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Creating a successful small manufacturing business requires more than just making amazing products - read on to learn tips & tricks on inventory, operations, marketing and bookkeeping.

inventory management

What is a Bill of Materials? Examples for Small Manufacturing Businesses

This article explains what bill of materials (BoM) are, why they are important to small manufacturers. We'll also go through some examples of single and multi level Boms.

· 13 min read

handmade success

How to Start a Handmade Jewelry Making Business

A handmade jewelry making business can be a fun and rewarding way to earn a living. With a little creativity, patience, and practice, you can create beautiful pieces of jewelry that people will love to wear. Here are a few tips and tricks to get you started on your jewelry making journey.

· 7 min read

handmade success

How do small businesses keep track of inventory for free?

There are many different ways that small businesses can keep track of their inventory for free. We discuss the pros and cons of each so you can choose the right one for your business.

· 4 min read

handmade success

What is Faire Wholesale? The Ultimate Guide

We discuss Faire Wholesale, the online handmade wholesale marketplace - how it works, what are the fees for selling on this platform and what markups you should use.

· 7 min read

handmade success

The Summer Slump - what to do when your craft sales are slow

When your handmade craft 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.

· 8 min read

inventory management

Guide to Material Traceability for small manufacturers

In both small and large manufacturing environments, material traceability is critical to ensure the quality and safety of your products.
· 6 min read

bookkeeping tax

Colorado's New Retail Delivery Fee: What You Need to Know

This blog post discusses Colorado's new Retail Delivery Fee (RDF) and how it impacts Etsy sellers. It includes information on what the tax is for, how it works, and who needs to be aware of it.

· 2 min read

product updates

Track your Faire inventory using Craftybase

Our new integration with Faire will enable brands to track their inventory, orders and products on this popular wholesale platform.

· 2 min read

bookkeeping tax

How does Etsy handle Marketplace Facilitator Tax? (updated for 2022)

What every Etsy seller needs to know in 2022 about Etsy Marketplace Sales Taxes.

· 2 min read

handmade success

How to Get in Touch With Etsy Customer Support: The Ultimate Guide

Struggling to get in touch with Etsy customer support? This guide will show you how to do it the right way - and fast.

· 5 min read

handmade success

How Much Does It Cost to Run an Etsy Shop? [Aug 2022]

Etsy is a popular e-commerce platform for selling handmade and vintage items. But how much does it cost to run an Etsy shop? In this article, we'll break down the different fees you need to be aware of when selling on Etsy, and how to calculate pricing to make profits.

· 7 min read

handmade success

Best software for Small Jewelry Inventory Businesses

This blog post looks at the different software options available for small jewelry retail inventory businesses. Learn about the best software solutions on the market for jewelry makers, including features and pricing.

· 5 min read

handmade success

Why you need to create a Bill of Materials (BOM) for your handmade products

Bill of Materials tracking can lead to being more organised and saving a ton of money. We show you how to get started with BOMs.

· 5 min read

handmade success

How much inventory should I start with on Etsy?

As a new Etsy seller, you may be wondering how much inventory you should start with. Our blog post will give you some guidance based on what you make.

· 6 min read

handmade success

6 Simple Ways to Organize your Raw Material Inventory as a Crafter

By following these simple steps, we show you how to become a more organized, and more efficient crafter.

· 5 min read

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