Christmas is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time for moms like us to channel our creativity into some festive home business ideas. Whether you’re looking to earn extra income or simply enjoy a fun holiday project, I’ve rounded up 12 easy-to-start business ideas for moms that are as magical as the season itself.
1. Personalized Ornaments
How sweet would it be to help families create cherished memories with custom ornaments? Whether it’s their names, favorite colors, or special designs, you could craft something they’ll treasure forever.
Starting a personalized ornament business is a heartwarming way to make the holidays even more special! While the startup costs can be minimal, creating quality, one-of-a-kind items, and marketing them effectively requires time and effort. Our rating is ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) – Christmas ornaments can hold a lot of sentimental value and are customizable, but success depends on your level of creativity, great craftsmanship, pricing, and reaching your audience during the busy season!
2. Holiday Baking Service
‘Got a knack for baking? Whip up festive treats like cookies, cupcakes, or pies, and package them beautifully. Imagine delivering the magic of Christmas in every bite! To put icing on the cake, so to speak, you can customise your bakes with photographs or personalised messages for families, parties or corporate gifts. This will make them that much more special.
Starting a holiday baking service is a sweet way to spread festive cheer and delicious treats! While it’s a business with low startup costs, it does require a lot of time and effort, especially during the busy holiday season. Our rating is ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) – This business idea is, without a doubt, deliciously rewarding, but be prepared for the hustle of managing orders and baking up a storm during peak season!
3. Gift Wrapping Service
Let’s be real – not everyone loves wrapping gifts. I’m sure there are lots of moms like me who struggle to cut wrapping paper in a straight line and can’t figure out where each corner is supposed to go. That’s where you come in! Offer beautifully wrapped packages with ribbons, tags, and even themed paper.
Starting a gift wrapping business is a delightful way to add a special touch to the holidays! While it’s a low-cost business to start, it requires creativity, speed, and attention to detail to stand out during the bustling holiday season. Our rating is⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) – This is a charming and easy-to-start business idea, but your success will depend on your marketing, creativity, and ability to handle the seasonal rush!
4. Christmas Decor Setup or Rental
You know those Pinterest-worthy holiday setups? You can make that happen for others by offering decor rentals or decorating services. It’s the perfect solution for busy families or small businesses.
SWhether you’re crafting beautiful wreaths, unique ornaments, or offering custom decorating services, there’s always a place for festive charm. While it does take an initial investment in quality decor and a little time to get things rolling, the joy of helping people make their homes sparkle for the season is absolutely worth it. Our rating is ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) – This business idea is loaded with festive potential, but be ready for some upfront costs and the effort to make your creations shine in a crowded market!
5. Holiday Photo Booth
Starting a holiday photo booth business is a festive and fun way to capture the joy of the season while earning extra income. With a basic setup—a camera, good lighting, holiday-themed backdrops, and quirky props like Santa hats and reindeer antlers—you’re ready to bring smiles to parties, markets, and corporate events.
Families, friends, and coworkers love snapping memorable photos, especially when you offer prints, digital copies, or customizable options. Plus, the holidays bring high demand, making this a perfect seasonal business with plenty of cheer to go around! Our rating for this awesome business idea is ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) – This is based on the fact that it’s easy to set up, highly in demand, but requires good marketing and event connections to thrive.
6. Christmas Craft Kits for Kids
Want to keep kids entertained during the holidays? Assemble DIY craft kits with all the materials they need to create ornaments, cards, or decorations. It’s fun and creative for the whole family! And it will keep the kids busy and out of trouble for a while.
By offering themed, age-appropriate activities that parents and teachers love, you can make crafting simple and enjoyable for families during the holidays. Our rating is ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) – This type of business is affordable to start and highly popular but requires creative thinking and good packaging to stand out.
7. Festive Candle Making
There’s something cosy about candles during Christmas. I personally love, love, love scented candles. Create and sell handmade candles with scents like cinnamon or pine or even host candle-making workshops. Add personalised messages or photos for extra points.
Starting a festive candle-making business is as simple as sourcing wax, wicks, molds, and holiday-themed scents like cinnamon or pine, then creating unique, decorative candles to sell online, at markets, or through gift shops. Our rating for this business idea is ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) – It’s definitely creative and rewarding but requires time for production and attention to safety regulations. You don’t want to be sued for using toxic or environmentally unfriendly ingredients down the line.
8. Pop-Up Gift Shop
Curate unique, locally made, or themed holiday gifts and sell them online or at markets. A pop-up shop can be a fun way to showcase your collection and connect with customers.
