The Etsy Market is a series of virtual shopping events that pop up across different cities around the world. Some events are run by groups of Etsy sellers, directly sharing their creativity with their community. Others are run by us, with the goal of celebrating incredible makers. Either way, you’re sure to have an incredible, inspiring time!
Welcome to The Etsy Market Explore a one-of-a-kind world. Etsy MK unites local designers, makers and creatives who sell on Etsy to support and promote each other. Browse the Summer Edition lookbook to shop from independent makers across Milton Keynes and the surrounding area, finding out more about the people behind the products!!
Nettlefold Shop
ZOE Gloucestershire, uk
asedinTheCotswoldswithanimals,nature B andhappinessattheheartIdohopethe productsbringasmiletoyourface. WhenmybelovedMumrecentlypassedaway, Ifoundmyselfnotonlysayinggoodbyetoher, butalsotomychildhoodhome‘Nettlefold’. ItwastherethatIfoundatreasure-troveof memoriesincludingastackofpoemswritten formebymywonderfulGrandad,Lawrence Wheeler. Iwantedtosharethesemagicalwordswithas manypeopleaspossible;apeakintothe imaginaryworldsIsharedwithmyGrandad
Happiness Sunflower A3 print
How did you come up with the name for your Etsy shop? Nettlefoldwasnamedaftermychildhood home. What’s your favorite part of being an Etsy seller? Beingamongstsomanyotherinteresting smallbusinesses
My City A4 print
Loving Mouse Greeting Card
Spring Collection
Bunny A3 Print
Practical Gift Boxes Shop JILL Milton Keynes, Bucks Why did you start your Etsy shop? Onreceivingthemostconsideratecare packagesduringahealthevent-Ifeltso cherishedandconnectedtothegorgeous individualsthathadgivenmethesegifts. They’dcombinedbringingmegreathappiness withreallyhandy,practicalitems.Blownaway bythesepersonal,helpfulgifts,thebusiness ideatoprovidethoughtful,relevantgiftboxes wasborn. What’s your favorite part of being an Etsy seller? Theflexibilitytoworkatconvenienttimes, andtheeaseofsellingthroughEtsy How do you spend your down-time? 'I'm Learning To Drive' Gift Box
Ienjoyreading,walking,eatingout&chilling withboxsets. How did you come up with the name for your Etsy shop? Iwantedareallyobviousname,sopeople couldtellstraightawaywhatIprovided.
The 'Thank You' Gift Box
The 'Time To Relax' Gift Box
‘A Really BIG Hug Delivery’ Gift Box
Lovely Soap Company Shop Sally High Wycombe, Bucks Asaqualifiedaromatherapist,Iampassionate about'allthingsnatural'andallmyproducts arefreshlymade,byme,insmallbatches usingpure,naturalingredientscarefully chosenfortheirskin-nourishingproperties. Why did you start your Etsy shop? Itwasrecommendedbyafriendwholoves handmadethings.Shethoughtitwouldbe agreatwaytostopmyhousebeingtaken overbyallthesoapsIhadstartedmaking asahobby. What’s your favorite medium to work with? Allnaturalingredients&botanicals. Where do you make your items? Gift set with a selection of 3 handmade soaps
Inmykitchenathome.
3 mini bottles of aromatherapy bath oils gift set.
Pamper Me Balance Happy Birthday Gift Set.
Make your own lip balm kits.
Mindfulness relax gift set.
Shannon Grace Design Shop
SHANNON Milton Keynes, UK
Why did you start your Etsy shop? IlostmyjobduetotheCoronaviruspandemic andmycreativityandpassionturnedinto ShannonGraceDesign.Iwasmakingproducts formyselfandfamilyandfriendsanddecided itwouldbegreatifotherscouldenjoythem too! What’s your favorite part of being an Etsy seller?
Goddess Candles in Cream
Mama Beaded Gold Plated Bracelet
Thepersonaltouchesthatgointoeach order,beingabletowritegiftmessagesfor peoplethataredeliveredstraighttotheir doorwithlove.Makingeachitemlook beautifulandknowingthatitwasdone withtimeandcare. How did you come up with the name for your Etsy shop? It'smynameandmiddlenameand'design' becauseIwantedtobeabletocreatea broadscopeofitems.
