HOW I MAKE EVERYTHING IN MY ETSY SHOP: Stickers, Notepads, Prints and Journals || huntermerck

[@huntermerck]

BEFORE YOU LEAVE ANY COMMENTS: 1. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL THE SUPPORT ON THIS VIDEO! This video has changed the game for me and I cannot thank you guys enough for everything. A majority of comments are overwhelmingly nice and supportive but there are a few things that I wanted to address in a comment! 2. I KNOW I talk at a very fast pace. I have tried to slow down in newer videos, but telling me I talk fast isn't going to change anything in this one. If you are having a hard time following, you can click on the "settings" button (the one that looks like a wrench), click on "playback speed" and you can slow the video down to your liking. 3. I know the jump cuts in this video are bad. Again, commenting on it is not going to fix it at this point. I have worked harder in newer and will continue in my future videos to make sure my jump cuts are not so short so that my videos are easier to follow. 4. Sometimes I get an email about a comment and when I go to reply to it, it's not showing up anywhere on my channel, so if I do not respond to a question, that is most likely why. 5. If you DM me about anything in this video, or in general on Instagram (either my personal, or for my shop) I do not always get notifications about message requests so I miss them. I do check for missed ones from time to time, so if I do not answer a question, I am not ignoring you! I will get back to you eventually and I appreciate your patience!

[@noahr.7144]

Mixams custom service is AMAZING as well.

[@bhobbs2584]

No no no, DO NOT change your videos! After listening to a video of an older woman that is pain stakingly slow, I couldn't stay on her video. I specifically came her to tell you your video is the perfect speed, perfect jumps, to the point to make the rest of us move our arses to match your speed! Love love love it, so much I'm going to go watch your other videos! It is good content and you are great at speeding up the videos for great content! Well done young lady! You have a great technique that many should follow! You are a perfect example of Proverbs 27:17! Also, thank you for the content and the tips! Just what I was looking for!

[@box_giver1432]

Don't change anything, it's your style and people who don't like your style can go elsewhere...just do you cause you can't satisfy everyone and you shouldn't try. Stay authentic and you'll grow a great following of like-minded people :)

[@sleepy.timaeus.arts.]

as someone with adhd who typically speeds up videos, i honestly thought i sped this one up without realizing. amazing that you can talk so fast cause most people stutter :)

[@offickdkdkkdkdkdkek]

Thank you queen!!! I love people who don’t gatekeep things

[@huntermerck]

I found it SOOO hard to find stuff!! literally did so much research and people always say to google stuff but like!! lol

[@angelesgetsit]

@@huntermerck you’re so humble for this!!! I get people don’t wanna share but you sharing this helps so many people 🥰🥰🥺!

[@shotsandbeerscandleco]

@@huntermerck People forget the internet doesn’t have every single thing.

[@KishJohnson]

Thanks for teaching new word. "Gatekeep" 🤣 I will be adding it to my vocab.

[@jaieatsplants]

No doubt!

[@ebmcg]

I love how fast you talk it makes it more enjoyable cause I normally click off if it’s really slow

[@LDBaldwin]

I really appreciate your transparency more than I could ever express. Thank you.

[@huntermerck]

I'm so glad!

[@angelashackelford8347]

I've been wanting to make my own planners and I'm starting off with printables but it's great to know there are companies that can produce them for me if I want to create a physical product! Thanks for your recommendations

[@jdreamhunter]

Finally a YT video that I don't have to watch on 1.5x-2x 😄 thank you!

[@NashiaAli]

Thank you so much! I appreciate how you took the time to help out confused artists who have the skills but don't have the right info / resources to express themselves! This is super helpful!

[@huntermerck]

I know I searched forever to find places I liked and could hardly find anything out there!

[@Lilly-lf1lb]

Finally someone whos willing to give us answers . Thank you so so much for giving us the info!

[@tashasosimple]

Thanks!

[@essflem]

OMG this was ssoo helpful!! Usually these types of videos are for people selling larger quantities and pricing wise it never works for me. These recs actually make sense price wise! Thank you!

