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18 businesses
100% founder-reported, the rest researched
Median revenue
$30K /mo
Middle half earn $4K – $300K/mo
How they grow
SEO
61%
Advertising on social media
56%
Email marketing
56%
Business models
E-commerce
56%
Affiliate marketing
22%
Advertising
17%
Showing 18 of 18 ideas
Home decor blog
Home decor blog and digital products for flooring and painting
theflooringgirl.com
$4K /mo Reported
Cooking and crafting websites
'Advertising-supported cooking and crafting content platforms.'
primecp.com
$600K /mo Reported
Custom window treatment retailer
Custom window treatments for easy, tool-free installation.
blindster.com
$3M /mo Reported
Custom stencil creation tool
Custom stencil manufacturer for businesses and DIY enthusiasts.
stencilstop.com
$80K /mo Reported
Outdoor grill e-commerce store
E-commerce site for premium outdoor grilling gear.
bbqgrills.com
$500K /mo Reported
2D design files for CNC
"Digital 2D designs for CNC machine projects."
dxfforcnc.com
$7K /mo Reported
All-terrain folding carts
UpCart: All-terrain folding carts for easy stair climbing.
upcart.com
$600K /mo Reported
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Magnetic levitation display
Levitating planters for home and office decor.
levdisplay.com
$4K /mo Reported
Hand forged door hardware
Online store for hand-forged traditional ironmongery.
suffolklatchcompany.com
$70K /mo Reported
Smart upgrade for security
Smart home security using existing wired systems.
konnected.io
$300K /mo Reported
Diy craft tutorial hub
DIY craft tutorials blog with handmade craft accessories.
thecraftygentleman.net
$1K /mo Reported
Printable sewing patterns shop
DIY sewing patterns and tutorials for creative women.
creativefashionblog.com
$10K /mo Reported
Diy home renovation blog
DIY blog for farmhouse renovation enthusiasts.
grandmashousediy.com
$2K /mo Reported
Custom log cabin builders
"Log cabin building videos with viral YouTube success."
mtnside.ca
$40K /mo Reported
Miniature construction supplies
Miniature construction supplies for creative model builders.
minimaterials.com
$30K /mo Reported
Hand-drawn embroidery samplers
Hand-drawn embroidery samplers for creative stitchers.
dropclothsamplers.com
$20K /mo Reported
Spiral featherboard system
Spiral featherboard for safer, precise woodworking cuts.
featherboards.com
$20K /mo Reported
3D design course for woodworkers
Online course for woodworkers mastering 3D design software.
sketchupforwoodworkers.com
$1K /mo Reported