Recently, I “opened” my very small business for orders. I was a bit nervous, but I did successfully get a few orders. As I was working on a few, I noticed the time and supplies took more time and required more supplies than I originally thought. I did—do—try my best not to overcharge for an item, but I now understand why some handmade items cost so much.

After I did the math (supplies, shipping, time), I realized I was basically making these items for free. I hate having to eat my own money and barely making anything, so I figured I go back to my “business drawing board.”