Patio Furniture Retailer business. Attractive, comfortable furniture can turn a patio into another living space. Business Overview All new decks and patios require one thing to complete them: patio furniture. A retail business that sells patio furniture is a very easy business to initiate, as there are no special skill requirements. Patio furniture will pretty much sell itself, providing of course that the prices are fair and the quality is outstanding. Worldwide, there are...

Magazine Rack Manufacturing business. Rack up sales by giving customers a place to display their magazines. Business Overview Starting a part-time, home based business that designs, manufactures and markets magazine racks is not only an easy business to get rolling, it can also be set in motion for less than a $1,000 initial investment. The key requirements to make this business successful are to have a workshop and tools available, as well as basic woodworking and construction...

Woodcarving business. Are you good with a knife? Let wood be your canvas. Business Overview Do you wood carve for a hobby, and are the carvings good? If so, consider starting a woodcarving business that not only lets you work at what you like best, but also makes you some money at the same time. Original, interesting and unique woodcarvings sell like crazy in the right retail environment, such as arts and crafts shows and specialty retail shops. Finding retailers to stock and...

Potpourri Sales business. Figure out a way to differentiate your potpourri and you'll be surrounded by the sweet smell of success. Business Overview Starting a business that makes and wholesales potpourri products is an excellent home based business venture to set in motion. The potpourri can be made from dried flowers, pine cones and bark mulch with fragrant essential oils added. Once packaged, the potpourri can be sold on a wholesale basis to specialty retailers or directly...

Stuffed Animals business. Still remember your first stuffed animal? Kids may love technology, but a handheld game system isn't very cuddly. Business Overview There are a few different approaches that can be taken when considering starting a business that focuses on selling stuffed animals. The first approach is to design and manufacture the stuffed animals yourself. The second approach is to purchase stuffed animals on a wholesale basis and resell them for a profit. The third...

Cactus Arrangements business. A beautiful cactus arrangement won't leave recipients feeling prickly. Business Overview Creating and selling cactus arrangements -- what a great and inexpensive home based business venture to start. As houseplants go, cacti are one of the most popular. The reason is simple: People love having plants to decorate their homes, but most people don't have the time or the green thumbs required to care for them. Cactus plants are very easy to grow and...

Knitting business. Do you know the difference between knitting and purling? Start making money from your creations. Business Overview Do you currently knit sweaters, jackets and more? If so, perhaps you should consider turning your hobby craft into a profitable part-time business enterprise. The business is to simply create beautiful and unique hand-knitted products, from sweaters to a clothing line for stuffed animals. The opportunities are endless; all you need is a creative...