Etsy is full of Black-owned shops with passionate artisans who are creating handmade dolls, jewelry and more, and we think you’ll love what they are offering. Whether you are looking for the perfect birthday or housewarming gift, or something to cheer up your home, these shops are full of great handmade crafts. Shop your favorite below!
MyPrettyBrownDoll
We love this shop that offers beautiful dolls hand crocheted with natural hair inspired hairstyles. You can purchase the pattern to make one yourself, or reach out to the shop owner about having a custom doll made.
AfrocentricArts
Get ready to inspire your kids with this unique coloring book that features all types of people and promotes urban gardening, women in technology, science, healthy eating, positive body image, Black history, kindness to animals, physical fitness, love, literacy and so much more!
MyAnkaraLove
Stunning African prints are used to make one-of-a-kind lampshades, pillows and throw blankets. There are even some fun bangles for all the jewelry lovers out there.
ItsTaylorMadeDesigns
Give your personal space a refresh with these fun and relatable printable quotes. Whether you want to brighten up your office space or decorate throughout the home, these digital delights are an excellent choice. This shop also offers fun motivational tees and sweatshirts.
GreatThingsbyJessie
This shop sells folk, cultural and abstract paintings like this Practice Makes Perfect poster that would be perfect for your playroom.
WashingtonCuts
We love the positive message of this papercraft artwork and especially love the option to personalize it with a silhouette of your own child!
NaturalAnniEssential
Not only does this hand-poured soy candle smell great, but proceeds from its sale goes to support the Black Lives Matter movement. In June 2020 alone, this Black woman-owned Etsy shop donated over $6,000 to the movement!
SmallBitesAfrica
Have you ever wanted to try African love and affection in a box? Try this African sampler box that includes plantain chips, chin chin (achomo), flour chips, peanut brittle (nkate cake), traditional pound cake and other Ghanaian Treats (surprise!).
CathyCIllustrations
We love this print by artist Cathy Charles that's available in a number of different sizes ready to hang in your home. Her shop is full of other colorful art depicting Black women.
AKomFashions
Headpieces with earrings to match are the name of the game at this shop that features African print fusion fashion.
LOViEBeans
Artist Ginger Galloway creates these adorable dolls that are soft and perfect for carrying around town.
linguaNigra
Started in 2003, Lingua Nigra features handmade jewelry including hand reticulated brass, etched sterling silver, and blossom-like jewelry.
ArtByElliott
Vibrant watercolor prints by Atlanta artist Elliott Hubbard feature families, music and jazz themes.
—Kate Loweth
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