Handbag market stall

Market visitors, tourists and gift shoppers who buy on impulse after seeing the products in person.

You sell at retail prices above your wholesale or handmade cost. Income depends on the stall fee, the market's foot traffic and how many days you trade.

• Friendly face-to-face selling
• Eye-catching display setup
• Basic stock and cash handling

• Market operators often require public liability insurance, so check their rules
• Check whether your council or the market needs a permit or trader registration
• Weather can cut a trading day, so plan for wind and rain
• Avoid counterfeit designer goods, which can breach trade mark law
• Register for GST once your turnover reaches the threshold

Startup costs are typically around $2,000 to $8,000, depending on the stock you buy and how you set up your stall display. These are estimates, so start with a modest range and check market fees before committing.

Market operators often require public liability insurance, so check their rules. Check whether your council or the market needs a permit or trader registration, avoid counterfeit designer goods, and register for GST once turnover reaches the threshold.

Monthly revenue is typically around $600 to $3,500, depending on which markets you trade at and how often. Weather can cut a trading day. Plan on at least about 8 hours a week. These are estimates only.