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How To Start A Candy Wrapping Business |
By:
Liz Folger |
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What woman doesn't love chocolate? Combine that with all the
emails I get from moms who want to find a business where they
are able to make money with their home computer and boy, have I
got an idea for you! Chocolate + your computer = your new home
business!
If you haven't heard about the business of candy wrapping then
let me give you a quick explanation. This is where you take a
candy bar and you design and print your own wrapper to put over
the candy bar's original wrapper. Now you might be wondering why
would someone want to do this? Well these favors make wonderful
birthday and wedding favors. They are great for special events
and get-togethers like family reunions and retirement parties,
and can be used in fundraising events.
And it isn't just chocolate bars that candy wrappers are finding
to wrap. They're also wrapping lifesavers, gum, tic tacs, mint,
and even popcorn bags. Some wrappers are even wrapping non-food
items like bubbles and matchbooks.
More Ideas Of People and Groups Who Might Want Your Service:
· Bridal shops · Wedding planners · Event planners · Baby shops
· Obstetrician offices · Florists · Gift shops · Specialty toy
stores · Trade shows · Professional fundraising groups (try the
school your kids go to)
Skills Needed:
The skills you will need for this business might be something
you already posses. But it helps to be creative and have some
knowledge of graphics software. However, there are lots of
programs and free ready-made wrappers available on the Internet.
Customer service skills are important too. You'll need to market
your business and there are so many great ways to get your
business name out there. A chocolate bar with your business card
wrapped around it would be a great way to get people's
attention.
Supplies:
Equipment that you might already have is a computer, color
printer, some type of graphics software, paper for your
wrappers, and in some cases you might need candy bars (sometimes
clients will provide the candy bars and you just need to sell
them the wrappers). When just starting out, scissors work great
for cutting your wrappers, but as your business grows you'll
want to look into a nice paper cutter. You'll also need
something to stick your wrappers together. Glue sticks or tape
works great. Make sure whatever you choose is acid free and
photo safe.
Once you're business gets rolling a little more, you might want
to invest in a scanner and/or Digital camera if you don't
already have one. These are useful if you want to add personal
photos to your wrapper designs.
When looking for paper, candy bars, ink etc. Try to buy in bulk.
You'll usually get a better deal and be able to keep more of
your profits if you shop wisely. This really is a fun business
to get into. For more information on how to get started visit:
http://www.bizymoms.com/cart/careers/candywrap_kit.html
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