Every creative business needs a strong foundation. From goal setting and budgeting to choosing systems that work for you, this category helps you build your handmade biz the smart way — one simple step at a time.
If you run a handmade business, you’ve probably had the moment where you look at your bank account and think, “Where did the money go?” This article introduces a practical budgeting series for handmade and creative businesses — helping you understand where your money is going and how to start making decisions about it on purpose.
If bookkeeping only happens at tax time, it will always feel stressful. A weekly bookkeeping reset plan for handmade businesses breaks it into one manageable hour: record income, categorize expenses, check your balances, and review your totals. Small, consistent check-ins keep your business steady — and your creativity protected.
You’ve been told to separate personal and business money… and then left to figure out the rest on your own. So makers guess, overthink, or avoid bookkeeping altogether. In this post, you’ll learn exactly what to track in your handmade business (and what you can safely ignore), so you can stop second-guessing your numbers and focus on the money that actually matters.
Getting financially organized as a handmade business owner doesn’t require perfection or complicated tools. This post shows you how to create simple, maker-friendly bookkeeping systems that reduce chaos, clarify categories, and make weekly bookkeeping feel doable instead of overwhelming.
Owner’s draws are how small business owners pay themselves — but they’re often misunderstood. In this article, you’ll learn what an owner’s draw is, how it works in handmade businesses, and how to record it correctly in your bookkeeping.
This post was originally published in 2020 and has been updated to provide clearer information.
