Hot Selling Crafts to Make and Sell

Last Updated on 6 days ago by Maria Gonzalez

I am here to help you craft your career with some of the top crafts of 2026 that can be used to tap in to hot markets in the craft industry right now. Selling at craft fairs can still be highly profitable — as long as you choose the right products to make and sell. Below is a comprehensive list of 20 hot-selling crafts in 2026 (all doable for under $20 in materials per item)These ideas draw inspiration from what’s trending right now.

A well-run craft business can bring $30k–$60k+ yearly as a side hustle if managed seriously. So these ideas are to help you on your way.

“Aesthetic” Sticker Sheets (Vinyl, Waterproof)

Stickers remain a strong seller thanks to their everyday use on laptops, water bottles, and planners, and niche designs in particular are growing fast. They are also a low-cost purchase, which makes them especially popular and an easy impulse buy at craft fairs and online. Stickers are inexpensive to produce using printable vinyl sticker paper, laminating sheets, a cutting machine or scissors, and simple packaging sleeves. On average, they cost around $0.25–$0.75 each to make (or roughly $1–$2 per printed sheet), while selling prices typically range from $3–$6 per individual sticker or $8–$12 for a small themed pack, leaving a healthy profit margin of around 70–90%. The key to standing out is to focus on a micro-niche—such as teachers, BookTok readers, cozy gamers, or cat moms—because generic sticker designs quickly get lost in an overcrowded market.

TOP TIP: Sell the impulse, not the product (the spontaneous one) Most purchases at craft fairs are unplanned.

Decorative Fridge Magnets

Decorative fridge magnets are one of the easiest and most reliable sellers at craft fairs because they’re affordable, practical, and appeal to a wide range of shoppers. They can be made using magnet bases such as wood, acrylic, ceramic, or resin, paired with strong magnets or magnet strips, glue like E6000 or hot glue, painted or printed designs, a clear sealer, and simple packaging such as sleeves or small boxes. On average, magnets cost around $0.50–$1 each to make, with costs dropping further when produced in batches or using scrap materials. They typically sell for $3–$5 per magnet or $8–$15 for themed sets of three to five, resulting in a healthy profit margin of roughly 60–85%, which can be even higher when magnets are sold as curated bundles.

Pro tip:
Treat magnets as collectible sets, not singles. Build around a micro-niche (teachers, local landmarks, book lovers, pet owners) and release designs in small themed collections—people are far more likely to buy multiple magnets when they feel like part of a set.

Related: How to Start A Fridge Magnet Business

Tic Tac Toe

Intro: Why not take creativity a step further, this tic tac toe rock bag is such a cute item for anyone to resist, ideal wedding favors, stocking fillers and impulse buys at craft fairs.

Simply use Muslin Cotton Bags

Price to make: $0.30

Price to Sell: $3-$5 each

Profit margin: ~900–1200% (higher when sold in curated bundles)

Card Making

Handmade cards are a strong seller because they feel personal, thoughtful, and gift-ready in a way mass-produced cards don’t. Buyers love them for birthdays, holidays, thank-you notes, and especially last-minute gifts at craft fairs. Clean designs, modern typography, and witty or heartfelt messages perform best, and cards are easy to batch-make, which makes them ideal for beginners and side hustlers.

Price to sell:
$4–$8 per card
(or $12–$20 for a bundled set of 3–5 cards)

Jewelry

The key here is to choose something niche specific and something unusual, pair this with a impulse price point and you have a winner. Check out this shop with over 6500 sales in the last year.

TOP TIP: Success depends on standing out with a niche, clean marketing, good photos, and a consistent style/theme.

Shampoo bars

With the cost of living still rising, shoppers are becoming far more intentional about how and where they spend their money. Inflation has shifted buying behavior away from impulse splurges and toward necessary, practical items that feel worth the price.

Shampoo bars are one of those rare handmade products with seriously attractive margins. With a cost to make of just $1.50–$3.50 per bar, even when using quality oils, fragrances, and hair-specific additives, they easily retail for $8–$15 each. Well-branded or specialty bars often hit the $12–$15 sweet spot, making them feel premium without scaring buyers off. The result? A strong 65–85% profit margin, plus a product that’s lightweight, giftable, and perfect for repeat customers.

Unique Planters

Planters appeal to a wide range of people, hence their success. The key here is to make them quirky, something unique that hasn’t been seen before, that will make them an impulse buy and a gift opportunity.

Hand-painted signs

This is one of those crafts that feel both personal and practical—exactly what shoppers are drawn to right now. A front door is the first thing people and guests see, and seasonal décor lets homeowners refresh that space without redecorating their entire home. From spring florals and summer citrus to autumn pumpkins and winter greenery, door signs tap into the desire for easy, affordable seasonal updates.

Rustic Bird Houses

Rustic birdhouses are the kind of craft that looks aesthetic and actually sells. They’re not just for birds — they double as cozy garden décor that fits perfectly with cottagecore, farmhouse, and outdoor-living vibes. Weathered wood, natural textures, and handmade details give them that one-of-a-kind feel people want for balconies, gardens, and porches, making them an easy yes at craft fairs and online shops.

