Online wholesale shop for handmade goods

Independent gift shops, boutiques, florists, cafes and gallery shops around Australia.

You earn the margin between maker price and wholesale price, or a commission on orders shipped direct from makers.

• Online shop setup
• Product photography or sourcing images
• Email marketing
• Building relationships with makers

• An ABN is needed, and check when you must register for GST
• Check what the product and consumer safety rules are for the types of goods you sell
• Agree in writing who is responsible for faulty or damaged goods
• Website and platform fees can eat into margins, so test with a small range first
• Public liability and product liability insurance

Startup costs are typically around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on your website platform, how much stock you hold, your photography and your insurance. These are estimates, so test with a small range first.

Monthly revenue is typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on how many retailers order, your range and how often they reorder. This is revenue before platform fees, maker payments and shipping costs.

You need an ABN, and you should check when to register for GST. Check the product and consumer safety rules for the goods you sell. Agree in writing who is responsible for faulty or damaged goods, and check insurance.