How to Make $8,493 a MONTH Selling T-Shirts on Etsy (Easy): Niche Research, Design, Mockup Tutorial

[@RodiHùngThanh]

After becoming a parent, I wanted something creative and flexible to do during nap time. I started with a Crafted Threads design bundle, ordered a Cricut from Amazon, and made parent-themed shirts just for fun. Turns out, other parents LOVE custom t-shirts! Selling them at community meet-ups has been an amazing way to connect with others and make some extra money on the side. Highly recommend this setup!

[@skyemoody7103]

stay home dad to a loving son.. any ideas? i have the set up ive sold lots of shirts but only making the LGBT pride fist which sold so fast but would like to switch it up... lol not just gay pride bi pride lgbt i want somthing diffrrent.

[@redruMGeneration]

If you sell them in person you probably would do better if you applied for an actual market/event

[@Nolimitzv]

This KZbinr is a good example of if you can’t find a way make a way no excuses beautiful step by step process thank you ☺️

[@PhùngÁiKhánh]

I can’t thank you enough for your open perspective and the way you highlight key points for beginners.

[@lisakelley6089]

You have given me the help and knowledge to start selling T-shirts! A million thanks!

[@CodyHồngQuang]

Your explanation made everything so much clearer for me. Thanks a ton!

[@PacittiXuânHiếu]

This was incredibly clear and packed with useful insights.

[@DD214Life]

Very informative video. I was looking on how to customize t-shirt for personal use, and I stumbled to your video. I am retired US military, and became world traveler/cruiser. I seriously considering doing this POD business for fun and side hustle. I'll register my DBA, get my EIN, open business checking, and apply for Chase business Ink so I can also earn my miles/points. I'll consider doing your course. Again, thank you!

[@RandiMạnhĐức]

Just wanted to drop a thank you and encourage you to keep doing what you’re doing. I’ve gained so much from it.

[@FaricaFrank]

You’ve convinced me to give it a go

[@femaligned]

And here I was watching a bunch of videos about how to heat press tshirts 🤣🤣 I’ve watched about 20 videos on how to start a tshirt company, and this one is the best by far? I’m going to try your method and report back.

[@DigitalPaper2000]

I so agree... the BEST VIDEO YET.... THANK YOU!!

[@Cinx2]

How’s it going so far?

[@femaligned]

@@Cinx2 I gave up already lol. I set a $25 ad spend with Etsy and still didn’t get any views. I had somewhere between 30-40 items on my site - I know Hannah’s recommendation is 100 - but I just wasn’t getting my any views at all. I’d suggest you keep going since the holidays are ahead. Maybe you’ll have better luck than me.

[@NineEyes97]

⁠@@femalignedThanks for updating, if you could spare a minute seeing as you’ve given up, do you mind sharing what niche you based your products on? Or would you say the designs were random?

[@femaligned]

@@NineEyes97 I designed products based on the trends using the trend tracker she recommends - can’t recall the name of it at the moment, so there was no niche

[@ev_outlaw.writer]

Thank you so much for this very informative, easy to follow video. I started an Etsy shop earlier this week, and have already sold five shirts between just two designs. I plan to check out your other videos to help with keywords and promotion to ensure my success. This video has really been helpful. Thanks for putting out real quality content! Much success to you in the future!😊

[@eloiserichards]

Hi :) Please can you teach me I am just starting out

[@ev_outlaw.writer]

@@eloiserichards just follow her video to the letter. She's very thorough. You can't go wrong.

[@justbeingboyz]

Hello can i ask do you print and pack to sell it or just design it?

[@ev_outlaw.writer]

@@justbeingboyz I just do the designs. Printify does everything else.

[@RalucaMarcea]

Where I can find your shirts? I want to support your business

[@rajsmobile]

Your content is great.. learning a lot. 🎉

[@mikerrabostic9236]

Hannah! Thank you again for all your inspiration! I watched your Etsy Printify Integration video and it helped me tremendously! I completed another step and added my first T shirt design a few days ago; Appreciate you!🙂

[@Nive-ug8qg]

how did it go, did you make any money?

[@PoolBảoLong]

Alright, I’m sold. time to give it a shot.

