Online custom stamp and wax seal maker

Small businesses, clubs and societies, crafters, wedding planners, stationery lovers and private customers wanting a personal seal.

You charge per item, with extra for custom artwork, rush orders and gift sets. Repeat orders from businesses and clubs help keep income steadier.

• Basic graphic design for artwork proofs
• Careful, accurate hands-on work
• Clear, friendly customer communication

• Customers may ask for logos, crests or names they do not own, so check you are not copying trade marks or protected designs
• Check whether laser or engraving equipment needs extra safety measures such as fume extraction
• Avoid making anything that imitates official, government or notary seals, and check the rules if unsure
• Check your landlord, mortgage lender or council if you plan to work from home and post parcels regularly
• Check consumer rules on personalised goods, returns and delivery, and get suitable insurance

Startup costs are estimated at typically around £1,500 to £6,000, depending on the equipment you buy, your materials and how you set up your online shop. Insurance and packaging are worth including in your budget.

Monthly revenue is estimated at typically around £400 to £2,000, depending on your product range, how many orders you take and how well you market online. Treat these as estimates rather than guarantees.

Check you are not copying trade marks, logos or protected designs customers ask for. Check whether laser or engraving equipment needs fume extraction, avoid imitating official or notary seals, and check landlord, lender and consumer rules.