If you enjoy the decorative arts, this is a business idea which you should enjoy pursuing.
This is a very simple but extremely profitable venture where you help people install and uninstall Christmas and other seasonal decorations.
Many people would want this service because of just being too overwhelmed with all the other demands they might have to take care of at the holidays.
And some might like getting more professional decorating done for them.
Other reasons why someone might need this service are due to their inability to do the Christmas or event decorations by themselves because of sickness, old age, time pressures, lack of skills, etc.
This is one of those small business ideas that’s perfect for the decorating enthusiast, and if you really like to go all out setting up Christmas decorations for your house every year, you have probably seen lots of different kinds of decorations over the years, and already know the basics of this job.
However, to improve this business idea you want to be able to provide some creative, clever and unique ideas in order to create a niche market for yourself.
Being able to add those small touches and flourishes that add the sparkle and zing in a décor is a wonderful skill, and there are many resources available to help you with ideas.
You can start with learning more techniques and ways of installing Christmas and other decorations.
Some internet research and decorating magazines and books, along with special decorating shows on television should provide plenty of fresh inspiration and ideas to keep you going.
Some of the services you could include in your portfolio of services are:
* Installation of Christmas Lights * Colored Paper Based Decorations * Tree Decorations * Candle Patterns * Flower Decorations * Cake Decorations * Decorative Salad and Food Arrangements * Removal of Decorations
You could also offer complete festivity packages, covering decorations, gifts, Christmas trees, flowers, packed food items and just about anything and everything which people would want for celebrations.
You could team up with wholesale dealers for getting all these items at a cheaper rate.
Include a short book of Christmas carols or a small gift/memento as a bonus.
The gifts could be things like a small Santa or a beautiful candle.
And any free gifts should have your phone number and website address printed on or attached to them. These can act as very effective marketing tools for your business.
Building a website,
inserts in local newspapers, distribution of attractive pamphlets at churches and shopping centers are all good ways of advertising your services.
Also, always maintain high standards of quality for the services. No advertising is better than the word of mouth.
As you build upon your business, remember to build a portfolio of decorations/services done by you with references to the clients who bought those services.
Including photos of the decorations done by you previously will help prospective clients judge your capabilities immediately and help you get more business.
If you build a website you can use it to showcase your portfolio, explain your services and provide information about yourself to build your credibility with potential clients.
A website would also be a good way to earn extra income with ads and commissionable products you can recommend.
To get started do not wait until you get your first few contracts to build your portfolio.
You can try various decorations in your house and include them as samples on your website and pamphlets.
And look for friends who would welcome your help with their holiday or event decorating needs. Also think about any big community events, fashion shows, fund raisers, etc., that you could offer to do for free to get some exposure.
The best way to build this business is to provide free services in the beginning.
That way you can build a portfolio and start getting the word out too.
This is one of the best money making ideas there is for someone who has a passion for decorating and would love to be paid for doing something they enjoy.
Soon you will be able to start charging for your services, and you will have a better idea of what it takes in terms of time and energy for you to provide this service when you decide on your fee structure.
You will probably want to provide a number of different fee options, including an hourly rate, and special package fees.
This is also a great add on business idea if you already have a home staging business to help people sell homes.
Christmas is usually a slower time of year for real estate sales so this would be a great way to supplement your business.
And remember, this isn’t just a Christmas idea.
Think of all the seasonal decorating that can be done for homes and businesses that you could provide services for.
Not to mention big special events and celebrations like weddings and other big parties or business events and seminars.
The opportunities for this business idea are really endless.
