How to Create PRINTABLES in CANVA to Sell on ETSY (ULTIMATE STEP-BY-STEP TUTORIAL)

Want to make money selling Etsy digital products but don't know where to start? Printables are one of the top in-demand digital products to sell on Etsy currently. We're thinking things like printable wall art, printable invitations and stationery, and even printable party decor. The options are endless when it comes to creating digital products that can be instantly downloaded and printed out by the customer. Though there are many options, the process of actually creating them and listing them to sell can be really overwhelming which is why I've created this video! If you've been wondering how to create printables to sell on Etsy, best digital products to sell online, how to create printables in Canva, strategy for selling digital products, the process for sizing printables for Etsy, then this Etsy + Canva tutorial is for you, my friend. In this walk-through, I'm giving every step you'll need to take from validating your product idea, to a full Canva printables tutorial, to printable wall art sizing, to uploading your final products to sell on Etsy. No more need to search the internet for digital product ideas- start with printables! They are relatively easy to create and are selling like CRAZY on platforms like Etsy. Start here and let me guide you through how to sell digital products on Etsy.
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[@KateHayes]

🎥 Free Digital Products Masterclass: www.Kate-hayes.com/dppreg

[@ljmk22]

can you use the MAGIC text to image stuff you create commercially? if I have the Canva Pro? Also in the free trial pro version they took away the Quality slider option... so have to go to the cloud converter. as of Feb 2024 anyways

[@ThrivewithMeasures]

I have seen so many videos and I must say I have learned a lot but this one is Amazing not to mentioned you are the ONLY 1 who gave a detailed step by step with ratios, resolution, how to download it correctly and transfer files over to Etsy which is whats been holding me back because I wasnt sure. I am eternally grateful to you. And yes I seen the downloaded your Digital Product guide and seen the powerhouse all amazing and informational. Thanks so so much❤

[@KateHayes]

Aw thank you so much for your kind words friend! So so glad all of this could help you! 💛💛

[@JW-yi7lv]

@@KateHayes Same for me, very helpful :)

[@yesmum2]

Finally someone explained and showed how to upload the compressed file if you have more then 5 pics. Thanks

[@KateHayes]

You’re welcome!

[@Dani_1205]

Thank you so much Ms. kate, this very helpful specially for the begginers. keep going!

[@nikkispeed6168]

The absolute BEST teacher; you're AMAZING. Thank you, Kate!!! ❤

[@KateHayes]

Aww, thank you friend! You’re so welcome!

[@Judetv10]

This is basically a masterclass! A lot of value! 😊

[@KateHayes]

Glad you found it helpful!!

[@majdasibul5325]

always soo much value ❤ Thank you Kate, you inspire me.

[@KateHayes]

You’re welcome, friend!

[@AMomentwithAmesha]

Awesome video!! Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and experience with your viewers.💖

[@KateHayes]

You’re welcome and thank you for the kind words!

[@AlshiemaSaheed]

I always Love watching you Kate❤.

[@KateHayes]

Thank you, friend!

[@mizztheresa9547]

Thank you for this video! Very helpful.

[@KateHayes]

You’re welcome!

[@aiisthefuture999]

Absolutely fabulous!

[@KateHayes]

Thank you friend!

[@user-gy8nu5ch4u]

You are a rock star! Thank you!

[@KateHayes]

Thank you friend! Glad you liked it!

[@tonyazartist7617]

Great help! Thank you

[@KateHayes]

You’re welcome!

[@buildhacks6658]

Wow! Great info!

[@KateHayes]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!

[@ACraig-og8tn]

this is the best tutorial I have seen. Thank you!

[@KateHayes]

You’re welcome!

[@elizagarcia5069]

OMG this was super helpful, wish I saw this a month ago when I started. Currently going back to all my listings and making the changes

[@KateHayes]

Thank you for the kind words. Glad it was helpful to you!

