Category: Country Guides
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Which European Countries Don’t Have IKEA?
IKEA has an extensive presence in Europe, but there are several countries that still don’t have any stores. Countries that aren’t listed amongst IKEA’s official markets include: IKEA also previously operated in Russia but no longer does. Does Every EU Country Have IKEA? Almost. Malta is the only country out of the European Union’s 27…
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What Are Popsicle Sticks Called in the UK?
In the UK, popsicle sticks are known as ‘lolly sticks’ or sometimes ‘icy lolly sticks’. Sticks intended for crafts might be labelled as something like ‘wooden craft sticks’. If you want to buy sticks specifically for a craft project, you can look for ‘wooden lolly sticks’ or ‘craft sticks’. Is A Popsicle the Same as…
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What is the Australian Equivalent of Trade Me? 4 Alternatives
If you’re moving from New Zealand to Australia, you might be looking for an equivalent to Trade Me. Unfortunately, there is no one-to-one Australian equivalent of Trade Me. Instead, Australians tend to use a combination of marketplaces to sell their second-hand items, depending on what they want to sell. eBay Australia, Facebook Marketplace, and Gumtree…
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Is Hobbycraft in Ireland?
British craft chain Hobbycraft currently has no stores in the Republic of Ireland, although it does have stores in Northern Ireland. Are There Hobbycraft Stores in the Republic of Ireland? No, as of 2026, there are currently no physical Hobbycraft stores in the ROI. The chain also doesn’t deliver there. Is Hobbycraft in Northern Ireland?…
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Does Hobby Lobby Sell in Canada?
No, Hobby Lobby currently has no presence at all in Canada. The company neither has physical retail locations, nor does it deliver to Canada, either. Hobby Lobby operates exclusively in the United States as of 2026, in the 48 contiguous states (in other words, not Alaska or Hawaii). However, Canadians looking to buy craft supplies…
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Is Moksi Only For South African Sellers?
Yes, as of 2026, it appears that Moksi appears to be intended for South Africa-based sellers. If you’re looking for alternatives to Etsy and come across Moksi, you may be wondering whether this marketplace is available to you. Unfortunately for sellers in the UK, US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, it appears that Moksi may…
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Folksy or Etsy: Which Is Better For UK Craft Sellers?
If you’re based in the UK and wanting to sell crafts online, you may have heard of the British marketplace Folksy and wondered if it would make a better place to sell your items than Etsy, which is becoming something of an oversaturated market place. Of course, everyone knows Etsy, but is Folksy any better?…
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Can You Sell Craft Supplies on Gumtree Australia?
Yes, as a general rule, craft supplies are allowed on Gumtree classified ad marketplace in Australia. However, some items are restricted, due to being unsafe. You can list your items under categories such as Crafts and Home & Garden. You are probably better of selling low-value items as a bundle, rather than individually, to make…
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Where Can You Sell Handmade Crafts in New Zealand?
If you’re located in New Zealand and want to sell your handmade crafts online or in person, you have a few different options. In this guide, we will compare the best websites for selling your creations, as well as other, non-internet options. NZ Specific Marketplaces Felt Felt is designed to be a place where Kiwis…
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What is the UK Equivalent of Hobby Lobby?
If you live in the UK and have read US-based articles that suggest you buy supplies at Hobby Lobby, you may be wondering what your nearest substitutions are. Hobby Lobby is an American retail chain based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. It does not currently operate in the UK. It seems that the closest equivalents to…
