Print on Demand, Dropshipping

Hi everyone,

we’re currently evaluating Print on Demand (POD) with Shopify, mainly for T-shirts and apparel, and I’d love to hear some real-world experiences.

Our focus is on the EU / German market, so a few points are especially important for us:
– reliable fulfillment & shipping times within Europe
– product quality (especially textiles)
– handling of returns for personalized products
– stable Shopify integrations (apps vs. API solutions)

We’re less interested in “get rich quick” POD setups and more in long-term, sustainable operations.

If you’re running POD stores in Europe or Germany, what worked well for you – and what would you avoid today?

Thanks in advance for any insights!