WHAT YOU NEED TO START A STICKER BUSINESS • How I Started My Sticker Shop On A Budget 2022

[@StickerGuru]

Interested in starting a successful sticker shop? We're currently offering a 5-week bootcamp to get you from start to LAUNCHING the sticker shop of your dreams! www.bigplansacademy.com/stick-to-success

[@ThatGuy-rb5yw]

I have started printing stickers from home. Unfortunately, when exposed to sun they start to fade. Should I worry about fading or just understand they are stickers for kids and will be probably destroyed before any fading anyway. Should I let the fading hang me up or just print and sell? Thank you!

[@silverlining_1995]

There’s no trade secret for a printer. It’s an item anyone can get and everyone knows they need. People just want to know what works and not go broke getting the wrong one. Many amazing artists share what they use from a-z. They’re the real ones and I respect them. Printer will improve quality ONLY. The actual work and art and originality can’t be copied via printer. Thanks for the information and help you shared with fellow aspiring small businesses owners.

[@halflink]

I suspect the real reason behind not disclosing is that they use cheap printers with dye inks

[@silverlining_1995]

@ makes sense tbh...

[@BitznPiecez]

Who would you suggest to follow?

[@ytp1210]

YOUR THE ONLY PERSON WHO MENTIONED PRINTING SHEET QUALITY DEPENDS ON PRINTERS TOO!! THANK YOU! I have gone through so many videos and people think that all sticker paper work for everyone and it's not true.

[@StickerGuru]

Interesting! I feel like printers are even more important than sticker paper in terms of color quality & accuracy.

[@ainnartsu5518]

@@StickerGuru what printer that both suitable for sticker and art print?

[@beardedelephant3023]

Plenty of money for everyone out here. Appreciate you disclosing what you use. Thank you

[@StickerGuru]

Yep! We’re big believers in that idea. Thanks for watching!

[@SalleyneDesign]

I have to be honest, I've never understood why shops don't want to speak about the printer they use or even those who won't say what paper they use. The way I see it, the only reason to consider something "secret sauce" is if someone else can take it and recreate what exactly you've done, like an actual secret sauce lol. But it is literally just a printer. Anyone can buy a printer. It doesn't automatically turn them into successful business people lol. The products themselves are what set you apart. Your designs and your brand. I wouldn't care at all who knew what printer I used. I just think it's so silly. Anyway, just my 2 cents on the topic. 🙂 P.S. I agree, Canon is my jam! They really do make great printers.

[@StickerGuru]

It takes time & experience to do the research to find what works best for you, and it can also get very expensive when you're trying out different equipment. I can respect it when shops don't want to disclose their stuff. time is money!

[@SalleyneDesign]

@@StickerGuru thanks for the response, I think we will just agree to disagree. I do agree that it takes time to research a printer and it takes money IF you are someone who purchases multiple printers to test them out etc. However, if you're someone who has decided to research a printer and has found the perfect one and you now have a business going, that would have happened regardless of whether people ended up asking you what printer you used or not. So that time and effort was already taken and done on your part. Someone asking what printer you use later on down the line is not taking you any time, money, effort, or changing your business in any way etc etc. At this point it would take about 1.5 seconds to say the product name. So the argument of "time is money" is pretty irrelevant at this point. So ya, I just think it's messed up that people will hold it a secret because back when they researched it it took them time to do so and time is money. that just doesn't make sense to me. It's a very mean way of looking at things in my opinion. It's basically saying "back when I did it I took the time, so I'm not going to help you now you go do it yourself". And that's just kind of mean to me. I would tell anybody the printer that I use because the time I took to find the printer is absolutely irrelevant to the person asking what kind of printer I use. I just wish more people supported each other in the art industry because there's such a competitive mentality a lot of times, especially amongst women, that is a little sad. And I look at this topic as one of those competitive natured type of things. I mean, I watch designers on YT who have million dollar businesses and will tell u everything they use. So ya, I just think it's a messed up way of thinking when it's something as simple as a printer. Of course, none of this is directed towards you because you're open and you're super cool, it's just something that came to my mind so I decided to share my two cents LOL 💙

