hobbies that make money

Need money? Got a hobby? You may just be able to turn your passion into cash. The possibilities are almost endless and the income potential is limited only by your desire. Below are just a few examples of the numerous hobbies that can bring in the cash.
Arts and Crafts
If you have a knack for creating “treasures”, you have a hobby that makes money. Sewing, candle making, knitting, jewelry making and woodworking are a just a few hobbies that are often used to make money. Selling handcrafted wares at weekend markets, online or at local boutiques and consignment stores are often the most preferred methods for craftspeople.
Collecting
Stamps, posters, baseball cards, celebrity memorabilia, antiques… collectors world wide invest money in goods they hope will increase in value over time. Although timing the sale of collectables for maximum profit is a guessing game, there is still plenty of money to be made in selling collections of almost any sort.
Outdoor Adventurers
If hunting or fishing is your hobby, leading expeditions is a great way to enjoy your hobby while making money at the same time.
Writing
For those who enjoy exercising their creativity through the written word, writing can bring in anything from pocket change to a full-time salary. The days of query letters – and the subsequent rejection letters that all to often follow – are almost a thing of the past. Thanks to the internet, writers (hobbyists and professionals alike) can earn residual income from writing for profit-sharing sites or ghostwriting for blogs and web portals.
Teaching
OK, teaching may not be a hobby for most, but educating others on the ends and outs of your specific hobby offers a wonderful way to earn cash. Teaching belly dancing at a community center, or drawing/painting at a local art store are but a few examples.