[@jenniferlackey1124]

This video alone made me subscribe and start watching you! This was my very first video to watch on your channel and what an introduction! I just have to thank you for being so open with your experience and research! I loved EVERYTHING about this video! Thank you so much!

[@ariw88]

You’ve definitely saved me a lot of headache. Wishing you continued success. 🥰

[@huntermerck]

Glad I could help!

[@holicmode]

Thank you SO much for this video. I can't even begin to describe the relief I'm feeling right now. I seriously feel like the stationary side to my business is plausible right now.

[@lindsaysimmons21]

oh my goodness you are a doll!!! and thank you thank you thank you for sharing!!! I'm so glad there is other people who aren't afraid to tell new creators where they get their items!!!!

[@huntermerck]

You are so welcome!

[@cdorberlee]

you are the most fastest speaker I have ever met in my life. You talk like you are fast forward

[@huntermerck]

if im honest, ever since they introduced the App Library, my phone is pretty decluttered most of the time and I just did it on my iPad! :(

[@sonz4205]

Never seen one of your videos but love your openness and how happy you are to give honest feedback. Thank you so much ❤

[@horsebaby1234]

First of all thank you so much!! I’ve been trying so hard to get into this as I’m an Illustrator but I didn’t know any places I could get my art onto notebooks and all that. Right now I do dropshipping on Society6 but I want to have my Etsy shop selling and shipping the physical products myself. I’ve asked so many small businesses on Instagram what good manufactures to use and they never answer!

[@JennAyBaybAyy]

Thanks Hunter! Much love from Little Rock, Arkansas!!

[@brendaturner1149]

Thanks for the video. Lots of great information. I think you spoke a 100 words a minute. I plan on watching your video again and writing it all down.

[@huntermerck]

i do tend to talk pretty quickly i’m sorry! you can go into the settings on the video and change the speed so that it’s slower to make it easier to understand!

[@HeyLiyah235]

Shoutout to this lovely who just put us on game! God bless you!

[@shaneyg25]

Thanks !! I talk fast too, I totally get it. Thank you for sharing some people are guarded, but its literally room for everyone out here. I truly appreciate this info.

[@omgomgomg83]

I get my stickers made at stickermule as well! I love them! and by the way, I literally had NO idea we could opt out of freebies so THANK YOU for sharing that tidpit!!!!

[@huntermerck]

it’s fun and cool the first time but i don’t need a hundred donkey stickers🤣

[@annaguettabi3974]

I’m just now getting ideas for a shop. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge!

[@KayGee_yt]

This is truly so helpful. I need to do more research on finding a local printing company. It's hard but as you've shown, there's some real gems out there!

[@huntermerck]

yes!! I found a random KZbin video from like 5 years ago that had helpful information

[@julie5786]

@@huntermerck Would you happen to remember the video? I'd love to watch it as well.

[@huntermerck]

@@julie5786 super late reply I'm sorry but I have no idea where that video is :(

[@michaelazachary8011]

oh my gosh thank you! I have been doing product research for over a month now to start my own small business and I haven't found anything as helpful than this video so thank you!!!

[@kaylatcompton]

Hunter is spilling the tea today!!

[@wendybecker4223]

Thank you for this info! Considering a small home based business at age 50 is a bit daunting, but you make it seem doable.

[@grey7153]

I love sticker mule!! I just got 10 stickers for 1$ and 100ft of packaging tape for $9 using their sales!

[@huntermerck]

their deals are truly amazing! I always try to take advantage of them when I can!

[@amandastockton2298]

Girl you have helped me so much! I have been having the hardest time finding someone for my sticker and journal designs!

[@huntermerck]

You are so welcome!

[@pizzainoven]

Have you ever looked into Amazon KPD? You can publish journals on there and order the prints for yourself for pretty cheap.

[@phent1223]

Omg thank you!!!! You have helped me 10,000x more than any other huge small business ever has! I appreciate you sharing your finds so much, Idk why people gate keep their suppliers it’s so frustrating!!!! You’re the bomb ♥️♥️♥️

[@Soul__tiger]

Vistaprint has a rounded edge option for business cards!!

