Young Entrepreneurs
Are you a homeschool student or graduate who has his or her own business?
HEAV loves to encourage young entrepreneurs!
Each year, we invite homeschool students or recent graduates who have their own businesses to participate in the Annual Virginia Homeschool Convention in a unique and innovative way. Each year, they set up a booth in the Exhibit Hall, present their own unique products or services in a Christian, professional environment, and gain valuable experience.
Be sure to visit Young Entrepreneurs in the Exhibit Hall at the convention on June 5 to 7, and encourage tomorrow’s leaders… today!
Applications Open in February 2025 for the June Convention.
Apply for a booth at the 42nd Annual Virginia Homeschool convention on June 5-7, 2025.
Your entrepreneur business should be listed here too!
Check back soon as we are still taking entrepreneurs and compiling our wonderful business teams!
Sign-up for Young Entrepreneurs is full this year.
3-in-1
3-in-1 offers a unique line of rubber-band bracelets.
3D Checkmate
3D Checkmate is a company based on 3D Design, chess, and family. We believe that chess doesn’t just have to be black and white but a rainbow of colors and designs. Our goal with this company is to aid children with screen addiction by introducing them to a game that develops critical thinking and strategy skills. We hope to extend the blessing of the chess game to as many families as possible. 3dcheckmate.com
Beachside Creations
Zoey Jaeger, a 12-year-old artist, presents Beachside Creations, offering handmade art inspired by the ocean. With a passion for recycling and upcycling, Zoey crafts beautiful woven potholders, jewelry, clay sculptures, and various other artistic creations.
Blooming Azalea Art
14-year-old Emmabelle Jaeger specializes in creating exquisite hand-painted journals meticulously crafted and bound. Additionally, she crafts her unique beads, showcasing her artistic flair in crafting beautiful jewelry pieces.
Brick Bros
Brick Bros. is a unique S.T.E.A.M. experience. created by brothers and homeschool graduates who wanted to answer the question, “Why leave your brick creations at home when you can showcase them for all to see?” Stop in and see our customized creations, perfect for kids and kids at heart!
Brightnook
Brightnook is a bright little corner where you can find unique handmade items that are useful and aesthetic. You will discover bookbags, pencil bags, hand-drawn watercolor cards made by a little artist, and other interesting things.
Cook & Teach
Twelve-year-old Isabella Bagnuoli began this amazing entrepreneurial project after realizing her culinary and teaching skills. She has had a passion for cooking since she was 5 years old. She won second place in the Miami Mango Festival in 2018 and has sold her food at local Florida farmers’ markets and national homeschool conventions. She has developed a simplified way to enjoy cooking and taught cooking to children ages 5 to 15 through online classes and summer camps about her entrepreneurial journey. @cook.and.teach
Cozy Corner
Cozy Corner offers handcrafted, double-stitched, popculture- themed pillows. Cozycorner13.com
Fae’s Offerings
Fae’s Offerings sells a variety of handcrafted pieces, from crochet stuffed animals to clothing items, as well as beaded jewelry and trinkets. Stop by to say “hi!” and check out the raffle.
Fearfully and Wonderfully Made
FAWM is co-founded by siblings committed to sharing their God-given talents with the world. Aniyah runs the Aromatic Creations branch, which offers custom scented, natural, homemade unique candles, assorted slimes, and art. Amani runs the Gifted Creations branch, which offers inspiring, homemade gift Items and specially themed sets that include “Thankfulness Jars,” “$avings Jars,” jewelry, and magnets.
Glossy Sugar, LLC by the Blyden Sisters
We are a family-owned and operated small home business started by two sisters in 2020 in Virginia. We make and supply skincare and beauty products, including lip gloss, lip oils, lip scrubs, body butters, lotions, and more! We also make candles and wax melts. glossy-sugar-llc.square.site
Grace Inspirational Creations (Proverbs 31)
We offer designs from the heart to inspire through artisanal handmade engravings, custom-engraved jewelry, and specialty items. Create your own style or purchase ready-made designs. We also offer organic and natural care products, sensory textiles, children’s literature encouraging Godly character, and more. Some proceeds support Uganda Chance Orphanage, clean water, and surgery for Issac. James 5:14-15 Purchase or donate to enter for a chance to win a free gift.
Joy Jewelry and Art
I offer beautiful and unique purses, bags, jewelry, and art—all made with joy!
ORN8
I make custom jewelry pieces intricately designed to fit your style. I work primarily with aluminum wire, chain, and an assortment of glass and stone beads. I sell elegant earrings, necklaces, rings, and bracelets.
Perfectly Pure Soaps
Perfectly Pure soaps are handmade using only organic essential oils and botanical extracts, always free from synthetic additives or preservatives. We believe in harnessing the potent benefits of God’s creation, avoiding harmful chemicals, and embracing the simplicity of pure, organic ingredients.
Sarah’s Studio Art
Sarah’s Studio Art offers a variety of artwork, such as portraits of your favorite characters and wildlife and other original art in prints, stickers, and greeting cards! instagram.com/sarahstudioart19
Seams and Stitches
Discover the charm of handmade at Seams and Stitches. From cloth bowls to children’s fidgets, baby items, and fairy gardens, we create unique, functional treasures for kids and adults. Each piece is crafted with care, adding a touch of joy to everyday life. Explore our collection today!
