How To Start A Clothing Line With $0 Dollars | Legit Step by Step Tutorial

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  • Опубликовано: 3 янв 2025

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  • @johnxsantos
    @johnxsantos  5 лет назад +1379

    I hope this video helps make your business into a reality 🙌🏽. If you’re reading this, make sure you checkout the video description as it contains additional notes and resources we discussed throughout the video. If you're watching from a cell phone, the description expands by clicking on the arrow right next to the title 👆🏽. If you need additional resources and training, checkout the FREE online course I created which dives into greater detail. I also included the Clothing Line Blueprint and Apparel Resource Guide which you can immediately download: bit.ly/Free-Apparel-Training
    If you still have questions, or video ideas leave them down below and we will answer them ASAP! Be on the lookout for additional videos hitting the channel where we continue to dive into the apparel business, as well as some very unique entrepreneurship topics.

    • @JunedKhan-um1un
      @JunedKhan-um1un 5 лет назад +3

      Your WhatsApp number contact please

    • @6igwormtheprinciple674
      @6igwormtheprinciple674 5 лет назад +4

      John Santos omg This Video About To Save My Life ‼️😎🤑🤞🏽🤩

    • @Myfaultjboy
      @Myfaultjboy 5 лет назад

      Thanks man ! Are you in the Los Angeles area ?

    • @wazhamuzila7245
      @wazhamuzila7245 5 лет назад

      Do you ship to africa

    • @shakenbake9683
      @shakenbake9683 5 лет назад +1

      Hey John! What if I wanted my design to be on specific type of t-shirt that I wanted to be on?

  • @markbrian813
    @markbrian813 2 года назад +882

    Successful people don't become that way overnight. most people see at a glance-wealth, a great career, purpose-is the result of hard work and hustle over time. I pray that anyone who reads this will be successful in life

    • @Kevin-pb1ge
      @Kevin-pb1ge 2 года назад

      Assets that can make you successful
      at this moment are:

    • @Kevin-pb1ge
      @Kevin-pb1ge 2 года назад

      . Shares
      .Stocks
      .Forex
      .Real estate

    • @steveashley8260
      @steveashley8260 2 года назад

      @@Kevin-pb1ge Yeah you're right, that's why I had to start Forex trad..ing two months ago and now i'm making benefits from it now.

    • @steveashley8260
      @steveashley8260 2 года назад

      @Valmoria Mrs Debra Barton is obviously the best 💯👍,
      I inves..ted 5,500 USD with her and she me made profit of 33,000 USD just in few days

    • @steveashley8260
      @steveashley8260 2 года назад

      Her success story is every..where

  • @Pimpishone
    @Pimpishone 5 лет назад +2415

    How to know when you’re actually serious about pursuing a goal:
    1) Log down your goals
    2) Give your goals a timeline
    3) How much action are you putting towards your goals daily, weekly, monthly? (Evaluate yourself)

  • @amandadoverspike2949
    @amandadoverspike2949 4 года назад +236

    After working years in the apparel industry - I believe this is great advice, especially just starting out/testing the waters for creating your own line. This definitely beats having to place a 300+ order minimum and ending up with product that didn't sell as well as you thought, not to mention being responsible for packaging, shipping and legal garment tags. Totally correct in that doing it this way allows for you to focus less on order packing & shipping logistics and focus more on marketing and growing. Thank you for this video!

  • @truthspeaker2249
    @truthspeaker2249 4 года назад +274

    I'm going to start in 2yrs when I'm 16, imma save money, I get about $5 everyday for lunch money (Monday-friday)

    • @nakyabee5311
      @nakyabee5311 4 года назад +40

      Please stick to it, I’m rooting for you homie

    • @jessicafelicione403
      @jessicafelicione403 4 года назад +52

      good luck buddy, don’t forget to eat tho!

    • @soluspot3493
      @soluspot3493 4 года назад +4

      Gl

    • @Lockeditin
      @Lockeditin 3 года назад +7

      Im going to buy from you.See u in the future when u become big buddy!

    • @kristinaruiz3645
      @kristinaruiz3645 3 года назад

      🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾💖💖💖

  • @charliedelbosque5864
    @charliedelbosque5864 4 года назад +1

    Bro I’ve been watching a lot of these videos lately and legit John Santos, this video is the first one that makes me feel 1. You’re not full of crap like half these 17yrs telling me how they made 15k/month selling shirts. 2. You broke it down in a way that makes me feel confident to start with my shirt company. 3. Seeing the machines and process lets me know that you know what you are doing and have been doing it for a bit if you’ve worked up to buy or rent all those machines and location! Thank you for the vid, I’ll be sure to start watching your other videos ASAP, stay humble and stay blessed guys !

  • @andrewbmartin
    @andrewbmartin 5 лет назад +5736

    how to start a clothing brand with no money
    step 1: get money

    • @tod3608
      @tod3608 5 лет назад +35

      @Elyse George yeah for real

    • @TimothyDark
      @TimothyDark 5 лет назад +3

      Lmao!!!

    • @RobertLugg
      @RobertLugg 5 лет назад +50

      Connor Kent Exactly. It isn’t free but you don’t need to pay until you get a sale.

    • @tootiegreen4095
      @tootiegreen4095 5 лет назад +2

      🤣

    • @khadidjabahmed2659
      @khadidjabahmed2659 5 лет назад +2

      andrew martin 😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @NickJonesTransferllc
    @NickJonesTransferllc 4 года назад +371

    After reading all the negative comments I have decided that most people's assume that he ment no work or effort at all Instead of no money upfront. You see people he said no money upfront he never said no money at all as well he never said it wouldn't take alot of work.

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  4 года назад +32

      Thank you! 🙏🏽 simply slides by most people.

