How Much Money I Made In 2020: Etsy, YouTube, Affiliate Marketing (you may be surprised)

✨MY WEBSITE: memoryboxcandleco.com
✨MY ETSY SHOP FOR DIGITAL TEMPLATES FOR CANDLE BUSINESS OWNERS: www.etsy.com/shop/MBCCDesigns
✨MY MERCH: teespring.com/stores/memory-b...
✨All The Supplies I Use or Recommend For Candle Making: www.amazon.com/shop/memorybox...
✨MY BOOKKEEPING SOFTWARE: quickbooks.grsm.io/memoryboxc...
(This is quickbooks, I use the self employed version!)
✨Design Your Own Brand Shirt: www.printful.com/custom-produ...
✨BEAUTIFUL UNIQUE VESSELS (Sixteen Seventeen): bit.ly/39wymG5
✨Follow Me On Instagram: / memoryboxcandleco
🕯Candle Making Playlist For Beginners: • STEP BY STEP: How I Ma...
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MOST POPULAR CANDLE MAKING SUPPLIES:
✨Respirator (Size Small): amzn.to/3qPPNaY
✨10 Qt Presto Pot (NO SPOUT):amzn.to/3fVK1iH
✨Ladle For Presto Pot: amzn.to/3qaqcZZ
✨8 Qt. Presto Pot Melter (WITH SPOUT): amzn.to/3pyc9wq
✨6 Qt. Presto Pot Melter (WITH SPOUT): amzn.to/2KEIIte
✨Pouring Pitcher: amzn.to/307aeG0
✨Gram Scale For Weighing Fragrance Oil: amzn.to/2QmsTKd
✨Shipping/Kitchen Scale (11 lb max weight): amzn.to/3o3ls7J
(50 lb max weight): amzn.to/350Lpfj
✨Portable Electric Burner: amzn.to/2OaPOpa
✨Heat Gun (similar to mine): amzn.to/2O2cQwZ
✨Thermometer (similar to mine): amzn.to/2SVmeVM
✨Laser Thermometer: amzn.to/2FxXdwV
✨Rotating Pegboard (Holds my wax melts): amzn.to/32e0D0B
✨6” Pegs For Pegboard: amzn.to/3nYTTvc
✨Wax Warmer Rack/Stand: amzn.to/35vbsvd
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PRINTING:
✨My Laser Printer: amzn.to/2PJKGI6
✨Inkjet Printer Recommendation: (I have not personally used this printer, but it is recommended by the social media manager, Johnny, from Online Labels): amzn.to/2WexNKo
✨Dymo 4XL Label Printer: (not a necessity but it helps when you have a good amount of orders going out): amzn.to/2YrcBCp
✨Dymo Shipping Label Refill Rolls: amzn.to/36wu6VS
MY TECH GEAR:
✨My Camera: amzn.to/3uzxAk0
✨Lens For Product Photography: amzn.to/2ZR3wlI (If you have a Canon M50 you will need an adapter: amzn.to/3bBWUNG)
✨ Lens For Filming Videos: amzn.to/3aJEKKE
✨My iPad Pro: amzn.to/3ssJk5P
✨My MacBook Pro: amzn.to/2NxgVNr
*Some links are affiliate
I do not own the music in this video, all attributions:
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[@valerielamb6477]

I don't even care that I'm 2k in the hole in 2020, I'm SO happy and proud that I pulled in 5k in revenue! Love your videos Erica!

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Congrats that's amazing! Let's keep growing even more in 2021!!

[@Soulful_Spirit_Candle_Co]

I love the fact that you keep it real & I honestly don’t see it being a loss, I just hit my 1 year mark and finally stopped making 8 million different types of candles 🤣 I’ve re done my logo , vessels & tins , changed a few waxes and minimized my scents , it can’t be a loss if you’re learning right? Thank you for another amazing video and for keeping it real ❣️ Your videos are so inspiring & Thank you for that !

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

YES! I love this comment 😆❤️ thank you so much for watching!

[@keylupveintisiete7552]

build-measure-learn that's the loop of lean startups (: look it up

[@Soulful_Spirit_Candle_Co]

@@keylupveintisiete7552 look what up? I’m sorry, I don’t understand what you are referring too, I constantly am researching & learning everyday and it’s paying off, I couldn’t be happier with how things are going ❣️

[@aaronmeans8238]

I've officially become obsessed with your page!

