72 Crafts to Make and Sell for Extra Cash

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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 ways to make money from it.

If you’ve always been creative, artistic and a natural DIYer, you might want to try your hand at making crafts and making 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 and 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

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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 lis 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 for 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 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. I strongly recommend creating a blog for your business because it can help you tremendously in your efforts to establish your presence online.

Many 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 the stories behind your crafts to inspire people. 

The good thing is that 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 the best things to sell on Etsy might be? 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’s, 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 another 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 decor. The best partis 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. PomPom Rugs

Pompom rugs are easy to make and versatile. Theycan be used as  rugs, wall décor, or placemats. 

Easy Yarn Pom Pom Rug

8. Pouches

These are handy storage solutions for almost everything: makeup, school supplies, hair ties, and other small items. 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 and DIY necklaces to fancy 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! The jars 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 put a little extra effort in the packaging and you’ll have an easy craft that makes money!

Also read: $1 or Less Homemade Vanilla Sugar Scrub Recipe

13. Farmhouse wood crate

Farmhouse decor fans 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 nevergoes out of style! Soaps make great DIY gifts and they’re easy and quick to make, too!

Check out these great soap recipes:

15. Wreaths

Who doesn’t love wreaths? They make elegant decorations for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter! Many people love this cute decor so making all-year-round wreaths is also a fantastic idea.

Check out these ideas:

DIY Wood Bead Floral Wreath

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 any knowledge of printing or the resources neccesary  to produce the shirts.. 

Well, today, you can start selling customized t-shirts and other products with the help of print-on-demand (POD) companies such as Teespring. They can create your products at NO cost to you! 

Teespring will handle everything including printing, shipping, and 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 sell quickly as event and corporate giveaways, or as gifts. 

Check out these ideas:

DIY Glitter Speckled Mugs

DIY Painted Mug Gift Idea

Christmas Mugs

18. Cake Stand

You can add cake stands to your inventory. You’d be surprised at how easy the stands are to make! 

Here are some ideas you’ll love:

5-minute DIY Cake Stand

Interchangeable + Removable Cake Stand

DIY Cookie Pedestal

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 them.

Related: How to Create Printables to Sell

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 go out of style and wall hangings are among those knitted projects you can easily earn money for you. 

Check out these ideas:

22. Homemade Dog Biscuits

This does not exactly belong to the arts and crafts category, but homemade dog biscuits are popular treats you can whip up at home. Sell them to your friends and neighbors, and then tap your local pet store to buy them as well. 

Check out these ideas:

23. Pins and Magnets

Enamel pins and refrigerator magnets are such a hit that lots of people, from teenagers to corporate marketers buy them.

24. Sea GlasCrafts

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 decor.

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 they 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 on Amazon. 

For inspiration or inquiries, check out her stuff at Greta’s Craft House.

26. Jar Candles

Jar candles are some of the easiest 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 place to keep them safe and accessible, making them a great holiday gift to women. 

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 homemade frames 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 make excellent giveawaysfor corporate and organizational events. Get some blank canvas bags and start imprinting them with your art now.

31.  Jewelry Bowls

Jewelry bowls are small creative bowls you can place your jewelry in during the night. These bowlsare often made with polymer clay and some paint, which are easy to source.  

32. Fruit Baskets

Fruit baskets are healthy, pretty, and delicious gifts that many people love to receive. You can start making a business from home with this gift idea as the baskets arequite 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 go of style. They are super simple and cheap to make, yet elegant, too. 

Check out this simple tutorial on how to make rope placemats.

34. Cloth-Covered Journal

A lot of people still prefer writing in 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 decor 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 CorkKeychains

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 today love keeping track of their baby’s milestones. And what better way to document their monthly development than a milestone blanket? This product is also the perfect accessory for the baby’s monthly photo shoots. 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 else 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 one of the best crafts to make and sell. These little kitchen 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.

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