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For the longest time I didn’t want to reinvest in my small business because of fear. But I realized that in order to offer higher-quality items I would need to buy a Glowforge. So far I have experimented with the Glowforge Pro and added some items to my Etsy shop. It’s been fun figuring out how to use the Glowforge laser printer and learn what I could create and sell with it. I’m sharing the reasons why I bought a Glowforge for my business.
But first, what is the difference among the Basic, Plus and Pro models? According to Glowforge, the Plus “offers upgraded components and a top speed that’s twice as fast as the Basic.” The Pro, meanwhile, can print larger projects because it has a pass-through slot. Also, it “features upgraded components and increased laser power to print up to three times faster than the Basic, and has double the warranty. Class 4 laser product.” The Basic and Plus are Class 1.
Why I Invested in the Glowforge Pro:
To create wood projects:
My husband and I have always wanted to use wood to create beautiful items, and now we are able to do that. While you can cut with a Cricut, which we have, this is a higher-quality machine that can do so much more.
To expand my product offerings:
Most of my Etsy sales are of cups, and while I enjoy making them, I wanted to offer more variety in my product line.
To be able to expand my capacity to create:
Having more than one machine makes it easier to be able to take on more orders and thus bring in more revenue.
To be able to offer wholesale products:
The Glowforge allows me to create more products in a shorter time and be able to offer wholesale products on Faire. Sign up to sell on Faire through my link.
To enhance my creativity:
I am able to grow my creativity by trying new things and making new items using my Glowforge.
To grow my business:
I am hoping that this investment, which is significant, will grow my business to where I’d like it to be in 2022.
How much does a Glowforge cost? There are three options ranging from $2,995 to $5,995 plus tax. An air filter is an additional $995. You don’t necessarily need the air filter; you can always vent through a window.
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My Etsy Shop
Related posts:
Crafting Favorites, Vol. 1
Crafting Favorites, Vol. 2
Lessons From Starting an Etsy Shop
Recent Cricut Projects
Shop Supplies:
Wooden Graduation Ornament
Celebrate the incredible achievement of your favorite graduate with this personalized Wooden Graduation Ornament. Laser-engraved on maple plywood, this ornament is shaped like a classic graduation cap and proudly displays the graduation year or custom text. Make it a truly one-of-a-kind keepsake by adding the graduate’s name, creating a cherished memento they can hang on the Christmas tree for years to come.
The natural wood grain of the maple plywood gives each ornament a unique, rustic charm, while the included white ribbon provides a perfect finishing touch for hanging. This ornament is a thoughtful stocking stuffer or Christmas gift that captures the pride and excitement of their senior year and hard-earned success.
Features:
- One (1) Personalized Graduation Cap Ornament
- Material: Laser-engraved Maple Plywood
- Size: Approximately 4.5 inches wide x 2.5 inches tall
- Includes a pre-attached white ribbon for easy hanging
- Personalization: Customize with the graduate’s name or your preferred text
- Choose your preferred font
Marette Flora is the founder of Floradise blog and personalized gift shop. Marette is a passionate storyteller and creator. She attended the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University and obtained a bachelor’s degree in journalism and mass communication.
She is passionate about creating helpful and meaningful things.