# DIY Startup Platforms The I MAKE DIY Platform Received Funding to Enhance Its Marketplace By Daniel Johnson | Published 2020-08-12 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-make References: [eu-startups](https://www.eu-startups.com/2020/06/paris-based-i-make-raises-e1-5-million-to-boost-its-diy-makers-marketplace/) & [i-make](https://i-make.com/fr/) I MAKE, a startup company operating out of Paris, recently was able to [raise €1.5 million in funds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/findinvestor) which will be put toward its [DIY marketplace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinkr), named 'makers.' The funds will directly streamline technical development aspects of the marketplace and content on the platform. The I MAKE marketplace currently lists over 50,000 products created for DIY consumers. In addition to DIY products, the I MAKE platform has a community of [50 content producers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/community-platforms) who share DIY knowledge on the platform. The DIY platform was founded in 2019 by Elodie Abécassis, in order to provide consumers with one place that can handle all of a person's DIY needs. Abécassis also released a statement on the ethos behind launching I MAKE, "That is why I decided to create I MAKE, and propose a website that gathers all the supplies in the same place but also shares tips and inspirations to make everything by yourself." Image Credit: I MAKE ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [New Ventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/newventures) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **DIY Marketplace:** The I MAKE DIY marketplace is streamlining technical development to enhance the user experience and offer a wide range of products for DIY enthusiasts. - **Community-driven DIY Platforms:** Platforms like I MAKE are incorporating a community of content producers to share DIY knowledge and inspire users to create their own projects. - **Centralized DIY Solutions:** I MAKE aims to provide a one-stop-shop for all DIY needs, offering convenience and accessibility to DIY consumers in one platform. ### Where This Applies - **E-commerce:** The DIY marketplace industry, represented by platforms like I MAKE, is changing the way consumers purchase and engage with DIY products, providing a seamless online shopping experience. - **Content Creation:** The rise of community-driven DIY platforms, such as I MAKE, presents an opportunity for content producers to monetize their knowledge and expertise in the DIY space. - **Home Improvement:** Centralized DIY solutions like I MAKE offer disruptive innovation opportunities for the home improvement industry by empowering consumers to take on DIY projects and easily access relevant supplies and resources. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Creator-First Home Improvement Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-depot-creator-portal.md) - [Immersive DIY Conventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-con.md) - [Indie Maker Directories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indiehub1.md) - [Next-Gen Crowdfunding Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indiegogo.md) - [Creative Side Hustle Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rassa-platform.md) - [Product Maker Launch Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microlaunch.md) - [Bespoke E-Commerce Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/packhelp.md) - [Efficiency-Improved Custom Website Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-website-platform.md) - [Micro SaaS Communities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makerstower.md)