Looking to turn your creativity into cash? You’re in the right place! We’ve rounded up 15 handmade items that are not only quick to make but also have a proven track record of selling well. Whether you’re crafty with a needle and thread or better with a glue gun, there’s something here for every skill level.
Personalized Phone Cases
Transform plain phone cases into custom masterpieces using alcohol inks, pressed flowers, or resin art.
With phone cases being both a necessity and a fashion statement, there’s always demand for unique designs.
Pro tip: Stock up on cases for the most popular phone models to maximize your potential customer base.
This product gets 9900 searches a month for the exact keyword search term and there are a LOT of related keywords with relatively high search numbers. If you want to know more about the viability of this niche read my comments at the bottom of this page.
Soy Candles
The natural candle market is booming, and soy candles are relatively simple to make.
Start with basic supplies like soy wax, wicks, and essential oils.
What sets successful sellers apart is unique scent combinations and attractive packaging.
Consider seasonal scents like “Autumn Bonfire” or “Summer Garden” to capture different market segments.
This product gets 27100 searches a month for the exact keyword search term which is high, but the related keywords drop off fairly sharply.
But, remember that this is a product that can get traffic from keywords like “gifts” so there is a very large market. Also, beeswax candles get 49500 monthly searches and if you focus on that sub-niche alone you will thrive.
If you want to know more about the viability of this niche read my comments at the bottom of this page.
Crochet Plant Hangers
With houseplants trending more than ever, macramé and crochet plant hangers are in high demand.
These can be made in a few hours and require minimal materials.
Offer them in various sizes and colours to appeal to different home decor styles.
Crochet Plant hangers only get 8100 searches a month for the exact keyword search term which is not that high, however, if you target macrame plant hangers the search numbers jump to 49500.
If you want to know more about the viability of this niche read my comments at the bottom of this page.
Custom Pet Portraits
If you have basic drawing or painting skills, pet portraits are a goldmine.
Start with simple silhouette designs if you’re not confident with detailed work.
Pet parents love personalized art of their furry friends and are willing to pay well for it.
This is especially powerful for beloved pates who have passed on to the Rainbow Bridge.
Custom pet portraits only get 6600 searches a month for the exact keyword search term which is not that high, however, if you target just pet portraits the search numbers jump to 33100.
Rainbow Bridge Dog gets 18100 searches all on its own.
If you want to know more about the viability of this niche read my comments at the bottom of this page.
Polymer Clay Jewelry
From earrings to necklace pendants, polymer clay jewelry is inexpensive to make and highly customizable.
Modern, minimalist designs in neutral colors tend to sell particularly well. You can create dozens of pieces in one afternoon.
Polymer Clay Jewelry only gets 5400 searches a month for the exact keyword search term which is not that high, however, if you look and see how wide this niche is you will be amazed. Polymer clay earrings get 18100 searches a month and “earrings” alone get over 800 000 searches a month. The jewellery niche is massive and if you target a sub-niche, you can do amazingly well.
If you want to know more about the viability of this niche read my comments at the bottom of this page.
Custom Tote Bags
With more people avoiding plastic bags, stylish tote bags are essential items.
Purchase plain canvas bags in bulk and customize them with screen printing, embroidery, or fabric paint.
Focus on trending phrases or designs that resonate with specific niches.
This is another niche that you can see the potential of by just looking a one keyword. I don’t believe that many people actually look at using the word “custom” and yet it still gets 40500 searches a month.
Personalized tote bags also get 40,000 searches a month. This is a niche that you can drill down to sub-niches for great results.
If you want to know more about the viability of this niche read my comments at the bottom of this page.
Bath Bombs
The self-care market continues to grow, making bath products excellent sellers.
Basic bath bombs require just a few ingredients and moulds.
Stand out by incorporating dried flowers, natural colourants, and essential oils for unique combinations.
Who knew? Bath Bombs get an amazingly high search number every month.
165000 people search for that exact term every month on Google.
I think this is one where you need to build a powerful brand name to get the best return for your efforts.
If you want to know more about the viability of this niche read my comments at the bottom of this page.
Printable Wall Art
Digital products like printable wall art have zero inventory costs.
Create a series of coordinating designs using graphic design software, then sell the digital files.
Popular themes include motivational quotes, botanical prints, and nursery art.
Printable wall art only gets 8100 searches a month online. But, remember that is a sort of sub-niche keyword.
Wall art printable gets 22000 searches a month…
Wall art on its own gets 368 000 monthly searches. Therefore I know you can do very well once you have targeted the subniche with high searches and low competition.
If you want to know more about the viability of this niche read my comments at the bottom of this page.
Personalized Cutting Boards
Wood burning or engraving onto cutting boards creates unique kitchen items that make perfect gifts.
Start with unfinished wooden boards and add monograms, family names, or custom designs.
