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Best POD Products for Beginners + My New Trending Picks

Release Date: 05/21/2025

Best POD Products for Beginners + My New Trending Picks

Etsy & E-Comm With The Professional Mom

Drowning in options on Printify? You are so not alone. With hundreds of products to choose from, it's easy to fall into shiny object syndrome and wind up stuck in decision overwhelm before you even launch. 😩 In this episode, I’m breaking down the BEST Print on Demand starter products that I recommend to anyone looking to launch (or relaunch) a profitable Etsy shop using Printify. We’re talking bestselling favorites, high-margin items, and which products make the most sense for new sellers who want to keep it simple and scalable. Think of this as your POD cheat sheet—no guessing, no...

One International Order, Endless Headaches: My Honest Warning

Etsy & E-Comm With The Professional Mom

Thinking of selling internationally on Etsy? Hold up, friend—let's talk first. Etsy makes it sound like a total breeze to ship worldwide, but in this episode, I’m being brutally honest about why that can backfire fast—especially if you're running a Print-on-Demand shop. I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing the real-life headache I faced with my very first international sale (spoiler alert: it was not the dreamy “cha-ching” I hoped for). I’ll walk you through what went wrong, why so many Etsy coaches advise turning off international shipping, and the sneaky downsides most...

Designing with Purpose: Prepping Ahead for May & June Sales

Etsy & E-Comm With The Professional Mom

Let’s talk about what to design for in May—and why the time to start is now! In this episode, we’re walking through the ideal 8–10 week window for researching and designing seasonal products for Etsy and Print-on-Demand. I’ll highlight upcoming events you may want to create for, like Memorial Day and Juneteenth, and (just as importantly) how to approach them with thoughtfulness and respect. You’ll hear my take on planning ahead the smart way, staying aligned with your brand values, and making sure your designs are both timely and meaningful. Whether you’re batch-creating or just...

Q1 Recap: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly from My Two New POD Shops

Etsy & E-Comm With The Professional Mom

In this episode, I'm taking you behind the curtain for a full “good, bad, and ugly” review of Q1 in my two brand-new Print-on-Demand Etsy shops. This isn’t a highlight reel—it’s an honest look at what’s selling, what totally missed the mark, and how many sales I actually made (yep, I share the real numbers). You’ll hear the categories I’m focusing on, which products are picking up traction, and the pivots I’m making based on what didn’t work. Whether you're just starting out or need a little encouragement from someone in the messy middle, this episode gives you both...

Behind the Scenes: How I'm Setting Smarter, Actionable Goals in Q2

Etsy & E-Comm With The Professional Mom

In this episode, we’re talking all about realistic and results-driven goal setting for your Etsy or online business in Q2. If your only goal is “make $5,000 profit this month,” we’re gonna level that up. You’ll learn how to set smarter, action-based goals that you actually have control over—like how many listings to create, what deadlines to set, and how to batch your designs using templates or niche-focused themes. I’m sharing simple examples to help you break it all down into doable, structured steps for consistent launches that move the needle. Whether you're in a seasonal...

The Top 5 Print on Demand Niches to Prep for Right Now (Q2 Success Starts Here!)

Etsy & E-Comm With The Professional Mom

Wondering which Print on Demand niches are worth focusing on this spring? 👀 In this episode, I’m sharing the top 5 Etsy niches to start planning and designing for right now to set your shop up for success in Q2. These are tried-and-true seasonal opportunities with real buyer intent—so if you're ready to grow your Print on Demand shop without guessing what to sell, this one’s for you! Whether you're selling shirts, mugs, tumblers, or digital designs, these Print on Demand niches are perfect for spring and early summer sales—and getting a head start now means you'll beat the rush and...

My Beginner Mistakes with Printify – What I Wish I Knew About Print on Demand

Etsy & E-Comm With The Professional Mom

Thinking about starting a Print on Demand Etsy shop? Or maybe you’ve just signed up for Printify and you’re wondering what could possibly go wrong? 🙃 In this episode, I’m opening up about my real-life Print on Demand problems as a brand-new seller—specifically the rookie mistakes I made using Printify. From shipping delays and product mockup confusion to listing strategy slip-ups, I’m sharing it all so you can skip the trial-and-error phase. If you're in the early days of your POD journey (or planning to launch soon), this episode is packed with helpful lessons, honest insights,...

Why Getting Your First 100 Sales on Etsy Feels Impossible—And How to Finally Make It Happen

Etsy & E-Comm With The Professional Mom

Getting your first 100 sales on Etsy can feel frustratingly slow. You’ve set up your shop, listed your products, maybe even made a few tweaks—but the sales just aren’t rolling in like you hoped. So what’s the deal? In this episode, I’m breaking down why those first 100 sales are the hardest and what successful Etsy sellers do differently to gain momentum. We’ll talk about: ✅ The biggest mistakes new Etsy sellers make (and how to avoid them) ✅ Why Etsy’s algorithm doesn’t “favor” new shops—but how you can work with it ✅ The marketing and visibility strategies that...

The 4 Ps of Marketing for Etsy Sellers: Apply Proven Business Strategy to Your Shop!

Etsy & E-Comm With The Professional Mom

Struggling to get consistent sales on Etsy? Not sure how to market your shop without feeling overwhelmed? In this episode, we’re diving into the 4 Ps of Marketing—Product, Price, Place, and Promotion—and how to apply them to your Etsy or e-commerce business to attract more of the right customers and boost your revenue. Here’s what you’ll learn: ✅ How to create products that stand out and sell consistently ✅ The biggest pricing mistakes Etsy sellers make ✅ Why relying only on Etsy’s marketplace can hold your business back—and where else to sell ✅ How to market your...

Trend Talk: What’s Selling on Etsy Right Now + How to Use Trends to Your Advantage

Etsy & E-Comm With The Professional Mom

Want to know what’s actually trending on Etsy right now? In this episode, recorded at the end of February 2025, we’re diving into the latest live trends shaping the marketplace—so you can jump on what’s working while it’s hot! I’ll walk you through my simple 3-part framework for understanding design trends the right way—so you’re not just chasing fads but making smart, strategic moves that keep your shop relevant and profitable. Plus, I’ll break down real examples of trending themes and how to apply them to your shop (without just copying what everyone else is doing). ✨...

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Drowning in options on Printify? You are so not alone. With hundreds of products to choose from, it's easy to fall into shiny object syndrome and wind up stuck in decision overwhelm before you even launch. 😩

In this episode, I’m breaking down the BEST Print on Demand starter products that I recommend to anyone looking to launch (or relaunch) a profitable Etsy shop using Printify. We’re talking bestselling favorites, high-margin items, and which products make the most sense for new sellers who want to keep it simple and scalable.

Think of this as your POD cheat sheet—no guessing, no fluff. Just real talk about what actually works when you're balancing biz and babies.

👉 And if you hang out 'til the end, I spill the tea on two trending products I just added to my own shop that have huge potential. I’m testing them out in real-time—and you’ll be the first to hear why I’m excited!

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