Handmade Art
Original work from independent artists and craftspeople: beaded figurines and small sculpture, paintings and drawings, hand-painted ceramics, embroidered and woven textile art, and prints. Each piece is listed by the person who made it, and many artists take custom requests.
Beaded figurines and small sculpture
Beaded figurines are built bead by bead: tiny glass seed beads are threaded onto wire or strung and stitched into a three-dimensional shape, so a single animal can take many hours. Check the listed height and materials, and dust them with a soft brush rather than washing.
Two painting traditions worth knowing
Petrykivka painting is a freehand decorative style of flowing flowers, berries and birds, painted without sketches on wood, plates and paper. UNESCO inscribed it as intangible cultural heritage in 2013.
Kosiv painted ceramics feature hand-drawn plants, birds and animals, traditionally in yellow, green and brown. UNESCO recognized the tradition in 2019. Browse ceramics and pottery and textile art.
How to choose handmade art
Check whether a listing is an original or a print, and whether it comes framed. Measure your wall or shelf against the listed dimensions. For plates and bowls, ask the shop whether a piece is decorative or meant for everyday use.
Commissions and custom requests
Some artists accept custom requests. You describe your idea, the artist decides whether to take it on and agrees the details with you, then publishes an item at the agreed price that only you can see. You buy it like any other order.
FAQ
Are beaded figurines suitable for children?
No — they are decorative pieces. Small beads can come loose, so keep them out of reach of young children.
How do I pay?
Prices are in USD. Payment methods depend on the shop: card via Western Bid (PayPal or Stripe), Payoneer, bank transfer or cash. You buy directly from the artist's shop; Craftic is not a party to the sale.
Can I return an artwork?
Each shop sets its own cancellation and return policy. Where returns are accepted, the window is 14 to 90 days from delivery.