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Niches Get Stitches – T-Shirt Trends Recent And Future For Your Merch Business

For those of you who are new (Hi!) or have a short memory (we meet on Tuesday nights at the local rec center – there’s coffee), you may not be aware of the wealth of information hidden in the digital recesses of the Merch Informer blog. I recently remarked to the gentleman who created MerchInformer (along with BookBolt and Sale Samurai) that there is enough content in the blog section that it could be compiled and sold as a how-to manual. Turns out he’s too generous and insisted that it all remain free. However, he did agree that we should dig into the archives and showcase many of the substantive and helpful pieces sure to act as primers for the […]

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Basic Color Theory for T-shirt Graphics

Not everyone can be clever enough to come up with a single phrase that is original, clever or compelling enough to stand alone on a t-shirt and sell by the truckload. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could just push a button and churn out hundreds of black t-shirts with brilliant catchphrases in white type (I’m looking at you, social media scammers selling get-rich-quick AI schemes)? For the rest of us, we have to rely on, oh, good design skills. Notice I didn’t say talent. Skills can be taught. So don’t think that if you’re not a born designer or never went to design school, you can’t create attractive, saleable designs. In fact, with just the knowledge in this piece, […]

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A.I.: Don’t Burn Your Fingers On The Hottest New Trend

No matter how successful your existing Merch By Amazon business is, you know it takes a lot of work. Coming up with ideas, designing them, hating them and doing them over again, refining them until you know they’re gonna sell… Wouldn’t it be great if there was something that could do all the work for you? If you believe the hucksters crying out from the postage-stamp-sized ads in the Facebook margins, A.I. will do it all for you! Well, to quote the late Harry Dean Stanton, Photo from “Alien” ©Twentieth Century Fox. Watch it here. I can say from experience that A.I. is not smart enough to create designs that will resonate with your customer base with a simple push […]

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Merch seasonality: From spring to winter, what are the most popular merch types per season?

As the wheel of seasons turns, so does the canvas of possibilities on Amazon Merch on Demand. From the bloom of spring to the frosty embrace of winter, each season brings its unique tapestry of merch trends. In this article, we take you on a journey through the seasons. We unravel the mysteries of the most popular merch types and offer insights to help you craft the ultimate sale strategy. How to identify the most popular merch types per season? Before we jump to the essential findings, it’s key to describe our research process. Discovering the top merch types throughout different seasons is a challenging endeavor. It requires access to reliable analytics tools and a creative approach. To detect the […]

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College and university-themed t-shirts: How big are they on Amazon Merch on Demand?

College and university-themed t-shirts aren’t just garments. They’re statements, badges of academic honor, and a fashion-forward way for students and alumni to showcase their heritage. Naturally, this niche attracts attention on Amazon Merch on Demand, where sellers look for creative ways to win traffic and boost sales. In the following sections, we dive into the captivating world of college-themed merch and explore how popular these t-shirts are. Merch Informer Note: Make sure you have a license to use any intellectual property of any college or university. This article is for learning purposes only. The size of the market analyzed in detail To understand how big college and university t-shirts are on Amazon, it’s essential to examine a few key metrics: […]

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Kinky merch: What are the raunchiest t-shirts on Amazon MOD and why do they sell so well?

Kinky merch_ What are the raunchiest t-shirts on Amazon MOD and why do they sell so well

You wouldn’t be wrong to assume that raunchy and kinky t-shirts sell incredibly well on Amazon Merch on Demand. Perhaps because it’s a topic that’s taboo; perhaps because it can come with a lot of associated humor. Either way, kinky t-shirts are a category you should explore if you want to diversify your portfolio. In the following sections, we dive deep into this niche, offering valuable insights that will help you create a winning sales strategy. How big are kinky t-shirts on Amazon Merch on Demand? To get a better understanding of the market, we relied on Merch Informer’s features and capabilities. At the start of our research process, we examined three core metrics – keywords, search volume, and BSR. […]

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Can throw pillows be seasonal and should you build your strategy around that?

Can throw pillows be seasonal and should you build your strategy around that

Throw pillows on Amazon Merch on Demand are a creative category that attracts shoppers interested in home decor. Although not as popular as other markets, like t-shirts and hoodies, throw pillows can be a rewarding way to diversify your portfolio as a seller. But do these items experience seasonal popularity, especially during festive events like Christmas? Or maybe it’s best to approach them with a year-round strategy? In the following sections, we analyze the niche and answer these questions. A broad overview of the throw pillow category on Amazon Merch on Demand If you’re a seller with vast experience across categories, you’ve probably noticed that throw pillows are far less popular than other merch types. Using Merch Informer, we can […]

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The state of Amazon Merch on Demand bestselling niches at the end of 2023: Newcomers and all-timers

The state of Amazon Merch on Demand bestselling niches at the end of 2023_ Newcomers and all-timers

As 2023 draws to a close, the landscape of Amazon Merch on Demand continues to evolve. Luckily, tools like Merch Informer provide a sneak peek into consumer preferences and market trends throughout the year. In the following sections, we offer a 2023 overview. We unearth the emergence of new niches and expose the enduring favorites that continued dominating the market. Let’s dive into the bestselling themes on Amazon Merch on Demand, focusing on newcomers and all-time jewels. Newcomers – The emerging trends of 2023 First, let’s analyze the new niches that dominated the platform this year. According to Merch Informer, the newcomer themes that attracted the most attention this year include: Barbie Celebrate diversity Mental health and wellness Barbie The […]

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New Year’s Eve party t-shirts: A once-a-year opportunity

New Year’s Eve party t-shirts_ A once-a-year opportunity

New Year’s Eve t-shirts are a great way to diversify your portfolio. That’s especially so if you are looking to earn more income from your Amazon Merch on Demand side gig over the holidays. This once-a-year, highly anticipated event presents an excellent opportunity for sellers. Isn’t it time you tapped into a lucrative niche and made the most of it? Here’s how. How big are New Year’s Eve t-shirts on Amazon Merch on Demand? When analyzing the potential of a niche, several components must be considered. One of the most essential ones is market size. To figure out the scope of New Year’s Eve shirts on Amazon Merch on Demand, we used Merch Informer’s Product Search module. We typed in […]

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The art of storytelling through merch: How to create a narrative with your t-shirt design

the art of storytelling

The beauty of creating merch designs on Amazon Merch on Demand is that it goes beyond style and trends. The platform provides sellers with an opportunity for storytelling through art. T-shirts, in particular, offer a unique canvas to convey messages, stories, and emotions. In this article, we’ll explore exactly that – the use of text and imagery in the creation of compelling narratives. The power of visual storytelling Before we dive into the “how to”, it’s essential to explain why storytelling through visualization is a lucrative option to explore. One of the most valuable characteristics of a story is its purpose – to evoke emotions. But most importantly – stories are meant to be shared. T-shirt designs offer individuals an […]

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