Do you need quick cash but lack ideas on how to start a side hustle to get it? If YES, here are 50 best products to sell and make money this Christmas.
We all know that Christmas is around the corner and the anticipation continues to grow as the most festive occasion in the world draws closer. Indeed a lot of businesses bloom during this festive season and that is why these seasonal business ideas are worth considering.
Note that with such business ideas in mind, you get the chance to plan ahead of time to meet customers’ demand. Christmas is one of the holidays that create huge business opportunities for smart investors and entrepreneurs who are ready to grab them while the season lasts. From greeting cards and gifts to wears, a lot of products sell very well.
If you are a focused and dedicated person, then you can make money off the yuletide by leveraging some of the many business opportunities that come with it. We all know that every year there are selections of products that sell like crazy during Christmas.
All the way through November right up to the last second on Christmas Eve these products are in huge demand and most of the time the supply actually falls way short.
So if you are interested in making good profits this Christmas period, we suggest you read on as we list and briefly explain 50 products you can sell.
Best Products to Sell and Make Money this Christmas
- Clothing
We all know that Christmas is a time where everybody wants to show their fashion sense. Even our little kids are eager to show off and are even more engrossed when it comes to that. We believe that you can start now to plan on how to go about this business.
Start first by finding out who to order from. Remember that you have to decide on a niche and plan accordingly if you want to be successful in this business. Truth is, this business will make you lots of money this upcoming festive period.
- Sell your unused items
Find time to look at your closet, garage, bookshelf, and everywhere else, chances are that you will find loads of items you no longer need, but are still in very good conditions. You may not believe there are a lot of people out there who need those items badly and are ready to buy them from you at a price.
- Video Games
The most lucrative audience to target during Christmas are kids. In this new age and with the advent of technology, the main hype is video games. You need to understand that the newer the game, the more buyers you are going to get.
Do not forget to list older games as well. There will be people who have waited for the hyped up prices to go down to buy the older ones, so while you may have to lower your prices for these older games, you will still have an audience.
- Selling Unbranded Accessories
We believe that this is a very simple concept. The idea is for you to just source compatible accessories from China that perfectly complement the hot selling product, something that will really add to it and allow people to make the most out of their purchase.
Genuine/original accessories can often be overly expensive and that’s where your unbranded offering comes in, to fill a gap in the market.
- Electronics
You need to understand that Christmas is the time parents decide to spend on that phone or that game console for their children as gifts or surprises. So you will definitely have an audience. Electronics include: phones, tablets, laptops, mp3 players, game consoles, etc.
- Pokemon Moon or Pokémon Sun
A lot of people won’t believe it or might want to say otherwise but we strongly believe that no one grows out of their phase in Pokémon, and the newest releases are packed full of nostalgia to make people spend hours reminiscing their Christmas happily.
- Kitchen Appliances
There are people who enjoy cooking, and kitchen appliances are one of the best things to receive during Christmas. A state-of-the-art blender or a set of stainless steel mixing bowls is an absolute jewel to those who love the culinary art.
To kick it up a notch, molecular gastronomy kits are one of those things that people will want, but do not exactly need, so chances are, it is a perfect gift for Christmas. Note that during this time, people will be getting ready for family dinners and just celebrations in general, so almost all items of the kitchen will be sought after, including good cutlery, plates, and serving platters.
- Cookies
We strongly believe that gourmet bakery products are one of the best things to sell during Christmas. During Christmas season people tend to love eating delicious hot cookies directly from the oven to ward off the cold weather.
If you are having trouble with what business you can try out during Christmas, then this is the time you start making extra money out of your baking skills. Not everyone can bake in their respective homes, so starting this lucrative Christmas business idea will mean you are out earning some dollar during Christmas.
- Makeup
We can all attest to the fact that girls of nearly all ages take their makeup seriously and will surely receive or give them as gifts.
This is why you can never go wrong selling makeup during the holiday season. It is important to make sure, however, that the makeup is new. Used makeup will not get any buyers as it is unhygienic and not something that should be used, let alone given as a gift.
- Perfumes
One of the best perfume-related items to sell is those sample sets. From our research, we were able to find out a product where users can try out several new perfumes and then if they take their favourite one to the store, they can redeem it for a full bottled version. The more sample-like, yet plentiful the product is, the more buyers it is likely to get during the holiday season.
- Handcraft Items
For individuals who can craft anything at all and have some design qualities, or are creative with designs, then this is a time when you can create things like stockings, shawls and sell online.
