Think about not doing things readily available elsewhere for very little money. Christmas stockings sold everywhere, always on clearance after Christmas. Pincushions do not usually sell; however a few that enhance your antiques in otherwords look like period pieces may sell also they could be used year around. Do a few Holiday pieces, tabletoppers in holiday designs brighten up tables, dressers anything with a flat surface. Do some for other holidays also, you can change as seasons.
A basket or metal washtub set on an angle can hold extras.