[@digitaldoodlebug1461]

I think it is similar to a secret sauce. I mean a sauce will only have so many ingredients and so much of each. It's likely very similar to every other sauce out there. But it takes months or years of trial and error to perfect it. Just researching a printer isn't enough. It takes money, trial and error. I've been sticker printing for 14 years going through 9 different printers. So you're giving all that away for free. I share info too but can see the other view of not wanting to hand out what has taken years of knowledge and thousands of $ to learn.

[@SalleyneDesign]

@@digitaldoodlebug1461 no prob. We can also agree to disagree. Cuz a "secret sauce" always has something added that was created by the person who made it. If I stole that recipe or was given that recipe, my sauce would then be exactly like theirs which could possibly ruin their business. A secret sauce isn't kept secret because of the years it took to make it, it's kept secret so no one else makes the same sauce lol. What's more equivalent to this printer thing is like a chef saying "I'm not telling u what knife I used to cut my meat" lol. And chefs don't keep that a secret ever. The secret is in their recipes, their final products, not the tools they used. It's just silly lol. A printer is a printer. You didn't add special knobs to the one u ended up using for your stickers lol, and if I bought your printer all that would mean is that I have a printer that prints things nice. It would also mean that I am one of maybe a million people with that printer doing whatever with it. My end product would still be nothing like yours and therefore wouldn't affect u. It's silly to keep a printer a "secret" when it doesn't affect your business, your money, your livelihood or even take up any of your time in any way shape or form. Sharing the printer you use is absolutely nothing like a secret sauce. My question is, what do people feel will happen if they told someone the printer they used? Is it fear of competition? Or someone doing better than them cuz they now have this printer? Or is the reasoning literally just "you're not allowed to know for free". Cuz to me, again just my opinion, that's just greed and being mean. Especially since so many sticker makers have learned everything they know for FREE on KZbin from others lol. But now it's a huge issue to say "I use this printer" for free? Lol. If I asked u to tell me the printer u used, and also go over everything u do, step by step to make stickers from start to finish, how u design, your creative process, how u set up ur cutting machines etc etc, then I can see why people wouldn't want to give all that info out for free, cuz that's something that could be made into a class. That's giving away the secret sauce. But a printer? C'mon man lol. Also, there are many sticker makers online who already fully share everything they use and have been making stickers very successfully for many years. Katnipp as just 1 example. And not only did she openly share her process throughout all these years helping a mass amount of people get into the business, but she has spoken about her equipment for a long time and and why she uses it, it's features, etc etc etc. Kinda like most people who get new equipment for their business online, it's called an unboxing lol. Anyway, all this to say, I personally think it's ridiculous. But hey, we live in a world with many different people in it. Some are nice and feel great helping others just because, and others are not so nice and feel like everyone should just go figure it out or pay them lol. But again, we can just agree to disagree. You do you and what works best for u. And congrats on a 14 yr business. 🙂

[@PamelaContiGlass]

I remember working in a restaurant where the owners didn't want to have their "Spinach and Cheese Ravioli" recipe published on the local paper. They were terrified people were going to make it at home. Since I am a good cook myself and I was born in Italy, I already knew the recipe, but I remember telling them that even those few readers that could actually make the fresh dough, the ricotta and spinach filling and the rest of it would instead come down and buy it, because I also know how to make them, but that's not the point. I like cooking and eating my own meal, but I don't like cleaning the kitchen after it looks like the russian army has hit it with a flour bomb. Finally the agreed, the recipe was published and not one of our client ever told us they made their own at home. Even other chefs that frequented the restaurant came over to be served, pampered and having someone else do the dishes. That said, my wife and I were glass artists at some point and we had classes on how to make glass. Unfortunately, so many people lack creativity that all our students wanted to do was to replicate exactly what we did and were selling at various gift stores, Macy's etc. We kept telling them to come up with their own designs, but they just couldn't. I can see both sides of this issue.

