If you’ve ever wondered where all the money from your handmade business actually goes, this post walks you through the Handmade Business Budget Planner so you can plug in your own numbers and make a real plan for expenses, product costs, taxes, and owner pay before the money disappears.
Money comes into your handmade business… and then somehow there’s still not much left. This post breaks down where the money actually goes, how to spot quiet money leaks, and why owner pay needs to be part of your budget.
If your handmade business income feels all over the place, you’re not doing anything wrong. Learn how to estimate your income based on real sales patterns like markets, seasonal spikes, and slower months—so you can stop guessing and start planning your money.
You’re making sales… so why aren’t you getting paid? Here’s what’s actually happening to your money—and why it keeps disappearing before you ever see it.
Are you feeling burnt out? If so, it’s time to stop and take some time for you! WHEW, I don’t know about you, but the last 3 months have left me feeling pretty burnt out – leaving me feeling exhausted and having trouble concentrating. For many handmade and creative business owners, having our own business …
What are your goals for your handmade/creative biz in 2020?? You may think that’s a silly question, but with year end quickly approaching it seems to be one that is being talked about – A LOT – in many of the Facebook groups that I belong to. Some popular goals for handmade/creative businesses that I’ve …
Wondering if using bookkeeping software or spreadsheets for your handmade or creative business bookkeeping is a better choice? Well, you aren’t alone – it’s a tough question and doing the research makes it an even tougher decision. And, let’s face it, I KNOW that most handmade or creative business owners DETEST doing their books and …
Running a handmade or creative business involves a lot of time, energy, and effort. Today, I’d like to share my 3 favorite tools and a tip for getting organized and being more productive. If you’ve been feeling totally disorganized, like you have no focus, and that you have so many things on your plate that …
