Why You Should Avoid Using Teespring for Print on Demand

Shimmy Morris

19 Mar 202107:28

Summary

TLDRIn this video, the creator addresses concerns about Teespring's recent partnership with A.S. Color, a high-quality printing company, which has led to a significant price increase for base t-shirts from $10.57 to $16.94. The video discusses the implications of this change, the potential impact on profit margins, and the need for rebranding from Teespring to Spring. The creator also considers conducting a quality comparison of t-shirts from various print-on-demand services, including Teespring, Redbubble, Amazon, and Printful, to determine the best value for money.

Takeaways

📺 The channel is not turning into a bashing Teespring channel, despite appearances, and has upcoming content on various topics like print on demand and online money making.
🔔 The video was released on an unusual day (Friday) because of significant news about Teespring's partnership with a new printing company, A.S Color.
🎨 A.S Color is a UK-based printing company, and the partnership could potentially affect pricing and shipping logistics in the USA, where Teespring operates.
💰 Teespring was praised for its competitive pricing, with a base price t-shirt at $10.57, significantly lower than competitors like Redbubble and Spreadshirt.
🚫 Concerns are raised about the new partnership with A.S Color, as the base price for a t-shirt has increased to $16.94, which could negatively impact profit margins for sellers.
🤔 The speaker speculates that Teespring might phase out the cheaper t-shirt option, replacing it with the more expensive A.S Color option as part of their rebranding strategy.
📈 The increase in t-shirt price could deter sellers, especially when considering alternatives like Printful, which offers lower base prices.
🚀 The speaker suggests a plan to test and compare the quality of t-shirts from Teespring, A.S Color, Redbubble, Amazon, and Printful to determine the best value.
📝 The video script indicates a desire to move forward with tutorials and helpful content to assist viewers in increasing their online sales and income.
👍 The speaker expresses gratitude for the viewership and an intention to focus on providing valuable content in future videos.
🔍 There is a call to action for viewers to comment and suggest whether the speaker should create a comparative video of different t-shirts from various companies.

Q & A

What is the main concern of the speaker regarding Teespring's recent changes?
-The speaker is concerned about Teespring's new partnership with A.S Color, which has led to an increase in the base price of t-shirts from $10.57 to $16.94, potentially affecting profit margins for sellers.
What was the previous base price of a t-shirt on Teespring before the partnership with A.S Color?
-The previous base price of a t-shirt on Teespring was $10.57.
How does the speaker describe the quality of prints and garments from A.S Color?
-The speaker describes A.S Color as a high-quality printing company, suggesting that the prints and garments are of a higher standard than typically found in the print-on-demand world.
What is the speaker's speculation about Teespring's intention with the new pricing structure?
-The speaker speculates that Teespring might be using the high-priced A.S Color option as part of their rebranding strategy to Spring, and that they might not expect many users to actually use this new option due to its high cost.
What is the speaker's suggestion for a future video content idea?
-The speaker suggests doing a comparison video of different t-shirts from Teespring, A.S Color, Redbubble, Amazon, and Printful to test and compare the quality and value of each.
Why does the speaker believe that the new pricing with A.S Color might not last?
-The speaker believes the new pricing might not last because it could negatively impact Teespring's competitive edge and profit margins for sellers, potentially leading to a phase-out of the $10.57 t-shirt option.
What is the speaker's view on the necessity of sending one's own traffic to Teespring stores after the removal of the marketplace?
-The speaker views the removal of the marketplace as a disadvantage because sellers now have to generate their own traffic, which could involve paying for ads or other forms of traffic, further decreasing profit margins.
What other print-on-demand services does the speaker compare Teespring with?
-The speaker compares Teespring with Redbubble, Spreadshirt, and Printful, noting the differences in their base t-shirt prices.
What is the speaker's opinion on the necessity of a comparison test among different print-on-demand services?
-The speaker believes that a comparison test is necessary to determine which service offers the best quality and value for money, especially in light of the new pricing with A.S Color.
What is the speaker's ultimate goal for their channel content?
-The speaker's ultimate goal is to provide tutorials and help for making more money online, whether through print-on-demand services or other side hustles, and to assist viewers in increasing their sales.
What does the speaker promise about the future content of the channel?
-The speaker promises that there will be more content about print on demand, making money online, investing on Fiverr, and other areas, and assures that the channel is not just about bashing Teespring.

Outlines

00:00

🤔 Teespring's New Partnership with A.S. Color: A Concern for Quality and Pricing

The speaker expresses concern about the recent changes in Teespring's business model, particularly the partnership with A.S. Color, a high-quality printing company. They mention that Teespring has been merging into Spring, which involved removing the marketplace, adding custom domains for stores, and partnering with A.S. Color. The speaker was initially excited about the prospect of high-quality prints but is now worried about the implications of the partnership on pricing. They note that Teespring's competitive pricing, which was a key advantage, might be compromised with the new pricing model introduced by A.S. Color, which is significantly higher than the previous base price. The speaker also speculates on the potential impact of these changes on Teespring's customer base and their own content creation plans.

