Starting a Decoration Business in 2024: Essential Tools Pt. 1

In the second part of our series on starting a decoration business in 2024, hosts Terry and Aaron dive into the crucial topic of equipment selection. Drawing from their extensive experience in the industry, they offer valuable insights and practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to invest in the right tools for success. From screen printing and embroidery to DTG/DTF and sublimation, they explore the latest advancements and considerations in each decoration method. Join us as we discuss key factors to consider when choosing equipment, including budget, scalability, and technological advancements. Whether you're launching a new venture or looking to upgrade your existing setup, this episode provides essential guidance for navigating the ever-evolving landscape of decoration business equipment. Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants, lectures, or selling. 2 Regular Guys was not created for our employers but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened-to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will improve your business and our industry. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list, and you’ll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews, and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening! Ready to have clarity and confidence in your business? Attend FUNdamentals Live on June 7th and 8th in O'Fallon, MO. News If you have anything newsworthy you would like us to share, please email details to [e-mail]. Use the subject line “Weekly News.” https://youtu.be/UjwyWdp12IM Dad Joke Terry: The doctor said, do you want to hear the good news or the bad news? Aaron: "Good news please." "We're naming a disease after you." Essential Tools - Analog Aaron: Erich’s from last week: Make use of the many services that offer decoration options that let you ‘ease in’ to other decoration methods - for embroiderers, that might mean digging into and making client inroads for printing through transfer houses before bringing print in-house. Screen Printing - Terry I have a recommended list of things to buy at TerryCombs.com I bought a 4 color press, and today would be a 6 color  I would have purchased 4-5 different screen mesh counts, rather than trust the equipment sales rep with “All you need are 110 mesh screens.” I would have bought a tension meter sooner Today, I would buy a dryer built to grow with… ideally with more potential throughput than I need I would have a short-run option. Probably a DTG printer since I can do both DTG and DTF and not have to run it daily (depending on the machine I select) Embroidery - Erich Brand Name vs. Support / TCoO Tune abilities to clientele / offerings and throughput.  Don’t skimp on simple tools Tools at all stations Trimmers Non-decoration equipment / tools Hooping Station Garment Steamer Job/Shop Management Software CRM Marketing Ecommerce Expansion Heat Press Simple Cutter The Secret Sauce We serve up bite-sized tips for our #regulators to instantly spice up their decorated apparel business. Just like the perfect wing sauce, these quick tips can transform your business experience, adding flavor and depth to your operations. Each video in this playlist is a nugget of wisdom, carefully selected for its potential to bring immediate value to your work. So, whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started in the decorated apparel industry, dip into our 'Secret Sauce' for insights that can help you soar. Remember, the right tip at the right time can be just the secret ingredient you need for success. https://youtu.be/gcL5IxbEp_I OTHER EVENTS FUNdamentals Live! June 7th and 8th, 2024.