Rolling Into Action: Prototype Testing Begins at Sure Treats! 🎲

Greetings once again everyone! Stuart here — founder, dice hoarder, and chief mischief-maker at Sure Treats.

I’m beyond excited to finally share what’s been cooking behind the scenes! Over the past few weeks, I’ve been busy commissioning bespoke prototypes for our upcoming range of tabletop RPG accessories and dice. The photo below gives you a sneak peek — fresh off the press, featuring our shiny new Sure Treats logo!

Each prototype has been designed with love, late-night brainstorming, and a lot of dice rolling. I’ve been play-testing everything with fellow adventurers, goblin-slayers, and roleplayers to make sure we only bring forward high-quality, player-approved gear. The goal? To create accessories that aren’t just beautiful on the table, but feel amazing to use — the kind of stuff that makes you grin when you reach for it.

Right now, I’m gathering feedback, taking notes, and (let’s be honest) occasionally getting distracted by how cool the prototypes look under the light. Once I’ve narrowed down the fan favourites, we’ll be gearing up for mass production — so your next session might just feature some Sure Treats of your own.

If you’re as excited as I am (or just love drooling over shiny dice), keep an eye on our blog and upcoming socials. I’ll eventually be sharing updates, polls, and sneak peeks as we refine the lineup. Your input could help shape what ends up on every adventurer’s table!

Thanks for coming along on this early part of the journey. Here’s to critical hits, good company, and gear that’s always a sure treat!

Catch you in the next update,
– Stuart.

The majority of prototypes commissioned and tested over the past few weeks. What tickles your fancy?

Our eBay Store is Now Live!

I’m excited to announce that Sure Treats has officially launched our brand-new eBay store is now live!

Whilst this is just starting out, and our first range of products are more on the simple and classic side, but this is just the beginning.

What You’ll Find Right Now

We’re currently stocking a selection of RPG dice sets and dice accessories — ideal for Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, Vampire: The Masquerade, Cyberpunk, and other tabletop RPGs. Think polyhedral dice in a variety of colours for the time being, which are the essentials to get your character rolling in no time.

If you're looking for straightforward, dependable dice sets to start your journey (or to grow your collection), we’ve got you covered.

Where We're Headed

While our current range is intentionally basic to keep things accessible, we have big plans ahead. Over the coming months, we’re looking to expand into more unique designs, higher-quality materials, and exclusive accessories that you won’t find just anywhere. Custom dice, themed sets, and handcrafted items are all on the horizon.

I want Sure Treats to become a name synonymous with quality, creativity, and a little bit of gaming magic.

Check Us Out

👉 Visit Our eBay Store Here (https://www.ebay.co.uk/str/suretreats)

Whether you're a seasoned Game Master or just dipping your toes into the world of RPGs, we’d love for you to check out what we have in stock. Every purchase supports a small, growing business—and helps Sure Treats to get closer to creating the kind of truly exciting products I can’t wait to share with you.

Thanks for stopping by, and stay tuned — there’s so much more to come!

- Stuart
Treat yourself. Roll something great.

🎲 Following the Dream: How Growth Lancashire Helped Sure Treats Level Up

The past couple of blog posts have described of why Sure Treats was born. It’s an idea built on passion, community, and the joy of discovering something unexpected (and let’s be honest, who doesn’t love a bit of treasure?).

But as exciting as it was to start my own business, it was also extremely daunting. There’s a lot to think about when you decide to go out on your own — everything from business plans to pricing to marketing.

That’s where Growth Lancashire came in.

Learning the Ropes (and Rolling the Dice)

Over the past few couple of months, I’ve had the chance to attend a series of workshops with Growth Lancashire, including:

• Funding & Financial Planning for Your Startup

• Unlocking Your Vision & Offer

• Know Your Numbers – Pricing, Costs & Margins

• Marketing & Sales Essentials for Your Startup

• Connect, Converse, Convert: The Power of Social Media for Business

Each session has been genuinely eye-opening. The advice and insight shared have changed the way I think about Sure Treats — not just as a business, but as something that can grow, evolve, and make people smile along the way.

Growth Lancashire have been nothing but supportive, friendly, and knowledgeable. They’ve helped me see new opportunities, refine my ideas, approach challenges with confidence and consider things I never would have done previously.

Why I’d Recommend It to Others

If you’re someone who’s been thinking about starting a business — especially after years in employment — I can’t recommend looking into local business support enough.

Your local council might offer free workshops, mentoring, and resources just like Growth Lancashire does. It’s well worth checking out — not just for the practical advice, but for the encouragement you get from being around others who are starting out too.

Sometimes, all it takes is a bit of guidance (and a nudge in the right direction) to turn an idea into something real.

Moving Forward

I’m so grateful for the help and knowledge I’ve gained through Growth Lancashire, and I’m even more excited for what’s next for Sure Treats. There’s still plenty to learn, but that’s all part of the adventure — and just like a good tabletop campaign, the journey’s half the fun.

If you’re based in Lancashire, you can find out more at their website:

https://www.growthlancashire.co.uk/

I'm sure different counties across the UK will also offer something similar, if you are based elsewhere.