Wildflower Floral Embroidered Tote Bag
Female Body Naked Make Up Pouch
Photo Embroidery - Turn any image into a Tote Bag or Cushion Cover
Fair Bloom Shop Marianne Milton Keynes, Bucks Why did you start your Etsy shop? Tosharethebeautyofseedbeadswith everyone.Howsomethingsosmallwhen puttogethercancreateabeautifulwhole. What’s your favorite medium to work with? SeedbeadsandSwarovkicrystals Where do you make your items? Inmyworkspaceathome How did you come up with the name for your Etsy shop? Art deco-inspired statement earrings in blue and gold
seed beads
Jewellerycanmeansomuchmorethanjust aprettygift.Iwantedtherecipientsofmy jewellerytofeellovedandappreciated too.Ibelievethateverywomanisafair, beautifulbloom,hencemyshopnameto conveythatmessage!
Azure Swarovski crystal & morganite pendant necklace
Snowflake crystal earrings and white pendant necklace.
Beaded Christmas wreath earrings
Miss Shelley Designs UK Shop Michelle Hemel Hempstead, Herts AsananimatorandcostumedesignerMiss Shellyhascreatedarangeofunique handmadedecorations,cards,keyrings,and artwork.Idealgiftsfornewbornbabies, christenings,birthdays,Valentine'sday, anniversariesandChristmas. Where do you make your items? Ihavealittlestudioatmyhomein Hertfordshire What’s your favorite part of being an Etsy seller? Ilovesellingtopeoplearoundtheworld andEtsyletsmeshowcasemyworkfarand wide. Howdoyouspendyourdown-time?
Handmade Christmas Tree Toppers
IlovetoreadbutInearlyalwayscrafting andmakingsomethingcreative-my businessisalsomyhobby!Iloveit.
Personalised Ninjabread Man Christmas Tree Ornament
Personalised Pet Portraits.
Embroidered Photo Christmas Decoration.
Personalised Dinosaur Christmas Decoration
Pearls by Tabs Shop
TABITHA Milton Keynes, UK
Why did you start your Etsy shop? WhenIgotengagedIcouldn'taffordthe jewelleryIreallywantedsoIdecidedtotry makingmyown.IenjoyeditsomuchIdecided tosellafewpiecesandstartabusinessofmy own.AfriendofminetoldmeaboutEtsyand I'veneverlookedback. What’s your favorite medium to work with? Reclaimedmaterialslikebrokenwatchesand chandeliercrystals.Iloveshowingoffthe beautyinthingsthatwouldotherwisebe thrownaway.
Blue freshwater pearl & sterling silver earrings.
Freshwater pearl comb, available in silver and gold
Where do you make your items? Imakemypiecesinmyhomestudio. What’s your favorite part of being an Etsy seller? Sellingallovertheworldismyfavouritepart ofbeinganEtsyseller.
Silver Dinosaur Earrings.
Pearl and silver leaves side tiara.
Vintage watch mechanism cufflinkS.
Equipp Shop Louise&Anna Hemel Hempstead, Herts Weknowfrompersonalexperiencejust howchallengingitcanbetofindgiftsfor teenagers!Equippisjustburstingwith practical,goodquality,upliftingand vibrantpresentideas. What’s your favorite part of being an Etsy seller? Thepersonalnatureofcustomer communication.Etsycustomersarealways chatty,positiveandgenerouswith feedback.Suchajoy! How did you come up with the name for your Etsy shop?
'My Teenage Years Start Here' 13th Birthday Journal
Ourbrandnamereflectsouraimtoequip today'steenagerswithgiftsthatareuseful andthoughtful,aswellastoequipthem withconfidenceandself-belief. Where were you when you made your first sale on Etsy? Iwasintheoffice,onaTuesday.Such excitementtoseeabirthdaycard! How do you spend your down-time? Withmyfamilyandfriends,eating,drinking andwalkingthedog.