[@digidrawdude]

I’m so hype! 8+ sticker sales so far!

[@StickerGuru]

woo!!

[@royalelementsofficial]

Congrats! Using laminating sheets could also help (if you're not already doing that)!

[@marilynsaavedra5277]

I do watercolor paintings and was thinking on turning them into stickers, your video was very informational. Thank you!

[@StickerGuru]

You’re welcome! So glad this was helpful! Let us know if you have any other questions!

[@chasityfelix5054]

That was a beautiful video. My bf is an artist and draws amazing cool things. I told him we should do this, make a sticker buisness. I have no idea where to start but in hopes this video will help us to try to get started. Feel like during tax time is the best time to do it coz I'd have more money at that time to buy the things we'd need

[@celiko4099]

Thank you ! I don't intend to open a business but rather just a hobby. I really struggled finding someone talking about paper and also different levels of quality.

[@StickerGuru]

Online Labels offer samples, we highly recommend trying them out! Good luck!

[@royalelementsofficial]

Printable vinyl is probably the most durable option (but most expensive), but regular sticker paper is a 2nd good choice for budget/beginners

[@starthere13]

This is super helpful! Thanks for all your advice. ❤ as someone who wants to start up from nothing it’s good to hear about how you overcame challenges an what’s struggles you faced initially. I appreciate you sharing this unique perspective 💖

[@harjotkaursaini]

Does anyone know any places to get custom mailers/envelopes like she did in the video? They are beautiful and I'd love to include something like that for my future shop!

[@LisaBoulders]

I really appreciate the tip about the free samples. I went ahead and ordered some from both companies.

[@StickerGuru]

Awesome!!

[@sbhm1108]

This is clear , helpful and just overall wonderful . Thank you so much . I feel honestly blessed that I came across this video . Thank you so much !!

[@StickerGuru]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks so much for watching!

[@LoStone1981]

Yay, I actually have this printer (due to photography hobby). So taking this as a sign to get into sticker printing. Thank you!

[@isilwendrake2060]

Great sugestions. Be carefull of recycled/ refilled cartrages they have a fail rate and when you do its voided your warrentys. I work with printer repair and this is the bigest printer killer after lack of use!( one full color ink once a month reccomended)

[@9amStudio]

May the Universe bless you immensely for sharing your sticker paper. Thank you!

[@StickerGuru]

Aww thank you

[@LisaBoulders]

Thank you also for the links for all of the products you use. Very helpful!

[@StickerGuru]

Glad I could help :)

[@matthewgill1885]

Thank u so much for the great info! Have you ever tried the Koala matte vinyl sticker paper? It’s pretty good and am trying to decide if it’s worth switching to the online labels that you referenced. Thanks again!

[@royalelementsofficial]

There are generally 4 finishes of printable vinyl sticker paper: matte, clear, glossy, and now even holographic. We offer all 4 types - and laminating sheets for stickers (super important for increasing/retaining quality and waterproofing). It's all up to your preference as far as finish/style- though some brands are higher quality than others.

[@jollycheeks5271]

How do you create stickers if we are not good at drawing to sell?

[@StickerGuru]

You don't need to be able to draw :) We purchase licensed art from Etsy & Creative Market!

[@nicolemoler9]

Thanks so much for sharing these tips, not all sticker shop owners are willing to share so much. I was wondering if you could recommend a clear matte sticker paper. I can't seem to find one that inkjet ink won't rub off of.

[@royalelementsofficial]

Clear matte sticker "paper" doesn't exist- but clear printable vinyl does! We offer these and have tutorials on best practices for them (hard for machine cutters to read namely).

[@jodieleestudio]

Can you share the company where you get the custom envelopes made? Thank you.

[@StickerGuru]

we found a manufacturer on alibaba

[@harjotkaursaini]

@@StickerGuru Could you give us a hint on what to search to find a manufacturer for the envelopes pretty please!!!???

