Take a peek at this list of easy things you can make and sell and make money, (all from home). Best of all, you don't have to be a pro at sewing or super crafty to make these things. and you won't need a lot of expensive supplies to make them either.
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Thinking about making stuff at home that you can make and sell? And wondering what kinds of easy things to make that sell well and make a profit?
Related: Side jobs you can do from home to make extra money.
And whether you are crafty or not, there are lots of easy things you can make and sell for a profit. You can sell your crafts online on Etsy, Facebook, eBay, or your own website.
You can also sell your crafts at craft fairs and swap meets.
One way to come up with ideas for things to make and sell is to make a list of things you would love to buy yourself.
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For example, if you love dogs, why not come up with some amazing dog crafts to make and sell? If you have a passion for books, there are some easy ideas for book-related things to make and sell to other book lovers.
You can recycle cans into amazing home decor items and sell them online or at swap meets and craft fairs. This post has some easy DIY tin can crafts to make and sell.
You can find ideas for things to make and sell using items you already have at home, or with inexpensive supplies you can buy at dollar stores.
And most DIY craft projects have detailed easy step-by-step instructions. So you don't have to worry if you don't consider yourself to be a crafty person
If you are already a DIY-er, then taking the next step and starting your
own side job at home making and selling awesome creative things people want to buy will be a piece of cake!
What Are Some Of The Easiest Crafts to Make and Sell And Make Money?
You may want to start with simple easy things to make. And that is great because some of the easiest cheapest crafts to make are also things to make at home that sell well.
Personalized dog crafts are one of the best things to make and sell because pet owners love to buy unique pet items for their pets. Research online to find out what pet products are popular with pet owners to get ideas for things you could make that pet parents would love to buy.
Green earth-friendly DIY home decor and crafts are also very popular crafts you could make and sell to make money.
Other easy ideas for crafts to make and sell include natural organic soaps, fun hair accessories, homemade baby clothes, all-natural baby products, and simple everyday accessories people use (like key fobs and coasters.)
Check out this list of easy things you can make and sell from home (starting today!)
1. Easy Hair Accessories To Make and Sell From Home
Custom Bobby Pins
Such a cute easy craft for making and selling, right? All you need to make
these fantastic handmade hair accessories are bobby pins, a hot glue gun, and
cheap gemstones.
You can find inexpensive gemstones on Amazon or use costume jewelry laying around the house that you never use. Another good place to find inexpensive costume jewelry is at garage sales and thrift shops)
Custom-made bobby pins are small and easy to package and mail to customers as well if you sell them online.
Here's an easy tutorial to get started making and selling custom bobby pins.
2. Kids and Baby Items
Baby Burp Cloths
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Handmade Baby Burp Cloths may be one of the easiest sewing crafts to make and sell online at sites like Etsy and eBay.
If you love to sew, this could be a
great idea for something cheap to make and sell from home.
Check out how you can make easy baby burp cloths at home to sell online or at craft fairs.
Dinosaur Toothbrush Holder
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Make and sell custom toothbrush holders for kids like this cute dinosaur toothbrush holder for kids.
Get creative and design fun customized toothbrush holders for kids to sell online at sites like Etsy.
3. Practical Everyday Accessories To Make and Sell That Make Money
Yarn Bookmarks
An easy fun thing to make and sell without needing a lot of money for supplies arete yarn ball bookmarks.
And best of all, these cute pom yarn bookmarks are easy to pack and ship to customers.
Key Fobs
Handmade Key Fobs are another easy craft idea if you are looking
for something cheap, quick, and easy to make and sell to make a little extra money in your spare time.
4. Eco-Friendly Home Decor
DIY Eco-Friendly Coasters
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Selling Eco-friendly products like
unique handmade coasters
are some of the best things you can make to sell right now.
Anything green made with earth-friendly sustainable materials is a hot-selling
item, and definitely something to consider when deciding what things to make
and sell for money.
Need a little inspiration?
