animotaxis

 

 

What are your favorite products to designs for? (select all that apply) *	Everything I just can't decide!!!
How long have you been working with Zazzle or other POD's *	Less then 6 months
What affect has zazzle had on your life in 25 words or more	Its sure keeps me busy. Its also kept me feeling elated because I've had sales every month if not weekly. I watch the forums closely to see what people want and really enjoy trying to fulfill the many requests.
In an average week how much time do you put into your shops including making designs, adding them to your store, advertising, reading the forums, doing other research or zazzle related work? (estimate the average week where do you fall)	30-40 hours (4-6 hours per day)
What percentage of time do you spend designing/adding products vs advertising/working on referral sites (this includes blogs twitter forums websites and other means of advertising)	75% adding designs 25% advertising
What was your favorite design to make & why? (whether it has sold or not pick just 1 & include the link to the product page NOT the image link)	Trees are one of my favorites things to draw. This was my first digital pencil drawing. I just love the enigma and intertwining of all the branches. It looks like chaos but it is well orchestrated by nature, there is a song in it. A Quiet Intensity by animotaxis Browse Old Posters
How many shops do you have on zazzle?	1
List your shop urls 1 per line with a 5-10 word description after each (use format http://www.zazzle.com/shopid - designs for people who love dogs)	animotaxis Graphics, historical, natural and abstract art, created traditionally and digitally.

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Star Stream Design

 

How did you pick your store(s) name(s)? (feel free to write up each shop name if they each have a story) *	My store name came from my graphic design firm name under which I have been doing freelance for over 15 years. It came to me while walking down Sixth Avenue in NYC on a lunch break. The literal translation of my maiden name (Sternbach) from its German origins, and Star Stream came to be.
What forms of advertising do you use online? (check all that apply) *	Facebook Twitter Yahoo Profiles Self hosted websites Forums/message boards (non zazzle)
How much do you spend monthly on advertising? (include hosting fees domain fees) *	$10-25
Do you have shops on other PODs?	No - Zazzle is my 1st & only POD
What other PODs do you use now or have you used in the past?	None
What are your feelings on...Clipart, Stock-photos, Public domain images, or other LEGAL to use free or paid images/photos...being used in zazzle shops?	I use it as a foundation for my designs then change it, adjusting colors or adding to it with words backgrounds or other details
List your shops using the following format: http://www.zazzle.com/shopid - Shop Name - short description of shop *	http://www.zazzle.com/starstreamdesign - Graphic design for everyone http://www.zazzle.com/starstreambusiness - Business solutions

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Kristi's Gift Shop

 

