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What Are The Most Dominant Pop Culture Themes By Type on Amazon Merch on Demand?

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In a world driven by pop culture, where trends emerge and evolve at lightning speed, Amazon Merch on Demand stands as a vibrant hub for creative expression. From captivating movies to mesmerizing music and thrilling gaming realms to alluring series, we delve into the core themes that resonate with millions. In the following sections, we take an immersive journey through Amazon Merch on Demand to unveil the trends that dominate the world of Amazon merchandise. NOTE: Before we dive into the article, we talk a lot about research we have done that involves lots of intellectual property that you would NOT own. Do not infringe on the intellectual property of others! The most dominant pop culture categories When it comes […]

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Fantastical Creatures and POD T-Shirts: Do These Two Go Together As Well As They Do In Books and Movies?

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Fantastical creatures have been brought to life and sparked our imaginations in books and movies. From books to movies, imaginary elves, fairies, werewolves, and others have become a part of our lives. But as a seller on Amazon Merch on Demand, is there space for you to explore this niche? And what’s more, is it profitable? This post seeks to answer these questions to help you make the most out of your print-on-demand (POD) side gig. How big is the fantastical creatures niche on Amazon Merch on Demand? We used Merch Informer to help us determine the size and scope of this niche. Because the term fantastical creatures is so broad, we identified some of these creatures individually and went […]

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Let’s talk about merch fonts: How to choose and apply them for maximum profit

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Fonts are an essential part of any merchandise design, yet are often overlooked. They can help convey the right message and attract the perfect audience. At the same time, making the best font choice is commonly a challenge. In the following sections, we explore fonts on Amazon Merch on Demand in detail. We examine the bestsellers and offer tips on how to choose, apply and use them for maximum profit. Diversifying the two main types of font schools In the realm of typography, two primary font schools reign supreme – Serif and Sans Serif. Understanding the fundamental differences between these two schools is crucial when it comes to crafting profitable merch fonts. Serif fonts exude a classic charm, featuring small […]

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Untapped Merch Niches and Cultures: The Festival of Diwali

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The holiday season is here, and no, we’re not talking about Christmas. The season itself has already started, because when you’re a merch seller, the entire world is your market! And there are multiple holidays that many might not know about at all or perhaps only have the slightest connection to. But an untapped market can also be your best friend. Learn the traditions and iconography of other cultures and your Merch By Amazon can becoe a world baaar! Today we’re going to discuss the holiday of Diwali! Diwali: The Indian Festival of Lights Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, is one of India’s most popular holidays. It is comparable to Christmas in the United States in that […]

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Christmas: Seasonal POD – How To BUCK The Trends Using Different Styles.

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Is there ever a better time to be a POD shop owner than the Christmas season? Probably not, as the level of sales you can pull off at this time of year matches nothing else. And yes, you’re probably already prepared to handle the increase in sales and have everything that you know that moves at this time ready to go. But what about some non-traditional/alternate/ even outlandish designs to give you a certain edge over the competition? What kinds of styles can you dream up that might buck the stereotypical trends of POD apparel a bit? Today, let’s take a look at some of those kinds of things out there to help inspire you to think outside the colorfully-wrapped […]

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Designing For Spreadshirt – Everything You Need To Know

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From T-shirts and posters to hoodies and stickers, hundreds of thousands of people are turning to Spreadshirt every day to buy custom-designed products. The best part is that you don’t have to be some design wizard to list a best-seller on Spreadshirt! People just like you are creating dozens of products and making some serious money online all thanks to Spreadshirt’s easy-to-use print-on-demand platform. That being said not everything will fly on Spreadshirt. Just like any other company, Spreadshirt has certain policies when it comes to acceptable designs they are willing to allow onto their Marketplace. Let’s go over the ins and outs of: Designing For Spreadshirt. While Spreadshirt is enthusiastic about embracing various creative designs, the platform draws the […]

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Text-only, Imagery, Or Both: What Is The Best-Performing Design Choice For POD T-Shirts On Amazon?

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When it comes to selling merch on Amazon, one of the most important elements shaping your success is design. But there are so many different options to choose from. You can create text- and imagery-only designs, or a combination of both. So which one is the most profitable option? What are other sellers doing on Amazon Merch on Demand? A quick browse through the best-selling t-shirts on Merch Informer reveals that image and text combo designs dominate in listings. But will they bring you the highest returns? Let’s find out. Bestselling text-only t-shirts To answer this question, we had to perform extensive research on top-performing t-shirts on Amazon using various Merch Informer tools. First, we isolated the best-selling test-only t-shirts […]

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Back-To-School Amazon Merch: Apparel/Accessories For Kids That Won’t Look Like Mom Picked Them Out

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What was super cool then is probably not cool now. And what’s cool right now is bound to change before you know it. The ability to keep right on top of current trends (or perhaps even anticipate them) is the power you hold in your hands as a Merch By Amazon creator. You have to stay aware of the graphic trends that are really hot when you’re designing your back-to-school program, and we are here to help guide you on that path. So, what items ARE the best ones to design on right now? What special things are going to boost your sales? To begin, we go with the standard. Apparel of all kinds is some of the constant items […]

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Best Design Practices On Amazon Merch On Demand: What Graphic Elements To Use For Each Category Of Merch

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Design is ubiquitous – from the tiniest bubble gum wrapper to the car you wish to drive. And it’s even more important on Amazon Merch on Demand. Why? Because design plays a critical role in your merch sales. After the optimization of your listing, it is what will ultimately catch your customers’ attention. So, are there some prevalent design principles that you need to follow for each category of merch? Our answer is a resounding “yes”. Take a look below. What are the best design practices when it comes to the different categories of merch on Merch by Amazon? Designs for different categories of merch differ greatly. A design on a V-neck (which is mostly aimed at women) and designs […]

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How To Make Your Amazon Merch on Demand Items Less Expensive

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How To Make Your Items Less Expensive As People Look For Low-Priced Items As the prices for pretty much everything continue to soar, yet the holidays still keep on coming, consumers are looking for lower priced items that will help them still celebrate these traditions and milestones in a big way without breaking the bank or sacrificing quality and style. From congratulatory moments like a retirement, baby shower, or graduation to big holidays like Halloween, Easter and Christmas, there is a lot to rejoice in. Most of these occasions call for their own décor, festive attire, and often gifts–it all adds up fast. Because of Amazon’s free shipping, fast turnaround, convenience and huge array of products, consumers have been turning […]

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