Put Your Art Out There! 10 POD Sites to Sell Your designs (Copy)
In this blog post, I’m excited to share my 10 favorite Print-On-Demand (POD) sites! These platforms allow you to upload your designs and sell them on a variety of products—fabric, home decor, stationery, greeting cards, and so much more. But before diving in, there are a few key things to consider. While POD sites offer amazing opportunities, they can also be time-consuming, and success isn’t always guaranteed. Choosing the right platform for your designs is crucial to maximizing your results. So, let’s explore the best POD sites and find the perfect fit for your creative business!
As an artist, I sometimes find it hard to put myself out there. It’s hard sometimes to judge your own art and measure the response to it. Also, as an artist there is nothing more important than to put your art (and yourself) out there!. How else could you get your audience to find you and buy your art? There are many things you can do to show your art but one of the easiest one is to use print on demand sites (POD sites). There is a low entry barrier, which is great. But it also means that anyone and everyone can upload their designs and it will be harder for your audience to find you. But, as long as you set your expections right and try to match your art with the right sites . I think it’s something you should definitely try without letting you consume all your time uploading.
As a surface pattern designer, finding the right platforms to showcase and sell your designs can make all the difference. Whether you're looking to print on fabric, home decor, or everyday accessories, print-on-demand (POD) services offer incredible opportunities to get your work in front of a larger audience. But which platform is best for your business? Here’s a breakdown of 10 websites where you can upload and sell your repeating patterns, along with the products they offer, and the pros and cons of each.
First, let’s talk about the options that you have and then we’ll talk about how to select the best ones for your art and avoids overwhelm. I know from my own experience that when you have 10 different websites to explore it can feel overwhelming. But, keep in mind you need to focus on one at a time. You can always add more later. Also, very important, make sure your art is a good fit.
Let’s dive in! Some of my favorite POD sites are:
For FABRIC:
1. Spoonflower
Products: Fabric, wallpaper, home decor (pillows, bedding, table linens).
Spoonflower is best known for selling fabric, however they also sell home decor items, so you don’t need to know how to sew! I love their design library that makes it so much easier to upload your designs and add description and tags fasts. If you want to learn how to optimize your uploads to Spoonflower check out this blog post.
✅ Pros:
Large community of fabric buyers & independent designers
They offer bi weekly design challenges for exposure and cash prizes.
Online Fabric proofs ensure print quality. They no longer require physical proofs of your designs which makes it a lot cheaper. It’s still a great thing to do but you can select a few of your designs to proof. If you are a new designer I would highly recommend to request physical prints of your designs because it gives you an idea of colors, size of your motifs, clarity (not blurry), and possible errors on the repeat pattern.
❌ Cons:
You can no control over pricing. They set the price and decide on the sales.
Must proof your designs before listing for sale and they have a limit of designs you can upload per week.
You can only purchase in yard quantities (meaning no half or a quarter yard available)
2. Raspberry Creek Fabrics
Products: Fabric (cotton, swim, double brushed poly, French terry, and more)
Raspberry Creek Fabrics offer a lot options for fabric. If you are also interested in sewing you can order a little sample packet with all the fabrics they offer to have a good idea. Their fabric selection is amazing! The owners also the best, super supportive to the artist community.
✅ Pros:
Small business focus, great for independent designers
High-quality prints and custom fabric options
No proofing fees required
Their owners make a great effort to advertise artist and offer special collections for holidays and seasons that are offered at a cheaper price making it much better sales.
❌ Cons:
They don’t offer non-fabric product options
Smaller audience compared to Spoonflower
You can create an amazing fabric layout thanks to Creatsy Mockups.
FOR HOME DECOR AND OTHER PRODUCTS:
3. PIXELS
Products: Wall art, apparel, tech accessories, and home decor.
✅ Pros:
Focus on fine art and professional presentation
Large marketplace exposure
Built-in print lab and fulfillment
❌ Cons:
Best suited for fine art rather than playful surface pattern repeats
Complex royalty and pricing structure
4. Redbubble
Products: Apparel, home decor, phone cases, stickers, notebooks, bags, and masks.
