How to Make Money Printing T-Shirts
If you are looking for a way to express yourself while earning some extra income, making t-shirts is a great way to achieve both. The demand for t-shirts is endless, and can be sold in a variety of ways to maximize the profits that you earn. Choose popular designs that are sure to sell in order to appeal to the mass market.
- Purchase an inexpensive t-shirt printing press that you can use at home to design your own t-shirts. You can purchase one of these at your local craft and hobby store, or online depending on your preference.
- Research popular t-shirt designs online so that you can get an idea of what sells. Look at websites to see what designs are listed as their best sellers, this will help you to get an idea of the styles you should print in order to make a profit.
- Rent a booth at a flea market to sell your printed t-shirts. Many people visit flea markets regularly, and will come back again if they are happy with the quality and price of the t-shirts you have for sale.
- Place an ad on craigslist with an example of a few different designs that you offer. You can place more details in the description about the different styles you have for sale, and ask them to email you if they would like to see pictures of the other available designs.
- Sell your t-shirts on eBay. This online auction site is very popular and will allow your t-shirts to be seen by millions of people increasing your chance for sales. You will need to set up a sellers account on eBay before you will be able to begin selling. Simple click on the “Create Seller’s Account” link on the home page, and follow the onscreen directions on how to set up your sellers account.