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Wouldn’t it be great if all of us craft enthusiasts could find crafts jobs that enable us to work at our time, from out chosen place and earn an income from it?

A lot of us dream of that scenario, especially when we see so many crafters who manage to make that dream come true. Anyone who makes art or craft has an innate urge to share their work with the world, with a like minded community of people.

Sharing, displaying and getting appreciation is one of the reasons why a craft business is personally satisfying to so many. Nevertheless, a profit is also a strong inspiration to keep creating, and is also needed to fuel the demands of crafter as well as the business.

A craft job is mostly of 2 kinds. One where you make your own craft and sell it to prospective customers. The other kind of craft job is where you make things on order for a client. Usually they both go together and you will do a bit of both.

Here are some strategies to find craft jobs you can do from home:

Online Marketplaces and Platforms

• Freelancing Platforms: Websites like Upwork, Fiverr, and Freelancer often have job postings for crafters. These websites work surprisingly well, having used them myself on several occasions. There is a great personal touch to the marketplace and they allow for all kinds of projects to come through. 
• Etsy: You can sell your handmade items directly on Etsy. The things I like about Etsy are the feel of a personal space with the artist.
  It allows crafters to come through in a very intimate manner, where they are able to showcase and sell their craft on whichever scale they wish.
  Etsy allows the small crafters to exist on the marketplace and flourish in the niche that they exist in. For that reason it is also a great platform for the craft buyer, because he gets to discovers many artist and crafts cultures from all over the world, which wouldn’t be possible without this wonderful online craft selling platform. 
• Artfire: Another popular platform for selling handmade goods.
• Artfinder: A platform focused on connecting art buyers with artists. In fact we have covered many more online platforms for selling art and craft online in a separate post with the title over 50 websites where you can sell your art and craft.

Social Media

Of course you need to consider social media as a way of promoting and generating an awareness of your craft jobs and projects.

• Instagram: Use relevant hashtags to showcase your work and attract potential clients. All the years Instagram has become integral to business promotion.

  Plus it also helps that it is an effective and simple interface that allows you to showcase your art and craft easily, both photographs and videos.

• Facebook: Create a business page to connect with customers and promote your services. 
• Pinterest: Use Pinterest to create boards that highlight your work and attract potential customers.

  I initially got a lot of traction from both Facebook and Pinterest in terms of interested people. They are both somewhat diminished in terms of organic reach but still work quite well.

Local Communities

There is a lot of craft activity where I live and craft fairs never get boring.

• Craft Fairs and Markets: Participate in local events to network and find clients.
• Online Community Groups: Join local Facebook groups or online forums related to crafting.
• Word-of-Mouth: Let friends and family know about your skills and ask for referrals. Word by mouth is perhaps the most common way that small businesses get about and get well known initially. Plus word by mouth recommendation is also an unsaid endorsement so it tend to convert very well into sales.

Specialized Websites

• Craft Websites: Websites like Craftsy and Creativebug offer online courses and a community of crafters.
• Design Websites: Platforms like Behance and Dribbble cater to designers and artists, and you might find opportunities there.

Tips for Success

• Build a Portfolio: Showcase your best work to attract clients.
• Network: Connect with other crafters and potential clients.
• Set Competitive Rates: Research industry standards to determine fair pricing.
• Promote Your Business: Use social media and other marketing channels to reach potential customers.
• Offer Excellent Customer Service: Provide high-quality products and timely communication.

By following these tips and exploring different platforms, you can increase your chances of finding fulfilling and profitable craft jobs to do from home.