Thanks for video and the info. I'm just starting out learning my laser. Hats are something I would like to know more about, glad I found you and subbed
Fantastic job on your videos. I got lost on how you got red and black together in one patch. (I am brand new). Keep up the great work and I look forward to the next video.
It's a three layer plastic so the the depth of the engrave determines what color is exposed. After watching it back I noticed I wasn't very clear on that. Thanks for the feed back.
You are doing one of the things at the top of most people's fear list. I've been doing public speaking for almost 5 decades including working as a nightclub DJ, but I can still remember butterflies the size of eagles bouncing around my stomach. The camera loves you (an advantage I sadly do not share) so it's just a matter of time before your channel blows up. A good resource is Sunny Lenarduzzi. She is an awesome coach for learning how to make videos, lots of free content. Your information is great and really helpful. I have a regular heat press but not one for hats. Might have to put that on the list. Haven't seen all your videos yet but a "day in the life" with some of the stuff sped up is always fun. I'll keep watching and making comments because that's what I do. Thanks for a bright spot in a rather crappy week. 😊
I actually have a mouse with extra buttons that I have programed for group/ungroup, undo/redo, delete, and frame. It's just confusing if I use the mouse in the video since people won't know what I am doing. The mouse is so helpful when editing.
Any chance you can cover how the acrylic patch was made? Got to see the design process and the finished project but I'm still dumfounded on how that multicolor patch was made on a laser :)
Sorry I did not go over the material very well. It's a three layer plastic and depending on how deep you engrave it exposes the different colors. Need to work on explaining materials better when I am working with them. Thanks for the feedback!!
Thanks for following up with the info@@WyldeWillow, Maybe a future tutorial video idea for this multi layer material! Gained yourself another subscriber for sure!
Thank you for the great video and links to materials. I am new to the lasering world and really appreciate that there is another lady laser-er out there willing to share their knowledge. I'd love to see the other half of your set-up and to learn more about how you got into laser engraving. What steps you took to learn more and figure out the best machine set-ups/materials to use for your applications. I just got an OmTech k40+, and also have an Atomstack A5 Pro, as well as an Atomstack Pro+. It has been quite a learning curve for me but I am looking forward to more videos from you to help me. As a "newb" ,(I have only been doing this since Dec. '23), the way you explain things makes sense to me. Thank you!
New subscriber here. I'm starting to make hats now, leather ones. Never knew about acrylic patches, interesting. Thanks for the video and the sites for free stuff!
When you ungroup your outline, you can just ctrl click the outline to deselect it, and all other random shapes will still be selected, makes it easier than finding the little shapes. Great video!
@@WyldeWillow I made a couple of test hats last night with Acrylic thanks to your video! Thanks again! (I came back today because I realized you talked about samples and I didn't get any, finding the stuff on your own can be a pain!)
As a retired video training creater myself, I think you did a wonderful job on your video, short of a few small newby problems. The only on worth mentioning is the constant "Ahh" between sentence and thoughts. It is very typical of beginners, and easy to overcome. The other few will iron out with experience. I have subscribed to your feed and look forward to hearing more from you. Thank You.🙂
I tell myself before ever clip don't say "Ahh/Umm" and don't say "okay guys/you guys" but I hit record and I cant stop saying it. Thanks for the advice I really do love the constructive criticism and that is something I am working on. I am hoping as I get more comfortable on camera it will stop coming out so much.
Hello from Portugal, I just found your channel randomly and it's very interesting, but you went to fast to explain on how you engrave and cut using Lightburn, maybe showing the steps, what sheet of acrylic you're using to do that patch and maybe show one run over one example of patch. So far I only used it for wood since I'm a wood hobby guy, but it was very interesting to know that we can do other stuff.... keep going and you have my full support.
I did go to fast and I wish I would have gone into more detail on the material. I will have to make another video that focuses more on those things. Thanks for being understand and helping me learn where I can improve.
Never heard of acrylic hat patches. Just FYI: to speed things up a bit sometimes. When you have things in different layers, like this red and black here, you can toggle the show slider on the red layer. Then you are able to just drag a large box to select all the black at once. That way you don't have to zoom in selecting small objects. Limits the risk of missing one and having to redo a design.
Hey! I'm so glad I found you!! I just did a mock-up for a custom patch. As far as bending the patch to cool, what if you got a short piece of PVC pipe and rubber bands to hold each patch as you start the next one. Just have to figure out the size of the pipe to get the right curve. How did you get the different colors within the same patch? Thank you for all of the freebies too!! I'm looking forward to checking out the rest of your vids!!❤️🔥
I don't even bend the patch any more. I use a hot plate and preheat the patch. When I do it this way I don't have to preheat the hat and the patch just bends around the hat alot easier. The material is tri-color rowmark from Johnson Plastic Plus. There's a link in the description and a code for 15% off. Thanks for watching!!
Great video!!! Please drill down into how you made your xTool enclosure and the lighting. I hobbled my Mecpow enclosure out of MDF and really want to make it better like yours. Keep up the great work.
You did a great job! I can tell your newer at it BUT YOU DID GREAT. You'll get better the more practice you get / videos you post. At least your have to confidence to put yourself in front of the camera. I've not had the confidence to do that and many others I'm sure are the same! Just keep going! and use any haters as fuel to prove wrong and improve! And thank you I just started with my laser and some hats. The acrylic is a great idea!
Great video and great info! audio was good, there was a few times it got a tad quieter, not sure if you were trying to keep quiet or if it was just a change in the audio.
My son was sleeping in the other room and I didn't even know I was talking so quite until I watched it back. Will definitely work on that with my next video. Thanks for the feedback.
I watched you on the panel the other night and I really enjoyed that your level of knowledge is above mine, but you're still learning and you were asking the "dumb" questions I needed asked of those experts. Also, fantastic shirt! I got to see them 3 times before the end. Keep up the content, I'm learning a lot.
Dumb questions is what I am here for 🤣 I know how to get most things done but talking about it and using the proper terms for everything is a real struggle for me. Hopefully making these videos will help with that. Thank you for watching.
