I'm a hobbyist woodworker and I've converted my one-car garage into a workshop, although the space is limited. A couple of years ago, I used to sell made-to-order projects on Facebook Marketplace, like reception desks, mini fridge cabinets, various coffee tables, and outdoor furniture. I noticed that trying to offer a wide variety of items can be inefficient. It often leads to needing new tools for different projects or tackling big jobs in a confined space. I'm thinking of specializing in something specific to improve the quality and turnaround time of my work—maybe coffee tables. I'm really curious to hear what items sell best for you and are profitable, especially in a small space. I'm open to suggestions for larger items if they're in demand too. I already have some insights from Google about things like wooden utensils and cutting boards.
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I've had the most success selling various types of wands! My moderately priced ones with a bit of curve tend to move quickly. Exotic wands are fun to make but don't sell as fast. I've noticed that items priced around $20-30 generally get more attention, even if they're simpler. It may not be as exciting as the intricate projects, but it’s effective!
I create replicas of the elemental stones from The Fifth Element, and those fly off the shelf! After that, my finger-jointed Mario Bros power-up boxes are also quite popular. Vertical chessboards do well, and surprisingly, my giant twenty-sided dice are a hit too! If you're looking for unique items that stand out, these might be worth considering.