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What do decorators need to know before offering rhinestones to customers?
Rhinestones are a great way to achieve a high perceived value. When utilizing rhinestones, having a variety of stock rhinestone…
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What factors can help a retailer decide on product pricing?
You cannot use a multiplier for determining your price unless you know exactly how much it costs you to do…
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What are fiber lasers ideal for?
The fiber laser has an output that can create high-contrast engraving on bare metal and certain plastic types. While ideal…
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What should I keep in mind when decorating round objects with heat-applied graphics?
With all heat application, the most important considerations are time, temperature, and pressure. To get the right pressure, a smooth…
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How to Equip Your Front Line
The people that make up your front line — whether they are your embroiderers, customer service reps, or part-time staffers…
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Why should I sell glass and crystal awards?
Crystal products have a high perceived value that people see and associate with. It’s a good thing to be associated with.…
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What simple adjustments can I make to a design to save time engraving?
By understanding that your laser designs and layouts not only affect the appearance but also the processing time, you may…
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Aside from price, what other variables can be adjusted when negotiating with a customer?
Many inexperienced negotiators think that the price is the only variable that can be adjusted. That is furthest from the…
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How can shops find products that are made in America?
A United States Non-Governmental Organization called CERTIFIED Inc. is the certification source for “Made in the USA” or “Product of…
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Why should decorators learn how to sandcarve photos?
Photo etching can open up a new high-end market for you in many different types of custom gift products. These…
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What CNC router applications/substrates are best for a beginner?
Operating a CNC machine is relatively simple once you get the basics down. Whether you are cutting acrylic, aluminum, wood,…
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What laser settings are recommended for marking metal?
Different metals require different settings. Certain metals are consistent; for example, stainless-steel is consistent. In general, once you have optimized…
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What items do shops need to offer their sportswear clientele?
The time-tested Ts and hoodies are the go-to for any sports team, but you do have to know your team.…
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In what instances are keyboard shortcuts not useful in CorelDRAW?
To create a new document, it is more expedient to press the New icon on the task bar than the…
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How can I increase the value of a sublimated item?
Adding value to your substrates is an interesting concept. For instance, you can increase the value of a 4″ X…
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What are some ways to produce stand-out designs with a laser?
The best way to create memorable designs is to become as proficient as possible with your graphic design software. Most…
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