Revealing Our Origin Story: The key to reaching 100k subscribers.

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[@davejsullivan]

You guys are stellar examples of how the brutal times in life don’t have to dictate your future. I subscribed because of how positive you guys are. Keep up the good work!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're glad that our positivity has resonated with you. We'll keep working hard to bring you more uplifting content!

[@gloriagonzales8731]

Love your story of how yall met and being so close but yet never knowing. As I listened I thought I'd love to watch a movie like this. Thanks for your story background I love it and will love watching yall even more now. Happy New year guys

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Haha, who knows, maybe our story will become a movie someday! We'll start taking casting suggestions now 😉 Thanks for your comment and happy new year to you too!

[@elizebuys2018]

I got hooked on the two of you a number of years ago and just adore the way you two complete each other. Congratulations with your well deserved KZbin achievement and all the best with your dreams for 2024. Can’t wait to see what comes next.♥️

[@starbrown1219]

What a wonderful story. It’s so nice that you have taken care of other family members, who needed help. Your videos are fun to watch.

[@TwoSistersCreations]

I absolutely loved hearing your origin story!!!! You two give me such hope. My dream job would be to have a full time crafting business with my sister! We do craft fairs all fall up until Christmas and do fairly well, but I would love to give up my full time nursing job to do sublimation full time and eventually buy a laser to branch out into that niche!

[@heatherlarsen2355]

I loved the back story. Thank you for sharing.

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

I'm so glad you enjoyed the backstory! Thanks, Heather!

[@Truecrimequeen68]

Congrats...you guys really deserve it.

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Aw, shucks! We're blushing like a tomato right now. Thanks a bunch!

[@Truecrimequeen68]

You guys are so inspiring. I love your story. Kim, his jokes must have been really funny that you fell head over hills and his little hand lol. I love watching you both. Again, congrats bc you both deserve it.

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

We are truly grateful for your support and kind words. It means a lot to us that you find our story inspiring. Garrett's humor definitely played a part in our love story, and we're glad you enjoy watching us both. Thank you for the congratulations, we feel incredibly blessed.

[@pegeggeggleston4315]

Hi Kim and Garrett - Your story is inspirational and we appreciate you bringing us along for the ride. Congratulations and continued success. Love PegEgg

[@tazlady71]

Congratulations I been watching you two for a couple of years and you are so inspiring

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Who would've thought that two random people on the internet could inspire someone for a couple of years? We're flattered! Thanks for watching and being a part of our journey! ~garrett

[@user-vi7jb7fi9u]

Very inspiring video! My husband and I love watching your videos. Congratulations to both of you! 🥳

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you for your wonderful comment! We're so grateful to have amazing viewers like you and your husband supporting us. Your kind words motivate us to keep creating content that inspires others.

[@FiveFishAudio]

Thanks for sharing! Very inspiring! And congrats on your Silver Play button!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thanks so much!

[@stephaniegoodrich212]

Look at Corporate team building events... If you were closer, our company would totally do that

[@debbiebarger7311]

Thank you both

[@craftingwithjean5599]

Have really been enjoying your channel and have shared with others. Thank you both for being so relatable and inspiring.

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you've been enjoying our channel and sharing it with others. It means a lot to us! Thanks Jean!

[@asherdiy]

Wow - great stuff. Inspiring to hear stories like this from laser biz owners who are crushing it like you guys!

[@veea.4936]

Hi you two, from East Tennessee!! 😊

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Hey there! you are just around the corner!

[@hknjue]

Watching from Dubai, congratulations!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@TYGod2011]

Great job with your life's journey. Keep up the good work and may there be more lasers in your future!!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you so much for your kind words! We really appreciate your support and encouragement. It means a lot to us. Keep watching and stay tuned for more exciting content!

[@FoiledDuck]

love the story of you two ! you guys are amazing and have such amazing chemistry . Congrats on the 100k cant wait to see more youtube plaques from you two

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Hey there! Thanks a million for your awesome comment! We're stoked that you love our chemistry and our story. 100k is a huge milestone for us, and we can't wait to share more KZbin plaques and exciting adventures with you! Stay tuned!

