Online magic trick and prop store

Hobbyists, parents buying gifts, aspiring and working magicians, and entertainers who perform at parties and events.

You earn the difference between what you pay suppliers and your shop price on each sale, plus extra from bundles such as starter kits and from add-ons like gift wrapping.

• Knowledge of magic or willingness to learn it
• Basic website and product photo skills
• Customer service and packing orders
• Keeping track of stock and costs

• Check whether you need to register for GST as your turnover grows
• Public liability and product liability insurance are worth checking
• Check Australian Consumer Law rules on refunds and product safety, especially for toys sold to children
• Check that props such as fake weapons or flash and fire items are legal to sell and post in your state
• Do not copy other sellers' tricks, videos or descriptions, as intellectual property can be an issue

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $1,500 to $7,000, depending on your opening stock, website setup and packing supplies. Treat it as a guide and cost your own product range before buying stock.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $500 to $4,000, depending on your product range, pricing and how many orders you get. Hours start at about 8 per week, so it can begin part time.

Check whether you need to register for GST as turnover grows, and look into public liability and product liability insurance. Also check Australian Consumer Law rules on refunds and product safety, whether props like fake weapons or flash items are legal to sell and post in your state, and intellectual property.