[@susanarrington9371]

OMG SO MUCH TO KNOW/DO! NEW AT THIS. YOU ARE SO THOROUGH! NEED NOTEBOOK AND TRY NOW....even at 70!!

[@rondachristiansen2730]

Susan, you going to give it ago?

[@sydneycox9527]

You are an angel!! Thank you so much for sharing such valuable information. ❤️

[@SateMinhChâu]

Teachers LOVE a good t-shirt, and I realized I could turn that into a side gig. I used Crafted Threads for hilarious teacher-themed designs, grabbed a Cricut printer off Amazon, and started selling them to colleagues. It began as a joke, but now I’m selling to teachers across the district and even funding classroom supplies with the profits. If you're in education, this is a fantastic side hustle!

[@r0segardens]

This was so informative & easy to follow. I've never even heard of Kittl before, but it's awesome! Thank you so much for this video :))

[@ĐồngHảoChâu]

Hey, awesome video!

[@TH2023_3]

I was going to but a DTF machine and do the transfers myself....but this seems more cost efficient for beginners. I have saved 2/3 videos explaining some of theses same things and yours was top tier. I subscribed 🎉❤TY TY it was very informative.

[@ev_outlaw.writer]

You answered absolutely every question I had! Thank you.

[@LenaBritoPires]

Thank you so much, cant wait to try-it❤

[@Tips_Meli]

I love your content Hannah!🎉 Thank you very much🤍

[@hannahebeling]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@KaedaKondou]

Super helpful, totally worth watching!

[@audioperformer]

I've always wanted to make a business I was thinking of silhouettes on bright backgrounds with animal prints I did a coaster business which did quite well and people liked the designs so I may explore further.

[@aminedaoudi-g5b]

I just want to say thank you and keep going I have benefited from you

[@CliftonDoubrava]

That’s fantastic, thanks for sharing!

[@Sunshine-r6s3w]

Thank you for this tutorial!

[@veronicaarias4191]

Hello Hannah, This is actually the first video with complete information about starting, Love it! Thank you My question is; Do you create different stores in Etsy for different products or Do you have one store for all your different products mugs, tshirts, tumblers, etc??? Thank you again!

[@shainorsham4334]

It's good to see u Hannah ❤️❤️❤️

[@hannahebeling]

Thank you!!

[@MashaSuralmasha878]

What program did u use to make this great video? I love that opacity and the video at the background! Especially, I liked the subtitles

[@iyancoder5019]

Really informative video! Much appreciated!!

[@hannahebeling]

Glad it was helpful!

[@EveNorville]

Thank you, really helped me!

[@SpaceFootage-ck3ex]

Your presentation helped me to understand very easily. thank you

[@Jackiefrompr]

Thr easy part is setting up your store and uploading products. The up hill part is the marketing.

[@HasumiHiyoshi]

Definitely going to try that, thanks

[@Redmoneyusa]

Solid advice.

[@SusanNuyt]

I love how thorough you are about taking the steps, teaching, in extensive detail. Thank you, so much

[@ChikazeArai]

Great stuff. Thanks for sharing

[@RoraDavid]

Wow, fantastic video. Thanks a lot!

[@Thenebraskahanger]

Thank you so much for this video. I am trying to make some extra money since I’m not working thank you so much.

[@almoshkyomaralmoshky-su9bg]

I really really really appreciate your open mind and the most important ideas every beginner or else needs to be an expert like you gave us shortcut of your experiences and efforts in short time video in good details and steps really can't thank you enough .. about my self I feel so lucky finding your channel actually finding you light up the channel with your presence as a teacher deserving of all appreciation, respect and thanks

[@hannahebeling]

I appreciate that! You’re too kind!

[@almoshkyomaralmoshky-su9bg]

@@hannahebeling that's at least we can say to express our thanks and appreciation for your efforts and good ideas also your honesty in giving right instructions and inspiring too

[@OneStop4Deals]

great video 👍

[@yuly2917]

Hi there, great video ! I don’t see the link for the video for social media you have

[@rashelginzburg]

Same. Looking for it.

[@slayingwithcathrese]

Great video! Thank you

[@hannahebeling]

Glad you liked it!

