Buying files on Etsy for a laser, 90% of the time is mostly a waste of money. *HOWEVER* buying files from Valley Forged are a *BARGAIN.* They are *PROVEN LASER FILES* and not just a graphic designer _claiming_ they work on a laser! This is an *incredible deal* Eric! The idea of setting your own price is also a game changer! I had a Patron who I gave a similar idea to last year, and she now uses it for all of the products she sells at craft shows!
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
Thanks Rich! Always good to see you here.
@TheLouisianaHobbyGuy
5 ай бұрын
@@ValleyForged I watch them all Eric! You have great content and I'm happy to see the channel growing! I just don't always have time or remember to comment 🤪
@drewpickard554
4 ай бұрын
I agree that a lot of times people get caught up on files/planes/whatever. I'm into lasers cncs 3d printing and woodworking. I see a lot of people always asking for files/plans. I get it for big/unique type of things. But it's the basic things that I think going by files/plans just hold people back. Like it's far better to follow a tutorial than just run others plans.
@nullockalwin2954
5 ай бұрын
I'm just getting into lasers. My Omtech 50w Co2 comes in on the 27th. Been watching all your videos, they've helped me get a understanding on what I'm getting into
@RoseMaryWayne8
3 ай бұрын
I just wanted to publicly say thanks again for responding to me and giving me the information I was asking for. I look forward to purchasing from you on Etsy! 🎊 🙏🏻👍👊🏼
@ValleyForged
3 ай бұрын
Thanks! Enjoy the journey!!
@B.A.Bassangler
5 ай бұрын
Woo Hoo! My 1st file purchase. Hey, had an idea for your coffee-art. Build a negative so you can assemble it upside down.
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
That would be great! I am still afraid the amount of wood, time to paint, cost of paint...too expensive to sell. BUT, for a gift I would totally do it.
@mikeguidry49
5 ай бұрын
Getting ready to purchase file pack, thanks as always Eric.
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
Love to see what you do with it!
@poppopswoodshop
2 ай бұрын
good video.. I do the same thing with the roses they didn't sell to go for me..
@ValleyForged
2 ай бұрын
I guess it really matter 'where' you sell them. Was the first thing I sold out last show, but it was right before Mother's Day. :)
@poppopswoodshop
2 ай бұрын
I would agree mine venue is mostly farmers market so thing have to be low cost I used to turn high end bowls but found customers didn’t want to pay the price or see the value in a hand turned bowls
@ValleyForged
2 ай бұрын
@@poppopswoodshop Yeah, I have stopped doing typical farmers markets. Good shows make way more with much less work.
@scottvallie4495
2 ай бұрын
@@ValleyForged I agree, I do some gun shows make 10 fold what I make at farmers market..
@DanielMorales-xb4sg
2 ай бұрын
to search for the markets online near me, do you search for craft markets, artistry shows, what should I be searching for to go check them out.
@ValleyForged
2 ай бұрын
Anything. Try to find the cheaper ones to start. Meet other vendors and find out what the better shows are.
@Kingdom_Laserworks
5 ай бұрын
I'm making some of those roses for the mothers in church for Mother's Day. They are fragile, gotta be careful.
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
Agreed. I do mention that in the video tutorial. Once I glue the two halves together, they seem to hold up much better. I am actually making some as I write this. Really great idea by the way!!
@Kingdom_Laserworks
5 ай бұрын
I got my gig with the Roly to make round tuits for my church. I'm loving this machine.
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
@@Kingdom_LaserworksHa, glad you got a round tuit. :)
@donspoor8367
5 ай бұрын
How do you go about pricing your items? It seems like people don't want to pay what it's worth.
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
Yeah, you kind of have to go by what people will pay. I would say it depends more on what show you do than trying to sell for super cheap. Sometimes I make more money on $5 keychains as they cost next to nothing to make.
@GuilHelmus
4 ай бұрын
Hey sir, small question and I hope you can answer it for me, as I can't find this info in video's. Do you think a 40W Diode can be used for small stitching holes or is the laser spot too big? Have a nice day!
@ValleyForged
4 ай бұрын
Yes, it would be just fine in my opinion. In fact, I think the quality of the machine/bearings are more important as it is moving so fast between holes. I would be more afraid of a 10w with rubber wheels.
@cubansli3099
5 ай бұрын
Thanks, this r really helps me. Would you share, how you price, and stock (numbers to bring to a show or market? Thanks and God Bless
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
Yes, someone else just asked the same. I will make a video this next week. :)
@cubansli3099
5 ай бұрын
@@ValleyForged Awesome, There is a market day at the local Church at the end of next month, and I want to give a go, at the package I just purchased from your site on ESTY. One step at a time Sir. Thanks
@cubansli3099
5 ай бұрын
@@ValleyForged Thanks young Sir
@jimhamilton2680
3 ай бұрын
Have watched your videos for some time with great interest. The our father crosses interest me. I live in the Chicago area with many Christine gifts shops through the area. Do you think there is a big enough market for the crosses to buy a Roly 30 possibly the new wide unit and do this as a major side hustle?