Have it in mind that Christmas period often sees an explosion in the sale of stockings which is mostly used to stock gifts over the fireplace or a shawl or even gloves due to the cold hard weather. Selling your crafts could be a booming business for you this period.
- Holiday Decorations
One of the earliest signs of Christmas is people putting out decorations on their lawn and adorning both the interior and exterior of their homes.
We believe that these decorations include, but are not limited to wreaths, an inflatable Santa or snow globe, holiday lights, and seasonal candles for the home. Also things such as wrapping paper, tissue paper, stockings, and ribbons will definitely be in high demand.
- Poultry Meat
Thousands of poultry animals like chickens and turkeys will go through the knife as we celebrate Christmas. Chickens need to stay 3 to 4 months to mature, which is why you need to plan yourself accordingly. You can also plan on selling only frozen poultry meat. All you have to do is get a supplier, a shop and a deep freezer. Those who will engage in this poultry business will make lots of money no doubt.
- Toys
A lot of children in the united states will love to have their own toy this period. This business has the potentiality to make you a millionaire if you start with a big finance.
Children can joke with lots of things, but definitely not a toy. We suggest you start by trying to find out where you can order them, find out the required amount and where to sell. If you start this business, you’ll face the New Year with lots of money in your account.
- Fireworks
You may be surprise to see this product in this list but it’s a very lucrative business. If you have not been able to make money since this year began, you can make it this December. In this business, you can double your capital in just a day. The demand for fireworks usually flies off the chart during Christmas period. Don’t allow this opportunity to slip by.
- Christmas Cards Business
Indeed the Christmas season is a season where people share, exchange love and give out greeting cards. This is why the Christmas card business is usually lucrative during this period.
Christmas card business however has niches, whatever the niche you feel would be okay for you in the business; be it selling witty Christmas cards, romantic Christmas cards, wishes cards or mixture, you should just go with it. It is a lucrative Christmas business idea.
- Food Salads
For most people, the sole idea behind Christmas is to eat like you’ve never eaten before. Salads won’t see the end of the day as long as the season is still ongoing. Also no family in the United States jokes with salads, especially during the festive period. We suggest you find a supplier and plan on how to go about this business and make money this Christmas.
- Backpacks
We all can agree that backpacks will be needed by lots of people who will be traveling for the holidays. If you have backpacks for sale at affordable prices, you will make money. A lot of websites will give you the chance to design your own backpack, although it would be costlier at the end of the day than just buying backpacks from the market or from online stores.
We believe that social media makes everything interesting these days so you can sell your backpacks online using your social media channels.
- Selling potted plants
Selling potted plants during Christmas period is a very good business that can help you make extra cash. If you start the plants out as seeds and raise them into decent-sized plants, you can get a sizable return on your investment. Note that the bigger you grow the plant, the more you will be able to sell it for.
If you choose to sell potted plants, you need to start by finding out what works best for you, you will be able to get the most money for your time invested. Visit local nurseries to get an idea of which plants are popular in your area. You want to sell plants that are popular with the public to maximize your sales.
- Coffee
Christmas is usually accompanied by cold weather and this often results to people consuming more coffee compare to before. Why don’t you start your own little mobile coffee and drive around target business centres; with this you have a big chance at making extra money for yourself during Christmas time.
- Cosmetics
We believe there is never a bad time to sell cosmetics. This is because a lot of people buy them all year round. Individuals are always on the lookout for better cosmetics than the ones they are used to. This is where you can make money.
We suggest you go for cosmetics that are less common but better than the ones in the market. Then start sampling your products for all to see and buy. Also, if you have a large supply of a particular cosmetics brand, you can approach retailers and cosmetics to see how you can sell your products through them.
- Wreath Maker
A huge number of doors do have a well-designed wreath on it during Christmas. The reason is that; a wreath is often seen as a tradition when celebrating Christmas.
Indeed a wreath might look so easy and simple, but not everybody can make them and since it is affordable, most people enjoy buying it rather than making it themselves. This is such a laudable business idea for Christmas time that could bring you some dollars as a smart and innovative entrepreneur.
- Souvenirs
This product is a very nice idea since there will be weddings, house-warming, etc. How you are able to sell this depends on how creative you are in designing gift items. There are manufacturers online who can help you with this. They have many designs which are not common here.
When you get the gift items you think will sell, use your contacts and relatives to spread the word about your products. Again, meet retailers and gift shops around you to discuss how they can help you sell your products.
- Hot Soups
We cannot deny how important hot soups are during the Christmas periods. Arriving home from work and having hot soup can bring such a relief. Since this is usually a season where the demand for hot liquid is on the increase; then this is a good time for you to make money.
