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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.
We show you how to conduct a simple burn test for your candles.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Stop spending hours on Etsy admin. Here's what you can genuinely automate — and what no tool can do for you.
13 craft business podcasts actively publishing in 2026: pricing and COGS to Etsy strategy and creative mindset. All verified as still releasing new episodes.
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.
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.
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.
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