Online Side Hustles for the Crafty One

Social media turned to be really fun and useful. Yes, there are cons to using it. However, we can’t overlook the fact that it has become a medium of expression, individuality, and even business.

You can create music and get paid for it. You can vlog your daily life and also make a living out of it. There is no limit to what you can do or sell on the Internet. If you love arts and crafts, there is a place for you. You can sell your art on your personal social media page. Or you can also create your own online shop for it. 

Take a look at the things you can sell on the Internet if you are on the artsy side.

Resin art

If you are a fan of making things out of resin, you can start sharing that with other people. Who doesn’t love its elegant colors and smooth touches?

Resin art is so fun to make. Plus, the list of things you can make with it is endless. You can start selling colorful wood coasters. Then move to bigger items such as wall clocks and canvas art. Necklaces and bracelet charms are also a good idea. 

Be creative with marketing your products. You can sell your products as a set. A set of small coasters and a cutting board can be one. 

Customized shirts and bags

Iconic movie lines can be made into a business. Stuff like, “We were on a break” from the series Friends. You can print your own design of these lines on a shirt or canvas tote bag. Be fun and creative in choosing the lines and designs that go with each other. 

Of course, you can make your customers customize what to print on their bag or shirt. 

Handmade crafts

Handmade crafts will never get old. There will always be people who love to receive personalized handwritten cards. You can sell card kits containing the materials needed to create a beautiful greeting card. You can also explore selling handmade picture frames, vases, and other home decors. 

Drawing commissions

Just say on your social media post that you are accepting drawing commissions. Of course, show your work. Join Facebook groups for artists. You can meet clients there and also improve on your style by seeing how other artists do theirs. 

Do not undersell your art. It will never be “just a drawing”. It takes time, money, and talent to get where you are now.

Stickers

Stickers are not only for kids. When you make it a business, think about your target market. Adults also buy stickers that fit their taste You can make statements, movie lines, and even memes. 

If you are capable of designing your own stickers, then the only thing you need is a printer. Just crack some creative ideas and you now have an online sticker business. 

Journals

In recent years, bullet journalling has become many people’s favorite thing. Aside from keeping track of their goals and work schedules, journalling is a creative pastime. This is a good reason to start selling journals.

Make a variety of designs and use different paper grades and styles. You can make your customers choose the cover design and what kind of paper style they want (dotted, grid, blank, or ruled).  

Jewelry

Dainty pieces of jewelry have been a fashion trend lately. Why not hop on the trend and start selling pretty necklaces, rings, and bracelets? If dainty is not your thing, you can always explore other styles. You can make handmade earrings out of metal wires and colorful beads. You can experiment with making drop earrings, chains, and anklets. 

There will always be a market for these things so long as people love matching outfits and accessories. 

Candles

Homemade candles might be a little difficult to sell online. There is no way to smell them through the screens. Still, the number of thriving online stores selling them should tell you to still go for it. Just be smart and creative in marketing them. 

Enamel pins

There are many ways to market your artwork and make people know about them. Post your behind-the-scene clips on your personal social media accounts. You will be surprised that many people will find it interesting. 

A good reason to start an online art business is that you enjoy it. Money may not always be the reason.  So long as you are happy with the process of making them, earning is just a bonus. But you can also be serious about it. There are tons of opportunities. 

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