The Business of Bling: How to Run a Profitable Jewelry-Making Business

by Janet LeBlanc | 1 comment

Today I’m thrilled to have Roxy Burg from Beads of Cambay sharing her wealth of knowledge about the business of jewelry-making with us! Roxy loves the multifaceted world of gemstones, beaded jewelry making, and crafting in general. When she isn’t blogging for Beads of...

Pricing Pitfalls: Comparing Yourself to the Competition

by Janet LeBlanc | 0 comments

I’ve been talking a lot about pricing lately, and in a previous post I mentioned how so many creatives, makers, and artisans routinely underprice their handcrafted goods. We’ve discussed my suggested handmade pricing formula, how to tweak that formula to fit your biz...

When do I need to worry about taxes for my shop? {The hobby vs. business myth}

by Janet LeBlanc | 58 comments

All information on this site is provided for general education purposes only and may not reflect changes in federal or state laws. It is not intended to be relied upon as legal, accounting, or tax advice. Please read my full disclaimer regarding this topic. Alright...

What it’s like to work with a tax professional

by Janet LeBlanc | 3 comments

I’ve been talking a lot lately around here about getting ready for taxes. We’ve discussed how to get your numbers caught up for the year, doing your year end inventory count, and organizing your documents. Once you’ve got your numbers ready to go, you might be...

Etsy Free Shipping – Financial Considerations & Thoughts

by Janet LeBlanc | 6 comments

Love it or hate it, the push for free shipping on Etsy is here. I’ve waited a couple weeks for the dust to settle and thought I’d weigh in with my thoughts and financial concerns. So if you’re tired of hearing about this topic, I totally understand. Feel free to sit...