[@carliw6023]

You SHOULD be proud!! Many businesses closed in 2020. You STARTED a business during one of the most difficult years in decades! Congrats!!👏🎉

[@donatellapalumbo4042]

Erica my husband and I really enjoy watching your videos! You're straight forward, preppy and we're thankful for you sharing your thoughts and experiences. May you continue to grow and succeed in all you do!!!

[@ewright5866]

You are one of my fav people to watch on KZbin. I think you are so honest and real and it is your best strength! You can tell in the comments how much people are backing you and looking forward to seeing you only get bigger and better!! It’s never a loss, look how much knowledge, experience and confidence you have gained this year. That on its own is PRICELESS!! Love your channel! Can’t wait to see you smash it again next year!

[@jimmythomas7234]

Love that your honest with everything you do. You have inspired me to start a candle business. It went from making candles for Christmas in 2020 (not knowing what I was doing), then found you on KZbin and learned allot about candle making. Thank you so much for the inspiration that you've given me and the education and guidance in your videos.

[@minashah9933]

I love how you’re so open and honest it’s refreshing! Thank you 🙏

[@tamgb2979]

Knowing an old self made millionaire... He would always say " You have to spend money to make money". I am excited to see what this brings for me in the future.

[@Aliciagomez91]

I love your abundant mindset! You are growing because you are so generous and kind and want to see others grow as well. There’s enough in the pot for everyone 💕✨

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@cgs5577]

thank you for being so transparent and honest! I just started my candle business and I did feel initially like I was spending more on making my candles than I was making, but like you said, it's like a little baby that needs time to grow to become profitable in the end :)

[@DesignerNerida]

Love how transparent you are, Congratulations , you are doing great !

[@LithiumxLacrymosa]

Thank you for doing this! I started my business in Nov 2019 and it wasn't until a year later that I started making profit. Building a foundation is what's important, yes!

[@brittanym188]

Thank you for being so open and honest with your expenses. Most people don't like to disclose those things but it's honestly so important for people who are at the beginning stages of starting their business. I think that if people were more honest others wouldn't be so discouraged because they would know that it takes a little bit of time and investing in the business for it to reach where they see others at. Anything is achievable as long as you stick with it.

[@cmsjns]

You are a huge inspiration. So lovely to find an honest person that can help me start my business💗

[@hiecelia]

The best for you too this year! I love your honesty. It’s the number one reason why I watch all of your videos. Very inspiring!

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much! :)

[@nint2]

You are just amazing, Erica. Truly. Great work!

[@srl179]

Your videos are so honest and upfront. Love them !

[@219Candleco]

I LOVE LOVE your transparency. Thank you so much!

[@roxanncampbell122]

Happy New Year! You have helped, inspired and taught me so much about my little candle company. This is my first year and I only do it part time after I finish with my full time job and my dog hobby. It blew me away that I generated $6000 in revenue. Since it is my first year I am not in the black but hey, I will be one day! I do need to figure out trimming my expenses but I’ll get there too. Here’s to 2021! Thank you again fir sharing your knowledge and experience. ❤️

[@frankierose6778]

i appreciate how transparent you are with your earnings, BIG THANKS

[@allyolic]

I'm so glad that I've found you! You're amazing! Thank you for being so transparent and SO helpful!

[@livfavaro415]

Love your videos!! You helped me start my Etsy. I opened mid November and in my first month I made 8k in revenue on etsy! I couldn't be happier with what i'm doing now :)

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

WOW! That’s amazing!! Great job!! ❤️

[@tanishamurray7358]

Congrats

[@mebaran73]

@Liv Favaro What is your Etsy shop name?

[@PeterKuzemchak]

8k in your first month? That’s amazing! Good job

[@toastygnocchi]

It takes startups various times to start turning profit! You’ve done so well!

[@wicklulu4737]

Thanks Erica, I love how transparent you are and you explain very well.

[@Vanett77]

Happy New Year! Thanks to you and your videos I launched my candle biz in November 2020. It's going really well so far and you just confirmed what I've been thinking of. Don't focus so much on how much I spent because this is just the first few months so you will always spend more to get started. You rock and congrats to you and continued success!!

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you! ❤️❤️

[@veronicajts1992]

Amazing! You're Amazing! Keep going! Keep going! You're helping so many people -this information is gold. TY!

[@NakasiK]

Thank you for sharing this. I love how transparent and straight to the point you are, you definitely come across as somebody trustworthy. I'm happy that things are going well for you. Love from Spain 🇪🇸 ❤️

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you ❤️❤️❤️

[@xavierjensen1763]

You are such a beautiful human detailing everything so people feel good about themselves. My candle business which I started thanks to you is going great. I sell my candles at my hair salon as just passive income. I make a big batch every Sunday and sell them at work. Thank you. 👏👏👏👏

[@TunaYoney]

Happy New Year too Erica! Amen to a better 2021!

