If you’ve ever looked around and thought, “Is it too late for me to do something new?”—take a breath. You’re not the only one who’s asked that. But here’s the truth: starting something meaningful doesn’t come with an expiration date. You’ve raised a family. Run a household. You can absolutely run a paint party.

So let’s get one thing clear: age doesn’t disqualify you, tech fears don’t define you, and starting small doesn’t mean staying stuck. What you do need is support, a system that makes sense, and a creative spark you’re ready to fan into something beautiful (and maybe a little profitable, too). As a matter of fact, there are a TON of women who felt like they were starting “late”, but said yes anyways….and they are now rocking out the most amazing paint party businesses in all of PPHQ! Let’s talk a bit about this…

PPHQ members take a photo with Heidi at PPBL 2025

The Fear of Being “Too Late” Is a Lie

Many creative women—especially those in their 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond—wrestle with the fear that their moment has passed. That it’s “too late” to start a business, too late to learn something new, or too late to believe in a dream again.

But here’s the thing: you’re not starting from scratch. You’re starting from experience.

You already know how to juggle chaos, solve problems, and show up for the people you love. Starting a creative side business—like hosting local paint parties or selling art kits—just gives you a new way to show up for yourself.

Susan with The Art Barn Studio

Meet Susan: Proof That It’s Never Too Late

Let’s talk about Susan from The Art Barn Studio.

Susan had already been running her business solo for four years before she found Paint Party Headquarters. She had a mural background, hosted events, and figured things out on the fly. But when life took an unexpected turn—her husband passed away—she had to rebuild. Not just financially, but emotionally.

She ripped out her garage, used duct tape and drop cloths, and turned pain into purpose. But it was overwhelming. She needed help.

Susan and fellow PPHQ members are all smiles on the Creative Cruise

When she joined PPHQ, it wasn’t because she was just starting—it was because she needed structure, clarity, and community. Now, since she joined nearly 6 years ago, Susan has doubled her business, grown deeper roots in her community, and no longer markets—because her people spread the word for her.

Her secret? She started scared. And she kept going anyway.

Heidi poses with PPHQ member at an event

You Don’t Have to Do This Alone

Inside Paint Party Headquarters, you’ll find everything you need to start and grow a creative business:

  • Beginner-friendly party plans
  • Tech tutorials that won’t melt your brain
  • Step-by-step training to keep it simple
  • A sisterhood of creative women cheering you on

If you’ve been putting your creativity on the backburner—this is your permission to change that.

You’re not too late. You’re right on time.

Ready For Your Next Chapter?

It’s okay to start small. It’s okay to start unsure. What matters is that you start.

If this dream has been tugging at your heart, Paint Party Headquarters is ready to help you take the first step—with a brush in one hand and a little confidence in the other.

Because you’ve done hard things before. And this time? You don’t have to do it alone. Click here to join our PPHQ Family now!

More Creative Inspiration…

Pinterest Pin; PPHQ member happily paints at PPBL