[@BirdzofaFeather]

Wow, congrats you two; well deserved!! Thanks for sharing your origin story; it was great to learn more about you. You're such an inspiration.

[@rookdebpoye6166]

I REALLY enjoy you both every time I see you! ❤❤❤

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

We're truly grateful for your kind words and continued support. It means a lot to us that you enjoy watching our videos.

[@kevinandpennylct2415]

Thank you for sharing your interesting journey. I love your lives and videos.

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you for your support and love! It's comments like yours that keep us motivated to share more of our journey and create even better videos. We really appreciate you!

[@yoya9193]

I subscribed on your first gloforge video (3 years ago) because I was researching and did not buy a glowforge lol but I have a laser and a business now. my niche is laser and crochet crafts.

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

That's amazing to hear! It's great to see how far you've come since then. Laser and crochet crafts sounds like such a unique and interesting niche!

[@sandragentz9442]

Congratulations 🎉 It's been a journey. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you for your support and for being a part of this incredible journey. We couldn't have done it without you! Sandra! You have been there from the start!

[@audio6652]

What a great story 👍🫵🏼

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you for your kind words! It means a lot to me that you enjoyed our story.

[@evaempress]

This was actually really great to hear more about you, but moreso, just what all you went through business wise, the paths you took and opportunities that came of them. Thank you for the insight!

[@bobbyhunt100]

Thanks guys, I found that sooo interesting and it has given me some insight into the wonderful chemistry which exists between you both. I love your videos with a balanced mix of Garrett's humour and technical skill and Kim's amazing sense of colour combinations and both of your design application and fingers on the pulse as to what is currently popular. Keep up the great work and a big "G'day" from Australia!

[@DDIGZ]

Awesome! Congrats!!! I just got the Omtech Polar. Doing material tests now as we speak! Love the videos. Virginia Beach in the house!

[@vickicarter96]

Beautiful story. I always enjoy watching your videos. I think some time ago, i watched a video of you guys putting resin on a tumbler. You were using a torch to pop bubbles and set it on fire. If i remember correctly, my how far you have come. I love your designs and have made a few. I typically make them as gifts. I can't wait to see what you come up with in 2024.

[@sandrapride1046]

Great overview! I found you in the Auntie Tay days.

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Ah, the Auntie Tay days! Those were the good old days, weren't they? Thanks for sticking around all this time. I promise to keep bringing you awesome content!

[@luv2craft]

Congrats on reaching 100k, and thanks for sharing your story. I wish my husband would take some interest in doing this I would love to start a KZbin channel with him. My WeCreat gets delivered today can't wait to try it out. LOVE your channel, keep doing what you are doing, your content is is a must for laser owners. ❤

[@veea.4936]

You need to hook up with a radio station or a call news channel to get a interview.

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

I appreciate your suggestion! Connecting with a radio station or news channel for an interview is a fantastic idea! I am googling how to do that now! Thank you! ~garrett

[@RNMEDIC1335]

Watching from Wisconsin

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

So glad to have a viewer from Wisconsin! I hope you're not watching while eating cheese, because this video might make you laugh so hard you choke! HA! ~garrett

[@joyweber4659]

I love your story! Thank you so much for sharing.

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the story.

[@davejsullivan]

Have you done a workshop tour? Maybe I missed that? It would be cool to see your other spaces.

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Hey there! A workshop tour sounds like a great idea! We did one a year ago, but everything has changed since then. I think it's time for another. Thanks for suggesting it!

[@katyeske7996]

Your story is AMAZING! Thank you for sharing with us. ❤

[@FunPHYSICZ]

Congratulations to you both. Each of you hit the jackpot. The best asset that you can have to develop a business is to have a supportive spouse, which I found out the hard way. I love you guys. You are really the only channel that I go to on purpose. I have had lasers since 2013 mostly as a hobby. Now I am looking at maybe monetizing this activity as I get closer to retirement. Your videos are very informative and helpful. Follower for life here.

