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Planning to start selling print on demand ornaments online or want to design one for yourself? Don’t know where to begin? Here are 11 sites to check out!

Although ornaments are seasonal products and you’ll make sales only for a quarter of the year, you can still earn a good profit selling them. People are always willing to spend more for the holiday seasons if it means making their loved ones happy.

In this article, I’ll be sharing 11 best sites you can use to design your own custom ornaments and the types of ornaments you can sell online. To make things easier, I’ve also included a list of home decor items and integration options offered by each fulfillment.

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11 Best Print On Demand Ornaments Companies

1. Printify

There’s at least 15 kinds of ornaments you can design with Printify as they work with multiple printing facilities all around the world. Some comes in a single piece while others may come in a pack of up to 10 pieces.

When deciding on which ornament to sell online, you can choose between two strategies to start with. You can either go for a shape that’s always in demand e.g. round ones, or go for unique-shaped ornaments.

Choosing the latter will make your store stand out compared to others but it can be harder to make sales in the beginning. I would definitely try out unique designs on the usual shaped ornaments before progressing to other shapes.

Here’s a sample of a Printify ornament I created using a Christmas quote design from Creative Fabrica. I uploaded the design file, positioned it in the center and chose a background color I preferred – I’m using light green here.

Mockup of a pewter snowflake ornament on Printify

Types of ornaments you can design:

  • Ceramic ornaments
  • Metal ornaments
  • Pewter snowflake ornaments
  • Wooden ornaments
  • Acrylic ornaments with ribbons
  • Christmas ball ornaments
Types of home decor you can design Canvas prints
Posters
Magnets
Rugs
Lamp shades
Tapestries
Rug
Runner
Wall clock
Pillows & covers
Curtains
Storage box
Pet products
Available integrations Shopify
WooCommerce
Etsy
eBay
PrestaShop
BigCommerce
Wix
Squarespace
Printify
API
Free to use? Free
Based in USA
Ships to Worldwide
11 Best Print On Demand Ornaments: Printify

Read: How to compare prices between Printify and Printful

How to sell Printify ornaments online for Christmas

2. Printful

On Printful, you can only design a single type of wooden ornament that comes in six shapes (all priced the same). In a glance, you can see that prices are a little more expensive on Printful compared to Printify – even after subscription/membership savings.

However, there are other things you should evaluate other than just prices. This includes product/printing quality, average shipping times and delivery cost to your destination area.

Check out my article on the differences between Printify and Printful (most people don’t know what they are!). Printful offers a lot more integrations compared most fulfillments out there so there’s definitely benefits to using them for your online business.

Types of ornaments you can design:

  • Bell ornaments
  • Heart ornaments
  • Oval ornaments
  • Star ornaments
  • Stocking ornaments
  • Tree ornaments
Types of home decor you can design Candles
Wall art
Posters
Canvas prints
Flags
Metal prints
Pillows & cases
Blankets
Towels
Aprons
Pet products
Available integrations Shopify
WooCommerce
Etsy
Wix
Squarespace
Magento
BigCommerce
Ecwid
Weebly
Prestashop
Shipstation
Big Cartel
Gumroad
Shift4Shop
Launch Cart
Webflow
Square
Nuvemshop
BASE
Amazon
eBay
Storenvy
Free to use? Free
Based in USA
Ships to Worldwide
11 Best Print On Demand Ornaments: Printful

Read: 10 things to compare Printful vs Redbubble

3. Inkthreadable

If you’re looking for a print on demand UK-based company for ornaments, you should check out Inkthreadable. It’s best to use the site if you’re planning to sell ornaments alongside apparel items as Inkthreadable is more well-known for their POD clothing line.

With that said, there is only a single type of ceramic ornament you can design on the site – and it’s a round one. Although it’s not seen in the picture below, the ornament comes with a gold string for hanging. Prices are in GBP but you can switch to seven other currencies.

Here’s a rough mockup of how it would look like with a typography design – I used one from Creative Fabrica!

Types of ornaments you can design:

Types of home decor you can design Drinkware
Wall art
Art prints
Coasters
Available integrations Shopify
Etsy
TikTok
Big Cartel
WooCommerce
Wix
Squarespace
Order Desk
Free to use? Free
Based in UK
Ships to Worldwide
11 Best Print On Demand Ornaments: Inkthreadable

Read: 15+ print on demand companies for selling in the UK

4. Gooten

Similar to Printful, there are a few ornament shapes you can design on Gooten – but they’re made of ceramic (porcelain). All shapes are in a standard size of three inches (diameter) and regardless which you’re planning to get, it comes with a ready-to-hang metallic gold loop string.

