Are your kids a bit crafty? Try channeling those creative skills to make things people might want to buy this summer! They can sell to friends and family or even people halfway across the world online (with your help and permission, of course) ๐
Whatever age they are, you should find some ideas below, some of which were inspired by our Money Challenge winners earlier this year…
Some ideas to get you started:
๐งต Sewing, knitting and crocheting
Your kids can use their sewing, knitting, or crocheting skills to make hats, scarves, headbands, blanketsโฆ the possibilities are endless!
๐ Creating ornaments and jewelry
They can create Christmas ornaments or some beautiful handmade jewelry like these.
๐ Creating personalised cards
Cards are always a great option-ย they can make personalized cards for birthdays or even a big batch for special occasions like weddings!
๐ Creating bookmarks or book covers
Inspired by one of our Rooster Entrepreneurs, your kids can make bookmarks from old books. Old books are widely available in charity shops (or tucked away at home somewhere) for very little money and they can sell the bookmarks to make some profit!
๐งผ Homemade soaps and lotions
Check out this awesome homemade rainbow soap you can make with your kids and 21 creative handmade soap recipes for beginners to help with ideas!
๐ Creative keychains
Keychains are one of the most popular souvenirs or gifts to give so itโs a good option for kids to make! From ribbon keychains to beaded keychains, here are 50 DIY keychain ideas to spark inspiration.
๐ฑ Homemade, recycled plant pots
Something different and environmentally friendly – creating plant pots from recycled water bottles!
Send us your creations and we can share it on our social media and give you credit! ๐ค
Got any more ideas on how kids can earn this summer? Please message us at hello@roostermoney.com!