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Is there something you enjoy doing when you’re not working? What is your go-to hobby when you have extra leisure time to spare?
If you have been asked multiple questions about your hobby, consider turning it into a profitable side hustle.
I had received many questions for years about how to start a business, what type of accounting software to use, how to keep track of bookkeeping and more. However, it took me a long time to realize I could make money using my knowledge.
Profitable hobbies can be as big or as small as you would like them to be. With the power of the internet, social media, e-commerce, and other marketing tactics, you can easily grow your business.
The biggest takeaway from my experience is to tell you, DON’T WAIT!
So, what’s stopping you? If you are reading this article, you must be looking for ways to make money.
Just for you, I put together a list of profitable hobbies you could turn into extra income.
Arts and Crafts
When I hear the word arts and crafts, I think of elementary school, but the truth is arts and crafts range from paintings, ceramics, pottery, blown glass, and much more.
Only selling arts and crafts at fairs and craft markets is outdated. You can sell your craft on eBay, an e-commerce store, Etsy, and local hobby shops.
Other ways to create profitable hobbies with arts and crafts are:
Teach an Online Course
Create Prints From Your Paintings and Drawings for Unlimited Sales
Create a How-to E-Book
Babysitter
Is babysitting for friends and family your forte?
Advertise yourself to families in your neighborhood and the local community. List yourself on websites like care.com so clients can find you and your services.
Profitable hobbies don’t always start easy. Here are some extra steps you can take to get noticed as a babysitter:
Get references from those who know you and trust you
Take a CPR and First Aid course
Learn about Anaphylaxis and how to recognize it (This is normally due to life-threatening allergies from peanuts, bees, etc.)
Bake Animal Treats
Baking comes in all shapes and forms. Do you enjoy making treats at home to give to your fur family?
If you have created a treat animals love, create an additional income!
Create an e-commerce store, sell at local fairs and events, and visit local animal shops to inquire about displaying your product on their shelves.
Blogging
You are currently on my blog reading this post. My website is a blog providing information on bookkeeping, tax preparation, personal finances, income tips, and more.
Is blogging similar to writing? Yes. However, blogging can make you extra income by sharing information on topics you know about.
Learn how to start a blog by reading How to Start a WordPress Site Using SiteGround.
A blog makes additional income with ads, affiliate marketing, courses, PDFs, e-books, and more.
Learn more about How to Make Money Using Your Blog here.
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Buy and Sell Items
Not everyone has to be good at making or creating things. If you have a niche in finding good deals when you shop, then consider buying and reselling items to turn a profit.
Coaching
Do you have an expertise that will benefit others? Why not consider becoming a coach?
Coaches are an inspiration to those who need it. People do well with someone on their side. Therefore, guiding those who need it allows you to help others.
Types of coaching include:
Career Coaching
Personal Life Coaching
Relationship Coaching
Skills Coaching
Cooking
Make a profit by turning great cooking skills into a business.
Opportunities to make money with cooking include:
Catering
Food Blogging
Meal Prep Service
Online Food Service
Drop Shipping
Are you interested in car parts, shoes, home goods, or other items you can drop ship to customers?
Become a dealer and drop ship goods to customers. My previous article How to Make Drop Shipping Work for Your E-Commerce Store will give you more details on drop shipping.
Shopify offers free e-commerce templates which are easy to work with. Shopify works with various social media platforms and apps. You will find Shopify makes selling online simple.
Ways to get customers to buy your goods:
Advertise on Social Media
Start an E-Commerce Store
Use Email Marketing
Fitness Instructor
Take your fitness routine and turn it into a profit by helping others who need support with their fitness and health.
Do you have experience, certifications, or a degree related to fitness and health? I suggest using your knowledge and become a personal trainer, health and wellness coach, fitness consultant, dietitian, or massage therapist.
You can also create an online course your students can follow at their own pace.
Gardener
A green thumb allows you to create a profitable income by working as a gardener.
