These are the best things to sell this holiday to make an extra income by the side.
Christmas is the best time of the year to start a side hustle. Christmas is the time when you can make a whole lot of money by the side if you start your side hustle early.
You can start selling a product as early as October or, at the latest, in November, and make good money by the side.
Are you ready to turn this holiday season into an opportunity for extra cash? Look no further, these are seven extraordinary items waiting to be sold, each holding the potential to bring in an additional $3,000 to your wallet.
Join us as we explore these unconventional yet lucrative treasures, perfect for those seeking a festive financial boost during this merry time of year.
6 Unique Items to Sell This Holiday For an Extra $3k
Sell DIY scented candles In Vintage Containers
Selling DIY scented candles can help you make a whole lot of money. You only need to learn how to package them beautifully and attractively so that women can find them beautiful enough to buy them and also gift them to their friends.
Christmas is one of the best periods of the year when women are more intentional about their self-care and are willing to go the extra mile to get it done.
Items you will need
Vintage teacups or small containers
- Candle wax flakes or pellets
- Candle wicks
- Scented oils (e.g., cinnamon, pine, vanilla)
- Double boiler or microwave-safe container
- Stirring stick
How to make your scented candles
Melt the candle wax in a double boiler or microwave, following the manufacturer’s instructions.
Add scented oils to the melted wax and stir gently.
Place the wick at the center of the teacup and secure it in place using a wick holder or by wrapping it around a stick balanced on the teacup’s rim.
Carefully pour the melted wax into the teacup around the wick.
Allow the candle to cool and harden completely before trimming the wick.
Sell Customized pillows
You can make customizable pillows and sell them during this holiday. Your customizable pillow should reflect the celebration of the season, which is Christmas. You should try as much as possible to ensure you DIY your pillow to look very appealing and adorable So much so that anyone who sets eyes on them wants to get one immediately.
instructions to make
Buy white floppy pillows from your favorite dollar store shop and start customizing them. You can get designers or crochet makers to design unique Christmas decor for your pillow.
Sell customized skin care kits
A good way? To make extra income, sell customizable skin care kits. This kit could contain a wide range of products that you can use on your face, skin, feet, teeth, and even your hair.
These days, women are looking for different ways to make their lives easier, self-care easier, and ways to streamline every form of activity.
If you can help them practice self-care as quickly as possible, they will definitely be your go-to seller.
instructions to make
You can start your self-care kit by having a body scrub, a foot scrub, and a good-smelling shampoo. Do not forget to include lotions, hair brushes, and perfumes.
Hand-Painted Ornament
There are countless types of holiday ornaments that you can make and sell that would actually be very very profitable. I have had Opportunities to sell the diy candles, earrings, necklaces, leg chains and even home diy decor.
Materials you will need
- Plain glass or plastic ornaments
- Acrylic paints
- Paintbrushes
- Ribbons or hooks for hanging
instructions to make
Clean the ornaments to ensure the surface is free from any dirt or residue. Use acrylic paints to hand-paint intricate designs, patterns, or festive scenes onto the ornaments. You can get creative with various colors and themes.
Let the paint dry completely. Attach a ribbon or hook for hanging the ornaments.
Customized Holiday Mugs
Mugs mugs mugs… the holiday is all about mugs. You need a mug while you are snug in your duvet watching a program or reading a book. You need a mug in the office. A mug is literally the one thing you’re going to wake up holding every single day during the holiday cold.
Items you need
Plain ceramic mugs, Oil-based paint markers, and oven
Process to make
Clean the mugs thoroughly and ensure they’re dry.
Use oil-based paint markers to draw holiday-themed designs, names, or quotes on the mugs.
Let the paint dry completely for a few hours.
Bake the mugs in the oven according to the paint marker’s instructions to set the design permanently.
Knitted Coasters or Mug Warmers
Materials to buy
- Knitting needles
- Yarn in festive colors
- Scissors
- Yarn needle (optional)
Process to make
Choose your preferred knitting pattern for coasters or mug warmers (e.g., simple garter stitch, cable knit, etc.).
Cast on stitches according to the size you desire for the coaster or mug warmer.
Follow your chosen pattern and knit until you reach the desired length.
Cast off and trim the yarn, leaving a tail to weave in using a yarn needle if needed.
Make a set of coasters or mug warmers by repeating the process.
These DIY items can be customized with personal touches, making them great unique products to sell during the holiday season!