[@tonipopov4273]

Kittl is good but is not free ... to be able to remove the background and change the px you have to pay... but anyway you are showing good things thank you!

[@mariamkajo9448]

Is there any other options for removing background for free?

[@ohangkana1809]

Can you talk about when the customers return t shirts? Do the t shirts send back to the factory or to your home address? How was the deductions on Printify and Etsy when the customers want to return the t shirts??

[@heathercshea]

She chose a no-returns policy.

[@ohangkana1809]

@@heathercshea thank you

[@krys9698]

Great video! Can you please also show how the ad posts would be uploaded to IG after they are created?

[@avni2041]

I really need to make money and want to support my parents

[@EarnSuccessonline]

Me too. Can we share experience and grow together?

[@kwakusafokantanka6752]

You have a very good heart honey. I pray all your dreams come true

[@avni2041]

@kwakusafokantanka6752 thank you so much

[@areebas1120]

Great video! As a new seller, do I need to purchase both kittl and canva? And also creative fabrica?

[@hannahebeling]

I think you really only need 1 good design suite to get started. Kittl has been my go to for a while!

[@CindySimpson-h8o]

Wonderful video, Hannah! So very valuable! Thank you so much!

[@hannahebeling]

Glad it was helpful!

[@PawsandClaws3]

Thank you Hannah for another valuable video. I'd like to ask if its ok to create multiple IG ar FB account that are niche specific? Or is possible? Thanks and please keep sharing tips for POD.

[@BrassTrườngAn]

Getting your store up and adding products is honestly the simplest step.

[@AlbinaGomeso]

great content. ty

[@FakharBinJamil]

You are awesome!

[@sandrine-f1x]

Great video/tutorial Hannah!

[@hannahebeling]

Thank you!! 😊

[@albertovonberg2654]

Where is your shop? can you prove the numbers you claim ?

[@ginagamzebag2379]

Most of the video creators showing someone else’s shop sale status they don’t show their shop at all, no one do that because most of them make more money in YT for the views than selling in a platform, a lot of self promoting gurus themselves telling the products they use and they are earning in that as well. There is one lady who actually showed her shop name and now selling tutorials on how to make the niche she is selling

[@ginagamzebag2379]

None of them can show their shop they are all using someone’s shop as basis for all their videos

[@albertovonberg2654]

@@ginagamzebag2379 well thanks… I kind of suspected that

[@skyyb0rn]

@@ginagamzebag2379ehonis the ladybor channel name sho shows her shop you speak of?

[@ayeg4174]

​@@ginagamzebag2379 Yeah it was explained by an etsy seller on a yt video i think. This seller doesn't share her shop so that it doesn't mess up her SEO. Someone correct me if im wrong.

[@awabkhan8563]

Do you sell your course on Udemy ?

[@robertf57]

Do the shirt manufacturers provide a hex code for the colors they offer? If they don't, then the shirt colors you choose in Kittl or Placeit will be off and your mockups won't resemble the final printed shirt. Any suggestions on how to ensure that the mockups you display in your store resemble the final product? Thanks.

[@extencityhair]

Very good point. Hopefully she answers that.

[@loveanimalchannel79]

thanks

[@robertf57]

Super informative video! Question: can you do anything to prevent other sellers from copying your design? Thanks.

[@susanarrington9371]

I was wondering the same thing, but with AI...it has gone crazy with copying!!

[@lisamaughan7294]

This was so helpful! I’ve literally just signed up with Etsy and Printify. I note you said you have no return policy - in UK and EU we have to allow returns within 14 days of receipt of items unless they are personalised. Is there a way of just selling the USA if that returns policy doesn’t apply there? How does it work selling to UK if choosing a supplier from USA (postage to UK is prohibitive), but then how does it work the other way around? Can you upload the design twice - once to a USA supplier and once to a UK supplier?

[@elizabethbourquin8721]

Helpful and inspiring as always - thanks, Hannah! I have a question about the thumbnail/primary mockup photo - I’ve read that Etsy requires it to be either a photo of the actual (already produced) product, OR a photo supplied by the manufacturer of the product. Word on the street is that some Etsy stores are being suspended because of mockup photos made using websites like PlaceIt. What do you know about that?

