5 Underrated POD Products That Will Make You More Money 💸
TLDRThis video script discusses five print on demand (POD) products that are often overlooked but can be highly profitable. The products highlighted include custom blankets, bath mats, phone cases, hardcover journals, and jigsaw puzzles. The presenter provides insights on the production costs, potential profit margins, and market demand for each product using platforms like Printify and Etsy. The video also suggests using design tools like Canva (KD) to create unique designs for these POD products and emphasizes the importance of diversifying product offerings to increase profits in the POD business.
Takeaways
- 💡 Diversify your print-on-demand (POD) products to increase profit margins beyond just selling T-shirts.
- 🛍️ Print-on-demand blankets are profitable with a variety of options available on Printify and can be sold at a high price on platforms like Etsy.
- 🧵 Bath mats and door mats, especially custom ones, have a lower competition rate and can be sold at a significant profit on Etsy.
- 📱 Phone cases offer high-profit margins and the opportunity to capitalize on new phone releases, with various styles available on Printify.
- 📚 Hard cover journals, including custom cookbooks, have a low production cost on Printify and can be sold for a higher price, making them a good profit source.
- 🧩 Custom jigsaw puzzles are a unique POD product with the potential for high profits, especially if offering personalized or niche-themed designs.
- 🔍 Use keyword research tools like e-rank to find niches and search terms with lower competition and high search volumes for your POD products.
- 🎨 Utilize design tools like KD (Kaleidoscope) to create custom designs for your POD products, which can significantly enhance their appeal and your profit.
- 📈 Consider the production costs and shipping fees when pricing your POD products to ensure a healthy profit margin.
- 🌐 POD products can be sold on various platforms, including Etsy, Shopify, Amazon Seller Central, and even Walmart, so consider where your target audience is most likely to buy.
- 📈 The key to success with POD products is finding the right balance between product cost, selling price, and the uniqueness of the product to maximize profit.
Q & A
What are the five underrated print on demand products mentioned in the video that can potentially increase profit margins?
-The five underrated print on demand products mentioned are: 1) Print on demand blankets, 2) Bath mats and door mats, 3) Phone cases, 4) Hard cover journals, and 5) Jigsaw puzzles.
Why are print on demand blankets considered profitable?
-Print on demand blankets are considered profitable because they have a higher price point compared to T-shirts, allowing for a larger profit margin. The cost to print and ship a blanket is relatively low, and they can be sold for a significantly higher price on platforms like Etsy.
How does the video suggest one can increase profits with custom bath mats?
-The video suggests that custom bath mats are profitable due to their relatively low production cost and the ability to charge a premium for customization. There is also a lower competition in the market for these items, which can lead to higher sales and profits.
What is the advantage of selling phone cases in the print on demand business?
-Selling phone cases is advantageous because of the high profit margins due to the low production costs and the ability to charge more for customized designs. Additionally, sellers can capitalize on the release of new phone models to update their offerings and attract customers looking for the latest phone cases.
How does the video propose using hard cover journals to increase profitability?
-The video proposes turning hard cover journals into customizable items, such as cookbooks, to increase profitability. Since hard cover journals generally cost more than soft cover ones, customers are willing to pay a higher price, and the production cost is still relatively low.
What is unique about the print on demand jigsaw puzzles mentioned in the video?
-The unique aspect of print on demand jigsaw puzzles is that sellers can upload their own designs or art, and Printify will turn them into puzzles. This allows for a highly customizable product that can cater to various niches and interests, potentially leading to higher profits.
What are the potential profit margins for selling print on demand blankets on Etsy?
-The potential profit margins for selling print on demand blankets on Etsy can be significant. The production and shipping cost is around $13-$20, while blankets can be listed for $40-$80, allowing for a profit of $12 to $15 or more per blanket.
How does the video suggest using e-rank to find profitable print on demand product niches?
-The video suggests using e-rank's keyword tool to find profitable niches by typing in the product name, such as 'fleece blanket' or 'bathmat', and looking at the search results. It's important to scroll down to find more nuanced terms with lower competition and high search volumes.
What is the appeal of offering personalized products in the print on demand business?
-The appeal of offering personalized products in the print on demand business is that they can command higher prices due to their unique, customized nature. Customers are often willing to pay a premium for items that can be personalized, such as blankets, bath mats, and phone cases.
Why is it beneficial to diversify the products in a print on demand shop?
