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Side Hustle Ideas That Follow the Season
From October to March, people are shopping for something specific. Make what they’re already looking for.
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Material costs and typical selling prices for popular makes, so you know your margin before you start.
Innovations: 4-in-1 Versatile Craft Machine, Seamless Print-to-cut in One Go.Laser, Blade, Pen, Inkjet.
Innovations: 4-in-1 Versatile Craft Machine, Seamless Print-to-cut in One Go.Laser, Blade, Pen, Inkjet.
Innovations: 4-in-1 Versatile Craft Machine, Seamless Print-to-cut in One Go.Laser, Blade, Pen, Inkjet.
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Side Hustles FAQ
Making and selling personalized products is one of the most flexible options. Custom ornaments, engraved glassware, pet tags and keychains cost little to make and sell year-round, with peaks around Christmas markets, hockey season and wedding season. You can start from a spare room or garage and sell on Etsy, Facebook Marketplace or at local craft fairs.
Most side hustles start as a sole proprietorship, which is the simplest setup. If you operate under your own legal name, many provinces don’t require you to register. If you use a business name, you’ll usually need to register it with your province, for example through the Ontario Business Registry. Keep records of your sales and expenses from day one.
Not right away. You’re considered a small supplier until your taxable revenue goes over C$30,000 in four consecutive calendar quarters. After that, you must register and start charging GST/HST. You can also register voluntarily before then to claim input tax credits on business purchases, such as your machine and materials.
Yes. All self-employment income is taxable, no matter how small. You report it on Form T2125 with your personal tax return. The good news is that business expenses such as materials, equipment and a portion of your home workspace can be deducted, which lowers the amount you’re taxed on.
You can, but you must report all earnings and the hours you spend on self-employment on your EI reports. Earnings may reduce your benefits, and the time you put into your business can affect whether you’re still eligible. Check the rules with Service Canada before you start selling.
Personalized items perform well because buyers can’t get them in stores: custom ornaments, name signs, engraved cutting boards, pet tags and wedding favours. Seasonal designs sell especially well in the lead-up to Christmas. Factor Etsy’s listing, transaction and payment processing fees into your prices so your margin holds up.
It depends on what you want to sell. A laser engraver suits wood, leather, glass and metal products like ornaments, signs and tags. A laser cutter handles thicker materials and larger pieces. A craft machine that combines cutting and printing is ideal for full-colour stickers, cards and felt products. Book a demo if you’d like to try one first.
No. Atomm, xTool’s free design platform, has thousands of ready-to-make templates, plus AI tools that turn a name or idea into a design in seconds. Many sellers start with templates and add their own touches as they go.