Have it in mind that you might need to promote your hot soup business in offices as this is where most of your clients are likely to be at. You might need to deliver it to them in their offices or at a certain period at home.
- Beverages
We believe that a lot of families buy them for Christmas travels. But just like other provision items, beverages are fast-moving consumer goods.
They sell a lot but the profit margins are almost always poor compared to other items. If you don’t already have a provision store, you should be very careful in buying this one. One thing is for sure though, beverages sell like wildfire on and off-season.
- Eggnog Business
In most places, Christmas celebration is deemed irrelevant without taking eggnog. Indeed this tradition might be slowly fading away because of few people engaging in the tradition. As an enterprising entrepreneur, this is a good business opportunity for you.
But you have to make sure that you promote your eggnog business well by passing out fliers in apartment buildings and other residential places. You could offer a delivery service or have them come and pick it up at your store if you have one.
- Drinks
Wines, beer, water, beverage drinks, health drinks, and many other kinds of drinks are good for festivities, relaxation, outings, name them.
You can set up a bar or a wines and spirits shop. You can also import drinks and supply to market sellers. You can do a lot of things. There is money to be made in this. Then again, like all things, make sure you have a ready market so that you don’t end up drinking all of it yourself.
- Jewelleries
We believe that Christmas time is usually that season when mothers will love to get some beautiful jewellery for their daughters or friends, and to some extent, husbands for their wives, mothers, daughters or friends.
You need to understand that the jewellery business is a wide one making it easier for you to decide whether to venture into making simple jewelleries or the larger ones that are complicated and expensive. Take up this business and thank me later.
- Coconut oil
Coconut oil is fast becoming a trend these days. It was once the most searched item on Google Trends. A lot of people are now understanding its health and beauty benefits; if you sell coconut oil, you will make money. Note that you can set up a shop online or sell on social media.
We suggest you try to invest a little cash into branding and packaging your products to give it a more appealing look. Branding will also get people who like your product to contact you and buy more.
- Motivational books
Motivational books are always fast sellers. People need motivation to prepare themselves for the coming year. Not only that, more people read now, or try to read, than those who don’t. Note that you can make more money by finding books people are willing to read but not able to find. A lot of books are more common and readily available than others.
- Selling Used Snowboards
We all know that snowboards are used during the Christmas period and though it might be a fading sport, it still has the vibe that once made it the sport of the century. There are still a lot of people that are interested in using the boards during Christmas. When going into this business, you need to be located in a strategic spot where clients are likely to see and patronize you.
- Air mattress
We can’t deny that mattresses take up a lot of space for travellers especially if they are traveling for a short event. But air mattresses are inflatable; which means they can be carried in a small bag to your destination. You can inflate them when you need to use them.
Note that air mattresses are just as comfy and sound as the mattress you are used to and it’s very easy to transport. Campers and short holiday travellers will appreciate this a lot. You will find more than a few willing buyers of air mattresses if you sample them for sale. Because air mattresses are not popular in many places, you can sample them first and then buy when you get an order.
- Organic Lip Balm
During winter, the cold tends to dry up our lips and make them chapped. Lip balm helps to lubricate and soften the lips.
Make sure that you have as many flavours as possible and promote your organic lip balm business both online and offline. Bear in mind that starting a Christmas business might just turn out into a full-growing business if you are quite focused on it, especially if you choose a business that you have great passion for.
Have it at the back of your mind that the more organic the product is, the more chances you have of people liking them. But like all things, you don’t need to produce these yourself. There are people who produce them but don’t know how to sell. Your job will be to find them and help them sell their product.
- Glasses
Anyone who’s current with fashion industry trends will undoubtedly know that glasses are trendy, fashionable and lucrative. We believe that you can buy glasses online in any quantity and sell on any platform you choose. You can even also have your brand name printed on the glasses.
It helps to know what type of glasses your customers will need. It also helps to choose the best advertising platform and get maximum exposure to your products.
- Selling party products
Indeed people hold parties all year round, especially during festive periods like Christmas so there will always be customers wanting to buy these products. This means you don’t have to worry about a seasonal slump in sales or a loss of interest over time.
This business is very nice because the products are small and lightweight, making them easy to store and cheap to ship. This allows for better profit margins, because you’re not spending as much on shipping or storage costs. Also remember that there are various niches to choose from, so you can target a specific market such as children’s parties, milestone birthdays, or engagement parties etc.