[@P_bee]

Happy New Year, Erica! Love how open, transparent, and helpful you are

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much girl!! Hope you’re doing well ☺️

[@yorelnaturals]

I am so proud of you. Keep going you will be next to Yankee! Wishing you the best in 2021.

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@kristineverett8231]

I started my candle business almost 2 years ago but just found your videos and I'm so glad I did. Thank you for what u do! These videos are awesome and I need some help with my business. So these are awesome

[@ewaszynakiewicz7919]

You are a very positive and honest person. I am glad that I came across your films. Let your company grow up, good luck 😊.

[@sanjuanitaiglesias5500]

You're such a great person Erika! Love that you share a ton of info with us!❤ aits very much appreciated! Happy New Year🥳

[@laurena.9852]

You should be proud of yourself! You are talented and are such an encouragement to so many. I pray that 2021 brings you greater success and tons of joy. I love your candles and I love learning from you. Thank you for being so transparent. I first found you on KZbin when I was researching Ebay shipping. And then, later on, I started making candles. When I started searching for candle making (and such) there you were again. I was so happy because I have found that your videos are informative and enjoyable! Thanks for all you do!

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Oh wow how crazy that you found me from eBay! That’s so cool! Thank you so much for watching my videos! ❤️❤️

[@paulahenry8825]

Thank you for making videos. I am going to make my first candle tomorrow- I’m ready because of you👏👏. I am a VP of a large company and decided to make candles to allow me to relax and find some pleasure. I have been binge watching you and you are doing a great job. Keep it up.

[@reiliv_]

I came across your channel a couple months back when I first started looking into starting my own candle business over here in the UK. I’m still a uni student so I’ve had to hold off on launching, and have basically been figuring everything out from costs to designs to concepts to UPS’s etc, but I intend to start ordering supplies now and launch in February when I’ve got past exams. I’ve really enjoyed watching you’re content as it’s informative and motivating. It is so helpful to see the transparent numbers as I know there is a lot of taboo about sharing income/earnings. So this is really refreshing. Congratulations on your successes for this year and for the future and I look forward to continued content as it’s very helpful to learn from and just interested all round 😁

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you So much for watching! ❤️

[@joseitsjose885]

Hey,! Ms.Erica is it possible that you can make a video of the insurance you need for candle business? Thank you for your time.

[@ShaysNatural]

Girl, that is damn good for your first year!! You should be over the moon. Only up from here❣️I am always inspired by your videos and love your transparency

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Ah thank you so much!! ❤️

[@camille-7015]

You deserve to be proud. I’m proud of you and so inspired by your videos!

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much! 🥲

[@10acrefarm]

You have the best mindset! Thank you for sharing.

[@barbarad1748]

Hi Erica, Don't change what your doing and how your doing it, Its truly refreshing to see all aspects of a business, good or bad.. You should be very proud of what you have accomplished in such a short time. Top entrepreneurs would have had their fair share of non profits but they continue n grow. If its your happy place making candles and you tube which your great at! by the way. Keep up the great work you are an inspiration to us all. Yes you are!!!!!

[@themodernmystic426]

Love your authenticity and transparency

[@galiaroma1115]

Thank you so much for this video, I really needed to hear this, Started my business on April of this year and I barely made any profits and I was so down and sad about it but listening to this video has given me hope! Happy new year Erika

[@gingeyy.x1755]

So proud of you Erica! I’ve been watching from Early 2020 and it’s a pleasure to see you grow

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much!! ❤️

[@ntrlyvain]

Thank you for your honesty. Keep up the great work. There is no doubt in my mind that you are going to be a huge success in all that you do. Congratulations.

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@katrinepereira485]

I just started my candle business this year. Also in the negative zone as of now but I will still continue because I enjoy making candles helps a lot on my anxiety during this pandemic

[@vickeyfar]

I have been watching your for almost an year now and watching you learn and grow is so inspiring! I wish you all the best for 2021! :)

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much!!

[@Jadelyn96]

I like the bloopers at the end and thanks for sharing the reality of a business.

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you! :)

[@tullydecortully1905]

I'm happy to see you so positive and willing to keep going. I have learned so much from you!