	Kristi's Gift Shop
How did you pick your store(s) name(s)? (feel free to write up each shop name if they each have a story) *
With my original store, "Kristi's Gift Shop" it was so easy to choose a name. My name is Kristi and I began it with the idea of having customizable gifts available for purchase. After all, it was just before the Christmas shopping season when I first signed up at Zazzle. For my 2nd store, "Moments by KGS", I decided to do a spin-off of my original store's name but since this 2nd store is for baby announcements, invitations, and business cards (basically paper products), I needed a name that reflected what the store would be selling. I decided on "Moments" since the main theme of the store would be products you use to celebrate "moments" in life. So, Moments by KGS was born. My 3rd store is another theme store. I enjoy doing artwork - and as artwork can be very subjective - it just didn't fit into my main gift shop's offerings. I came up with the name, "The Abstract World of Lyranny Hawk" because Lyranny Hawk is a pseudonym I have chosen for my artistic expressions. A large portion of my artwork is abstract or at least flirts with the abstract side and so the name just fits.
What forms of advertising do you use online? (check all that apply) *	Squidoo Wordpress Facebook Twitter Digg Search engine submissions Self hosted websites
How much do you spend monthly on advertising? (include hosting fees domain fees) *	$1-10
What are your 5 favorite designs from your store(s) and why? (include the url to the product pages)
My first favorite product is this "Favorites Recipes Binder". It is on my list of favorites because it is the first thing that I ever sold and I was so excited to see it sell many many times over during the Christmas shopping season! It inspired me to keep designing. Favorite Recipes Binder by kdspenart View other ""Zazzleaveryrecipecontest2009 Binders 2nd on my list of favorites is this pair of Pro-Keds with funky stars and stripes. It was one of the first Pro-Keds designs that I did and I was so happy with them that I bought a pair for my daughter. I think they show off my unique shoe style. Keds does an amazing job on the shoes and I have been so happy with the purchase. Funky Stars & Stripes by kdspenart Learn ""how to sell artwork on Zazzle The 3rd product on my list of favorites is this embroidered "Proud Nurse" cap. I enjoy making embroidered designs and I was extremely pleased with the way that this one came out. Proud Nurse by kdspenart See other ""Nurse Embroidered Hats My 4th favorite design is one of my favorites because it incorporates a patriotic design into a "Summer Recipes Binder". I am very patriotic by nature so it was a lot of fun working on this design. Summer Recipes Binder by kdspenart See more ""Summer Binders And finally, last on my list of favorite designs is this "Neon Party" invitation. It has been a great seller for me and I just love the way it really looks like neon against the black background. Neon Party Invitation by kdspenart See more ""Neon Invitations
Do you have shops on other PODs?	Yes - but zazzle is my primary POD
What other PODs do you use now or have you used in the past?	Redbubble Imagekind
What are your feelings on...Clipart, Stock-photos, Public domain images, or other LEGAL to use free or paid images/photos...being used in zazzle shops?	I do not use it but if it helps other people they should use it - not everyone is an artist
List your shops using the following format: http://www.zazzle.com/shopid - Shop Name - short description of shop *	http://www.zazzle.com/kdspenart - Kristi's Gift Shop - This shop carries a wide range of gift ideas, recipe binders, Keds, etc... Most products are customizable. http://www.zazzle.com/kgsmoments - Moments by KGS - This specialty shop carries invitation sets (invites, postage, thank you notes) and business cards. http://www.zazzle.com/lyrannyhawk - The Abstract World of Lyranny Hawk - The unique artistic works of Lyranny Hawk.

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Anotherfort

 

What are your favorite products to designs for? (select all that apply) *	T-Shirts Posters Mousepads Shoes Skateboards Stationary/letterhead Binders
How long have you been working with Zazzle or other POD's *	3-5 Years
What affect has zazzle had on your life in 25 words or more	I have never been able to get a job using what I consider my strengths like creativity and humor so I like knowing that people are willing to buy designs I have created. It makes me feel vindicated. I also like making stuff that I think is funny and I would buy, instead of something that's demeaning to women or more gross than funny.
In an average week how much time do you put into your shops including making designs, adding them to your store, advertising, reading the forums, doing other research or zazzle related work? (estimate the average week where do you fall)	30-40 hours (4-6 hours per day)
What percentage of time do you spend designing/adding products vs advertising/working on referral sites (this includes blogs twitter forums websites and other means of advertising)	75% adding designs 25% advertising
What was your favorite design to make & why? (whether it has sold or not pick just 1 & include the link to the product page NOT the image link)	I have a ton of designs in my stores so it's hard to pick one but since it summer concert season I like this one right now. All Access Backstage Pass by Anotherfort See more ""Backstage T-Shirts
How many shops do you have on zazzle?	5-8
List your shop urls 1 per line with a 5-10 word description after each (use format http://www.zazzle.com/shopid - designs for people who love dogs)	http://www.zazzle.com/anotherfort - A huge store full of funny designs http://www.zazzle.com/saywhattees - A huge store full of funny and serious slogans and sayings http://www.zazzle.com/touristfort - Great Travel designs for specific places and traveling in general http://www.zazzle.com/retrofort - Retro and Vintage style designs with nostalgic flair http://www.zazzle.comwritersfort - Great gifts and shirts for writers

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Welshpixels

 

