Category: Print on Demand

How to Scale Your Print-On-Demand Business (Step-by-step Guide)

Bogdan Rancea
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You found the best print on demand company. You’ve launched your print-on-demand store. You’ve sold a few t-shirts, mugs, or hoodies.

But now you’re stuck.

You’re thinking, How do I actually grow this thing? How do I go from $500/month to $5,000… and beyond?

Here’s the truth: Scaling a print-on-demand business isn’t about flooding your store with more designs or hoping one goes viral. It’s about getting the right systems in place, finding the right audience, and investing in what’s proven to work.

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Printful vs Bonfire vs Spreadshirt: Which is the POD MVP?

Rebekah Carter
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Let’s face it, creators and entrepreneurs thinking of getting involved the with Print on Demand (POD) business model are spoiled for choice these days.

There are countless great platforms and vendors to choose from – and it’s no wonder. After the POD market is currently growing at a CAGR of 25.8%.

Although I’ve personally tried and tested somewhere around 100 different POD platforms in the past, companies like Printful, Bonfire, and Spreadshirt still stand out.

Printful, for me, is one of the best print-on-demand solutions all-around (alongside Printify and Gelato), based on its exceptional commitment to product quality, its wide range of integrations, and its great design tools.

However, Spreadshirt and Bonfire are amazing for specific types of sellers.

Not sure which option is best for you? Here’s my honest, hands-on comparison of all three solutions.

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DTG vs DTF Printing: Which One’s For Your Print on Demand Business?

Bogdan Rancea
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When I started my first print on demand business over 10 years ago I had one major problem: choosing the right printing method.

It’s a decision that affects everything from the quality of your products to how fast you can scale your business.

Two of the most popular methods right now are DTG (Direct to Garment) and DTF (Direct to Film). Both are good options but they serve very different purposes.

So, what’s the main difference between DTG (Direct-to-Garment) and DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing?

DTG prints ink directly onto fabric, creating a soft and natural finish, but it’s limited to cotton fabrics and slower for bulk orders. DTF prints designs onto a special film, which is then transferred to almost any fabric, making it more versatile and durable for scaling a POD business.

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Bonfire vs Teespring: Comparing Top Print-on-Demand Platforms

Bogdan Rancea
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I’ve compared Bonfire and Teespring, two print-on-demand platforms for creating and selling custom merchandise. Both allow creators to design and sell without inventory but they have some differences.

Bonfire is more focused on fundraising campaigns and social causes while Teespring (now Spring) is for a wider range of sellers and products.

I found Bonfire’s interface easier to use with an emphasis on t-shirts and apparel for events or charities. Spring has more customization options and more products to sell.

Pricing is different too. Bonfire takes a percentage of sales but offers free shipping on many orders. Spring charges listing fees on some products but gives sellers more control over pricing and profit margins.

I’ll dive into that more to help you decide which one is right for you.

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Top 20 Valentine’s Day Ideas to Sell with Print-on-Demand

Bogdan Rancea
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Valentine’s Day is one of the most profitable times of the year for businesses, especially those selling personalized and unique gifts.

People are on the hunt for heartfelt, creative, and even humorous items to make the day special for their loved ones.

With Print-on-Demand (POD), you have a low-risk, high-reward opportunity to tap into this massive market.

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Prodigi vs Printful: Which Print on Demand Platform Wins?

Rebekah Carter
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If you want a quick answer: Printful is still one of the best print-on-demand (POD) platforms available today.

It’s more scalable, more versatile, and offers better design tools, more integrations, and a more polished user experience.

However, Prodigi remains a solid choice if you’re looking for a simpler platform with eco-conscious values and lower base product costs.

If you're not looking to scale aggressively or need fewer customization options, it can be a great fit for smaller, purpose-driven businesses.

I’ve tested both platforms in detail. What follows is a breakdown of the core features, pros and cons, and side-by-side comparisons that will help you choose the right platform for your business goals.

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Teespring vs Redbubble (2024): What You Need to Know

Rebekah Carter
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Redbubble and Teespring are leading print-on-demand platforms that enable creators to sell custom products without handling production or shipping.

Redbubble operates as a large standalone marketplace established in 2006, focusing on artistic products, while Teespring offers a unique campaign-based approach with over 50 product options and comprehensive support services.

Print on Demand companies, like RedBubble and Teespring give business leaders the opportunity to create their own products to sell to customers, without having to worry about things like designing and shipping items themselves.

Both Redbubble and Teespring offer a fantastic platform to creatives, with access to tons of wonderful products.

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Threadless vs Redbubble: Which Platform is Better?

Rebekah Carter
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If you’ve ever thought about launching a business with print on demand, you’ve probably heard of Threadless and Redbubble.

Both platforms make it easy to start selling custom products. You don’t even need your own ecommerce storefront. You can simply create an account and start uploading products to sell on marketplaces already visited by thousands of shoppers.

While these platforms are similar in a lot of ways, there are some major differences between them that could sway your decision on which to use.

To help you make the right choice, I put both of these platforms to the test, learned about their features, and even researched their reputations to create this comparison guide.

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