• An instantly downloadable & ready-to-go multi-tabbed spreadsheet file, openable in Excel, Numbers, or Google Sheets that can be used year after year
• A detailed written instruction guide, with screenshots and explanations of applicable accounting terms and concepts used, via Google Docs
• Series of video tutorials with step-by-step instructions on how to use your spreadsheet
• Access to the Accounting Accountability Club on Facebook for support, questions, and monthly office hours
• Monthly checklist & reminder emails

The PDF and video instructions will walk you through the initial set up of your inventory (including how to enter any goods you’ve already got on hand), how to record purchases and sales throughout the year, how to get the numbers you need for tax time and perform a year end count, and how to roll over your spreadsheet to use year after year.

The Inventory for Resellers spreadsheet works for both newbie and experienced creative biz owners who create and sell physical, ready made products. Think clothing retailers, wholesale resellers, supply shops on Etsy, MLM businesses, etc. It works for those that sell online, at local shows and pop up shops, or via a brick & mortar storefront. Sellers with any level (or no level!) of experience using a spreadsheet can use this tool. Our instructional package includes written, photographic, and video step-by-step guides on how to get the most out of your purchase.

This spreadsheet is less suited for those who craft, create, or make their goods from raw materials & supplies, like handmade sellers. If you sell handmade items, you want the Inventory Cost & Pricing spreadsheet for handmade sellers.

If you sell BOTH types of items, I generally recommend going with the handmade inventory spreadsheet. It will better handle your raw materials & supplies and can be tweaked for your retail items as well.

Traditional bookkeeping software is made with accountants in mind. It’s expensive (and generally requires a monthly subscription payment), bulky, and oftentimes more complicated than a micro business like yours needs. It’s made for any and all types of small businesses, and not specific to YOUR business needs as a handmade biz owner or e-commerce seller. When your bookkeeping software is too complicated, too vague, and support or in-plain-English instruction is lacking, you tend to procrastinate on using it. Not updating your books consistently means severe stress once year end or tax deadlines hit. 

Spreadsheets are powerful but simple tools. Partner a well-crafted spreadsheet file designed by an accountant intimately acquainted with e-commerce with clear, understandable instructions and you’ve got a formula for bookkeeping success. You get everything you need to feel empowered by your numbers, and nothing you don’t need. 

Paper + Spark has been selling spreadsheets since 2015. We currently support thousands of makers and creative entrepreneurs in doing their books and understanding their money. Our spreadsheets have received countless rave reviews from shop owners. No other bookkeeping solution out there offers our level of step-by-step guidance & support. We also stay up-to-date on e-commerce reporting and platform changes. 

With a Paper + Spark spreadsheet, you’ll pay a one-time fee for lifetime access to your files and support. We provide any future year files and updates for free, forever, via the account you create at checkout. You can always reach out in the Accounting Accountability Club, or via DM or email, and get answers to your spreadsheet & bookkeeping questions.  

Responses to my recent survey highlighted these themes amongst spreadsheet users: 

• Tax time is much easier with their Paper + Spark spreadsheet
• Their purchase comes with a wealth of support materials created by an accountant who is down-to-earth and easy to follow (thanks y’all!)
• The spreadsheet gives them a clean way to get organized & a bird’s eye view of their business. They love that this tool was made specifically for makers & crafters and how simple and user-friendly it is to update.
• Many users said “My accountant loves your spreadsheet too!” — the highest form of praise!

Paper + Spark users are more likely to actually DO their books consistently and over the long term. According to survey results, 65% of spreadsheet users have been using their sheets for at least 2 years. 61% of spreadsheet users report that they update their sheets at least once a month.