craft markets

Handmade goods sales

Craft markets are venues where artisans sell handmade goods directly to consumers—pottery, jewelry, textiles, woodwork, and similar items.

They range from permanent covered markets to periodic outdoor fairs.

The appeal lies in buying directly from makers rather than mass-produced alternatives: We found beautiful ceramics at the craft market.

Also called artisan markets.

Opposites
production method

craft marketsfactory outlets

Stores selling manufacturer overstock

big-box stores · warehouse stores · discount retailers · industrial manufacturing

retail format

craft marketsshopping malls

Large enclosed retail centers

department stores · chain stores · Amazon · Walmart · strip malls

economic model

craft marketsglobal supply chains

Interconnected worldwide production systems

Family

market, craft, craftsman, marketplace

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G