A UK Alternative to Etsy
For you, for mums, for everyone 😊
Note: This article was updated in April 2026 to reflect the latest fee structures for Made By Mums and Etsy for 2026.
So, Etsy for mums?
Ok, that seems apt, but dig deeper and you'll find so much more than just an alternative to Etsy for mums!
We are a proudly inclusive community. We connect a glittering ensemble of wonderfully creative mums, parents and carers with those who adore shopping for unique handmade items.
Made By Mums is more than just “Etsy for mums”. We’re a growing, inclusive marketplace connecting talented mums, parents and carers with shoppers who love genuinely unique, handmade products.
Made By Mums vs. Etsy: How we compare
Already selling on Etsy? No problem, in fact many of our sellers use both platforms.
Even if you already have an Etsy shop set up, you can create a Made By Mums shop too without it impacting your costs in any way.
But where Made By Mums really stands out is simplicity, transparency, and value. We offer a straightforward fee structure with no hidden costs, and our platform is designed to be super easy to use, even for busy parents. Plus, we’re a small business ourselves, so we understand the challenges of selling online and are here to support you every step of the way.
We are a great value alternative to Etsy - here's how we stack up!
What does it actually cost?
Made By Mums: 10% + 35p per item sold. That's it. No hidden extras.
Etsy: Often 12%-20%+ per sale once all fees are combined.*
For mums and carers, we are a compelling alternative to Etsy for selling handmade items, offering a low cost selling platform and a friendly, supportive selling community our makers love.
*Exact Etsy costs vary depending on ads, payment method, and location.
Sign up with Made By Mums for free todayWhy Made By Mums
For mums and carers, we are a compelling alternative to Etsy for selling handmade items, offering a low cost selling platform and a friendly, supportive selling community our makers love.
- Great value: Set up your shop in under 5 minutes, for FREE!
- Simple, low fees: No hidden costs, just 10% (+ 35p) on the sale amount
- No risk: No subscription charges or up front costs - only pay when you make a sale
- Easy to use: Simple, easy to use interface right from your phone/laptop
- Personal support: Get help fast, directly from Jo and Robert (pickles permitting!)
- Get promoted: We love supporting! Be in our regular social updates (free!)
- Your passion: Handmade, personalised or digital - sell a wide range of items, whatever your speciality
Made By Mums co-founders Jo and Robert
Who are Made By Mums?
We are a UK Etsy alternative, set up to help mums and carers sell their handmade creations - and keep more of their proceeds while doing so. We were formed after co-founder Jo was looking for a low cost, easy to use selling platform while pregnant, and nothing seemed to suit.
Today, our makers love being part of our burgeoning maker community!
What our sellers say
Amazing from a sellers and buyers point of view. As a mum of 3 I started my small business Bugbees Creations to work around them. This page is full of very talented mums who run their own small business.
Rachel Rodriguez
Made By Mums Seller
Read on Facebook
It was really easy to set up as a seller and list products. Listings show up well in a search, unlike the other selling platform I was using up until now. Jo @ MBM is really helpful, she spotted an error in the quantity of one of my listings and emailed me to let me know. Very personal and considerate.
Lauren Parker
Made By Mums Seller
Read on Facebook
Fantastic site, perfect for gifts and to support makers of all things handmade. I love that the website is so easy to use and that there are regular updates on Facebook and Instagram to keep me up to date with the new products! A lovely site for both buyers and sellers, would highly recommend!
Michelle Scott
Made By Mums Seller
Read on Facebook
I have just started selling with Made by Mums as Stitches and Stones. It’s so easy to do. The products on here are absolutely beautiful. So happy to be part of it!
Em Walker
Made By Mums Seller
Read on Facebook
Of course, everything we do is built with busy mums in mind. That means super low costs (free sign up and what might be the lowest cost option anywhere around for a full featured selling platform), and a website that focusses on being super easy to use.
After all, you crafted it, you earned it, and it should be yours!
You can have a shop set up in under 5 minutes, and adding new product listings is simple, fast and intuitive (we get fantastic feedback from busy mamas who love us for this!)
Is Made By Mums right for you?
Our mission is to help crafty mothers and carers to support their young families by selling the creations they make online. Of course, we’d love to welcome you aboard!
At the same time, we recognise there are many Etsy alternatives for sellers. Yet, while this brings plenty of potential opportunities to boost the presence of your small business, it can be difficult to make the right choice. We examined the options you have in the blog article below.
Read More: Should I use a selling platform or create my own website?
For buyers of handmade
Whether you're looking to spruce up your home decor with a beautiful unique wallhanging, searching for a touching treasure to treat a cherished one, or you want to go the extra mile with this year's Christmas shopping, you're sure to find what you are looking for on Made By Mums!
With over 3,000 products currently available from over 400 independent small businesses, we offer a huge variety of amazing handmade creations, for everyone 😊