40+ product ideas for YOUR art business that MAKE MONEY

I just posted a sequel to this video where I share info on how to find & work with manufacturers!! 💫 https://youtu.be/s5-MI7ACZk4

My imperfect notes haha… STANDARD IDEAS 1. Paper Prints/Giclee Prints 2. Pre-stretched Canvas Prints 3. Postcards 4. Stickers 5. Sticker Sheets/Books 6. Keychains 8. Enamel Pins 9. Patches 10. Lanyards 11. Tote Bags STATIONERY 1. Washi Tape 2. Calendars 3. Bookmarks 4. To Do List/Pads 5. Recipe Cards 6. Letter-writing Stationery/Envelopes 7. Garden Labels 8. Planters JEWELRY AND APPAREL 1. Necklaces 2. Earrings 3. Rings 4. Pins 5. Hair Pins 6. Scrunchies 7. hair pins 8. Hair clips 9. T-shirts 10. Hoodies 11. Socks 12. Scarves 13. Blankets 14. Tapestries HOME GOODS 1. Fridge Magnets 2. Coasters 3. Mugs 4. Tea Towels 5. Cloth Napkins 6. Bowls 7. Vases 8. Mugs RANDOM 1. Playing Card Decks 2. Tarot Gard Decks 3. Board Games/Game Pieces 4. D&D Dice 6. Dice Holders 7. D&D Character Sheets 8. Custom Keyboard Keys/Covers 9. Pencil Case

I've thought about making a digital "Artist Calendar" that artists can use to plan submissions to upcoming shows, application deadlines, merch drops or track progress on a current project. I think having stickers with labels or little icons as visual reminders would be cute and useful if people want to print it out.

I love buying postcards from other artists because I basically treat them like affordable mini prints. This is especially nice at a festival where I can't afford to buy larger prints but want something from the artists I like. Postcard "mini prints" also allow me to hang more art on my walls without running out of space.

I just had an idea while watching this video - HAND PAINTED RUBIK'S CUBES! You could paint a picture or illustration in any style for each of the faces by keeping them monochrome for each face. I think it would look so cool and I can't wait to try it myself when I have the time!

One thing that I really love about the online small business community is just how HELPFUL everyone is. It is so foreign to me as someone who has worked in retail and is trying to start my own business selling my art before retail makes me insane. I cannot believe just how much information people willingly and freely give actually HOPING that your shop does well and you are successful. In retail everything is cut throat, every man for himself. There's no positivity. Meanwhile I start researching how to starts my own arts and crafts business and I find that people are so warm and welcoming and will literally give ideas for free without a thought in the world that they're giving ideas to competition. It's so nice. It's so anti-capitalist, which is wild considering creating your own business is very much so part of the capitalist ideal. It's beautiful. I love it. Thank you so much for this video and your positivity.

I’d also love to see some cool cases for glasses or those cleaning cloths for glasses. Usually they’re so bland and uninspiring. Also a pretty laundry bag would be nice. Suitcase tags. Lunchboxes. Colourful window stickers.

I’ve been dealing with my problems for 30 years and now I’m surrounded by good people who are encouraging me to make myself known by sharing art and selling things. The last thing that held me back was that I had no idea what to do after the “make art” part and I am so thankful that you exist to share these advice with newbies like me ❤❤❤

More ideas - - mouse pads / computer desk pads - bumper stickers - car air fresheners - custom stuffed animals - pet leashes and collars - welcome mats - blankets - beach towels - tapestries - sweatshirts and other articles of clothing - miniature sculptures either with or without a purpose (a character holding your glasses, ladle, etc) - fridge / car magnets

I personally am starting to sell scans of my sketchbook when I release sketchbook tour videos!! That would be something I would recommend people to try, so that way those who want to see everything up close can!! ^^ I also charge a pay what you want option with a minimum of $5, so if someone wants to pay more they definitely can! Just something to look into!

Gotta love a creator who passes on knowledge. You get a sub for that alone. I figured prints and designs on things is the best way to go. Ppl love cute little things or cool mugs etc

I'm so amazed at artists who are also business - minded ❤. The only cashflow I have for my art is out of my wallet - buying art materials 😂

Another idea is deck boxes! Magic (the gathering) cards are usually double-sleeved and taken extremely well care of, so people will spend a ton of money on deck boxes to either protect the cards (as a baseline) or to match the deck's theme. A lot on Etsy are 3D-printed that I've seen but I've also seen people do deckboxes sculpted like a hobbit house, a mushroom, or even painted with designs on top (or with details glued on boxes). Just another suggestion!

I love art print silk scarves. They are usually way cheaper than something high-end like a Gucci scarf but way more unique and still luxurious. I wish more artists did these. I use them for hair scarves and it makes me feel like a queen. FYI, matte or low sheen silk looks more chic than satin which can look fake/cheap.

I like to use rocks as garden markers. I paint and label them with acrylic paint and then nestle them at the base of my plants. It's a fun way to add little pops of complementary color to your garden.

I'm so glad your video popped up in my recommended! I've been wanting to open a shop for a bit, but had no idea what to do with my art other than prints and stickers. These are all such creative ideas I would have never thought of, thanks so much for sharing!

Another great video. I’m stoked to learn about the opportunities with the sponsor of this video as well. That looks to be an awesome company! By the way, I appreciate that you tend to partner with companies whose vision for for they operate and what they offer is almost always somewhat relevant to my own goals (such as transitioning to natural fibers for my wardrobe and household linens). Cheers, Kelsey!

This is a really good list to find. I know this is a prompt for me to start looking into a few of the options that interest me, though I feel a lot of fear with not knowing how to do much of any of these without print on demand except for the ones said to go to thrift stores or make a mold with silicone or resin. So hopefully I'll find something to teach me some more of this in this week

I'm a writer and I find zines to be the absolute perfect product! I'm working on my first one, it's actually gonna come out in a few days. I like to print them at home and I do all the shipping and packaging myself because that allows me for maximum freedom (compared to amazon KDP for example, which doesn't allow images from the internet... i wanna put memes in my zines damnit!). For my fellow artists who are learning how to draw I think this would be a great ideas, I love zines and I want to see more of them!

Thank you so much! You've really got the gears turning with these ideas. I'm so inspired ✨️