What are your favorite products to designs for? (select all that apply) *	Everything I just can't decide!!!
How long have you been working with Zazzle or other POD's *	6-12 months
What affect has zazzle had on your life in 25 words or more	I've become a Zazzleholic! I'm always thinking about ways of using my images, ideas to promote my stores, reading the forums for ideas, sometimes forgetting about mealtimes and constantly checking emails.
In an average week how much time do you put into your shops including making designs, adding them to your store, advertising, reading the forums, doing other research or zazzle related work? (estimate the average week where do you fall)	40-60 hours (6-9 hours per day)
What percentage of time do you spend designing/adding products vs advertising/working on referral sites (this includes blogs twitter forums websites and other means of advertising)	75% adding designs 25% advertising
What was your favorite design to make & why? (whether it has sold or not pick just 1 & include the link to the product page NOT the image link)	This is my favourite image, not only because I was so pleased to capture a wild bird in this position but it was also an accepted image in the WELSH INTERNATIONAL PROJECTED IMAGE SALON last year. Buzzard 1 by Welshpixels Browse more ""Bird Mousepads
How many shops do you have on zazzle?	2-4
List your shop urls 1 per line with a 5-10 word description after each (use format http://www.zazzle.com/shopid - designs for people who love dogs)	http://www.zazzle.com/Welshpixels - Wildife photography for nature lovers http://www.zazzle.com/Flowerpixels - Floral photography http://www.zazzle.com/Weddingpixels - Wedding stationery and other posh stuff

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Luna Art - siffert

 

What are your favorite products to designs for? (select all that apply) *	T-Shirts Cards/postcards/invitations Posters Mousepads Business Cards Shoes Buttons/Magnets/Keyrings Stationary/letterhead Binders
How long have you been working with Zazzle or other POD's *	3-5 Years
In an average week how much time do you put into your shops including making designs, adding them to your store, advertising, reading the forums, doing other research or zazzle related work? (estimate the average week where do you fall)	0-2 hours (10-15 minutes per day)
What percentage of time do you spend designing/adding products vs advertising/working on referral sites (this includes blogs twitter forums websites and other means of advertising)	75% adding designs 25% advertising
How many shops do you have on zazzle?	1
List your shop urls 1 per line with a 5-10 word description after each (use format http://www.zazzle.com/shopid - designs for people who love dogs)	http://www.zazzle.com/siffert - Prints / products featuring illustrations by Brazilian artist "Luna" Siffert.

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ChitChatShirts

 

What are your favorite products to designs for? (select all that apply) *	T-Shirts
How long have you been working with Zazzle or other POD's *	5+ years
What affect has zazzle had on your life in 25 words or more	Difficult question. When you look at the nex question and find 60+ hours as my answer you may find it hard to believe that I got a life. I enjoy creating new designs and promoting other designers products. At Zazzle I got the tools I need to do this.
In an average week how much time do you put into your shops including making designs, adding them to your store, advertising, reading the forums, doing other research or zazzle related work? (estimate the average week where do you fall)	60+ hours (over 9 hours per day)
What percentage of time do you spend designing/adding products vs advertising/working on referral sites (this includes blogs twitter forums websites and other means of advertising)	75% adding designs 25% advertising
What was your favorite design to make & why? (whether it has sold or not pick just 1 & include the link to the product page NOT the image link)	Golden Irish Beer Monster by chitchatshirts View more Ircvall T-Shirts I have a soft spot in my heart for this little brat. Had a lot of fun creating it. He reminds me of someone I know.
How many shops do you have on zazzle?	10-15
List your shop urls 1 per line with a 5-10 word description after each (use format http://www.zazzle.com/shopid - designs for people who love dogs)	ChitChat shirts from CircusValley http://www.zazzle.com/chitchatshirts - Shirts with Chit Chat Quality

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Sandy Buckley/ DamaskDiva

 