[@davidthescottishvegan]

Another great video Kate. I definitely want to start selling Digital Products on Etsy and using Canva will help with that. Love 🥰 the video and love 💞 Kate.

[@KateHayes]

For sure! Rooting for you, friend!

[@user-mg8gd9tv6u]

Hi Kate, thank you so much for sharing your knowledge through this video, this is very useful for me. Awesome!! thank you 😊

[@KateHayes]

You’re so welcome friend! Happy to help! 🥰

[@maritzagoytia2273]

I loved your presentation a lot of info. Thanks

[@KateHayes]

So glad this was helpful for you friend!

[@robertasimon5937]

Very informative, thankyou!

[@KateHayes]

You’re welcome! Glad you though so.

[@bridgetmccray6186]

This was so very helpful and easy to understand. Thank you!

[@KateHayes]

So glad!! Happy to help!

[@AllisonArcangel]

This was so helpful! Thank you for this, Kate! For AI-generated digital wall art, do we need to list Midjourney (for example) as a production partner?

[@AugustAlvarez-up8uo]

Thank you, thank you! Finally a clear explanation, easy to follow. Thank you for sharing this knowledge and giving us all a chance at a better possible income and a new beginning for many of us trying to find a new way! More please. ❤

[@KateHayes]

Aw, so so happy to help you! 💛

[@jennifermcintosh5721]

I have seen so many videos and let me tell you I have find what I am looking for this step by step on point and its easy and you showing us what to do I mean its just so great to be able to understand I just love your videos please don't stop what you are doing you have helped me so much I am telling you I watched one video of yours and have learn so much in that one video than I have in the past 3 months I am so greatful to finally get the knowledge that I been needing because this whole digital products haven't been easy for me I am still trying to get it down to the T I am going to watch all of your videos THANK YOU SO MUCH & THANK YOU FOR TRYING TO HELP OTHERS!!!!! YOU ARE THE BEST!!!!

[@KateHayes]

Aww thank you friend. Your kind words are very appreciated. So glad it was helpful!

[@kimhuchel8107]

This was very helpful!

[@KateHayes]

Glad it helped!

[@saragolan6667]

Thank you very much! You really helped me! It's like you reading my question..

[@KateHayes]

Glad it helped!

[@maribelamante1238]

thank you for this video ms.

[@KateHayes]

You’re welcome!

[@lindadowling423]

Great video! I feel more confident in listing now :)

[@KateHayes]

Yay! That’s so great to hear :)

[@xxyyff-9142]

Very beginner friendly toturial and I learned so much. Thank you for an informative video.

[@KateHayes]

So glad to hear that! Cheering you on friend! 😊

[@LittleNicky007]

Thanks you Kate so much for your helpful information and great contents- I’m gonna share it to my teen daughter, keep it up with your great contents Kate

[@KateHayes]

You’re so welcome friend! Happy to help! 🥰

[@TOURISMAROUNDTHEWORLD2023]

Great video, thanks a lot

[@KateHayes]

You’re welcome!

[@maritzagoytia2273]

As soon as I can I register for your free master class.

[@jcanthony16]

Thank out for these videos. As a graphic designer I have been searching for new ways to make money without having to overwork myself. This helps alot

[@KateHayes]

That’s awesome friend! So glad to hear this video was helpful :)

[@rosalyndelacruz0]

thankyou so much miss kate i have learn a lot from you :)

[@KateHayes]

Yay! So glad! 😊

[@artycraftlife]

hi kate, im so thankful for this and so lucky to find you here on youtube! i just wish i learned about you and your course sooner instead of buying an etsy course that focuses on making tumbler sublimation which i have no desire on creating at all! so lesson learned for me, choose your mentor wisely.

[@KateHayes]

So glad you’re here friend! I’m sorry the course you joined wasn’t a good fit. We have a free workshop coming up if you’d like to join, we’d love to have you! 💛 www.kate-hayes.com/coaching

[@missmjl2468]

Brilliant thank you

[@KateHayes]

You’re welcome!

