Online gift wrap and packaging store

Gift buyers, craft sellers, small online shops, florists and hampers makers who need packaging in small quantities.

Margin on each product sold, with higher order values from bundles and bulk packs for business customers. Sales peak around Christmas, Mother's Day and other gifting seasons.

• Choosing products that sell
• Basic online shop setup and photos
• Stock tracking and packing orders
• Customer service

• You need an ABN, and GST registration once your turnover reaches the threshold, so check with the ATO
• Rolls and boxes are bulky, so check postage costs before setting prices
• Check council rules if you store stock or pack orders at home
• Licensed characters and brand designs can't be copied, so check suppliers hold the rights
• Public liability and stock insurance are worth checking, and Australian Consumer Law applies to refunds and product claims
• Demand is very seasonal, so plan cash flow for quiet months

Startup costs are typically around $2,000 to $8,000, depending on how much stock you buy, your online shop setup and packing supplies. These are estimates, so check them against your own product range.

Monthly revenue is typically around $600 to $3,000, depending on your range, pricing and how many customers you reach. The estimate starts from about 8 hours a week. Demand is very seasonal, so plan for quiet months.

Check that you have an ABN and when to register for GST with the ATO. Check postage costs for bulky items, council rules on home storage, whether suppliers hold rights to licensed designs, insurance, and Australian Consumer Law on refunds.