Etsy is a global marketplace for handmade, vintage and craft supplies. Indian artisans can reach buyers worldwide for products like block prints, jewellery, home décor and textiles.
What sells
- Handmade jewellery.
- Block-printed and hand-woven textiles.
- Home décor and wall art.
- Leather goods and bags.
- Craft supplies such as beads and fabric.
Getting started
- Open an Etsy shop and set up payments as per Etsy’s requirements for India.
- Understand export documentation and your CA’s guidance on GST and export rules.
Listings
- Beautiful photos with natural light; create clean images with our product image maker.
- Titles and tags with words international buyers use.
- Your craft story: who makes it, technique, region.
Shipping
International shipping is often the biggest challenge. Calculate costs and volumetric weight with our volumetric weight calculator and set realistic delivery times.
Fees
Etsy charges listing, transaction and payment fees; include them in pricing.
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