[@KerryAnn-kc8qf]

So helpful

[@KateHayes]

So happy to help! 👍🏻

[@joanl3115]

Very cool 🐈‍⬛‼️👏🎨🖌️

[@KateHayes]

Thanks for stopping by! 😃

[@beautyforlife107]

Hello I love you’re videos. I made a digital product but was wondering what would I put for the quantity?

[@cherriebrown8677]

Thanks for your detailed and informative video. Question: I understand you need to use the free elements/fonts etc to be able for your buyers to edit the templates, but what about the elements, images that you have added to your uploads? Things I’ve created myself or purchased with a commercial license?

[@farameutia4790]

Thank you for sharing Kate, . I wanna start selling digital product on Etsy, using Canva. This tutorial Video really helpfull.

[@KateHayes]

You’re welcome!

[@ashleyacosta9496]

EXTREMELY HELPFUL I’m so glad I found your video ! My husband just lost his job and as a SAHM I want to help bring in more income! Thank you!🥰

[@KateHayes]

So sorry about your husband’s situation, but glad you found this helpful! Cheering you on! 🫶🏻

[@Findzbyjanet]

Best video

[@KateHayes]

YAY!! Thanks, friend!

[@QueenBluntdanae]

Thank you so much

[@KateHayes]

You’re so welcome! 😊

[@UnfryDbrain]

Thank you for this great tutorial Kate. How many quantity of a single digital file can I put up on sale. Can I put 10? or a hundred maybe? Is there a limit? Thanks in advance for any reply.

[@ccgoodfellow3917]

Thank you!!

[@KateHayes]

Of course! Happy to help! 😄

[@user-nx1fp9qx6n]

Hello. Im reaching out for problem solving please. I have set up my Etsy shop with digital files to be edited, however, they don't seem to be editable (seems locked) and I don't know what I've done wrong. How do I ensure they are actually editable? Please help

[@LizDayTV]

Great video as always, Kate! Here’s TWO things I wish you had included &/or clarified for us … 1) What about the 5x7” Printable Wall Art??? Does that fall into the “other” ratio category? It’s such a popular size but isn’t listed anywhere in your guide, so I’m confused by that. 2) Bleed &/or Crop Marks - Specifically, when & how to apply them; Should two versions be provided to customers (one with, one without bleed &/or crop marks); How else would a customer know where to cut without them?; Or are they just expected to cut the paper to size before printing & realize there will be a small border all the way around (unless their printer has a borderless print setting)? Sorry for the barrage of detailed questions but I’ve been searching for answers to these questions for a while now & trust you to share the truth. 😊 Thank you for your time & assistance in getting me unstuck!

[@KateHayes]

Thank you for the encouragement friend. Please email us at [e-mail] and we can help you with the questions!

[@gaiamama1]

Hi Kate, can I use my own photography as printable wall art or doesn’t it transfer well with the resolution and is it only offered in black & white? Is there another app or platform for that?

[@jiggyplum7851]

Hey Kate - this video is unreal - packed with useful info - thank you ! Just to confirm - you said Canva Pro users can now use the sliders to convert to 300dpi? - i have been stressing over this for a while but am so relieved if this now possible.

[@KateHayes]

Hi friend, thank you! Happy this could help! And yes this is now possible! :)

[@vmlan6884]

Great tutorial, thank you so much! You didn’t mention about selecting CMYK for a printable. You kept it RGB in Canva, just wondering what you select for Etsy digital file?

[@KateHayes]

If it’s intended to be printed, you can select CMYK. If digital use product, RGB is generally used.

[@DOCSUNRAY]

THANK YOU! This was a wonderful tutorial. Do you have a video that shows how to start a 2nd Etsy store and what info Etsy is looking for, do you have to use another email address, etc.? Or can you please do one showing step by step process?