[@erinlomax7048]

Hunter thank you! I know this video is 3 years old but this is such great info. Definitely a saved video for me. Have things updated since this video?

[@kaitlynaguirre3149]

Wow. You’re such a doll for sharing all this. Thank you!

[@jemmajones4278]

THIS IS SO HELPFUL OMG. Although I am UK based so I may need to find different companies. I've been pulling my hair out trying to find somewhere to print custom journals! THANK YOU for being SO helpful, it's so nice when artists want to help other artists :)

[@ashleyn239]

I have been researching where to get quality note pads, but low quantity for literally hours today. Thank you so much for this information! Im subbing to your Channel because this is so selfless of you to share!

[@huntermerck]

yay!! i’m so glad it was helpful! i couldn’t find a lot of info so i went to youtube also and it was still not helpful lol

[@chorei1663]

I really appreciate this video and enjoyed learning about what sources you use for your products. It was also nice to know that these companies can do small orders which is very helpful for small businesses. I do not have my own shop, but it would be a dream to have one someday because it sounds like it could be fun. Thank you for sharing.

[@leasmow4670]

Thank you so much for doing this! Its so helpful and it speaks volumes about you as a professional and a person to be so kind and sharing this :)

[@Linda-cv6wd]

Thank you so much! I'm a little late in a reply since this is an old video, but since I'm just getting started with Etsy this is very helpful. I did go to your Etsy page and I had to smile at your faith stickers. I had a feeling you were His. :) I pray that God continues to bless your efforts.

[@lenoralb]

Thank you so much. That was a wealth of information. I started, stopped, and started doing the research and I knew eventually I was going to have to take the leap and “just do it” with someone. It was the idea of spending the money and not get what you pay for that makes one apprehensive. I’ve seen so many videos of people going through the pain. You can actually see them re-working the budget in their heads-Yeesh! Anyway, thank you😊

[@ellascottagecompany2044]

Thank you for all the info! Really appreciate your honesty and transparency. I feel like I’m one step closer to opening my shop. Thank you 🙏

[@huntermerck]

Yay! I'm so glad it was helpful! Good luck with your shop!

[@karissawalker4573]

as an etsy shop owner myself, i found this SO helpful!! Thank you so much for sharing this info!

[@autumnjames4122]

You rock! So honest, so sweet and helpful without the bs

[@gracecurrier9182]

Thank you so much for this information! It’s not easy finding things to work. Like you said people don’t like to offer there resources. Thank you so much!

[@huntermerck]

You are so welcome!

[@gingerbunny.]

i find it fun listening.. so lively.. and fast...

[@jamjari04]

New subscriber! 🥳 Thank you this is so helpful for new Etsy shop owners like me 🙏 there's no competition when you are so sure of your own success. Thanks for not gatekeeping. ❤️❤️ I hope you have continued success.

[@heavenplans4091]

Thanks for sharing your tips with us!!! It’s rare to find people who want to share these things.

[@Kenyatta.M]

Thank you for sharing! I really like Printwell… didn’t know I could get notepads printed with them (I’ve had beautiful Thank You cards printed); and the monthly billing is a great option.

[@Elysian330]

I’m feeling so overwhelmed today… I’ve got my art files ready to print, I have my printer and photoshop and I hit a brick wall … I was like right my Procreate file is 7x5… how do I get it printed to a greeting card…. 😑😑😑 … I’ve been a hermit illustrating, I’m not so regular with my social media as much as I should, I know when I figure out the actual printing and Cricut settings il be uploading vlogs etc.. I figured Cricut from Procreate, now I am trying to edit them in photoshop to get a better saturation and make them pop. I’m also trying to pass my driving test and almost passed yesterday minus one mirror check 😫 so it’s just soooo much right now. Also a mumma to two girls ❤ thank you for uploading, new subscriber here ❤ I hope to upload in KZbin soon when my process is figured out 🎉

[@taikisiki]

Thank you for this! I’m going to be an at home mom soon and needed some ideas of how to sell some products on my Etsy shop. New sub!

