What's the best way to launch a small screen printing business?

[Sno_border69]

I'm a graphic designer and have always had a passion for screen printing t-shirts. I have some clever designs that have been printed by an awesome screen printer in my area.

Besides facebook, business cards in the books at the library, traditional marketing etc, what's the best way to promote t-shirts and screen printed apparel?

[Richard M]

Local markets, flea markets, community sales, are often simple vehicles to get the word out for something like this. Make sure you don't over price your product; get it out there and get people interested/excited about it - then work on making a profit.

Make sure the product you offer is original and appealing - and make sure people know you will do custom work.

Approach local athletic teams, other sporting groups, clubs, and any other organization that does promos and wants all their people in the same Tees. Even banks do that stuff these days.

You should do alright. Good luck.

[Alex Sanders]

You could show your designs to local stores and see if their interested. If they like the designs they will surely buy it. Facebook is also a good way to promote it. Ask your friends to help you promote it. Thje larger the network the bigger the crowd.