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#113 - 5 Affordable Ways to Sell Merch

Create ‘One Off’ Unique T-Shirts

If you’re not ready to produce on mass or are trying to find ways to stay environmentally conscious, why not purchase some second hand t-shirts and print/stitch your logo onto them? Market them as ‘one-of-a-kind’ so that you don’t have to worry about them being identical. 

Posters

This is something that can be done with a really low budget. Most local printing offices will offer low cost batch production; you could print your artwork or collaborate with an artist to create something new!

Put Together an Artbook or Zine

Not sure if you’re ready to commit to a logo or single image for your merch? Why not create a small artbook or zine filled with your images, lyrics, thoughts, and anything else you find inspiring and want to share with your fans. 

Create your own patches!

A little more time consuming but for those of you with a crafty flair might enjoy this option. Patches are versatile and fun and CAN be made at home with a little patience. Draw / embroider your design onto material and then attach some fabric adhesive. For a more in-depth guide check this out…

On Demand Vinyl Pressing

So vinyl is expensive, there’s no denying that, but if you’re desperate to hear your music fresh off the press and share this experience with your fans - there are some places that offer on demand pressing or smaller batches such as…>this<