too. You can create fashion luggage tags from different materials: fabric, leather, denim, laminated paper, and more. If you’re interested in this money-making hobby, take a look at a few tutorials below:
DIY Leather Luggage Tags With Cricut Knife Blade
48. Glittered Glassware
Glassware decorated with glitter is a real hit during special occasions, such as bridal parties, weddings, and holiday events. This craft levels up ordinary champagne flutes or glasses to extravagant, classy-looking glassware, and they’ll never fail to amaze anyone. Check out these posts to find inspiration in crafting glittered glassware:
From Sham to Glam: DIY Glitter Champagne Flutes
How to Make Glitter Wine Glasses
49. Family wood signs
Wood is one of the most flexible crafting materials and one of my favorite concepts of wood-crafting are those adorable family signs you can put up at home. These personalized custom wood crafts require nothing more than some blank pallet, foam board, and some acrylic paint. Here’s a guide from the Six Clever Sisters.
50. Knitted cardigan
This is probably one of the best crafts to make and sell, especially among women looking for both functional and stylish clothing that will last them through the seasons. You can check out Mama in a Stitch’s tutorial and knitting pattern here.
51. Dish Towels
Kitchen towels may seem like trivial things in the house, but they add functionality and aesthetics. The good thing is, you can create and sell kitchen towels without spending a lot of money upfront. All you need is some fabric (even flour sacks and left-over fabric are good), a sewing machine, and acrylic paint. Here are some tutorials you can check:
How to Make Simple Flour Sack Dish Towels
52. Sea Shell Mirror
Some people just can’t get enough of the beach that they’d like to bring the sea vibe into their homes. That’s why the seashell mirror is such a wonderful idea to sell. All you have to do is pick up seashells and purchase decorative pebbles and then hot glue them around the mirror frame. This project is so easy to do, requires less time, and is fun as well.
Here are some tutorials to help you get started with your own seashell mirror crafting:
How To Make A Shell Mirror Tutorial With Your Treasures From The Sea
53. Desktop Caddy
Photo by thecraftedmaker.com
The desk or working table can easily get messed up, and such surface chaos can be distracting. People usually purchase a desktop caddy to give work areas a semblance of order and organization, so you can turn this demand into an opportunity. There are loads of materials you can use: scrap wood, cardboard, mason jars, and more! To give you some inspiration, check these tutorials:
54. Cloth Sunglass Case
Hey, even sunnies need protection, not from the sun, but from the scratches and damages when they’re not in use. So instead of dumping your pair of precious sunglasses into your bag, cocoon them into this especially-made case to keep them in good condition. And you can cash into this craft too, as other people could have the same problem. Fortunately, creating sunglasses cases isn’t that hard, expensive, or time-consuming. Here’s an easy tutorial by Hello Little Home.
56. Pacifier Clips
Creating pacifier clips could be one of the easiest and best crafts to make money, simply because most parents could hardly say no to adorable little accessories for their bundles of joy. Here are some easy tutorials to guide you in creating pacifier clips:
How To Make Adorable, Custom Name Pacifier Clips
57. Framed Jewelry Organizer
I don’t have much jewelry but how I love this idea! Some people collect too much jewelry but are unable to bring themselves to organize the earrings, necklaces, and bracelets in their possession. A jewelry organizer is an answer! You can create jewelry organizers in different ways using various materials, and the results can range from chic to classy. Take a look at these jewelry organizer tutorials for inspiration:
Diy Framed Jewelry And Earring Organizer
58. Painted Stone Photo Stand
Photo by One Little Project
Showcasing precious moments need not be stored in phones and computers. You can create these adorable painted rock photo holders made from smooth stones, some paint, and wire. Here’s a how-to post from One Little Project.
59. Seashell Wind Chimes
Windchimes add a personal, natural touch to any space. They create lovely music and movement, and they make for great decors too. Seashell wind chimes are some of the best DIY crafts that make money. When you go to the beach, consider collecting seashells, and then string them together with a string. Here’s an easy tutorial by Sustain My Craft Habit.
60. Zipper Book Clutch
Photo by See Kate Sew
Don’t let hardbound books gather dust in storage. Instead, turn them into crafts that make money. By gutting out the pages (reserve them for future craft projects), covering the book cover with fabric, and attaching a zipper, you can create a beautiful clutch that you can sell. Find See Kate Saw’s instructional post below:
Buy + Diy: Zipper Book Clutch Tutorial!
61. Placemats
Placemats always bring more style and character to the dining table. And if you’re quite a talented sewer or crafter, you can always make placemats according to seasons and occasions: Valentines, Christmas, spring, summer, etc. You can make placemats out of leftover fabric, discarded denim, rope, and several other materials. Here are some of the top DIY placemat ideas you can try:
Set the Table with DIY Double-Sided Scalloped Placemats
Upcycling Jeans into Useful and Pretty Woven Placemats
62. Pipe Laptop Stand
This could be one of the best crafts that make money! Simply purchase a copper pipe (the PVC pipe works too), and then fashion it into a laptop stand. This unique craft idea helps make using the laptop more convenient, and at the same time, save space on your work table. Here’s a link to a tutorial by Beauty Sauce.