13th Birthday Keepsake Cushion
Unbreakable Pik 'n' Mix Gift
Hummingbird Unisex T-Shirt
Tracey Mason Art Shop Tracey Hemel Hempstead, Herts Iamamulitdisciplinaryartistworking withinawholerangeofmediatosatisfymy creativenatureandIlovetodiscovernew techniques. What’s your favorite medium to work with? Watercolourinks Where do you make your items? InmystudioinMiltonKeynes What’s your favorite part of being an Etsy seller? Allthelovelycommentsfromhappy customers Where were you when you made your first sale on Etsy?
Handmade Christmas Tree Toppers
Athomeinmystudio
Beautiful and unique artwork made from hand painted and hand cut golden orange butterflies.
Personalised Pet Portraits.
Artwork made from hand painted & hand cut emerald green butterflies.
Artwork made from hand painted & hand cut pink butterflies.
HAUTSEN - Rituals with Intent Shop
INES Milton Keynes, UK Why did you start your Etsy shop? Etsyisaninternationale-shopthatoffersa greatexposureforsmallbusinessesto peoplewhoappreciateandvaluetalents, theiruniquecreationsandquality handmadeitems. What’s your favorite medium to work with? Anyingredientsofferedbynature-natural ingredients,clay,essentialoils.
Lavender Bath Salts for Relaxation
Citrus Rose Bath Salts for Relaxation
Where do you make your items? AllmyproductsaremadeinEnglandinmy studio(Buckingham)insmallbatchesto guaranteequalityandfreshness. How did you come up with the name for your Etsy shop? Itmatchesmybrandname-isisafusion wordmeaningsandculturalpositive symbolisms. How do you spend your down-time? Ipractiseyoga,Ilikegoinghikingand spendingtimewithmylovelyfamily.
Botanic Bath Salts - Relaxing Lavender Geranium and Uplifting Citrus Rose
Travel Kit Botanic Bath Salts - Relaxing Lavender Geranium and Uplifting Citrus Rose
Botanic Bath Salts Pouches - Relaxing Lavender Geranium and Uplifting Citrus Rose
Tabitha Mary Shop Tabitha Eaton Bray, UK Whilstmystorystartedwithprintsofthe ShippingForecastIhavealwaysbeen inspiredbythetravelpostersofthe1930’s andthestrongPropagandapostersfrom boththeWorldWars.AsTabithaMaryhas grownitisthisinfluencethathashelpedme capturelandmarks,seascapesand landscapesfromnearandfartocreatemy portfolio.Mynichehasbeeninkeepingmy subjectmatterseitherlocaloramemoryof anexperience. Why did you start your Etsy shop? AfterIcreatedamapoftheShipping ForecastRegionsformyparents.Itwasa hitsoIthoughti'dtrysellingitandthat's howmyTravelPrintbusinesswasborn. Hyde Park, Winter in London Travel Print
What’s your favorite medium to work with? I'magraphicdesignersoallmydesignsare digital.Idefinitelylovetheflexibilityof graphicart. Where were you when you made your first sale on Etsy? OnholidayinYorkshire.Ijumpedupand downwithexcitement!
Blakeney Quay, Norfolk, Travel Print
Sorrento, Italy Travel Print
Três Paper Co Shop
DANIELLE Milton Keynes, Bucks
RÊSmeansthreeinPortuguese.Ourfounder T DaniellewasborninBrazilandlivedinseveral differentcountriesbeforesettlingintheUK. NotonlyTRÊSisaconnectiontoherrootsthat inspireher,butalsothenumberofthingswe aregratefulforeveryday. Aftergoingthroughlifechangingevents, GratitudehashugelyimprovedDanielle’slife andwell-being.
To Do List Notepad
Set of 3 little notes
What’s your favorite medium to work with? Ilovedesigningandcreatingpapergoodsthat willmakepeoplesmile Where do you make your items? EverythingisdesignedinmystudioinMilton Keynesandprintedlocally. What’s your favorite part of being an Etsy seller? Makinggratitudejournalsandpapergoods thatmakepeoplesmileandfeelgoodismy biggestpassion,andeverytimesomeone purchasesoneofmyproductsIgetahappy feeling.
