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50+ Eco-Friendly Ideas for What Kids Can Sell

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Here's a list to help kids brainstorm what to sell. Think about a product that solves a problem or just something you love to do. The kids are encouraged to get creative, think beyond this list, and explore ways to use upcycled materials to make new products. As a reminder, kids may only sell products/services they have created/developed. No reselling store-bought items. Below are 50+ eco-friendly ideas on what kids can make and sell.

PRODUCTS/SERVICES
LINKS TO INSPIRATION
Painted Wood Signs
Sewing Projects
Decorative Glass
Wood Burn (coasters, ornaments)
Arcade Games
Origami
Jewelry
Candles
Bath Bombs
Soaps
Lip Balm
Original Artwork
Ornaments
Tie-Dye Items
Cloth Napkins
Reusable Paper Towels
Reusable Produce Bags
Book Marks
Play Dough
Pinatas
Reusable Snack Bags
Pets
Stuffed Toys
Reusable Grocery Bags
Bird/Squirrel Houses

Use Recycled Wood

Bird Feeders

Use Natural Materials

Wreaths
Slime
Reusable Sandwich Bags
Hair (scrunches, crowns, clips)
Food (baked goods, candies, bread - must be individually packaged)

Use Eco-Friendly Packaging

Drinks (Lemonade, Juice, Hot Chocolate - must be from drink mixes - no fresh ingredients)

Use Reusable or Compostable Cups

Beeswax Wraps
Reusable Swiffer Cover
Reusable Duster
Plants (Flower, Herbs)
Essential Oils
Music Instruments
Key Chains
Fabric Bowl Covers
Travel Utensil Holder
Knit/Crochet Projects
Kinetic Sand
Reusable Bread Bags
Hats/Beanies

Using Upcycled Materials

Sugar/Salt Scrubs
Dishwasher Tablets
Painted Rocks
Magnets
Decorated Bags (pencil, tote)
Reusable Dryer Sheets
Toiletry Travel Kit
Sun Catcher
Puppets

Use Upcycled Socks

Reusable Makeup Remover Pads
Reusable Disinfectant Wipes
Sea Shells (painted, ornaments)
Natural Cleaning Products
Wool Dryer Balls
More Upcycling ideas
3-D Prints
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