[@thatssoandrew_]

this was extremely helpful in my search for notebooks! thank you!

[@ElizaFerree]

Loved this video. You gave so much info. Question. Have you used KDP for books? I'm really interested if it is the same process for Lulu. I need to find somewhere that is cheaper. haha.

[@itscecelia3989]

Girllll I have been researching companies to source from and I haven’t found anything that seems like a good fit. I LOVE the knowledge you shared. I just subscribed to your channel love your content and your vibe girl stay encouraged with everything you’re doing!

[@huntermerck]

yay!

[@Cecile2906]

I’ve been curious about printing stickers, thank you for disclosing y’all this info. It’s generous of you

[@lola.creates6000]

Thank you so much for this video. Super helpful!

[@sheilabaskerville3762]

So generous with helpful information. Thanks

[@huntermerck]

Glad it was helpful!

[@steveyg777]

Hi and thank you for giving of your time and information. You are such a generous and helpful person. Forget about the complaints, they should JUST BE GRATEFUL! Some people are far too selfish. Anyway, thank you again! 🙂

[@tashasosimple]

Thank you so much for the information you gave! Some people would never share their information.

[@huntermerck]

i found it so difficult to find the information so i really wanted to provide helpful information!

[@tashasosimple]

@@huntermerck and it's very much appreciated 😘

[@emilybrown8804]

You are a literal angel! Thank you SO SO SO much!! GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR ETSY BUSINESS

[@mishkalarsoncreations]

Uchgreat information - and I can definitely feel your energy!

[@denisegaraybatres3892]

You are so nice for sharing this information! Thank you!

[@ASMRKay_]

The fact you give all this valuable information for free is amazing! Question: I’m a new viewer so you may mention this another time but why do you sell physical products vs print on demand? 😊

[@huntermerck]

I do sell some digital products in my shop, but I have a LOVE for all things stationery and really enjoy the workmanship that goes into a well designed and put together notebook, notepad, etc. Paper is really important to me and if I can sell it as a physical product, I can make sure my designs are printed at their best!

[@kelseyhickey]

I love that you shared all of this information! It is so interesting to see the behind the scenes!!

[@ChanelisOnline]

Thankyou for sharing 💖 this was such a helpful video. I am hoping to create journals to share

[@Sweetalicelynn]

Oh my goodness, I'm so happy I found you. I have been looking a long time for someone to honestly tell me how to go about this. Without paying a arm and a leg for. Thank you so much I wish a could like your video a thousand times. 💜✌️

[@Qyourcouplescoach]

I no I’m late but I just ran across this video , you are awesome

[@sensiblelife]

You are so pretty and i love your eye makeup 😊😍

[@huntermerck]

thank you!

[@SR-yq2tu]

Thank you!! I don’t have a shop and not planing on opening one either, but I love to gift things so this info is really helpful..

[@JenniferMMinaV]

This is literally what I was looking for in starting my social enterprise! THANK YOU SO, SO MUCH! Literally so happy now to have a starting point

[@artbytruly2199]

Thank you for this information! It will be helpful to me once I start making physical products!

[@stephaniemorazan6253]

The fact that you made this video makes me wanna buy from you more I love this

[@huntermerck]

omg i love that

[@eliestrations4906]

Great girl sharing a lot of great tips! Appreciate your effort and your thorough info ❤

[@OrangeTiramisu]

You're amazing! Thanks a bunch. I wish you more success.

[@theromains5493]

Thank you for being an open book ❤

[@lalayuri]

I went on Lulu but it says I have to have a design already and upload it in pdf. I have no clue what app to use for that? But I've got a really great idea. And I want it to come to life.

[@keishafavours9676]

Thank you for being willing to share! Your products look amazing

[@bernadettecshea]

Thanks! I live in New Zealand and to get things printed here it’s so expensive. I often have to order supplies from the US and with shipping it’s still cheaper than here.

[@huntermerck]

That's crazy! I'm so glad this was helpful!

[@BuhayAmericaChronicles]

Sooo generous for sharing this! Thank you!

[@huntermerck]

No problem!