[@deliciousmiint5027]

I have a question: Do we still have to laminate the stickers if we use the weatherproof sticker paper? Thank you for the video! Loved it x

[@itsasinine3337]

the weatherproofing, as much as ive been searching the same topic, to my knowledge is only for the sticker paper itself, printing on top of it the ink will still be exposed to the elements and can flake/scratch off, so as far as i know, Laminate everything printed on smooth/glossy paper

[@halflink]

Advice on using 3rd-party inks or refills should come with a disclaimer that this voids manufacturer warranty. Though I'm sure it's also stated in the printer manual/warranty.

[@Stickergeek619]

I couldn't help but notice your background. Would you mind going through a tour of your storage system. Where did you get your storage systems for your stickers or what type of materials did you gather to make them? I'm currently using several filing cabinets, but I see that your system is much more condensed and utilizes the space more efficiently. My average sized stickers are no bigger then 8x6 inches. Do you have any recommendations? I appreciate you. Great content BTW!

[@StickerGuru]

You can actually watch our studio tour and setup here! kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGnbqGpsa52bY8U

[@betyerpwet]

This is very helpful! Thank you! Could you please do a video of your printing process next? I am curious to see how you do the color first then the laser. I didn’t realize that the OLC Weatherproof paper is both inkjet and laserjet suitable.

[@StickerGuru]

Thank you so much! That's a great suggestion!

[@dillp671]

Thank you for the video. Very helpful. Do you know if there is any alternative to cellophane baggies?

You guys are the best! 💛 you know this 😂. All the sticker shop information that you share is great. Looking forward to more of these types of videos ☺️

[@StickerGuru]

Thank you Ana!

[@Hi-dg6kx]

Do you need a shipping label machine? And how do you know when a sale has come through? Especially for real beginner who is starting out.

[@augurheist5637]

You need an e-commerce website so people can order there. Then when a sale comes through you can see their shipping address info and that’s when you package things up

[@jananstunes]

I'm subscribing because people are hating on you talking a certain way. That's is just proof that your successful. Successful attracts haters. Well done on your business! And use thier crap talking as fuel into success sista!

[@StickerGuru]

Thank you! 🥺 We appreciate you! 😅

[@QOrtiz]

Thank for the free sample links!

[@StickerGuru]

Of course!

[@synapsonm3483]

Thank you sooo much for sharing with us your experience and knowledges on stickers. I really appreciate it and you'll save me time for sure ! Plus, I'm French and not very fluent in English but I understood everything you said you're very articulate so thaaaaank you :) I suscribed

[@StickerGuru]

you’re welcome! Happy to help!

[@nicolecodegirl]

I just bought the Cricut maker 3, cutting mat, and the Epson eco-tank printer. What else do I need?

[@StickerGuru]

We gotchu. Check out our freebies here where we break down everything you need: www.bigplansacademy.com/freebies

[@jillbaker9487]

Thank you for the great information! I understand that the paper you recommend (OL177WJ) you use is waterproof, but should I also laminate the page before inserting it into my Cricut?

[@lsl2510]

I got so excited when i saw that you refill your catridges manually hoping that you would reveal what refillable ink to search for but sadly its a trade secret :'( cause i have the exact same printer as yours and my ink just ran out recently so I'm in a dilemma now on whether to purchase 3rd party catridges cause i have no idea what kind of refillable inks to buy.

[@kelyrin]

Same here ! Have you found something that you like ? I tried one brand of refillable ink but honestly the colors don't even come close

[@lisaw8]

Hi Lisa, Great video! Thanks for being so upfront and honest with sharing your experience. I’m looking to print black and white stickers that people can color themselves. Can you please suggest sticker paper, and also if you have a professional printer you can recommend if I go that way? Thanks so much!

