7 Profitable Business Ideas for Christmas time
Christmas is coming. Leading up to the holidays, many people are spending money on purchasing gifts for loved ones. So why not benefit from this time of over-spending and start your own little business for the festive season? Here are a list of business ideas for you to go with.
1. Bake Christmas cakes and treats
If you’re talented at baking anything from cupcakes to pies, why not make a few batches to be sold? You can get creative with your cupcake decorations and even make the Christmas equivalent of ginger bread men! And usually with pastry foods such as pies, people are always looking to stock their cupboards for Christmas lunches. Desserts are also a great option which you can sell separately in plastic containers for a great price to customers that’s profitable for you.
If you’re talented at baking anything from cupcakes to pies, why not make a few batches to be sold? You can get creative with your cupcake decorations and even make the Christmas equivalent of ginger bread men! And usually with pastry foods such as pies, people are always looking to stock their cupboards for Christmas lunches. Desserts are also a great option which you can sell separately in plastic containers for a great price to customers that’s profitable for you.
2. Design Christmas cards
If you love being artistic and creative, why not purchase a few scrapbook items and colour paper and make your own Christmas cards to be sold? Everyone loves personalised Christmas messages but they are not overly fond on spending the time to make them – we’re all aware of the rush this time of the year. That’s where this side business can definitely come in handy for customers.
3. Set up a gift-wrapping station
Shopping malls at this time of the year are buzzing with activity – filled to the brim with busy customers getting their Christmas shopping done. If it’s allowed, set up a small station with your gift-wrapping equipment. It’s guaranteed that busy customers with tight schedules for the holidays would make use of your service. Bear in mind – this service should be relatively low-priced, and it’s a good idea to give customers a wide variety of wrapping options to choose from that are both creative and suit the needs of their gifts.
4. Take holiday season photo shoots
This is a great way to make money if you’re a photographer, or even if photography is simply one of your hobbies. People are always looking to get family photos for the end of the year, or even to compile portfolios that they can use for gifts such as personalised calendars or mugs. Your service will be greatly appreciated here. And you can take it a step further by either blowing up some shots for them, putting them on post cards, or simply compiling a flash drive of the photos taken.
5. Hold a garage sale
I’m sure many can attest to having lots of unused items lying around the house. Gathering those and setting up a garage sale is a great way to get rid of them, clean up your house, and make a profit simultaneously. Old toys, second hand clothes and items at low items are always considered a bargain for potential customers. And other pieces of furniture you may have can even be considered a vintage steal. Leftover items from the sale that were not purchased can even be donated – take books and toys to libraries or underprivileged schools or homes as a wonderful gesture to get the less fortunate into the spirit of the season.
6. Organise shows
If you’re a musician or know of a band, why not utilise your talents and spread the Christmas cheer by organising a concert or two for the community? You could perform an array of Christmas songs or carols and have a cover charge for the event. If possible, get in contact with any other local artists who would be keen to perform. That way, with a more popular name amongst the line-up, your concert will be easier to market and gain an audience.
7. Sell Christmas-related items
This time of year, everyone is looking for items to decorate their house with or use during their Christmas celebrations. Why not buy a few items in bulk and have them sold at a profitable yet reasonable price? Christmas tree decorations, Christmas hats, stockings, Christmas crackers and more are in high demand during the festive season. It’s also a great idea to sell these items at an online store or simply create your own website or page where people can see product information and purchase on the go.
Get creative with your business ideas, and take advantage of the fact that everyone is scrambling for presents, as well as great deals and the best services! If you can provide customers with any of the above, your Christmas business venture is sure to be profitable.