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Do any of you sell things that you have made?

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Thinking of starting a hobby making stuff that I can then sell on.
Any of you do this? What do you make? Do you do it full time?

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  • Jo_F
    Jo_F Posts: 1,780 Forumite
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    I sell the jewellery and accessories that I make, can't make a full time job of it as things like the mortgage etc need paying. But am hoping to generate more sales.

    I sell via my website and by doing craft fairs.
  • jessicamb
    jessicamb Posts: 10,446 Forumite
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    I dont think anybody would want to buy anything I made unfortunately :rotfl:

    Good luck with your search though - make sure that you have covered off any safety requirements etc if necessary.
    The early bird gets the worm but the second mouse gets the cheese :cool:
  • System
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    Used to make small craft items (mainly jewelry). Good for making a few extra quid, but generally competition is fierce (especially on Ebay). Selling at posh craft fairs is expensive, but often worth it. Made most money selling to family/friends/colleagues.
    This is a system account and does not represent a real person. To contact the Forum Team email forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com
  • soolin
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    Don't forget to register with HMRC within 3 months of starting otherwise there may be penalties payable.
    I’m a Forum Ambassador and I support the Forum Team on the eBay, Auctions, Car Boot & Jumble Sales, Boost Your Income, Praise, Vents & Warnings, Overseas Holidays & Travel Planning , UK Holidays, Days Out & Entertainments boards. If you need any help on these boards, do let me know.. Please note that Ambassadors are not moderators. Any posts you spot in breach of the Forum Rules should be reported via the report button, or by emailing forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com.All views are my own and not the official line of MoneySavingExpert.
  • Jo_F
    Jo_F Posts: 1,780 Forumite
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    I'm all registered and I even have proper insurance, now all I need is to actually sell some stuff :(
  • soolin
    soolin Posts: 74,142 Ambassador
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    Jo_F wrote: »
    I'm all registered and I even have proper insurance, now all I need is to actually sell some stuff :(

    Therein lies the problem!

    Ism't it always that way, you get all set and then a recession comes along :(
    I’m a Forum Ambassador and I support the Forum Team on the eBay, Auctions, Car Boot & Jumble Sales, Boost Your Income, Praise, Vents & Warnings, Overseas Holidays & Travel Planning , UK Holidays, Days Out & Entertainments boards. If you need any help on these boards, do let me know.. Please note that Ambassadors are not moderators. Any posts you spot in breach of the Forum Rules should be reported via the report button, or by emailing forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com.All views are my own and not the official line of MoneySavingExpert.
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