Full Print On-Demand Tutorial For Beginners (2023 Version)

Last updated: May 18, 2023

The video by Greg Gottfried is a complete print on demand tutorial for beginners, covering everything from creating t-shirt designs to uploading them to various websites and collecting payment.

The video is a complete print on demand tutorial for beginners, covering everything from the idea of starting a print on demand business to getting the first sale.

The tutorial includes step-by-step instructions on creating t-shirt designs, uploading them to various websites, and collecting payment.

The video explains the difference between passive and active print on demand and focuses on the passive side, where everything is done for the seller.

The tutorial also provides advice on choosing topics or niches for designs and avoiding copyrighted material.

The video is a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in starting a print on demand business.

  • The video is a complete print on demand tutorial for beginners.
  • The tutorial covers everything from creating t-shirt designs to uploading them to various websites and collecting payment.
  • The video is free on YouTube.
  • The video is a little bit longer and could be a course.
  • Print on demand is a business model where you create t-shirt designs and upload them to websites.
  • The websites handle the printing, shipping, and customer service.
  • There are two types of print on demand: passive and active.
  • Focus on what's relevant to you, such as hobbies or interests.
  • Choose a payment collection method that works best for you.

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Introduction

  • The video is a complete print on demand tutorial for beginners.
  • The tutorial covers everything from creating t-shirt designs to uploading them to various websites and collecting payment.
  • The video is free on YouTube.
  • The video is a little bit longer and could be a course.
  • Print on demand is a business model where you create t-shirt designs and upload them to websites.
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Print on Demand Business Model

  • Print on demand is a business model where you create t-shirt designs and upload them to websites.
  • The websites handle the printing, shipping, and customer service.
  • Amazon is one of the websites that uses print on demand.
  • You can upload the same design to multiple websites.
  • There are two types of print on demand: passive and active.
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Passive Print on Demand

  • Passive print on demand is where you create t-shirt designs and upload them to websites.
  • The websites handle the printing, shipping, and customer service.
  • You don't need to lift a finger.
  • You can create designs in any topic or niche as long as it's not copyrighted.
  • Think about what kind of topics or niches you'd like to create designs in.
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Getting Started with Print on Demand

  • Think about what kind of topics or niches you'd like to create designs in.
  • Create designs in any topic or niche as long as it's not copyrighted.
  • Upload your designs to various websites.
  • The websites handle the printing, shipping, and customer service.
  • Collect your paycheck.
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Finding Your Niche

  • Focus on what's relevant to you, such as hobbies or interests.
  • Don't spend too much time searching for the perfect topic or niche.
  • Use your chosen topic as a starting point for creating designs.
  • Be open to changing your topic or niche as you go along.
  • Examples of niches include food and drinks, yoga, and outdoor activities.
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Finding Inspiration on Etsy

  • Visit etsy.com to find inspiration for t-shirt designs.
  • Search for your chosen topic or niche, such as "camping t-shirt".
  • Look at the slogans and designs for inspiration, but don't copy them.
  • Use Etsy as a resource for creative ideas.
  • Remember that you won't be using Etsy for print on demand.
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Using Chat GPT for Design Ideas

  • Visit chat.openai.com to access Chat GPT.
  • Create a free account to use the service.
  • Ask Chat GPT for t-shirt design ideas for your chosen niche.
  • Get a list of copyright-free slogans and ideas.
  • Remember to verify that the slogans are truly copyright-free before using them.
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Important Considerations

  • Don't copy other people's designs or slogans.
  • Verify that your chosen slogans are truly copyright-free.
  • Be prepared to change your niche or topic as you go along.
  • Use the resources available to you for inspiration, but don't rely on them too heavily.
  • Remember that print on demand involves more than just creating designs, such as uploading them and collecting payment.
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Trademark Checking

  • Manually copy and paste slogans into government website to check for trademark protection on apparel.
  • Use a tool called Merch Informer to check for trademark protection on apparel.
  • Merch Informer costs about $10 a month, but there is a discount code available for 20% off.
  • Paste slogans into Merch Informer's trademark alerts and delete quotation marks.
  • Click "save" and then "check trademarks" to see if slogans are copyright protected.
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Design Creation

  • Find websites that offer print on demand t-shirt templates.
  • Use a tool called Placeit.net for designing.
  • Placeit.net is a paid tool, but everything on it is 100% copyright free.
  • Placeit.net allows for efficient design creation and uploading to websites.
  • Creating great designs in an efficient manner is crucial for success in print on demand.
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Website Selection

  • Not all print on demand websites are created equal.
  • Some websites have more traffic and are more likely to result in sales.
  • Research and choose websites that are known for their traffic and sales potential.
  • Avoid wasting time on websites that are unlikely to result in sales.
  • Consider using multiple websites to increase exposure and potential for sales.
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Payment Collection

