23 Easy Things to Make and Sell for Extra Money

Whether you love to knit, sew, are dive into a craft project, there are so many ways you can turn your love for DIY into a way to make some extra money.

Handmade items are always going to be in demand, and if you’re looking for things to make and sell, then there are so many good options.

From homemade candles to unique sewing projects, there are a lot of ideas and crafts you can sell either online or in person.

Also, if you’re a busy person, it’s a great way to just start earning a little extra cash in your free time. It’s not a huge commitment, but something you can easily test and try out.

Here are some ideas to try for making and selling things without a ton of effort!

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Crafts You Can Sell to Make Money

These crafts to make and sell are great place to get started. And whether you’re intending to sell on Etsy, your own Shopify store, or Facebook marketplace, you have plenty of great ideas. So get started and see what happens when you start to sell crafts online!

1. 10 Minute Laptop Sleeve

Nearly everyone has a laptop and they’re always looking for a way to stand out from the crowd.

So if you make your own unique pattern, you’re giving buyers an actual option to be different (in a pretty cute way). Also, is really simple (seriously), so that’s a huge plus in my lazy book.

If you’re nervous about getting started, but you’re still looking for crafts to sell, then this might be a good one for you to try out.

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2. City Backpack Diaper Bag

People love their bags and they are one of the biggest crafts that sell.

And after seeing my sister go through three pregnancies, I realized how much of a legitimate niche this is.

There are so many moms who will spend top dollar for well made and thought out diaper bags. This is definitely something to think about!

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3. Heart Backpack

This has to be the cutest back to school gift I’ve ever seen!

So many people (whether they want it for themselves or their child) would love a product like this. Also, it’s easy and a great niche to fill!

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4. DIY Zipper Pouch

People love cute little purses that pop. It’s a great way to hold some extra change, a bit of cash when going out, some makeup, or even cards.

You could probably make 10 of these within an hour or two.

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5. Earbud Pouch

Everyone who has ever had earbuds understands the struggle of putting them in your pocket for one second and then taking them out to see that they’re tangled in 10 different ways.

So why not create a cute little pouch so people don’t have to put up with that anymore.

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6. Home and Away Cable Cozy

Speaking of tangled cords, this cable cozy is a great way to organize your cords, keep them from getting entangled with the others, and an awesome way to pack them for when you need to leave the house. Seriously smart right?

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7. Making Soap

A lot of people (including myself) love handmade toxin-free products, and soap is one of them. You can get creative with the colors, scents, ingredients, and even find a way to help people who have specific needs.

It’s simple, but a fun way to get started when it comes to DIY crafts to sell.

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8. Jewelry

Homemade jewelry is another great idea, but you have to be careful with it!

A lot of people don’t look into what others are actually buying and just throw something together that they personally think looks nice. So if you do choose to go with handmade jewelry, then make sure to do your research and see what’s really selling.

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9. Teacup Candle Holders

Head to your local thrift store and get some vintage teacups to create adorable teacup candle holders.

These are perfect for weddings, parties, group events, simple home decor, and anyone looking for a certain cute and feminine aesthetic.

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10. DIY Dinner Napkins

Whether you want to do a fun and cute pattern or something that’s a bit more formal, this is an awesome and unique idea for an easy project to make and sell.

Also, look into creating them for specific niches that might sell better. Think holidays, weddings, birthdays, and other events.

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11. DIY Drawstring Travel Bag

People are always looking for cute and different ways to carry their belongings. And whether they’re a mom or a college girl, this is a great and easy item to create.

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12. Wall Art

Wall art is one of those fun DIY crafts to sell, and it sells pretty well if you do it right!

Nearly everyone enjoys art in their living room, bedroom, or office. It has a way of taking us to another place, capturing the imagination, and just brightening up a space.

And if you decide to go with this option, then Etsy or Society6 might be a place to start selling your wall art.

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13. Candles

I feel like candles are great craft ideas for adults to sell. You can make them as beautiful and unique as you want. Also, there are so many people who want toxin-free homemade candles, so it can be a good one to start out with.

There are so pretty candle ideas (I mean check out this one here, it’s so cute!), and if you can find just the right designs, then it might become a good way to make some extra money.

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14. 20 Minute Tote Bags

Hold up now, 20 minute tote bags? Ok, this sounds like one of the easiest things you can make and sell.

They’re easily customizable and a great starter when trying to make your first sale. Also, they can be marketed to almost any age group since well… a lot of us need a bag to hold things in and they’re pretty darn cute. 🤷‍♀️

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15. Sunglass Bag

Obviously we’re going for super simple crafts, and what better way to start then making an easy and trendy sunglass bag?

You can start marketing them to all of the light eyed people out there (like me!). Seriously, we need a safe place for our sunglasses so they don’t get lost; the sun is brutal on our eyes. 😬

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16. Body Scrub Bars

Everyone loves body scrubs. And creating scrub bars with natural ingredients not only gives you a refreshing scent, but they’re also great exfoliators and chemical-free.

You can use different oils and toxin-free ingredients for a wonderful smelling and relaxing combination.

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17. Marbled Mugs With Nail Polish

I love my tea and coffee which makes this a great DIY project to try out and sell online.

Also, they’re just a pretty design, and a lot of people like having a unique set of cups for their home.

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18. Kate Spade Inspired Phone Cases

Phone cases are one of those crafts that sell well, and I honestly think these designs would do so well on sites like Etsy.

Also, I think the point of this post is making items that are “almost-essentials.” Where they’re not really a need, but because so many of us use them, we feel like they are.

And since basically everyone has a smart phone, then this is a great product to make and sell.

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19. Reversible Bag

This DIY idea is great since you can have more than one cute look for when you’re headed outside the home to run errands or going to a coffee shop. It gives you more variety and it’s just a fun craft that I think a lot of people would appreciate.

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20. Marbled Alcohol Ink Coasters

If you’re looking for fun and easy DIY projects to sell, then I’d definitely recommend this one!

Coasters can add flair and style to any home or office. And making marbled alcohol ink coasters offers a custom touch to any home. You just need ink alcohol, ceramic tiles (of course), a paintbrush, paint, sealer, and rubber pads for the bottom. 

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21. Stamped Tribal Clutch

Alright so I’ve already done a couple of bag/purse ideas, but it’s a smart market to get into!

Us women like our purses and clutches, and if you’re wanting to try a design that’s fun and cute, then try your hand at making this easy tribal clutch.

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22. Paint Scrape Notecards

These painted handmade notecards add a personal touch for anyone sending out a personal thank you, holiday greeting, or special event reminder.

Also, if you are a skilled calligrapher, you can create custom written notes for additional income.

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23. Fabric Covered Journals

Fabric covered journals can easily reflect anyone’s style and are simple to personalize.

With only a few main materials, this is an easy craft to get started making and selling for a very small investment.

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If you’ve been looking for craft ideas to sell, then I really hope these ideas helped you out!

There are so many good DIY projects to try, and if you really want to find a way to make some extra money, then this list should help you understand where you can start.