How to Start a Craft Painting Business

Craft painting provides endless enjoyment for both the crafter and the recipient. Whether personalized or holiday specific, craft painting can add dimension to ordinary wood projects and crafts. Starting a craft painting business can let you share your joy of painting with the world and showcase your talents as an artist at the same time. For the creative type, craft painting allows you to practice various types of painting while serving and satisfying your clientele.

Step 1

Write out a business plan. Highlight the goals, needs and desires for your craft painting business in an overview section. Include information related to the types of craft painting services you will offer, such as personalized crafts and craft painting classes. Provide details related to equipment and supply needs, your target market and any current or future niche marketing opportunities. Include detailed financial statements that demonstrate potential profits or losses, expenses and future income. Seek help from industry professionals or the U.S. Small Business Administration for additional information on creating a purposeful business plan.

Step 2

Name your business. Focus on creating a name that portrays the unique features of your business. Take into account future expansion plans when coming up with a company name. Check with your state’s secretary of state office and the United States Patent and Trademark Office to verify the chosen business name is indeed available.

Step 3

Find a location for your craft painting business. Consider starting out at home or renting space in an art studio to save money. Larger enterprises will need to find an appropriate retail or warehouse space for their operations. Keep in mind expansion goals when choosing a space.

Step 4

Check license and permit requirements with local and state agencies. Businesses operating out of a home office should check zoning requirements with local authorities. Check with your state’s Department of Taxation concerning the collection and payment of taxes.

Step 5

Secure supplies and equipment. Find a wholesaler for wooden crafts or secure the materials to assemble crafts yourself. Consider other options for craft painting, such as ceramics and glass; include the need for an oven to bake painted crafts made of ceramic or glass. Order paints, brushes and cleaning supplies.

Step 6

Market your craft painting business. Consider the service you offer and identify the target market. For instance, advertise painting class offerings aimed at children with local day-care centers and schools. Contact local craft stores and fabric centers. Provide them with brochures or flyers to hang at their location to help advertise your services. In return, purchase some materials and offer to help them advertise.

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About the Author

Nicole Long is a freelance writer based in Cincinnati, Ohio. With experience in management and customer service, business is a primary focus of her writing. Long also has education and experience in the fields of sports medicine, first aid and coaching. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in economics from the University of Cincinnati.

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Saturday, July 13, 2013