If pricing your paint parties or art kits has you second-guessing everything, you’re not alone. I’ve been where you are, wondering if I’m charging too much, not enough, or if anyone’s going to buy at all. So today, let’s clear the confusion and talk about how to price your creative offers in a way that actually supports you and your family.
Now, I get it—pricing your paint party or art kit can feel like throwing spaghetti at a wall. You don’t want to scare people off… but you also can’t be the one working your tail off and not making a dime. Been there. Done that. Gave away way too much stuff for free.
So here’s the deal: every paint party and every art kit should be profitable. Period. Not breaking even. Not barely covering costs. PROFITABLE.
Let’s Talk Paint Party Pricing
If you’re hosting an in-person paint party, remember you’re not just showing up and painting. You’re prepping, organizing supplies, washing brushes (ugh, the post-party mess), and making magic happen. That’s worth something!
Example: Ceramic Tree Party
- 18” Ceramic Tree w/ light kit → I charge $80 (others charge $100+ depending on the area)
- 13” Trees → Around $65
- 11” Trees → $45–$55
Wood Sign Party
- 6 ft “Welcome” Sign → I charge $55 (materials cost me about $17 per board)
- 48” Holiday Boards → $55–$65
- Door Hangers → $45 with all the fixings included
Pro Tip: Use stencils wisely (like my faves from Essential Stencil – use code TEXASHEIDI for a discount on your order ). And if your party is themed (Christmas, Fall, Easter), people are into it—charge accordingly!
Let’s Talk Art Kit Pricing
Art kits are amazing because you can reach so many people without even leaving your house (hello, leggings and messy bun life).
Example: Kids’ Art Kits
- 8×10 canvas, brushes, pre-drawn design, paints → $20
- Add step-by-step instructions + packaging? → $25–$30
Ceramic Kits & Truck Sets
- Ceramic truck + tea light + paint supplies → $35–$55
- Bundle them in a 4-pack? → $65–$75
Remember, just because it’s a kit doesn’t mean it should be cheap. You’re still giving VALUE. Plus, you can boost your sales by hopping on Facebook Live and painting alongside your buyers—it’s fun and it sells more kits!
Last Thing: Don’t Be Scared to Charge Your Worth
If you’re charging $7 for a kit… people are gonna wonder what’s wrong with it. Low prices don’t scream value—they scream cheap. And your creativity? It ain’t cheap, BFF.
Here’s what I always say: triple your supply cost when possible, especially for custom orders. And always, always, make sure if 50 people ordered from you tomorrow—you wouldn’t end up broke or resentful.
Ready to stop guessing and start pricing with confidence? Whether you’re hosting paint parties, building art kits, or doing custom work, you deserve to get paid well for your talent and time.
Need more help? Check out Paint Party Headquarters where we break it all down—pricing strategies, wholesale resources, and a community of creative business owners just like you.
Let’s make creativity profitable! You’ve got this.
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- What’s Needed to Start a Paint and Sip?
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