05:00

🧐 Comparing Teespring's Pricing and Quality with Competitors

The speaker continues to discuss the implications of Teespring's new pricing strategy in the context of the print-on-demand market. They compare Teespring's new base price of $16.94 for a t-shirt with that of competitors like Printful, which offers a lower base price. The speaker questions the viability of Teespring's new pricing, especially considering the need for additional marketing efforts due to the removal of the marketplace. They propose a plan to test and compare the quality of t-shirts from Teespring, Printful, Redbubble, Amazon, and other companies, including those sourced from Alibaba. The speaker invites viewer feedback on whether they should proceed with this comparative test and expresses a desire to focus on creating more helpful content in the future, aiming to assist viewers in increasing their online sales and revenue through various means, including print-on-demand.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Print on Demand

Print on demand (POD) is a service that allows businesses to print products as needed, reducing the need for inventory and upfront costs. In the video, the speaker discusses the impact of Teespring's partnership with A.S. Color on the POD market, emphasizing the importance of quality and cost in this business model.

💡Teespring

Teespring is a popular print-on-demand platform that allows creators to sell custom merchandise. The video script mentions Teespring's changes and its merger into Spring, which is a significant part of the discussion on the platform's evolving business strategy.

💡A.S. Color

A.S. Color is a UK-based printing company that has partnered with Teespring. The video script highlights this partnership as a potential game-changer for Teespring's product quality, although it raises concerns about increased costs for base t-shirts.

💡Base Price T-Shirt

The base price t-shirt refers to the cost of a plain t-shirt without any customization. The script discusses how Teespring's base price has traditionally been competitive, but the new partnership with A.S. Color may affect this advantage.

💡Profit Margin

Profit margin is the difference between revenue and cost, indicating how much profit is made per sale. The video script raises concerns that the increased cost of Teespring's t-shirts due to the A.S. Color partnership could reduce profit margins for sellers.

💡Rebranding

Rebranding is the process of changing a company's image or logo to appeal to a broader audience or to reflect a change in business strategy. The script suggests that Teespring's rebrand to Spring and the addition of A.S. Color as a printing partner are part of a rebranding effort.

💡Marketplace

A marketplace is a platform where multiple sellers can list their products for sale. The script mentions that Teespring is getting rid of its marketplace as part of its rebranding and business strategy changes.

💡Custom Domains

Custom domains allow businesses to have a unique web address, which can enhance branding and professionalism. The script discusses how Teespring added the option for stores with custom domains as part of its business model changes.

💡Influencer Marketing

Influencer marketing involves partnering with individuals who have a following on social media to promote products or services. The video mentions that Teespring is marketing to influencers as part of its rebranding strategy.

💡Printful

Printful is another print-on-demand service that competes with Teespring. The script contrasts Teespring's pricing with Printful's, suggesting that sellers might find better profit margins with the latter.

💡Quality Comparison

The script suggests a future video where the speaker will compare the quality of t-shirts from different print-on-demand services, including Teespring, A.S. Color, Redbubble, Amazon, and Printful, to determine which offers the best value.

Highlights

The channel promises upcoming content on print on demand, making money online, investing on Fiverr, and other areas.

The video was released on a Friday instead of the usual schedule due to important Teespring news.

Teespring has partnered with A.S. Color, a new printing company known for high-quality prints.

Concerns about the impact of the A.S. Color partnership on Teespring's pricing and the marketplace.

Teespring's previous actions towards merging into Spring included removing the marketplace and adding custom domains.

A.S. Color is a UK-based company, raising questions about logistics for the American market.

Teespring's competitive pricing is highlighted, with a base price t-shirt at $10.57.

The introduction of A.S. Color has led to a new base t-shirt price of $16.94 on Teespring.

Concerns about the necessity of advertising to drive traffic without Teespring's marketplace.

Speculation about Teespring phasing out the $10.57 t-shirt in favor of the more expensive A.S. Color option.

The possibility that the high price of A.S. Color is a strategic move for rebranding rather than a permanent change.

Comparison of Teespring's pricing with other print-on-demand companies like Redbubble and Spreadshirt.

The suggestion of a quality test comparing Teespring, Redbubble, Amazon, and Printful t-shirts.

A call to action for viewers to comment on whether a quality comparison video would be of interest.

The creator's intention to focus on tutorials and practical help for increasing sales and making money online.

Acknowledgment of Teespring's tendency to inspire content due to its frequent changes and features.

A teaser for an upcoming non-critical Teespring video with valuable content for the audience.