[@JHernandezOriol]

Thank you! Have you had any experience with Alibaba by chance?

[@AbbyBane.]

Thanks for sharing all the info!

[@JalissaCarter]

I love this. Thank you for your help! I can’t wait to add notebooks and notepads to my Etsy! 💜

[@ReNinaMinter]

Such a wealth of information! Thank you so much! Sending love and light to your Etsy shop! 💛☀️

[@milliemcelroy5907]

The youre so golden one is one of Harry styles' songs ahahaha love it

[@southernbellcooks5175]

Thanks so much for this information!! Do you design your own stickers, or purchase some from them that are already designed?

[@huntermerck]

i design them myself!

[@nicole.elainebaez]

Hi @huntermerck! Thank you for all the info. Just curious if the issues with LuLu have improved since making this video last year? Thanks!!

[@huntermerck]

I haven't made many orders since making this video, but ive found if you order at least 5 notebooks its typically better!

[@Sonniegaming1]

You should try KDP for low content books.

[@huntermerck]

i actually just added my first one and i’m gonna be making a video soon!!

[@yasmeenmoore8782]

You are amazing!!! I love love love your energy, and generosity!!! You have been a life saver for me. !!!!!!

[@autumnjms]

this deserves many more views! thank you so much for sharing :)

[@TheDailyChat-Carla]

can u link which clear bags you use for your notebooks

[@whitneylkelly]

I have been searching and searching for an affordable notepad vendor! I’m so happy you shared this, but how do you offset the shipping charge? Do you just cover it? I went to your Etsy shop to see how much you charged for notepads, but there’s no listings 😊

[@huntermerck]

hi! i removed my listings because i had a baby and i wasn’t able to prioritize my shop! i determined the cost of shipping and added it to the cost of the notebook so if i was going to charge $15 for the notebook and shipping was $5, I would just make the listing $20 with “free” shipping!

[@CreatedbyJara]

THANK YOU for this girl!! I’ve been struggling with finding quality products to print my art on!

[@huntermerck]

You're so welcome!

[@CreatedbyJara]

@@huntermerck I have a question! When you order your notebooks, do you select Black & White Standard Ink? I was going to but I was worried my cover wouldn’t print in color.

[@huntermerck]

@@CreatedbyJara OMG KZbin SUCKS I DIDNT GET A NOTIFICATION, but to answer your question: i use standard black and white! the premium black and white is better for image heavy interior but since they’re just for a notebook i use standard! editing to update: if you choose the black and white, it only applies to interior pages! whatever you upload on the front will be in whatever color you designed it as!

[@lbia5122]

Wow!!! you talk very fast!!!! Very informative!!! Thanks girly! :)

[@deemarjuarii]

Thank you so much! This was great.

[@THATS_CHARMING]

Thank you for sharing ! I am looking to create my own journals soon . I love journaling my thought and emotions

[@Mari.s.M]

Thank you for sharing , not many people share there products with others. Just subbed to your channel. Blessings!

[@rebeccasuraci7666]

I really appreciate this bc people are so secretive. I don’t wanna come after anyone’s brands but I’m not a tech savvt person at all. And I need to know what to do lol .. or at least what programs they use so I can take classes before I attempt. Everyone I think buys commercial use images but I actually would like to draw my own designs. Buttttt I don’t even know how that works. I’m an artist artist not a graphic artist

[@monicasosa4566]

I appreciate your transparency!! I know everyone likes to keep the secrets to their success but I am like you and just want others to be successful too with where their aspirations are leading them. Thank you, thank you!!! Liked and subscribed and will be checking out your store!

[@catherineIsHere]

Thank you for sharing everything 😌 I have a question ☺️ So you buy everything online and then you are selling them on your Etsy shop? I am not sure if I understand you because my English is not that well❤️🙏 thanks again👋

[@labridgettewilliams-rawls2156]

This was so informative! I want to launch a business doing something similar. I will check out your store as well.

[@GracefullyKaren]

Thank you Hunter. I’m grateful for this video. God bless you 🥁🤗

[@huntermerck]

Glad it was helpful!