How to Sell Craft Supplies in Australia
The best platforms for selling craft supplies in Australia are eBay, Etsy, and Facebook Marketplace. Bulk lots of specific materials sell well; brand recognition matters for yarn and fabric.
Best Platforms for Craft Supplies
eBay
FreeAustralia's largest marketplace with 12M+ monthly users. Strong search traffic for craft supplies and built-in buyer protection.
Etsy
6.5% feeStrong market for vintage and handmade items. Good for craft supplies with a unique or artisan angle.
Facebook Marketplace
FreeZero seller fees and local pickup option. Ideal for craft supplies where buyers want to inspect before purchasing.
Pricing Craft Supplies
Quality yarn sells for 40-60% of retail in lots. Fabric by the metre sells well if it's a desirable print or quality material. Generic craft supplies in mixed lots sell for $10-30. Vintage patterns and sewing supplies have a niche collector market. Etsy is the best platform for curated, well-photographed craft supplies.
Market context: Australians spent a record $82.6 billion online in 2025, up 14% year on year.
Source: Australia Post eCommerce Report, 2026
Where to Source Craft Supplies in Australia
Deceased estates and op shops are the main sources — crafters accumulate massive stashes. Yarn collections can be worth hundreds if they're quality brands (Bendigo Woollen Mills, Noro, Malabrigo). Fabric in metre lengths sells well. Haberdashery supplies (buttons, zippers, ribbon) sell best in curated lots.
Photography Tips for Craft Supplies
Group supplies by type and colour. Show brand labels on yarn and fabric. Include quantity and measurements. For fabric, show the print pattern and drape. Good colour accuracy matters — craft buyers match specific shades.
Shipping Tips
- Australia Post Parcel Post with tracking is the go-to for most items. Budget $10-15 for standard-sized parcels.
- Poly mailers work for clothing and soft goods — they're lighter and cheaper to post than boxes.
- For rigid items, use a box with at least 2cm of padding on all sides. Newspaper works in a pinch, but bubble wrap is better.
- Print labels at home if you're shipping regularly — it saves time at the post office and gives you tracking automatically.
- Offer combined shipping if you sell multiple items. Buyers appreciate the discount and you save on packaging.
- Always get proof of postage. A tracking number or Australia Post receipt is your only defence in a delivery dispute.
Sell Craft Supplies on Each Platform
Each platform has different strengths for craft supplies. Check the individual guides for platform-specific tips.
What Sellers Say
“Grailed buyers want proof — tagged photos, measurements, receipt if you have it. They'll pay more once trust is established.”
— Australian Grailed seller, 2026
“The algorithm on Depop rewards consistency. Ten listings a week beats fifty in a single dump every time.”
— Australian Depop seller, Shopfront community, 2026
“Facebook Marketplace is still the best place for big furniture and appliances — nothing else comes close for local bulky goods.”
— Australian reseller focusing on homewares, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best platform to sell craft supplies in Australia?
eBay is generally the strongest platform for craft supplies in Australia, followed by Etsy and Facebook Marketplace. Bulk lots of specific materials sell well; brand recognition matters for yarn and fabric
How much can I make selling craft supplies?
Quality yarn sells for 40-60% of retail in lots. Fabric by the metre sells well if it's a desirable print or quality material. Generic craft supplies in mixed lots sell for $10-30. Vintage patterns and sewing supplies have a niche collector market. Etsy is the best platform for curated, well-photographed craft supplies.
Where can I source craft supplies for resale in Australia?
Deceased estates and op shops are the main sources — crafters accumulate massive stashes. Yarn collections can be worth hundreds if they're quality brands (Bendigo Woollen Mills, Noro, Malabrigo). Fabric in metre lengths sells well. Haberdashery supplies (buttons, zippers, ribbon) sell best in curated lots.
How should I price used craft supplies?
Quality yarn sells for 40-60% of retail in lots. Fabric by the metre sells well if it's a desirable print or quality material. Generic craft supplies in mixed lots sell for $10-30. Vintage patterns and sewing supplies have a niche collector market. Etsy is the best platform for curated, well-photographed craft supplies. Always check recently sold listings on eBay (filter by "Sold" and "AU Only") to get current market pricing rather than relying on active listing prices, which are often inflated.
What shipping method works best for craft supplies?
Standard Australia Post Parcel Post with tracking works well for craft supplies. Most items in this category ship for $10-15 domestically. Use poly mailers for soft goods and boxes with padding for anything rigid. Always get proof of postage — it's your protection in any buyer dispute.
Sell Craft Supplies Across Multiple Platforms
List your craft supplies once and crosslist to eBay, Etsy, Facebook Marketplace automatically. When an item sells on one platform, Shopfront marks it as sold everywhere — no double-selling, no manual updates.
Start Crosslisting FreeAU Reselling Market Data
9.8 million Australian households shopped online in 2025 — a new record.
Source: Australia Post eCommerce Report, 2026
86% of Australians say they prefer buying secondhand goods.
Source: Gumtree / Charitable Reuse Australia, 2019