    • @ahmya_kagei
      @ahmya_kagei 4 года назад +17

      the video's title legit says with 0 dollars so yeah i'm pretty sure he said no money upfront

    • @NEVERMIND-io5mp
      @NEVERMIND-io5mp 4 года назад +7

      @@ahmya_kagei you need at least 30$ to start ...open a shopify account and then you get the items made on demand so the customer pays and orders first... research and marketing is basically free almost all major social media platforms where people are found are free to join... and you can research anything on the internet for free... designs... you can make your own designs or buy your own designs from websites like fiver you can get a design for about $5. if you can't afford $35 then I'm sorry I can't help you... its basically impossible to turn $0 to something... you have to either sale your time or a product to earn money...

  • @vallejopnw
    @vallejopnw 4 года назад +11

    Wow. I already commented, BARELY half way thru and I gotta say: this is possibly the most lucrative knowledge I've ever been given that anyone could apply.

  • @ChaplainMelanie
    @ChaplainMelanie 4 года назад +8

    This has got to be the most informative, realistic video that I've ever seen about how to start your own business, with no money, no less. You have given me hope. I don't know why you are being so generous, but it is much appreciated. Much love!!!

  • @Monsieurlatebloomer
    @Monsieurlatebloomer 4 месяца назад +1

    John, your advice is on point! I have been following your channel now for over a year, and it’s so helpful! I took care of the legal aspects of the business last year and this year I stepped it up. I have been working with graphic designers overseas and a manufacturer in Pakistan. I received my sample shirts yesterday. It’s a day by day project, but I’m getting close to launch. I’m also taking graphic design courses to save costs and bought an EasyPress 3 along with wholesale blanks to get more hands on and compare costs. I respect your From The Ground Up mindset. Thank you for dedicating your time to help inspire other entrepreneurs get started.
    That’s my stanning for the day, haha.

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  2 месяца назад +1

      Appreciate you for sharing your progress! Let's keep in touch! We launched a free community where we can all connect regularly: community.ftgu.app/

    • @Monsieurlatebloomer
      @Monsieurlatebloomer 2 месяца назад

      @johnxsantos, you’re welcome, John! Sounds good, and I look forward to connecting with like minded individuals. 👊

  • @nikolaihauck9869
    @nikolaihauck9869 5 лет назад +200

    Geez man this video is literally the most informative and useful video on RUclips. This really changed my life man, I appreciate it bro.

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад +7

      I had a tear in my eye when I read this. Thank you 🙏 😊 Glad it could help, and if there's anything else I can do to better assist you lmk: bit.ly/GroundUp-Academy

    • @elcanbu5610
      @elcanbu5610 5 лет назад

      how is it going with your brand???

    • @JohndoeZA2627
      @JohndoeZA2627 5 лет назад

      How's it going ?

    • @beeyankuh7845
      @beeyankuh7845 4 года назад

      thats so sweet

    • @djjackson9047
      @djjackson9047 4 года назад +3

      @@johnxsantos Show us the evidence, or tell us how much you got paid to leave this review.

  • @Jamie00rm
    @Jamie00rm 5 лет назад +3850

    How to start a brand with no money
    Proceeds to use machines worth thousands

    • @terrancel1786
      @terrancel1786 5 лет назад +120

      All you are doing is selling your brand or design. Someone else prints the clothes.

    • @SharlenesJourney
      @SharlenesJourney 5 лет назад +19

      Lmaoo

    • @ambercalhounmusic
      @ambercalhounmusic 5 лет назад +139

      @@terrancel1786 you have to pay someone to print all that stuff too.. if you don't have a website you have to pay someone to make a website unless you already have one there's a lot that goes into it

    • @dmowolfenspeedster
      @dmowolfenspeedster 5 лет назад +30

      Thousands and thousands and thousands and thousands and thousands and thousands and thousands and thousands and thousands and thousands and thousands and thousands and thousands and thousands and thousands and thousands and thousands and thousands...

    • @Bruh-yb8qo
      @Bruh-yb8qo 4 года назад +13

      bananaBUFFALO no shit get a other jab first to save up money then you can spend some of that money on your brand

  • @VanessaBlanco
    @VanessaBlanco 5 лет назад +513

    This is exactly what I needed 🙌🏽

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад +11

      Vanessa Blanco happy to help!

    • @JuanitaMichelle
      @JuanitaMichelle 4 года назад +3

      Ditto!

    • @jmsr8640
      @jmsr8640 4 года назад +1

      Nice Video! Sorry for the intrusion, I would love your opinion. Have you ever tried - Panaylee Renowned Prepotence (should be on google have a look)? It is an awesome one off product for finding luxury or designer goods at wholesale or lower prices minus the normal expense. Ive heard some pretty good things about it and my work colleague after many years got amazing success with it.

    • @Jess-ec2fp
      @Jess-ec2fp 4 года назад +1

      how’s your brand getting along? i’m new to all this and am just curious as it’s been a year since your comment now :)

    • @cjcoolyvi8es230
      @cjcoolyvi8es230 3 года назад +1

      I felt the same way when I watched it all the way through....... I even downloaded so I can go back to it 👍🏿

  • @allanwairama8605
    @allanwairama8605 8 месяцев назад

    Thank you for this video. Something made me watch it 3 to 4 weeks ago and i am now hooked. I have discovered that i like creating designs for t shirts, hoodies etc. After a few years of feeling stuck in what i wanted to do, i have found something that i enjoy doing. This video has been life changing for me. After years of dealing with chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia and not being able to work, THIS is something i know i can do, so thank you again for this video.

  • @williamsani5978
    @williamsani5978 2 года назад +2

    Hey, John. This is super super great. You know how they say that when you want something so much, the whole universe conspire to bring it before you? That's the experience here for me. I have just been brooding over a desire I have nursed for the longest time about starting a minimalist fashion brand, and just recently I decided to be more actionable about it. I have had back-and-forth meetings with a designer to come up with unique designs that'll immediately resonate with a potential customer. And now I bumped into this. And it simplifies out a rather tedious process of cut-to-finish-to-fulfilment. Great stuff! However, I'm from Nigeria and one of the challenges I find, especially with T-shirts makers here is fabric quality, and there is no real education readily available that gets out useful information that aspiring fashion influencers or clothe makers can setup with. Would you mind sharing a little on the fabric quality one could get via this process. Thanks so much, Champ.

