Inventory, manufacturing process, business success topics for small DTC manufacturers.
bookkeeping tax
Not all business expenses work the same way at tax time. Here's exactly how to tell your direct costs apart from your indirect costs, and why getting it right matters more than you might think.
We walk you through how to get the sales and order data you need from Etsy's reporting and downloading options — updated for the current Etsy Shop Manager interface.
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.
Sole proprietors pay themselves via owner's draw. S-Corp owners take a salary. Here's how each works, how much to take, and why knowing your COGS comes first.
marketing
Black Friday doesn't have to mean losing money. Here's how to run a successful sale as a handmade seller without cutting into your margins.
Instagram has changed completely since 2018. Reels run the algorithm, Stories are a daily habit, and "post 4-5 times a day" is now the fastest way to burn yourself out. Here's what actually works for Etsy sellers in 2026.
compliance
We discuss how you can create certificates of compliance for the handmade products you create for children.
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.
13 craft business podcasts actively publishing in 2026: pricing and COGS to Etsy strategy and creative mindset. All verified as still releasing new episodes.
Worried about sales tax on handmade items? If you sell on Etsy, good news: Etsy handles it for you. Here's what you still need to know.
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