If you’re looking for seasonal products to sell with your ornaments, I would suggest going for home decor like tapestries, blankets, rugs or even scarves. These are great items to start selling ahead of the cold seasons!

Unsure of how to make your designs look good on the product when printed? Be sure to download design templates that are made available on each product page, even before you start designing.

Gooten's porcelain multi-shape ornaments
Gooten’s porcelain multi-shape ornaments

Types of ornaments you can design:

  • Ceramic snowflake ornaments
  • Ceramic star ornaments
  • Ceramic round ornaments
  • Ceramic heart ornaments
  • Ceramic round ornaments with gold back
Types of home decor you can design Canvas
Curtains
Prints
Magnets
Candles
Blankets
Placemats
Tablecloth
Tapestry
Rugs
Towels
Pillows
Ottomans
Laundry bags
Duvet covers
Comforters
Available integrations Shopify
Big Commerce
WooCommerce
Etsy
API
Free to use? Free
Based in USA
Ships to Worldwide
11 Best Print On Demand Ornaments: Gooten

5. Prodigi

Another print on demand ornament UK company you can check out is Prodigi. There aren’t a lot of home decor products on the site so don’t be surprised that there’s only one type of ornament you can design with them.

Just like Inkthreadable, Prodigi’s round ornament is made of white ceramic and comes with an adjustable gold string. I would usually go for darker colored designs for printing on ceramic as lighter colors may appear a little faded when printed.

If you want to test out some of their best-selling products, you can get their sample pack (mostly paper products) delivered to your doorstep. It does not include ornaments but you’ll get a good look of their overall printing quality before making a serious purchase.

Prodigi's ceramic round ornaments
Prodigi’s ceramic round ornaments

Types of ornaments you can design:

Types of home decor you can design Prints & posters
Framed prints
Canvas
Panels
Aprons
Placemats
Cushions
Bathroom
Bedding
Rugs & blankets
Pet products
Towels
Curtains
Bath mats
Available integrations Shopify
WooCommerce
Etsy
Squarespace
Wix
BigCommerce
Free to use? Free
Based in UK
Ships to Worldwide
11 Best Print On Demand Ornaments: Prodigi

6. Contrado

Another fulfillment you can look into aside from Inkthreadable and Prodigi is Contrado. Prices are on the higher side but there are better ornament choices compared to the previous two.

You can choose between four ornament shapes (listed down below) and get them in either ceramic or clay material. Designs can be printed on both sides and finished with a gloss/satin coat.

Even if you’re shopping a little late for Christmas, you can be certain that you’ll get your orders as soon as possible with Contrado. They ship orders in just 1-2 days and you have the option to upgrade to expedited shipping.

Luxury satin ornaments on Contrado
Luxury satin ornaments on Contrado

Types of ornaments you can design:

  • Ceramic ornaments (heart, star, oval, and round)
  • White clay ornaments (heart, star, oval, and round)
Types of home decor you can design Wallpaper
Wall decor
Bedding
Blankets & throws
Cushions & pillows
Curtains
Towels
Roller blinds
Rugs & runners
Doormats
Seating cube
Mugs
Chopping boards
Kitchen linens
Tableware
Storage & tins
Table linens
Bar mats & runners
Candles
Glass frame
Photo frames
Wooden blocks
Deco tray
Clocks
Lighting
Available integrations Shopify
Free to use? Free
Based in UK
Ships to Worldwide
11 Best Print On Demand Ornaments: Contrado

7. CustomCat

CustomCat is similar to Inkthreadable as they’re also better known for their collection of print on demand apparels – I shared more on their awesome features here. There aren’t many choices for home decor but there are at least four types of ornaments you can design with them.

It’s nothing out of the ordinary but their ornaments are eco-friendly and could last a lifetime as they’re made of durable MDF with a high-gloss plastic finish. Just like others, the gold cords are sold together for easy hanging.

CustomCat is quite easy to navigate as a beginner seller, thanks to their comprehensive blog section, packed with FAQs, tutorials and selling guidelines for artists.

