#the sims 4 businesses and hobbies

[miunachan]

Ultimate List of Business Ideas ♥ [UPDATED]

Hi ❀ʕ·ᴥ·ʔ

Today, after hours of brainstorming and collecting impressions, I proudly present to you the ultimate list of business ideas for the newly released Businesses & Hobbies pack ✧. ✲ﾟ･｡✧･ﾟ

I've categorized the business ideas to provide a more structured overview, because there are so many  (๑❛ʚ❛๑). They are sorted into the following categories: 📌 Service-based small businesses 🍽️ Restaurants & entertainment venues 🛍️ Retail & creative shops 🛠️ Craft & manufacturing businesses 🎭 Fantasy & unconventional businesses.

Also for some of these ideas, I recommend using CC or mods to deepen the immersion, but that's completely up to you — sometimes using your own imagination does the trick too~ The recommended or sometimes necessary packs are included behind the business idea as well as CC/mod recommendation markers ❀✿❀

If you feel like something's missing, please comment your idea(s) and I will happily add them to the list so that the compendium can continue to grow (◕ω◕✿)

My other story ideas ✧. ✲ﾟ･｡✧･ﾟ ✿ Soft & Cozy Story Ideas ✿ Very Dramatic Story Ideas

Please take a look at my Patreon for more cute Sims 4 stuff~ You can find the original post here.

As always, happy simming! - MiunaChan ♥

📌 Service-Based Small Businesses

💉 Tattoo Studio (Hobbies & Businesses) 💆 Wellness Studio/Spa (Spa Day) 💅 Nail Salon (Spa Day) 💇 Hair Salon/Barbershop (CC/mods recommended) 💆‍♂️ Massage Center (Spa Day) 🧖 Sauna / Onsen Retreat (Spa Day, Snowy Escape) 🏋️ Gym & Personal Training (Fitness Stuff, Spa Day) 🧘 Yoga Studio (Spa Day) 🏔️ Rock Climbing Tours (Snowy Escape) ⛸️ Ice Skating Rink (Seasons) 🎢 Roller Skating Rink (Seasons) 🏊 Pool (Seasons) 📖 Library

👶 Daycare for Infants & Toddlers (Seasons, Parenthood) 🤓 Preschool (Parenthood, High School Years) 🐱 Pet Daycare (Cats & Dogs) 🐕 Pet Training & Agility Classes (Cats & Dogs)

🏨 Hotel/Motel (Get to Work) 🧺 Laundrette (Laundry Day Stuff) 🎉 Event Planning Agency (My Wedding Stories) 🏥 Cosmetic Surgery Clinic (CC/mods recommended) 🗣️ Public Relations Agency

🏕️ Campground & Outdoor Retreat (Outdoor Retreat) 🏞️ Private Garden Maze & Fishing Lake (Cottage Living) 🏫 Lecture Hall & Public Speaking Center 🤖 Robotics Workshop (Discover University) 🎭 Improv Theater & Acting School (Get Famous, Get to Work) 📖 Creative Writing & Journalism Workshops 👗 Etiquette & Manners School (My Wedding Stories) 💻 Coding Bootcamp & IT Training 🎮 E-Sports & Gaming Coaching

🍽️ Restaurants & Entertainment Venues

💻 Internet Café 🐾 Pet Café (Cats & Dogs) 🎲 Tabletop & Board Game Café 🧋 Bubble Tea Shop (High School Years)

🍔 Fast-Food Restaurant (Dine Out) 🥐 Bistro (Cozy Bistro Kit, Dine Out) ☕ Traditional Tea House (Snowy Escape) 🥦 Vegan Specialty Store (Cottage Living) 🥘 Food Market & Culinary Stalls (Cottage Living, City Living)

🎤 Bar/Lounge/Nightclub/Karaoke Club (City Living, Get Together) 🎸 Live Music & Jazz Club 😂 Comedy Club 🎥 Cinema (Movie Hangout Stuff) 🎳 Bowling Alley (Bowling Night Stuff)

🍦 Ice Cream Parlor (Seasons) 🎂 Bakery/Pastry Shop (Dine Out) 🚚 Food Truck (Snowy Escape, Cottage Living) 🧑‍🍳 Cooking Classes & Culinary School (Dine Out, Cottage Living)

