As far in my experience, TeePublic is the easiest platform to channeling my design passion and gain some online income also. easy to apply and content moderation is not to restrict rules.
There are two types account in Teepublic either you ar an Artisan or Apprentice category and we cannot choose the label is given by them. the differences were in design commision fee's . when I signing up,my account got Artisan label which mean the margin slightly bigger than the apprentice. it went well for couple years.
27 Mar 2025 UPDATE : Print-On-Demand service TeePublic have launched a new program, "Dashery", which offer a better option for bands and creators, sound promising right? so I intrigue to try in this month of May I click register and so far nothing drastic changes.
The Next day I received email from TeePublic :
Hi imagifa, After review, we have determined that your account is best suited for the Apprentice category and have made this update to your account details. For more information on the Apprentice category, read the FAQ here. For advice on creating designs that appeal to the TeePublic Marketplace, keep up with the TeePublic blog here.
when I got that announcing my account was categorized as "Apprentice," my heart sank.
What cause this? is it my dashery activity or Did my designs really not meet the mark?" I wondered. For a moment, doubt crept in, I won’t lie, I felt a tinge of disappointment. I had envisioned something different for my path.
But as the sting faded, I took a deep breath and reread the email. It wasn’t a rejection—it was a starting point. TeePublic’s Apprentice category is a launchpad, not a dead end. It’s a chance to refine my skills, learn from the marketplace, and grow as a designer. I realized that every journey has its own timeline. That shift in perspective sparked a fire in me. I wasn’t going to let this define my journey; instead, I’d use it as fuel to build something bigger. I decided to focus on what I could control—my next move.
remember this: every rejection is just a redirection.
My journey with my Dashery store is just beginning, and I'm filled with a renewed sense of optimism and excitement. There will undoubtedly be challenges, learning curves, and moments of uncertainty. But this time, I'm building it on my own terms, fueled by the belief in my art and the endless potential of a truly independent creative journey.
For me, launching my Dashery store is not just about growing my business; it's about creating a platform for passive income and financial freedom. And I believe that it can be the same for you. Whether you're a seasoned designer or just starting out, there's never been a better time to take control of your creative journey. It doesn't end with someone else's category assignment. It begins when you decide to write your own rules, set your own prices, and build your own success.
So, here's to the apprentices, the dreamers, the builders, freelancer graphic designer, and the creators. May we all find the courage to embrace the unexpected detours and turn them into pathways to our own unique versions of success. Let's keep designing, keep innovating, and keep building those dreams, one pixel, one vector, one store at a time. The future is bright, and it's ours to create.
For anyone reading this, feeling uncertain about where to begin or questioning their next step, know that every challenge can lead to an opportunity. Being a freelance designer doesn’t mean success happens overnight, but it does mean you can build something that generates passive income and grows over time. Your journey may start small—like mine—but what matters is the direction you take.
And when you’re ready—build your own stage. Whether that’s launching your own store, creating your own brand, or joining a collective of creatives—it’s all possible.
Final Thoughts
Disappointment is part of the creative process, but it never has to be the final chapter. If you’re thinking about starting your own design store or exploring passive income, now is the time. There’s space for you in this journey—and I hope my story encourages you to take that first step.
to be continued...