[@HeatherValentineMsFoodie]

IMO the first paper she mentioned because it is like coloring book paper, I was very upset when I got mine because I thought it would have a sheen on it. I love your idea and maybe I will make coloring stickers with them. 😊THANK YOU

[@SamanthaHuether]

Have you ever looked into a thermal printer? I am currently using my Cricut maker to make dye-cut stickers, but I want to start making stickers in bulk. I am trying to do research on a thermal printer to see if it will do dye-cut stickers or if I just have to stick to the Cricut.

[@ChaosOrZen]

Thermal printers are what they say they are. Affected by heat, not permanent

[@laaceymathis]

THANK YOU. Some of us are not looking to start a business, but want to have good quality stickers. Any suggestions on using laminate over the sticker label sheet for "waterproof" stickers?

[@susanpoorman9303]

Very helpful. What was the name of the cutter machine you use please?

[@StickerGuru]

We use Silhouette Portraits!

[@lildee_w6254]

How do you come up with designs? I feel like that’s my struggle 😅

[@usalinksystem5312]

The sticker business is interesting and so are your tips. Wish you success in your work and hope to see some new videos with new tips.

[@StickerGuru]

Thank you!

[@dear868]

Curious, what’s the average or standard size for a cellophane bag that is used for packing stickers? What’s the best sized bag to get generally speaking? Thanks

[@paulaortega3756]

I’m just a home crafter who would like to print a few stickers for myself and 7 year old granddaughter. I just want a recommendation for a printer that won’t jam up. I’m not out to overtake sticker businesses. Why not share some general recommendations, instead of keeping it a proprietary secret? It seems like the crafting community I follow is more willing to share ideas and tips than the small business community. Thank you to this channel for sharing your printer recommendations.

[@StickerGuru]

We share TONS of free educational tips over on our Instagram @stickerguru as well as our podcast, Big Plans Podcast!

[@di.estudio]

What perfect content! Thanks a lot for your tips! ... please where can I find these paper boxes to store the stock?

[@StickerGuru]

uline!! thanks for watching!

[@xanaxoxo]

I'm so happy about this I've wanted to start a business for a long time and this video has helped quite a lot but I'm wondering can you use any printer so like a hp one and how do you make stickers, so like an iPad?

[@StickerGuru]

Hi! Yay, we are so glad this video was helpful! We actually have a sticker shop ecourse now where we teach you exactly what you need and how you do it. Here it is if you're interested! www.bigplansacademy.com

[@thuuy10]

Amazing video and great tips! Might be a dumb question sorry. But when you print on the sticker papers how does that work? And do you need a top layer to seal it or what?😅

[@judipalumbo]

@Sticker Guru, can you tell me where you get those boxes that are behind you.... I believe you are storing your stickers in them? They seem to fit perfect in a Kalax. I have a 16 cube Kalax and I have those half inserts too. If you could tell me where you got the boxes I would so appreciate it. TY for your video, information and help!

[@StickerGuru]

They're boxes from Uline! Super great for storing stickers and other stationery items like washi and pens :)

[@shawnytsunami7219]

Thanks!

[@StickerGuru]

OMG, thank you so much! I'm glad you found it helpful! Thank you for being here.

[@studiobyshirley1563]

You can make that packaging with all of the equipment you have, may I ask why you outsourced it?

[@StickerGuru]

It’s not our specialty and making just one custom mailer would take several minutes. It’s worth paying a few cents for a manufactured one vs. spending 10 minutes of my time to make one. Sometimes it’s a better use of your time to outsource rather than trying to do everything yourself!

[@Kingpres-b7u]

You are awesome!!! what do you use to organize your stickers?

[@StickerGuru]

Everything is linked in our Amazon store front! We get a lot of things from Uline, The Container Store and IKEA!

[@HyperionSun_]

Thank You. So many guest ions. But what a great start.

[@caliseleste1088]

Thank you. I’m interested in puffy stickers. To make puffy stickers is it a special printer ? Special paper? Or both? Thank you.

[@madmodem]

Best video for sticker shop info! Thanks!!!!

