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 She...  
✉USPS rates (Notice 123): https://pe.usps.com/text/dmm300/notic...
🫏Sticker manufacture I used for my first batch (Sticker Mule): https://www.stickermule.com/unlock?re...
(^^Referral link. You and I both get a $10 store credit when you make a purchase of $10 or more using this link)


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.
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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/
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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
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*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.
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Title: How to start a sticker business | EVERYTHING you need + step-by-step process
Text on thumbnail: Art Biz: SELLING STICKERS (and other merch)
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