It's definitely a laser I am interested in. I was just looking at it the other day. I like that the bed is perfect size for 12x24 sheets and thats what most my Rowmark, leather, and leatherette comes in.
@WyldeWillow yes its 12x24 but you can only use about 23.5x11.5 of it but it does cut all acrylic like butter I'm wishing they make a bigger machine I've has mine since it came out but I need to make bigger projects lol
@grafxbynando_vlogs I think that size would still work good since I usually leave a little on the edges of my sheets to put magnets. But would be nice if it was a little bigger since I don't like running my laser near the edges.
Fantastic Video! Great resources. I will be following for sure. What kind of profit are you looking at? How much do you sell the hats for vs using Leatherette?
I keep all my prices the same with leather, leatherette, and Acrylic. However I think you could charge a little more if you wanted to, I just want to keep it as simple as possible for my customers. I basically price my hats to where I am good with the price for any material and if I use cheaper materials like leatherette I considers it a bonus. I only charge more for two layer patches
I just found this channel, you are doing awesome with youtube already. Only 2 videos but they are looking great. I am considering making some videos as well, what editing software are you currently using? Keep up the great work. I subscribed and look forward to more from you. I have a 100w co2, and a 60w fiber laser and a cnc machine. I started with a 10w laser mounted on to my cnc machine but quickly decided i needed a purpose built laser. I considered another diode laser but i ended up getting a deal on the co2 so that was a huge difference. They both have pros and cons, there is no perfect laser. Co2 is definitely for cutting if thats what you do most, but the diode can do more delicate materials that a co2 just is too powerful to engrave on. Thank you for the tips.
It's a great day when we learn something new, and today I learned something new from you! Thank you for introducing the Rowmark tri-layered plastic. You bottoms Up patch turned out great and to be honest, I was blown away to see that product. Even though I don't have a laser yet, it has me thinking about what I can create. Your lesson for today is about recording; make sure everyone is out of the house and now sleeping lol. I felt like you and I were having a serious discussion that we didn't want to be over heard lol. This is all a part of your journey Emily, recording content, editing and publishing will make laser wok look like a breeze. Your off to a good start so KMF (keep moving fwd)! I wanted to let you know about one more alternate to the Thunder laser; look at TTP Laser from Canada, the Stingray 51. I reached out to TTP Laser and they responded very quickly. Your US dollar will go a lot further buying from Canada, roughly 37% savings, and the machine is a beast. I am leaning their way now lol
This is amazing!! I literally just got my Aeon laser so I'm learning and this video is my fav so far! You opened my mind to a game changing avenue! Thanks for the gems 😀
Love your videos so far. ❤❤❤ Great quality. Please keep it up. I am also a fellow female laser business that works on a lot of hats. It’s so nice to see another female in this niche w a channel. I follow other female business channels that makes all sorts of things, mostly super girlie stuff like stickers, mugs, and candles….its nice to find another chic in business outside the over saturated girlie stuff. Finally…..
I really appreciate your comment! You’re so kind! It’s little intimidating making a channel but I’m just going to try and do my best to have fun with it put out useful information hopefully 😂
@@WyldeWillow We truly are our own worst critics. You are killing it and you seem like a natural. 👍👍👍 Looking forward to see the video about your lights. Been looking to stylize my workspace. I’ve been playing with the wrong lights, haven’t found what I liked yet until I seen your setup. I was like “Yaas, that’s what my space needs!” Cuz having a space that is functional AND aesthetically pleasing makes me want to be more productive. 🙃🙄
Never would have thought about an acrylic hat patch. Very cool. Is that just a thin 3-color/layer acrylic, I assume? BTW, great job on the videos so far! Keep up the good work!
Yes its three layers and it comes in a few different colors. You can also get it in two layers and there are some many options with the two layer acyrlic.
Awesome video!! Thanks for such good info. When asking for the samples which are good for making the hats? I went to the duet website but ther is so many different choices, are u using the indoor outdoor? Or which ones can I use for caps. Thanks in advance!
I use 1/16 thickness and anything that says its for laser engraving will work. I use outdoor mostly but indoor as well if that's all I can get the color I need in. I would grab some Duets Laser or Duets Laser XT. Not the Laser XT Reverse. Its confusing at first but its worth it to have so many options for patches and other projects.
Your doing a great job so far and love the creativity you're bringing us. Keep up the great work! So far audio is great and the video transitions are fun. You inspired me to try out the multilayer products and expand my hat patch options, great idea with the acrylic bend.
I would look at the vevor hats presses on Amazon. I have them linked below. They are relatively cheap and actually work really well. I get my hats mostly from s&s Activewear. They are a wholesale site though. If you can't by wholesale look up the facebook group "Richardson hat wholesale".
I mean you are REALLY rocking this!!! Thank you so much! you would know how much Ive been looking at Rowmark since I discovered that material a few weeks ago on Reddit... I"ll be looking to order some and this info is incredibly valuable and with Hydbond I found laserable cork I've been hunting for. THANK YOU! note: Maybe adjust Mic Levels so you don't have to whisper in your own office? or are we going for some ASMR? LOVE the channel! keep it up!!!
My son was sleeping in the room next to mine and I didn't even know I was whispering untill I watched the video back. Definitely will work on keeping the audio more consistent. Thanks for the feedback!!
Hi, really liked your video on Rowmark, but did I blink, I would have liked to see some cutting and ‘weeding’ of the Rowmark as it is unclear as to if this was stacked or how the various colors work…
Sorry I should have gone deeper into the product I was using. Its a three layer plastic. You achieve the different color based on how deep you engrave. Thanks for the feed back I will definitely be working on that for my future videos.
It's just a micro fiber cloth I use to help make the hat fit on the press better. Most hats fit with out it but I have issues with the Richardson 112s getting wrinkles if I don't use it.
To be honest. I’m not to sure because I have a 20w. When I used to use my 10w I had the hardest time with mdf and never even tried rowmark with it because I never thought it would work. But let me ask my husband see if he knows of a cut setting for you.
Your off to a great start! Your hats look like such high quality. Would you be able to share where you buy bulk orders? I’ve got a few off Amazon but wasn’t thrilled with the quality.
