Home-Based online jeweller

Gift buyers, people wanting something personal or custom, and locals needing a repair done by someone they can talk to directly.

Sales of finished pieces, plus custom work and repair fees. Many owners start part-time and build repeat customers through reviews and word of mouth.

• Jewellery making, repair or sourcing skills
• Photography and social media
• Customer communication and pricing

• Running a business from home may need council approval, so check with your local council
• Public liability and product or stock insurance, including cover for customers' items while in your care
• Australian Consumer Law: check the ACCC rules on accurate descriptions, refunds and guarantees for online sales
• Safe storage of valuables, since customers' pieces are at risk of theft and loss
• Tools and fumes: keep workshop ventilation and safety equipment in order if you solder or polish

Startup costs are typically around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on your tools, materials, stock, website and photography. These are estimates only, so decide whether you will make or source pieces and cost your starter range.

Monthly revenue is typically around $500 to $3,000, depending on your products, pricing and how many orders you win online and at markets. That is revenue before materials and costs, so treat it as an estimate only.

Check whether running a business from home needs council approval, and arrange public liability and stock insurance, including cover for customers' items. Also check ACCC rules on descriptions, refunds and guarantees, safe storage of valuables, and workshop ventilation if you solder or polish.