🍇 Vineyard & Wine Tasting (Cottage Living) 🍸 Barista & Mixology Courses 🏰 Medieval Tavern (Get Together, Seasons) 🎭 Movie Studio Tour (Get Famous) 🏦 Museum & Science Exhibition (Discover University)

🛍️ Retail & Creative Shops

🌸 Flower Shop (Seasons) 💐 Flower Arranging School (Seasons) 🕯️ Candle Shop (Eco Lifestyle) 🏺 Pottery Studio (Hobbies & Businesses)

🖼️ Art Gallery (Get to Work) 🎨 Artist’s Studio & Creative Workshops (City Living) 📚 Bookstore (Get to Work) 📖 Comic Book & Nerd Store (City Living, Journey to Batuu) 🖌️ Art Studio & Painting Classes (City Living, Get to Work)

🧸 Toy Store 🛎️ Souvenir Shop (Island Living, Snowy Escape, Journey to Batuu) 🔮 Crystal & Occult Store (Realm of Magic, Crystal Creations Kit) 💎 Crystal Workshop (Crystal Creations Kit) 🏺 Antique Shop (Eco Lifestyle) 🔥 Fireworks Shop (Seasons) 🎵 Record & Music Instrument Store (City Living) 🎸 Music School (City Living)

📷 Photography Studio & Workshops (Get to Work, City Living) 🧥 Thrift Store (High School Years, Eco Lifestyle) 👘 Costume & Formal Wear Rental (CC/mods recommended)

🛠️ Craft & Manufacturing Businesses

🪑 Furniture Workshop (Eco Lifestyle) 💍 Jewelry Design Studio (Crystal Creations Kit) 👗 Bridal Boutique (My Wedding Stories) 💡 Lamp & Lighting Workshop 🎸 Musical Instrument Crafting (City Living) 👠 Shoe Workshop (CC/mods recommended) 👜 Handbag & Leather Goods Studio (CC/mods recommended) 👕 Tailoring & Fashion Design (CC/mods recommended)

🏡 Tiny House Design & Sales (Tiny Houses, Eco Lifestyle) 🌱 Gardening & Herbalism Workshops (Cottage Living, Realm of Magic) 🔧 DIY & Handicraft Workshops (Eco Lifestyle)

🎭 Fantasy & Unconventional Businesses (CC/Mods Recommended)

🕵️ Private Detective Agency (Get to Work) 💘 Dating Agency 🧹 Cleaning Service 🧠 Psychological Counseling & Therapy 🏚️ Second-Hand Furniture Store (Eco Lifestyle)

🎨 Black Market for Stolen Art (Get to Work, Jungle Adventure) 🧑‍🔬 Secret Alchemy Lab (Realm of Magic) 🎲 Backyard Poker Club 🎰 Gambling Den or Casino (Get to Work) 💻 Cybercriminal Hacker Hideout (Get to Work) 🏚️ Brothel 💋 Woohoo Playrooms 🔮 Medium/Psychic Business (Realm of Magic) 🧪 Potion Bar (Realm of Magic) 🕍 Cemetery & Tombstone Sales (Live and Death, Realm of Magic) 🦇 Secret Occult Society (Vampires, Werewolves, Realm of Magic) 🏕️ Nudist Colony 🕹️ Arcade & Retro Gaming Lounge (High School Years, City Living) 💭 Bubble Blower Lounge (City Living) ⛪ Church

[simayush]

ART SPACE [business & hobbies]

・NO CC ・Lot size: 30х20 ・Location:  Nordhaven, Fisher's Horizon. ・Dont forget bb.moveobjects on.

In the new town, I created an Art space where you can organise your small business! Art gallery, pottery workshop, tattoo studio, drawing studio, and you can also open your own bar there. And on the second floor there is an apartment with a room for a manicurist or stylist.

DOWNLOAD (sfs) / DOWNLOAD (boosty)

[simsontherope]

I'm pretty happy with the CAS content from the B&H EP!

I put together a small lookbook with a few styles, but there are so many other items I would have liked to use!

[ceeplays]

Nordhaven Acting Academy 🎥 | CC FREE

If you're a lover of the arts and want to be mentored by the acting masters of Nordhaven, look no further than the prestigious Nordhaven Acting Academy. Featuring a media production studio, a theater for private screenings, and world-renowned hair and makeup styling. (Also features a cozy studio apartment on the top floor).

