Submit the item you’re most proud of
Applications are open until 3 August.
The Etsy Design Awards celebrate the creativity, craftsmanship, and originality that make Etsy unique. This year, Etsy sellers can apply with any item from any category. We’re looking for what’s new and next on Etsy, from emerging designers and curators to longtime sellers who have been raising the bar.
Submit the item that best represents your work for an opportunity to be recognised by our judges and featured across Etsy marketing and press.
Check out the 2026 Etsy Design Awards Seller Guide for more info.
Submissions will be open from 14 July 2026, at 12:01am ET (5:01pm GMT+1), until 3 August 2026, at 11:59pm ET (4 August 4:59am GMT+1).
*Submission terms apply.
The prizes
This year, we’ll recognise 150 finalists. From this standout group, 15 winners will be announced. Here’s what they’ll receive:
1 Grand Prize Etsy Design Award Winner*
Chosen by Trend Expert Dayna Isom Johnson and Lisa Bühler
$25,000
USD cash prize
Plus Mentorship with an Etsy expert
1 People’s Pick Etsy Design Award Winner*
Voted on by the Etsy community
$5,000
USD cash prize
13 Additional Etsy Design Award Winners*
Chosen by Trend Expert Dayna Isom Johnson and Lisa Bühler
$1,500
USD cash prize
The prize winners and 150 finalists will receive:
- $100 USD Etsy Gift Card
- Finalist Shop Badge
- $50 USD Etsy ad credits
- 50 listing credit
- Promotion on Etsy’s marketing channels, including social media, blog, email, and an Editors’ Picks page
- Direct access to Etsy for quick-and-easy support
*All award winners will also receive:
- A Winner Shop Badge
- Features across Etsy marketing channels, including social media, email, and curated shopping experiences.
Meet the Judges
Returning judge Dayna Isom Johnson is back, joined by Lisa Bühler, founder of Lisa Says Gah.
Dayna Isom Johnson
Dayna Isom Johnson has been with Etsy for over a decade! As our resident judge and Etsy Trend Expert, Dayna keeps her finger on the pulse of the hottest trends in our community and beyond, constantly seeking out original decor, accessories, gifts, and more from the sellers you need to know.
Lisa Bühler
Lisa Bühler is the founder and CEO of Lisa Says Gah, the independent fashion brand she started in San Francisco in 2015. Built on the belief that getting dressed should feel expressive, Lisa Says Gah creates clothing that feels like wearable art, designed to be loved for years and make you want to say “Gah!” out loud. Eleven years later, Lisa continues to lead the brand’s creative vision. Known for original prints, artist collaborations, and a cool, nostalgic point of view, Lisa Says Gah remains proudly independent and founder-led, with retail shops in San Francisco and Los Angeles.
Photo credit: Peden+Munk
Meet Past Award Winners
Cristina López Saucedo of Dionne Rêve
Designer Cristina creates jewellery that tells a story, evident in her winning design: a shell-shaped charm that says “toda pasa,” meaning everything passes.
Nuzar Merve Özkan of GorilMarket
The 2024 Grand Prize winner, Merve transformed a simple tablecloth into a deeply personal work of art through hand embroidery.
Maria Gabriela Duque Albornoz of MarigabyDesigns
This US accessories designer won in 2023 with a bag made from vegan cactus leather, proving that sustainability and style go hand in hand.
Tim Stevenson of WeAreLunarium
Based in the UK, this forward-thinking designer snagged the 2022 Grand Prize Etsy Design Award for his geometric art that’s the perfect addition to any wall.
Candice Luter of ShopCandiceLuter
This US interior designer specialising in bold fibre, glass, and macramé arts won in 2021 thanks to a mirror that’s a reflection of her creative spirit.
Adrian Pool, Martinus Pool, and Anne Tranholm of AdrianMartinus
This Canadian design trio spotlights repurposed wood in their creations, and their sideboard featuring doors made with old skateboards won in 2020.
Sian Zeng of SianZeng
This London-based wallpaper artist and design enthusiast created dino-inspired wallpaper that’s magnetic, and won the very first Etsy Design Award Grand Prize in 2019.
Tips for a stronger submission
A few ways to put your best listing forward:
Tip 1:
Your listing should have high-quality images with a cohesive aesthetic to showcase your brand. Visit the Etsy Design Awards Seller Guide for detailed application tips
Tip 2:
Learn how past finalists picked which listing to submit – and what they learned by participating – in a case study on the Seller Handbook.
Tip 3:
Follow @Etsysuccess to hear from previous Etsy Design Award winners and stay up to date with the latest tips and information.
FAQs
What are the Etsy Design Awards?
The Etsy Design Awards is Etsy’s global awards programme. Honouring the work of sellers from around the world and across multiple categories, The Etsy Design Awards celebrate Etsy’s global community of creative entrepreneurs and shines a spotlight on their unique talents. From 150 finalists, one seller will be crowned the Grand Prize Etsy Design Award Winner and one seller the People’s Pick Award Winner, while 13 additional winners will be given Etsy Design Awards.
When does the application for the Etsy Design Awards open?
Sellers can submit their application to enter the Etsy Design Awards beginning on 14 July 2026.
Are sellers around the world able to apply?
To be eligible to submit an item for consideration, Etsy sellers must be a legal resident of the fifty (50) United States, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Japan, Lithuania, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, or Vietnam. Visit our submission terms for more information on eligibility.
Why are there no categories this year?
Based on seller feedback, we’ve removed categories from the application to make it easier for even more sellers to participate. Sellers can apply with any item in any category. Simply submit the item that best represents your shop and the work you’re most proud of.
Can I submit more than once?
You may submit once for each of your shops. We recommend choosing the item that best represents your talents.
Can I edit my submission?
Yes, you’ll have an opportunity to review your submission, but you must complete your submission when you start it. You won’t be able to save it or return to it.
What are the submission dates?
Submissions will be open from 14 July 2026 at 12:01am ET (5:01pm GMT+1) until 3 August 2026 11:59pm ET (4 August 4:59am GMT+1). Finalists will be notified in early-to-mid September and award winners will be announced in November 2026.
What criteria must I meet in order to apply?
To qualify for an eligible submission, you must meet the following criteria:
- Your shop has at least four listings.
- Your submitted item has a minimum of three photos.
- You’re the owner of the shop and are submitting yourself (please don’t enter on another shop’s behalf).
- You’re only submitting one submission per shop.
- Your shop and items comply with Etsy Guidelines and Etsy Seller Guidelines.
- To remain eligible after applying, your shop will need to be open (and not in holiday mode) for the entirety of this campaign, until 31 December 2026.
- If your item is vintage or one of a kind, we require that you put this item on hold from the time you enter until finalists are announced in September. If your vintage or one-of-a-kind item sells during this period, your submission becomes null and void.