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Seller Open Calls

Etsy Made Local: Open call for hosts!

Are you part of an Etsy team? Interested in hosting an Etsy Made Local market in your area? Apply now and help to showcase and support local talent!

News | Seller Open Calls

Calling all makers! Apply for the 2016 Etsy Awards

For the chance to win £10,000 cash prize, exhibit at London Design Festival plus opportunities with John Lewis, apply for the Etsy Design Awards now!

Advice | Seller Handbook

Make something? Sell it on Etsy!

Calling all designers, makers, artists, have a go-ers and kitchen-tablers! Discover our 5 top tips on how to get started on Etsy.

Fashion | spring trends

For the frill of it: Ruffle blouses for spring

Fashion is having a major frilly moment for spring and ruffle blouses are EVERYTHING.

Interiors | Shop

Natural style: 11 unprocessed finds for the organic home

Take a sophisticated twist on hippie styling with these informal touches from local sellers.

Interiors | spring trends

Pantone selects TWO colours of the year for 2016

Shop our edit of Etsy items in pale pink Rose Quartz and cornflower blue Serenity – the two hot hues for this year!

Fashion | Shop | spring trends

Spring trends: 8 ways to look new season right now

Shop your fave trends from our selection of handmade and vintage spring time fashion.

Interiors | Shop | spring trends

7 fabulous floral inspired design ideas for the season ahead

Botanical touches to make your home decor game blossom and grow this spring…

Fashion | Shop | spring trends

The denim handbook: Alternatives to the skinny jean

R.I.P skinny jeans. Get your denim fix with these stylish substitutes.

Mother's Day | Shop

Top 8 marvellous Mother’s Day gift ideas

Make your mum proud while simultaneously putting your siblings to shame on the 6th.

Seller Open Calls

Calling all makers! Apply for the 2016 Etsy Awards

For the chance to win £10,000 cash prize, exhibit at London Design Festival plus opportunities with John Lewis, apply for the Etsy Design Awards now!

Fashion | Shop | spring trends

Amazing accessories to amp up your style for spring

8 accessories under £20 to put a stylish spring in your step

Shop | Valentine's

Valentine’s Day: 8 gift ideas for her

Spoil your significant other, surprise your bff or simply shower *yourself* with the love that you deserve this Valentine’s day…

Fashion | Shop | UK Edition | Valentine's

Anti-Valentine’s Day: 9 non-corny cards

We’ve chosen our favourite handmade alternative cards for February 14th because Valentine’s Schmalentine’s…

Weddings

Bridebook: 10 tips for planning your perfect wedding

Just got engaged? YAY! Discover Bride Book’s top tips on how to plan the big day.

Fashion | Shop | Valentine's

Valentine’s Day: 8 gift ideas for men

The perfect gifts for the guy in your life – all made with love by local Etsy sellers…

Fashion | Valentine's

Valentine’s Day: Date outfits to fall in love with

8 totally crush-worthy outfit ideas, all from local Etsy sellers ?

Interiors | spring trends

Vintage-inspired homeware trend: Rough Luxe

Embrace weathered patinas and stripped back grandeur with the Rough Luxe aesthetic…

Fashion | Shop

Work it: How to stay stylish at the office

Keep things both smart and sassy during your 9 ’til 5 with these handmade finds from UK sellers…

News | Seller story | UK Edition

Etsy Resolution: Meet the mentors

Introducing three makers who have succeeded in making their own creative business dreams come true on Etsy…