5. Wood and Pallet Craft Ideas
DIY Pallet Plaques
Wooden Pallet home decor projects hot items to make and sell right now.
This charming handmade wood pallet picture frame is one of the best popular easy and inexpensive things you can make to make money.
If this craft idea is something you would like to make and sell, now is the
perfect time to start making pallet plaques so that you are ready to
sell your products in time for the holidays
DIY Rustic Wood Wine Rack
Rustic crafts like this beautiful DIY wood wine rack always sell well at Christmas time when people are looking for unique
handmade gifts to give.
I love the cute chalkboard labels - a definite extra touch to add if you decide to make this DIY
project.
6. Easy Clothespin Crafts To Make and Sell (Yep, there are crafts you can make using clothespins)
Handmade Clothespin Wreaths
DIY Handmade Clothespin Wreaths are some of the best and easiest crafts to make
and sell, especially during Christmas and Halloween.
Luckily, people love to buy unique handmade wreaths all year long, so
making wreaths can be a fun way for stay-at-home moms to make extra
money throughout the year.
Make Clothespin Worry Dolls
Worry Dolls made with clothespins are another super easy craft to sell and make money.
Check out Etsy to find inspiration for making your own Clothespin Worry
Dolls to sell ( remember to put your own spin and creativity into your
designs) and even doll accessories to make as well.
7. DIY Natural Organic Soaps
How To Make Organic Natural Handmade Soaps
If you love natural healthy skin products, it is easy to learn how to make
your own natural organic soap at home to sell online.
You can start your natural soap-making business by reading about organic
healthy ingredients for homemade soap without lye that is good for your skin and is Eco-friendly.
Find or create your own easy organic natural soap recipe and sell it online
at sites like Etsy, You could also start a blog about safe homemade natural
products, and sell your handmade soaps on your blog.
Some Ideas for Easy Organic Soaps You Can Make at Home
8. Homemade Eco-Friendly Candles
Everyone loves candles, especially safe non-toxic candles made with natural
ingredients.
So if you are thinking of making candles to sell and make money, learn how to
make scented natural non-toxic candles without Paraffin (which gives off
unhealthy chemicals.)
Here are some naturally scented handmade candles everyone will love!
9. Handmade Pet Crafts To Make and Sell
Healthy Organic Homemade Dog Treats
People love to pamper their pets with special goodies and are always on the lookout for unique and healthy pet treats.
If you love to bake, maybe try baking healthy dog treats and birthday cakes to sell to pet owners.
Using organic natural ingredients in your homemade pet treat recipes will make them stand out to pet parents who are looking for healthy
natural food and treats for their pets.
Here is an article with information about regulations for making and selling dog treats from home to help you get started setting up your pet brand dog treat business from home.
And here are some easy healthy dog treat recipes to help you get started!
Pet Clothes and Accessories
If baking dog biscuits is not your thing, you could make adorable fun clothing
for dogs and cats from home.
You can save money making cute pet clothes at home by recycling clothes your kids have outgrown into cute handmade pet outfits. And be sure to check thrift
shops and garage sales for cheaply priced clothing and material.
You could also keep things simple by focusing on one pet clothing accessory to make, like pet bandannas. which use less fabric than other pet clothes.
Personalized dog bandannas are easy things you can make and sell quickly
Here are some more ideas for dog things to make and sell:
Organic Pet Shampoo
Personalized Pet Leashes
Unique Pet Collars
Custom pet tags,
Customized pet food bowls
Personalized Jars for Pet Treat
Custom-made pet beds.
Get inspired with these easy DIY pet fashion ideas.
10. DIY Jewelry Crafts To Make and Sell
Wire Wrapped Rings
Unique and creative handmade jewelry is always a popular item to sell.
Easy wire-wrapped rings are easy to make and could be a fun inexpensive way to start a jewelry business
from home.
And if you have tweens or teenagers, they might enjoy making this fun craft project as well.
Here are a few more tips for making and selling things from home:
Do your research and make sure there's a demand for what you're planning to make and sell.