Yearly Gratitude Journal
Gratitude Rainbow Journal
Happier quote recycled notebook
Jen Roffe Lettering Shop JEN St Albans, Hertfordshire Why did you start your Etsy shop? Itwasmydreamtopartofacreative onlineshoppingpagewherepeoplefrom allovertheworldcouldbrowse,discover andbuyfromartistsandmakersbothon theirdoorstepandfurtherafield! What’s your favorite medium to work with? Inkandthesmoothestpaper! Where do you make your items? WhetherI'mdesigningletteringforprint designsorputtingtogetherkitsfullof paper,pensandcards,everythingIcreate ismadeinmysunnystudioathome. Beginners Brush Lettering Kit - Modern Calligraphy
What’s your favorite part of being an Etsy seller? LocalandglobalsupportfromotherEtsy sellersandfantasticteamcaptains. How do you spend your down-time? Withmyfamilyoutandaboutdiscovering newplacesorjustrelaxingathomeinthe garden.I'mnevertoofarawayfroma calligraphypenandpieceofpaperthough -itsagreatdown-timeactivityaswellas somethingIdoatworktoo!
Illustrated map of Milton Keynes
Brave Card
Beginners Brush Lettering Kit - Modern Metallics
Rosie Plus The Boys Shop Rosie Bedford, Bedfordshire Why did you start your Etsy shop? Alwaysonthelookoutforsomethingto celebrate,whetherit’sabirthday,wedding orsimplyasunnyday,Istarteddesigning andmakingpapercutpartydecorations afterthebirthofmyfirstson. Asthebusinessgrew(andthreemore childrencamealong!),myDadcameon board,teachinghimselfhowtousealaser cutterandbecomingawhizzatallthings technical. Celebratinglife’sbigevents(andthelittle onestoo)isattheheartofourbusiness, creatingbeautifulcardsanddecorations foreveryonewholovespeopleandparties asmuchaswedo! Where do you make your items?
Christmas Wreath Paper Cake Topper
Inmytinystudiobasedinrural Bedfordshire
Christmas Cupcake Toppers
Wren Decoration
Christmas Reindeer Paper Garland
Papercut Christmas Decorations
Signature Stamps Shop
GENNA Milton Keynes, Bucks rt, Cards & Gifts ~ Showing Postage Stamps A Some Love! What’s your favorite medium to work with? Vintage postage stamps Where do you make your items? In my home office. What’s your favorite part of being an Etsy seller? Getting my products in front of potential customers around the whole world!
Highland Cow vintage postage stamp (1984) in hanging frame
Queen Flower Crown Large Machin in hanging frame
How did you come up with the name for your Etsy shop? I wanted my name to be descriptive of what I do. My work is distinctive like a signature, plus I love alliteration! Where were you when you made your first sale on Etsy? I heard my first kerching when I was driving in the car.
Vintage postage stamp gift wrap set, inc tags & twine.
Winnie the Pooh vintage postage stamp (1979) in hanging frame with gold ribbon.
Set of 3 vintage postage stamps (1969) inside miniature glass bottles hanging on Christmas tree.
Badger and Birch Shop HAZEL Falmouth, UK Why did you start your Etsy shop? Acreativeoutletwhichallowedmetobea 'maker' What’s your favorite medium to work with? Ecoresinandrecycledshells Where do you make your items? Inmygardenstudioandworkshop What’syourfavoritepartofbeinganEtsy seller? Seeingmymakesinpeople'shomes How did you come up with the name for your Etsy shop? Badger&Birch-mybelovedfirstcocker spanielwascalledBadgeranditwasonlong dogwalkswithhimwherethedreamforthe businessbegan.Birchreflectsthenatural elementsthatinspiremywork.
Sculpted candle stick holder -plaster pink with recycled oyster shell.
