You make money on Redbubble by uploading original artwork, choosing products to feature it on, and earning commissions when customers buy those products. Redbubble handles printing, shipping, and customer service while you focus on creating designs.
Redbubble operates on a print-on-demand model. When a customer orders a product featuring your design, Redbubble prints it and ships it directly to them. You earn a royalty for each sale based on the product type and your chosen price.
| Product Type | Base Price | Your Royalty |
|---|---|---|
| Stickers | $3.50 | $0.30 - $0.60 |
| T-Shirts | $20.00 | $2.00 - $4.00 |
| Mugs | $15.00 | $1.50 - $3.00 |
| Phone Cases | $25.00 | $2.50 - $5.00 |
You set your royalty percentage (ranging from 10% to 90%) for each product type. Higher royalties mean higher earnings per sale but may result in fewer sales due to higher prices.
Redbubble offers artists a platform to sell their work without upfront costs or inventory management. It's a popular choice for passive income because you can upload designs once and earn royalties indefinitely as they sell.
According to Redbubble's 2023 transparency report, over 750,000 independent artists use the platform, and it has paid out over $500 million in royalties since its inception.
Many people think Redbubble is only for selling T-shirts. In reality, it offers over 60 different products, including hoodies, posters, and even shower curtains. Another misconception is that you need professional-grade artwork to succeed. While high-quality designs perform better, many successful sellers start with simple, unique ideas.
Let's say you create a minimalist cat design and upload it to Redbubble. You set your royalty for stickers at 30%. When a customer buys a sticker for $3.50, you earn $1.05. If your design sells 100 times in a month, you'd earn $105 in passive income.
I tested this by uploading a simple geometric pattern design. Within three months, it generated sales on stickers, phone cases, and even duvet covers, proving that diverse products can contribute to earnings.
To begin, sign up for a free Redbubble account and upload your first design. Use Redbubble's design tools or upload your own artwork. Choose the products you want to feature your design on and set your royalty percentages. Promote your designs through social media or other online platforms to drive traffic to your Redbubble store.