  • @IanGruber81
    @IanGruber81 5 лет назад +157

    John, you are a true professional. So great to work with you to make this information available to entrepreneurs and those interested in creating their own clothing lines . Giving people a path to get started and grow their own business or personal passion projects is such a great way to pay it forward.

    • @klipaxtv8541
      @klipaxtv8541 5 лет назад

      Apliiq rocks... i am starting my clothing brand but im from the Philippines. is there any chance i can do business with you guys?

    • @JSGlobalMedia
      @JSGlobalMedia 5 лет назад

      Ian Gruber I've been trying to reach a representative at Apliiq so that we can discuss partnering but I have not gotten a reply. What is the best form of contact?

    • @alixh4123
      @alixh4123 4 года назад +1

      Hello

  • @jeexus4285
    @jeexus4285 5 лет назад +9

    This man dropped a bunch of gems on this video, my first time on his channel or watching a video of his, God sent me your way, ive been wanting to start my own Clothing Brand, thanks for sharing the Idea and how the process works!!

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад +1

      Thank you bro. 🙏🏽 glad I could help. Keep making progress towards your goals, God has big plans for you.

  • @hinnyhinker
    @hinnyhinker 4 года назад +36

    I can not say thank you enough for this video. For many months I’ve had ideas I’d like to produce but was finding it overwhelming all the new information I had to learn and incorporate. But your video just made things significantly clearer and now I have the confidence to move forward with my plans 🙏🏽

  • @loverneverend12
    @loverneverend12 3 года назад +15

    I am so blessed to have the full mental and financial support of my friends and family. For those of you who have people in your life that say it cant be done, then.. well..
    Take their negativity, turn it into motivation and do it anyways. Good luck yall

    • @TallMama321
      @TallMama321 3 года назад

      That’s wild that anyone would tell another person they can’t do something or something cannot be done. Keep your head up!!

  • @SeezSantos
    @SeezSantos 5 лет назад +4

    It was so awesome to put this together for you all!

  • @thesugarmafia9524
    @thesugarmafia9524 5 лет назад +189

    If you guys are struggling with the financial half of business I would suggest the book: PROFIT FIRST

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад +12

      Yes that book is 🔥🔥🔥

    • @shakenbake9683
      @shakenbake9683 5 лет назад

      Hey Kevin! Thanks for the comment. However, what is the book about and how did it help you?

    • @thesugarmafia9524
      @thesugarmafia9524 5 лет назад +21

      @@shakenbake9683PROFIT FIRST is a book were Mike Michalowics explains his counter intuitive cash management system which reveals why the traditional accounting formula (Sales minus expenses = profit) this book flips the method and shows how you can use this to make your business serve you using the new formula (sales minus profit = expenses) And as for how this has helped me I'm a highschool freshman that is in the first steps to developing an e commerce web site that is set to launch when I graduate. (I was lucky enough to stumble upon it on Amazon)

    • @thesugarmafia9524
      @thesugarmafia9524 5 лет назад +1

      Plus its enjoyable to read😀

    • @thesugarmafia9524
      @thesugarmafia9524 5 лет назад

      Plus its enjoyable to read😀

  • @hereforducks
    @hereforducks 4 года назад +4

    I was just about to start my clothing line and i don't know how to start THIS CAME IN RECOMMENDED WOW. I LOVE IT

    • @josueabarca1913
      @josueabarca1913 4 года назад

      how is your clothing line going?

    • @SafwanNet
      @SafwanNet 3 года назад

      @@josueabarca1913 yes how is it going ?

  • @LessDebateMoreCreate
    @LessDebateMoreCreate 4 года назад +46

    Thank you so much for this video! I've had an idea in mind and have been lost on how to start. Specifically the whole LLC and making the brand a legit business and when/if it's needed. I really appreciate the attention to detail, and the energy you and your colleagues put into this. You've definitely encouraged me to take the next steps forward to create my vision. Best of luck to the rest of you out there that are creating what you believe in. Let's get it.

    • @carelymarta
      @carelymarta 3 года назад

      Did you ever figure out the whole loc and making it a legit business?

    • @ilir7140
      @ilir7140 2 года назад

      did u start the business?

  • @sammiatkins11.11
    @sammiatkins11.11 3 года назад +1

    Haters are only people with fear ....an behind that fear is ur gut feeling telling u thats ur dream .....to reach ur purpose u have to face your fears ......

  • @djdiegomarteens
    @djdiegomarteens 5 лет назад +33

    Thanks for share with us. As I can see, a lot of comments like “ohh you’ll spend $100 to start”, bla bla bla!
    Dude I just need to say: Dream Big and Do Bigger! So if you can see problems to each thing. You are at the wrong place!
    As a big brand say on the box: JUST DO IT!
    Kick your ass and start move forward!
    Big Up!

    • @feliscuragi4779
      @feliscuragi4779 5 лет назад

      Spot on Diego 👊🏼

    • @russeldyer7971
      @russeldyer7971 5 лет назад

      America only or from the Caribbean it will work for clothing line to

  • @shogunate2
    @shogunate2 5 лет назад +827

    Time to get off my ass and get to work on my brand I've been bullshitting with for over a decade. Thanks bro!

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад +45

      You Got This! WAKE UP AND WIN

    • @kingcash3887
      @kingcash3887 5 лет назад +5

      What if you DONT have a access to the machines

    • @kingcash3887
      @kingcash3887 5 лет назад +1

      Me tooo

    • @shogunate2
      @shogunate2 5 лет назад +9

      @@kingcash3887 all I've got is a heat press but never really had the funds however im moving fwd without that excuse

    • @nicholaswozniak3397
      @nicholaswozniak3397 5 лет назад +21

      Honestly... shit hits home 😂 I tell myself I’m working on it just slowly, but truly I’m scared to commit.

