Easy Ways to Sell Your Handmade Products in the UK
by Sticky Print
Start Here
You’ve crafted a great product—now where do you sell it? Below is a simple, no-jargon guide to the best UK options, what they cost, and how to choose.
Quick Marketplace Guide
| Where | Set-up | Fees | Best For | Worth it? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Etsy UK | 20p per item | ≈10 % | Easy first shop | 👍 |
| Folksy | 15p per item | ≈9 % | British craft fans | 👍 |
| Amazon Handmade | Free (apply) | 12 % | Huge reach | 👍 |
| eBay UK | Free | 13 % | Clearance & one-offs | ➖ |
| NOTHS | £199 join | 25 % | Luxury gifts | 👎 |
| TikTok Shop | Free | 5–8 % | Video sales | 👍 |
* Platform + card fee. Ads are extra.
Choosing One
- Love short videos? Pick TikTok Shop.
- Need search traffic? Start on Etsy.
- Make British gifts? Folksy has loyal buyers.
Your Own Website
Shopify Basic costs £25/month. Switch once you get roughly 150 orders a month or want full brand control.
Website Starter List
- Buy a .co.uk domain (£10).
- Use the free Dawn theme.
- Take clean, bright photos (same backdrop).
- Install Royal Mail Click & Drop app.
Wholesale for Bigger Orders
- Faire – 15 % first order, 10 % repeat.
- Ankorstore – flat 10 % fee.
- CREOATE – 15 %, smaller minimums.
Free Ways to Get Seen
- Post a 15-second “making” reel weekly.
- Offer local bundles on Facebook Marketplace.
- Add a bold logo sticker—customers share unboxing pics.
- Include a QR code so buyers visit your site next time.
Money Tip: Keep at least 40 % of each sale after fees, materials, and shipping. If total costs top 60 %, raise your price or choose a cheaper channel.
Next Steps
- Pick one platform from the table.
- List your top 5 products.
- Review sales after 30 days and tweak.
- Add a second channel or website once demand grows.
Need pro labels or stickers? Talk to Sticky Print—we’ll help your products look shop-ready and boost those unboxing shots.
