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The Upsides:

The number one benefit for me is ultimate time flexibility. I’ve tracked my actual work hours, and there are a lot of days that I work in 20 minute increments. We have 3 kids. I have a small bladder.

My Co-worker is adorable.

My commute is great.

I really like to find deals on both new and used LEGO® parts and sets.

No pantyhose.

The learning curve was do-able. The basic system was easy. There is a lot to learn about different part types, but it can all be easily looked up, and people on the forums are really helpful. The online selling community always has answers.

I can close my stores at any time and take a break.

When doing my own builds, I can usually find the part I need in my own store somewhere. All nicely cataloged and sorted.

I’ve found a job that I can do while binge-watching Netflix.

The Downsides:

Sometimes I want to talk to ACTUAL people. In PERSON. Who don’t call me, “Mom.” I’ve had to learn to be aware of my own need for social contact and actually plan grown up play dates with people I like to be around. Actually, this is probably a plus.

If I get sick, the orders don’t ship.

Income is not consistent, and I will not get ridiculously rich from my online stores. Unless I find some amazing loot in the bottom of one of these bulk bins….

If you are still serious about your venture, the very first thing you should do, is download and read a short book by Brian D’Agostine called Insider Secrets to Funding your LEGO hobby. Of the several books I started with, it is far and above the best.  The money I spent on it was the best investment I made in my store. 

Thanks for reading. Happy sorting,

Dawn, The Part Tart