More photos & download info below the cut.

Lot Size: 30x20 Cost: §183,408 Location: Fisher's Horizon/Nordhaven Lot Type: Residential

Gallery ID: Ceeplays Download: Gallery / Tray Files (Ad-Free/GoogleDrive)

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I hope you all enjoy & please don't re-upload or claim as your own! As always, feel free to reach out with any questions. Have a lovely day & happy simming! ♡

@maxismatchccworld @publicvanillabuilds @mmfinds @vanillafinds @sssvitlanz @s4realtor

[tayesimz]

Meet Caleb He owns his own nightclub

[silenceinthesims]

new outfits from businesses & hobbies expansion are simply AWESOME 🖤

[auniqasims]

Unnamed male sim - wearing clothes from the Sims 4 Businesses & Hobbies

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FYI:

Shoes, pants, tops, outfits and chain necklace are EA

Everything else is by @daylifesims, @sentate, @serenity-cc & @pralinesims respectively.

[amethystamanda]

Ingenius Ingvar Short

The Ingenius Ingvar Cool Display Case edited and chopped down to two shelves. Two versions: one with a lip at the front of the top shelf, one with a frame.

Extra slots have been added. The slots that were there are straightened out a bit--less overlapping, more symmetry. You may need to use move objects to place things in all slots at the same time.

The version with the frame is very very slightly taller. Only really noticeable if you place them side by side or against a very specific height of half wall.

The top shelf is still refrigerated. It still works as a small business surface.

In all eleven original swatches. The top shelf may look darker in some swatches than in the original, but that's because it's to it no longer being behind glass.

Lights up very nicely in the dark.

It was requested, and since I'd been beating my head up against mod tuning that didn't want to behave, I thought it sounded like a nice thing to do to get that out of my head. I ended up fighting with glass instead. My head does hurt less though, so it was a victory.

Updates:

March 17, 2025:

Updated to add a version with a frame all the way around the top. When I made the original, I altered the top shelf to fill the space, like you could remove the shelf. Someone asked for a version with a frame all the way around, so here it is.

Updated the original to fix a visual glitch that's only visible if you're looking up from the floor.

The original file name has been changed.

March 17, 2025, update 2:

Slots much improved. Also many more. Cotton candy trays still don't like to behave in them, but see above for screenshots of nice displays by Waffle, who requested this in the first place. Use move objects.

Slots on the original game objects edited here.

Requires Businesses & Hobbies.

Download: https://www.patreon.com/posts/ingenius-ingvar-124529360

[kemmmmmmmmmmmmmm]

Tattoo studio "Two Needles" + two tattoo artists|no CC

- Lot type - small business venue - Size - 20х20

DOWNLOAD (free access 05.05.25)

[swampsim]

Ingenius Retail Shelves w/ Slots and Colors!

EA gave us this shelf, able to hold 2 small items and a medium at the same time, or something. So I added dozens upon dozens of slots and 10 more colors, to make them more useful.

REQUIRES BUSINESSES & HOBBIES I THINK

Ingenius Retail Shelves

[kqhartx]

Hotel + Bar + Loft Apartment.☁️

#eapartner Hello! This time i've made a Gammelvik Hotel + Bar and Loft Apartment with the Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack. It's fully functional & Furnished. The hotel has 4 rooms and a Coffee Bar. The bar next to the Hotel is perfect for a night out and above the bar you will find a perfect Industrial Loft Apartment. I hope you like it!

☁️No CC.🎈

Stop Motion Speed build: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=FB9DA1_aM2I

Social’s:

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Trayfiles: https://www.patreon.com/c/kqhartx

[miunachan]

Soft & Cozy Story Ideas ♥

Hey ✿

This time I wanted to share with you a few soft & cozy gameplay/story ideas for The Sims 4 ♥ They are pretty ✧basic✧ and easy to play after a long and exhausting day just to chill out🌿

Most of the ideas are also base game compatible, nevertheless I included recommended but optional packs ❀ Feel free to comment your cozy story ideas and I will happily add them to this list~

Here is the original post. And in case you like cute Sims 4 stuff, please take a look at my Patreon ♥

My other story ideas ✧. ✲ﾟ･｡✧･ﾟ ✿ Ultimate List of Business Ideas ✿ Very Dramatic Story Ideas

Happy simming =^◕⩊◕^= ~ MiunaChan ♥

🌾 Simdew Valley

She has inherited an old, run-down farm from a distant relative. With nothing but a few basic tools and a lot of determination, she sets out to restore it to its former glory. She cares for animals, grows fresh produce, and slowly transforms the neglected land into a thriving homestead. Will she turn it into a successful business or simply enjoy the peaceful farm life?

