Joy to the World Shop

At just six years old, Mary Reese Honnet turned her creativity into a thriving business: Joy to the World Shop. The name was inspired by her choir practice, where she had been singing “Joy to the World.” Mary decided to spread joy by designing and selling handmade Christmas gift name tags.

Tutu Cute

Meet Selah, a 13-year-old entrepreneur from Henrico, VA, who turned a church camp idea into a creative tutu business! Learn how she mastered the art of tutu-making, overcame challenges, and inspires others to follow their dreams.

KRKM’s Kool Kreations & Stuff

Meet Kasen, a creative young entrepreneur from Washington State who crafts unique wooden tic-tac-toe boards and ornaments using acorn tops! Discover how he overcame challenges, mastered customer interactions, and learned valuable lessons in his journey as a four-time market vendor.

Waxhaw Wicks

Meet Caroline, a 16-year-old entrepreneur from North Carolina who turned a Christmas gift into a thriving candle business! Discover her journey, from experimenting with fragrances to sharing advice for aspiring young entrepreneurs.

Seeds of Grace

Meet Bethany, an 11-year-old entrepreneur from San Antonio who started a business to support non-profits through her craft sales! We loved hearing the story behind her booth, and we think you will too!

Jolt & Jax Hacks

Ryder is a 9-year-old entrepreneur from Pittsburgh who crafts unique animals and plants from silverware! Discover how he transforms thrifted utensils into art!

Dear Best Friend

We ran into best friends Camila and Natalya at the Arlington County Fair market running what was only their third time running their booth!

Phosphate and Fizz

We talked to Caleb, 16, and Gretchen, 14 at our Columbia market. Together they have an old fashioned soda business.

Children’s Entrepreneur Market awards $67,750 in scholarships!

“We wanted to make some money, and we’re always trying to start little businesses like bake sales…

Slimed by Lyric

“We wanted to make some money, and we’re always trying to start little businesses like bake sales…