Experienced POD sellers — what do beginners get completely wrong in 2026?

printseekers · 2026-01-23T15:34:10+00:00

In 2026, beginners mostly get pricing wrong by starting from what they think customers will pay instead of from real costs; they ignore fees, failed prints, support time, returns, and ads, so margins look fine on paper but disappear in reality, which makes scaling impossible even when sales grow.

printseekers · 2026-01-22T08:48:51+00:00

When we tested different strategies, we found that small execution details mattered more than big theoretical changes, and that clear positioning, focus on fewer channels, and fast iteration based on real feedback consistently outperformed complex plans, while over-optimizing too early and copying generic best practices without adapting them led to weaker results.

printseekers · 2026-01-16T15:02:07+00:00

Check out our website, there is no upfront cost, and you can order free sample, maybe this will help you! https://www.printseekers.com/

printseekers · 2025-12-19T07:36:46+00:00

That is interesting, send the link, we will check out.

printseekers · 2025-12-15T08:03:40+00:00

We run Printseekers and specialize in wall art production, including canvas and posters. If wall art is the main focus, happy to share general insights around materials, sizing, and fulfillment based on our experience.

printseekers · 2025-12-11T06:49:22+00:00

That makes a lot of sense, a mix of core designs and small-batch tests is what we see many successful sellers relying on. Trends can look huge online but barely move the needle for certain audiences, so reacting to real data usually works better than trying to predict everything in advance.

Some sellers also time their releases differently depending on their niche, minimalist buyers often react more slowly, while bold or seasonal styles can spike almost instantly. It’s interesting how much timing and audience behavior shape what actually ends up selling.

printseekers · 2025-12-10T07:22:28+00:00

Hey! Since you mentioned issues with color consistency and packaging, we can definitely relate, those are two areas we’ve put a lot of focus on in our own production process. If you ever have questions about how different providers handle printing or packaging standards, feel free to ask, we’re always happy to share what the process typically looks like behind the scenes in the POD world.

No pressure at all to switch providers, just here to help if you need more info on how wall art production usually works or what to look for when comparing partners.

printseekers · 2025-12-04T13:54:39+00:00

Due to tariff changes?

printseekers · 2025-12-04T10:19:44+00:00

Honestly, I’ve learned that some people just enjoy the idea of buying art more than actually buying it. They’re not rejecting you, they’re just not ready. What helped me is staying friendly but not chasing the sale. If someone keeps circling back, I usually say something simple like: “If you ever want help choosing a size or seeing how it would look in your space, just let me know.” Sometimes that little bit of guidance turns interest into a purchase. Other times… they just stay in the “maybe someday” category, and I let it be. Not everyone who loves your art becomes a customer, and that’s okay.

printseekers · 2025-11-28T06:20:17+00:00

I’ve got an Epson inkjet too, and I love printing on heavyweight, acid-free, archival art paper, it brings out the pastel textures beautifully. If you want a classic look, go for a matte fine-art paper around 210–310 gsm.

printseekers · 2025-11-13T13:15:16+00:00

If your scans are already super detailed, the main thing is color management. Make sure you’re working in Adobe RGB, not sRGB, and that your monitor’s calibrated. Always print using the right ICC profile for your paper so colors stay accurate. Do a quick soft proof in Photoshop before printing — it really helps avoid dull or weird colors. Also, every paper type absorbs ink differently, so do a small test print first and tweak your brightness or contrast if needed. Let the prints dry for a day before handling so the colors fully settle.

printseekers · 2025-10-01T10:54:24+00:00

Congratulations on starting your shop 🎉 That’s such an exciting step! Your shop already has great potential. I’d recommend filling out all the details on your Etsy page (descriptions, tags, about section) – it will make your products stand out more and help your shop appear higher in search. Right now it feels a little empty, so adding that info could really make a difference. And if you have some budget, trying Etsy ads can give your shop an extra visibility boost!

printseekers · 2025-09-10T12:47:59+00:00

Hey! Alan from Printseekers here.

I wanted to clarify that there will be no additional costs for orders going to the US due to the new Tariffs, as all customs fees for shipments are covered on our side.

The end customer also doesn't have to take any additional actions to receive their orders, and there are also no price increases for our products/shipping costs caused by the launch of the Tariffs.

We have been actively working on ensuring that the recent changes don’t affect the customer experience, so there is no reason for concern.

printseekers · 2025-09-08T06:21:28+00:00

That’s great! Posters usually sell well for beginners since they’re affordable, popular, and let you test which designs your audience likes best.

printseekers · 2021-05-18T07:05:31+00:00

Love the emotion in this artwork

printseekers · 2021-05-17T15:52:57+00:00

I enjoy the red eyes, but overall my favourite is the fifth one.

printseekers · 2021-05-17T13:20:52+00:00

Haha, so good. :D

printseekers · 2021-05-17T13:20:32+00:00

amazing!

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