Simply Wreaths
Simply Wreaths is a homeschooler-run business specializing in low-cost, handcrafted wreaths for every season. Ten percent of all profits go to Convoy of Hope, a humanitarian organization.
YESbalm
Yesbalm offers lotions, candles, lip balms, face and body creams, made-to-order bracelets, and other fun items.
Are you a homeschool student or recent graduate who has your own business?
HEAV encourages you–a young adult entrepreneur–to participate in the 41st Annual Virginia Homeschool Convention in a unique and innovating way!
Gain some valuable experience and present your own unique product or service in a Christian, professional environment.
Apply for a Young Entrepreneur table in the Exhibit Hall. Take this opportunity to grow, learn, and let others know about your business. You can excite other young adults about the possibility of starting their own businesses–and have FUN in the process.
To participate
- You must be living at home under your parents’ authority and not married; the business may not be the primary source of income for your family.
- It must be YOUR own business–not a side business your parents own or operate.
- The cost is only $65, and you can expect to go through a similar approval process as any new exhibitor in the Exhibit Hall. Young Entrepreneurs are also subject to the same Exhibit Hall rules and regulations as other exhibitors. These will be provided when an invitation is extended.
- You must between 10 and 21 years of age. Those under age 13 must be accompanied by a parent at the booth at all times.
- Apply by filling out the form below, and you will be contacted by the Exhibit Hall coordinator.
- Samples of the products you plan to sell may be requested of you. Samples are not returned.
- If multiple siblings have their own individual businesses, they must apply individually. One sibling’s business being accepted does not guarantee acceptance for other siblings.
Online Form – 2025 Young Entrepreneurs Application
Can’t see the form? Click here.Already registered for the convention?
Request to add an event to your registration here.
Questions? Call the HEAV office, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 804-278-9200.
Young Entrepreneur Businesses
Visit these exciting entrepreneurs and support their business endeavors! Find new products, learn new facts and be inspired by their ingenuity.
Along the Fencerow ~ Lori Bowman
Along the Fencerow is a business I started in 2017 after I purchased my first goats. My parents required that, in order to get goats, I would establish a way they could “earn their keep”—so I decided to make goat milk soaps and lotions. I look forward to seeing you. Your skin will appreciate it!
Audrey’s Creations ~ Audrey Randolph
Get all your handmade sewn accessories at Creative Apple Boutique—headbands, bows, scrunchies, masks, and more.
C. D. Hulen Books ~ Christian Hulen
Nail-biting tension and mystery? Captivating and compelling narratives? Look no further than C. D. Hulen’s page-turning novel, Abort—a short science fiction novel that addresses the sanctity of life, the dangers of Christless conservatism, and the need for Christ when confronting the issue of abortion.
Canary Academy Online, Inc. ~ Nasiyah Isra-Ul
An online homeschool academy, resource center, and consultancy organization working to create equitable and innovative homeschool opportunities for families.
Cassandra Grace Designs ~ Cassandra Grace Beiler
Cassandra Grace handcrafts artisan bracelets, earrings, and pendants.
Chutzpah Earrings ~ Tabitha Ruffin
Beautiful, hand-crafted, trendy tassel earrings—proper and becoming for every occasion and event. Each item is creatively designed with color, functionality, and elegance in mind by caring and enthusiastic teens.
Daydream Jewelry ~ Sophia Erwin
Handmade necklaces, anklets, bracelets, earrings, and rings.
Fae’s Obsessionz/illusion ~ Karina Livingston
Jewelry, simple, intricate, and unique crocheted items from stuffed animals to bags—all handmade with love!
Grace Inspirational Designs ~ Emily Grace Larimore
Discover inspirational art through mixed media, natural healthcare beauty, jewelry by design, and much more.
John’s Squishy Shell Shop ~ Johnathan Weekly
Come get your squishies and large Florida apple snail shells!
Joy Jewelry and Art ~ Kelly Morrison
Beautiful and unique purses, bags, jewelry, and art, made with joy!
Made by Meadow / Created by Jaden ~ Jaden Hight
Jaden strives to create custom art you love through wire jewelry and digital art. She also has created logos, advertisements, and branding for other small businesses.
Piano Praise Productions and Inspirational Music and Designs, LLC. ~ Kyle Larimore
Inspirational praise music and video productions. Audio/visual stories and small productions. Mixed media art platform.
Pretzel Dragon Art ~ Kiera Gregg
Pretzel Dragon Art is a small business bringing imagination to life through art inspired by God’s creation. Kiera illustrates worlds and creatures in realistic detail, offering a fresh perspective on creativity and beauty.
Psalm 24 Soap ~ Avery Heisey
Psalm 24 Soap Company is a teen-owned company founded in 2019. We specialize in handcrafted cold-processed soaps using ingredients that give a luxurious lather. Visit our booth to experience all of our different scents!
Savvy Stitches ~ Kalista Stephenson
A young business providing beautiful handmade items, specializing in quilt work and baby blankets.
The application form will re-open in February 2025.
Convention Sponsors
Many, many thanks to our convention sponsors!
They have invested heavily in homeschool families—in YOU—to help keep our convention prices as low as possible and support homeschooling in Virginia. Please join us in thanking them for their generosity!