  • @NasirPremier904
    @NasirPremier904 5 лет назад +6

    This is probably the greatest video ever. Oh my god, you just elevated me and my company with this

  • @dresoose6598
    @dresoose6598 2 года назад

    God Bless These Guys hearts for sharing this vital information

  • @anaiyaalzanae
    @anaiyaalzanae 4 года назад

    Forget the negative comments, I am SO inspired and motivated now. I feel like I finally have some type of sense of direction for starting my clothing line. I’ve been trying to find somewhere to start for almost a year, and directly asking people got me nowhere. I had my notebook and laptop out the entire time watching this and I already feel like I am 10 steps ahead than before. Watched and learned so much FOR FREE! 😊

  • @nutzg7485
    @nutzg7485 4 года назад +7

    Always wanted to create my own clothing but had no idea how to go about it. Totally enjoyed the content of this video! Thank you for this!

  • @AP-el3hh
    @AP-el3hh 4 года назад +3

    This has made me realize that my vision is in reach. Thank you

  • @lopez100022554
    @lopez100022554 5 лет назад +14

    Great video! Sometimes the idea of starting your own business or clothing line in this case seems so impossible, but watching this video really makes you wanna get out there and give it a try at least. Thank you.

  • @GuguKheswa
    @GuguKheswa 4 года назад

    Literally the best guide HANDS DOWN!

  • @donutsluv100
    @donutsluv100 4 года назад

    MOST informative video on this topic I have EVER seen 10/10

  • @AmandaLoveSantos
    @AmandaLoveSantos 5 лет назад +4

    we're officially living in the future! 👏🏼 learned so much! excited to get started on some made-to-order merch

  • @osamaahmedjujara5447
    @osamaahmedjujara5447 5 лет назад +4

    Before watching any video i first see the comments section so that i can judge whether i gonna see it or leave.
    I think this video has worth it.
    I am comeback when i will watch it whether i am thinking right or not
    🙂

  • @Onesmo
    @Onesmo 5 лет назад +8

    Thanks a lot, man. I've been thinking of a side hustle, and this is exactly what I needed to get things in motion.

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад +2

      🙏🏽 keep me updated. Feel free to shoot me a DM on Instagram @johnxsantos

  • @justinmoore1194
    @justinmoore1194 4 года назад +1

    Thank you for the info. I was going to purchase a DTG and a embroidery machine before I launch my business. And you gave me a much better path. Back to the drawing board. Thanks again.

  • @lindakazsals8858
    @lindakazsals8858 4 года назад +1

    Great information. All this information is educational. Thank you.

  • @fortythiefs
    @fortythiefs 5 лет назад +12

    This is amazing John. I have been trying to set something like this up with manufacturers in another country and here it is in my own backyard. WOW

    • @didokinney9173
      @didokinney9173 3 года назад

      Have you tried the company? I just found this video I've been looking for something like this

  • @dwaipayan6790
    @dwaipayan6790 5 лет назад +120

    Talk more about the marketing man...it is the key to success for this kind of business models.
    Great video tho, especially the making process of the shirts.✌✌

  • @god563616
    @god563616 3 года назад +4

    This is absolutely INCREDIBLE. THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING. I FEEL A CALL TO DO A CLOTHING LINE BUT FELT OVERWHELMED ON HOW TO TO IT. THIS IS A GREAT START THANK YOU❤️

    • @Danstenthediva
      @Danstenthediva 3 года назад

      I'm in California. Where in LA can u connect with someone like this guy ?

  • @raulgolfs
    @raulgolfs 4 года назад +1

    Just started my first GOLF APPAREL BRAND! So pumped. Appreciate you guys! Documenting the journey

    • @Lykeamugg
      @Lykeamugg 2 года назад

      When did you trademark your brand?

  • @lillianarivera4620
    @lillianarivera4620 3 года назад

    I’m a struggling mom. And I’m trying to start a clothing time for toddlers. Thank you for posting this

  • @qa4979
    @qa4979 5 лет назад +928

    Corrected title: HOW TO CREATE YOUR OWN T-SHIRT BRAND

    • @tod3608
      @tod3608 5 лет назад +16

      Yeah because you actually need money

    • @firstofficial6918
      @firstofficial6918 5 лет назад +6

      They make a lot more then T-Shirts

    • @anamariawil1
      @anamariawil1 5 лет назад +6

      He mentioned sweatpants and headwear

    • @Rangi273
      @Rangi273 5 лет назад

      Too lat my man 21ksubs

    • @cann4162
      @cann4162 4 года назад +9

      No such thing as a free lunch.

  • @ViaaRoqq
    @ViaaRoqq 5 лет назад +28

    One of the best and informative videos on RUclips! Thank you for this content

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад +1

      Thank you so much! Our team worked hard on getting this out to you all. We’re also growing our community through the Academy. So if you need additional help or resources, check it out: bit.ly/GroundUp-Academy

    • @FUNKBOOGIE1
      @FUNKBOOGIE1 5 лет назад

      oooooo Via Vici ? is that you in your youtube picture ?

  • @yourbreathisnotpretty2806
    @yourbreathisnotpretty2806 3 года назад +390

    “Haters will say it can’t be done “
    My parents= Haters 😔

    • @adriankubicki3625
      @adriankubicki3625 3 года назад

      rel

    • @Liftr_tk
      @Liftr_tk 3 года назад +10

      Facts I told my mom and she basically said “yeah like you could do that”

    • @ojedadavisv8616
      @ojedadavisv8616 3 года назад +8

      It b like tht those are your first haters💯but remember are u gonna let the haters bring u down?