[@KateHayes]

You’re welcome friend!! This is a good idea - no we don’t currently have a video specifically on opening a second store. You will need a second email address though!

[@sanjiv.demilio]

Hi @KateHayes nice video. but i have a question why you didn't do just 1 PDF file with 2:3 ratio at the biggest size 24x36inch and this file will be valid for all the rest of the smaller format? no need to be adjust for the other size because when they print they will choose the format and if is smaller the print will automatically adapt to the lower ratio. Is not correct what I'm saying?

[@ayeshasabha8199]

Hi Kate, I'm a student of EIA. Can you make a video on how to link the Shopify store to Etsy? and also Canva digital wall mockups/wall art created on Canva. are these arts we save as PDF or PNG file

[@dailydealz_]

Yes ❤

[@KateHayes]

Thanks for watching!

[@kevinteague2660]

I just started following you and absolutely love your channel I am unfortunately one of those guys who takes forever to learn which is unfortunate because like everyone I'm trying to make money to survive. We have a dictator in our country that is just ruining it for everyone to just live in Canada. Having said this I do have a daughter to help also I have made a few Christmas cards to try and see how they do but my true passion is wanting to sell original photos as wall art. But no idea if that's the best way to sell or not. I am 65 but not a fair amount about computers I actually started trying to be an affiliate marketer but it has taken me forever to get going 8 months now and haven't been able to get it going yet but of course, I chose one that I was not passionate about. Sorry, I digress I am following this video to try and get my original photos as wall art but I'm up against professionals. But I want to give it a try. I'm told it takes quite a while to gain a following to make any money. I haven't worked in 7 years waiting for a knee replacement. But it's finally here and I will have a fair amount of time at home to learn. Ok, I will quit talking now lol.

[@KateHayes]

Thanks for introducing yourself, Kevin, Cheering you on in your business journey. Glad you’ve found value in our channel!

[@liliansharin]

Hi Kate Thanks for this wonderful and very useful video. I have already started with selling printable wall art two months ago. You downloaded them in pdf, but the file showed you downloaded them in jpeg. I downloaded them in pdf at first too, But even with the zip folder, it was more than 20 MB which is not aloud on Etsy to upload. So why were you files in jpeg while you downloaded them as pdf?

[@KateHayes]

Hey friend! I downloaded them as several different types (just didn’t show the whole process in the video). If you’d like to offer files that exceed the 20MB limit, use a Google drive or Dropbox link!

[@dervishanguctekin4212]

thank you for very explaining video. I have a question, should i upload my listing to etsy as a pdf or jpg?

[@KateHayes]

It depends on what specific kind of printable you’re selling but you could also do a listing that includes both options!

[@sweeminng1992]

Hi, Kate. Do u suggest physical or digital or both. Physical wsll art will earn more than digital?? Total newbie. Still gathering info on different pod item

[@KateHayes]

Hi friend, both can be great. It totally just depends on your preference and availability for your shop. Physical would obviously be more consistent work with having to prepare and package the products. Digital has great passive income potential, you do the work upfront and the rest is passive!

[@GlenAutisticNaturePhotographer]

I can't do wall art following your instructions, because Canva has size limits for uploads both for how many MB for the file size and the overall number of pixels. It won't let me upload 4000*6000 files unless I reduce the dimensions of the photo.

[@user-zw6yn9ik4y]

thanks so much for all your help video❤🎉🎉🎉 but may i know how did your etsy websize can see the little bee and the number of the tags!? i really want to know😂 anyway thanks sosomuch❤

[@KateHayes]

Happy to help! And that’s the EverBee chrome extension!

[@RhondaCarter-yw3ci]

@KateHayes - I have an editable checklist/planner pdf. How can I upload it to Etsy so that it remains 'editable'? I cannot use Canva to create a template link. when upload my editable pdf to Canvas,the edit feature is lost.

