You might think best selling items on Etsy in 2017 would be hard to come by. After all, the Etsy shops which meet this criterion have only had 10 months to work up a massive following and shining reputation.
But don’t worry. It turns out there are some exceptional sellers out there, and they couldn’t do their job better. Makers are continually finding new ways to up their businesses, especially through sites like Etsy, where thousands of self-promoted businesses continue to thrive. But Etsy is only composed of handmade items, so these aren’t things you’ll find at the local department store. Unique is the perfect way to describe many of the handmade items sold on the platform. They also sell the materials used to make crafts, such as fabric and tools, and one of those sellers is even represented on our list. These aren’t the kinds of dorky crafts you see at some fundraisers, either. Etsy sellers and makers know what they’re doing, and if there are any who don’t, they certainly won’t be represented here. So whether you’re the type that thinks ahead about holiday gifts (and there’s nothing better than gifting a personalized gift from Etsy), or you’re interested in becoming an Etsy seller yourself, you’ll love reading through our list of hits on Etsy.
To find our best selling handmade items in 2017, we scoured Etsy for its best trending shops. We went to the Etsy home page to find them. Then we selected shops that had a full 5-star review ranking. Of course, we picked only those shops that have been “on Etsy since 2017.” Etsy has both of these factors listed on each shop home page, along with its description, location, number of reviews and number of sales. Only the shops that have over 700 reviews are taken into consideration, and you know they’ve got to be good if they’ve racked up that many reviews in less than a year.
We also took into account the number of sales each shop has made, since this is the list of best selling items on Etsy in 2017, after all. Then we averaged the two numbers (number of reviews and number of sales) and ranked each shop from those averages. These are truly the top sellers of handmade items on Etsy within this year. If you’re looking to sell online, be sure to keep these items in mind as the most wanted handmade items from online buyers. You can also check out this list of best selling items on Etsy for another list of top Etsy sellers by category. You’ll also get an idea of the newest craft trends of 2017 by skimming this list and the shops in it. And some fall craft trends of 2017 are already emerging, so be on the lookout. (See also our list of most profitable Etsy shops in 2017.)
So, what are some of the best things to sell on Etsy to make money? According to this list, the answer is jewelry. Over half of our top Etsy shops 2017 sell some form of jewelry, and people are certainly buying. One more thing – keep in mind that the images displayed along with each item aren’t representative of the items sold in these shops. They’re purely for general visual appeal. You’ll have to click on the links provided to see what’s really offered. Additionally, remember that shop reviews, especially of those popular ones, are always changing. So though these numbers could easily fluctuate over time, they’re still a good representation of each shop’s current status.
So without further ado, here’s our list of best selling items on Etsy in 2017.
11. Jewelry from PoiseJewellers
989 reviews
7984 sales
average: 4,486.5
Do you need bridesmaid gifts for the sweet girls in your life? This shop is the place to look.
10. Engraved Goods from CakeTopperLF
1,609 reviews
8,145 sales
average: 4,877
This shop engraves almost anything, from pocket knives to pocket watches.
9. Jewelry from PDSPlanner
1,388 reviews
9301 sales
average: 5,344.5
Spend over $30 at this shop, and you’ll get $15 off. Not a bad deal.
8. Bohemian Jewelry and Clothing from BohemianCloset
2,105 reviews
11,373 sales
average: 6,739
The bohemian style will never stop trending, so you’ll always be in style with some of these items.
7. Laser Cut Wooden Goods from NgoCreations
2,104 reviews
8,086 sales
average: 10,190
If you’re looking for a wedding cake topper that’s more on the rustic end but still classy, look no further than this shop.
6. Custom Jewelry from SilverHandwriting
5,213 reviews
26,297 sales
average: 15,755
You won’t find this kind of jewelry at your average jewelry store. They can even customize jewelry engraved with your fingerprint.
5. Engraved Jewelry from CustomBrites
3,977 reviews
27,979 sales
average: 15,978
It’s no wonder the unique jewelry found in this shop is a hit. Some of it is on sale too.
4. Jewelry and Accessories from Alaridesign
8,276 reviews
35,278 sales
average: 21,777
Like some of the other jewelry shops in this list of best selling items on Etsy in 2017, this one has California headquarters. They really must know how to make jewelry there.
3. Vinyl Fabric from CraftVinylCottage
2,176 reviews
20,912 sales
average: 23,088
Etsy not only specializes in crative handmade items but many shops, like this one on our list of best selling items on Etsy in 2017, also sell the materials to create those high-quality handmade goods.
2. Personalized Bracelets and Necklaces from MignonandMignon
20,521 reviews
109,954 sales
average: 65,237.5
These beautiful pieces would make great Christmas gifts, so you might want to stock up!
1. Dainty Jewelry from LayeredandLong
39,535 reviews
257,600 sales
average: 148,567.5
This timeless jewelry looks like it could be worn by royalty. Which is why it would work perfectly for the girl in your life, guys. As would the products sold in the other shops on our list of best selling items on Etsy in 2017. That about wraps it up, though. Hope you enjoyed!