Selection of POD ornaments on CustomCat
Selection of POD ornaments on CustomCat

Types of ornaments you can design:

  • Circle ornaments
  • Heart ornaments
  • Oval ornaments
  • Star ornaments
Types of home decor you can design Pillows
Drinkware
Blankets
Towels
Wall art
Available integrations Shopify
WooCommerce
Etsy
BigCommerce
API
Free to use? Free
Based in USA
Ships to Worldwide
11 Best Print On Demand Ornaments: CustomCat

8. Merchize

Looking for ornaments that are much cheaper than anything I’ve shared above? You can check out Merchize, a print on demand company based in Vietnam.

The great thing about exploring Merchize’s catalog is that some prices listed includes free shipping to the USA. But even if it’s not, you can still save a lot by getting ornaments with them – everything is still under $10 (with shipping!).

There are unique ornaments you can design with Merchize including acrylic and aluminum ones. If you like wooden products and want to make something special, get the ornament that’s made of both wood and acrylic. It’ll definitely be a conversation starter!

Merchize' catalog for custom printed ornaments
Merchize’ catalog for custom printed ornaments

Types of ornaments you can design:

  • Acrylic ornaments
  • Wooden ornaments
  • Custom shape window hanging acrylic ornaments
  • Engraved wooden ornaments
  • Custom shape wood and acrylic ornaments
  • Suncatcher ornaments
  • Ceramic ornaments
  • Aluminum ornaments
  • Glass ornaments
  • Shaker ornaments
Types of home decor you can design Blankets
Flags
Drinkware
Stickers & decals
Pillows & covers
Signs
Wall decor
Doormats
Candles
Night lights
Toys & games
Bedding sets
Shower curtains
Towels
Bunting
Acrylic standee
Holiday decorations
Aprons
Laundry basket
Available integrations Etsy
Amazon
Shopify
WooCommerce
eBay
Merchize API
Google Shopping
Free to use? Free
Based in Vietnam
Ships to Worldwide
11 Best Print On Demand Ornaments: Merchize

9. Zazzle

Not planning to sell on Etsy or Shopify? You can sell your designs on ornaments via print on demand marketplaces like Zazzle. Zazzle is a favorite of mine as there is an extensive range of products you can design and personalize – unlike other marketplaces.

Even for ornaments, there’s a few materials and shapes you can sell or purchase for yourself – full list down below. They also have a similar pewter snowflake ornament like the one I designed above on Printify.

Prices seen on Zazzle is the standard selling price paid by customers so as an artist, your commission will be a percentage of it (varies with each product).

Types of ornaments you can design on Zazzle
Types of ornaments you can design on Zazzle

Here’s a sample of a Zazzle ornament I personalized to include my blog’s name and logo. There are 13 styles to choose from for the same design and there are options to add a velvet gift pouch.

Types of ornaments you can design:

  • Porcelain ornaments (star,
  • Acrylic ornaments (heart, circle, star)
  • Aluminum ornaments
  • Metal ornaments (oval, circle)
  • Pewter snowflake ornaments
  • Wooden cube ornaments
  • Ceramic ball ornaments (tree, bell)
Types of home decor you can design Pillow
Blankets
Wall art
Wall decal
Serving tray
Calendar
Yard sign
Shower curtain
Lamp shades
Duvet cover
Clocks
Table linen
Frames & displays
Cookware
Pillows & cases
Photo collage
Decorative tiles
Door signs
Serving trays
Pet supplies
Doormats
Rugs
Available integrations API
Free to use? Free
Based in USA
Ships to Worldwide
11 Best Print On Demand Ornaments: Zazzle

10. Printed Mint

If you’ve gone through Printify’s range of ornaments, you’d probably spot Printed Mint as one of their suppliers. While you can source Printed Mint’s products on Printify, not all of their products are displayed on the site.

This is also true for ornaments as there are five choices on Printed Mint’s website compared to only two on Printify. Aside from the usual ceramic, there are acrylic and clear glass ornaments as well. However, most can only be printed on one side.

Sourcing directly from Printed Mint may be cheaper (instead of using Printify) but you’ll have limited options for integrations and range of products you can sell.

Custom printed ornaments to customize on Printed Mint
Custom printed ornaments to customize on Printed Mint

Types of ornaments you can design:

  • Acrylic round ornaments
  • Benelux ornaments
  • Ceramic round ornaments
  • Clear glass round ornaments
  • Aluminum round ornaments
Types of home decor you can design Blankets
Drinkware
Pet products
Pillows
Wall art
Wallpapers
Pet products
Candles
Drinkware
Posters
Desk accessories
Available integrations Shopify
Etsy
Free to use? Free
Based in USA
Ships to Worldwide
11 Best Print On Demand Ornaments: Printed Mint

11. Yoycol

If Merchize’s prices didn’t meet your budget, you should check out Yoycol. As they’re based in China and orders are shipped from the country, prices are much lower and you’ll be able to save a lot for large purchases.

