I know it’s only mid-September, but all you Etsy sellers and makers out there know: now begins the holiday scramble. There are craft fairs and holiday rushes to prepare for. Not to mention your own holiday travel plans, meal preparations, gift buying. I’m exhausted just thinking about it; how about you?

Take a deep breath, count to ten, and let’s make a plan.

The most important thing about this time of year is to start preparing as early as possible. Make a plan and stick with it. There will be may be life things or new opportunities that come up. That’s all well and good, but you can’t do everything. Try to stick to your plan OR if you need to add in something else, make sure you take something out.

Here’s what you need to do: