Share Your Projects
Share photos and videos of your handmade work, add detailed descriptions and connect with your community.
hello, fellow crafter!
A free craft app and a cozy community
A social platform made especially for craft loversDesigned for everyone who loves handmade things. Share your projects, get inspired and connect with people who share your passion.
- Completely free
- iOS & Android
- Unlimited posts
4.5 App Store rating · 26 ratings
why us?
Why El İşi Dünyası?
Don't get lost in crowded social media. Here, your handmade work meets people who truly appreciate it.
Made for Crafts
It's all handicrafts here, so your posts reach the right audience.
Completely Free
Signing up, sharing, discovering… It's all free!
Sell Your Work
Add your shop links to your profile and showcase your products.
Rewards
Earn ilmek to grow your profile and boost your posts.
what's inside the app?
El İşi Dünyası features
From sharing to discovering, from patterns to giveaways: everything your craft journey needs, in one app.
Photos come from posts shared by El İşi Dünyası users. Discover & Get Inspired
Explore thousands of craft projects, browse by category and see the most-liked posts.
Share Patterns
Share the patterns behind your projects, explain them step by step and inspire other crafters.
Community
Meet fellow craft lovers, follow the makers you like and comment on posts.
- Like
- Comment
- Save
- Follow
Giveaways
Join regular giveaways and win lovely prizes. Winners are picked through a transparent system.
Giveaway ticketEntry with ilmek onlyThe Ilmek System
Collect daily bonuses, spin the wheel and boost your posts to reach more people.
the app's virtual currency
The ilmek system
Ilmek (Turkish for “stitch”) is the in-app virtual currency of El İşi Dünyası. You earn it as you spend time in the app and spend it on your posts and on giveaways.
How to earn it
- Daily bonusDrop by the app every day and collect your daily bonus.
- Spin the wheelSpin the wheel and grab the ilmek luck sends your way.
- Invite your friendsInvite your friends to the app and earn ilmek.
Where to spend it
- Boost your postMake your post more visible in the explore feed so it reaches more people.
- Join giveawaysGet giveaway tickets with your ilmek and grab a chance to win prizes.
No real money involved: ilmek can only be earned through in-app activities. Giveaways are valid in Türkiye only.
good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Something on your mind? We've gathered the most common questions for you here.
What is El İşi Dünyası?
El İşi Dünyası is a free mobile app and community (iOS and Android) for sharing and discovering handmade craft work: knitting, crochet, amigurumi, needle lace (oya), embroidery, punch needle, jewelry and sewing. Share photos of what you make, get inspired by other makers and ask the community when you get stuck.
Does the app cost anything?
No. El İşi Dünyası is completely free. You pay nothing to download the app, sign up, share posts, explore, like or comment. In-app ads and the ilmek system keep the platform sustainable and give you extra perks.
Do I have to sign up?
Yes. To use the app fully, you need to create a free account. Once you've signed up, you can share posts, follow other users, like and save posts, comment, earn ilmek and join giveaways. Guest use (without an account) is limited, and many features require you to sign in.
What is ilmek?
Ilmek is the in-app virtual currency of El İşi Dünyası. You can earn ilmek through activities such as daily bonuses, spinning the wheel and inviting friends (referral system). You can use the ilmek you earn to boost your posts, join giveaways and strengthen your profile.
How can I boost my posts?
You can boost your posts using the ilmek you've earned. Boosted posts are more visible in the explore feed and in related lists, so they reach more people and you have a better chance of getting more views, likes and followers.
Can I sell my products?
There is no direct payment or sales system inside the app. However, you can add links to Shopier, Etsy, Trendyol, your own online store or your social media shops to your profile and send people to those platforms. El İşi Dünyası works as a powerful showcase and source of visitors for your craft shop.
Is there a post limit?
No. You can share an unlimited number of posts. The more quality content you share, the richer your profile becomes, the more likely you are to appear in explore and the more people you reach.
How do giveaways work? Is real money involved?
Giveaways are valid only within the borders of the Republic of Türkiye, and you can only enter with ilmek earned in the app. El İşi Dünyası doesn't let you top up real money, enter giveaways with a credit card or buy tickets directly with money. Giveaway tickets can only be obtained with ilmek earned through in-app activities.
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Thousands of craft patterns, recipes and a warm community are waiting for you. Download the app for free and cast your first stitch today.
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