๐ผ The speaker explains how they built their leathercraft business by creating white label products for other companies without going into debt.
๐ง They emphasize the importance of waiting to buy necessary tools until a job requires it, sharing their experience with using die cutting tools from Texas custom dies.
๐ฐ To save money, they suggest using dies without stitching holes and either machine sewing or hand sewing by punching the holes manually.
๐ Starting a leathercraft business without going into debt.
๐ฐ Using customer orders to purchase necessary equipment and materials.
โ๏ธ Saving time and offering competitive prices through efficient production methods.
๐งต Using a specific method and tools, the speaker efficiently produces leathercraft pieces with thread round holes.
๐จ The speaker explains the importance of using the right press height to prevent injuries and demonstrates the time and labor-saving benefits of using specialized tools.
๐ฅ The speaker showcases the process of branding card holders using a carefully set-up press to achieve precise impressions in a shorter time.
๐ผ Minimizing debt while setting up a leathercraft business allows for greater creative freedom and uniqueness.
๐ง Old equipment can still be functional and efficient, but eventually investing in new tools is necessary for long-term profitability.
๐งต Creating a well-organized workspace and being self-sufficient in the leathercraft process can lead to increased productivity and independence.
๐ข The speaker shares their leathercraft business setup and emphasizes the flexibility of working from home.
๐ผ They discuss their workflow and how they batch orders to maximize efficiency and profitability.
๐งต The speaker demonstrates the process of sewing and finishing leather products.
๐ Using a burnisher, the speaker demonstrates how to round over the edges of leather pieces without an edge buffer.
๐ฐ The speaker discusses the pricing of different leather items and emphasizes the option for customers to upgrade to higher quality products.
๐ฅ The speaker mentions the importance of offering extra items in orders and ensuring product quality to satisfy customers.
๐ผ Building a relationship with white label customers is important for a leathercraft business.
๐ฆ Items are burnished and packaged before being sent out to customers.
๐ง Not going into debt helps in evaluating the necessary tools for the business.