Their product range is not as unique as Merchize’s but there are discounts to enjoy if you’re buying anything more than 10 units (5% off) or 50 units (10% off). Plus, Yoycol’s ornaments can be printed on both sides at no extra cost.

Just like others in this list, Yoycol’s products are printed on demand and there’s no minimum ordering quantity to fulfill. Shipping would take longer (up to 20 days) if you’re buying to the USA or Europe so that’s something to bear in mind!

Yoycol's selection of ornaments print on demand
Yoycol’s selection of ornaments print on demand

Types of ornaments you can design:

  • Round ceramic ornaments
  • Heart ceramic ornaments
  • Pentagram ceramic ornaments
  • Round wooden ornaments
  • Round aluminum ornaments
  • Christmas tree aluminum ornaments
  • Acrylic heart ornament for desk
Types of home decor you can design Doormats
Blankets
Tapestry
Rugs
Umbrellas
Desk accessories
Bedding
Wall art
Flags
Curtains
Table cloths
Pillows
Clocks
Available integrations Shopify
WooCommerce
Etsy
Free to use? Free
Based in China
Ships to Worldwide
11 Best Print On Demand Ornaments: Yoycol

21 Products To Sell With Print On Demand Ornaments

  1. Rugs
  2. Doormats
  3. Candles
  4. Tumblers
  5. Pet products
  6. Wall art
  7. Blankets
  8. Curtains
  9. Towels
  10. Bedding sets
  11. Pillow cases
  12. Wall clocks
  13. Lampshades
  14. Magnets
  15. Stockings
  16. Tapestry
  17. Flags
  18. Metal signs
  19. Keychains
  20. Banners
  21. Yard signs

How To Sell Ornaments Online With Print On Demand

  1. Choose a niche for your designs
    • Niching down is great to attract the right audience with your POD ornaments
    • Some examples would be ornaments designed with quotes or cute illustrations
    • Focus on your chosen niche for the next 100 designs!

  2. Do research on best selling and trendy designs
  3. Make your own designs or outsource
    • You can make your own designs using Kittl or Canva
    • If you want to buy designs, get them on Creative Fabrica or Envato Elements
    • Some important things to know are design file sizes and printing layout (if any)
  4. Sign up for an account with any of the sites I’ve listed above
    • You’ll have to create an account with one of the sites I’ve mentioned above to start selling
    • Choose one supplier that resonates to you the most with the right products you’ve envisioned for your business
  5. Upload designs to products
    • Uploading designs to supplier’s products is super easy and you should be able to do this once an account is created
    • Position the design correctly when uploading as the actual product will look the same as what you see online

  6. Set a suitable profit margin for each product
    • On most sites, you should be able to set a selling price once you’ve done uploading the design
    • A suitable margin should be 40%-50% depending on the platform you’re selling on and any fees you’ll incur on each sale
    • This excludes shipping charges to customers!
  7. Sync them to your ecommerce store
    • You would need to integrate your ecommerce store e.g. Etsy or Shopify before you’re able to sell so do that first
    • Sync the ready product to your store to start selling them publicly
  8. Start selling and repeat!
    • Repeat the process and you’ll get some sales with time!
    • Increase your chances of success by uploading more quality designs and bringing in traffic to your store with ads (if you’re not selling on a marketplace)

Bottom Line

Although ornaments are seasonal products to sell, there is a huge potential if your designs are unique and in demand. It’s important that you first identify your target audience and a suitable niche for your designs.

If you plan to dropship ornaments online, the best fulfillment to use would be Printify. There are a lot more product options for you to sell in the same store so you’re not tied to just one product.

Here are 11 fulfillment websites you can use to design and sell print on demand ornaments:

  1. Printify
  2. Printful
  3. Inkthreadable
  4. Gooten
  5. Prodigi
  6. Contrado
  7. CustomCat
  8. Merchize
  9. Zazzle
  10. Printed Mint
  11. Yoycol

Still searching for the right print on demand product for your business? Check out my product guides down below – practical tips included!