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  1. Do you ever bump customers on your schedule for other jobs?

    I would fit it in if it's legitimate, yes. Everyone knows which jobs are critical and which jobs are not. I had a guy email me last week to do his trailer this week because he will be on vacation and it would be a good time to letter it. I explained I MIGHT be able to squeeze it in depending on...
  2. Do you ever bump customers on your schedule for other jobs?

    I make sure to get jobs done when there is a drop dead date or for repeat customers. There are some weeks that are so busy and so many people walk in the door that production gets behind. I explain to customers that I am a one person shop and I do whatever I can to make sure I meet the...
  3. Define... "The Craft"

    The craft is the process between you and the customer that leads to the finished product. I don't believe it's the finished product but the process that gets you there. Art is in the eye of the beholder.
  4. Fun hand made sign

    Thanks Gino, the process is different. For the Modge Podge you reverse your image when you print it. Apply the modge podge to the image then lay it image side down on the substrate. Let the modge podge dry completely, then spray the paper with water and gently remove the paper. The image stays...
  5. Fun hand made sign

    Some of you may know on the side I make hand painted wood signs. I wanted to share a pic of one I finished up yesterday as I think it turned out pretty good. I made 2 and they are temporary signs just for the weekend, sized at 5'x36" and 24"x36". I know some of you make hand painted signs so...
  6. Retro type font

    1001freefonts under "groovy" - there are some similar ones but nothing too close.
  7. Logo for Organic Supply

    I used to work for a dairy company that called on farms regularly. Their take was if you ever saw any of these "organic farms" you would NEVER eat the food or drink the milk. I stay away from anything organic. I didn't notice the mountains were clipart or the Rock Star was familiar. I'm out of...
  8. Need Help Font recognized?

    Darn, I feel like I've downloaded this but the closest I see is Pizza Opti. You would have to close the open space and add an outline to thicken it up.
  9. Logo for Organic Supply

    Not bad! You need a couple more drafts though. I think the swirly things on the R an K are too swirly, maybe the should be more pointy-ish? I think ddarlak is on the right track, try using that with a few more font options. Those wing things you have, sorry, I don't care for them at all. They...
  10. Need Help I have angry customers :(

    One other thing! A real quick fix is a desktop manager called "Fences". You can create "boxes" on your screen and label them, Estimate, Artwork, Proof Out, On Order, In Production, Shipped - it works good to keep your computer files organized. https://www.stardock.com/products/fences/
  11. How do you update your customers on order status?

    Email unless they request another option.
  12. Need Help I have angry customers :(

    I agree with ikarasu it's doubtful you will go into the computer after every step is finished and enter it - I've tired and failed. It's very difficult when you are only one person. I have an Etsy shop and print the order and packing slip and I also have a work order. It all goes onto a...
  13. Niche Market - I had an idea, what do you think?

    That truck is awesome looking!!!
  14. Need Help In need of a sign. lol

    I agree with Texas, just order the print from Signs365 and put it on some ACM. When it's laminated, it's nice and thick and easier to apply than cut vinyl. Once you get to the point of applying, post again with some pics of what you have. Many here will explain step by step how to apply or even...
  15. sign for new hair salon bit of help plz...

    I like option 2. Maybe make the L on the right slightly more narrow so the width is the same as the other letters?
  16. sign for new hair salon bit of help plz...

    Ya, you gotta get them to ditch the Studio and go with Barbershop. However, I won't jump to conclusions on what TYPE of man they are trying to attract. You should go there and check the place out.
  17. What to do about a failed install?

    You almost have to give the guy his money back and tell him to go elsewhere. I nearly installed some vinyl from Russia a couple months back. I declined and I'm glad I did. Even though he said he would not hold me liable, if I had ruined it, my conscience would tell me to replace it. I haven't...
  18. Rant! Creative Freedom

    She just came in to pick it up. She said it was WAY too big. LMAO. She did give me a few dollar tip for being a PITA so looking at it from "the glass is half full" - another happy ending LOL
  19. Rant! Creative Freedom

    My anxiety is high right now over a small job. I have a customer who makes cornhole boards. I've cut dozens of stencils for her. She sends me a pic or a drawing and I tell her depending on the quantity if you give me "creative freedom" there's little to no set-up charge - usually I spend 5-7...
  20. wondering about the process... burned sign panel? distressed and painted?

    It does look charred but are the words routed? Almost looks like they are just painted on. My process...distress, stain, paint with exterior paint, sand the edges then seal with exterior sealer. It's probably less time consuming for a similar look. I don't router my letters, I use stencil...
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