I also have diodes, but haven't totally dove into doing plastics because of cutting. I have a 10w Aufero. The 1st thing i'd probably use it on would be 2 color plastics with a white core. I don't believe the blue diode would cut through that. I do have the xtool F1 which has an IR laser. Not sure if that would cut, but it's also a small working area. Thoughts on the cutting of the plastic?
@@WyldeWillow I think you need to recalibrate the pressure. It's in the user manual. You go to settings, calibration, then go to pressure. You back it all the way off pressure wise (counter clockwise), then you use the 1/8" foam. you lower the handle until the electromagnet lightly contacts the plate and select the "set min point", then you open it, rotate the dial 3 full turns ( i used a piece of tape to mark it) then you go to close it until it lightly contacts the plate again and then select max point. from there i would follow the stahls video on how to adjust pressure. i just got my 360 and it was showing as pr 0 on the screen and giving me all these issues and i think this fixed it for me Btw I have been doing laser engraving for a few years now, and i came across your page and I love the videos so far. great job :) And I love pantera too
@@christinagorham Wow this is exactly what I need to do. Thank you so much I had no idea you could do that. And thank you for watching I really do appreciate it!! Pantera is my older brothers favorite band so I grow up listening to them. Love them!
Really appreciate your videos and I think you're doing a great job! Really awesome to see a TH-camr as they are building a brand on here. If you don't mind a question, just curious what camera you're using right now? That might even be a video idea to show your setup for recording, etc too Cheers!
Thank you! I am just using my phone to record. It's an iPhone 15. I am looking at some new cameras so maybe after I upgrade some stuff I might make a video. But right now it would be a short video 😂
Considering getting into hats myself. Thanks for the videos. Acrylic patches are certainly interesting and are a viable option for those that don't favor the leather patch look. How well are they adhered, though? Have you done any durability testing?
Haven't done nearly as much as I have with leather but I know I have to use pliers to get them off. I think they will hold up pretty good. They are hard plastic so breaking might be a concern if the hat is bent wrong.
@@brandonalford4757 what settings did you wanna see? There is a lot lol also just be aware that I can’t promise they will work for you. I always recommend doing a material test grid first!
Well it looked like there was a way to save or export the library and vice versa import or load in a library. I have never used the library inside of lightburn. @@WyldeWillow
Some people don’t know awesome is a concentrate and if you dilute it in another bottle with water it last way longer. There’s even dilution recommendations on the bottle.
Sorry I didn't make that very clear. It's a three layer plastic and the different colors are exposed based on how deep you engrave. Note to self explain materials used better. Thanks for watching.
I sent a request for the free samples of everything in the video. You did fine explaining everything. I’ll do better understanding after I do a test on it myself. Appreciate your feedback and you’re doing a good job. Thank you
Great video, I'm not familiar with these acrylics I was hoping you would go a little more in depth on how they work. Are they multi layered and multi colored?
Ya I’m sorry I didn’t explain it as much as I should 😭 this one in the video is a tri color rowmark from Johnson plastic plus. Comes in a white plastic sheet once engraved, it engraves to red and black depending on how deep you go. If that makes sense
I can't remember how long the samples took exacltly but I want to say a week or two. S&S Activewear if you can buy wholesale if not richardson hat wholesale on Facebook.
Great video! How about an outtakes clip? Thanks for all that you shared in this video! I have ordered my samples! Question, did you make the acrylic hat patch with a Xtool 10w or a 20w? Keep up the good work!!
Thank you so much!! I honestly considered an outakes clip because there were definitely some very funny ones 😂 might have to include some next time. I used the Xtool 20W.
Haven't done long term testing but they are extremely hard to get off once you put them on. Like you need to use pliers to get them off. I have more concern about them breaking because they are a hard plastic.
Im not sure where I found you guys but You are amazing I produced more vidoes then I want to admit your doing fine, stay focuse on content thats where you shine You made me start looking at the patch/hat , I was burnt out with shirts and wood/signs projects. I would never thought to use acrylic on hat, Is the paper on the back the adesive? or can you use other ways to bond it? is it the same with leather?,,,,ohh youall sound like a new yowrker like me:)
I use hydbond adhesive that’s what’s on the back. His link is in the description! It works great I use it on my leather as well. & thanks for the comment I appreciate it! Hats are my fav!
Hi There. I really appreciate your videos. Keep up the good work. They really do provide a lot of value. I’m new to the laser engraving community and would like to start a business with making custom hats. I’m a professional detailer, and I want to incorporate the automotive industry into the laser engraving industry. I have a lot of great ideas. “Imagination will always be more powerful than knowledge.” I’ve researched the adhesive people use for the leather patches, I’ve come across Dura-Bull. What are your thoughts and comparison with that and the one you are currently working with Hydbond. I’m most likely going to start using hydbond because you are recommending it. Also how are you able to get the different colors when you cut out that patch for the hat, the red white and black? Thank you again!
I have never tried dura-bull to be honest after using Hydbond I didn't see a reason to try anything else. This stuff is really strong. The three colors is done by using a three layer plastic that's sold by Rowmark. You can get it at JPplus. They are linked in the description.
Cool content from one channel to another but I have to ask, because I didn't see it or maybe I missed it, and I was hoping it would be here but you stated you use Hydbond only for your products, but in this video the bond process of adhering the Hydbond to the acrylic, was skipped entirely, did you buy it already adherered from Hydbond? imo I believe that is the most critical lesson to learn in creating acrylic patches. In my experience and testing the acrylic especially Rowmark and Duets tend to have a shiny backside that adhesives have issues bonding too unless its sanded (or scuffed to create something to adhere to, you have any info on that process? @hydbond feel free to chime in on this if possible
I adhear the hydbond just like you would with leather, by just ironing it on. This was not they stuff you can buy with it already applied. Have you tried Hydbond? Because I have had no issue with it not sticking even on the smooth surface. I definitely needed to go into more detail on the process and will be making sure to do that in future videos. I really appreciate the feedback as it helps me learn how to make better videos. If you have any more questions about the process feel free to message me on Instagram @ Wyldewillowwoodworks or email me Wyldewillowwoodworks@gmail.com I tend to loose track of the comments on here and might not see it.
