Inventory, manufacturing process, business success topics for small DTC manufacturers.
inventory management
Everything Etsy sellers need to know about tracking materials, finished products, and orders — and when to move beyond spreadsheets.
handmade success
Most candle businesses aren't unprofitable because of bad candles — they're unprofitable because the owner doesn't know what each candle actually costs to make. Here's how to fix that.
Stop lost sales and frustrated customers. Learn proven stockout prevention strategies including reorder points, safety stock calculations, low-stock alerts, and real-time multi-channel inventory sync for makers.
Running out of stock costs you sales. Learn how to track low and out-of-stock items in Shopify, set the right thresholds, and use Craftybase to stay ahead with smart alerts and raw material tracking.
When your Etsy store sales start to slow down, it's easy to panic - we show how to take this situation in your stride and how to turn this to your advantage.
Owner's draw vs. salary, sole prop vs. LLC vs. S-Corp — here's exactly how to pay yourself when you run a small making business.
marketing
We show you how to take advantage of a Black Friday sale without jeopardizing your bottom line.
Looking to expand promoting your handmade products on Instagram? We discuss how to do this successfully.
compliance
We discuss how you can create certificates of compliance for the handmade products you create for children.
bookkeeping tax
We discuss how cash based accounting may not be the best option for your handmade business.
Most bookkeeping tools are built for service businesses. Here's how to find one that actually works when you're making and selling physical products.
The best craft podcasts for makers and handmade business owners — actively publishing in 2026. From Etsy strategy to pricing, find your next listen here.
Confused about sales tax on handmade items? Here's what makers need to know about nexus, marketplace facilitator laws, and your annual tax obligations.
Thinking of tracking your handmade inventory in a spreadsheet? Here's what craft inventory spreadsheets can and can't do for your Etsy or handmade business.
We discuss the different structures available for US businesses, and show you the advantages and disadvantages of each one.
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