63. Painted Umbrellas
Rainy days don’t have to be dull and boring, when you can have umbrellas that are vibrant and colorful. You can buy plain umbrellas in bulk for cheap at Amazon, and then paint them up with acrylic. This craft works for livening up old patio umbrellas too. As for the design and colors, the sky’s the limit! Check out the following links to find more ideas:
DIY Painted Pattern Patio Umbrella
64. Personalized Water Bottles
Photo by Tidbits
We all need to drink water, but we surely don’t want to drink from another person’s cup or bottle (and vice versa). That’s why I think personalizing water bottles is one of the easy selling crafts that make money. You can purchase plain glass water bottles in bulk, and then personalize them with names and designs through the etching method. Here are some links to personalized water bottle tutorials you can look into:
DIY Personalized Etched Glass Water Bottles
Mermaid Water Bottle with Free SVG
65. Mason Jar Soap Dispenser
Photo by Mason Jar Crafts Love
With this uncertain world we live in right now, it’s become more important than ever to wash our hands regularly. Turning old mason jars into liquid soap dispensers is a wonderful craft idea, and it sells. To make the dispenser even more visually appealing, you can customize it with designs, monograms, and even hand-paint them to match the season or occasion. Here are some easy tutorials you can follow:
How to Make a Mason Jar Soap Dispenser
66. Leather Keychain
It’s amazing how incredibly easy to make these personalized leather keychains. With some craft materials, a letter stamp set, and scrap leather, you can create a couple of these in a matter of minutes. You can even offer these products to companies as corporate giveaways, or as souvenirs during events. Check out the following tutorials to start making yours today:
DIY Personalized Leather Keychains
67. Cloth Diapers
I know disposable diapers are more convenient to use, but a lot of moms swear by cloth diapers for their durability, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness. Many CD users buy inserts, so if you can sew, this can be something you can make money from! You can create inserts from flour sack towels, blankets and pieces of scrap fabric. You can follow these tutorials so you can start making and selling cloth diaper inserts soon:
DIY Cloth Diaper Inserts – Easy Absorbency On A Dime
Handmade GDiaper Cloth Insert Tutorial
68. Canvas Quote Art
Art pieces dress up the walls and give homes more character. But because art can be expensive, you can try making canvas quote arts instead. Canvas quote arts contain quotes, sayings, and Bible passages that resonate with the person owning them. This easy is one of the easy arts and crafts that make money, requiring low capital, time, and resources. Check out A Crafted Passion’s step-by-step tutorial in creating a canvas quote art.
69. Crochet Dish Scrubbers
Perhaps one of the less celebrated crochet products is dish scrubbers, but that’s until you realize how useful these things are in the kitchen. Crochet dish scrubbers can replace your usual commercial scrubbing pads and sponges, they’re more durable and reusable. You can put your crochet skills to work and make some money by making some of these tiny kitchen heroes. Here are some resources to get you started:
Tutorial: Crocheted Double-Sided Dish Scrubber Pattern
70. Macrame Plant Hangers
Who wouldn’t love these?! I am sure most homeowners who love plants would! Hang plants in style with macrame plant hangers. I am just in love with the boho vibe, adorable knots, dangling fringes and overall sophistication this product provides! Here are some tutorials you can follow:
Simple Rope Plant Hanger DIY // Easy Macrame Tutorial
16 Easy DIY Macrame Plant Hangers for Beginners
71. Serving Trays
Beautiful store-bought serving trays are usually expensive. But you can create your own and sell them at a more budget-friendly price! You could make cute, formal, rustic, or seasonal designs, or even place the client’s family name or monogram. Help people play the perfect hosts by selling them pretty serving trays. Here’s a tutorial from Thrift Diving.
72. Mermaid Tail Blanket
Although mermaid tail blankets are usually time-consuming to create, they’re also one of the best crafts that make the most money. These blankets are perfect accessories for photoshoots and sea-themed costumes. Plus, they’re extra cozy too! Whether sewn or crocheted, these tails can bring in waves of income. Here are some tutorials you can look into:
Crochet Mermaid Tail FREE PATTERN
No-Sew Fleece Mermaid Tail Blanket Pattern
Are you ready to start making crafts for money?
Making crafts for money can be very rewarding and lucrative when you have the right ideas and a good marketing plan.
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Good luck and happy crafting!
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Wow This is AWESEOME!! What a great list of things to make to earn money! I am going to pin this for later so I can spend more time going through all the amazing ideas! Thank you for including my sea shell mirror idea! I didn’t even think about making these and selling them! It might be a little tricky shipping but hey anything can ship in a box these days!
Thank you for this great post!
Karin