Online craft supplies and kits shop

Hobbyists, makers, parents, teachers and gift buyers who want supplies delivered to their door.

Profit on each item sold, with higher margins on bundled kits you design yourself. Repeat customers and subscription-style kit boxes can add steady orders.

• Knowing your craft niche well
• Product photography and listings
• Stock tracking and packing orders
• Customer service

• Register for GST/HST once you pass the small supplier threshold, and check how provincial sales tax applies to your sales
• Shipping costs across Canada can eat into margins, so test rates before setting prices
• Check whether you need a home-based business licence from your municipality if you store stock at home
• Check supplier terms on minimum orders and rules for selling craft kits with small parts or children's items
• Commercial general liability insurance, especially if you sell kits for children

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $1,500 to $8,000, depending on your opening stock, how many kits you assemble and your website setup. Check supplier terms on minimum orders before buying stock.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $500 to $5,000, depending on your niche, product range and how well you reach hobbyists. Test shipping rates first, since shipping across Canada can eat into margins.

Check GST/HST registration once you pass the small supplier threshold, and how provincial sales tax applies. Also check for a home-based business licence if you store stock at home, and rules for kits with small parts or children's items.