    • @loverneverend12
      @loverneverend12 3 года назад +13

      @@Liftr_tk Just remember those exact words when you start making her annual salary every 3 months

    • @Caughtinthecrossfires
      @Caughtinthecrossfires 3 года назад +2

      Same with taters, they keep tate'in.

  • @chrisgasmen7567
    @chrisgasmen7567 3 года назад +17

    Been wanting to start for a while now. Watched this vid and it definitely gave me the motivation to get going and finally start. Thank you

  • @JazzyO77
    @JazzyO77 5 лет назад +345

    As a fashion designer who went to design school and have 20 yrs of experience working in the garment district in LA, I must say this information is misleading to say the least. Don’t do a disservice to people and mentally set them up for failure by telling them this costs nothing. What you are preaching costs money and experience, and if you don’t have experience you have to pay someone who has experience to get the job done.
    -This is not a cut and sew clothing line but a pre-made t-shirt line, there’s a huge difference. I’m assuming you need to make samples in order to sell the t-shirts right? That costs money, especially if your t-shirt supplier has minimums which you can’t meet.
    -Who is creating your artwork? If you don’t have experience, you need a graphic artist whose has production experience. Mistakes can cost you lots of money and will put you out of business if you’re not mindful.
    -What about design? How would one know how to design a cohesive collection and stay relevant with the constant change of market trends?
    -What about costing and labor prices? You have to have competitive pricing in order to sell to the right demographic, or that’s the end of your business.
    -Shopify costs money also.
    I understand you’re outsourcing and using a production factory to keeping your overhead to a minimum, which is the best way to go.... but don’t mislead people into thinking it doesn’t cost money. It costs money, lots of it sometimes...and if you have no experience you will get hoodwinked like a sucka! The fashion industry is a very dirty and cut throat industry to work in, and most people don’t survive.

    • @alistory518
      @alistory518 5 лет назад +17

      true but this is pretty small investment if you are basically talented in art design I really enjoyed all the information

    • @ItsAscariJay
      @ItsAscariJay 5 лет назад +4

      Jasmine Oganesyan what’s your contact information

    • @JazzyO77
      @JazzyO77 5 лет назад +15

      @@alistory518 It depends on what you consider a small investment. The title clearly states "How To Start A Clothing Line With $0 Dollars", not "How To Start A Clothing Line With A Pretty Small Investment" and you're an artist because of your God given talent. Keep in mind that "most" creatives are shitty sales people that can't sell water to a whale. There are exceptions to the game in everything in life, and I never said he didn't give valuable nuggets of info, if you're a rookie. I wish you much luck and success in your endeavors. Cheers!

    • @JazzyO77
      @JazzyO77 5 лет назад +12

      iTyki So speaking facts is discouraging people these days huh... Good for you and your accomplishments, keep doing what you’re doing...

    • @mxiivnate2704
      @mxiivnate2704 5 лет назад

      Jasmine Oganesyan you seem to know what you are doing can I contact you on insta because I want someone that knows what they’re doing thx

  • @noflippinclothing6445
    @noflippinclothing6445 5 лет назад +7

    I like it. I heard about drop shipping and I have idea about this. But this video is very detailed thanks john for this video.

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад +1

      Thank you for watching my friend. Appreciate the support! Make sure you checkout the notes below the video for additional resources and information. 🙏🏽

  • @jackinralph1
    @jackinralph1 2 года назад

    I started with DTG John is right I took preorders which gave me money upfront. BIG KEY PLEASE DO NOT SPEND THE PREORDER MONEY. Sounds logical but I have seen people spend some of the money and didnt pay to get all the shirts that were preordered made. Do your homework see what the DTG company charges for the type of shirt you want to use and now take that figure and subtract it from whatever your retail price is for your shirt design the difference left is what profit is. John is 1000% spot on with this video and DTG print to order is a great way to start. Always order yourself a sample so you can quality check it. REMEBER your customer think this is coing from you so you want to make sure that its a good shirt. Once you are comfortable you dont have to do that anymore Other advise : Treat it like a business meaning do the accounting stay organized and never share your resources or who, how much and how your goods are made with your customers. Give realistic turnarounds. You have to set a real expectation of when they might receive it after they order. If your DTG service provider says it takes 7 days then tell your customer please allow 7-10 business days for processing and shipping. Do not say days say "business days". Next, sell outside of your friends and family. 99.99% of all of my customers are strangers and that's great. Do not go into this expecting your friends to support you just because they are friends because you will get your feelings hurt. If friends and family purchase great if they dont also great use that as motivation. Last thing give EXCELLENT customer service. If there is an issue like the provider tells you there is gonna be a delay. Immediately let your customer know that the shirts I use are on backorder and it may be a few extra days. Apologize and maybe give a percentage off on the next shirt. John great video but I want you to give an example of what the cost was to have the shirt made along with what you planned to retail it for so the viewers can get an idea of what "profit looks" like

  • @thomasjackson7785
    @thomasjackson7785 3 года назад +21

    Many thanks John, taking the time to break it down step by step. I had thought of screen printing, but the way you have walked us all through this process is far easier than going at it alone! 👍 I will put time into watching a video or re-watching it a few times with pen and paper in hand to get it all committed to memory. Prior to my workout goals.

    • @ashishdas493
      @ashishdas493 2 года назад

      Hey, Hope you got started with you plans. I was just at your place thinking things to move brick by brick a year back. These guys do help indeed with such plans. Check for imprintnext

  • @sunarasyndiel9103
    @sunarasyndiel9103 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for this video second time watching as am going over the information will difintely be doing the master class soon .

  • @tiktoksforthelord1188
    @tiktoksforthelord1188 3 года назад +1

    To all of you who are asking about the equipment, your first gonna design your products, upload them to the internet and they're gonna make them and ship them for you , once you have sell enough of your brand you have enough money you can buy the equipment and make them yourself

  • @amayss
    @amayss 5 лет назад +7

    AWESOME video it seems so scary when you don't know where to start, this video just made my process much smoother. Thanks so much for creating video you rock!

