Makers' Resources

What are "allowed expenses"?

What are "allowed expenses"?

If you've seen me around in the Facebook groups, you have probably seen me say "allowable expenses" or similar, but, what are allowable expenses? Not Such Good Advice There are...

What are "allowed expenses"?

If you've seen me around in the Facebook groups, you have probably seen me say "allowable expenses" or similar, but, what are allowable expenses? Not Such Good Advice There are...

Can I Use This Licensed Fabric?

Can I Use This Licensed Fabric?

"Can I use this licensed fabric that I purchased at [Brand Name Store], make something with it, and sell it?" This is a question that comes up a LOT in...

Can I Use This Licensed Fabric?

"Can I use this licensed fabric that I purchased at [Brand Name Store], make something with it, and sell it?" This is a question that comes up a LOT in...

"Upcycling" & Repurposing

"Upcycling" & Repurposing

Items Made By "Upcycling"   You absolutely can make clothing from previous clothes (or curtains, or sheets) even if you don't know the fiber content. . You are allowed to...

"Upcycling" & Repurposing

Items Made By "Upcycling"   You absolutely can make clothing from previous clothes (or curtains, or sheets) even if you don't know the fiber content. . You are allowed to...

Drawstrings (& Faux Drawstrings)

Drawstrings (& Faux Drawstrings)

Drawstrings are seen as dangerous because of the potential for them to catch on busses and play equipment (yes, it really happens!).   Before we jump in, what is the...

Drawstrings (& Faux Drawstrings)

Drawstrings are seen as dangerous because of the potential for them to catch on busses and play equipment (yes, it really happens!).   Before we jump in, what is the...

Batch Codes

Batch Codes

This is a popular topic this week, so let's work through it together! For children's products the CPSC requires a few things to be on the label. Per the CPSC's...

Batch Codes

This is a popular topic this week, so let's work through it together! For children's products the CPSC requires a few things to be on the label. Per the CPSC's...

Business Taxes

Business Taxes

There are many, many, many types of taxes out there and they can get very confusing very quickly.  Here's what you can expect.   Sales & Use Tax Your state...

Business Taxes

There are many, many, many types of taxes out there and they can get very confusing very quickly.  Here's what you can expect.   Sales & Use Tax Your state...