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you so much for your kind words and support! We couldn't agree more about the importance of a supportive spouse. We're thrilled to hear that our videos have been helpful to you. Best of luck with monetizing your laser hobby and we're glad to have you as a follower for life!

[@prptink]

Congrats 🎉 you guys deserve it!! Love your story and journey ♥️ You guys are awesome! Thanks for sharing your beautiful life with us! Cheers to many many more as a family and a KZbin community. Stay blessed guys 🥰

[@anamelendez-dejesus8337]

Congratulations!🎉 Well deserved. 👏 👏 👏 👏

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you for your support! It means a lot to us.

[@mystcxprns]

Congratulations guys!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you so much! We couldn't have done it without all of your support!

[@lisameade9953]

So awesome. Congratulations 🎉

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your kind words.

[@lisalarson2240]

Loved hearing your story. Thanks for sharing.

[@johns8255]

You guys have a great story, Congrats on your success!

[@lisameade9953]

Love hearing your journey. Such a great story.

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Aw, thanks! I'm glad you didn't fall asleep during our story. We promise to keep it interesting in future videos too!

[@lisameade9953]

I realized I began to follow you clise to the beginning. I remember watching a couple if furniture videos, covid and your announcement that you were leaving your job. You both are amazing, inspiring and admired. (I became a patron at the beginning of that offering)

[@aprildavidson5671]

Congratulations 🎉🎉

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you so much!

[@sonyadurden7980]

Congratulations!! love watching!!!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you for the congratulations! It means a lot to us that you enjoy watching our content. Your support keeps us motivated to keep creating!

[@tracywilliams61]

such a wonderful story, love you guys and your are my favorite channel!!!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Aw, shucks! We're blushing over here! Thanks for the love and for making us your favorite channel. We promise to keep bringing you more wonderful stories!

[@samuelsmall8449]

You guys are so awesome. You have definitely inspired me as I ventured into my craft hustle. Keep up the great work. I look forward to seeing what’s coming next.

[@vanschat]

What an awesome story! Thanks for sharing it. Cannot wait to share the rest of your journey in 2024! Have a Blessed New Year and congratulations on your 100 000 subscribers!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you so much for your kind words Trudy! We're glad you enjoyed the story and we're excited to share more of our journey in 2024. We've truly appreciated your support and participation in our K&G community since you've joined! Wishing you a Blessed New Year as well!

[@josiecollado4278]

Congratulations! what a great Journey! loved it! Happy New Year

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Wow! Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled that you loved it. Let's make this New Year even better! Cheers!

[@jjsother1274]

I love this! Thank you for sharing! Lots of motivation!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

We are glad we could provide some motivation! Just doing our part to keep you all pumped up and ready to conquer the world!

[@micaelacrochet]

Congratulations on 100k🎉

[@2smoke4stroke52]

such a great story , I'm so glad for you guys finding each other ,and both wanting ,and supporting one other to this day in both business and partnership . I wish to learn more from you both, and hope can find the right market\craft show to present my products as in England find much less shows /craft fairs n in my town its only once every 2 weeks is a farmers market . which i cant attend as full time employed . But i will make it some day as you guys and myself drive me forward to where i want to be. CONGRATULATIONS on 100,000 subs may your journey be long and your story's be great

[@CreatorCreatedCreate]

Congrats guys! We jumped on a board and have been riding the wave with you! You've helped us so much! Love the patreon fam!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you so much for your support! We're thrilled to have you guys as part of our Patreon fam and we're grateful for the info you provide to the whole fam! Keep riding the wave with us!

[@zkolra]

Thank you for sharing your story ❤ it's amazing!

[@lu.kreativ_backup]

Congratulations 🎉 this ist amazing 😍

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you so much! We really appreciate your kind words and support.

[@JennB77]

I LOVE your story!!! I had no idea you guys had met so ‘recently’ and it’s only been a few years for your ‘niche’! Congrats on taking the leaps and making it work!! 🎉

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Haha, thank you! We're actually masters of time travel, so we met in the past but it feels recent to us. Just kidding! But seriously, we appreciate your love for our story!

