Want to turn a hobby into a side hustle? Start with what you’re already good at. It’s easy to see other people making bank in their side hustles and think “I can definitely do that.” While you’re never too old to learn something new, be it coding or photography, diving into a new skill for a side gig can be stressful, risky, and cost lots of money — your writer spent $380 learning how to make very wobbly, unsellable pottery. If you choose a side hustle based on what you’re already skilled in, you can focus on turning it into a profitable business. If you’re a pro at knitting or have a background in sports, maybe you can start an Etsy shop or become a paid coach for a local team. And before you say you’re not good at anything, any hobby can be made into a side hustle. One Reddit thread describes the experiences of people who have turned all sorts of hobbies into side gigs — from cleaning businesses to web games and even beekeeping.