-Diversifying the products in a print on demand shop is beneficial because it can help spread risk, attract a wider customer base, and increase the chances of making sales. It also allows the shop to capitalize on different market trends and customer preferences.
How does the video recommend creating designs for print on demand products?
-The video recommends using a design tool like KD (Kaleidoscope) to create designs for print on demand products. It suggests that the tool is user-friendly and offers features like AI assistance, quote generator, and a library of elements and templates that can be used to create unique designs.
Outlines
🧵 Print on Demand Blankets for Profit
The video discusses the profitability of print on demand blankets, highlighting their higher profit margins compared to T-shirts. It mentions resources from Heather Johnson and Scott from Brand Creators on how to create and upload blanket designs using Printify. The cost to print and ship a blanket is outlined, with an example of a $13 production cost plus $5 shipping. The potential profit is illustrated by comparing these costs to the $40-$80 price range on Etsy for custom and landscape fleece blankets. The video also touches on the use of e-rank's keyword tool to find niche markets and the possibility of personalization for increased profits.
🧼 Profitable Bath Mats and Phone Cases
The second paragraph explores the profitability of bath mats and door mats, emphasizing their high-profit margins and the lower competition in the market. It provides a cost breakdown for producing a bath mat, which is around $19 including shipping, and contrasts this with the $32-$35 price range on Etsy. The discussion then shifts to phone cases, noting their profitability due to customizable designs and the opportunity to capitalize on new phone releases. The video suggests using e-rank to find profitable keywords and niches, such as 'cute' or 'floral pattern' for iPhone 15 cases, and provides an example of a seller charging $16 for a custom case with a production cost of around $10.
📔 Custom Hard Cover Journals and Jigsaw Puzzles
The third paragraph introduces hard cover journals as a profitable product, explaining that they are more expensive than soft cover ones and have a low production cost on Printify, leading to a good profit margin. It mentions the success of a Discord user, Julian, who sells custom cookbooks as hard cover journals. The video provides a cost estimate of $12-$13 to produce a journal and contrasts it with the $20-$50 price range on Etsy. The final product discussed is jigsaw puzzles, which can be customized with the user's design on Printify. The video explores the searchability and demand for puzzles on e-rank and Etsy, suggesting that personalized puzzles could be particularly profitable, with a production cost of about $19 and selling prices ranging from $29 to $44.
🎨 Diversifying Your Print on Demand Store
The final paragraph emphasizes the importance of diversifying the products in a print on demand store and finding items with higher profit margins. It uses Etsy as a platform to gauge the market's interest in various products and suggests that sellers could also use their own websites, Amazon Seller Central, or other platforms to reach customers. The video encourages viewers to use design tools like KD and its AI features to create unique designs for their products and to subscribe to the channel for more quality content. It concludes by inviting viewers to comment with their interests for future video topics.
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Keywords
💡Print on Demand (POD)
💡Profit Margin
💡Diversification
💡Blankets
💡Etsy
💡Bath Mats
💡Phone Cases
💡Hard Cover Journals
💡Jigsaw Puzzles
💡KD (Kaleido Design)
💡e-rank
Highlights
Selling T-shirts is fine, but there are more profitable print on demand (POD) products to consider.
Diversifying products and increasing profit margin are key in POD.
Print on demand blankets can be highly profitable, with various types available on Printify.
Blanket production costs are relatively low, with potential for high profit margins.
Etsy examples show custom fleece blankets can sell for $40-$80, indicating significant profit potential.
Using e-rank's keyword tool can help find niches within the blanket market.
Bath mats and door mats are another overlooked POD product with high profitability.
Printify offers custom and memory foam bath mats, which are relatively inexpensive to produce.
Etsy shows custom bath mats can be sold for $32 and above, offering a good profit margin.
Phone cases are profitable due to their high demand and the ability to capitalize on new phone releases.
Printify's phone case production costs range from $1 to $10, allowing for significant profit.
Etsy and e-rank data show there's a market for custom and themed phone cases.
Hard cover journals, especially when personalized, can offer a higher price point and profit.
The production cost for hard cover journals on Printify is low, enhancing profitability.
Etsy listings indicate hard cover journals can sell for $20-$50, showing potential for profit.
Jigsaw puzzles with custom designs are a unique POD product with surprising profitability.
Printify allows for various puzzle piece counts and options, such as tins.
Etsy and e-rank data suggest a market for custom and themed jigsaw puzzles.
Profit margins for puzzles can be substantial, with production costs around $19.
Using tools like KD can greatly simplify the design process for POD products.
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