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much for watching! ❤️❤️

[@butterflymuse2707]

Girl you SHOULD be proud of yourself! Your growth has been amazing! :D I love how real and encouraging you are about it! I didn't make any money either, lol! I've got my day job still and I hope that within the next 5 years, I can build my little soap and candle business to be a viable income where I don't have to work for someone else! :) KEEP HUSTLING! I'm excited to see what 2021 brings for all of us! 🥂♥️

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Yesssss!! Thank you so much!! ☺️💜

[@beautybeyondvision88]

Thank you for being so transparent.. I’m in the process of starting and this is so helpful. I feel this is very realistic for a new business. Great job!

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

So beyond happy that this video was helpful for you, thank you! ❤️

[@TheCreativeVictor]

I love how you’re so real. 👊♥️

[@alejandrabarrios7072]

You are an inspiration for all people that want to start their own business ♥️ happy new year 2021!! 🎉🎉🎉

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much!!

[@MsLyraSis]

Hi Erica- I'm so glad I found your channel early in my process. I'm only 3 months so finding you was a Godsend. I have learned so much from you. You seem to answer all the questions I have. I can't wait for your next video. Thanks again

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

I’m so glad my channel has helped you!! ☺️

[@majesty0830]

I’m so proud that you’re so proud of yourself! Lol 🤗🤗 Love the confidence! Good for you!! Wishing you continued success! Thanks for the info and words of encouragement!

[@Locsnliterature]

I desperately needed to hear everything you said in this video! Thank you!

[@daniqtpy647]

I just saw your video about I quit my job to work for myself what’s so inspirational I even cried with you in the video I’m so proud of you you were scared at first but you still persevered and now you’re successful you go girl so inspirational thanks for putting up videos and inspiring others giving other people hope

[@creationsbykaye9811]

Happy New Year 🎊 This video has really enlightened me. I knew I was spending a lot for supplies& everything I needed but my sells were not up yet. Thanks for being very informative & sharing this information. 2021 Is My Year To Prosper in My Business. Congratulations on your 2020 Sells that’s AWESOME 🤩

[@michellekumar8756]

Thank you for being honest and open about starting a business. Much needed to hear! 👂

[@lorenasanchezvillalobos8225]

So happy for you! You are an inspiration for sure! Keep up the good work, your videos and information are better and better every day, thanks for all your hard work, I do appreciated you!

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

thank you so much! ❤️

[@heavenandlimes]

Love love love Erica, literally cried watching this, the inspiration you give makes me super excited! Xoxo

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Oh my gosh! I’m so glad, thank you for watching! ❤️❤️

[@pamperedsoaps6840]

Erica, you are doing great. I have been following your channel for a while now, I am also in Southern Cal. When I started my business 3 years ago, we lost so much money. It truly takes money to make money and you are correct you have to grow the business. I can't wait to see what you do for 2021. Great job.

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much!! ☺️

[@tanishamurray7358]

As always your transparency is appreciated

[@amandanic6800]

just did my taxes and i was looking at my expenses like ouch!!! but this video helped remind me that so many of my purchases from 2021 can be used for 2021 and its not a shameful thing to spend a lot on expenses or not be profitable right away. happy new year!!

[@jennywawa1]

Fantastic video! I think a lot of people needed to hear this especially my husband lol he's devastated every time he sees that profit/loss number at the top of my quick books app. We're about -$100 for 2020. I have to explain every time how it works. It was our first year.

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Yes exactly!! It takes time and you have to keep investing into it to help it grow! ❤️

[@candeuravenue]

you are so inspiring, thank you for being honest. it’s really encouraging especially for someone like me who is just starting off

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@fountainmedia4683]

From what I see, you did an amazing job being in business for yourself. It usually takes 2 to 3 years for a new business to realize a profit, and that's if the business is in good hands. Your business definitely in good hands, so I know you'll reach your goal. I wish you so much success for 2021 with your business. I'll be here to see your success as a new sub to your channel.

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

This was so nice! Thank you so much! ☺️

[@YoYoYo137]

Just started watching your videos-you are brilliant-loving everything you do xx

[@latricejohnson3210]

Happy New Year Erica, this is AWESOME! Thanks for sharing.

[@katramos7734]

Thank You so much Erica I LOVE watching your videos you are always so professional and I appreciate you for being honest and sharing the "real story" and giving us a rundown of what it takes to start a business in candles.

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much for watching! ☺️

[@bethielvs88]

I loved this video so much! Thank you for the transparency!

[@TropTrevTv]

Love your videos 🙏🏽🙏🏽✨ soo informational and transparent, just binge watched, working on getting all of the tools and branding done to start with candles , this helped a lot.

