For many working mums, the option of being able to work from home is like a dream come true. No commuting, being able to work at hours that suit you – be it when your child is curled up in bed and you can get some quiet – and being able to look as glam as you want (pyjamas includhttp://www.motherswhowork.co.uk/wp-admin/post.php?post=45&action=edited)… what more could a busy mum ask for?
Ironing service
An independent ironing service may take on both domestic ironing and small commercial contracts, offering free collection and delivery. You will need to be a skilled and efficient ironer, with knowledge of fabric care. This type of business can be physically demanding, and you may have more custom at certain times, such as over the weekend.
Knitting service
A home knitting service can offer customers a tailored and exclusive garment, with materials of their choice. You can choose to run your service using complex knitting machines or by producing the garments by hand.
Homemade preserves and pickles
A producer may make marmalades, jams, jellies, curds, pickles or chutneys. This type of business can be run on a part-time basis from a suitably equipped domestic kitchen. You may choose to sell direct to the consumer or through retailers. You will need knowledge of the specific food production techniques required.
Homemade cake, biscuit and sweet producer
A producer may make tray bakes (such as flapjacks), cakes, muffins, biscuits, toffee, nut brittle or fudge. This business can be run on a part-time basis from a domestic kitchen. A creative approach to food preparation will be required.
Homemade soup producer
A homemade soup business operates from a domestic kitchen, selling soup either directly to consumers (online or at farmers’ markets) or to intermediaries such as hoteliers and restaurateurs.
Market researcher
A market research business will collect and interpret data on behalf of its client, and may involve the testing of new products, customer satisfaction surveys or opinion research. You will need sound some background in research and may need to visit potential clients to pitch for business.
Translator
A translator translates a text from one language into another. These may include scientific texts, legal documents or novels. The work is ideally suited to working from home. You must be able to express yourself clearly in your native language as well as having an excellent understanding of a foreign language.
Virtual office assistant
A virtual assistant provides administrative support for clients on a self-employed basis. You would work from your own home and communicate through electronic media. Duties typically include telephone answering, secretarial tasks, book-keeping, typing, filing, travel booking and data entry. Working hours are usually flexible.
Typing and word processing service
A typing and word-processing service may provide individuals and businesses with secretarial and editorial solutions such as letters, reports, newsletters, invoices, as well as translating or data processing. Work can be commissioned and delivered via email, fax or post.
Web developer/web designer
Small-scale website designers and developers can work from home with minimal face-to-face contact with clients. A background in web design and development will help when starting out on your own.
Graphic designer
A freelance graphic designer can work from the comfort of their home, but may need to meet with clients to pitch for business and discuss requirements.
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