  • @airfryerdeluxe5543
    @airfryerdeluxe5543 5 лет назад +1088

    So all in all, you still need some money to start IMO.

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад +118

      Like I said, you could start with close to $0 but yes you will need some funding to grow.

    • @evanantonola4935
      @evanantonola4935 5 лет назад +55

      You need to have friends who have the supply. :)

    • @fromnothingalegend
      @fromnothingalegend 5 лет назад +93

      Based on this vid and the explanation. You would need less than $100 to start, so as far as business, it's as close to $0 as you can get. What's going to cost? The shopify subscription is about $30 monthly and may get discount as a first time subscriber. The designs and quotes will cost, you can get that done on Fiverr for $5 and they got packages. Then you have to market your store on Facebook ads etc.

    • @maxwellswanson9657
      @maxwellswanson9657 5 лет назад +8

      Ive been looking for someone making EMF Resistant Clothing Out Of More Durable, Non Silver Fiber Fabrics.

    • @airfryerdeluxe5543
      @airfryerdeluxe5543 5 лет назад +48

      @@fromnothingalegend I don't mind the video and concept, just the title is misleading. Should be more like, "Start your clothing line for under $100."
      But I get it, need the clicks/views.

  • @mafiaxprincess
    @mafiaxprincess 5 лет назад +8

    Releasing collections of 3-5 pieces every month is great advice!

  • @ABCDEFJHIJK-k4u
    @ABCDEFJHIJK-k4u 3 года назад

    I actually had a little money to spend yesterday so I went to the dollar tree and they had some really good quality caps as soon as I’m done with me website I’m gonna do an embroidery design on the hats I’m also gonna stitch up some mask with some fabric I’m gonna order off eBay that will cost me 5 dollars you don’t need a lot of money to start a clothing company just start small and work your way up the bigger things GREAT VIDEO THIS REALLY MOTIVATED ME

  • @papimauri6172
    @papimauri6172 5 лет назад +12

    This needs a million likes

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад

      Papi Mauri appreciate you for helping us get it there!

  • @zayedhosseini8022
    @zayedhosseini8022 5 лет назад +6

    thanks you so much, I was looking to start my own merch and you made it possible

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад +1

      el bandz thank you for watching. Keep me updated!

  • @emilygruber9825
    @emilygruber9825 5 лет назад +7

    John is the best!! Very knowledgeable and honest. Love the video! - Shout out from your team at Apliiq!

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад

      Thank you guys. Keep up the amazing work you are doing. 🙏🏽

    • @theSciFiHi
      @theSciFiHi 5 лет назад

      Hey Emily! It's great to see how far Apliiq has come! I'm working on a line as we speak and I plan on using Apliiq for it. Thanks for sharing this video.

  • @DarnellHorton-ze7yh
    @DarnellHorton-ze7yh 4 года назад +1

    Crazy MAAD Thanks Brother!!! WORD

  • @Violetsurfer
    @Violetsurfer 3 года назад

    Photoshop and illustrator are the goats for real 👌💯💯

  • @jamesjeff4952
    @jamesjeff4952 4 года назад +6

    During these times. This is 💎 🙏🏽

  • @bandonl5031
    @bandonl5031 4 года назад +7

    STARTING MY OWN BRAND AND WILL BE STARTING WITH YOU GUYS AS SOON AS I HAVE THE DESIGN! lets goo

    • @jolonsutherland5265
      @jolonsutherland5265 3 года назад +1

      did it ever work out

    • @ThetopG_Striker
      @ThetopG_Striker 3 года назад

      @@jolonsutherland5265 Yes i want to know that also haha, I'm doubting to start soon also with partners.

  • @freddygarcia4839
    @freddygarcia4839 5 лет назад +20

    Thanks for this video!! The video went over some important stuff that I will definitely be considering for my idea. Also can you make a video on how returns/exchanges and refunds is handled. That would be super helpful. Thanks again!👌

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад +3

      Will do!

    • @freddygarcia4839
      @freddygarcia4839 5 лет назад

      @@johnxsantos Alright thanks I look forward to watching new videos. You and your team are making great content keep it up!!

  • @octaviomora9810
    @octaviomora9810 4 года назад

    This video is gold

  • @2011theberg
    @2011theberg 4 года назад

    I went to high school with your wife. And follow her on social media. Its is so cool looking up stuff and seeing you on the second video on RUclips. Y’all are showing that anything can be done.

  • @kcd8973
    @kcd8973 3 года назад +3

    I don't want to start a clothing line, I just want to design my own clothes that I wear. Everyone always asks me who I'm wearing, and I never know. It would be cool to say, my own!

  • @sethzondag9645
    @sethzondag9645 4 года назад +5

    Great video! Well produced with likable personalities. It looks like you guys have your stuff together. Looking into getting my clothing line going.

    • @TheDomLouis
      @TheDomLouis 2 года назад

      Did you follow this advice and did the brand take off??

  • @SurgzSeattleEvents
    @SurgzSeattleEvents 5 лет назад +9

    So happy I ran across this! It is literally everything I need 🙏🏼🦄💞

  • @Will-jv3jh
    @Will-jv3jh 4 года назад

    Rarely comment on youtube videos, but this one is too good not to. Good shit bro! Glad i clicked this link.

  • @joshcuff3575
    @joshcuff3575 2 года назад +2

    Nice explanation. I can't wait to start my shirt business one day, and I would love to make different types of flannels first and make them not cliche.

