We all want to be our own boss, work our own hours and have all the perks of running our own business, however, sometimes becoming an entrepreneur seem impossible. You want to start big, forgetting that starting small can be just as beneficial. Whether your dreams of being an entrepreneur is halted due to financial limitations or because you’re a stay at home mother, there are many ways to keep you occupied while moving towards your career aspirations.
Etsy Startup Ideas
Etsy is a viable option for those who love arts and crafts, as well as an abundance of imagination and creativity. There’s a market for anything and everything on their homepage, and so you are presented with a wealth of options. If you’re considering your own Etsy shop, but need help finding the perfect niche, continue reading below.
Jewelry
Many people sell their own jewelry on Etsy; therefore, your own pieces must be unique and of good quality. If you have a history of making rings, necklaces and bracelets, then the competition may be fierce. You will, however, have a good chance of creating a following and making regular sales.
If you’re a beginner, then make sure to enroll in a few jewelry making courses. If you practice the art of jewelry making, and end up making high-end pieces, you could end up like successful jewelers Sofia Zakia.
Etsy is also a popular platform for people to make and sell fandom related jewelry. Therefore, if you’re a Potterhead, a Tolkienite or a follower of The Hunger Games, then you’ll find your fandom-related jewelry prove to be incredibly popular. Make sure your designs are unique, as there are many Etsy shops who copy each other’s designs.
Greeting Cards
There’s a card for every occasion, and so, your greeting card business will always be in-demand. Make your cards unique and charming; have a collection for each occasion. Instead of grasping too many straws, consider having a theme. If you enjoy creating cute cards which feature fun foods with googly eyes and a pun, you’ll tap into a specific marketing and grow a certain following. Slogans like “lettuce celebrate” and “udon know how much I love you” will always go down well.
When starting your greeting card business, you will need to ensure all your supplies are in order. Seek companies that offer wholesale craft supplies so you never have to worry about running out of paper and envelopes.
Vintage Clothing
Etsy is also becoming a hub for people to sell vintage clothing. Some people will go thrifting and find items of clothing for them to turn a profit online, while others will purchase clothes and adapt them, so they become one of a kind. Therefore, Etsy can be the perfect place for you to showcase your fashionista capabilities.
Gifts for Bookworms (Sold by Bookworms)
Etsy is usually the first place people turn to when finding a gift for a bookworm. From jewelry and personalized bookmarks to candles that smell of a specific novel and merchandise identical to those mentioned in the prose. You can be as imaginative and inventive as you please, however, the spectrum is quite broad you may have to hone in on what specific items you’re going to sell. If you’re an artist, then drawing bookmarks might be best for you; if you love mixing perfume then creating an aroma that matches a novel’s protagonist is ideal for you.