[@lindsayvelarde]

Congratulations on the success of your KZbin channel. I haven’t been on for awhile and just noticed how many subscribers you have! That’s so awesome. And this video was super helpful. Thank you for sharing.

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much Lindsay!! ❤️

[@ellendeman8417]

How nice you are so open about it! Thanks for sharing!

[@925escape]

Fabolous content! Keep crushing it 👏

[@Seei8none]

Great video! I appreciate the transparency and you are inspiring. Businesses do take time, and it looks like you are having fun and doing something that you love, which is a great achievement!

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you! And I am having the most fun of my life! ☺️

[@alejandrabarrios7072]

Congratulations!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@BSCM888]

Thank you for putting this information out there, getting in the green is taking a long and it's reassuring to know that it's not just me.

[@leahbamxo]

i cant imagine how it feels to post this video. its personal and you did NOT have to post this, but it's EXTREMELY! helpful seeing the numbers. a lot of people hide this stuff (which isn't a problem-its THEIR business) but its so hard getting an understanding of what kind of income someone could have versus business expenses. so happy for your growth!! can't wait until you get your website up :)

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Oh thank you so much girl!! I definitely felt a little vulnerable posting it but I have gotten such wonderful feedback from it that it is helping people and that’s all that matters! ❤️❤️

[@geovanna-cj3kh]

pls you're so amazing i could spend days watching your videos. tysm for everything 💗☺️

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you for watching! 🥰

[@CurlObsessedGG]

Thank you for sharing this! I knew that with a business it’s an investment initially, but I could never get a full picture of what to expect. You are doing amazing scaling your business, can’t wait to see all your well deserved success! 💕💕

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

So sweet!! Thank you! ☺️

[@LizzieWestBathandBody]

Happy New Year Miss Erica! Thank you for all you do and share! You are Amazing!

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you! ❤️

[@austindixson7919]

‘If your profit margins per candle are good, over time you will become profitable.” That makes sense, I just bought like a hundred fragrance oil samples. But day 1 I spilled a bottle and stunk up my kitchen. Rough start for me. Thank you for your insight. I loved that vid about you quitting your job. All of the clips of your intros and your asides was truly inspiring1

[@ldarbes]

You're smart to have multiple streams of income. Thanks for keeping it real. Good luck with your sales in the New year!

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@AnyaandKharim]

Thank you for your honesty, ur such an inspiration to us 💕

[@sunnybeach103]

Hi sweetie, I'm so thankful for your videos. I am glad you were upfront and honest that's awesome. I looked up your listing in the description boxes over time and I just want to let you know I have been inspired and grateful. I have looked up many products like yours and I purchased them from other suppliers for almost half of what you paid. I love how you support certain companies but maybe in 2021 I wonder if you can cut your costs in buying more supplies. I wish you the best of luck and I will continue to watch your vids! Just throwing in my thoughts, take em if you want but great job so far!

[@mahahasawi4349]

I can't even describe how much I respect you erica , you go girl we are proud of you 👏 ps: this is saudi arabia.

[@peterwatry5055]

You are doing a great job! You speak publicly very well and come across with such realism. Glasses look great on you.

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much!

[@julianasampaio4136]

That’s why I love your videos!!! 100% transparency thank you 🙏🏻

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️

[@ssears715]

O em gee!!! Such great content...this is beyond helpful! Thank you 🙏 so very much for being SO transparent and always willing to share such valuable info...it is much appreciated ☮️💜 😊

[@aylin1977]

Thank you for being so honest!

[@KM-fn7fw]

Thank you so much for these videos!! You’re amazing, your positivity is contagious

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you! ❤️

[@Kattnipify]

Love your videos and I always wait for the next one!

[@sofia483th]

You are amazing !! Thanks for sharing your experience !! You are inspiring a lot of people 😍

[@Lovebri08]

you should be very proud of yourself! thank you so much for your videos they are the best literally all ive been watchin to start to business!! keep goin girl!

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Aw thank you so much!!

[@Saminthefloof]

Whooooo..you go girl!!

[@michaelboyce5523]

Great video. Keep up the amazing work. You should be proud of what you accomplished in 2020. I look forward to your videos

[@MemoryBoxCandleCo]

Thank you so much!

[@gretabattaglia6242]

You have a great energy!! I love it!! thank you for your videos!!

[@camgatrog9001]

Just starting out. I'm in the experimenting with waxes and scents stage right now and I find your videos very helpful. Thank you so much!