"What started out as a fun hobby has turned into a profitable business throughout the years," Lozano explained.
Wendy Jones also uses her crafting skills to make what she calls her family fun money. The stay-at-home mom specializes in making diaper cakes, something that doesn't take a whole lot of work, but is a hot seller. She also recently expanded her business to include homemade bows and blankets.
"I am a crafty person," Jones said. "I have always done crafts and things for my kids, so I thought why not put it to use?"
But how did these moms get started? They say anyone can do it if they follow these tips.
- Set aside time to work on your project. Since Lozano's work is seasonal, she works throughout the year to prepare for her sale.
- Market your craft. Lozano relies on word of mouth from her one of a kind custom designs while Jones gets most of her business setting up shop at craft festivals.
- If possible, set up a website. Jones says she has seen business increase because of her online photos.
- Most importantly, the ladies say in order to be successful, you have to be passionate.
"Honestly you have to put your heart in it," Lozano said. "In everything I do I put my heart in it."
Just a reminder, any business offering products or services that are taxed in any way must get a federal tax ID number.
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