Things That Kids Can Make and Sell - Part 1: Quilling
Elizabeth McMann 
Let's dive into creative ways your children can make and sell products successfully this year!
Throughout organizing and running Young Business Owner's Markets, I have seen firsthand what sells well for children. Let's dive into creative ways your children can make and sell products successfully this year!
Idea #1:
Quilling:
What is Quilling❓ The art of quilling, which dates back to the 1500s, is using thin strips of colorful paper and turning them around an object to make coils. You may have recognized the root word “quill”, which is a feather, formerly used as a pen when dipped into ink. The original art form used quills to turn the paper around to form the coils. Instead of quills, these days people use quilling needle tools, pencils, or toothpicks. People who practice the art form of quilling are often called quillers.
Why try Quilling❓ People choose to learn quilling for multiple reasons. First off, the historical art form is beautiful. The supplies are basic and not costly. Even the kits, when purchased, are not expensive. Quilling promotes hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills in children. It boosts creativity in people of all ages, and promotes gift giving, as the projects make lovely cards and gifts. Lastly, almost everyone reports that it makes them feel relaxed and calms them, so it’s very beneficial for those suffering from anxiety.
Learn this quilling technique so that you can create all kinds of items for resale such as -
- Handmade Cards
- Jewelry
- Works of Art
- Ornaments for Multiple Holidays
Categories: : business, children, entrepreneur, financial literacy, money, young business owners