Nov '25 • Digital Marketing Creations
Super Simple Side Hustles (Before the Holidays)
With Christmas just around the corner, I wanted to share a SUPER simple side hustle that can make you serious money before the holidays. I'm talking about creating and selling niche-specific digital holiday cards using AI tools you probably already have access to!
The best part? No design experience needed. Just AI (ChatGPT or Gemini) + Canva = 💰
💡 WHY THIS WORKS RIGHT NOW
Holiday cards are in HIGH demand (October-December)
People are searching for SPECIFIC niches (nurse cards, dog mom cards, teacher cards, etc.)
Digital products = no inventory, no shipping, pure profit
Low competition in specific niches
You can create 5+ designs in a weekend
DON'T create: Generic "Merry Christmas" cards
DO create: Hyper-specific cards for targeted audiences.
Hot Niches for 2025:
Profession-based: Nurses, teachers, real estate agents, hair stylists, dentists, therapists, firefighters
Hobby-based: Knitters, book lovers, gardeners, gamers, hikers, crafters
Pet owners: Dog moms, cat dads, horse owners, chicken keepers (yes, really!)
Family types: Blended families, adoptive families, rainbow families, military families
Lifestyle: Sober/recovery community, fitness enthusiasts, plant parents, coffee addicts
Funny/Sarcastic: Introverts, true crime fans, wine lovers, hot mess moms
STEP 1: Research Your Niche (15 minutes)
Go to Etsy and search:
"nurse Christmas card"
"dog mom holiday card"
"teacher Christmas card"
Look for:
Cards with 100+ reviews (proven demand)
Price points ($3-8 for digital, $5-12 for physical, or bundles $18-23)
What's selling but looks generic (you can do better!)
Pro tip: Use EtsyHunt or eRank (free versions) to see search volume
STEP 2: Generate Your Card Design with AI
Use ChatGPT + DALL-E or Gemini
Let me know in the comments if ya'll want some prompt examples
Generate 3-4 variations with different styles:
Watercolor elegant
Modern minimalist
Vintage retro
Fun and colorful
STEP 3: Add Text in Canva (10 minutes per card)
Open Canva → Custom size: 5x7 inches (1500 x 2100 pixels)
Upload your AI-generated image as background
Add your text:
Create 2 versions:
Blank inside (customers add their own message)
Pre-written message (ready to print)
STEP 4: List on Etsy (30 minutes per listing)
Use Mock-ups
Show your cards on desks, in envelopes, being held
Makes them look more "real" and professional
Use Printify for Physical Cards (ZERO Work!)
Etsy and Printify connect to each other where Printify automatically handles the printing, packaging, and shipping once a customer places an order.
Printify Card Options:
Greeting Cards - 5x7, glossy or matte finish
Folded Cards - Premium card stock
Postcards - 4x6 size
Card Sets - Bundle of 10 cards
Why physical cards sell better:
People WANT convenience (no printing hassle)
Perceived higher value = better gift
Better margins for you
🎨 NICHE IDEAS TO GET YOU STARTED
Here are 20 specific niches with example card concepts:
Kindergarten Teacher - Crayons and holly
Veterinarian - Stethoscope with paw prints
Hair Stylist - Scissors wrapped in garland
Real Estate Agent - House with Christmas lights
Postal Worker - Mailbox with snow
Librarian - Books with ornaments
Chef - Whisk with holly berries
Yoga Instructor - Yoga pose with Christmas lights
Golden Retriever Mom - Golden in Santa hat
Cat Dad - Grumpy cat in Christmas sweater
Plant Parent - Monstera with ornaments
Bookworm - Stack of books with cocoa
Coffee Addict - Latte art with snowflakes
Wine Lover - Wine glass with holly
Knitter - Yarn and needles with lights
Runner - Running shoes with jingle bells
Gamer - Controller with Christmas lights
Baker - Whisk and holly berries
Photographer - Camera with ornaments
New Mom - Baby booties with snowflakes
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Super Simple Side Hustles (Before the Holidays)
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