How to Turn Wreath-Making into a Summer Side Hustle (Even with Kids at Home!)
From Crafty to Cash: How to Sell Door Wreaths This Summer Starting with the 4th of July
If you're a stay-at-home mom who loves crafting, this could be your sign to turn that creativity into income.
Patriotic door wreaths are in high demand every summer, especially around Memorial Day and the 4th of July. They’re simple to make, customizable, and fun — and even better? You can do it with your kids.
And once you learn how to make a door wreath, you can customize it to any holiday, making it a profitable side hustle or craft business that works year-round.
How to Earn Money from Making Patriotic Door Wreaths
Here’s how to turn making door wreaths into a profitable work-from-home business:
1. Start with a Signature Style
Choose a look you love — rustic with burlap, sparkly with glitter, or classic red-white-and-blue. Find a base you enjoy working with (foam vs. wire), then streamline your process so each wreath takes less than 30 minutes.
2. Source Materials in Bulk
Save money by buying supplies in bulk or during post-holiday clearance sales. Dollar stores, wholesale craft suppliers, and Amazon are your go-tos.
3. Set Up a Simple Online Shop
Use Etsy, Facebook Marketplace, or Instagram to show off your creations. Take bright, clear photos in natural light, and include key phrases like "4th of July wreath" or "patriotic front door decor."
4. Involve Your Kids
Turn crafting time into a mini-business lesson. Younger kids can help with fabric cutting, color sorting, or choosing decorations. Older kids can assist with packing orders or managing a simple spreadsheet of expenses and sales.
5. Offer Custom Orders
Many customers love personalized touches! Offer name signs, military branch themes, or add-ons like matching table décor.
6. Market Locally Too
Craft fairs, summer farmer’s markets, or neighborhood Facebook groups are goldmines for handmade wreaths in patriotic season.
Why Making Money from Patriotic Door Wreaths Works
Patriotic décor never goes out of style, and handmade wreaths add a personal, festive touch that buyers love. Plus, it's a flexible, family-friendly hustle you can grow at your own pace.
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Check out this post on How to Make a Patriotic Door Wreath and read Crafting with Kids to Teach Patriotism, Creativity & Life Lessons, where I have another craft freebie up for grabs.
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