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  2 года назад

      You can do it! If you need assistance and a community to back you. Checkout our From The Ground Up Academy: bit.ly/GroundUp-Academy

    • @afnanapparelltd8001
      @afnanapparelltd8001 2 года назад

      My name is Ariful Islam I live in Chittagong city of Bangladesh. I have my own garment factory.. My factory name is SI Fashion. All kinds of cloths are produced in my factory. Bangladesh cloths are famous all over the world. We produce good quality cloths, my factory area is 5000 square feet.. We have 120 workers in the factory. All kinds of cloths are produced in my factory, if you want yours. I can help business if you want to know more details contact me

  • @michael161163
    @michael161163 5 лет назад +9

    Mr. Snatos I like what I hear, I get the feeling that you are for real. I need to go to my quiet place to think about what you have said. Thanks

  • @andrew71017
    @andrew71017 4 года назад +3

    This is a life goal for me tbh, I’d really love to start my own clothing brand because I’m crazy about it

    • @ashishdas493
      @ashishdas493 2 года назад

      Hey. Hope you dreams run into action. You can take a look at imprintnext :)
      Thank me later

  • @joseantoniodonato42
    @joseantoniodonato42 5 лет назад +36

    That’s great at the same time you could have it printed on the shirt as well on the outside and avoid the label anyone could cut off the label

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад +6

      Yes, the printed label is just to provide a quick example of how one could go about giving there brand a cut n' sew feel. Woven labels are are a better alternative to give that feel.

    • @CradleEpiscopalian56
      @CradleEpiscopalian56 3 года назад

      Craft retailers sell wash proof inks, just mail order your brand and size stamps. Done!

  • @stephenstretchrrodney5918
    @stephenstretchrrodney5918 3 года назад

    Thank you John, I am ready.

  • @frankdatankdegen9553
    @frankdatankdegen9553 2 года назад

    you dont talk about making a trademark for your clothing company. great video

  • @DIVMONDTV
    @DIVMONDTV 5 лет назад +4

    Dude I haven’t tried this out yet. In the process but I want to let you know your such and amazing person for trying to help people come out of the 9-5 work and become their own boss and help people who don’t earn much to be able to be given this opportunity. Thank you.

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад +1

      🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 really appreciate you for leaving this comment. Whatever I can do to help make the journey into business ownership easier for people is what I take on. Thank you for watching and for subscribing. 🙏🏽

    • @DIVMONDTV
      @DIVMONDTV 5 лет назад

      Thank you so much Ive downloaded everything just need to come up with my design and test this out!

  • @growthrulove
    @growthrulove 4 года назад +4

    Thanks so much for this video, you've given me an endless amount of information to really think about from this video.

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  4 года назад +1

      Thank you. Checkout the latest videos for more details and interviews on how to help grow 🙌🏽

  • @vallejopnw
    @vallejopnw 4 года назад +5

    I started out wanting to rap. Two years later, made my first T and they sold like hotcakes. Now I'm also selling studio time, video work, mixing and mastering.
    Now I want it all. Good luck to you guys smart enough to know you're not smart enough just yet.

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  4 года назад +1

      🙏🏽

    • @Saggie-dz7pi
      @Saggie-dz7pi 4 года назад

      That's how I felt too. Have amazing lyrics but got an idea for my clothing brand. Now going to get started using this information. Anything is possible!! Blessings and continued success brother.

  • @nnataliered
    @nnataliered 3 года назад

    this video is so helpful! thank you :)

  • @DenisAshton
    @DenisAshton Год назад

    Great video! I also personally feel that brand values are #1 when starting out. Like Integrity, for example 🔥 😄

  • @Ra1276
    @Ra1276 5 лет назад +5

    Loads of information appreciate it

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад

      Appreciate you for watching bro. 🙏🏽

  • @emmanuelbadajos924
    @emmanuelbadajos924 5 лет назад +22

    The problem with that platform John is, you can't control the quality ! I've tried Print on Demand with Printful and Printify, they all did not meet my quality, nor anyone else's that saw the sample shirts I ordered. You know what Print on Demand does, it ruins well thought out brand names. I would rather print the shirts at my local screen printer, because they know I won't accept the shirt if it's not right. Printify's excuse was we print over 15k shirts everyday. No wonder there is no quality ! I will check out Apliiq, but I don't have my hopes up. Because when you let someone fulfill your products, they don't look at the quality much, all they care about is the volume of orders. I have had Printful resend the same shirt 4 times, and they still didn't meet my standard, after 4 washes, the print is already flaking. And I have been a subscriber to your channel.

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад +4

      chaison badajos I completely understand that as well! With volume a lot of places tend to skimp on quality. But what I found super interesting was the fact that all the workers there were artists, and cared about the craft. I plugged our new products into the platform, use code: RUclips at checkout if you’d like to see how they come out and get shipped to your door: bit.ly/Revive-BrandCo

    • @emmanuelbadajos924
      @emmanuelbadajos924 5 лет назад +7

      @@johnxsantos thank you for the code, but I think I will pass, $34 USD for a shirt, wow ! I was having trouble marketing my tshirts at $35 CAD. I guess the moral of my story is I'll stick to what I know works for me, start modest while I build my brand, I know that every shirt that goes out, has been folded and inspected by me. So if my brand fails it's on me and I can't blame the fulfillment centers. Maybe I will visit those guys you talked about Omniprint dtg if my budget gets up there. As always thank you for the video and the value it brings to our industry.

