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Monday, September 20, 2010

What If Selling Tees, Isn't For Me?

More and more, people are creating online stores filled with t-shirts displaying their artwork, as a way to earn (extra) income. This could be due to the fact that more people are becoming web savvy or because people have found that online shopping is more convenient. Whatever the reason, money is being made online as displayed in this graph by comSource, Inc. found at Mashable.com . The graph below, clearly displays the growth of sales by comparing sales made during the Holiday seasons in 2008 and 2009.

Remember, the dollar signs and percentages shown in the above graph, are that of holidays only, which in total, crosses the $27 billion dollars threshold. It does not include other money made during the rest of the year, so to say the very least, money can be made by becoming an online store owner.

Some of you reading this may already be an online store owner, while others might be contemplating becoming one. The big question is... What if your interest isn't in T-shirts, but you want to display your talents and still want to take part in the money being made online?

5 places online where you can express your creativity and sell your work:
Besides the obvious Print On Demand shops like, Zazzle and Cafepress, where you have the choice of selling t shirts only, merchandise only, or both; There are many other places online where you can sell your artwork that you may not be aware of. Here is a list of 5 places you might find useful to display and/or sell your work: (This list was created in no particular order)

Lulu.com - Provides self-publishing services for writers, musicians, film makers, and photographers. At Lulu.com you are able to create hard and soft cover books, CD's, DVD's, etc. Lulu helps you to sell your work at places like Amazon.com and provides useful tools to help with promoting your creation(s) on social media sites.

CreateSpace.com - Provides services for film makers, writers, and musicians. Here, you can create print on demand books, CD's, and DVD's and because it is owned by Amazon.com, your work is automatically included in the Amazon Catalog.

TheGameCrafter.com - Make your creative game idea(s) a reality through this website. Upload your artwork and game rules, state if dice, etc. need to be included and your game is now ready for sale.

4. Tastebook.com - Create recipe books that hold up to 100 recipes. Not only can you choose to use your very own recipe, but you also are able to use recipes from third party providers.

5. Spoonflower.com - Use your artwork, designs, and graphics to create print on demand fabric on either quilting or upholstery weight cotton or organic cotton sateen, with prices ranging from $18 – $32 per yard.

*(Be sure to always read the terms and services before trying an online service)*

There are many places online that can provide an outlet to those who want to become a part of the online selling community which are not listed here. These are just a few websites to help those who may not want to sell t shirts online, but are wanting to express their creativity while making money.
This list may also be found useful to those who are already an online store owner, who IS selling t-shirts, for they too can be used as another way to display your creative artwork on other products or may be a way to showcase your other talents while earning some extra cash.

Written By: Amanda Ryan, Creature Creations, Personalized Photo Gifts

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

"The Waiting Game" Success!

Josh Charles is a singer, songwriter, and pianist, who is working diligently on promoting his album, "Love, Work, & Money," which was released in February of this year. Most of you, have more than likely heard the name, Josh Charles, long before Tees In A Pod featured his song, "The Waiting Game" in Podcast 8.
Josh's music was first recognized by his charity efforts for the song, "Healing Time." In 2009, Josh Charles moved to New Orleans, four days before Hurricane Katrina hit. From his experience, and for the love of New Orleans and it's people, he dedicated the song, "Healing Time" to help rebuild New Orleans. All of it's proceeds goes to the "Preservation Resource Center Of New Orleans" and is still available for download at Amazon.com.

Today, Josh Charles was a spotlight speaker and musician for the Mashable Media Summit, presented by CNN. In his speech, Josh highlighted the importance of how he uses Music and Social Media, by sharing how he first started out using MySpace in 2004, and since then, incorporating other various social media sites to connect with his fans. Josh begins his speech with the fact that there once was a time, where fans could only read about their favorite musicians in magazines, but now, with the help of social media, fans can connect "almost instantly" with musicians.

Josh states, "When asked if I was on Twitter... I had no idea what they were talking about..." but in 2008, Josh joined Twitter. He began tweeting about songs and other various topics relating to what he was working on at the time. During his speech, Josh mentions one follower in particular, who began sharing his tweets with fans of the "Dave Matthews Band" on Twitter. As a result, Josh began connecting with followers who liked his music as well. He stated, "I was thrilled to be able to connect with people and start making friends..."
He also expressed that when he was on the Rebuild Tour "it was very easy to tweet..." He found blogging took time he didn't have while touring, but still "being able to connect with people and make that connection was very, very special..."
Josh also shared what he has learned using Music and Social Media, "it is definitely about the engagement with people, it's social. It's not about the self promotion..." Being able to share what he is doing at any given time regarding his music, Josh finds, Twitter and other Social Media sites to be the"Most Powerful tool..."

As you all know, Tees In A Pod are advocates in using Social Media as part of any business. It is always great to hear those who are successful at what they do, share how they use Social Media and in how helpful it has been with their career. Tees In A Pod wishes to extend a congratulations for being a spotlight speaker and musician during the Mashable Media Summit today and a job well done for the two songs preformed, "The Waiting Game" and "Healing Time."

Social Media can make a difference and Josh Charles is proof of this. Begin connecting with those "waiting" to connect with you and success is sure to follow.

Spotlight on Music and Social Media with Josh Charles at the Mashable Media Summit 2010

Watch live streaming video from mashable at livestream.com

Written By: Amanda Ryan, Creature Creations, Personalized Photo Gifts

Saturday, June 5, 2010

Show Me The Music!

FREE EXPOSURE FOR MUSICIANS/BANDS... Want some FREE Exposure!? Get it in our podcast...

We'll tweet about it; talk about it on our Facebook Fan Page; blog about it; and we'll let all our listeners know where to find you!

Are you in a band? Solo artist and/or musician? We want to hear from YOU! Tees In A Pod loves featuring new artists during our music segment in each podcast we put out to the world every Monday! Let us know if you would like to take part! Email us at teesinapod@gmail.com with your name (name of band if needed) and an MP3 of your song you wish for us to play. Also feel free to connect with us on the Tees In A Pod MySpace page too! We will then let you know if you will be featured!

Please note: music with profanity will not be accepted. Those interested can contact us (by leaving a comment below) here OR express their interest on our Facebook Fan Page wall.

Thanks and we look forward to hearing from you!

- Tees In A Pod Team -