I actually know Josh from Lonestar and have used his product, but we have our own GripTec adhesive very similar, I use for the leather patches we sell, I appreciate the reply, keep doing what your doing. look forward to your future growth@@WyldeWillow
I don't know if this is a dumb question. But how did you get the red and black together? Is it your acrylic. Did it engrave that color? Thanks, i'm new to lasering.
Very informative. Answered my questions so many other videos didn't. Great job! I subscribed. I am searching for a good video on making magnetic hat patches with no luck. Would be great to learn this from you!
I enjoy your videos. The only issue I see is with the Audio. It's real low at times then the volume goes up so I'm constantly raising and lowering the volume controls. I think if you can work that out I believe you will do great. Keep it up!!!
Yess!!!😭 I know you’re so right the next one I’ll make sure that that doesn’t happen again I could see how that’s kind of annoying. so I made this video in a two day span and the parts that you hear me talking really quiet, one I just woke up, 😂 and two my son sleeps in the room next to my office. 😭 Thank you so much for your feedback. I love receiving these kinds of comments so that I can get better at this!
First time watching and this is a pretty cool use of lasers! If you got some CAD skills, you might be able to design and 3D print a clamp that'll retain that curve you're setting. Or maybe take two pieces of wood with that same curve and rubber band or hand clamp them together? Not sure how hot that is and if you go with a 3D print, maybe try a higher temp plastic like PETG.
Just need a 3D printer first. I have thought about getting one but honestly don't have the time to learn something new. Might give the wood idea a try. After bending 200 of them I definitely would like some kinda jig to assist with the process. Thanks for the ideas.
Never thought of acrylic hat patches. Plus pantera! Your my new fav.
And I actually listen to them not just wear the shirt 😂
Thanks for video and the info. I'm just starting out learning my laser. Hats are something I would like to know more about, glad I found you and subbed
Hat are super fun to make and can be a huge money maker.
Good info. I’m interested in that 2 color material. Looks cool
great info, thanks for the video. Awesome shirt too , I saw them 3 times in concert while dimebag was alive!!! getcha pull!!!!!
Fantastic job on your videos. I got lost on how you got red and black together in one patch. (I am brand new). Keep up the great work and I look forward to the next video.
It's a three layer plastic so the the depth of the engrave determines what color is exposed. After watching it back I noticed I wasn't very clear on that. Thanks for the feed back.
@@WyldeWillowWhich product are you using that is 3 layers? Thanks
@@jcrew214 rowmark from Johnson plastic plus
You are doing one of the things at the top of most people's fear list. I've been doing public speaking for almost 5 decades including working as a nightclub DJ, but I can still remember butterflies the size of eagles bouncing around my stomach. The camera loves you (an advantage I sadly do not share) so it's just a matter of time before your channel blows up. A good resource is Sunny Lenarduzzi. She is an awesome coach for learning how to make videos, lots of free content.
Your information is great and really helpful. I have a regular heat press but not one for hats. Might have to put that on the list. Haven't seen all your videos yet but a "day in the life" with some of the stuff sped up is always fun. I'll keep watching and making comments because that's what I do. Thanks for a bright spot in a rather crappy week. 😊
I will check out her channel thanks for the tip. The Amazon hat press I linked in the description is a great press to start with.
Ctrl+G to group Ctrl+U to ungroup makes workflow a little bit easier. great info. thanks for the tips.
I actually have a mouse with extra buttons that I have programed for group/ungroup, undo/redo, delete, and frame. It's just confusing if I use the mouse in the video since people won't know what I am doing. The mouse is so helpful when editing.
Any chance you can cover how the acrylic patch was made? Got to see the design process and the finished project but I'm still dumfounded on how that multicolor patch was made on a laser :)
I was wondering the same thing,what material was used and where to get it from
Sorry I did not go over the material very well. It's a three layer plastic and depending on how deep you engrave it exposes the different colors. Need to work on explaining materials better when I am working with them. Thanks for the feedback!!
It's a tri layer plastic from jpplus there is a link to there web site In the description. I will get a link up to the material as well.
Thanks for following up with the info@@WyldeWillow, Maybe a future tutorial video idea for this multi layer material! Gained yourself another subscriber for sure!
Thanks! That’s what I have. Just wasn’t sure that I got material that wouldn’t work, but it does and the Hydbond I put on it works amazing!
Hydbond works amazing!!!
Thank you for the great video and links to materials. I am new to the lasering world and really appreciate that there is another lady laser-er out there willing to share their knowledge. I'd love to see the other half of your set-up and to learn more about how you got into laser engraving. What steps you took to learn more and figure out the best machine set-ups/materials to use for your applications. I just got an OmTech k40+, and also have an Atomstack A5 Pro, as well as an Atomstack Pro+. It has been quite a learning curve for me but I am looking forward to more videos from you to help me. As a "newb" ,(I have only been doing this since Dec. '23), the way you explain things makes sense to me. Thank you!
Wow I really appreciate this and it makes me so happy I can’t explain things well enough for you to understand! Stay tuned for more videos!
& good luck to you and your laser engraving journey!
Thanks for this video, very helpful.
Glad it was helpful!
best tutorial video! Thank you so much for the tip.
Thank you very much and thanks for watching!!!
New subscriber here. I'm starting to make hats now, leather ones. Never knew about acrylic patches, interesting. Thanks for the video and the sites for free stuff!
They can be used to make some very cool patches definitely worth exploring. Thanks for watching.
Good job on the video
When you ungroup your outline, you can just ctrl click the outline to deselect it, and all other random shapes will still be selected, makes it easier than finding the little shapes. Great video!
Oh heck yes! Thank you so much! I’ll definitely be doing that from now on🙌🏻
@@WyldeWillow I made a couple of test hats last night with Acrylic thanks to your video! Thanks again! (I came back today because I realized you talked about samples and I didn't get any, finding the stuff on your own can be a pain!)
