200. 5 Expert Design Tips to Outsell AI Shirts on Etsy & Amazon w/ Kittl, Mystic POD & More
Release Date: 07/24/2025
210. Steal This Etsy POD Strategy from a $725K Seller
Crickets to Cha-Chings
Summary 👉 Join The Gift Lab for the lowest price ever: Want to turn your Etsy shop into a thriving gift-product business? In this episode, Emily shares how she launched The Gift Lab from her own Etsy experience and reveals the secrets behind creating products buyers can’t resist. Learn how SEO, photography, and market research can transform your listings, why positioning items as gifts skyrockets appeal, and how print-on-demand can give your shop flexibility. Discover actionable strategies to understand your audience, build a unique brand, and continuously adapt for long-term online...
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209. Why Your Etsy Listings Aren’t Selling (And How to Fix Them)
Crickets to Cha-Chings
Summary Struggling to stand out on Etsy? Discover how Nancy Badillo, a digital marketing expert with over 15 years of experience, turned her setbacks into a thriving Etsy business. In this episode, Nancy breaks down the exact market research and keyword strategies that help sellers find profitable niches, boost visibility, and increase their average order value. Learn how to create irresistible digital products, enhance user experience, and use personalization and bundles to drive more sales. If you want to master Etsy trends and grow your shop with proven techniques, this episode is your...
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208. The $100K Trend Strategy on Etsy (Steal This!)
Crickets to Cha-Chings
Summary Discover how Passive Income Angel hit a $10K month on Etsy by mastering trends, timing, and creative strategy. In this episode, Cody Berman dives into Angel’s journey from early struggles to thriving in the print-on-demand world. She reveals how to spot seasonal product trends, time listings 8–12 weeks before holidays, and use micro niches to boost visibility and sales. Learn how AI tools, personalization, and bundling can set your shop apart — and why understanding keyword research and aesthetics across holidays can unlock year-round sales. 👉 Subscribe for weekly tips on Etsy...
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207. 5 Hidden Canva Tools for Creating Digital Products
Crickets to Cha-Chings
Summary Want to create digital products faster and sell smarter on Etsy? In this episode of Crickets to Cha-Chings, Cody Berman sits down with Canva expert Jen Michele to reveal the exact tools and strategies that save time and boost sales. Jen shares how market research prevents wasted effort, why niching down improves visibility, and the Canva features every seller should know—like the brand kit for consistency, magic resize for instant product variations, bulk create for guided journals, and the all-new Canva Sheets for spreadsheets. Whether you’re just starting or scaling your online...
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206. Ghosts, Chickens & Stamps?! Surprising Etsy Trends 2025
Crickets to Cha-Chings
In this episode, Julie Berninger chats with Bailey Vann, who went from handmade crafts to thriving in sublimation and digital products. Bailey reveals why bundling designs boosts sales, how unexpected themes like ghosts, chickens, and raccoons are trending, and why collage aesthetics are taking over Etsy. She also shares customer insights that help small businesses stand out, plus the design tools she relies on—including Kittle—for creating products buyers love. Whether you’re exploring print on demand or scaling your Etsy shop, this episode is packed with strategies to spot trends early...
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205. 5 Etsy Evergreen Printable Ideas That Will Sell All Year in 2025
Crickets to Cha-Chings
Summary Host Julie Berninger interviews Chelsea Shelton, a successful Etsy seller and coach, about the concept of evergreen printables. Sign up for the September 23rd Live Training with Chelsea here: Chelsea shares her journey from being an elementary school teacher to excelling in the printable space on Etsy. The conversation explores various evergreen product ideas, including games, scavenger hunts, gift tags, signature drink signs, and brain dump templates, emphasizing their potential for consistent sales throughout the year. Chelsea also discusses the importance of using existing...
