Are the items on Crafters Market actually handmade?

Yes. Every maker is individually vetted before listing — we verify real workshop photos, real machines, and real past work. Pieces are precision-cut and handcrafted by approved independent makers in their own shops or garages, never mass-produced and never drop-shipped.

Can I commission a custom CNC piece?

Yes — submit a custom order with your idea, photo, or artwork and we route it to the right vetted maker. You get direct messaging with the artisan, realistic lead times, and the option to request revisions before the piece ships.

Where do you ship and how is checkout secured?

Shipping is nationwide across the United States. Checkout is processed by Stripe with full PCI compliance, and every order pays the maker directly through Stripe Connect — no marketplace middleman holding funds.

How are makers vetted before they can sell?

Every applicant submits workshop photos, machine details, and samples of past work. The Crafters Market team manually reviews each application — only US-based independent makers with verifiable hand-built work are approved.

Can I download CNC and laser-cut design files?

Yes. Crafters Market hosts SVG, DXF, F3D and STL patterns from professional pattern designers. Buy once, download instantly, and use commercially according to each designer's license terms.

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◆ Inaugural Founder Slots

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97 taken · lifetime perks

The first 100 makers ever approved get lifetime Founder rates (3% commission · 50 free listings/mo). After #100, applications still accepted as 12-month Founder, but inaugural status closes forever.

◆ The Math · Etsy vs CraftersMarket

You keep more.
Year after year.

Below is what each shop pays in platform fees on a typical year. CraftersMarket Founder numbers are calculated live from our current fee policy. Etsy numbers are based on their published fee schedule (6.5% commission · $0.20 listing · $0.20 renewal every 4 months · 12% off-site ads on 30% of GMV).

Side-hustle shop

$5K/yr · 8 new listings/mo

Etsy fees$582

CraftersMarket$150

You save$432

Part-time shop

$25K/yr · 15 new listings/mo

Etsy fees$2,669

CraftersMarket$750

You save$1,919

Full-time shop

$75K/yr · 30 new listings/mo

Etsy fees$7,863

CraftersMarket$2,250

You save$5,613

Founder rate locked for life · After Founder #100, 12-month window then auto-rolls to Standard

◆ Meet the makers already in

The Founders Wall.

Every approved Founder is listed here — numbered, named, badged. Click any name to visit their shop and see the ◆ Founding Maker badge on every product card.

12-month · #000

Oakridge Woodcraft Co.

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Inaugural · #005

Loretta Alvarado, Fiber Arts

MISSION VIEJO, California

Fly Flowers and Finery

Lakeland,FL

Inaugural · #011

UGoGo Laser Designs Engraving Art

Hickory Wind Woodcraft

Metaphysical Corridor

Broken Dream Woodworks

Ste. Genevieve, Missouri

St. Helena Island, S.C.

Sandy’s Creations & Sew Much More

Empowered Handcrafted Jewelry

Armuchee Custom Builds

Afton Mountain Apothecary

Ransomed Creation Designs

Owensboro, Kentucky

Inaugural · #042

Purple Pixie Girl Creations

Trona, CA

Inaugural · #043

Creation Zone

Westerville, Ohio 43082

Kelly’s Uniquely Yours

Swedesboro, new jersey

Inaugural · #047

Dragon Screw Leg Whip Seasonings

Philadelphia, PA 19104

Inaugural · #048

Ravens moon nordic roots

Woodland wa

Inaugural · #049

jennyslanternsandmore

englewood florida

Inaugural · #050

Dixon Candle and Bath LLC

Cottonwood Soap Company

Hilton Head Island, SC

Marengo, Indiana 47140

Inaugural · #058

Nature’s Scent Co, LLC

Angelfoodcake Designs

Marina, ca

Inaugural · #063

Phoenix By Bird

Piscataway, New Jersey

Inaugural · #064

Wood Alchemist Studio

Peach and Pine Designs

Anacortes, WA

Inaugural · #068

Avery Street Design Co

Hillsdale, Pennsylvania

Ginny Waskom Leathercraft

Otter Holler Handmade

Snippets and Stitches

Blackwater Laser Creations

Salisbury, Md

Inaugural · #085

Beads, Felt and Fiber

Steve Voegele Wood Works

Linked in Love Collective

Antioch, Tennessee

◆ Founding Seller Program

Become A Founding Seller

We're building the go-to marketplace for CNC creators — laser, plasma, wood, metal, and more.

Right now we're opening a limited number of Founding Seller spots. This is your chance to get in early, shape the platform, and grow with us.

◆ What You Get

Founding Access Perks

✓50 free listings for Founders (10 on the free tier)
✓Reduced commission locked in after launch
✓Priority placement in search & homepage
✓Founding Seller badge on your store
✓Direct input on features & tools
✓Early access to new marketplace tools

⚠ This Isn't For Everyone

Serious Makers Only

We're looking for makers who want to help build something real. To join, you must:

01Upload at least 3 products within your first 14 days
02Complete your seller profile (bio, portfolio, shipping, payouts)
03Provide occasional feedback on new features & UX

Spots

100

Limited sellers

Duration

90 Days

Founding Access window

After Founding Access

Discount

Founding Seller plan

◆ Why Join Early

Build Your Shop Before The Crowd.

Early sellers don't just save money — they gain visibility, build reputation, and establish their shop before the platform opens to everyone.

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◆ Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees. Ever.

What you pay is exactly what's listed below. Every fee is set by environment variable in the codebase — change one, and every page (including the PDF) reflects it instantly.

Standard

$0 / mo

5% commission

→10 free listings (lifetime)
→$0.20 per listing past quota
→Keeps $91.80 on a $100 sale

Founder

Lowest commission

$0 / mo

3% commission

→50 free listings / month
→12-month window (lifetime for first 100)
→Keeps $93.80 on a $100 sale

Plus

Best for high-volume

$12 / mo

4% commission

→15 free listings / month
→$15 boost credit included
→AI Maker Studio · custom banner

↓ Full pricing breakdown (PDF)

Includes buyer fees, veteran-owned bonus, Stripe processing breakdown, and a side-by-side comparison.

◆ Apply For Founding Access

Join The Founding Sellers Program

Spots are limited. Once they're gone, they're gone.

Your nameEmailUse an email address you can access. We’ll send a confirmation email after you apply.Studio / shop nameCity, StatePortfolio URL (Instagram, Etsy, site)

Techniques you work in

Tell us about your shop & why you want to be a Founding Seller

← Just apply to sell (not Founding Access)

You keep more.Year after year.