@ValleyForged
3 ай бұрын
Of course, but don't think it will be a 'get rich quick' thing. I have made over 100 LP Crosses and it still feels like a new machine. Events at churches do super well.
@jimhamilton2680
3 ай бұрын
you mentioned in a previous video about a craft show this summer that you will be taking $10,000 worth of product. What percent will be LP's
@ValleyForged
3 ай бұрын
@@jimhamilton2680 About half in different forms.
@donspoor8367
5 ай бұрын
I know sometimes I don't see things, but I don't see the link for the bottle openers. I what to get the same size you are useing.
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
You should check out the video for the bottle openers, it should be there. But it is the 7" steel ones.
@chrisoliver3851
5 ай бұрын
Liked the video and I'm going to purchase the files. One question about the prayer cross can it laser cut say 12"?
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
Yes, 12" if fine for most lasers. You can go as large or small as you want. You just need to get the right settings. Watch the step by step video as it will help.
@lazerking1701
5 ай бұрын
Can you provide links possibly or point us in the direction of the wood used? Want to be better to go when I order your files
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
I go over it in the step by step videos for each product, but I get it all from Craft Closet. You can also watch the "Where I get my wood" videos. Love to see how they come out :)
@lazerking1701
5 ай бұрын
@@ValleyForged thank you very very much for the quick reply.
@barbblack7825
5 ай бұрын
❤
@jamesbrandt1244
5 ай бұрын
I would like to know the process of how to glue things together. I have tried several types of glue which none of them I like so far. What do you use and how do you stop the excess from oozing out around the edges and looking ugly?
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
It depends on the product. I use titebond wood glue for just wood things with tiny sponge sticks (craft store) to apply it evenly. I wipe the edges with my hand then wipe on a paper towel. Wood glue seems fine for doing that. For the bottle openers I use superglue, and sometimes for other things I need precision. For leather I use aqualim 315. I will think about making a video showing this. :)
@imagineengine
5 ай бұрын
m makes a very very thin double sided adhesive that eliminates the need for glue....Can't remember the number though...
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
@@imagineengineThat seems like a huge pain, but willing to check it out
@richardalves-cd5me
5 ай бұрын
What shows will you be attending this year? We would like to go see your products in person.
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
I will make a video on that soon. I am in California.
@richardalves-cd5me
5 ай бұрын
@@ValleyForgedOK cool!! We're just down the road from you in the Monterey bay area.
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
@@richardalves-cd5meOh cool! I was in Santa Cruz for a while. Sort of close, lol
@danielmccain6549
5 ай бұрын
Where do you get your purse files? I did my first show this past Saturday and need some lady things?
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
I may be able to get it ready in May. It is a very tough thing to make easy, so I need to do some work on it.
@CynergyDiva
4 ай бұрын
Your description says lightburn ready. Does that mean they can only be used with lightburn?
@ValleyForged
4 ай бұрын
I include an SVG, so I know it works on most lasers. Many xtool users love my files.
@CynergyDiva
4 ай бұрын
@@ValleyForged thank you
@collimic
4 ай бұрын
Where did you American Flag video go?
@ValleyForged
4 ай бұрын
I did a few things wrong. Going to remake it, and have it back up early next week. :)
@cdawg71486
5 ай бұрын
Will you designs open in Corel or Adobe Illustrator? We are just getting into this and will likely be getting an Epilog laser.
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
The SVG can be opened in AI for sure. I am guessing Corel as well.
@wallygeriostrowski2035
5 ай бұрын
Hi, I would like to buy your $8 pack but have a qut, I've been lasering the Our Father Cross and I n more times than not the tiny printed line gets charred or burnt completely. The line"as we forgive those who" can you eliminate the line further down where it says "for thine is the kingdom ....* And just leave the amen, so the upper letters would be larger? Love the Cross but have difficulty burning it, Wally
@wallygeriostrowski2035
5 ай бұрын
Have a question not a"qut"😂
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
It is all about settings my friend. There was a time I was having the same issue, until I got my settings right. It is very hard for me to figure it out over comments. Your type of laser, wattage, type of wood, speed etc...It may be you have to run double the speed, but two passes. If you are under 300mm per min. is when burning often happens. And you MUST be using air. I find lasers dangerous to cut without it.
@Actio83
5 ай бұрын
what do you use to glue wood to metal?
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
I use super glue. I think I say what kind in the video I did for it. Works perfectly, but make sure you line it up well, because it is never coming off :)
@barbblack7825
5 ай бұрын
Where do I go to find this pack? Thanks in advance.
@barbblack7825
5 ай бұрын
Also, is it only light burn compatible or are they svgs for any machine?
@ValleyForged
5 ай бұрын
It is in the description. They are all lightburn files, but also come with SVG for other lasers.
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