Regulations on selling handmade items

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Hiya all you great money savers,
I have been making various craft items for my grandchildren and friends for several years now and would like to start selling them.
The thing that worries me is how the various regulations will affect me. I have done loads of online searching to try to find out what rules I need to follow and if I need to notify anyone but can only find American help! As I’m in England that’s not helpful at all!!
I know I need insurance but do I also need to contact trading standards or get my things tested in some way🤔. I make hair bows, door plaques, decorated sea shells and various other decorative items.
I’m looking at selling on Etsy, Facebook and possibly at craft fairs.
I have been making various craft items for my grandchildren and friends for several years now and would like to start selling them.
The thing that worries me is how the various regulations will affect me. I have done loads of online searching to try to find out what rules I need to follow and if I need to notify anyone but can only find American help! As I’m in England that’s not helpful at all!!
I know I need insurance but do I also need to contact trading standards or get my things tested in some way🤔. I make hair bows, door plaques, decorated sea shells and various other decorative items.
I’m looking at selling on Etsy, Facebook and possibly at craft fairs.
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https://www.gov.uk/guidance/product-safety-advice-for-businesses
I would say for anything pretty much standard like shells, rocks and plaques just get them listed and don't over worry yourself. If you feel there is any danger to the public with what you are selling or your unsure then calling trading standard won't hurt and they can put you in touch with certain bodies that do the relevant checks on products but be aware these can be costly and time consuming.