Empowering Local Artisans, One Store at a Time

Are you passionate about supporting local artisans and creating a meaningful connection with your community? Locally Handmade offers an exciting franchise opportunity for individuals who believe in the power of handmade craftsmanship and want to provide a platform for local creators to thrive.

Founded by Eva Ilg, Locally Handmade was born out of a desire to offer local artisans a year-round retail space to showcase and sell their handmade products. What started as a small store with just 50 vendors quickly expanded to over 200 vendors within six months, demonstrating the growing demand for locally-made goods. Today, Locally Handmade has become a community hub, offering unique, high-quality products while empowering artisans and providing customers with an unforgettable shopping experience.

Ready to make a difference and build a thriving business?

Why Locally Handmade is a Great Franchise Opportunity

Locally Handmade presents a unique and highly profitable franchise opportunity with a simple business model designed for success. With low overhead, minimal employee requirements, and a well-established brand, this opportunity is perfect for those seeking a community-driven, passion-oriented business. Here’s why Locally Handmade stands out:

Low Product Investment & Creative Freedom

You won’t be required to purchase large quantities of product. Instead, we offer you the flexibility to design your store to reflect your unique style while adhering to our proven layout.

Easy-to-Follow
Systems

Our franchise model is simple and easily implemented by motivated franchisees. It’s designed to be teachable and works for both experienced professionals and newcomers.

Strong Potential for Profitability

With a straightforward concept, strong cash flow, and limited staffing, Locally Handmade offers an excellent return on investment. Our model has been successfully tested across multiple locations, ensuring your success in new markets.

Operationally Sound & Scalable

Our system is designed for efficiency with minimal employees and a manageable workload. Supported by our operational expertise, you can scale your business with ease.

Join a community-focused, profitable business that’s ready to grow.

Franchise Facts

Franchise Fee

$30,000

Estimated Minimum Initial Investment

$118,700 (with franchise fee)

Royalty Fee

4% of Gross Sales

Our Mission

Locally Handmade’s mission is to empower local families by providing them with the opportunity to earn extra income and grow their businesses. Our year-round locations give artisans a dedicated space to showcase and sell their unique handmade products, supporting both their craft and their community.

Our Ideal Franchisee

The ideal Locally Handmade franchisee is someone who is passionate about customer service, highly organized, and driven to achieve sales. As the face of the brand, the owner/operator must excel in direct, face-to-face customer interactions and thrive in a customer-focused environment. Strong organizational skills are essential for managing a small team and ensuring smooth daily operations.

Our perfect candidates are crafters, product designers, retail or sales professionals, entrepreneurs, investors, brand advocates, or even husband-and-wife teams. If you’re someone who values creativity, community, and success, this opportunity could be a great fit for you.

Franchisee Support That Drives Success

Comprehensive Training

Our two-phase training program gets you ready to hit the ground running. From operations to customer service, we’ll ensure you’re fully equipped for success from the start.

Operational Support

We provide ongoing support in key areas like unit operations, maintenance, customer service, product ordering, pricing, and admin – so you can focus on running a smooth and profitable business.

Marketing Support

Benefit from coordinated advertising strategies, consumer marketing plans, and materials designed to help you build your local customer base and increase sales.

The Franchise Process

Introduction

Start by completing our contact form below. Once submitted, we'll reach out to provide more details and answer any initial questions you may have about this exciting franchise opportunity.

Kick Off

Next, we’ll schedule a meeting—either in-person or remote—to review your application, discuss the opportunity, and explore how Locally Handmade can be the perfect fit for you.

Discovery Day

Join us for a Discovery Day at our corporate location, where you'll gain a deeper understanding of our business model, training process, support systems, and marketing tools. This is your chance to see firsthand how we set our franchisees up for success.

Foundational Training

Our leadership team will guide you through a comprehensive multi-phase training program, including two weeks of hands-on training at our store, followed by two weeks of on-site training at your own Locally Handmade store. Plus, you'll receive continuous support as you launch and manage your business.

Get Started

Ready to take the next step? We’re excited to help you get started on your journey to becoming a Locally Handmade franchisee. Fill out the contact form below to begin today!

Ready to Make Your Mark with Locally Handmade?

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Disclaimer

This is not a franchise offering. A franchise offering can be made by us only in a state if we are first registered, excluded, exempted or otherwise qualified to offer franchises in that state, and only if we provide you with an appropriate franchise disclosure document. Follow-up or individualized responses to you that involve either effecting or attempting to effect the sale of a franchise will be made only if we are first in compliance with state registration requirements, or are covered by an applicable state exclusion or exemption.

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