As a retired video training creater myself, I think you did a wonderful job on your video, short of a few small newby problems. The only on worth mentioning is the constant "Ahh" between sentence and thoughts. It is very typical of beginners, and easy to overcome. The other few will iron out with experience. I have subscribed to your feed and look forward to hearing more from you. Thank You.🙂
I tell myself before ever clip don't say "Ahh/Umm" and don't say "okay guys/you guys" but I hit record and I cant stop saying it. Thanks for the advice I really do love the constructive criticism and that is something I am working on. I am hoping as I get more comfortable on camera it will stop coming out so much.
Not sure if you covered this and I missed it, Is it possible to make these with a standard cap press without the bottom heat?
Hello from Portugal, I just found your channel randomly and it's very interesting, but you went to fast to explain on how you engrave and cut using Lightburn, maybe showing the steps, what sheet of acrylic you're using to do that patch and maybe show one run over one example of patch. So far I only used it for wood since I'm a wood hobby guy, but it was very interesting to know that we can do other stuff.... keep going and you have my full support.
I did go to fast and I wish I would have gone into more detail on the material. I will have to make another video that focuses more on those things. Thanks for being understand and helping me learn where I can improve.
Excellent, I didn't get how you got the red colour in the print, part of the audio I don't understand, but the result is awesome!
It's done using a three layer plastic. Depending on how deep you engrave different colors will be exposed. I will work on the audio thank you!!!
@@WyldeWillow Oh, wow, didn't know such plastic existed!
Never heard of acrylic hat patches. Just FYI: to speed things up a bit sometimes. When you have things in different layers, like this red and black here, you can toggle the show slider on the red layer. Then you are able to just drag a large box to select all the black at once. That way you don't have to zoom in selecting small objects. Limits the risk of missing one and having to redo a design.
Oh wow! Awesome & Great info thank you so much!!🤗
You are doing a great job don’t change a thing
Wow I appreciate it!! Thank you
Great job on the video!....just subscribed
Thanks for the sub!
so much information
Hey! I'm so glad I found you!! I just did a mock-up for a custom patch. As far as bending the patch to cool, what if you got a short piece of PVC pipe and rubber bands to hold each patch as you start the next one. Just have to figure out the size of the pipe to get the right curve. How did you get the different colors within the same patch? Thank you for all of the freebies too!! I'm looking forward to checking out the rest of your vids!!❤️🔥
I don't even bend the patch any more. I use a hot plate and preheat the patch. When I do it this way I don't have to preheat the hat and the patch just bends around the hat alot easier. The material is tri-color rowmark from Johnson Plastic Plus. There's a link in the description and a code for 15% off. Thanks for watching!!
Great job on everything👏🏼! Subbed
how....the colors? what did you do to create the patch?
Great video!!! Please drill down into how you made your xTool enclosure and the lighting. I hobbled my Mecpow enclosure out of MDF and really want to make it better like yours. Keep up the great work.
Thank you! Enclosure video coming soon I promise!
You did a great job! I can tell your newer at it BUT YOU DID GREAT. You'll get better the more practice you get / videos you post. At least your have to confidence to put yourself in front of the camera. I've not had the confidence to do that and many others I'm sure are the same! Just keep going! and use any haters as fuel to prove wrong and improve!
And thank you I just started with my laser and some hats. The acrylic is a great idea!
Thank you so much! I appreciate it!
Recently started engraving. I'm loving tumblers . Shoutout to Johnson plastics. They've always been a great company to buy from
100% they have great stuff!!
You guys are the absolute best! Great video, keep it up! Bunch of samples headed out today!🫶🏼
So are you!! Thanks for opening this door for these makers. I know they will be so impressed with your product when they use it!
What thickness are you using for you Rowmark for your hats? Thanks for the video.
1/16
Thank you for all the information
No problem and thank you for watching!
Great video and great info! audio was good, there was a few times it got a tad quieter, not sure if you were trying to keep quiet or if it was just a change in the audio.
My son was sleeping in the other room and I didn't even know I was talking so quite until I watched it back. Will definitely work on that with my next video. Thanks for the feedback.
😂 my first guest was a sleeping kid. Its all good keep up the great work!
Are these doable with a cheap hat press with no bottom heat?
your doing great, keep up the good work
Thanks!
I watched you on the panel the other night and I really enjoyed that your level of knowledge is above mine, but you're still learning and you were asking the "dumb" questions I needed asked of those experts. Also, fantastic shirt! I got to see them 3 times before the end.
Keep up the content, I'm learning a lot.
Dumb questions is what I am here for 🤣 I know how to get most things done but talking about it and using the proper terms for everything is a real struggle for me. Hopefully making these videos will help with that. Thank you for watching.
You need to upgrade to the P2 asap you won't regret it 😁✨️
It's definitely a laser I am interested in. I was just looking at it the other day. I like that the bed is perfect size for 12x24 sheets and thats what most my Rowmark, leather, and leatherette comes in.
@WyldeWillow yes its 12x24 but you can only use about 23.5x11.5 of it but it does cut all acrylic like butter I'm wishing they make a bigger machine I've has mine since it came out but I need to make bigger projects lol
@grafxbynando_vlogs I think that size would still work good since I usually leave a little on the edges of my sheets to put magnets. But would be nice if it was a little bigger since I don't like running my laser near the edges.
@WyldeWillow yup I don't run by the edges either but if you do get it you'll see the huge difference and work progress so much faster
Fantastic Video! Great resources. I will be following for sure. What kind of profit are you looking at? How much do you sell the hats for vs using Leatherette?
I keep all my prices the same with leather, leatherette, and Acrylic. However I think you could charge a little more if you wanted to, I just want to keep it as simple as possible for my customers. I basically price my hats to where I am good with the price for any material and if I use cheaper materials like leatherette I considers it a bonus. I only charge more for two layer patches
I just found this channel, you are doing awesome with youtube already. Only 2 videos but they are looking great. I am considering making some videos as well, what editing software are you currently using? Keep up the great work. I subscribed and look forward to more from you. I have a 100w co2, and a 60w fiber laser and a cnc machine. I started with a 10w laser mounted on to my cnc machine but quickly decided i needed a purpose built laser. I considered another diode laser but i ended up getting a deal on the co2 so that was a huge difference. They both have pros and cons, there is no perfect laser. Co2 is definitely for cutting if thats what you do most, but the diode can do more delicate materials that a co2 just is too powerful to engrave on. Thank you for the tips.
