What Can I Sell On Etsy in 2025?
What Products Sell Best on Etsy (for Poster Sellers)?
If you’re looking to start a profitable Etsy shop, wall art — specifically posters — is one of the best product categories to enter. Posters are visually appealing, lightweight to ship, easy to produce via print‑on‑demand, and have enormous creative potential.
But not all posters sell equally well. In this blog, we’ll break down what types of posters tend to sell best on Etsy, and how to position your shop for long‑term success.
🎯 Why Posters Are the Perfect Etsy Product
- High margins – especially when using a low‑cost fulfillment partner
- Low risk – no inventory needed
- Quick to launch – create a digital file and start selling
- Huge demand – people love decorating their homes, offices, and dorm rooms
- Great for gifts – art prints are perfect for birthdays, housewarmings, and seasonal occasions
🖼️ Top Poster Niches That Sell Well on Etsy
1. Travel Prints
Travel posters are consistently popular on Etsy. Think vintage airline‑style prints, minimalist city maps, and landmark illustrations.
Why they work:
- People decorate with places they’ve visited (or dream of visiting)
- They make perfect gifts for couples, housewarmings, or anniversaries
Tips:
- Focus on big tourist cities first (Paris, New York, London, Tokyo)
- Make your style stand out — use bold colors, minimalist maps, or retro vibes
- Add collections (e.g. “USA Cities Series” or “European Landmarks”)
2. Art Reproductions (Public Domain)
Classic artwork never goes out of style. Posters featuring works by Matisse, Van Gogh, Picasso, Klimt, or William Morris are top sellers.
Why they work:
- Timeless appeal and proven demand
- Great for bedrooms, living rooms, and gallery walls
Tips:
- Use high‑resolution public domain sources — don’t screenshot low‑quality versions
- Offer modernized variations (e.g. color overlays or minimal text additions)
3. Quotes / Typography Prints
Inspirational quotes, funny sayings, and minimalist text art are big sellers. Often placed in bathrooms, kitchens, offices, and entryways.
Why they work: Low effort to create and easy to match different personalities and styles.
Tips:
- Use trending fonts and match current interior styles
- Segment offerings (e.g. “Funny Bathroom Prints” or “Kitchen Quote Sets”)
- Avoid trademarked phrases or copyrighted lyrics
4. Animal Prints
Posters featuring animals — especially in humorous or artistic styles — sell very well.
Why they work: Taps into people’s love for pets and humour; great for kids’ rooms and modern homes.
Trendy styles:
- Dogs in suits
- Black cats in a mystical setting
- Animal portraits in Ukiyo‑e or Japanese ink style
Tips:
- Offer personalization (e.g. “Custom Pet Portrait in Crown”)
- Stick to bestsellers first: dogs, cats, foxes, owls
5. Movie / Music‑Inspired Art
⚠️ Copyright warning: You cannot legally sell copyrighted lyrics, album covers, movie posters, or character art on Etsy. However, inspired designs and parodies can work.
What’s allowed (ish):
- Inspired quotes (not exact lyrics)
- Minimalist poster tributes with original artwork
- Parody‑style prints
Tips:
- Research trademark/copyright status
- Consider posters about the genre or vibe instead of specific media
🧠 Beyond the Obvious: Creative Poster Ideas
Some of the most successful shops found niches in unusual places. Think:
- Bible verse posters
- Patent illustrations (e.g. vintage inventions)
- Dictionary definition prints (“Friendship,” “Introvert”)
- Custom sports prints
- Zodiac or astrology art
The possibilities are endless. If it can be printed, it can be sold.
🛠️ How and Why to Use PrintShrimp for Poster Fulfillment
Once you've decided to sell posters on Etsy, the next big question is: who prints and ships your orders? That’s where PrintShrimp comes in.
- Built for Posters, Not T-Shirts: Better paper quality, more sizes, sharper color, poster‑specific packaging.
- High Profit Margins: Earn £10–£25 profit per sale depending on size.
- Fast Dispatch + Tracking: Ships within 1–2 working days.
- Global Fulfillment: Multiple hubs for efficient worldwide delivery.
- Hands‑Off Process: Upload artwork, connect your shop, and let us handle the rest.
We support bulk orders, CSV uploads, and automated integrations for high‑volume sellers.
🪄 How to Start Using PrintShrimp
- Visit printshrimp.com
- View pricing to choose sizes and finishes
- Sign up for the order portal
- Connect your Etsy store or upload orders manually
- Start fulfilling orders—stress free
You can also join our free Skool community of poster sellers (from beginners to six‑figure shops) to share tips, get feedback, and ask for support.