If you’ve found us through our Facebook group — welcome! We’re so glad you’re here.
But we need to clear something up because it’s causing a lot of confusion:
Crafter’s Market UK is NOT a Facebook selling group.
The Facebook group is just one small part of what we do.
What Crafter’s Market UK Actually Is
Crafter’s Market UK is a dedicated online marketplace website for handmade businesses.
It’s your own:
- Online shop
- Product listings
- Checkout system
- Order management
- Professional presence outside of social media
The website is where your actual store lives.
The Facebook group is simply a community space.
So What Is the Facebook Group For?
Our customer-facing Facebook group is:
- A community space
- A visibility tool
- A way to connect with shoppers
- A place to share products and engage
We allow non-vendors to post in there too because community growth benefits everyone.
But:
Posting in the Facebook group does not mean you have a store with us.
It does not replace setting up your shop on our website.
It does not create product listings.
It does not give customers a checkout.
It does not give customers a checkout.
Signing Up to the Website Is Step One — Not the Only Step
Another common misunderstanding:
Some vendors create an account on the website and think they’re done.
Creating an account is just registration.
To actually become a selling vendor, you must:
- Set up your store profile
- Add your shop details
- Upload products
- Publish your listings
Until products are added and published, you don’t have an active store.
Think of it like renting a physical market stall:
Signing up is reserving the space.
Setting up your stall is actually putting your products on the table.
Why We’re Structured This Way
Unlike “pay for a Facebook stall” groups:
- You are not dependent on Facebook algorithms.
- You are not competing in a fast-moving feed.
- Your products are searchable.
- Customers can browse by category.
- You have a permanent shopfront.
You’re building something long-term — not just posting and hoping.
The Simple Breakdown
Facebook Group = Community & Visibility
Crafter’s Market UK Website = Your Actual Shop
You need the website shop to sell through us.
The group alone is not a replacement for a store.
If You’ve Already Signed Up But Haven’t Built Your Store Yet
No stress — you’re not alone.
Your next step is simple:
- Log in
- Complete your store setup
- Add your products
- Publish them
If you’re unsure how to do that, check the Vendor Setup Guide in the knowledgebase.
Why We’re Being Clear About This
We’ve recently had a high number of people:
- Signing up
- Not building their store
- Posting only in the Facebook group
- Then wondering why they’re not getting website sales
We want you to succeed.
But success here requires building your actual shop.
If you’re reading this and haven’t signed up as a vendor yet – Join Us!