Q: Are there any items that I cannot sell on the Silk Purse Guild?

A: Yes, there are certain items that are not permitted for sale on the Silk Purse Guild. Please see the list below for specifics:

Food Items: The sale of food items is not permitted unless the seller provides the relevant legal and health and safety documentation.
Greetings Cards: Greetings cards must be professionally produced and feature the seller's original artwork.Exceptions for charity fundraising with greetings cards are considered on a case-by-case basis and require approval.
AI Generated Artwork We do not accept AI-generated artwork. Sellers wishing to submit such work must seek approval, which will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Digital Goods and Patterns: The sale of digital goods or patterns is not supported on our platform.
Copyright and Trademarked Goods: The sale of goods that infringe on copyright or trademarks is strictly forbidden.

For more details or if you have any specific queries about what you can sell, please contact us directly via our support channels.

Question 2

Who can join the Guild?

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Q: Who can apply to open a shop on the Silk Purse Guild?

A: Any small handmade business based in the UK is welcome to apply for a shop on the Silk Purse Guild.

We are devoted to supporting makers, artists, and creatives, and we are continuously on the lookout for high-quality products and artwork. If you believe your goods meet our standards of excellence and you're enthusiastic about joining a community that celebrates UK craftsmanship, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, simply fill out our application form HERE - APPLICATION TO JOIN THE GUILD. We look forward to seeing you on the Inside!

Question 3

International Customers and Sellers

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Q: Does the Silk Purse Guild sell to international customers or offer shop space to creatives outside the UK?

A: The Silk Purse Guild is dedicated to serving UK-based customers and creatives exclusively. We do not currently offer international sales through our platform or shop space to individuals based outside of the UK.

However, if you are an international customer interested in purchasing products from one of our shops, we encourage you to reach out directly to the individual sellers. You can find a complete list of our stores by clicking HERE - STORE LIST.

Each store features a contact form located at the top left, allowing you to communicate directly with the shop owner regarding potential purchases and shipping arrangements.

Question 4

Selling Fees

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Q: How can I find out about your current membership prices?

A: Our current membership prices are readily available on our website. To view them, please click on the following link: MEMBERSHIPS. This will take you directly to the section where you can review the various plans and pricing details to find the option that best suits your needs.

Q: How do I apply to open a shop on the Silk Purse Guild?

A: Applying to open a shop with the Silk Purse Guild is a straightforward process. Simply complete the online application form here:APPLY TO JOIN THE GUILD.

Once submitted, we will send all the necessary information directly to your inbox within 3 working days. This will include the next steps to take, membership details, and how to set up your shop.

Question 5

Can I search for a particular Seller?

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To track down your favourite stores, the easiest way is as follows:

From the home screen, head to STORES LIST via the navigation bar at the top of the screen -

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Once inside, you will find a full list of all of our fabulous Guild members. Click on the BLUE FILTER button, and a menu will open to reveal a search bar.

You can now type in the business name of the store your wish to locate, easy!