Hi, today I want to talk about printables and forget about niche topics and technical aspects. Designing prints can actually be fun if you forget about the research and do it for money.
 

Do what you love

 
I've been struggling with print on demand some years ago. I join many Facebook groups for Etsy sellers and creatives. There was a lady's post I saw where she made quite a bit of money with one of her designs for a t-shirt on Red Bubble. So I messaged her inbox and told her that I am a designer and am starting out in print on demand and can't get any sales for my store. So I asked what kind of research she did or went about for her SEO keywords. She told me I just did a design I wanted to create and that I liked. I wasn't concerned about the technical aspects; I just put it out there. If people liked it cool, and if they didn't, that's okay. She said even some of the other designs of hers that made money that she doesn't even know why they sell sometimes.

I asked her for advice, and she told me Listen, I'm not going to tell you, don't do your research and look for keywords. But if you're starting out, especially if you're a designer, do what you love first. Because if you do it out of concern for money and don't make any money from it, you'll eventually hate doing it. This even applies to non-designers. If you use Canva and love the creative process and creating designs, use that passion.
 
Great traditional artworks had a lot of emotion in their designs and weren't always concerned about money but about creating. The money issue is something you can always worry about after your designs

Is it easy to get customers for digital printables?


I watch a lot of YouTube videos, and yeah, they make it sound easy. It does take a lot of effort, hard work, and consistency. A lot of people, if they see them not making money, They want to quit. It's why most people should always start doing print on demand as a side hustle first because sometimes items don't always sell or go according to plan. Sometimes people want what they want, and keywords can change from time to time. The industry isn't constant and is always changing. So why not start out selling designs that you love and connect with people who share your interests? Those people can become your customers.

Find a fan base

 
If you love dogs and are selling printables of them, find communities on Facebook groups, Quora, and Reddit. If you love a specific breed of dog, then look up people who love the same breed. Having that connection with people who love the same things you do can really improve your odds. Starting a blog can also get you additional traffic.
 

It was supposed to be fun

 
Creating printable designs was supposed to be a fun activity, and sharing your love for something can make it easier to explore your creativity, which is bound to create beautiful designs.

Conclusion


The journey into printable designs is not just about keywords and technicalities. It's a creative pursuit that thrives when fueled by passion. Whether you're a designer or not, the advice to do what you love echoes the sentiment that great designs often stem from genuine enjoyment. Amidst the challenges of the print on demand world, building connections with like-minded communities and finding joy in the process can turn what was supposed to be a side hustle into a fulfilling venture. So, let the creativity flow, connect with your tribe, and remember – it was supposed to be fun.