White eco resin and recycled shell phone stand and trinket tray
Eco resin coaster making craft kit
Eco Resin Tidy Pot
Eco Resin Plant Pot
Little Cloth Rabbit Shop EMMA Hemel Hempstead, UK Why did you start your Etsy shop? Tosharemycreationswithpeoplefromall overtheworld What’s your favorite medium to work with? PunchNeedleEmbroidery Where do you make your items? Inmystudioathome What’s your favorite part of being an Etsy seller? IlovethecamaraderieonEtsyandhowit allowsmetoreachcustomersfromallover theworld;fromonlineconnectionstoin personattheEtsycraftfairs A Little Sunshine Punch Needle Kit
How did you come up with the name for your Etsy shop? Ijustadorerabbitsandanythingvintage! Mynameremindedmeofoldlovedtoys. Where were you when you made your first sale on Etsy? Iwasathomeanddidalittlehappydance aroundthehouse!
Adventure Awaits Punch Needle Cushion
My Spring Wonder Grub!
Wonderland Print
Lumi Knitwear Shop
EMILIA Milton Keynes, Bucks Why did you start your Etsy shop? My grandmother taught me how to knit and crochet about 20 years ago. Over the years I have created numerous knits (usually as gifts) and about a year ago I decided to create an Instagram account to post my makes. Very soon, people started reaching out to me to ask about where they could find my makes and to order either for themselves or as gifts. After receiving quite a few requests, I decided to create an Etsy shop! How did you come up with the name for your Etsy shop?
Handknitted black headband £25
Handknitted 'Anjela hat' in dark red £35
LUMI means 'snow' in Finnish and as you know, when there is snow the weather is also cold, so...? We definitely need some knitwear to keep us warm as we leave our footprints (or paws) on the snow or anywhere we walk outside! This is where LUMI comes - to offer you and your loved ones cosy, stylish and warm clothes and accessories for (mainly) the winter months! The letters here represent the Lovely, Unique, Made by hand Items that I create with so much love.
Brown handknitted fingerless gloves £27
Handknitted basket
Handmade face scrubbies and soap saver - set of 4+1 £12
Kimprints Shop KIM Hitchin, UK Musicandtravelinspiredart,madeusing thegoodoldfashionedprintmaking methodsoflinoprintandletterpress. HomeoftheHitchinPrints! What’s your favorite medium to work with? Linocut Where do you make your items? Athomeinmybedroomstudio What’s your favorite part of being an Etsy seller? Thecommunity. How did you come up with the name for your Etsy shop? IrecentlychangedittowhatI'dsigned myworkwithallalong!
Personalised Family Birth Flowers Linocut Print
Personalised Linocut Home Portrait
St Ives Lino and Letterpress Print
Personalised Zodiac Linocut Print
Personalised Linocut Plant
Miller & Jeeves Shop LIZ Oxford, UK Miller and Jeeves was born out of a desire to create beautiful and stylish designs through a blend of contemporary fashion and traditional techniques. These techniques were gained whilst training at the Cordwainers Saddlery Studies. Why did you start your Etsy shop? Etsy is a fabulous website for finding unique handmade products so I thought it would be a great place to sell my leather accessories. What’s your favorite medium to work with? Leather. Leather twist keyring, small nude
Where do you make your items? I make my leather accessories in my workshop in Oxfordshire. How did you come up with the name for your Etsy shop? Miller & Jeeves is named after our old dogs.
Leather twist keyring, personalised, small burgundy tumble
Leather twist keyring.
Leather twist keyring, large mustard, midi nude, small petrol
The Crafty Beach Hut Shop KAREN&MARK Milton Keynes, UK Why did you start your Etsy shop? We decided to open our Etsy Shop after buying lots of lovely gifts through Etsy. We had our own website for a while at this point but liked the idea of our products being seen by a wider audience. What’s your favorite medium to work with? We work with a huge range of products and materials. Mark loves anything he can print on, whereas I (Karen) prefer anything I can stitch. Where do you make your items? We are completely home based - it definitely
Fix It Glossy Coaster
takes over the house at times expecially on the run up to Christmas.