Recommended Packs: Cottage Living, Horse Ranch, Seasons, Businesses & Hobbies

👶 Cozy Parenthood Journey

She always dreamed of having a family, and now that dream is coming true! From decorating the nursery to knitting tiny clothes, every day is filled with excitement and preparation for the new arrival. Once the baby is born, she embraces the cozy chaos of late-night feedings, lullabies, and first steps. Will she find the perfect balance between self-care, family life, and her own dreams?

Recommended Packs: Growing Together, Nifty Knitting, Parenthood

🧙‍♂️ The Thanatology Scholar

Fascinated by the mysteries of life and death, your Sim immerses themselves in the study of thanatology. They attend lectures, read ancient texts, and experiment with spiritual practices. Along the way, they uncover hidden truths and develop a special connection to the spirit world.

Recommended Packs: Life and Death, Realm of Magic, Paranormal Stuff

🖌 Artist’s Peaceful Retreat

She retreats to a charming lakeside cottage to finally dedicate herself fully to her art. Every day is spent painting, sculpting, or writing – inspired by the breathtaking nature around her. Will she sell her first masterpiece or simply create for her own joy?

Recommended Packs: Dream Home Decorator, City Living, Businesses & Hobbies

🔮 Enchanted Village Life

She has always felt drawn to the mystical and unknown. When she moves into a tiny, ivy-covered cottage at the edge of the forest, strange things begin to happen — her garden flourishes overnight, fireflies seem to whisper secrets, and the old spellbook on the dusty shelf calls to her. As she brews herbal teas, crafts protective charms, and befriends a mischievous fox, she slowly uncovers the magic hidden within herself. Will she embrace her new life as the village’s gentle witch?

Recommended Packs: Realm of Magic, Cottage Living, Paranormal Stuff

🧘‍♀️ Zen Retreat

Seeking inner peace and balance, your Sim leaves behind the hustle and bustle of everyday life to run a small wellness retreat. They spend their days practicing yoga, meditating, and offering relaxing massages to visitors. As they help others find tranquility, they may just discover a deeper sense of harmony within themselves.

Recommended Packs: Spa Day, Snowy Escape, Businesses & Hobbies

🌊 Mermaid’s Hidden Cove

Deep beneath the waves, your Sim has always felt a special connection to the ocean. One day, they discover a hidden cove, teeming with magic and mystery. As they embrace their mermaid heritage, they explore underwater secrets, befriend turtles, and gather treasures lost to time. Will they remain in the depths forever, or will they find a way to balance life on land and sea?

Recommended Packs: Island Living, Realm of Magic, Outdoor Retreat

🐶 Pet Whisperer

She has a heart for animals and takes in stray dogs and cats. Her little home is filled with love, fluffy friends, and daily adventures in the park. Maybe one day, she’ll even adopt a horse and expand her cozy home?

Recommended Packs: Cats & Dogs, Horse Ranch, My First Pet Stuff

🚐 Van Life Adventure

She has left her old life behind and now lives in a renovated van. Every day is a new place, new encounters, and cozy evenings with a guitar by the campfire. Will she eventually settle down, or will she stay on the road forever?

Recommended Packs: Snowy Escape, Outdoor Retreat

☕ Little Book Café

She has always dreamed of owning her own café – and now it's finally happening! Her little shop is the perfect retreat for book lovers who want to enjoy a cappuccino and a good story. Can she turn her tiny café into a beloved gathering place for creative souls?

Recommended Packs: Get Together, Get to Work, Businesses & Hobbies

🍎 Classic Cottagecore Dream

She has escaped the city and bought a little cottage in the countryside. Here, she lives the dream of a simple life: feeding chickens, growing vegetables, making homemade jam, and writing letters to a mysterious pen pal. Who knows – maybe the mailman will soon bring more than just bills?

