Where to sell handmade furniture can feel like a puzzle—so here’s exactly where you’ll find buyers who love your work and pay what it’s worth.
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Quick comparison of top marketplaces
| Place | Fees | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Craft shows | Booth rent | One-day cash sales, instant feedback |
| Etsy | 6.5 % + listing | Smaller décor, fast shipping |
| Facebook Marketplace | Free | Quick pickup, low-price items |
| eBay | 13 % | Auction-style sales |
| Asherfield | 15 % early-bird sellers | Mid- to high-ticket furniture |
Tip: Mix one local (craft show) and one online (Asherfield) channel for wider reach.
Craft shows: sell face-to-face
- Pay for a weekend booth, set up eye-catching displays.
- Bring small add-ons—coasters, cutting boards—to boost average order value.
- Use the show to collect emails for future launches.
Need product ideas? See Woodworking projects that sell for quick-moving items.
Online giants: Etsy and eBay
- Etsy loves custom, rustic, and reclaimed pieces.
- eBay works for vintage-style items or one-of-a-kind prototypes.
- Ship flat-pack when possible to cut costs.
Plan your packaging early—our Best software for furniture design article shows how to model knock-down joints.
Etsy loves custom, rustic, and reclaimed pieces. For in-depth guidance on listing, shipping, and marketing your pieces, check out Etsy’s official guide to selling furniture on Etsy.
Local pickup: Facebook Marketplace
- Zero listing fee, but haggling is common.
- Meet in public places or ask buyers to bring help for heavy lifts.
- Cash or peer-to-peer apps (Venmo, Cash App) close the deal.
Why sellers choose Asherfield
| Perk | What it means |
|---|---|
| Keep up to 85 % | One of the highest payouts in furniture resale |
| Pre-qualified buyers | Audience already looking for solid-wood pieces |
| Safe payments | Stripe handles the money, you ship or schedule pickup |
| Free listing tools | Upload photos, set price, publish in minutes |
Makers who started with DIY sites report 2× higher average sale price after switching to Asherfield.
Fast listing checklist
- Take four bright photos (front, side, detail, in-room).
- Measure every dimension—height, width, depth.
- Describe wood species and finish.
- Set a fair price (3× material cost is a good start).
- Publish on Asherfield and share the link with your followers.
Wrap-up
Now you know where to sell handmade furniture—choose the spot (or spots) that fit your goals. Want a trusted, wood-focused crowd without the heavy fees? List your next piece on Asherfield and enjoy quick posting, safe payments, and a community that values true craftsmanship. Build, list, earn.