I use capcut for editing. I can not wait to get a C02 but I make it work with the diode for now. Thank you for the kind words
It's a great day when we learn something new, and today I learned something new from you! Thank you for introducing the Rowmark tri-layered plastic. You bottoms Up patch turned out great and to be honest, I was blown away to see that product. Even though I don't have a laser yet, it has me thinking about what I can create.
Your lesson for today is about recording; make sure everyone is out of the house and now sleeping lol. I felt like you and I were having a serious discussion that we didn't want to be over heard lol. This is all a part of your journey Emily, recording content, editing and publishing will make laser wok look like a breeze. Your off to a good start so KMF (keep moving fwd)!
I wanted to let you know about one more alternate to the Thunder laser; look at TTP Laser from Canada, the Stingray 51. I reached out to TTP Laser and they responded very quickly. Your US dollar will go a lot further buying from Canada, roughly 37% savings, and the machine is a beast. I am leaning their way now lol
Awesome info! Thanks for the feedback and commenting! I appreciate it! I’ll definitely look into that as well! Good thinking
Love it! Thanks for the knowledge. looking forward to more.
Thank you!!
Very interesting I’m getting in to the hat business it’s easier to market.
Very interesting to see your process from the beginning and your explanations.
You got a new sub, i'm curious to see the evolution of your business :)
Thank you and thanks for subscribing!!!
Thanks for sharing the process
No problem! Thanks for watching
This is amazing!! I literally just got my Aeon laser so I'm learning and this video is my fav so far! You opened my mind to a game changing avenue! Thanks for the gems 😀
Thank you for your comment! So glad you enjoyed the video!!
@@WyldeWillow Of course! What hat companies do you find provide the best quality merchandise?
@@ALIGNED-ILLY I use Richardson and yupong. I usually order from S&S activewear or epic sports
I saw how you assigned a color to the different parts in light burn, but where does the multicolor come from on the material?
Sorry I should have explained that better it's a three layer plastic and based on how deep you engrave it exposes the different color layers.
Love your videos so far. ❤❤❤ Great quality. Please keep it up. I am also a fellow female laser business that works on a lot of hats. It’s so nice to see another female in this niche w a channel. I follow other female business channels that makes all sorts of things, mostly super girlie stuff like stickers, mugs, and candles….its nice to find another chic in business outside the over saturated girlie stuff. Finally…..
I really appreciate your comment! You’re so kind! It’s little intimidating making a channel but I’m just going to try and do my best to have fun with it put out useful information hopefully 😂
@@WyldeWillow We truly are our own worst critics. You are killing it and you seem like a natural. 👍👍👍 Looking forward to see the video about your lights. Been looking to stylize my workspace. I’ve been playing with the wrong lights, haven’t found what I liked yet until I seen your setup. I was like “Yaas, that’s what my space needs!” Cuz having a space that is functional AND aesthetically pleasing makes me want to be more productive. 🙃🙄
Blessings from Nicaragua! Love the idea and love your videos.
Blessings to you as well! Thanks for the comment!
Never would have thought about an acrylic hat patch. Very cool. Is that just a thin 3-color/layer acrylic, I assume? BTW, great job on the videos so far! Keep up the good work!
Yes its three layers and it comes in a few different colors. You can also get it in two layers and there are some many options with the two layer acyrlic.
Awesome video!! Thanks for such good info. When asking for the samples which are good for making the hats? I went to the duet website but ther is so many different choices, are u using the indoor outdoor? Or which ones can I use for caps. Thanks in advance!
I use 1/16 thickness and anything that says its for laser engraving will work. I use outdoor mostly but indoor as well if that's all I can get the color I need in. I would grab some Duets Laser or Duets Laser XT. Not the Laser XT Reverse. Its confusing at first but its worth it to have so many options for patches and other projects.
Thank u so much for the info, I will give it a try.!
Your doing a great job so far and love the creativity you're bringing us. Keep up the great work! So far audio is great and the video transitions are fun. You inspired me to try out the multilayer products and expand my hat patch options, great idea with the acrylic bend.
Thank you for your comment! I’m so glad I can inspire some of my viewers!
Thanks for helping the community, you gained a new subscriber. What’s your recommendation for a good beginner hat press and where do I get hats?
I would look at the vevor hats presses on Amazon. I have them linked below. They are relatively cheap and actually work really well. I get my hats mostly from s&s Activewear. They are a wholesale site though. If you can't by wholesale look up the facebook group "Richardson hat wholesale".
I mean you are REALLY rocking this!!! Thank you so much! you would know how much Ive been looking at Rowmark since I discovered that material a few weeks ago on Reddit... I"ll be looking to order some and this info is incredibly valuable and with Hydbond I found laserable cork I've been hunting for. THANK YOU! note: Maybe adjust Mic Levels so you don't have to whisper in your own office? or are we going for some ASMR? LOVE the channel! keep it up!!!
My son was sleeping in the room next to mine and I didn't even know I was whispering untill I watched the video back. Definitely will work on keeping the audio more consistent. Thanks for the feedback!!
Hi, really liked your video on Rowmark, but did I blink, I would have liked to see some cutting and ‘weeding’ of the Rowmark as it is unclear as to if this was stacked or how the various colors work…
Sorry I should have gone deeper into the product I was using. Its a three layer plastic. You achieve the different color based on how deep you engrave. Thanks for the feed back I will definitely be working on that for my future videos.
Thanks for the video. Can you tell me what the yellow thing is you have on your hat press?
It's just a micro fiber cloth I use to help make the hat fit on the press better. Most hats fit with out it but I have issues with the Richardson 112s getting wrinkles if I don't use it.
Sorry - I missed all of what you said - I'll have to watch again...
Haha thank you!!
looks cool! can you make a video of the complete cutting proces. with the materials.
Ya in the near future that would be a good video! I can definitely donthat
Appreciate your video and the links to the products. I am going to order the samples. Thank you!
