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How to Hire Your First Employee for Your Maker Business (2026 Guide)

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How to Hire Your First Employee for Your Maker Business (2026 Guide)

Ready to hire your first employee? This practical guide covers employment types, contractor agreements, a legal hiring checklist, and how to calculate the true cost of a hire — for makers and handmade business owners.

· 20 min read
How to Pay Yourself as a Sole Proprietor — Owner's Draw vs Salary Explained

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How to Pay Yourself as a Sole Proprietor — Owner's Draw vs Salary Explained

Sole proprietors pay themselves via owner's draw. S-Corp owners take a salary. Here's how each works, how much to take, and why knowing your COGS comes first.

· 16 min read
How to Start a Bath Bomb Business — A Complete Guide for Makers

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How to Start a Bath Bomb Business — A Complete Guide for Makers

Wondering how you can begin making and selling bath bombs? Our guide covers everything from your first batch to pricing for profit, FDA requirements, and where to sell.

· 16 min read
How to Hire a Virtual Assistant for Your Etsy Business (and What to Delegate)

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How to Hire a Virtual Assistant for Your Etsy Business (and What to Delegate)

Running an Etsy shop solo is exhausting. Here's how to find a virtual assistant, what to delegate first, and how to share access safely without handing over your passwords.

· 13 min read
Types of Candle Wax — Pros and Cons (2026 Maker's Guide)

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Types of Candle Wax — Pros and Cons (2026 Maker's Guide)

We discuss the pros and cons of different waxes commonly used in candle making, so you can choose the best one for your products with confidence.

· 17 min read
How to conduct a simple candle burn test

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How to conduct a simple candle burn test

We show you how to conduct a simple burn test for your candles.

· 15 min read
How to Apply for Amazon Handmade in 2025 (Step-by-Step Guide)

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How to Apply for Amazon Handmade in 2025 (Step-by-Step Guide)

The Amazon Handmade application process has changed significantly since the program launched. This guide walks through the current 2025 steps — from setting up a Professional Seller account to getting approved and listing your first handmade products.

· 11 min read
How to Add Personalization to Etsy Listings (Step-by-Step)

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How to Add Personalization to Etsy Listings (Step-by-Step)

Personalization is one of the best ways to stand out on Etsy. But it only works if you can actually deliver on every custom request. Here's how to set it up and manage it.

· 10 min read
Best Etsy Integrations for Handmade Sellers (2026 Guide)

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Best Etsy Integrations for Handmade Sellers (2026 Guide)

The right Etsy integrations save you hours every week. Here's how to find them, what categories to look at, and which tools actually matter for handmade sellers.

· 14 min read
Best POS Reader for Etsy Sellers and Handmade Shops (2026 Guide)

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Best POS Reader for Etsy Sellers and Handmade Shops (2026 Guide)

A maker-first comparison of the best POS readers for Etsy sellers and handmade shops at craft fairs — current fees, hardware, and which one fits how you sell.

· 17 min read
Best Etsy Automation Tools for Makers — What Actually Works (2026)

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Best Etsy Automation Tools for Makers — What Actually Works (2026)

Stop spending hours on Etsy admin. Here's what you can genuinely automate — and what no tool can do for you.

· 19 min read
13 Craft Business Podcasts Worth Listening to in 2026 (All Still Active)

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13 Craft Business Podcasts Worth Listening to in 2026 (All Still Active)

13 craft business podcasts actively publishing in 2026: pricing and COGS to Etsy strategy and creative mindset. All verified as still releasing new episodes.

· 14 min read
How to Sell Handmade Products on Consignment (and Track Every Item)

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How to Sell Handmade Products on Consignment (and Track Every Item)

Learn how consignment selling works for handmade makers — how to find the right shops, negotiate agreements, and track your stock across locations so nothing goes missing.

· 22 min read
11 Low Cost Packaging Ideas for Handmade Sellers (That Look Premium)

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11 Low Cost Packaging Ideas for Handmade Sellers (That Look Premium)

Packaging beautifully doesn't have to eat your margins. Here are 11 low cost ideas for handmade sellers that make a real impression — plus why tracking packaging as a COGS line item is the one thing most makers skip.

· 14 min read
Record Keeping for Your Craft Business — A Practical Guide

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Record Keeping for Your Craft Business — A Practical Guide

Good record keeping for your craft business means tracking income, expenses, COGS, and inventory — so tax time doesn't become a crisis. Here's exactly what to track and how.

· 16 min read

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