Have you been wondering how to grow your blog with printables, and why you should?
Printables are inexpensive and simple to create, and are a perfect addition to your blog. You can increase your pageviews, grow your e-mail subscriber list, and make money with them.
The key is to think about a problem your readers have, and offer a solution with a printable.
Creating a printable that solves a problem for your audience is a great way to:
- Reach new audiences
- Generate Leads
- Increase Engagement
- Gain new e-mail subscribers
- Monetize your Blog
As you can see, there are several compelling reasons to create printables for your blog or business.
Next, we’ll dive into the details of how to use printables to grow your blog.
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What are Printables?
Printables are digital or paper-based documents that offer helpful information or guidance on specific topics. They can range from simple worksheets and checklists to more complex tutorials.
When creating your own printable for your blog, be sure it aligns with the overall message and theme of your blog. Additionally, make sure it will be useful for readers who come across it.
Some examples of types printables are:
- Planners
- Checklists
- Coloring Pages
- Trackers
- Calendars
- Bookmarks
- eBooks
- Guides
Why Should You Learn How to Create Printables?
Printables are an increasingly popular way to grow your blog in a meaningful and impactful way. They allow you to provide engaging, useful content that can help your readers while also helping to promote your brand. Learning how to create printables is a great way to ensure that your blog stands out from the competition.
If you are looking to drive traffic and grow your audience, creating free printables is one of the best strategies. They provide a low-cost option for adding value to followers by giving them something tangible they can use in their everyday life.
Plus, once you create the initial document it can be downloaded multiple times – no need for extra work each time someone downloads it! Printables also enable you to capture email addresses from those who download them which is great for building your subscriber list.
You can use printables to monetize your blog by adding them to a shop. This strategy is nice because it is relatively passive once everything is set up.
How to Grow Your Blog with Printables
Let’s get into the details of how you can use printables to grow your blog. Whether you are selling them or offering them as a free download, this helpful content can attract readers and boost your blog’s reach. Here’s how to get started growing your blog with printables:
Types of Printables
➡️First, decide what problem your printable will help your readers solve.
➡️Then, decide what type of content would be most helpful for your intended audience. From checklists, planners, calendars, or other resources – think about what will give them the most value while also helping them reach their goals.
For example, my first blog was a lifestyle blog with a target audience of moms. One thing we always struggle with in our home is keeping the clutter under control. This is a problem I know my readers also faced. So I created a Decluttering Quick Start Guide that included Instructions for Decluttering, and a Checklist to be used for each room in their home. Then I wrote an article about decluttering, and offered this guide as a solution to the problem.
➡️Once you have chosen the type of printable you want to create, design it using software such as Canva, Microsoft Word or Google Docs.
➡️You can save a lot of time in creating the printable by starting with a template. There are free templates available in Canva (Hot Tip: Check the Terms of Use and License in Canva. You don’t want to unknowingly violate any rules).
➡️There are also many quality providers that give free sample templates, sell templates in their shops, and offer membership options. Here is a list of reputable providers to get you started.
Grow Your Pageviews
As a blogger, you understand that increasing pageviews is an essential part of creating and maintaining a successful blog. One way to do this is by delivering content that readers find helpful or entertaining. Printables provide a great way to give your readers something extra special while also driving up pageviews on your blog
Here’s how you can use printables to grow your pageviews:
➡️Start by thinking about what problem your readers have, and how you can help them solve it with a printable.
For example, my first blog was a lifestyle blog geared towards moms. A problem my own family had was what to buy for the name you drew for Secret Santa. I created a cute worksheet called “Hints for my Secret Santa”. Then I wrote a blog post with several different ways to do a Secret Santa Gift Exchange, and included the Secret Santa worksheet I created. It was a hit, and that blog post still gets lot of traffic around Christmas.
➡️Think about about the type of content your readers are looking for. Are they looking for organizational tools? Motivational quotes? Worksheets? Decide what type of printable would appeal to your readers and solve a problem.
➡️Once you’ve identified what kind of printable would be useful to them, create something unique and attractive in keeping with the look and feel of your website.
➡️Write a blog post about the problem your printable is solving, and include the printable for your readers to download.
➡️ Don’t forget to share it on social media such as Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Pinterest, Twitter, or TikTok. You will want to get the printable in front of the right people, increasing the chance they will be curious enough to click through to your blog post.
Grow Your E-Mail List
Creating and using printables is an effective way to grow your blog’s email list. Printables can draw people in, attract their attention and get them interested in what you have to offer.
Here are some tips on how to use printables as part of an effective email list building strategy:
1. Decide which type of printable will best suit your target audience. Think about what kind of content they’re looking for – could it be checklists, planners, or worksheets? Make sure the printable matches the topics you normally discuss on your blog so that people feel comfortable connecting with you.
2. Ensure the final design looks professional so it appears attractive when shared on social media sites.
3. Create eye-catching visuals to go along with your printables. People will be more likely to interact with something if it looks appealing and inviting. Use colors and graphic elements that match the branding of your blog so that people recognize it quickly.
4. Create a landing page where users can access the printable in exchange for their email address.
5. Include an Opt-In Form on your website and in the blog post. Include opt-in forms sprinkled throughout your blog post. This will give your readers ample opportunities to easily get your free printable.
For example, my audience is interested in growing their e-mail lists and monetizing with printables. The problem is they may not have the time or skills to create printables from scratch. I can help solve that problem with my Product Creation Starter Kit. They can get this resource for free by signing up for my e-mail list. It is an awesome resource to get products created quickly whether they already know how to do this, or are not tech savvy and just starting out.
Make Money with Printables
You can use printables to grow your bank account. Create content that people are willing to pay for and use it to grow your blog. It should be actionable and proven to get them a desired result.
6 Steps to decide what printable to sell, and how:
- Identify Your Niche
- Research the Marketplace
- Create Quality Printable Products that Solve a Specific Problem
- Price Competitively
- Market and Promote your Products
- Leverage Social Media Platforms
Where to sell your printable:
- Etsy
- Online Marketplaces such as Teachers pay Teachers and Creative Fabrica
- Through Your Website
- Joining an Affiliate Program for Printables
- Online Storefronts such as Payhip, Shopify, or Gumroad
- Buy/Sell Facebook Groups for Bloggers such as VA for Hire
- Your E-Mail List
- To the followers on your blog’s social media accounts
For example, I decided to start Cool Breeze Printables to help bloggers and small business owners save time and money creating printable products. I do this by selling Canva Templates they can use to create printables to sell or use as an opt-in freebie for their readers.
My Templates are listed on Etsy, and those bring in an income stream for Cool Breeze Printables.
Need some Help Creating Printables?
There are many resources out there to help you create products. Here are some next steps to help you get started:
➡️Check out this article from Start a Mom Blog (it’s full of good information from a trusted source).
➡️You should definitely grab this Product Creation Starter Kit. It will be free for a limited time, and it will help you get products created fast even if you are just starting out.
➡️Check out this post for a list of quality providers of templates.
➡️You can get a lot of free information by simply searching Google for answers to your questions, or checking YouTube for tutorials on Canva, Powerpoint, and more.
Conclusion: Grow Your Blog with Printables
In conclusion, printables are a great way to grow your blog and make money. They can help you increase page views and build an email list.
With some creativity and the right tools, you can create amazing printables for your audience.
If you need more help creating printables, there are plenty of resources available to help guide you along the way. So don’t wait any longer – start creating printables today and watch your blog grow!