Woah! Love hearing that! I’m excited for you to try it out!
Hi, great video, just wanted to ask you what kind of padding do you have on your heatpress? To raise up the padding? Thank you!
I used a microfiber rag and taped it down I folded it to make the middle a little higher.
Hello, would you happen to know what setting for engraving and cutting i would need i have a xTool d1 10w and i have some Rowmark 1/16
To be honest. I’m not to sure because I have a 20w. When I used to use my 10w I had the hardest time with mdf and never even tried rowmark with it because I never thought it would work. But let me ask my husband see if he knows of a cut setting for you.
@@WyldeWillowawesome thank you so much
Your off to a great start! Your hats look like such high quality. Would you be able to share where you buy bulk orders? I’ve got a few off Amazon but wasn’t thrilled with the quality.
Thank you!!! I buy most of my hats from S&S Activewear.
I absolutely love your videos. Keep up the great work!
Thank you so much this is alot harder than I expected but I am super excited about all the positive feed back.
I also have diodes, but haven't totally dove into doing plastics because of cutting. I have a 10w Aufero. The 1st thing i'd probably use it on would be 2 color plastics with a white core. I don't believe the blue diode would cut through that. I do have the xtool F1 which has an IR laser. Not sure if that would cut, but it's also a small working area. Thoughts on the cutting of the plastic?
I have cut the stuff with a white core with my 20W so I think you could get it with your 10W might just take you more passes.
did you figure out the zero pressure issue? im wondering the same on mine too
No I have not figured anything out. I kinda just go by feel now. Pretty annoying on a press that cost as much as this one.
@@WyldeWillow I think you need to recalibrate the pressure. It's in the user manual. You go to settings, calibration, then go to pressure. You back it all the way off pressure wise (counter clockwise), then you use the 1/8" foam. you lower the handle until the electromagnet lightly contacts the plate and select the "set min point", then you open it, rotate the dial 3 full turns ( i used a piece of tape to mark it) then you go to close it until it lightly contacts the plate again and then select max point. from there i would follow the stahls video on how to adjust pressure. i just got my 360 and it was showing as pr 0 on the screen and giving me all these issues and i think this fixed it for me
Btw I have been doing laser engraving for a few years now, and i came across your page and I love the videos so far. great job :) And I love pantera too
@@christinagorham Wow this is exactly what I need to do. Thank you so much I had no idea you could do that. And thank you for watching I really do appreciate it!! Pantera is my older brothers favorite band so I grow up listening to them. Love them!
@nathanjohnston8551 check out the comment above might be exactly what you need!
@@WyldeWillow Let me know if it fixes it for you. hope it helps!
Good morning! What’s the thickest acrylic you used on a hat?
1/16 from Johnson plastic plus
What thickness Rowmark material have you found works best for hats?
1/16 is what I use
Great job Emily, just some little sound adjustments, so easier to hear at 1.3 minutes into your production (mostly great sound)
Thank you for the feed back I really do appreciate it. Will definitely be working on keep my audio more consistent.
I’m trying to buy the duets, what thickness do you go with for your patches ?
1/16 from Johnson plastic plus
is that Rawmark? what is that product model?
Really appreciate your videos and I think you're doing a great job! Really awesome to see a TH-camr as they are building a brand on here. If you don't mind a question, just curious what camera you're using right now? That might even be a video idea to show your setup for recording, etc too Cheers!
Thank you! I am just using my phone to record. It's an iPhone 15. I am looking at some new cameras so maybe after I upgrade some stuff I might make a video. But right now it would be a short video 😂
Considering getting into hats myself. Thanks for the videos. Acrylic patches are certainly interesting and are a viable option for those that don't favor the leather patch look. How well are they adhered, though? Have you done any durability testing?
Haven't done nearly as much as I have with leather but I know I have to use pliers to get them off. I think they will hold up pretty good. They are hard plastic so breaking might be a concern if the hat is bent wrong.
Loving that shirt!
Thanks! It’s one of my favorites!
Any chance you would share your library of saved settings with a fellow XTool 20 watt user?@@WyldeWillow
@@brandonalford4757 what settings did you wanna see? There is a lot lol also just be aware that I can’t promise they will work for you. I always recommend doing a material test grid first!
Well it looked like there was a way to save or export the library and vice versa import or load in a library. I have never used the library inside of lightburn. @@WyldeWillow
Some people don’t know awesome is a concentrate and if you dilute it in another bottle with water it last way longer. There’s even dilution recommendations on the bottle.
I am one of those people 😂 I will have to try that out always just use it as is. Thanks for letting me know.
What is the thickness of your 3ply acrylic? Thanks
1/16 is what I use
I missed how your patch got black white and red color from the laser?
Sorry I didn't make that very clear. It's a three layer plastic and the different colors are exposed based on how deep you engrave. Note to self explain materials used better. Thanks for watching.
I sent a request for the free samples of everything in the video. You did fine explaining everything. I’ll do better understanding after I do a test on it myself. Appreciate your feedback and you’re doing a good job. Thank you
That’s pretty badass, I haven’t seen anyone heat press acrylic. Opens up way more possibilities. 👍🏽
Right!! I love it. It truly does open up a lot of possibilities!
Wait what? What acrylic is this again. I want to give it a try 😮
@@magicmanny72 rowmark from Johnson plastic plus. Links are in description to get free sample of plastic and small sheet of hydbond adhesive!
Thank you so much, you are awesome 🥰
Great video, I'm not familiar with these acrylics I was hoping you would go a little more in depth on how they work. Are they multi layered and multi colored?
Ya I’m sorry I didn’t explain it as much as I should 😭 this one in the video is a tri color rowmark from Johnson plastic plus. Comes in a white plastic sheet once engraved, it engraves to red and black depending on how deep you go. If that makes sense
@@WyldeWillow thank you for the info 😊 .... great videos keep them coming
How long does it take to receive the samples? I ordered them last week and still waiting for them to arrive. Also what hat suppliers do you recommend?
I can't remember how long the samples took exacltly but I want to say a week or two. S&S Activewear if you can buy wholesale if not richardson hat wholesale on Facebook.