Gardeners help others by caring for flowers, bushes, shrubs, and trees. Gardening also includes removing weeds and leaves and trimming hedges and bushes.
Handmade Embroidery, Crochet or Knitted Items
Similar to selling your arts and crafts, make money from embroidery, crochet, or knitted items. Consumers love homemade gifts and personalized gifts.
Transform your hobbies into profitable hobbies by selling your craft on Etsy, craft fairs, markets, or an e-commerce store.
Jams and Jellies
Profitable hobbies come in all varieties, which is why I’ve included jams and jellies in this list.
I’ve tasted some wonderful jams and jellies people have made; therefore, I know marketing them can be profitable.
Places to sell jams and jellies include:
Bakeries
Farmers Markets
Festivals
Gourmet Stores
Restaurants
Jewelry
Is making pieces of jewelry a hobby of yours? Why not turn it into income?
Like many other hobbies you can sell jewelry in places like Etsy, consignment boutiques, craft shows, Facebook Market, home parties, and social media.
I suggest using Canva to create eye catching designs for your social media feeds. Canva has templates you use to advertise on Pinterest, Instagram, Facebook, and more.
Photography
Take all those pictures you’ve taken and make some money!
Sell your photos online using sites like SmugMug Pro and Shutterstock, or build a website.
Capture a special occasion for others and advertise your expertise as a freelance photographer in your area. Offer to take photos of weddings, birthdays, and group events.
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Repair Person
Are you constantly fixing things for yourself and others? Become a repair person for those who need help!
Advertise yourself by word of mouth, during neighborhood association meetings, or on neighborhood social platforms.
Sell Baked Goods
I grew up with a love of baking. I’m not great at decorating, but I can make some tasty brownies, breads, cakes, and more. If you have a baking specialty, why not earn money from it?
Here are some services to offer:
Cater Parties
Sell Holiday Baked Goods
Deliver Baked Goods to Local Customers
Start an Online Baking Subscription
Social Media Manager
Social media managers help businesses succeed in marketing on social media. If you are good with analyzing data and social media tools, why not help others achieve their dreams?
I use Tailwind as my go-to social media scheduling tool. I currently use Tailwind to schedule my Pinterest pins – I love it!
Visit my article How Tailwind Helped My New Blog to find out how it helped me grab followers from Pinterest.
YouTube Channel
Is your current love of talking about a specific niche making you a big hit on YouTube? Turn your passion for sharing with others on YouTube into an income.
Apply for the YouTube Partner Program to begin monetizing your account. Visit YouTube support for more information.
Website Creator
Website creation is a talent you can easily increase your income with. Many business owners need well-designed, eye-catching websites.
Ways to make money as a website creator:
Build Your Website and Show Off Your Talent
Create a Course and Teach Others
Create a Business Profile on Google
Promote on Upwork
Writing
Make money as a freelance writer by writing for websites and blogs.
Start a portfolio with pieces of your writing and share your portfolio with potential clients. For more information on How to Become a Freelancer with No Experience, visit my article.
You can easily put your bookkeeping on a schedule with my Bookkeeping Simplified Guide. Get free access!
Thoughts About Turning Hobbies Into Profitable Hobbies
Anyone can make money with a side hustle; it is just a matter of putting your mind to it. Sell goods online or offer a specific service in your local area.
Diving into the world of making money changes the enjoyment of a hobby. Be sure to create income from a hobby you will enjoy for a long time.
In addition, designate personal time for yourself by picking up an additional hobby. Working multiple jobs, marketing yourself, and learning about being a business owner is more work than you might think; therefore, designate time for yourself.
With any business venture, there is burnout. I regret not blocking out more time for myself when I started my new business.
Here are some articles you may find useful in your journey:
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- What Does Work-Life Balance Mean to You?
- 10 Benefits of Bookkeeping in Business
- 3 Necessary Actions for New Small Business Bookkeeping
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Very useful list! This is very informative.
Thank you!
I generate some income through blogging, but am glad to learn some new ways from your post. Thanks for sharing this post.
Always happy to hear positive feedback!