Idiom:
Pay the piper ( take the consequence )
Hit the book:
On a small scale
Low-commitment
Avenue
Flea market
Discount coupon
Draw up
Map out
Take factor into account
Test the waters by selling your items on a small scale. In the real world, it'd be wise to try selling your products through other, low-commitment avenues (consignment, flea markets, craft shows, etc.) before taking the plunge and starting an entire store. The same is true for selling online. Try selling your items individually on eBay, Craigslist, Half.com and the like. Here's what you'll want to look for