There was a time when I loved Photoshop. It’s an incredibly intuitive and versatile tool made for creative pros. No denying that. But that level of quality comes with a price tag—one that’s cost-prohibitive for a lot of folks. There’s good news, however. The list of cheap and free alternatives to Photoshop continues to grow. Some work on tablets, and others even work inside your browser. And work well at that! There are a bunch of Photoshop alternatives you canRead more
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Lifestyle Overlays That’ll Make Your Art Pop
Lifestyle photography showcases your products in real-life situations, out in the real world. This allows potential customers to envision themselves using your products in their everyday lives. 75% of online shoppers rely on product photos when deciding on a potential purchase¹. High-quality lifestyle photography not only helps you drive conversions in your Artist Shop, but it can also increase engagement on your social-media posts. More shares equals more conversions! Most lifestyle photography requires a professional-grade camera, near-perfect natural lighting, andRead more
New Product: Classic Fleece in Sizes Up to 5XL
At Threadless we are always looking for opportunities to make our apparel selection more inclusive to all body types. Back in March, we announced the launch of our feminine-cut Scoop Neck Regular T-Shirts. Now, we’re happy to introduce our new unisex Classic Fleece Sweatshirts, Pullover Hoodies, and Zip-Up Hoodies, available in sizes up to 5XL! If you have an Artist Shop, you can immediately add these new products. Making your shop size-inclusive is important for a variety of reasons. FirstRead more
Get Your Incredible Art Featured on Threadless!
We at Threadless want to introduce your art to millions of folks around the world. Not just because it gives us the warm fuzzies in our tum-tums (it totally does), but because it helps you—an independent artist—succeed. That’s the sole reason why Threadless exists. All of the visuals you see on our homepage, social media, blog, and email newsletters feature original designs made by our diverse community. We use our platforms to put your art in front of people whoRead more
You Can Help Protect the Environment with Your Art
Why should we care about the environment? The answer is simple. It provides us and all living species with the natural resources we need for survival, good health, and quality of life. It’s our duty to protect the environment so it may continue providing for future generations to come. But what can you do as an artist to raise awareness for environmental issues and make an impact in the world? One option to consider is Threadless Causes. This Artist ShopsRead more
Make Your Shop Size-Inclusive with the New Scoop Neck Tee
At Threadless, we want shoppers with all body types wearing the incredible art made by our Artist Shops community. Every customer deserves the same shopping experience of finding a unique, stylish article of clothing they know will fit them comfortably. We’re now one step closer to size-inclusivity with the launch of our new feminine-cut Scoop Neck Regular Tee! It’s available exclusively in sizes 1X–4X (equivalent to women’s sizes 14–28). If you’re an Artist Shop owner, you can—and absolutely should—add thisRead more
Numbers Don’t Lie: Grow Your Business with These Tools
If you’re an Artist Shop owner, you have the skill and imagination you need to make incredible art. We know because we’ve seen it! However, no matter how adept you are at wielding a paintbrush, pen, or stylus, you might not be familiar with the online tools you can use to better sell your art. There are two tools in particular that reveal how customers interact with your shop. Read on to learn how Google Analytics and targeted ad campaignsRead more
The Anatomy of a Perfect Homepage
You walk into a boutique and the jeans are mixed with the blouses, the staff is apathetic, and the mannequins are passed out drunk on the floor. What are the chances you’ll end up buying anything? Probably pretty slim. The lesson here is that a strong first impression can be the difference between attracting or repelling customers. This is especially true when it comes to the homepage of your Artist Shop. Unless your visitors arrive through a side door, suchRead more
New Product Update: Add Ultra Premium Masks to Your Artist Shop!
The holidays are upon us, yet the global pandemic rages on. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) still recommend that everyone wears a cloth face covering while out in public to protect themselves and their neighbors. In other words, everyone must get more comfortable wearing face masks. We want to help you and your customers accomplish this goal. Add our recently launched Ultra Premium Face Mask to your Artist Shop today! This new addition to the Threadless catalogRead more
Transform Your Collections into Holiday Gift Guides
According to a 2022 survey conducted by Criteo, more than half of Gen Z and Millennials are planning to spend more online this year than they did in 2021.1 This increase presents more opportunities for Artist Shop owners to boost their traffic and conversion rate. One way of guiding your customers into making purchase decisions is to create holiday gift guides. The Collections feature in your Artist Dashboard lets you make a unique landing page in your shop for designsRead more
Winter is Coming: Prep Your Shop for the Holidays
E-commerce takes the danger out of holiday shopping. Consumers no longer have to camp outside of department stores in the cold for the sake of getting a good deal, or literally duke it out with fellow shoppers over a hotly anticipated product. If they choose, they can get all of their holiday shopping done with just a few taps on their phone. According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), e-commerce accounted for 20.1% of total holiday sales in 2019. ExpertsRead more
How to Prep Your Artist Shop for Summer
When the seasons change, so should your Artist Shop. That doesn’t mean completely reinventing your brand every three months, but rather making slight tweaks to better fit the upcoming season. It’s a signal to your customers that you have something fresh and new to offer them. As spring winds down, refer to this post for easy tips on how to prep your Artist Shop for summer. This part of the year is for being outdoors and relishing the warm weather.Read more