[@hannahebeling]

You need to make sure that any mockup you use is representing the product as close as possible and you will be fine. I also like to include those product mockups from printify in the listing as well since they give the truest representation of the color and placement.

[@elizabethbourquin8721]

@@hannahebeling thx so much for your quick (and reassuring) reply!

[@ASaffiliates]

Is living in other countries can apply in printify?

[@elitefaruk]

Hi, which one will be the best printer for this type of design on the t-shirts please? Thanks

[@oakshadow5818]

Thank you for the video! How many mockups do you recommend uploading to Etsy?

[@chantaljoseph6429]

10

[@teodorakostadinova3904]

Amazing video!!! Thank you for the valuable information!

[@hannahebeling]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MaterialGirlzofFlorida]

Just found you and love your content BUT...this kittle demo doesn't work n the free version??

[@SariahLoves]

So its not copyright to use the same phrase as long was the shirt is not the same?

[@marcellevanrensburg4882]

Can you please create a video about getting registered on all the different websites, how they link into each other etc. How does payment and shipping work etc. If a payment happens on Etsy, how does thr printufy payment work?

[@AlmiraWiliams]

Thank you for this! I am also considering these two products from printify (comfort color and bella+canvas), but there are some aspects I'm not satisfied with. Can you suggest some suppliers with similar products that are made in the US?

[@Aswissicana]

Hey girl! Thanks so much for the very helpful vid. Would you be willing to share with us how this shirt did? Did many people buy it? Was is worth the time and effort? Thanks a lot in advanced! God bless. 😘

[@DaffyAF]

How do I sell my first t-shirt on my Etsy shirt. Note: I designed it on Printify as well. Just don't know how to promote it for free (to start).

[@ParanormalResponse]

Thank you for this. How long does "Publishing" take from Printify to Etsy? I have been waiting an hour, it still says "Publishing"

[@hardtimeslifelessons5677]

One thing I just don't understand is how shipping works with Printify. How do you know what your shipping will be upfront so that you can include that in your listing for the customer to know what it is beforehand?

[@LorenGraceChavez]

Is there other app that I can use instead of Kittl? App that available or can edit on mobile?thank youuuuu

[@ev_outlaw.writer]

@@LorenGraceChavez I use Canva and you can mobile edit with it. I tried Kittl after watching her video. But I guess I'm just used to Canva.

[@afsarofficialvlogs]

Good working

[@dakotajean7540]

Does this work for personalized items? If someone wants to put a name on the item? Also is it possible to first order the item yourself to check the quality?

[@wendyR1]

Hi Hannah, do you run ads on your “Best Seller” listings or is better to turn them off? My listing got the best seller badge yesterday but I’m debating in turning off ads or not, I’m fairly new to Etsy and still learning. Thank you for the valuable video ❤

[@hannahebeling]

If you are new to ads, I always think it’s good to start with the products that already sell well organically. This gives you some peace of mind that you won’t be throwing money away with bad SEO.

[@MASSTERWORKS]

what video is the one where you talk about creating niche social media accounts? i looked but couldn't find it

[@eze3572]

I noticed in my short time using printify the prices are high and in order to be competitive on etsy I have to jack the profit margin way down sometimes to 2-3%. Is that typical margin for POD sales on etsy in your experience

[@davidreininger9602]

Mech informer is not free... Since the very first step there is this issue. Is it possible to get insights on the market trends and potential niches with a free tool ? Thanks for sharing.

[@edfilh]

tenho que alterar muito a arte? notei que você modificou bem pouco

[@lylalongrak3362]

Hi Hannah I watched your vdo I am interested want to start part time T-shirt and mugs print so do I have to buy the machine heat print , Mugs and T-shirt first?

[@joseph-bullivant]

Really helpful and clear video. Thank you!

[@rogueblackfish3625]

Fantastic video Hannah! Can you do this A-Z for Amazon Merch as well. I'm just getting started and so many videos are focused on Etsy. I would really just like a workflow for merch without getting side tracked with so many references to other platforms. I feel like for newbies this is one of the biggest obstacles. Trying to just focus without all the distractions of thinking they need to be on multiple marketplaces. It may be true that we should be everywhere, but when you're just getting started it can really lead to analysis paralysis thinking you have to 'do it all'.

