The Hot Spot

$HSTPF500 #501

CategoryPersonal-Care Businesses

SubcategoryMiscellaneous Personal-Care Businesses

Locations26

Franchisee Count22

Franchise Fee$39,500

Item 7 Low$82,600

Item 7 Midpoint$119,400

Item 7 High$156,200

Royalty Fees5% of biweekly Gross Revenue, or a monthly minimum of $100 during the second year of operations, $200 during the third and fourth years of operation, $300 during the fifth and subsequent years of operation and thereafter, whichever is greater

Ad / Brand Fund1%

Sold Not Open16

ParentThe Hot Spot Studios LLC

Founded2023

Completeness34/34 (100%)

Years in Business13

Began FranchisingAugust 2023

HQSparks, NV

Executives4

LinksWeb

Main Phone1-800-764-4049

Emailadmin@thehotspotstudios.com

FDD IssuedApril 14, 2026

Last UpdatedAug 24, 2026

FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2024 · 2023 🔒

Franchisor

The Hot Spot Studios LLC offers franchises for the establishment and operation of do-it-yourself arts and crafts studios featuring pottery painting, candle making, canvas painting, and other creative activities in a family-friendly environment.

Franchisees must purchase and maintain computer systems and software that meet the franchisor's specifications, including the Square POS System and necessary telecommunications equipment. Ongoing monthly software subscription fees to approved suppliers are also required.

Read The Hot Spot’s complete April 14, 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document — plus 3 prior years on file. Founder level — $19/mo — also unlocks Item 19 revenue, financial strength and unit trajectory across all 3,850 brands on FranDeals.