So here’s to new beginnings, bold ideas, and rolling for success!

— Stuart.

Building My Online Presence (Watch This Space!)

Hey everyone,

Thanks so much for checking out my blog and joining me on this journey! If you’ve read my first post, you’ll know that I’m just getting started setting up my business in which I aim to sell role-playing accessories through eBay, along with dabbling in Amazon FBA for other cool, profitable finds.

Now that the wheels are turning, I'm working on building up my online presence so you can follow along, get updates, see new products, and hopefully join in on the fun.

🎲 Socials Are in Motion!

I’ve already set up Instagram and TikTok, as will as reactivating my LinkedIn which will need to be updated – so if you're into behind-the-scenes peeks, new stock drops, or just want to see what I’m working on, give me a follow! I’m sharing bits of my journey, little snippets from the world of tabletop games, and of course, updates on what’s available in the shop.

Next up: I’m in the process of setting up a Facebook page, which will make it even easier to stay connected, ask questions, and maybe even get involved in some future giveaways (yep, that’s the plan!).

🧭 Check Out My Linktree

To keep things simple, I’ve pulled everything together into one handy linktree: [linkt.ree/suretreats] (don’t worry, I’ll keep it updated!).

You’ll be able to find all my socials, shop links, and anything else important there:

🔮 What’s Next?

There’s plenty more to come. I’ll be sharing updates, stories from my selling adventures, product highlights, and maybe even some thoughts on running a small business in this niche space. So, stay tuned, and definitely watch this space – things are just getting started!

Thanks again for all the support so far – whether you’ve made a purchase, followed a page, or just stopped by to read, it all means a lot. 😊

Catch you in the next post!

– Stuart.

Sure Treats Linktree

Website is now lIVE!

Hello everyone,

Thank you for visiing my website.

After months of planning (and a fair bit of second-guessing), I’ve finally taken the leap and launched my own business website to support my growing online ventures — one niche, one broad — and both exciting in very different ways.

I wanted to share a bit about the journey, not just for anyone thinking of doing the same, but also to document the process for myself. Because if there's one thing I've learned, it's that every step — even the small, messy ones — matters.

My eBay Store: Where Passion Meets Profit

Let’s start with the heart of it all — my eBay store, which is dedicated to something I’ve loved for years: role-playing game (RPG) accessories.

Whether it’s Dungeons & Dragons dice sets, handmade miniatures, spell cards, or custom DM screens, this is the stuff I live and breathe. I’ve spent years playing RPGs and spending time within the passionate and welcoming community, and finally realised: why not turn that passion into something more?

Whilst my eBay store is not fully set up yet, the real challenge will be curating products that felt true to the role-playing community. Whilst it would be easy to say that I do not want to just resell generic stuff — I want to offer gear that players would feel excited to use on game night.

I’ve started looking sourcing unique items from creators and suppliers, and even looking at how I can make some of my own custom pieces in the future, should this be successful. It’s early days, but the journbey so far has been incredibly inspiring.

The Amazon Store: A Different Kind of Adventure

While eBay is my creative outlet, Amazon is where I’m putting on my business brain. Here, I’m focusing on profitable reselling — trending items, seasonal stock, clearance finds — anything that moves and makes sense, mostly within the UK, and especially targeting logistics and deliveries in the North West of England, where I’m based.

The research involved here is intense, and it is still in it’s early days. It’s not glamorous, but I’ve found my research so far strangely intriguing. It’ll be rewarding cracking the code on a product, buying smart, and watching it sell.

I am still in the process of fully establishing my Amazon store and finding profitable products to sell on that platform. Watch this space!

Why the Website?

Now you might be wondering — if I’ve looking to sell via eBay and Amazon, why go through the hassle of creating a dedicated business website?

Simple: control and credibility.

My site will serve as a central hub — a place to tell my story, share blog updates like this one, feature hand-picked products, and eventually offer direct sales outside of big platforms. It's also a way to eventually start building a brand rather than just selling under someone else’s.

I’m using the website to:

• Share behind-the-scenes content (like this post).

• Connect with local customers and suppliers.

• Promote new RPG gear and custom items, if they become available.

• Test the waters for exclusive website-only deals.

It’s still in early development — a bit like a Level 1 character — but I’m excited to see how this levels-up.

Looking Ahead

This journey has been a mix of passion-fuelled creativity and data-driven hustle — and weirdly, I love both sides of it. One minute I’m testing new dice designs, the next I’m deep in spreadsheets comparing shipping rates.

I am under no illusion spell that this is going to be a long road ahead. I'm still learning how to juggle everything, especially marketing and logistics. But launching these three platforms — eBay for RPG accessories, Amazon for profitable products, and my own site as the anchor — feels like the right foundation.

If you’re thinking about starting something similar, here’s my best advice: just start. Sure, you'll make mistakes, but every order, every click, and every lesson gets you closer to something real.

Thanks for reading — and if you’re into RPGs or just love small business journeys, feel free to drop a comment or connect. I’ll be sharing more updates as things grow.

Until next session,
Stuart.