Why I Quit Selling T-Shirts on Etsy (And What I Sell Instead)

Selling print-on-demand t-shirts on Etsy but not seeing the sales you expected? Same. Quitting apparel was the best decision I made—and I wish I’d done it sooner. In this video, I’m breaking down why I pivoted away from t-shirts, what I sell instead, and the exact products I recommend to help you stand out and make more consistent sales with Etsy print-on-demand. Spoiler: these are real products I still sell in my shop today—no gatekeeping here. If you're feeling stuck with apparel or just getting started and want a smarter strategy, this one’s for you. Free Workshop: How to launch an Etsy shop that sells 👉 https://goldcityventures.com/gifting-... ✨ What You’ll Learn: • Why t-shirts might be holding your shop back • What I sell now makes more sales (and fewer returns!) • My five favorite print-on-demand products for Etsy • How to think about niches without boxing yourself in • What Etsy is pushing in 2025 and how to take advantage of it 🔗 Stay Connected: Instagram:   / ecommemily   Threads: https://threads.net/@ecommemily Website + Resources: https://ecommemily.podia.com/ 📩 Want more Etsy tips in your inbox? Subscribe for updates, tutorials, and honest advice to grow your shop the smart way. 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss a new episode. Let’s turn your ideas into cha-chings 💻✨ 00:00 – Why I Quit Selling T-Shirts on Etsy 02:26 – What Is Print on Demand? (And Why It Works for Busy Moms) 04:43 – The Pivot: Why I Stopped Selling Apparel 05:24 – Selling Gifts on Etsy: What Changed Everything 06:58 – 4 Reasons Gift Products Sell Better 07:18 – Why Etsy Wants You to Sell Gifts 09:25 – My 5 Favorite Print-on-Demand Products 13:37 – Final Thoughts: The Power of Giftable Products This Week’s “Coffee & Teachings” Q&A: Q: Do I need to pick a niche for my Etsy shop? A: Not exactly. Your shop doesn’t need one niche, but your individual products do. The riches are in the niches.