What are your favorite products to designs for? (select all that apply) *	Cards/postcards/invitations
How long have you been working with Zazzle or other POD's *	5+ years
What affect has zazzle had on your life in 25 words or more
First, I’ll state the obvious. Everyone is creative. There is not a person on Earth that is incapable of coming up with a new idea. The question for me, however, was how to embrace that concept in my life. So, in 2005 I decided to distract myself from reality, move 3000 miles across the country and immerse myself in a sleepy little island community off the coast of Washington State called Friday Harbor. Little did I know that my housewarming gift would be inspired creativity. My intent was a change in lifestyle but in reality I expanded my perspective and found the passion for creativity which now had its rightful outlet. Zazzle is that outlet. I joined the community in 2006, never expecting to find a world of innovative artists and a spirit of entrepreneurship which would become “empowering” to me. I embraced the feedback and welcomed the interactions, muddling my way through the process as my inner artist was unleashed. Meeting so many celebrated artists and infusing yourself with far greater than “recommended daily allowances” of creativity in a positive and nurturing atmosphere is one of the reasons why I have continued as a loyal designer at Zazzle. Over the years, I have opened galleries as outlets---looking for ways to market concepts as opposed to content, each gallery holding a spot near and dear to my heart. I have been very fortunate since 2006 in large part due to Zazzle’s innovation and appreciation for their artists. The island and photography community have embraced my designs and work which they see on Zazzle and now around town --- bringing many other collaborative island artists to Zazzle as well. In September, my “day job” was outsourced and I have never been happier- the timing is perfect for this new paradigm in personal growth to continue. Opportunities happen and I’ve learned from the past three years and counting, I will take them as then come.
In an average week how much time do you put into your shops including making designs, adding them to your store, advertising, reading the forums, doing other research or zazzle related work? (estimate the average week where do you fall)	30-40 hours (4-6 hours per day)
What percentage of time do you spend designing/adding products vs advertising/working on referral sites (this includes blogs twitter forums websites and other means of advertising)	75% adding designs 25% advertising
What was your favorite design to make & why? (whether it has sold or not pick just 1 & include the link to the product page NOT the image link)	I love designing business cards. There are so many variations of the theme which makes me really want to be able to figure out how customers want to promote themselves. Since the business card makes that impression about your creativity and style, I try and focus on a message in lieu of other products which simply are used on a one time basis.
How many shops do you have on zazzle?	8-10
List your shop urls 1 per line with a 5-10 word description after each (use format http://www.zazzle.com/shopid - designs for people who love dogs)
http://www.zazzle.com/thebirthdayshop*/Life's a Party- Designs for All Occasions http://www.zazzle.com/theflowershop*/ A Floral Design Shop for All Occasions http:///www.zazzle.com/thepapermill*/ Paper Products for All Occasions http://www.zazzle.com/winter_wonderland*/ A Touch of the Holidays all Your Long http://www.zazzle.com/damaskdiva*/ Damask Designs for One and All http://www.zazzle.com/theshoebox*/ Kicks for Life- Keds Shoes and More http://www.zazzle.com/pup_culture*/ It's a Dog's Life Apparel and Merchandise http://www.zazzle.com/sandybuckley*/ Photography and Designs from the San Juan Islands

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Thoughtless Tease

 

What are your favorite products to designs for? (select all that apply) *	T-Shirts Cards/postcards/invitations Something else
How long have you been working with Zazzle or other POD's *	1-3 Years
What affect has zazzle had on your life in 25 words or more	Zazzle keeps me in stitches and britches. 'taint nuthin better 'n laffin your butt off in a new purr of jeans. I earn more money 'n Earl.
In an average week how much time do you put into your shops including making designs, adding them to your store, advertising, reading the forums, doing other research or zazzle related work? (estimate the average week where do you fall)	4-12 hours (35 minutes-2 hour per day)
What percentage of time do you spend designing/adding products vs advertising/working on referral sites (this includes blogs twitter forums websites and other means of advertising)	50-50%
What was your favorite design to make & why? (whether it has sold or not pick just 1 & include the link to the product page NOT the image link)	My Fave-o-rite design has to be the t-shirt that comes in triple wide size. It sez "You can beat anorexia, ask me how." YOU CAN BEAT ANOREXIA ask me how t-shirt by hooyah Get a t-shirt at zazzle.com In this here shurt, you can eat in comfort with extra room to feed. These shurts go up to 6X for those who have really really beat anorexia. Yep, dis here's my plum best seller. Note: no rednecks were huirt durin the writin' of dis here interview.
How many shops do you have on zazzle?	2-4
List your shop urls 1 per line with a 5-10 word description after each (use format http://www.zazzle.com/shopid - designs for people who love dogs)	http://www.zazzle.com/hooyah -funny, flirty, and fashionable apparel for women and men http://www.zazzle.com/neighborhoodshoppe - Hoodies for all seasons and no reasons. http://www.zazzle.com/reflekshins - Hawaiian-style and Haiku Ar gifts. Great stuff for re-selling.