Starting a pop-up gift shop involves curating unique, festive items like handmade crafts, candles, and holiday decor, then setting up a temporary shop at busy locations like malls, markets, or community events. With the right location and attractive displays, you can capitalize on holiday shoppers looking for convenient and special gifts. We give this business idea ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) . It has great earning potential, but requires upfront costs for inventory and location-rental fees.
9. Ugly Christmas Sweater Customization
Ugly Christmas sweaters are all the rage, and customizing them takes the fun to the next level! You can offer to personalize sweaters with quirky designs, glitter, or family names. Just imagine making matching sweaters for a family and your customers laughing every time they wear them. It’s such a hit for parties and photoshoots!
Starting an ugly Christmas sweater customization business is a fun and festive way to spread holiday cheer! All you need are plain sweaters, quirky decorations like patches, pom-poms, and glitter, plus a little creativity to help customers design their perfect over-the-top holiday look. It’s a hit for parties, family gatherings, and themed events. We rayed this one ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) – It’s super fun, has low startup costs, and is perfect for holiday demand, but success depends on your ability to be imaginative and aggressively market your cozy creations.
10. Hot Chocolate Gift Sets
There’s something magical about a warm cup of hot chocolate on a chilly December night. Create beautiful gift sets with gourmet cocoa mixes, marshmallows, and fun mugs. Bonus points if you add little stir sticks with candy canes or chocolate-dipped spoons. These make great stocking stuffers or teacher gifts.
Starting a hot chocolate gift set business is as sweet as it sounds! Simply bundle festive mugs, gourmet cocoa mixes, marshmallows, and fun toppings into charming, holiday-themed packaging that makes for a perfect gift. These sets are a hit for teachers, coworkers, and cozy family treats. We gave this businesd idea: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) – Hot chocolate gift sets are easy to assemble and universally loved, but standing out requires thoughtful presentation and irresistible flavors.
11. Elf-on-the-Shelf Accessories
If you’ve ever wracked your brain for creative Elf-on-the-Shelf ideas, you know how much work it can be. Help parents out by selling kits with props, outfits, and pre-planned scenarios for their little elves. It’s a lifesaver for busy moms and dads!
Starting an Elf on the Shelf accessories business is a magical way to tap into holiday traditions! Create or source fun props, outfits, and creative scene kits that help families bring their elves to life in playful and memorable ways. Parents love the convenience, and kids delight in the festive surprises. Our rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) – this business idea is popular and sure to get your creative juices flowing, but requires niche marketing to reach the right audience.
12. Christmas Storytime Videos
If you have a soothing voice and a love for storytelling, why not record festive bedtime stories? You can sell them as audio or video downloads for parents who want to add a little Christmas magic to bedtime routines. My kids love when I read The Night Before Christmas – and I can imagine this idea being a hit with other families too.
Starting a Christmas storytime video business is a heartwarming way to share holiday cheer! Record yourself (or hire voice talent) reading classic and original Christmas tales with cozy visuals, festive music, and a touch of magic, then share them on platforms like YouTube or as downloadable content. Parents and teachers will love engaging, screen-friendly storytelling for kids. Our rating for this idea is ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) – It’s low-cost and meaningful, but success depends on quality production and building an audience.
Why These Ideas Work
The best part about these ideas is that you can make them your own. Whether you love crafting, baking, or storytelling, there’s something here for everyone. Plus, Christmas brings out the spender in people (hello, gift-giving season!), so there’s no better time to launch a seasonal side hustle.
Ready to Spread Some Cheer? 🎊🥳🎈
Which of these ideas feels like your Christmas magic? Whether you’re baking treats, crafting wreaths, or creating something completely unique, I hope this list sparks some holiday inspiration. And remember, you don’t have to go big – small steps are all you need to start.
As always, I’m here to cheer you on. Let me know which idea you’re excited to try- I’d love to hear all about it!
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Love this, great ideas!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the post! Please do share if you decide to try out any of the ideas. We’d love to cheer you on!
What a fantastic list of festive business ideas! I’ve been looking for creative ways to channel holiday energy, and these ideas are so inspiring. The personalized ornaments and holiday baking service really speak to me—combining creativity with spreading cheer feels like such a win-win.
Hi there, Cherie! I’m glad you’re inspired this holiday season! Can’t wait to see some of your masterpieces! Please do share when you get started. Rooting for you!😊🌹
Lovely list of ideas for Christmas! – Ash 🙂
Glad you like them! If you decide to try any of them out, please reach out – we’d love to cheer you on! 🌺
This is an awesome list! I always struggle by the end of Christmas to come up with great ideas for the Elf on the Shelf. I would definitely pay someone for some props and ideas. Thanks for sharing!