Etsy, the handmade goods platform, has announced changes on its platform by Josh Silverman, CEO of Etsy. The goal is to reflect the values of being a platform for handmade goods, incorporating creativity and craftsmanship from human labor amidst the trend that defines the term “creative work.” Various tools are being used to assist more, leading to the unclear problem of what constitutes handmade goods.
In this change, Etsy states that products sold on the platform must be labeled as one of the following four categories, with additional specified details:
Made by a seller: Products created, modified, assembled by the seller themselves, whether handmade or using their own tools, including 3D printers and laser cutters.
Designed by a seller: Original designs by the seller (using Prompt AI is acceptable), can be digital work or manufactured work printed by a 3rd Party.
Sourced by a seller: Products curated with creative ideas from the seller, such as DIY kits, party decor sets, either self-made or outsourced production.
Handpicked by a seller: Vintage items, natural goods, or the seller’s collectibles.
Source: Etsy
TLDR: Etsy’s platform for handmade goods undergoes changes to categorize products under specific labels to uphold the essence of creativity, craftsmanship, and individuality in handmade goods.
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