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This summer, a 25-year-old song by Kate Bush re-entered the Billboard<\/em> Hot 100 and became a trending song on TikTok and Instagram. You can thank a certain series of \u201call things strange\u201d <\/em>for that.<\/p>\n

It created a prime opportunity for POD (print on-demand) merchants and shop owners. Many of them were literally \u201cRunning Up That Hill\u201d to cash in on the song (and series) of the summer with their merch.<\/p>\n

When social media is dominated by these micro-trends, why not use them as a monetizing opportunity for your brand? Your customers want to rep apparel that feels timely and reflects their passions, like a particular movie or celebrity. The resurgence of Kate Bush is an example of something we like to call \u201cMoment Merch\u201d.<\/p>\n

But how does one create \u201cMoment Merch?\u201d And how can it benefit you?<\/p>\n

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find your trend <\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Step 1: Find the Right Trend<\/h2>\n

You come across viral moments nearly every day on your feed, but you want to pick ones that resonate with your audience. If your niche is board games, your audience isn\u2019t going to necessarily engage with K-pop merch. It\u2019s not just about making money; it\u2019s about building your brand. But that doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019re limited by your niche. It actually gives you power.<\/a><\/p>\n

Get creative and interpret these trending moments in ways other creators and merch sellers can\u2019t see. Use your niche to put your own unique spin on a trend. This will make your merch even more appealing and help drive sales.<\/p>\n

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start selling merch now<\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Step 2: Don’t Waste Any Time<\/h2>\n

Speed to market is a huge factor. Upload a design to your POD service and get apparel turned into orders within a few hours while the moment is fresh. The great thing about POD services like Spreadshop<\/a>, in this case, is that once the fad fades, you\u2019re not stuck holding gear that no one wants when it\u2019s over!<\/p>\n

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Step 3: Avoid Copyright Headaches!<\/h2>\n

As a designer and seller of fandom-related merch, you need to make the right choices to avoid legal issues<\/a>. Logos or popular photos are off limits. Although it can be tempting, steer clear of memes just to be safe. Find text and graphic elements that are like what you\u2019re referencing, but not exact.<\/p>\n

Design platforms like Canva<\/a> have plenty of template and graphic options to choose from. These services prove you don\u2019t have to be a professional designer to make print-ready merch designs. And it allows you to unleash your creativity!<\/p>\n

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promote your merch<\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Step 4: Get the Word Out<\/h2>\n

Post to your socials and ask for shares from your friends, family, and customers! Get samples into the hands of your followers and ask them to take photos that you can re-share on your feed. People respond to faces!<\/p>\n

You might also want to consider boosting certain posts. You can pick how long you want your ad to run on socials like Instagram and Facebook and target different demographics and tags. This is an inexpensive way to market your merch when you don\u2019t have time to plan out a whole campaign.<\/p>\n

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measure your results<\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Step 5: Hope For the Best<\/h2>\n

Sometimes when trying to go viral you can cross the \u201ct\u2019s\u201d and dot all the \u201ci\u2019s\u201d and still strike out. The biggest successes come from those who are truly passionate about sports, music, politics, or \u201cthat niche\u201d. The apparel that does best is usually created by the most authentic and emotionally connected sellers.<\/p>\n

Adjust what went wrong or could be improved for your next merch drop. There\u2019s going to be plenty of trends for you to cash in on. You\u2019ve just got to be prepared when the \u201cmoment\u201d comes.<\/p>\n

Ready to make your own moment merch?! Spreadshop<\/a> is a FREE and easy platform that allows you to make and sell your merch in minutes. Start monetizing your moment!<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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