Bookmark Yellow Camper
Pizza Sloth Planner Clip
Togetherness Gnome Glossy Coaster
Girl Sloth Personalised Mug
Mi-Ow Shop
BETH London, UK Calling all kitty lovers! Designed by Beth Powell & her grumpy cat Alfie, mi-ow create cute and contemporary homeware and gifts for cat people featuring, paws, purrs and pretty pastel hues. What’s your favorite medium to work with? Digital vector graphic prints. Where do you make your items? Designed, hand finished & packaged in Buckinghamshire. What’s your favorite part of being an Etsy seller?
Ceramic kitty coffee mug.
Ginger cat button badge.
Being part of a community that allows me to meet like minded local creatives. How did you come up with the name for your Etsy shop? I brainstormed cat words and played around with their spelling and layout, before landing on mi-ow! How do you spend your down-time? With Alfie the cat at home, playing the guitar
Tabby Cat Greetings Card.
Purrs & Paws mounted and framed A4 art print.
Love heart cat earrings with stainless steel posts & butterfly backs.
Holmes Sweet Holmes UK Shop LAURA Bedford, UK Original Designs for Your Home And Lifestyle
Why did you start your Etsy shop? I was looking for a way of getting my work out there and seen, Etsy have such a strong reputation for all things handmade that I couldn't not sell with them! What’s your favorite medium to work with? At the moment it is lino but I like digital design too Where do you make your items? I create and print all of my work in my home studio in Moon Lovers Fan Club Original Lino Print in Black & Grey 15x15cm - £25
Bedford. How do you spend your down-time? Seeing friends and family really! I like to force my teens out on walks, see my girlfriends for drinks and catch ups, can't wait to go to gigs again with my sister (I've missed those!) visiting my Grandad every Thursday is the highlight of my week...add in a bit of Netflix and taking photos of the moon and I'm a happy woman!
Namaste & Pilea 'Nurture' Original Lino Prints in Black A4 - £35
It's Just a Phase Original Lino Print in Black A4 £35
Ombre Neon 'Love' Original Lino Print 11x11cm £15
Nutmeg Wall Stickers Shop Adele Milton Keynes, UK Wall stickers are a fun, stylish and costeffective way to easily decorate your home. Quick and easy to apply, they can transform your home in a matter of minutes. Why did you start your Etsy shop? I began designing wall stickers a few years ago when I was decorating my daughters bedroom, I wanted to add a personalised sticker to her room, I then made one for my other daughter, friends and family liked them so much they encouraged me to start selling them. Where do you make your items? We make our wall stickers from our studio in Milton Keynes. Roses And Romance Floral Wall Sticker Mural
Have fun, be safe, love you.... front door sticker
Pastel Watercolour Confetti Dots Wall Stickers
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Wall Quote
Personalised Name Butterfly Wall Sticker
Flat 102 Shop
STEPH Buckingham, UK Flat102 was created to bring a colourful and uplifting dose of cheerfulness to your home. And remind you just how awesome you really are. Why did you start your Etsy shop? I started my Esty shop as a creative outlet while I was still working in my full time corporate role. Where do you make your items?
Neon Pink Heart Print
Leopard Is A Neutral Wall Art
All my screen printed items are designed and printed in my garden studio How did you come up with the name for your Etsy shop? 102 was the number of my flat in London where I first dreamed about having my own business and where Flat102 was born
It's Cool To Be Kind Neon Pink Art Print
Neon Pink Heart Plaque
Let’s Do This Plaque
El Illustrates Shop ELLIE Bedford, UK El Illustrates fashion illustration art prints are the perfect gifts for fashion-lovers, whether you buy a collection, or an individual print. Why did you start your Etsy shop? After graduating in my fashion design degree, struggling to find a job during lockdown I expanded my love of clothes and design to create a collection of fashion-themed art prints.
Bad Vibes Don't Go With My Outfit Fashion Print
How do you spend your down-time? I like to read and watch the latest movie at the cinema. What’s your favorite part of being an Etsy seller? Being part of a community of like minded people. Where do you make your items? I create and print all of my work at home.
Good Vibes Affirmation Print Bundle
I Am More Than Enough Fashion Print
You're Limited Edition Mug
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