Jerry's Sweet Store

 

What are your favorite products to designs for? (select all that apply) *	T-Shirts Cards/postcards/invitations Posters Business Cards Shoes Stationary/letterhead
How long have you been working with Zazzle or other POD's *	5+ years
What affect has zazzle had on your life in 25 words or more	Well, they were there for me even before D day but especially after. I took a huge hit in the wallet after that day and Zazzle is slowly making up for it. After being in the POD game for quite some time, I find that Zazzle is the easiest and the highest quality POD.
In an average week how much time do you put into your shops including making designs, adding them to your store, advertising, reading the forums, doing other research or zazzle related work? (estimate the average week where do you fall)	40-60 hours (6-9 hours per day)
What percentage of time do you spend designing/adding products vs advertising/working on referral sites (this includes blogs twitter forums websites and other means of advertising)	75% adding designs 25% advertising
What was your favorite design to make & why? (whether it has sold or not pick just 1 & include the link to the product page NOT the image link)	Too Cool 4 School was one of the first designs I ever did and one of the first ones I put here on Zazzle. I enjoyed doing the design because it is a little different than most stuff I do. I guess I like this one the best because it has been around for awhile,it was one of my first, it was inspired by someone special, it sells well and it even got a TBA. The design also matches the model very well. http://www.zazzle.com/too_cool_4_school_t_shirt-235901882629743611
How many shops do you have on zazzle?	2-4
List your shop urls 1 per line with a 5-10 word description after each (use format http://www.zazzle.com/shopid - designs for people who love dogs)	http://www.zazzle.com/jerrylambert This is my flagship store. A bit of everything. http://www.zazzle.com/wondiferous I created this one for gift oriented designs. http://www.zazzle.com/freakaloo This one is paranormal niche. http://www.zazzle.com/taxpayertees My political stuff goes in here.

My Kids Have 4 Legs

 

What are your favorite products to designs for? (select all that apply) *	T-Shirts Cards/postcards/invitations Posters Mousepads Business Cards Buttons/Magnets/Keyrings Binders
How long have you been working with Zazzle or other POD's *	1-3 Years
What affect has zazzle had on your life in 25 words or more
It has given me the opportunity to have my own business, be creative, and earn money for the various animal charities I support along with the Susan Koman Breast Cancer Foundation. When I retired in 2009, I was concerned how I would keep myself busy after working for a large corporation, in upper management, for 45 years. When I discovered Zazzle, I was thrilled and immediately saw the numerous options it offered. When I look back on my original products, I realize how much I have learned and how much I still have to learn. Designing products for Zazzle has made me learn Photoshop, improved my photography skills, gotten me involved in social networks and was the reason I learned how to do my own website. Just think I have learned so much and I get paid to do it. Becoming a Proseller was as much of a thrill as the promotions I received in the work force. On a closing note, I have also gained Zazzle friends who have encouraged me from the very b eginning. What really makes every day dazzle with Zazzle for me is I can spend hours working on my products with my three best friends in my office. They are my Goldens and inspiration, Anna, Diva and Eddie.
In an average week how much time do you put into your shops including making designs, adding them to your store, advertising, reading the forums, doing other research or zazzle related work? (estimate the average week where do you fall)	30-40 hours (4-6 hours per day)
What percentage of time do you spend designing/adding products vs advertising/working on referral sites (this includes blogs twitter forums websites and other means of advertising)	75% adding designs 25% advertising
What was your favorite design to make & why? (whether it has sold or not pick just 1 & include the link to the product page NOT the image link)	Combining my love of dogs with Breast Cancer products gave me a true feeling of accomplishment. Beagle Breast Cancer Unisex T-Shirt by normagolden Browse other ""Breast T-Shirts
How many shops do you have on zazzle?	2-4
List your shop urls 1 per line with a 5-10 word description after each (use format http://www.zazzle.com/shopid - designs for people who love dogs)	http://www.zazzle.com/normagolden better know as My Kids Have 4 Legs http://www.zazzle.com/horsesense Displays my passion for horses http://www.zazzle.com/purrfection Dedicated to all my cat loving friends http://www.zazzle.com/josephspallone My son is my partner in this store