E-commerce Solutions
Professional e-commerce solutions for businesses in London and across the UK. Whether you need a quick Shopify setup to start selling fast, a custom-designed online shop that reflects your brand, or a self-hosted solution with complete control – I'll build an e-commerce experience that works for your business and your customers.
Shopify Setup
quick start for your online shop
prices start at
£1500
Get your shop online fast with a professionally configured Shopify store using a premium theme. I'll handle the technical setup, product uploads, payment integration, and basic customisation to match your brand. You'll be ready to sell within days, not weeks.
Custom Shopify
bespoke theme tailored to your brand
price of a typical project
£4500
A fully custom Shopify theme designed and developed specifically for your business. Stand out from cookie-cutter shops with unique design, tailored functionality, and seamless shopping experience. You'll get Shopify's reliability and ease of use with a completely distinctive look that reflects your brand's personality.
Self-Hosted Shop
complete control over your shop
price of a typical project
£6500
Built with Kirby CMS and custom e-commerce functionality, giving you complete ownership and control without monthly platform fees. Perfect for businesses that want unique features, full data ownership, or integration with existing systems. More complex than Shopify, but infinitely more flexible for your specific needs.
Process
Brief — We'll start by discussing your products, target customers, and business goals. Every e-commerce project is different – whether you're launching your first shop or scaling an existing business, I'll ask questions to understand what you need and how best to achieve it.
Platform Selection — I'll recommend the best platform for your needs – Shopify for speed and reliability, or a self-hosted solution for maximum control. We'll discuss the pros and cons of each approach so you can make an informed decision.
Estimate — Once I understand your requirements, I'll send you a detailed quote with pricing, timeline, and a clear breakdown of what's included – from platform setup to payment integration and launch.
Design & Development — For Shopify setups, I'll configure a premium theme and customise it to match your brand. For custom projects, I'll design and build a completely bespoke shop tailored to your specific requirements. You'll see progress throughout and provide feedback at key stages.
Product Setup — I'll help you organise your product catalogue, set up collections, configure shipping options, and integrate payment gateways. If you need help with product photography or copywriting, I can assist with that too.
Testing — Before launch, I'll test the entire shopping experience – from browsing to checkout – across different devices and browsers. I'll also test payment processing to ensure everything works smoothly.
Launch & Training — Once everything is ready, I'll launch your shop and walk you through how to manage products, process orders, and handle day-to-day operations. You'll feel confident running your online business from day one.
Ongoing Support — After launch, I'm available for updates, troubleshooting, and ongoing maintenance. Whether you need to add new features or just need help with something, I'm here to support your growing business.
FAQ
Shopify is reliable, secure, and handles all the technical complexity for you – hosting, security, payments, and updates. It's perfect for businesses that want to focus on selling rather than managing servers. You'll get a professional shop up and running quickly, with built-in tools for marketing, analytics, and scaling. For most businesses, it's the smartest choice.
A custom theme makes sense if you want a completely unique look that stands out from competitors, need specific functionality that premium themes don't offer, or have a strong brand identity that requires bespoke design. If you're happy with a professional look and standard features, a Shopify setup with a premium theme is more cost-effective and faster to launch.
Shopify is a hosted platform – you pay monthly fees, but they handle hosting, security, and updates. Self-hosted means you own everything and control your data, with no monthly platform fees beyond hosting costs. Self-hosted is more flexible for custom features and integrations, but requires more technical maintenance. Most businesses are better off with Shopify unless they have very specific requirements.
A Shopify setup can be live in 1–2 weeks, depending on how many products you have and how quickly we can gather content. Custom Shopify themes typically take 6–8 weeks. Self-hosted solutions take 8–12 weeks due to their complexity. I'll give you a realistic timeline with your quote.
Yes. I offer copywriting services for product descriptions, category pages, and shop content. For product photography, I can recommend trusted photographers I've worked with, or we can discuss alternatives like lifestyle images or graphic approaches depending on your products and budget.
For Shopify, you can accept all major credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and various local payment methods through Shopify Payments or third-party gateways like Stripe. For self-hosted shops, I typically integrate Stripe for card payments. We'll discuss the best options for your target market during our initial conversation.
Yes. I'll configure shipping zones, rates, and options based on where you sell and how you fulfil orders. For tax, I'll set up basic tax rules for UK VAT and can configure international tax settings if needed. For complex tax requirements, you may want to consult an accountant, but I'll handle the technical implementation.
Absolutely. Both Shopify and self-hosted shops come with user-friendly admin panels for managing products, orders, and customers. I'll provide training so you feel confident handling day-to-day operations. I'm also available for ongoing support whenever you need help.
Shopify Setup from £1,500, Custom Shopify typically around £4,500, and Self-Hosted Shop typically around £6,500. These are starting points – final cost depends on the number of products, custom features, and integrations you need. Get in touch for a detailed quote.
Product information (descriptions, prices, images), your branding materials (logo, colours, fonts), and clarity on your shipping and payment requirements. The more organised your product data is, the smoother the setup process. I can help you prepare if you're not quite ready yet.
Get Started
Ready to launch your online shop?
Complete the design brief for a detailed quote or get in touch to discuss the options.