[@craftingwithdajana]

If I offer a file size in any of those ratios then the customer can download and print any of those photo sizes when they go to print?

[@sirapressedflowers]

Thx for the useful video. Why is the search volume from EverBee and Sale Samurai very different?

[@KateHayes]

You’re very welcome! Every search tool has its own unique algorithm that it works off of to estimate search volume (numbers are only estimates as Etsy doesn’t give out exact data). Because of this, the results between the different tools will vary!

[@sirapressedflowers]

thank you.@@KateHayes

[@oluwasemilogozahalla]

Thanks for the video... What about the Canva pro link please?

[@KateHayes]

Hey friend! It’s linked in the video description :)

[@ceciliacolmenares8473]

Hi Kate! I I have had a store on Etsy for 2 months offering Print on Demand, I already have 5-star reviews and I have sold 12 times, now I am very interested in this field of digital products, do you recommend me that I open a new store? or should I continue with my same store and add new digital products there?

[@KateHayes]

Hi friend! Great job so far! It really just depends on if the digital products make sense with your current POD products. They should all be within the same niche, style, or theme, and appeal to the same target customer. If that doesn’t apply, then you should open a separate shop!

[@akmarluna7447]

can I put Canva pro graphic to my printable and sell?

[@JOHNPAULJOHNJP]

what are the extentions your using please

[@grams9583]

How do you get Copy Right License?

[@AnaTomiCal_Heart7]

I must’ve missed the kitty on Canva link? 😅 I watched the video half while ib

[@thehapagirl92]

How do you make a one page calendar? This is frustrating me. I don’t get it. I also don’t use or want Canva pro.

[@runningclueless]

Really helpful but do you need to have a disclaimer so that the person doesn’t re use your file for making their own printable item to sell ?

[@KateHayes]

I would definitely recommend having a terms of use statement!

[@runningclueless]

@@KateHayes hello do you have an example of term of use statement as an example please?

[@floppies]

How come I don't have digital product option.

[@Helena-zp6ro]

How do u create the iso file?

[@user-oh4up7sb7m]

but how I can create account in etsy and start working ?

[@kimberleesteele6652]

I typed in printable stickers and mine did not have the orange or blue count numbers?

[@KateHayes]

Hey friend! You’ll have to install the chrome extensions for Everbee or Sale Samurai to have those show up!

[@sirapressedflowers]

I had the same question but you@@KateHayes gave already the answer :) Thanks.

[@user-kk1kf3lf7y]

Thenk you Kate help me out to know more please about Canva

[@KateHayes]

Sure thing! Definitely check out my masterclass Digital Product Powerhouse linked in this video’s description. It’s free and you can watch on demand- will give you a deeper dive!

[@Sweet_Harmomy]

How to create a seller account in etsy? Im from Philippines and im college student (bs entrepreneur), I want to start a online business, Im a good in terms of editing and creating design(digital)

[@KateHayes]

Hi friend! I have several videos that can help you get started in the Etsy playlist on my channel :)

[@nickhayes6092]

❤

[@KateHayes]

🤗🥰

[@marioncatalano3434]

Thank you for this fantastic class. I am confused about Canva's licensing agreements, so I prefer not to use their images and templates.

[@Money0120]

What about paying taxes and not using someone's trademark by mistake?

[@savanrajak3751]

Resume template editing canvas video please

[@KateHayes]

Are you selling resume templates?

[@savanrajak3751]

One of my products is not selling😭 digital file 😢

[@KateHayes]

So sorry, friend! Maybe try a different type of digital product?

[@thehapagirl92]

Save it to a usb drive!

[@fluffybutt1611]

You are a godsend Ty ❤

[@KateHayes]

Aw, happy to help! 🤗

[@mknz7776]

This video has to be one of the best for doing a deep but not long winded tutorial whilst also being so information rich. Thank you so much!!! ᡣ𐭩

[@KateHayes]

Thank you for the kind words friend! So glad you enjoyed it!