[@Treetopsecret]

What a journey! Thanks for taking the time to share... looking forward to All the news!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the journey and we appreciate your support. Stay tuned for more exciting news!

[@susanlyle-tidwell5072]

What an amazing story! Love your videos

[@mitchmitchell8062]

Congratulations guys. I really enjoy watching and learning from ya'll as well. 😊

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you so much! We're glad to hear that you enjoy our content and find it helpful.

[@debbiebarger7311]

Love your story

[@lelahkarpen2172]

What's an awesome journey! Congrats on your 100,000 🎉

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you so much! It's been an incredible journey and I couldn't have done it without the support of amazing viewers like you!

[@lorigolden9757]

Congratulations on your amazing journey! 🎉🎉

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you! It's been quite the adventure - ups, downs, and everything in between. But hey, that's what makes it interesting, right? ~garrett

[@loiserwin5991]

Been with you since the good ole garage days.😊 Saw the bookcase video, I believe there was a bed video in there too. Kim wanting a BIG sign for I think it was the kitchen. Was one of your first Patreons. Feel like a parent watching her kids grow up😂😂. AND....I WON YOUR 60K GIVEAWAY. So proud of you both. Congratulations on YOUR 100K achievement. So deserved❤❤❤❤ Happy 2024 to you both and your family🎉🎉🎉

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

From bookcases to beds and tons in between, we've come a long way, haven't we? It's been quite the DIY adventure, and we're grateful to have you as part of our journey. Thanks for being one of our first Patrons and for your continuous support! You've been such an awesome supporter! We appreciate every comment and joining SO many of our lives, you are definitely a founding member of the K&G family and are always there to support us and welcome others!

[@loiserwin5991]

@@KimandGarrettmakeit Thank you❤️

[@marinagarcia4675]

Congratulations on your journey! I love watching your videos! I’ve learned so much from you both and without you knowing, you both have encouraged me to step out of my comfort zone and try new things!! Thank you for all you do and keep up the great work!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Well, thank you for watching our videos and embarking on this journey with us! We're glad we could be a source of inspiration for you. Remember, life begins at the end of your comfort zone - so keep pushing those boundaries! ~garrett

[@lindascraftsandthings915]

Hello! Congratulations on 100k subscribers! 🎉 My husband and I just discovered you guys a couple of weeks ago. You have some pretty cool videos. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. We have been trying to research laser engraver/cutter machines. However, in this video you mentioned that you also had a cnc machine when you were starting out. If you had the choice now, which type of machine would you get - a laser machine or a cnc machine and why? Is there a risk of fire with a cnc machine as there is with a laser? Which CNC machines would you recommend? Which laser machines would you recommend? We have already researched the F1 and they don't have replacement parts for it. We need to get a machine that has replacement parts available either under warranty or by purchasing after the warranty expires. Thank you very much. We would appreciate any advice you can give us.

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Hi Linda! Thanks for joining our community! We appreciate the support! We would highly recommend a laser over a CNC machine. I wouldn't say there's a risk of fire with a CNC machine, but we had a LOT of challenges with it its SO loud and you can't use it indoors. As for fire, you never want to leave either of them unattended. We would recommend the xTool S1 as a great starter, desktop laser. I think most laser companies don't expect the user to do much replacing, I think most of them go with the policy of return and replace with a refurbished machine.

[@DWalkin08]

Your story was so interesting! Are you guys technically in henrico then? I live in New Kent county, and just got an S1 as my first intro into this world! Hope to meet you guys at a show one day!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Hey, thanks for checking out our video! We're actually in Henrico, so we're practically neighbors. Congrats on getting your S1! It's an awesome entry into the world of lasers. You can always drop by the shop!. Can't wait!

[@DWalkin08]

I would love that! I’ll definitely take you guys up on it sometime. Just trying to find time to get it all set up and get started while balancing a full time job with a two year old at home lol.

[@rickeyjordan6897]

Do you guys think there will be an end to the door round game

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Yes and we are already planning for it. I think we have a few more years, but we want to introduce a few new products and start testing the market.