Inventory, manufacturing process, business success topics for small DTC manufacturers.
pricing
What does a healthy profit margin actually look like in your niche? Real gross margin benchmarks from 715,000 Craftybase order lines across 11 maker categories — and what the numbers tell you about your pricing.
bookkeeping tax
Etsy doesn't show you your real COGS. Here's how to calculate cost of goods sold as an Etsy seller — materials, labour, overhead — and why it matters more than your revenue.
Wholesale pricing for handmade products isn't just 'charge less' — it's a completely different math. Here's the formula, the margin stack, and why getting your COGS right first is non-negotiable.
Learn how to calculate Cost of Goods Sold for your handmade business. Covers the COGS formula, materials, labour, overhead, weighted average costing, pricing, and Schedule C reporting.
Real COGS benchmark data from 1.3 million order lines across 11 maker niches. Find out if your materials cost percentage is typical — or a warning sign.
inventory management
Selling on Etsy and Shopify? Your COGS is different on each platform — and most makers never account for this. Here's how to track it accurately across both channels.
handmade success
Turn your Cricut into a real income stream. Here are 7 proven ways to sell Cricut-made products in 2026 — with business-focused tips on pricing, materials, and margins.
Starting a craft business means more than making great products. Here's how to choose your niche, price for profit, track your inventory, and set up the systems that keep your business growing.
Starting a jewelry business from home costs less than most people think — but the numbers shift dramatically as you grow. Here's a real cost breakdown by stage, from under $500 to wholesale-ready.
Faire charges brands a 25% commission on first orders from each new retailer, 15% on repeats, plus a $10 transaction fee per order. Here's how that adds up — and how to price for it.
Wax melts have low startup costs, strong repeat-purchase demand, and a growing buyer base. Here's how to turn your first pour into a profitable home business.
Most handmade sellers price too low. Here's how to position your products as premium — and why knowing your true costs is the first step.
Turning a passion for baking dog treats into a profitable business starts with knowing your costs, understanding the rules, and setting up systems from day one.
Thinking about selling wholesale on Faire? This guide covers how Faire works, the commission structure, how to get accepted, wholesale pricing strategy, and managing inventory across two channels.
Candles, soap, resin art — but which crafts actually deliver the best margins? Real material costs, selling prices, and gross margin calculations for 10 handmade products.
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