Updated April 30, 2025.
Are you looking for sites like Etsy to sell your crafts? We have you covered.
Maybe you're here because you know that selling handmade products exclusively on Etsy isn't an ideal scenario for everyone. You may be looking for sites that don't charge listing fees, or ones that take a little less of your sales.
Or, maybe you need to branch out and offer your products to more people!
Whatever the case, don’t get your hand knitted mittens in a bunch. We’ve compiled a list of favorite alternatives to Etsy that should be easy for you to sell your goods on! Read on.
Sites Like Etsy
Shopify
Shopify isn’t a marketplace like Etsy—it’s a platform that lets you create your own online store. You can sell physical crafts, digital downloads, or even print-on-demand products with full control over your branding, layout, and pricing.
It’s perfect for sellers who want to build something that’s 100% theirs without relying on a third-party site. There are no listing fees, and you don’t need tech skills to get started—it’s super beginner-friendly and costs less than dinner out to launch.
Go here to check out Shopify and start building your own shop.
Zazzle
Zazzle is also similar to Etsy in that it is a top site to have your work displayed on; however, it is markedly different from Etsy, in that it is centered towards designers, who create a design, upload it, and see what items “go with” your design – like t-shirts, mugs, pens, linens, etc. Then, if your design sells, you make a profit.
So really, folks are buying brand-new items from Zazzle that are print-based; handmade craft items, not so much. In this way, Zazzle is not a direct competitor to Etsy, and the money-making potential is really geared towards established designers.
Go here to check out Zazzle. We also have a detailed Zazzle review with more info on selling there.
UncommonGoods
UncommonGoods appeal is that it’s a “closed,” platform, meaning that you have to pass a lengthy submission process for seller approval.
And – get this – you have to give the suggested retail and wholesale price. Yep, you don’t need to adjust your screen – you can sell wholesale here.
Buyers vote for your products, and you are then contacted for the next steps in being approved. See? It’s super tough to get in!
But as buyers, it’s our new personal obsession – we love the geek-chic wares, and the website is lovely to look at.
Go here to learn more about selling on UncommonGoods.
Shift4Shop
Shift4Shop is kind of like Etsy in the sense that you can sell your products and run a full shop, but the big difference is that you control the whole website. No listing fees, no marketplace rules changing overnight, and no competing with a million other sellers in the same space.
Shift4Shop gives you a full eCommerce website with all the bells and whistles built right in. This includes shopping cart, payment processing, marketing tools, even real-time shipping.
You don’t have to pay for a bunch of extra apps to make things work. It’s all included.
You can customize your site with free themes, use your own domain name (they’ll give you one for free if you need it), and get started for way less than a lot of other platforms charge. If you’ve got something to sell and want more control than Etsy gives you, this might be a great fit.
Go here to check out Shift4Shop.
BigCartel
BigCartel's homepage opens with the phrase, “Where artists and small businesses open online stores.” That's a great way to sum them up.
Big Cartel keeps pricing simple, which is one of the things I really like about them. If you’re just getting started or only have a few products, the Free plan lets you list up to 5 items with no listing fees, no monthly cost, and access to basic features like mobile selling and built-in templates.
It’s honestly one of the best free options out there for small sellers who want a clean, simple setup without extra noise.
Go here to learn more about how BigCartel works for sellers.
Spoonflower
Spoonflower is a great option if you’re an artist or designer and want to sell your work without handling any products yourself. You just upload your designs, and they print and ship everything for you on fabric, wallpaper, and home decor.
You’ll earn at least 10% commission on each sale, with bonuses for higher monthly earnings. They pay out every month with no long waits, and you always keep the rights to your work.
You can even opt in to have your designs sold on Etsy and Amazon for more exposure.
It’s a lot like Etsy in that people are shopping for unique, creative goods, but you don’t have to worry about printing, packaging, or shipping anything.
Go here to learn more about selling on Spoonflower.
In Conclusion
What’s interesting about all of these websites is that they are unique to the seller. This is the case whether you're a designer, artisan, or hobbyist. Choosing the best platform for you to sell on is entirely up to the individual.
Let us know if you find any seller-specific platforms you love for selling your crafts online, why they work best for you, and how they have helped you launch your online e-commerce store for your handmade designs and/or products!
In the meantime, we’ll admire you crafty folks from afar.
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