How it works
Tell makers what you need. Pick the one you like.
Hire a Maker connects you with independent UK makers for one-off and small-batch jobs. It’s free for customers, and there’s no commission on either side.
Getting something made
- Post a request, free
Sign in with a link sent to your email, then tell us what you need. Add sizes, colours, quantity and any text, plus up to 4 photos or sketches. No design skills or 3D files needed.
- Matching makers are alerted
Makers who do that craft and cover your area, or post UK-wide, get an email about your request. If you want to collect or need someone nearby, choose “Local makers only”.
- Compare replies
Makers reply through private messages on the site with ideas, prices and timings. Look at their profiles and photos of past work, and ask questions before you decide.
- Agree the job directly
Confirm the details, price, payment and delivery with the maker you choose. Hire a Maker doesn’t take payments or a cut, so you pay the maker directly.
Prefer to choose a maker yourself? Browse makers by craft and postcode and message them from their profile. Our guide to briefing a maker shows what to include for accurate quotes.
For makers
- Create your profile
Add your crafts, your area, how you deliver and photos of your work. We check every profile before it goes live.
- Get matching requests
We email you when a customer posts a request in your crafts that fits your area and delivery settings.
- Reply and keep what you earn
Quote in your own words and agree the job directly. Plans are a flat monthly fee with no commission, and the Listed plan is free.