How to start a sticker business | EVERYTHING you need + step-by-step process

From manufacturing, to DIYing, to selling online, in-person, wholesale, shipping, and more. Everything you need to know to start a sticker (and other art merch) business! This vid is packed with pros/cons, tips and resources I’ve accumulated from 3 years of running my small biz. Get ready to take notes! 💖My shop: https://www.zaccura.com/shop M E N T I O N E D ✂️DIY stickers tutorial:    • DIY Stickers (Singles, Packs, and Sheets!)...   ✉USPS rates (Notice 123): https://pe.usps.com/text/dmm300/Notic... Sticker Manufacture I used for those first 2 stickers: Sticker Mule Video on How to find GOOD manufacturers:    • How to find GOOD product Manufacturers (+s...   T O O L S & M A T E R I A L S* 🖨️Printer list (This is from research. I have not tried any of these printers other than the first): My printer (Epson xp-440): https://amzn.to/43Xz7Rf Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500: https://amzn.to/47lVUsW Epson EcoTank ET-2850(cheaper modal): https://amzn.to/43VeULW Canon Pixma G620 Megatank: https://amzn.to/47pp6z7 Scanner (for those without a printer): https://amzn.to/45jLhoJ ✨Desktop cutting machines: Silhouette Cameo 4: https://amzn.to/45eGLHS Cricut Explore Air 2: https://amzn.to/44XNINL 🧾Sticker Paper: Online Labels weatherproof matte (my go-to): https://amzn.to/3DOVTjS Online Labels standard white: https://amzn.to/3DPvxya Homsto matte sticker paper: https://amzn.to/3OQLkmI Homsto gloss sticker paper: https://amzn.to/3Oq9L96 Oracal 651 adhesive lamination: https://amzn.to/45eVinH 📦Packaging: 5” x 7” Kraft envelopes: https://amzn.to/3Yrjkck Clear sleeves: I often switch brands to find the best deal, just search your size. I’ve also started using Glassine bags, I might switch permanently at some point: https://amzn.to/3Ot3Y2p Card stock for business cards and backer cards: https://amzn.to/42bHWb0 Decorative tissue: Bought at dollar store 🛠Other tools shown: Firbon A4 Paper Cutter: https://amzn.to/3s5OutJ Kadomaru Pro Corner cutter: https://amzn.to/3QwnD3Z 💻Art/Design software Clip Studio Paint EX: https://amzn.to/3ILsmv3 Note: I got mine via Clip studio's website, but apparently they also have hard-copies on Amazon, which is the link above. -- M Y S O C I A L S Shop/Website: https://www.zaccura.com Instagram:   / zaccura_art   Twitter:   / zaccura_art   Deviantart: https://zaccura.deviantart.com/ Newgrounds: https://zaccura.newgrounds.com/ --- Chapters 00:00 – In this video 00:54 – Step 1: The artwork (formatting) 02:48 – Step 2: Manufacturing 03:10 – Method 1: DIY 07:42 – Method 2: Outsourcing 10:33 – Inventory formula (how much product to stock) 14:34 – Step 3: Selling 15:35 – Ecommerce 18:09 – In-person Events 21:00 – Wholesale 23:53 – Important tip for beginners 25:16 – Step 4: Fulfillment (Shipping) 27:33 – Before you go --- *Some links are Amazon affiliate codes, if you purchase using the links provided I may receive a small commission, which helps support this channel, at no extra cost to you. --- Title: How to start a sticker business | EVERYTHING you need + step-by-step process Text on thumbnail: Art Biz: SELLING STICKERS (and other merch) --- tags zaccura, artist, art business, biz, how to start a sticker business, sell your art, art merchandise, small business, small biz tips, step by step, diy stickers, how to make stickers, how to sell stickers, sticker tutorial, how to make stickers to sell