Want to learn how to sell printables online? Here’s a simple guide to get you started, from finding printable ideas to making extra money.
I first discussed selling printables online in “How I Make Money Selling Printables On Etsy.” This is part two! Many of you showed interest, so I got Cody, the co-founder of the E-Printables Side Hustle course, to answer more questions and connect me with his students for their best tips.
Selling printables online can be a fun side hustle. You only need to create a printable once, and you can sell it unlimited times. Cody started with no graphic design skills and learned as he went along.
Are you wondering:
– What is a printable?
– Why do people buy printables from Etsy? Is it profitable?
– What printables sell best on Etsy?
– How do you price each printable?
– How do you start selling printables on Etsy?
Today’s article will help you learn how to sell printables online. You can also sign up for Cody’s free ebook to get started with selling digital downloads on Etsy.
### Free Training: Earn Money Selling Printables
Want to make money selling printables online? This free training will give you ideas on what to sell, how to get started, the costs, and how to make sales.
### How to Sell Printables Online
#### About Cody
Hey! I’m Cody, co-founder of Gold City Ventures and a digital nomad. I stumbled into selling printables because I’m always looking for fun ways to make money. In early 2019, my friend Julie mentioned she made over $6,000 selling printables on Etsy with just 50 hours of work. Intrigued, I decided to give it a shot, and the rest is history!
#### What is a Printable?
Printables are anything you can print: calendars, planners, stickers, labels, cards, resumes, brochures, wall art, business cards, banners, coloring pages, games, postcards, workbooks, etc. With technology, digital downloads like digital planners and Snapchat filters are also popular.
#### Why Do People Buy Printables from Etsy?
1. **To Solve a Problem:** Planners and trackers help people manage their lives.
2. **As Gifts or for Fun:** Cards, invitations, games, and banners.
3. **For Decoration:** Wall art and family photos.
People come to Etsy with the intention to buy, so if you sell what they’re looking for, you can make a nice side income.
#### What Printables Sell Best on Etsy?
All the printables mentioned above are hot sellers. The key is to stand out from the competition through presentation, keywords, customization, or other methods. For example, editable Mother’s Day cards or niche-specific planners like a “pink floral wedding planner” can help you attract buyers.
#### How Do You Price Each Printable?
Check out the competition to see their prices. Prices can range from $2 to $100. When starting out, price your printable toward the middle but on the lower side to attract customers while ensuring quality.
#### How to Get Started Selling Printables on Etsy
1. Think of a printable idea.
2. Start designing using tools like Adobe products, Canva, PicMonkey, ProCreate, or even Microsoft Word.
3. Open your Etsy shop and list your product with listing pictures, a title, description, tags, price, and other relevant information.
4. Click Publish to go live and start making sales.
5. Use social media, blogs, videos, paid ads, and other options to increase brand awareness and sales.
### Beginner Tips from Bloggers
Here’s what some bloggers who took the E-Printables course had to say about starting out:
**Kristy from Print it Momma:**
– Started in August 2020, focusing on mom-related printables.
– Made her first sale within weeks and earned $6,500 by the end of 2020.
– Top tip: Find something you know and dive in. Make sure it’s something people are interested in.
**Jen from EdenwoodPaperie:**
– Started in August 2019 with wedding and party printables.
– Made her first sale in about 20 days.
– Top tip: Research popular items, create your version, and use ads to boost visibility.
**Cynthia from EphemeralAesthetics:**
– Started in late 2018 with motivational wall art.
– Pivoted to quarantine games during the pandemic.
– Top tip: Be persistent and try different kinds of printables.
**Kevin from Modern Printable Shop:**
– Started in March 2018 with personal finance and fitness printables.
– Made his first sale within a week.
– Top tip: Keep improving and make products people want.
**Sasha from YourFrugalFriend:**
– Started in August 2019 with personal finance printables.
– Expanded to various niches for steady income.
– Top tip: Ensure your listing images are irresistible and price competitively.
**Rachel Jones from moneyhackingmama.com:**
– Started in July 2019 with personal finance and wall art printables.
– Now makes over $10,000 a month.
– Top tip: Use ads to boost visibility and understand how to use them effectively.
Do you want to learn how to sell printables online? What other questions do you have?