    • @19kickboxer68
      @19kickboxer68 5 лет назад +4

      The main problem with POD is the cost. The quality can be widely variable. I have my own DTG printer and am fully aware of the costs. It is far more expensive to run my printer per print, which is a DTG M2 so not exactly a poor quality cheap piece of kit, than it is a Kornit which the POD companies use. The Kornit printers are much faster and house the pre treatment process internally. They do however have a significant investment in initial cost. BUT the cost to print one shirt is less than $1.5 plus the cost of the shirt and that includes the overheads. In the UK the cheapest POD is about £6 + vat a print plus the cost of the shirt which means by the time its posted etc you are laying out around £12 - £15 per shirt. For a start up brand that is tough when you consider what you can retail for. If you look at the price of established brands in the shops they are selling Ts for about £15 - £20. Not much of a mark up. Also if you think of retailing through small boutiques they will want at least a 50% markup. If you think you are going to be selling shirts at £/$30 then take a deep breath. T shirt design that sells is not so much about having fantastic graphics but more about the image surrounding the brand. Not saying it isn't possible as people claim to be making money with Shopify and other platforms but I doubt its the norm. If you run a normal DTG printer ( not a Kornit ) then the process itself is not the best for retail garments as the heat press leaves a shiny box around the print. It is possible to remove it but once again it is more time and cost. Please do your research before jumping in. It may not cost you a lot of money to start but its the time you lose thats the killer.

    • @emmanuelbadajos924
      @emmanuelbadajos924 5 лет назад

      @@19kickboxer68 like I said no to POD, though enticing, not worth it for the image and reputation of your private label.

    • @IanGruber81
      @IanGruber81 5 лет назад +6

      It's a completely valid concern, and no one can ever knock creating your own products or wanting to be extremely hands on in the production of your products to ensure quality.
      Anyone that tells you a print on demand company never makes a mistake or has a quality issue is lying to you, but you know what? The same goes for your local screen printing shop.
      The key thing to focus on is whether the partner you pick is willing to make it right for the customer when mistakes do happen and take steps to ensure quality is on point in a process of continual process improvement. We have found that creating one sample is always best, it let's the brand owner see and feel the quality for themselves or take any corrective action needed BEFORE products go to customers (this is one of the key quality advantages over the local print shop, who will want you to hit the MOQ for each job).
      What makes Apliiq different than most POD services is offering the elements that other POD and most local print shops don't do; relabeling and sewing in woven labels to produce a higher quality product from the get go.
      What anyone will find as a clothing line scales is you can't check every product or package yourself and you will need to find employees or partners that you can trust. There is no escaping it if you want it to grow.
      If you want to keep it your brand small, it's fine to do it all yourself (see the first line of this reply).

  • @godlysovereign3414
    @godlysovereign3414 5 лет назад +19

    what about if you dont want a plain t-shirt but you want the t-shirt to have a custom cut?

  • @carolynmagleby9137
    @carolynmagleby9137 4 года назад +1

    This is sooo helpful. Loved the video. Well done.

  • @VictorOmark
    @VictorOmark 4 года назад +1

    Very good information. Thank you so much for sharing. Awesome

  • @Monika-tv8np
    @Monika-tv8np 3 года назад +37

    Start your clothing line with $0 down just buy a course at the end of this video 😂

    • @god563616
      @god563616 3 года назад

      Stop being bitter and get work done

  • @humayoonkhan2797
    @humayoonkhan2797 5 лет назад +4

    This is one of the best videos I have watched on any subject online. I have been thinking about starting my own clothing brand for a few months now. And this video fills-in the knowledge gaps I had. It helped me form the complete idea in my head and prepared me for the next steps.
    Question: Are there any consultants or pros who can help me with the prep work, such as finalizing the product design, logo, shopify setup and the manufacturer in LA who will do the fulfillment. I have everything planned in my head and have the idea and some design work for the products. Also setting up the social media pages etc.
    Due to some obligations relating to work and personal, it's taking me too long to start up.
    Thanks

    • @dailylife4595
      @dailylife4595 3 года назад

      Dear Sir I can help you by sourcing germents from Bangladesh

    • @humayoonkhan2797
      @humayoonkhan2797 3 года назад +1

      @@dailylife4595 email address plz

  • @aminakassim7741
    @aminakassim7741 5 лет назад +83

    John I believe God sent me to this channel ... May God continue bless you & the business... Ameen

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад +4

      Thank you my friend. God Bless you too! 🙌🏽

    • @abdellatifmouslih7807
      @abdellatifmouslih7807 5 лет назад

      Hello AMINA KASSIM could u send me ur email or FB or wtsp in order to discuss about this

    • @NYCStateofMind7
      @NYCStateofMind7 5 лет назад

      Salam and hello everyone, I'm planning on starting a fashion line too, I'm in NYC, maybe we could organize a meet-up and talk about all that if you folks are interested.

    • @Ashleniho
      @Ashleniho 5 лет назад

      I feel the exact same way. John Santos, you're a Legend, thank you for sharing all this information, I feel like you have just bridged the GAP with all those GEMS.

    • @lamontalexander3301
      @lamontalexander3301 5 лет назад

      @@NYCStateofMind7 where in nyc are you?

  • @ericaquino4690
    @ericaquino4690 3 года назад +2

    Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I was looking to start a clothing line and you just opened up the possibilities for me.

  • @neanderhathal653
    @neanderhathal653 4 года назад

    Reading the comments before watching the video saves a lot of time. Never fall for the title and always read the comments first like I do ;)

  • @OscarsPlaces
    @OscarsPlaces 5 лет назад +4

    Thank you John.

    • @johnxsantos
      @johnxsantos  5 лет назад +1

      You’re welcome my man! Appreciate the follow and share to get this out to others.

  • @insideinfo1556
    @insideinfo1556 5 лет назад +5

    nice video again bro

  • @allergictohumansnotanimals5671
    @allergictohumansnotanimals5671 4 года назад +4

    If ya'll are struggling financially and still wanna make a brand, you can start by doing pod. It costs 0 dollars and has good results if you find a niche and market on social media well.

    • @SI10379
      @SI10379 4 года назад +2

      Whats pod

    • @lxrdchina
      @lxrdchina 4 года назад

      what’s pod?

  • @loveme2oo
    @loveme2oo 3 года назад

    This is a great video. I love all the content

  • @matthewrangel6701
    @matthewrangel6701 3 года назад

    this video has a TON of value

  • @stephenofosu5148
    @stephenofosu5148 4 года назад +5

    I'm jumping to the rest of your free training asap