To inspire you to exploit your talents, I offer this link to 12 unique business ideas that not only tap into a small but meaningful market niche but make maximum use of the business owner’s skills, talents and abilities.  This happy union is the goal of my self-coaching guide.

These 12 small businesses are recipients of a small grant, and the resulting validation from Spoonflower.

Spoonflower is an on on-line site offering unique design patterns and the ability to order the pattern of your choice on the product of your choice.  The business describes itself as “Supporting independent designers as the world’s largest marketplace for eco-friendly, printed-on-demand:fabric, wallpaper or gift wrap.

Besides offering one-of-a-kind products, Spoonflower supports the designers who make their niche possible.  This year they offered small grants to 12 business owners whose small businesses create unique handmade products. Each winning business servicesa small market niche, from embroidery to escape coats and fly fishing to rock climbing.

Check it out.