Are you having trouble deciding between heat transfer and sublimation printing? In this episode of Apparel Academy, Henry will be going over the differences between these types of printing methods and which one is the right choice for your business. Facebook Embroidery & Custom Apparel Mastery Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/embroiderymastery/ Join the Ricoma newsletter for educational blogs, videos, and live webinars: https://info.ricoma.com/newsletter To learn more schedule a virtual demo today: https://ricoma.com/US/virtual-demo Get our latest Ricoma embroidery YouTube videos sen ..read more

In this episode of Apparel Academy, Henry will be explaining the advantages of combining embroidery and print to create mixed media and why you should consider using it in your company. Mixed media designs are a great product to sell in your custom apparel business. Not only do they save you time and make you more money, but they can look even more stunning, which will attract many more customers to your business. Other efficiency tips for embroidery: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fL33se9TUxk Shop for heat presses, printers, and other products to help your mixed media designs here: https://s ..read more

Can’t decide whether to outsource your digitizing or do it in-house? Then check out this episode of Apparel Academy, where Henry will cover the pros and cons of digitizing in-house and outsourcing. He will also go over the cost of digitizing and what you should consider when making a final decision. Get a free trial for Chroma, our embroidery digitizing software: https://ricoma.com/US/software/chroma Learn how to structure your embroidery setup fees: https://youtu.be/66ZDw_cEY2Y Facebook Embroidery & Custom Apparel Mastery Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/embroiderymastery/ Join the ..read more

If you’ve been on the fence about starting a printing business with heat transfer, this Apparel Academy video is for you. This week Henry covers three reasons why you should start your business now and explains why heat transfer printing is one of the easiest, most cost-effective ways to customize apparel. Learn more about our heat press models here: https://ricoma.com/US/product-category/heatpress Lean more about out White Toner Transfer Printer + Heat Press bundles here: https://hubs.ly/H0s35lv0 Learn more about out DTG printer here: https://hubs.ly/H0s36GT0 Get your DecoSummit Tickets here ..read more

On this episode of Apparel Academy, Henry will show you a five ways to mark up an order so that you can make more money without spending more money. He will teach you how to be more cost-effective with your custom apparel products and services so that you can generate extra income and increase your business revenue. Links: Learn how to effectively price items here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PuF5hAdYlNo Learn how to set up your embroidery setup fees: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=66ZDw_cEY2Y&t=75s Master embroidering with metallic thread here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-bG0SpE ..read more

On the last episode of Apparel Academy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73mXPRwL0hg Check out our Embroidery Hub videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDzOvY3HejtQmuMgwRqXck1IzUkQ9vPoc Get your DecoSummit 2020 tickets here: https://www.decosummit.com Schedule your machine training here: https://ricoma.com/US/tech-support Join our Faceboook group Embroidery and Custom Apparel Mastery: https://www.facebook.com/groups/embroiderymastery/ Already have a Ricoma machine? Join Ricoma Connect: https://www.facebook.com/groups/RicomaConnect/ Join the Ricoma newsletter for educational blogs, vide ..read more

If you’re intimidated by starting your embroidery journey, don’t be. In this episode, Henry describes the different levels of experience he sees when a person comes in to purchase a machine. He also provides you with all the advice you need to overcome your fear of starting your very own embroidery business. And lastly, you’ll hear the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions when a potential customer is considering buying an embroidery machine. Remember, whether you have experience with embroidery or not, a new machine always entails training and practice. Every machine has its ..read more

Incorporate these fundamental business practices in your custom apparel shop and you’ll have no trouble finding customers and making a profit right off the bat. With the amount of demand for custom apparel and the different niches and needs, you’ll be able to compete with and stand out against larger businesses. Stop Losing to Competitors Because of Price | Apparel Academy Podcast (Ep.13): https://youtu.be/YrrWY1ac6kQ STOP your custom apparel business from CLOSING DOORS | Apparel Academy (Ep46): https://youtu.be/RaYXUlufVW8 Front and Side CAP EMBROIDERY - 3 DESIGNS in one RUN | (EMB Hub Ep116 ..read more

With these fundamental ideas and tips, we guarantee your business will be off to a great start! Watch the facemask tutorial video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6LrCw49NNg Watch the contracts video and download the templates https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRPIL_5vRDI https://info.ricoma.com/embroidery-contracts ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Facebook Embroidery & Custom Apparel Mastery Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/embroiderymastery/ Join the Ricoma newsletter for educational blogs, videos, and live webinars: ht ..read more

If you’re wondering just how much you can make doing custom embroidery from home, we’ve got the perfect tool for you. In this episode of Apparel Academy, Henry will teach you how to use our Embroidery Profit Calculator so you can learn how to price your products and make a substantial profit in your embroidery business. Download the Embroidery Profit calculator here: https://info.ricoma.com/profit-calculator How to Price Your Embroidery Work (Embroidery Insider Ep. 1) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PuF5hAdYlNo Facebook Embroidery & Custom Apparel Mastery Group: https://www.facebook.com/gr ..read more