Services That Kids Can Create and Sell - Part 2: Face Painting

Unlock the Potential of Your Artistic Talents to Boost Your Bank Account

At one of the Ypsilanti markets in Michigan of 2023, a young artist had a consistent line of clients waiting for her artistic face painting services. She included fun options such as glitter, gems and even took special requests. Have you even been to a theme park, circus, fair or event where the face-painting services were astronomically expensive? This young business owner had a creative business strategy where she only charged a few dollars making it ultra affordable and irresistible for parents to line up with their children. She was not charging extra for the upgrades which I think would have been a better marketing plan. However, she seemed to make out just fine and left the three hour market with plenty of dough. She shared that her mom helped get her started by purchasing her supplies and that she was required to pay her back. I love this concept, since it's a close comparison to the real world. Businesses often have start up costs and investors that must be repaid.

My daughter made the most money at the Fenton market in the summer of 2024 with her first face painting experiment - about $250!

Another creative option for skin decorating services are henna tattoos. It's a unique option for customers and lasts longer than the typical face painting application.

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