I'm nrw to laser engraving. I didn't know they engraved in color or did i miss something?
You missed something lol the material is layered. So the laser engraves layers off to show each color!
@@WyldeWillow okay. Would like to see a video on this prosses.
What is the thickness of the acrylic do you use?
Great video! How about an outtakes clip? Thanks for all that you shared in this video! I have ordered my samples! Question, did you make the acrylic hat patch with a Xtool 10w or a 20w? Keep up the good work!!
Thank you so much!! I honestly considered an outakes clip because there were definitely some very funny ones 😂 might have to include some next time. I used the Xtool 20W.
How do they hold up on the hats?
Haven't done long term testing but they are extremely hard to get off once you put them on. Like you need to use pliers to get them off. I have more concern about them breaking because they are a hard plastic.
@@WyldeWillow Thank you!! That was a very good video.
Im not sure where I found you guys but You are amazing I produced more vidoes then I want to admit your doing fine, stay focuse on content thats where you shine
You made me start looking at the patch/hat , I was burnt out with shirts and wood/signs projects. I would never thought to use acrylic on hat, Is the paper on the back the adesive? or can you use other ways to bond it? is it the same with leather?,,,,ohh youall sound like a new yowrker like me:)
I use hydbond adhesive that’s what’s on the back. His link is in the description! It works great I use it on my leather as well. & thanks for the comment I appreciate it! Hats are my fav!
Great Video!!!
Thank you!
Hi There. I really appreciate your videos. Keep up the good work. They really do provide a lot of value. I’m new to the laser engraving community and would like to start a business with making custom hats. I’m a professional detailer, and I want to incorporate the automotive industry into the laser engraving industry. I have a lot of great ideas. “Imagination will always be more powerful than knowledge.” I’ve researched the adhesive people use for the leather patches, I’ve come across Dura-Bull. What are your thoughts and comparison with that and the one you are currently working with Hydbond. I’m most likely going to start using hydbond because you are recommending it. Also how are you able to get the different colors when you cut out that patch for the hat, the red white and black? Thank you again!
I have never tried dura-bull to be honest after using Hydbond I didn't see a reason to try anything else. This stuff is really strong. The three colors is done by using a three layer plastic that's sold by Rowmark. You can get it at JPplus. They are linked in the description.
łapka w górę 👍 pozdrawiam!
Hello and thanks for watching!
Cool content from one channel to another but I have to ask, because I didn't see it or maybe I missed it, and I was hoping it would be here but you stated you use Hydbond only for your products, but in this video the bond process of adhering the Hydbond to the acrylic, was skipped entirely, did you buy it already adherered from Hydbond? imo I believe that is the most critical lesson to learn in creating acrylic patches. In my experience and testing the acrylic especially Rowmark and Duets tend to have a shiny backside that adhesives have issues bonding too unless its sanded (or scuffed to create something to adhere to, you have any info on that process? @hydbond feel free to chime in on this if possible
I adhear the hydbond just like you would with leather, by just ironing it on. This was not they stuff you can buy with it already applied. Have you tried Hydbond? Because I have had no issue with it not sticking even on the smooth surface. I definitely needed to go into more detail on the process and will be making sure to do that in future videos. I really appreciate the feedback as it helps me learn how to make better videos. If you have any more questions about the process feel free to message me on Instagram @ Wyldewillowwoodworks or email me Wyldewillowwoodworks@gmail.com I tend to loose track of the comments on here and might not see it.
I actually know Josh from Lonestar and have used his product, but we have our own GripTec adhesive very similar, I use for the leather patches we sell, I appreciate the reply, keep doing what your doing. look forward to your future growth@@WyldeWillow
May I ask how did the patch have both red and black colors?
Go check out the link in the description for Johnson plastic plus they have a tri color engravable plastic called rowmark!
I don't know if this is a dumb question. But how did you get the red and black together? Is it your acrylic. Did it engrave that color? Thanks, i'm new to lasering.
It’s engravble plastic. I ordered it from Johnson plastic plus, it’s the rowmark tri color. Links are in description! 🤗
@WyldeWillow thank you so much. I love your content so far, and I look forward to more.
Very informative. Answered my questions so many other videos didn't. Great job! I subscribed. I am searching for a good video on making magnetic hat patches with no luck. Would be great to learn this from you!
I enjoy your videos. The only issue I see is with the Audio. It's real low at times then the volume goes up so I'm constantly raising and lowering the volume controls. I think if you can work that out I believe you will do great. Keep it up!!!
Yess!!!😭 I know you’re so right the next one I’ll make sure that that doesn’t happen again I could see how that’s kind of annoying. so I made this video in a two day span and the parts that you hear me talking really quiet, one I just woke up, 😂 and two my son sleeps in the room next to my office. 😭
Thank you so much for your feedback. I love receiving these kinds of comments so that I can get better at this!
U great🇩🇰💯
Thank you!!!
Love seeing what you create with IPI and Rowmark plastics. Get information and free samples .. no brainer!
PS love the shirt!
Thank you thank you!!
First time watching and this is a pretty cool use of lasers! If you got some CAD skills, you might be able to design and 3D print a clamp that'll retain that curve you're setting. Or maybe take two pieces of wood with that same curve and rubber band or hand clamp them together? Not sure how hot that is and if you go with a 3D print, maybe try a higher temp plastic like PETG.
Just need a 3D printer first. I have thought about getting one but honestly don't have the time to learn something new. Might give the wood idea a try. After bending 200 of them I definitely would like some kinda jig to assist with the process. Thanks for the ideas.
Hello, I think there is some room for improvement in terms of the transition. It's too fast..
volume too low
Thanks for the feed back. I Will correct that in future videos. Thanks for watching.
Free my ass .. if you gonna go the youtube rought .. stop the click bait crap.
Be nice! They send you free product to get started and to learn, not keep selling for free forever.
I have a bunch of free stuff I got directly from the links so kinda confused on how it's click bait. Hope you have a great day!!!
I’m not familiar how you do a multicolor patch? Can you do a video how that works ?
I have a video up on what material I use and how to make the patch as well.