In the wake of Russia invading Ukraine, people all over the world are trying to find ways to support those affected.
Donations to charities and relief groups can be great, but many people are also interested in supporting affected individuals in a direct way.
One creative way people have been helping those affected is by purchasing from Ukrainian Etsy sellers — specifically from those who offer digital art or downloads that don't require physical order fulfillment.
In the last few weeks, people across the world have been buying digital prints, cross-stitch patterns, and more from these sellers, and leaving reviews with messages of support.
Unlike physical products, once you pay for digital art, it automatically gets sent to you, and the seller doesn't have to "fulfill" any orders (which they could not do now as shipping has been shut down during the invasion). This way, you get cool, beautiful art, and the seller is able to make passive income during an unthinkably difficult time.
You can find these sellers by filtering for the shop location and searching for "digital downloads."
Others have decorative items like PrintsLandShop, a Ukrainian-owned abstract print shop, that sells gorgeous designs you can print out and frame yourself.
Another product type is downloadable cross-stitch patterns, like these from SoEasyPattern:
One important thing to note is that you need to download the actual item from your order page once you check out; that way the deal can be complete and the seller can receive payment.
So, if you want to help out those in Ukraine but aren't sure how, consider purchasing some beautiful digital art. I mean, who wouldn't want both lovely art and to have their money go to a worthy cause?!
