Business idea · E-commerce
DIY Wall Art Templates
DIY Wall Art Templates is a service that provides customizable wall art templates for businesses to use, allowing them to add their branding and personal touches easily. It was pitched on My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri, in the episode "The Side Hustle King: "Make $20K+/month without money, luck, or experience" (aired April 1, 2026).
At a glance
| Podcast | My First Million |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Sam Parr and Shaan Puri |
| Episode | The Side Hustle King: "Make $20K+/month without money, luck, or experience" |
| Aired | April 1, 2026 |
| Category | E-commerce |
| Real companies on the episode | Tote Rentals, RV Rentals, The Tiny Post, Repplet, Gubdiels, Wall Printer |
The problem it solves
This addresses the challenge for businesses to create visually appealing wall displays without the need for extensive graphic design skills or costly services.
How it makes money
The business could work on a one-time purchase model for templates or a subscription model for ongoing access to new designs and templates.
Skills you need
Skills needed include graphic design, marketing, and customer service to assist clients with template customization.
The market, and why this works now
The rise of online design tools like Canva has made customizable wall art templates more accessible for businesses. A viable first-revenue move is to partner with local chambers of commerce to reach small businesses seeking affordable branding solutions. However, the business may face challenges with customer acquisition costs if marketing efforts do not effectively convey the value of the templates, potentially leading to a lengthy payback window.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Tote Rentals
A service that rents out plastic moving boxes instead of traditional cardboard boxes, providing an eco-friendly solution for moving.
- RV Rentals
A business model that involves renting out RVs through platforms like RVshare and Outdoorsy.
- The Tiny Post
A snail mail subscription service where customers receive heartfelt letters and handmade artwork each month.
- Repplet
A business that creates custom vibe-coated apps for medium-sized businesses, focusing on tailored solutions to meet specific operational needs.
- Gubdiels
A website that sells liquidation items, allowing individuals to purchase returned products at a fraction of their retail value.
- Wall Printer
A printing service that uses a specialized printer to create large murals and images on walls for businesses.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri
Episode: The Side Hustle King: "Make $20K+/month without money, luck, or experience"
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.