  • Choose a payment collection method that works best for you.
  • Some websites offer their own payment collection system, while others require integration with a third-party payment processor.
  • Research and choose a payment collection method that is secure and reliable.
  • Consider fees and ease of use when choosing a payment collection method.
  • Ensure that payment collection is set up correctly to avoid issues with receiving payment.
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Using a Paid Tool for Print on Demand

  • Recommendation to use a paid tool for print on demand
  • Explanation of the cost and benefits of the tool
  • Justification for using and recommending the tool
  • Demonstration of how to use the tool
  • Logging in to the tool and accessing t-shirt designs
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Choosing T-Shirt Designs

  • Searching for designs by typing in a niche or topic
  • Sorting the results by t-shirt designs
  • Choosing from the copyright-free designs
  • Editing the text and graphics of the chosen design
  • Changing the font and background to customize the design
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Downloading the Design

  • Changing the background to transparent
  • Processing and downloading the design to the computer
  • Checking the quality and transparency of the design
  • Repeating the process for other designs
  • Creating multiple designs for different templates
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Next Steps in Print on Demand Business

  • Continuing to create designs using the paid tool
  • Uploading the designs to various websites
  • Collecting payment for the designs
  • Scaling the business by creating more designs and expanding to other products
  • Staying up to date with trends and customer preferences
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Preparing to Upload Designs

  • Create 10 designs and ensure they are copyright-free.
  • Use professional templates to create designs.
  • Upload designs to different websites.
  • Designs will have a listing on websites forever.
  • Marketing and traffic will be brought in by the websites.
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Recommended Websites for Uploading Designs

  • T Public, Redbubble, Merch on Demand, Amazon, Zazzle, and Teespring are recommended.
  • Upload designs to a few websites instead of many.
  • Amazon's Merch on Demand requires an application to be a seller.
  • Reapply if not accepted to Merch on Demand.
  • Create a separate email address for print on demand business.
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Using T Public to Upload Designs

  • Create an account on T Public.
  • Check the box to advertise products in off-site marketing.
  • Off-site marketing is free and automatically targets relevant audiences.
  • Fill out the entire application for Merch on Demand on Amazon.
  • Wait up to two weeks to hear back from Amazon.
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Uploading Designs to Other Websites

  • Other websites have similar upload processes to T Public.
  • Use the same title and description for designs on multiple websites.
  • Upload designs to a few websites instead of many.
  • Save time by not uploading to websites that do not generate sales.
  • Monitor sales and adjust accordingly.
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Creating an Account and Uploading a Design

  • Create an account on the print on demand website.
  • Verify your account through the verification email.
  • Log in to your account.
  • Create a storefront with a name of your choice.
  • Upload your design in PNG format with a transparent background.
  • Give your design a title and description with relevant keywords.
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Choosing Tags and Colors

  • Use relevant tags for your design.
  • Choose a main tag and let the website auto-pull relevant tags.
  • Do not use specific tags that may exclude you from the overall topic.
  • Select colors that will make your design visible.
  • Avoid printing white text on a white shirt.
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Creating a Storefront

  • Create a storefront with a name of your choice.
  • Market your listings individually.
  • Use the storefront to show all of your different designs.
  • Choose a name that is not offensive or vulgar.
  • Be creative with your storefront name.
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Maximizing Sales

  • Use relevant keywords in your title and description.
  • Do not spam anyone with your description.
  • Copy and paste your keywords to keep it efficient.
  • Do not include mature content in your design.
  • Choose colors that will make your design visible.
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Choosing Products and Colors

  • Choose a default color for the design, typically a darker shirt like black or asphalt for white designs.
  • Select the products the design will be available on, such as t-shirts, hoodies, and baseball tees.
  • Turn off miscellaneous products like stickers and mugs to avoid sizing issues.
  • Ensure all applicable colors are selected for each product.
  • Make sure the design is visible and readable on the selected colors.
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Creating a Listing

  • Upload the design with a transparent background.
  • Write a title, description, and tags for the listing.
  • Ensure the listing has no mature content.
  • Select the products and colors the design will be available on.
  • Agree to the terms and publish the listing.
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Expanding to Other Websites

  • Use the same design to create listings on other print on demand websites.
  • Maximize organic traffic by having identical listings on multiple websites.
  • Benefit from favorable currency conversion rates if living in a country with a strong currency.
  • Expect to make a profit of $2-$10 per sale, sometimes more for expensive items like hoodies.
  • Print on demand sellers can be located anywhere in the world.
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Conclusion

  • Links to discount codes and helpful videos will be in the description.
  • Creating print on demand listings can provide passive income with minimal effort.
  • Choose products and colors carefully to ensure the design is visible and readable.
  • Expanding to other websites can maximize profits and organic traffic.
  • Print on demand sellers can be located anywhere in the world.

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