Ultimate Etsy Shop Toolkit: Essential Materials and Tools for a Successful Handmade Business

Are you curious about starting a handmade crafts Etsy or Shopify business? This list reveals the essential tools and top-quality materials that power my flourishing Etsy operation. From handmade stickers to ornaments and tote bags, all are created using carefully chosen crafting supplies.

Throughout my crafting journey, I've tried and tested numerous materials and tools, continuously refining my toolkit. The resources I list here have proven their worth over time due to their excellent quality, durability, and affordability. No matter your experience level, these supplies will help make your Etsy or Shopify business shine.

Remember, this crafting materials list is always changing as I discover new and improved products. So, don't forget to return regularly to catch the latest updates in crafting resources for your Etsy business.

For a closer look, check out our Amazon Storefront where you can see these materials and more in one place.

I invite you to join my TikTok channel where I frequently show how to use these materials effectively, share useful tips, and offer a sneak peek into the creation process of my best-selling products to my 60,000+ followers. Let's start this creative journey together!

Stickers

• Weatherproof Matte Sticker Paper

• Oraguard 215 Laminate Film Sheets, Matte

• Oraguard 215 Laminate Film 150’ Roll, Matte

Magnets

• Weatherproof Matte Sticker Paper

• Oraguard 215 Laminate Film Sheets, Matte

• Oraguard 215 Laminate Film 150’ Roll, Matte

• 8.5”x11” 30mil Magnet Sheets

• Mod Podge Clear Acrylic Sealer

Decals

• Oracal 751 Black Matte Vinyl

• Oracal 751 White Matte Vinyl

• Oracal 751 Gold Vinyl

• Cricut Holographic Sparkle Vinyl

• 50’ Roll Transfer Tape

Ornaments

• 4” Wood Slices

• 4” Acrylic Disks

• 4” Acrylic Disks

• Oracal 751 Black Matte Vinyl

• Oracal 751 Gold Vinyl

• Oracal 751 Red Gloss Vinyl

• 50’ Roll Transfer Tape

• Polycrylic Protective Finish

• Craft Twine

Tote Bags

• Siser EasyWeed White Heat Transfer Vinyl

• Avery Printable HTV

• Teflon Sheets

Art Prints

• 9"x11.5" Kraft Flat Mailers

• 8"x10" Clear Art Print Sleeves

• Newsprint Packing Paper

• 2"x24" Kraft Mailing Tubes

• 24"x36" Art Portfolio Case

Packaging & Stationery

• White A6 Self Adhesive Envelopes

• Compostable 10”x6” Bubble Mailers

• Compostable 12”x15.5” Poly Mailers

• 6”x6” Kraft Flat Mailers

• 4”x6” Shipping Labels

• White Tissue Paper

• Thank You Stickers

• Kraft Crinkle Cut Paper Filler

• 9”x6”x2” White Shipping Boxes

• 12”x8”x4” Shipping Boxes

• 1/2” Glue Dots

• Cardstock Paper - 300 sheets

• Copy Paper - 500 sheets

• Thermal Label Printer

• 4x6 Thermal Labels - 16 Rolls

• Thermal Label Holder

• 5x8 Writing Pad - 12 Pack

• Clear Packing Tape - 12 Pack

Tools & Miscellaneous

• Plastic Felt Edge Squeegee

• Plastic Squeegee

• Vinyl Scraper Set

• 9”x12” Cutting Mat

• 12”x18” Cutting Mat

• Slice Ceramic Blade Cutter

• Magnifying Lamp with Clamp

• Cricut Basic Tool Set

• Westcott Paper Cutter

• HP Instant Ink (1 month free with this link!)

• Craft Knife

• Craft Knife Blades

• Leatherman Wave Multitool

• Cricut Heat Resistant Mat

• Silhouette Kraft Blade

• Cricut Knife Blade

• Silhouette Standard Grip Cutting Mat

• Silhouette Strong Grip Cutting Mat

• Cricut Light Grip Cutting Mat

• Cricut Fabric Grip Cutting Mat (3-pack)

• 11”x14” Dry Erase Board

• Dry Erase Markers With Erasers

• Dry Erase Cleaning Spray

• Wireless Phone Charger

• USB Hub

• USB LED Bias Tape

• Large Bulldog Clips

• Adjustable Desk Easel

• 1" Blue Painters Tape

• Paint Sprayer

• Paint Strainer Cones

• 25’ Outdoor Extension Cord with 3 Outlets

• Small Desktop Fan

• 30 Second Sand Timer

• 15" Stainless Steel Ruler

• Paperfeel iPad Screen Protector

Studio Essentials

• Sticker Storage Drawers

• 5 Drawer Desk Storage

• 3 Tier Rolling Utility Cart

• iPad Riser Stand

• DYMO LetraTag Label Maker

• Speck Folio iPad Case

• 24"x42" Pegboards - 2 pack

• Clear Pegboard Containers

• Pegboard Mounting Kit

• Adhesive Mini Casters

• Full Stick Post It Notes

• 4" Binder - 2 Pack

• 4 Pocket Binder Sleeves

• 4TB External Hard Drive

• Surge Protector with USB

• 2 Tiered Printer Shelf

• Memory Foam Seat Cushion

• Desk Organizer

• Drawer Organizer Set

• Cord Organizer

• Terrazzo Coasters

• YETI Rambler Mug

• 50oz Mug

• Gel Mouse Pad

• Storage Cubes - 8 Pack

• 9 Cube Organizer Shelf

• Backdrop Support Stand

• Photo Backdrop Sheets

• Blackboard Writing Tablet

Photo & Video

• Adjustable Phone Arm with Tabletop Base

• Articulating Arm Phone Desk Mount

• Gooseneck Phone Desk Mount

• LED Studio Light with Tripod (2 pack)

Podcast & Narration

• Blue Yeti USB Microphone

• Microphone Pop Filter

• Microphone Shock Mount

• Sennheiser Over-Ear Headphones

• Skullcandy Indy Evo Wireless Earbuds

• Clip-On Microphone

Machines

• Apple iMac 21.5”

• HP Envy 6055 Printer

• Silhouette Cameo 4

• Cricut Maker

• Cricut EasyPress 2

• Mini Heat Press

• Digital Postage Scale

• iPad 7th Gen 10”

• Apple Pencil

• iPhone 11

• Wireless Keyboard for Mac

• Apple Magic Mouse

Is there something that you don’t see on this list that you think everyone should know about? Let me know!

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Hey, I’m Nicole!

Following my successful national park-themed Etsy shop, I'm using social media to share my journey and everything I know, inspiring and empowering fellow crafters and small business owners.

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