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Difference Makes Us

On Etsy, there is something for everyone, and someone for everything. Celebrate the differences that make us unique and win a £1000 Etsy gift card.

Competition

Start selling on Etsy this September and you could win £1000

Got that Back to School feeling? Grab that new notebook and jot down these practical tips to help you get started on Etsy.

AW16 Trends | News

Autumn Winter 2016 trend series: Nordic Soul

The final installment in our four part series takes us over to the Nordic countries.

AW16 Trends | News

Autumn Winter 2016 trend series: Luxe Romantic

Bye Bye mass consumerism, say hello to the luxury of owning the ultimate basics.

Advice | AW16 Trends | Interiors | Seller Handbook

Autumn Winter 2016 trend series: Urban Bloom

Meet Urban Bloom. A delicate blend of influences from western and eastern cultures inspired by futuristic Asian cities.

News | What's On

You’re Invited! John Lewis Rooftop Etsy Takeover

Taking over the coolest rooftop in town, join Etsy for a jam-packed August bank holiday of fun at John Lewis.

Advice | AW16 Trends | News | Seller Handbook

Autumn Winter 2016 trend series: Off The Grid

The first of our trend series, brush up on what’s in for AW16.

News

Etsy x Natural History Museum: Colour and Vision Exhibition

Can we get a drum roll please? It’s time to reveal our top secret NHM collaboration.

News

Etsy Awards 2016: The winners!

The winners are in! Come take a look at the prize winners of the 2016 Etsy Awards…

Make | News | Seller Open Calls

Craft Party: It’s our birthday & we’ll craft if we want to!

Join in Etsy’s birthday celebrations with our global Craft Party!

Competition

WIN! Plan your dream day with My Little Wedding Book

Calling all brides-to-be! We’re offering you the chance to WIN a My Little Wedding Book planner…

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.