SMALL BUSINESS FEATURE
SMALL BUSINESS FEATURE
SMALL BUSINESS FEATURE
FEATURE OF THE WEEK
MEET STEPHANIE COSTA FROM COSTA CREATIONS & CO.
My name is Stephanie Costa, and I am the founder of Costa Creations & Co. When I first started my business in 2019, I didn’t have many goals. By April 2020, I couldn’t keep up with the demand with only my scroll saw, so I got my first laser. Thanks to OMTech, I was able to propel my business! Although I was initially intimidated by the setup, OMTech was able to help me figure it out and help me increase my revenue. It also allowed me to connect to a new community of people. We share our successes, failures and support each other. There is a place for everyone here! For anyone starting out, take a chance because you have nothing to lose! It could be the best decision that truly changes your life for the better! You don’t know until you start!
Machine used: 60W Mid-Range CO2 Laser Engraver with 20x28" Workspace
Their business: Dead Fish Studios sells multi-layered art, custom picture frames, company signage, 3D wood carving, and more!
Machine used: 60W Mid-Range CO2 Laser Engraver with 20x28" Workspace
Their business: Blackstone Design 78 sells craft cocktail smoker and drink accessories. Cheers to this business!
Machine used: 60W Mid-Range CO2 Laser Engraver with 20x28" Workspace
Their business: OH Honey makes a variety of products including name signs, earrings, name puzzles, memorial plaques, and more.
BUSINESS TALK!
What challenges did you and your business face before acquiring an OMTech machine?
Having a CNC machine with a 7W diode laser was holding me back from production numbers where I could truly make a profit. The diode laser was super slow, and also tied up my CNC machine when something needed to be engraved. A simple logo engraving, say 2x3” would take 5 minutes verses my new OMTech 60W would complete this within 30 seconds.
Machine used: 100W High Power CO2 Laser Engraver with 20x28" Workspace
Their business: Jimmy the Maker is a proud engraver of custom signage, stacked logos, and engraved tumblers. The possibilities are endless!
Machine used: 80W Mid-Range CO2 Laser Engraver with 20x28" Workspace
Their business: On Points Studios specializes in home decor products such as wood signs, LED signs, keychains, and more!
Machine used: 100W High Power CO2 Laser Engraver with 24x40" Workspace
Their business: Devil Woman Decor offers numerous products on materials such as glass, wood, marble, and acrylic, to accommodate custom requests.
BUSINESS TALK!
Why did you choose OMTech? Furthermore, what key features stood out to you?
I followed @edmonds_woodshop on Instagram and his purchase of an OMTech was definitely a catalyst to start looking at the company. In addition, access to U.S. support was a major selling feature and ultimately why I chose OMTech.
Machine used: 100W High Power CO2 Laser Engraver with 20x28" Workspace
Their business: Acorn Creative Goods and their owner, Jenni, creates digital file patterns for other laser users. Some of which have become viral on TikTok!
Machine used: 40W Desktop CO2 Laser Engraver with 8x12" Workspace
Their business: Abbeyoaks offers a wide-range of ornaments, plaques, and coloring kits, and will soon venture into custom photo album covers!
Machine used: 50W Mid-Range CO2 Laser Engraver with 12x20" Workspace
Their business: A.P. Craft Designs specializes in 100% customized home decor, including solid hardwood signs, cutting board, coasters, and more!
BUSINESS TALK!
What were the benefits and overall outcome for you and your business after acquiring an OMTech machine?
With our 40W CO2 laser, we were able to double the business from the year prior, with less overhead and time spent making the projects. This made the business more profitable. In addition, OMTech helped us make our footprint on Etsy and making us more diverse.
Machine used: 80W Mid-Range CO2 Laser Engraver with 20x28" Workspace
Their business: High Peaks Engraving is teaming up with several bakeries in Upstate New York to sell acrylic cake toppers, as well as other products!
Machine used: 50W Mid-Range CO2 Laser Engraver with 12x20" Workspace
Their business: JonLynn Boutique sells a gorgeous array of earrings, bracelets, keychains, signs, and more! Time to get stylish!
Machine used: 100W High Power CO2 Laser Engraver with 20x28" Workspace
Their business: Hearts Desire specializes in wood blanks and cutouts for other handmade businesses and at-home makers. They also offer monthly DIY kits!
BUSINESS TALK!
What does the future have in store for you and your business? Any big plans?
Big dreams that are turning into big plans! We want to continue to grow and add more product. I do indeed see another machine in my future. If I look at my 5 year plan, I intend to have a store front and to run my business full time.
Machine used: 60W Mid-Range CO2 Laser Engraver with 20x28" Workspace
Their business: Keyhive specializes in customized and personalized keyboards, engraving acrylic-based materials!
Machine used: 40W Desktop CO2 Laser Engraver with 8x12" Workspace
Their business: Cascadia Cottage engraves elegant jewelry and home décor on wood and acrylic-based materials!
★★★★★Teena and Josh Abbey"We purchased our machine from OMTech and it's been great! Simple to use and engraves everything really nicely. People are always amazed by how great photos look on wood! This year, we will be branching out to a bunch of other product ideas, all using our OMTech laser engraver.”
Abbeyoaks
★★★★★Christine H."I happily stumbled across the OMTech Facebook Group, and the support I have received from the group and from OMTech has been above my expectations. I am so happy with my OMTech 60W Laser. I look forward to seeing where it takes me. Let the creativity begin!”
OH Honey Custom Designs
★★★★★Andrew B.“It was the best decision I could have made. My production quickly increased. Now that I am not limited to simple designs, I have picked up work from corporate clients and have been able to expand my product line. I continue to look for opportunities to grow with my my OMTech laser!”
Blackstone Design 78
★★★★★Jill"The 40W Desktop CO2 Laser Engraver from OMTech has allowed us to achieve this. We are excited to grow and learn more about the laser engraving world, and we know that OMTech will continue to help along the way."
Cascadia Cottage
★★★★★Jennifer B.“After much research, I decided to go with OMTech and it has been a game-changer! Not only am I making my own wood creations... I am branching out into other areas! I am creating signs, displays, puzzles, and much more! Thank you for offering such a fantastic machine!”
JonLynn Boutique
CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS
Josh - @wrightswoodworks - Testimonial Video
Amanda - @cowboycustomcuts - Testimonial Video
Gabriel - @imaginethatworkshop - Testimonial Video
Max - @laserbeastlab - Testimonial Video
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