Guide

AI Merch Design: Create T-Shirts, Mugs & Products

Design merchandise with AI – from t-shirts to phone cases. Perfect for print-on-demand businesses and personal creations.

Quby TeamDecember 16, 20247 min read

AI-Powered Merchandise Design


Print-on-demand has democratized merchandise businesses. AI design tools now enable anyone to create professional product designs.


Product Categories


Apparel

T-shirts and hoodies, hats and caps, socks and accessories, and activewear.


Home Products

Mugs and drinkware, pillows and blankets, wall art and posters, and phone cases.


Accessories

Bags and totes, stickers, pins and buttons, and notebooks.


Design Principles for Products


Placement Zones

Different products have different printable areas including t-shirt fronts and backs, all-over print surfaces, and mug wrap-around areas.


Color Considerations

Consider product colors, design on multiple backgrounds, and contrast requirements.


Resolution Requirements

Print demands high quality with 300 DPI minimum, vector preferred, and clean edges.


Creating Sellable Designs


Market Research

Before designing, identify trending niches, study competitor designs, and understand audience preferences.


Design Categories


Popular merchandise themes include quotes and typography, illustrations and characters, abstract patterns, and niche interests.


Design Your Merchandise


Quby's Merch Generator creates product-ready designs for any merchandise category.


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