They’re also a solid money-maker. Materials are cheap (think scrap wood and reclaimed pieces), but the finished product feels premium, so pricing stays high. They’re fast to batch, easy to customize, and sell best in spring, summer, and gifting seasons. Low cost, high demand, and strong margins — rustic birdhouses are proof that simple, handmade crafts can turn into real income.

Sewing Personalization – From Totes to Cushions

CNC sewing machines are a strong option because they allow makers to produce professional-looking, consistent products such as embroidered patches, tote bags, tea towels, baby items, hats, and personalized gifts. Shoppers are drawn to items that look polished and well-made, and CNC stitching delivers that clean, retail-quality finish people are happy to pay for. It also makes personalization easy—names, dates, or simple custom text can be added quickly, which increases perceived value and allows sellers to charge more.

Edibles

Edibles are one of the most reliable craft fair sellers because they tap into something people already plan to spend money on: food. Even during times of inflation or tighter budgets, shoppers still treat themselves to small indulgences—especially when they’re handmade, locally produced, and clearly presented as a special treat or gift.

What makes edibles particularly powerful is their low decision barrier. Customers don’t need to imagine how they’ll use them or where they’ll display them. If it looks good, smells good, and feels like a reasonable price, they’re far more likely to buy on the spot. Handmade edibles also benefit from strong gifting appeal, making them an easy add-on purchase for holidays, thank-yous, and hostess gifts.

Example edibles: Baked Goods, Chocolate & Candy Treats, Infused Sugars & Salts,Jams, & Preserves

Oven Gloves

Oven gloves are one of those rare craft items that people actually need, not just want — which makes them a smart, reliable seller. A handmade oven glove instantly feels more special than a store-bought version, especially when it’s thick, well-stitched, and made with beautiful fabrics or crochet textures. They’re practical, giftable, and easy to justify as a purchase, whether someone is upgrading their own kitchen or buying a thoughtful housewarming or holiday gift. With endless options for colors, patterns, and themes, oven gloves let you tap into seasonal trends while creating a product that’s durable, useful, and always in demand — exactly the kind of craft that turns time at your sewing machine or crochet hook into consistent sales.

Top Tip: Reddit sellers repeatedly say “cute sells better than elegant” for impulse items.

Crochet Fidgets

Crochet fidgets have become a surprisingly strong seller because they meet a real, everyday need. Fidget items are no longer just children’s toys — they’re used by teens and adults for anxiety relief, focus, sensory regulation, and stress reduction. Crochet versions stand out because they’re soft, quiet, and comforting in the hand, unlike plastic alternatives. From classrooms and offices to therapy settings and gift shops, these small handmade pieces are often bought on impulse and valued for their emotional benefit, which makes them easy to sell and easy to gift.

From a maker’s point of view, crochet fidgets are one of the most practical items to produce. They require very little yarn, work up quickly, and don’t demand advanced skills, keeping costs low and margins high. They’re also endlessly customizable — colors, textures, shapes, and themes can be adjusted to suit trends, seasons, or niche audiences without changing your basic pattern. If you want a crochet product that’s beginner-friendly, scalable, and genuinely in demand, fidgets are an ideal choice for both craft fairs and online shops.

Wire Art

Wire name signs are one of those rare crafts that tick every box for making and selling profitably. They’re inexpensive to produce, quick to make once you’ve learned the basics, and highly personalised — which means customers are willing to pay a premium. With just a few simple tools and materials, you can create bespoke pieces that feel thoughtful, custom, and gift-worthy, without the overheads of traditional handmade businesses.

Related: How to Build a Profitable Business Making Wire Name Signs

Pebble Art

Pebble art is one of those crafts that feels deeply personal while staying beautifully simple, which is exactly why it sells so well. Using natural stones, driftwood, and minimal details, each piece tells a quiet story — families, couples, pets, or meaningful moments — without needing words. Buyers are drawn to the calm, handmade feel and the emotional connection it creates, making pebble art especially popular as gifts for weddings, anniversaries, new homes, and memorials. From a maker’s perspective, it has low material costs, flexible pricing, and endless design variations, allowing you to create thoughtful, high-value pieces that feel unique every single time.

Hair Acessories

Hair accessories are one of the easiest, fastest-moving crafts you can make and sell—because they hit that sweet spot between fashion, function, and impulse buying. From scrunchies and hair bows to clips, headbands, and claw accessories, these small items are always in demand, cost very little to produce, and appeal to all age groups. Shoppers love them because they’re affordable, giftable, and easy to justify as a “treat,” while sellers love them for their quick turnaround times and strong profit margins. With the right fabrics, colors, or trends, hair accessories can be produced in batches and sold year-round at craft fairs, online marketplaces, and pop-up shops.

Keychains

Keychains are one of the most reliable crafts to make and sell because they’re small, affordable, and incredibly versatile. Whether made from acrylic, fabric, wood, resin, clay, or leather, keychains appeal to almost every type of buyer and work perfectly as impulse purchases. They’re easy to personalize, quick to produce in batches, and ideal for names, initials, trends, or niche designs. From craft fairs to online shops, keychains consistently perform well because customers see them as both practical and fun—something useful they can also gift without overthinking the price.