✅ Pros:
Huge audience for print-on-demand products
Easy upload and design placement tools
Artists can set their own margins
❌ Cons:
Royalty rates can be low
Competitiveness means marketing is necessary
5. Zazzle
Products: Home decor, apparel, stationery, accessories, and gifts.
✅ Pros:
Wide range of customizable products
Customers can personalize designs. You add special touch to your designs by adding names to notebooks or blankets to personalize the items
No upfront costs
❌ Cons:
Complex upload system compared to others
Designers must drive their own traffic
6. GELATO
Products: Wall art, apparel, mugs, stationery, and calendars.
✅ Pros:
Global printing network for fast delivery.
Eco-conscicous production options. I love this one!
Great for creators selling through their own website.
❌ Cons:
No marketplace—only works through your own store integration
Limited customization tools compared to others
This is one of the pouches that I sell directly through my website thanks to Art Of Where. You can set it up easily through your website and start dropshipping!
7. Society6
Products: Wall art, home decor, furniture, tech accessories, and apparel.
✅ Pros:
Beautiful high-end home decor and art products
High-quality printing
No upfront costs
❌ Cons:
Artists need to pay a fee to upload their designs according to a tier system. This is one of the reasons I gave up on this platform.
Uploading process is very complicated. It doesn’t provide an easy tile option for your uploaded image. I found this quite annoying.
High competition among designers
8. Art of Where
Products: Fabric, apparel, home decor, stationery
✅ Pros:
Allows integration with Shopify, Squarespace, and Etsy. I love this feature!
High-quality fabric printing with no proofing required
Ethical manufacturing options
❌ Cons:
Less well-known than Spoonflower or Society6
Requires self-promotion for sales
9. Printify
Products: T-shirts, hoodies, mugs, phone cases, home decor
✅ Pros:
Direct integration with Shopify, Etsy, and WooCommerce
Multiple print providers allow for quality variation
No upfront inventory costs
❌ Cons:
Some product printing quality can vary by supplier
Not a built-in marketplace (needs external store)
10. Printful
Products: Apparel, accessories, home goods, wall art
✅ Pros:
Seamless integration with Etsy, Shopify, and other e-commerce platforms
High-quality print-on-demand services
No upfront costs
❌ Cons:
Higher base costs than some competitors
No built-in marketplace, so independent marketing is required
Which One Should You Choose?
Each of these platforms has strengths and weaknesses depending on your goals. If you’re looking to sell fabric specifically, Spoonflower or Raspberry Creek Fabrics are excellent choices. If you want art prints and home decor, Gelato or Redbubble may be more appealing. If you prefer print-on-demand apparel and accessories, Printify and Printful offer seamless integrations for your own online shop.
How to Choose the Best Website to Sell Your Surface Patterns
When selecting a platform to sell your surface patterns, consider the following factors:
Product Variety – Do you want your designs on fabric, wallpaper, home décor, or apparel? Some platforms specialize in specific products, while others offer a wide range.
Print Quality – Research customer reviews to ensure your patterns will be printed with vibrant colors and crisp details.
Earnings & Fees – Compare commission rates, upfront costs, and profit margins. Some platforms allow you to set your own prices, while others have fixed royalties.
Audience & Traffic – Some platforms have built-in marketplaces with large customer bases, while others rely more on your own marketing.
Licensing & Usage – Check whether you retain full rights to your work and if the platform has exclusivity clauses.
Ease of Use – A user-friendly upload process, bulk editing features, and helpful tools can save time and effort.
Summary of the Blog Post
Looking to sell your surface patterns online? This blog post explores 10 of the best websites for pattern designers, covering their products, advantages, and disadvantages. Whether you're interested in fabric, home décor, apparel, or digital downloads, you'll find insights on which platforms suit your style and business goals. We compare Spoonflower, Raspberry Creek Fabrics, Redbubble, Society6, Zazzle, Printful, and more to help you make the best choice.
Where do you currently sell your patterns? Drop a comment below and share your experiences! 🎨✨
Happy designing,
Ana