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204. Sell These Now Says Dori of Your Etsy Bestie (Digital + POD)
Crickets to Cha-Chings
Julie sits down with Dori, an Etsy business veteran who’s been selling since 2007, to uncover the strategies behind long-term success. Dori reveals how persistence, smart SEO, and quality print-on-demand designs can turn simple ideas into consistent revenue. You’ll also hear surprising trends—like leopard print and puff embossed apparel—that are shaping Etsy right now. 👉 Register for the LIVE event September 23rd "Your First $50,000 Selling Printables" with Gold City Ventures: Time Stamps 00:00 Dori's Etsy Journey and Multi-Passionate Business Ownership 05:00 Trends in...
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203. 5 Etsy Trends to Jump On in 2025: Unlocking Hidden Gems with Profit Tree
Crickets to Cha-Chings
Summary In this episode of the Crickets to Cha-ching's podcast, Julie Berninger and Hannah Gardner of ProfitTree discuss five emerging trends in the Etsy marketplace. They explore the new features of ProfitTree, a tool designed to help Etsy sellers track profits and optimize their listings. Takeaways ProfitTree helps sellers track profits and optimize ads. Personalized baby books are a growing niche in the market. Embroidered products can be sourced locally for customization. Cruise shirts are popular for group sales and bulk orders. Personalized dog shirts are trending and can be...
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202. From $50 to Full-Time: Jay’s Print-on-Demand Pivot to Creative Freedom
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Summary In this episode, Julie Berninger interviews Jay De Souza, who shares his journey from a stressful corporate job to becoming a successful print-on-demand entrepreneur. Jay discusses the importance of understanding customer needs, the significance of niche marketing, and the emotional aspect of selling products. He emphasizes the use of technology and tools to enhance business efficiency and the necessity of maintaining a positive mindset for long-term success. The conversation also covers emerging trends in the apparel market and practical tips for aspiring entrepreneurs. Takeaways Jay...
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201. These 5 Print-on-Demand Products Make Sales Every Day (Even in Off-Season)
Crickets to Cha-Chings
Summary Emily's Free POD webinar: In this episode, Julie Berninger and Emily discuss the latest trends in print-on-demand products, focusing on five unique items that are currently performing well on Etsy. Emily shares her insights on wedding vow journals, funny career candles, teacher tote bags, personalized ornaments, and hidden message mugs, providing practical advice for beginners looking to enter the print-on-demand space. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding customer needs and the potential for unique, giftable products in the e-commerce market. Takeaways Emily...
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In this episode, Julie Berninger interviews Juna from Detour Shirts about the world of print on demand, specifically focusing on selling apparel like t-shirts. Juna shares his extensive experience in the industry, discusses various AI tools for design, and provides valuable tips for creating standout designs. The conversation emphasizes the importance of quality over quantity in design, the role of AI in enhancing creativity, and practical strategies for success in the print on demand space.
Takeaways
- Juna has been in print on demand since 2005.
- AI tools can significantly speed up the design process.
- Quality of designs is more important than quantity.
- Using unique typography can make designs stand out.
- Good use of color is essential for eye-catching designs.
- Creating interesting layouts can differentiate your products.
- AI can help generate ideas for phrases and designs.
- It's important to fill space effectively in designs.
- Designs without text can still be successful.
- Experimenting with different tools can enhance creativity.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Print on Demand Apparel
02:51 Exploring Technology in Print on Demand
05:34 The Role of AI in Design
08:27 Comparing AI Tools for Print on Demand
11:41 Maximizing Design Listings for Sales
14:31 Quality vs. Quantity in Design
17:28 Five Tips for Effective T-Shirt Design
20:56 Designing with Detail: The Importance of Elements
22:54 Creating Unique Designs: Standing Out in the Marketplace
26:10 Typography Matters: The Art of Text in Design
32:03 Color Choices: Using Color to Enhance Designs
38:31 Layout Creativity: Making Designs Visually Engaging
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Resources:
https://goldcityventures.com/gifting-gold-podcast - Free Workshop to learn the basics of selling POD
https://goldcityventures.com/workshop-pdcst - Free workshop to learn the basics of selling digital products online
https://goldcityventures.com/pdcst - Gold City Ventures Website
Kittl: https://go.goldcityventures.com/kittl
Follow Juna on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DetourShirts