Selling gift hampers

raggydoll_2

Just wondering whether anyone else has made money doing this?
I was inspired by the hamper thread on here last year and did gift hampers for everyone for christmas that were very well received. I was wondering whether there was a business in selling those sort of hampers. I could do large numbers for specific occasions such as valentines, mothers/fathers day, easter, christmas etc and offer a personalised service to match any budget for other occasions. I would just sell them locally at markets etc to keep it personal business and try to keep the items to locally sourced ones where possible to give me an additional unique edge. What do you think? Has anyone else on here done this that would be willing to share their advice/experience?

lozza1985

Sounds like a good idea - especially with you planning on making them more unique - good luck

Finefoot

I do. I started making them as gifts, and kept being asked to make some by friends, now its one of my sources of income. pm me if you want some info.
market stall definately not a good idea though!

naomi8902

Hi guys I'm so glad you started this thread raggy doll its something I too have been thinking about for a while and will watch this thread with interest!

I have noticed that when searching the web Hampers seem to be very expensive but Ebay ones are cheaper and dont seem to sell that well? -( I may be wrong about them not selling well its only based on a day or two's observation).

I also thought maybe a good idea to advertise locally? playgroups (for new baby hampers), free papers? what do you think?

Any help gratefully received as I dont want to make any up and waste too much money - as I'm assuming you need examples to photo graph ect.

Finefoot

I enjoy doing these, and am happy to pass on info/tips.

s23xy_c

Im going to business gateway to learn how to get this up and running properly.
Like most I started making them as gifts and then was asked to do them for friends etc. It really took off at the end of last year. Would love to do it full time

kezia

This sounds like a fun way of making a bit of money, I would love to do this too.

s23xy_c

It is fun but can take up a load of space and time lol.
Im off out this weekend to see if I can find somewhere local that sells cellophane cheaper than I can get it on ebay and somewhere to purchase baskets.
Good luck everyone
I will post more when I get more info
x

Dizzie77

Have a look for a local Flower wholesaler near you - we have one in Gloucester (which is a long way from you!!) and they sell rolls of cellophane and rolls of ribbon at very cheap prices (they supply the local florists)

Failing that, if you speak to your local florist and find out where theirs comes from, and they might even add a roll onto an order for you....

HTH

s23xy_c

There is a few in Glasgow at the fruit market, will have a look tomorrow, think you need a trade account though.
thanks
x

tru

Dizzie, Catherdral Florists? I use them. Very handy for me - they're within walking distance of my house

They wanted proof of self-employment (I just took a letter from the tax office) and minimum spend is only £10. I didn't need a trade account, I just pay as I shop.