How to Design & Sell YOUR MERCH For Beginners

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Ready to launch your own merch but don’t know how to design it? You’re in the right place! Even if you have no design experience (like me!), I’ll show you how to design and sell amazing merch, from finding the best idea to promoting your store online.

This is part 2 of my beginner-friendly merch series!

🎈 Table of contents:

00:00 How to make your own merch
00:29 How to choose merch designs
02:33 Beginner-friendly merch tools
02:59 Essential merch design tips
04:57 Creating merch designs for my online store
06:28 How to sell merch online
08:20 Reaching merch store success

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🔍 Video summary

🤔 How to Choose Merch Designs
The first step to designing your merch is knowing your audience. Think about what they love and associate with you, like a catchphrase or memorable moment. Keep your designs simple and readable, focusing on one or two key elements that represent your brand.

🎨 Beginner-Friendly Merch Tools
You don’t need to be a design expert to create great merch. Free tools like Canva and Printful’s Design Maker provide templates, graphics, and fonts to help you bring your ideas to life. These tools make it easy to create professional designs without a steep learning curve.

💡 Essential Merch Design Tips
Before jumping in, take time to explore design inspo. Create a mood board with ideas you like, and consider different techniques like printing or embroidery. Keep your designs clean and make sure they fill the entire available space on your product.

🙋‍♀️ Creating Merch Designs for My Online Store
For my merch line, I designed a t-shirt and a hat using both Canva and Printful’s Design Maker. Each tool has its pros and cons: Printful’s built-in assets make it easier to match product requirements, while Canva offers a wide range of beautiful templates.

💳 How to Sell Merch Online
Once your designs are ready, it’s time to start selling! Announce your merch launch across all your platforms, reach out to friends for support, and build hype with sneak peeks or giveaways. Offering discounts to early buyers can also help boost your sales right after your launch.

🏆 Reaching Merch Store Success
After the initial launch, track your store’s performance. Analyze customer feedback and engagement to see what’s working and make adjustments for future drops. Keep experimenting and refining your designs to find what resonates most with your audience.

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