A 2-week live series for handmade business owners who are tired of feeling weird, behind, or slightly nauseous every time they think about their books.
Let’s just say it.
If bookkeeping feels harder than it “should”…
it’s not because you’re lazy.
It’s not because you’re irresponsible.
And it’s definitely not because you’re incapable.
It’s because handmade businesses are messy in ways traditional bookkeeping advice does not account for.
You were given the basics.
You were not given the whole picture.
This series fills in what was missing — so you can stop blaming yourself for systems that were never designed for you in the first place.
Clarity first.
No fake urgency.
No “fix your bookkeeping in 5 days” nonsense.
But yes — we are going to look at the real-world shit.
This Is Not a Bookkeeping Bootcamp….
You will not be asked to:
- rebuild your entire bookkeeping system
- catch up on six months of transactions
- color-code your life
- “clean up your books before tax time”
- download 14 spreadsheets you’ll never open again
This series is orientation — not execution.
Because most handmade business owners don’t need another productivity plan.
They need to understand what the hell is actually going on.
You were told:
- separate business and personal money
- track income and expenses
- open a business checking account
All good advice.
But that advice doesn’t explain:
- why your inventory spending never lines up neatly with your sales
- why your bank balance feels disconnected from your profit
- why you buy supplies in bulk and then feel guilty about it
- why fees, platforms, and materials make everything look chaotic
This series bridges that gap.
So when you do sit down to handle the books, it makes sense instead of feeling like punishment.
Registration closes January 18 at 6:00 PM Eastern.
Who This Is For
This is for you if:
- you run a handmade, creative, or craft-based business
- you avoid your books and then feel bad about avoiding your books
- you’ve tried to “get better at money” but it still feels foggy
- you want clarity, not complexity
- you’re tired of the low-grade shame humming in the background
You do not need to be organized.
You do not need to be caught up.
You do not need to fix anything before you show up.
But you do need to be willing to stop pretending the confusion will magically disappear on its own.
Registration closes January 18 at 6:00 PM Eastern.
How the Series Works
This is a 2-week guided live series with five sessions.
You’re encouraged to attend live — it helps things click faster.
If you can’t make every session?
Welcome to being a business owner with an actual life.
All sessions will be available as a replay series you can purchase and move through at your own pace.
- Early bird replay access: $49 through the end of Session 3
- Regular replay access: $99 after that
Some people will show up live to every session.
Some will pop in when they can.
Some will watch the replays with a cup of coffee when their brain is quieter.
All valid.
Session Schedule (dates + time)
5 live sessions over 2 weeks (January 19-29, 2:00 PM Eastern)
Live sessions are free to attend.
All sessions begin at 2:00 PM Eastern
(Convert to your local time.)
- Tuesday, January 19
- Thursday, January 21
- Monday, January 25
- Wednesday, January 27
- Friday, January 29
Registration closes on January 18 at 6:00 PM Eastern
What We’ll Cover
Over two weeks, we’ll talk about:
- why money feels overwhelming in handmade businesses
- where traditional bookkeeping advice breaks down
- the common situations that make makers think they’re “bad at money”
- what financial clarity actually looks like when you have inventory, materials, and inconsistent income
- where to go next if you want real support
No step-by-step system.
No overwhelming to-do list.
No “just wake up at 5am and try harder” garbage.
Just context.
Because once you have context, things stop feeling so personal.
About Support + Tools
You’ll hear me mention ways people get ongoing support — including the 10-Minute Bookkeeper system.
There’s no pressure to buy anything.
The goal is clarity first – – and then letting you make decisions later.
About the Sessions
Session 1 – Why Money Feels So Stressful in Handmade Businesses
When you make the product, price the product, and sell the product… money doesn’t feel neutral.
It feels like judgement.
We’ll talk about:
- why money gets tangled up with identity in creative businesses
- how shame sneaks into bookkeeping (even when no one says it out loud)
- why avoidance is common — and what it usually means
You’re not here to “heal your relationship with money.”
You’re here to understand why your brain reacts the way it does — so you can stop interpreting it as a character flaw.
Session 2 – Why Traditional Bookkeeping Advice Doesn’t Fit Handmade Businesses
If you’ve ever thought:
“This advice makes sense….but not for me.”
You’re right.
We’ll look at:
- how handmade businesses actually earn and spend money
- why traditional bookkeeping advice assume predictability you don’t have
- why the problem isn’t you — it’s the template you were handed
This session usually creates a lot of “ohhhhhh” moments.
That’s not magic. That’s finally seeing the full picture.
Session 3 – What It Looks Like to Make Peace With Your Business Finances
Once the confusion fades, things change.
Not because you suddenly love spreadsheets, software, or math.
But because you stop feeling attacked by your own numbers.
We’ll explore:
- what financial clarity really means for handmade businesses
- what shifts when you stop seeing money as a threat
- what support can look like — without pressure to buy anything
Again: orientation, not execution.
You’re here to understand first. Action comes after that.
Session 4 – Common Money Situations Handmade Business Owners Struggle With
This is where we get into the real-life stuff.
We’ll talk through:
- inconsistent income
- inventory and supply spending
- falling behind and not knowing where to start
- the “I made money but where did it go?” spiral
The goal is not to fix your entire situation in one afternoon.
The goal is to separate what’s normal… from what’s actually a problem.
That distinction alone reduces about 60% of the mental noise.
Session 5 – Q&A + Where to Go From Here
This final session is open and practical.
We’ll:
- answer common questions
- talk about next steps (if you want them)
- share where to get ongoing support
Nothing is required.
You’ll leave with information — and the ability to decide what to do next like an adult business owner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will we be doing any actual bookkeeping during this event?
No.
We’re not entering transactions together.
We’re not reconciling accounts live.
Because most makers don’t struggle with mechanics first.
They struggle with confusion.
Clear that up — and the mechanics get easier.
Why host a bookkeeping/money event that doesn’t include actual bookkeeping? I’m confused…..
That’s a fair question.
Most people don’t need another how-to video.
They need to understand:
- why inventory throws everything off
- why inconsistent sales make cash flow feel chaotic
- why traditional “just track everything” advice isn’t enough
Once you see what’s actually happening, you stop making it mean something about you.
What do you mean by “incomplete information”?
Many handmade business owners were taught the basics:
• Separate personal and business accounts
• Open a business checking account
• Track your income & expenses
And then… not much else.
What’s often missing is clear guidance on inventory, cost of goods, what to track weekly, and how it all connects.
That missing middle is what creates confusion and resistance.
This series fills in that context so bookkeeping feels more understandable — and more manageable.
Ready to join us?
Want support with your books now? Learn more about the 10-Minute Bookkeeper Handmade Business Spreadsheet Bookkeeping System.