You just ran out of ink for the 5 orders that showed up on Etsy today. Or you realize that you don't have the right size canvas for that painting that's been roaming around in your head, trying to get out. Or the 100% cotton white thread is running low in your machine and you're not going to have enough for that wholesale order due at the end of the week. Or you don't … [Read more...] about Tracking Your Expenses + Printable Expense Tracker
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Pricing Happiness, part 2: Address Your Fears & Raise Your Prices
We're talking about pricing! Please see the first part of this series (& the lively discussion in the comments!): Pricing Happiness, part 1: You Should Charge More So now that we know the perils of undercharging and the thrills of charging what you're worth, let's see how you feel about your current pricing. How many hours a week do you have to work to make enough money … [Read more...] about Pricing Happiness, part 2: Address Your Fears & Raise Your Prices
Profiting From What You Love: On Whims & Money-Making
Nearly a year ago, I came back from Spark Retreat zinging with ideas. I was inspired by Dyana Valentine and Jessika here at Oh My! and, really, each of the women who I met and connected with. As I earn my living working with words, though, I was transfixed by Alexandra Franzen. She had found a way to play with words: to really have fun, while inviting all of us along … [Read more...] about Profiting From What You Love: On Whims & Money-Making
Pricing Happiness, part 1: You Should Charge More
It can be so hard to set pricing for your work, whether you provide a service or sell products. You want to charge what seems "fair," you want to position yourself correctly among your competitors, you want customers to continue to purchase from you, and of course you want to earn a living. I think that many small creative businesses are undervaluing their work, which I'm sure … [Read more...] about Pricing Happiness, part 1: You Should Charge More
Take Care of Yourself & That To-Do List Too!
Image: The Real To-Do List print by karindrawings More than 3 years ago when I started my business, my daily routine was chaotic. I was sewing out of the kitchen, so projects were put away and taken down throughout the day. I was making trips to the post office, elementary school, grocery store, and park. In the middle of changing diapers, making my own laundry soap and dinner … [Read more...] about Take Care of Yourself & That To-Do List Too!