Recommended Packs: Cottage Living, Seasons, Eco Lifestyle

🏡 Tiny Home Escape

The call of minimalism has reached her! She sold her big house and now lives in a self-built tiny home. She discovers how little she really needs – and how much joy comes from living with nature and focusing on what truly matters.

Recommended Packs: Tiny Living, Eco Lifestyle, Outdoor Retreat

📚 Cozy College Life

Your Sim isn’t here to party hard — they’re here to enjoy the simple joys of student life. Early morning coffee runs, study sessions in a sunlit library, and cozy nights spent journaling in their dorm. They join a book club, decorate their tiny student apartment with fairy lights, and take peaceful walks around campus. Will they graduate with honors, or will they discover that learning is about more than just grades?

Recommended Packs: Discover University, High School Years

🎶 Slow Life Musician

She enjoys a relaxed life in a small apartment. By day, she works in a record store; by night, she plays guitar at a cozy café. Music is her lifeblood – will she one day write a song that changes her life forever?

Recommended Packs: City Living, Get Famous

🍰 Comfort Baking Challenge

Baking is her passion! Every day, she tries new recipes and invites friends and neighbors to taste her latest creations. Maybe one day, she’ll even open a little cupcake shop?

Recommended Packs: Home Chef Hustle, Get to Work, Businesses & Hobbies

🌿 Secret Garden

Her tiny garden is her pride and joy. She spends her days tending to plant, growing herbs, and creating a beautiful flower bed. Will she start her own flower shop or discover the magic of healing herbs?

Recommended Packs: Seasons, Eco Lifestyle, Cottage Living

🧶 Cozy Grandparent Life

Knitting, gardening, and baking fill her days – until she stumbles upon an old love letter she never sent. Her heart races. Could her first love still be out there somewhere? And if so, what will happen if they meet again after all these years?

Recommended Packs: Nifty Knitting, Growing Together, My Wedding Stories

[mikkimur-sims]

Nordhaven Part 1 | Save File No CC

4 new buildings CC Free (Candy Shop & Laundry & Apartments, Day Care Center, Tattoo Shop & Apartments Pottery & Apartments).

[sims-dynasty]

*** Now Available on Patreon *** Link

Step into Inkfinity, the hottest new tattoo studio in town, where creativity knows no bounds! This sleek and modern shop is the perfect hub for Sims who are ready to make their mark.

Inkfinity offers cutting-edge tattoo stations for creating timeless masterpieces. The chic and vibrant reception area keeps Sims comfortable and excited, while the stylish waiting lounge sets just the right vibes to calm pre-tattoo nerves.

Above the studio lies a stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment, perfect for Sims who live to create. The space includes a cozy living area and a luxurious rooftop patio, ideal for relaxing or hosting unforgettable gatherings under the stars.

Inkfinity isn’t just a tattoo shop—it’s a lifestyle. Whether your Sims are seasoned entrepreneurs or artistic dreamers, this build has everything they need to thrive. Ready to create a legacy? Let Inkfinity be the start of something unforgettable! 🖤🎉

Apartment is not decorated but is move in ready.

Patreon items are not included.

[miasimxo]

Hey yall,

I'm making this post to find out everyone's opinion on the new pack! I've heard mixed things, some say it's fun, some say it's broken. Thoughts from those who have it so far? 💼💖

[acexluvbackup]

Momoka Set

💖✨ NEW RELEASE: “Momoka Set” – The Ultimate Kawaii Nail Set for The Sims 4! ✨💖

Get ready to take your Sims’ nail game to the next level with the Momoka Set, a dreamy, ultra-glam nail collection that’s all about bold colors, kawaii details, and next-level style! 💅🏽💖

🌟 What’s Included? ✔ Long, stiletto-shaped nails for the ultimate slay 🔥💖 ✔ Intricate Japanese-inspired designs 🇯🇵🎀 ✔ Glossy finish & high-fashion aesthetic ✨ ✔ Perfect for every look – from casual cute to statement glam! 💅🏽👑

This set is available NOW HERE

Make sure your Sims are serving major nail goals with the Momoka Set! 💅🏽💖✨

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