- Weight loss products
A lot of people in the United States, especially women, embark on an emergency, intensive weight loss program. They are ready to settle for any product that can produce instant results.
So if you have effective weight loss products (supplements, workout videos, workout tools, workout wears and accessories, etc.), your opportunities to make money are huge. So get your products out there and drive all the traffic in the world to them.
- Smartphone Projector
With the growing technology age, people now give their loved ones a portable cinema in a box with a Smartphone Projector. Made from a cardboard and designed to look retro, Smartphone Projector films turn anything from YouTube videos to Vines into cinematic masterpieces.
However, it needs a really dark place to work and it’s dim. And there are more sophisticated projectors if you liked the idea but want more effective results.
- Food supplements and vitamins
We all know how important vitamins and food supplements are in our lives. Supplements and vitamins will always sell. The only problem could be selling them in isolation because people usually buy these things from drug stores. If you are importing them or you subscribed to a Multi-Level Marketing network, it could help to approach drug stores and supermarkets to explore the option of sampling your products there.
- Vases
Flowers are given as a sign of love and goodwill during festive periods, especially Christmas. They also make a house or an office inviting as it brings nature indoors. Polished and refined vase is a fast moving product to sell and they can be used all year round and for many years to come. People tend to appreciate this gift for so many reasons and people will always give them during Christmas.
- Mobile phones and accessories
It might be difficult to buy these in small quantities and sell unless you are already a dealer. But it is worth looking into because phones and accessories sell like wildfire this time of the year. Some considerations for phones to sell will include battery life, camera/picture quality and cost.
- Car air fresheners
Car air fresheners are good as souvenirs/gift items or means of advertisement. If you approach companies/businesses, you can make a deal with them where you produce car air fresheners in their brand name. Not only that, you can produce your own car air fresheners and sell. Everybody loves their car to smell nice.
- Candlesticks and Votive
How about Candlesticks and Votive? Candlesticks and votive are incredibly decorative and inviting. These décor items give sophisticated feel to a space. The lights create a relaxing and comfortable feel, which is beneficial to the mind and body.
These products tend to sell very well at this time of the year, because of the beauty it adds to festive decorations. Opulent candlesticks and votive come in different shapes, colours and sizes.
- Green tea
Just like any other health products, you might get better results by selling tea products. But if you have plans to start an e-commerce shop, then you are better off having other products people might also like to buy. You can order several good Green tea brands from many websites and business forums. Remember to test your market with a little quantity before you jump in with both feet.
- Carry-on Luggage
We all know that the Christmas period is filled with travelling and visitation, what product can sell fast like a bag to help people transport their loads in an easy and stylish way. For instance, Tumi Alpha Lightweight is durable and spacious.
Its standout features include four 360-degree wheels, attractive bumper sides, and a variety of interior pockets and straps. Tumi will even monogram it for you for free in addition to providing a universal tracking number. Another Rimowa Salsa Air is a lightweight hard-sided case that comes in a lot of colors.
- Hampers
Gift hampers make a great sell during the festive season. This period is a time for giving gifts and showing appreciation, so a basket of beautifully loaded hampers would net you a great income this season. You can package hampers that suit a variety of niches.
- Wireless earphones
We can all agree that this product is a fast seller especially among young trendy people. There are many designs and sizes you can choose from and there are many channels you can sell on, both online and offline.
- Organic beauty products
In this age, beauty products are becoming popular because of the increasing demand by men and women who want to look better as they age. We believe that beauty products sell very fast through word of mouth marketing. For this reason, you need to make sure your products do what you say they do. If people lose trust in your organic beauty products, your business is finished.
- Green dog feeder
Green dog feeder is basically a dog bowl which mimics grass so that the dog cannot finish his food in ten seconds flat. It might sound impossible but it was quite an ingenious product and became very popular when it was first released. People are now understanding the need for this product and the demand is growing wildly in the United States especially as we approach the Christmas period.
- Shoes
In this business you may decide to focus on a single niche like men, women, kids, sandals, etc., or you combine all of them, there is always a ready market for good shoes. Also have it in mind that you can make the shoes yourself but you don’t have to if that is not your area of skill.
We suggest you simply have an arrangement with a shoe manufacturer and you sell them either online or offline. You can also import your shoes and sell.
In Conclusion, the Christmas season comes once in a year, but it comes with a lot of opportunities. A lot of people often think of having fun, going for a holiday and completely relaxing from the stress gotten all year round from school, work and business.
While most people see this as the only chance to rest and bond with their families, others see this period as a time to make money that might tide them till after the Christmas break.