Food-safe finishes are essential.
Personalized cutting boards get 14800 monthly searches, but I am 100% sure that this niche has a very wide footprint.
Just cutting boards alone gets – 165000 searches and that is before you add combinations into your keyword search for words like Charcuterie and custom.
If you want to know more about the viability of this niche read my comments at the bottom of this page.
Knitted or Crochet Beanies
Cozy handmade beanies work year-round – lighter ones for spring and chunky knits for winter.
Choose soft, washable yarns and create simple designs that appeal to various age groups.
Adding faux fur pom-poms can increase their perceived value.
Crochet beanies gets 33 000 searches a month. Knitted beanies gets 14 800.
This is a niche that you could stick to beanies alone and still do very well. However if you looked into the other options for knitted and crochet you will find a potential market so big that you will never be able to keep up with demand.
If you want to know more about the viability of this niche read my comments at the bottom of this page.
Resin Coasters
Resin crafts are trending, and coasters are perfect beginner projects.
Incorporate pressed flowers, metallic foils, or geometric designs.
Sell them individually or in sets of four or six for better profit margins.
Resin coasters get 9900 searches a month which is relatively small compared to others on this page.
However, I need to point out that the keyword “coasters” get 246 000 searches a month which tells me that within all those people there are a ton more than 9900 who would love your designs.
If you want to know more about the viability of this niche read my comments at the bottom of this page.
Customized T-Shirts
With print-on-demand services, you can create custom shirt designs without holding inventory.
Focus on niches like dog lovers, teachers, or specific professions for targeted marketing.
Customized t-shirts get 246,000 searches a month.
Lovely, but I want to add that this number of searches is only the tip of the iceberg.
This niche is super powerful and very saturated. If you know how to drive targeted traffic you will be a winner.
If you want to know more about the viability of this niche read my comments at the bottom of this page.
Handmade Soap
Basic cold-process soap requires a bit more skill, but melt-and-pour soap bases make it easy to start quickly.
Add natural colorants, essential oils, and dried botanicals for unique combinations.
Professional packaging makes a huge difference in perceived value.
Handmade soap only gets 22,000 searches a month, but all the related keywords add up to a much bigger niche. Natural soap, organic soap, lavender soap and 100 more keywords.
If you want to know more about the viability of this niche read my comments at the bottom of this page.
Also I have already done a keyword package for this niche. Find the links on my blog.
Wire-Wrapped Crystal Jewelry
Combine trending crystals with basic wire-wrapping techniques to create unique pendants and rings.
Each piece is naturally one-of-a-kind, allowing for higher pricing.
Research crystal meanings to enhance your product descriptions.
Wire-wrapped crystal jewellery only gets 140 searches a month, but that is deceiving because the keywords wire-wrapped jewellery get 6600 searches.
This is a niche that would need deep keyword research to get the best niche and traffic potential out of the product idea.
If you want to know more about the viability of this niche read my comments at the bottom of this page.
Decorated Sugar Cookies
If you have a knack for baking, decorated sugar cookies can be both profitable and enjoyable to make.
Focus on seasonal designs or special occasions.
Check local cottage food laws before selling food items from home.
This one is very much a local area product only. It still gets a high number of searches a month (over 10 000) but they are worldwide and you are unlikely to be shipping cookies all over the world.
Focus on local search. Use correct keywords and build up a client base that becomes repeat customers and you will be just fine.
A HUGE warning here. The more successful you become the harder you are going to have to work.
If you want to know more about the viability of this niche read my comments at the bottom of this page.
Getting Started Tips
Research your local market to see which items are in demand
Calculate your materials and time costs carefully to ensure profitability
Take high-quality photos of your products
Start with a few items and expand based on customer feedback
Consider selling on multiple platforms (Etsy, local markets, your own website)
Remember, the key to success isn’t just making great products – it’s also about presentation, marketing, and customer service. Start with items that match your skill level and interests, then expand your offerings as you gain confidence and customer feedback.
Ready to start selling? Choose one or two items from this list that align with your skills and start creating! The sooner you begin, the sooner you can start earning from your creativity.
What will you make first?
Find out more about the viability of your chosen niche.
It’s all very well to come along and find a nice article on some great crafting niche business ideas – right?
The thing is that each one had slight differences in how to get the business profitable.
Do you sell on the markets?
Do you focus only on Etsy?
What about just running paid ads?
I will personally focus on Pinterest, but you can do very well on TikTok or Instagram.
Other than my 40 years of experience in doing and helping crafters, I believe that the core answers for your business should be set up in the research.
Keyword research is the main focus. But there is more.
I can research for you, or I could just do a single consultation meeting to get you pointed in the right direction. If you think you would like to know more about how I can help, go to the contact page and send me a detailed message.