[@hannahebeling]

Yes! That's a great idea! I have some older videos that feature the Merch process more heavily, but they are certainly due for an update.

[@rogueblackfish3625]

@@hannahebeling Thank you for considering an updated video on it! Also, if you use ads, could you mention your strategy for that in the video as well?

[@Kells_Stock1313]

Oh girl! This is me right now.. analysis paralysis peak..

[@SahokoHorikawa]

wow, great video. thanks so much

[@SpudMonkey815]

Should i niche down in the same way for my whole Etsy store? So in your example would you only do pharmacist designs throughout the store?

[@hannahebeling]

If you are very new to POD, I might suggest having a more general shop for a while until you pinpoint a niche that does really well for you. Then you could think about also opening a more specific store!

[@SpudMonkey815]

@@hannahebeling thank you, I’ve been stuck for the past week thinking over what I need to base my store around lol this will help me focus in on what’s selling

[@lundenburnett]

Hello Hannah, I'm a little lost my merch informer site doesn't look like yours I'm having trouble locating the Movers and shakers section? Thanks !

[@miadu1801]

Which blank products do you use for your T-shirt? I confuse between Comfort Color and Gildan

[@hannahebeling]

I like Bella + canvas!

[@davidblond95]

I am also considering these two products from Printify, but there are some aspects I'm not satisfied with. Can you suggest some suppliers with similar products that are made in the US?

[@JennyNguyen-bu4by]

Hi Hannah, I paid for a subscription for Kittl, but my mockups still show the Kittl name on the bottom right hand corner of my designs. What are your thoughts? It will show on my etsy thumbnails.

[@lesleycopplestone7058]

Hi Hannah I'm 60yrs old and new to all this I have a very old computer that won't let me do any changes to my template could you please tell me what I need on a new laptop to be able to obtain all these tools that you use thankyou

[@blissseeker4719]

I'm not Hannah but it sounds like you need to get a computer/laptop upgrade - which can be fairly expensive depending on the power you'd like. I would expect to spend a few hundred pounds for a new laptop that can perform well.

[@lesleycopplestone7058]

Thankyou very much for your answer yes I think I need a new one 😀

[@businessentreprenuer4174]

Do Etsy have a hold on payputs after someone purchases or is payment available soon after?

[@replicacity92]

A hold

[@hannahebeling]

When you are a newer seller the hold can be longer, but later you can get your funds shortly after the product has been received be the buyer.

[@ELKHRACHFI]

Great video Hannah, can you talk about the strategy for making Amazon ads

[@hannahebeling]

Great suggestion!

[@butterflytropicals286]

Is there a lot of cost for starting something like this? Great video by the way.

[@hannahebeling]

Thank you! I actually have a video from about 2 weeks ago that goes over some of the cost to get started. It’s pretty low cost, but I suggest having a little available to pay for the wholesale cost of several orders before you’re reimbursed.

[@butterflytropicals286]

​@@hannahebelingthank u!

[@butterflytropicals286]

​@@SophiaRoseApothecarythank u for your response and of course nothing is free, that is why my question to Hannah was is the cost high to start something like this.. Not if it were free.

[@IrisScribbles]

In one of your videos you talked about starting your Instagram boutique. I am going to try it, but i dont want to actually be in it myself. Is that ok? I am a grandma and, just learning all this exciting stuff.

[@hannahebeling]

That’s totally fine! If you have a good mockup subscription like Placeit, you can get tons of photos of people to post in your shop wearing your items.

[@th1nk.OUTLOUD]

I like the way you think El-b 🧠💡

[@marisabond_007]

I tried POD but it sucks when you have to have the $$$ up front to pay for the POD service, I’m too broke to afford consistent payment. 😢

[@shivkumar-em2zv]

Wonder full video....Hannah...how to sell floral print on etsy...will you please upload A video on floral print on etsy for understanding...

[@shivkumar-em2zv]

I know how to create design..like textile design, graphic design, print design....etc...

[@joelsunilvarghese2119]

when someone decides to order my shirt what happens then, do i go to printify or what