#360 What if your creative side hustle could fund your freedom and run itself while you explore the world? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we’re joined by Christina Umerez, a digital nomad who built a successful Etsy print-on-demand business that now supports her travel-filled lifestyle. Christina shares how she went from custom pet portraits to simple sweatshirt designs that generate passive income on autopilot. She walks us through her step-by-step research strategy, explains why Etsy is the perfect beginner platform, and reveals how she scaled her store while outsourcing nearly everything. Whether you’re crafty or just clever with words, this episode proves you don’t need design experience — or even inventory — to start building a business that works while you play!

+ From pet portraits to passive income

+ Why simple designs sell best

+ Etsy vs. Shopify for beginners

+ Niching by product vs. audience

+ Importance of mockups and visuals

+ How to research winning products

+ Balancing evergreen vs. seasonal items

+ Tips for getting first Etsy reviews

+ Setting up your store for success

+ Automating with print-on-demand tools

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