[@StickerGuru]

You're welcome! :)

[@mrtea7562]

Does using dye based ink not matter if you are using UV proof laminate over the tops of the printed stickers? Heard of people saying pigment fades less but guessing it's irrelevant with laminate.

[@shelleypeppard4694]

This is so helpful Thankyou! So you need a printer to print the sticker, then a silhouette to cut the sticker shapes - have I got that right?

[@StickerGuru]

Correct! You're welcome, Shelley!

[@heisebasse]

Love this ❤️ You got a new subscriber from Denmark 😊 I don't make stickers but I'm thinking about it 😊😊

[@StickerGuru]

Well thank you for being part of the Sticker Guru fam, Heidi! Thank you for watching all the way from Denmark! 🙂

[@estherwang5869]

Thank you for making this video, it's so helpful! May I know where I may find any sticker paper for dishwasher-safe material?

[@StickerGuru]

We're so glad you found this helpful! We can't speak as much into the waterproof dishwasher-safe material since our stickers are made to be used on paper, in planners, so we wouldn't want to steer you wrong!

[@ceceyangg]

A lot of people forget to mention that with using a silhouette that a computer/laptop is required even if you have an ipad... 😔 i got a portrait 2, but cannot use... I could but its so much harder to do. Lots of converting and stuff... its not the same as doing it on their design software.

[@StickerGuru]

You're so right! Definitely essential!

[@Terra_Divina]

Very good tutorial, thank you. Especially for not polluting it with cheap plastic-music. Good content doesn‘t need that. If I may offer one suggestion: it would be even more pleasant listening to you, if you would not bring up your voice in tone at the end of each sentence, but rather grounding it. God bless!

[@StickerGuru]

Thanks for watching!

[@wikinr]

Hi thank you for sharing tips. ❤️. I just want to know when you use the 3rd party ink, do you choose the pigment ink or dye ink?

[@MaureenCreates]

Canon Pro-100 uses dye inks.

[@Kerlanala]

The link for the free pdf goes to the foiling class. Could you please update that? I’m really interested in checking out your pdf. Thanks!

[@StickerGuru]

Here you go! view.flodesk.com/pages/628587d85177e0c449d5c45e

[@Im_AshParker]

Which one of the sticker paper is waterproof? Thank you for the video.

[@royalelementsofficial]

Generally printable vinyl is waterproof or water-resistant. Using laminating sheets for stickers is a good idea though in case. We offer both of those!

[@EveLynBigfoot]

I will definitely be subbing. Thank you for the great information.

[@StickerGuru]

Thanks, Eve! Welcome to our community!

[@MatchaTea00]

Really informative video! It’s a great start for ppl who want to get their stickers out there. Are you able to share where you get the customizable fold envelopes??

[@StickerGuru]

Thank you Tea! We're so glad this was informative. Unfortunately, we don't share this information because they were custom-created for us by our manufacturer, and it was quite expensive and out of the budget for sticker owners just starting out. But we found our manufacturer on Alibaba, and that's where we suggest starting!

[@Photo-Ninja]

Canon P100 is a standard photo printer. So do you use a special inks for printing on the paper you showed or that's the standard inkjet inks? Or maybe the paper is the one which makes the sticker printing possible? Are the stickers you sell durable, I mean wear and water resistant? Thank you so much for this video!

[@StickerGuru]

We use standard inkjet inks. Our stickers are meant to be used in planners & journals, so we aren't concerned with wear & tear too much!

[@curiousorigins]

Wow. I wish I had seen this video ages ago when I first started making stickers. I did so much research and pretty much landed on pretty much everything the same process wise except I chose a different printer. ;) It's too bad it wasn't around yet. Thanks for sharing.

[@StickerGuru]

Thank you for watching! Honestly.. same! It's why we decided to create e-courses for aspiring sticker shop owners, because saw a need, and like you, it was a lot of Googling and youtube videos! And of course, trial and error!

[@HappyHappyPanda88]

can you put up a guide on equipments. Kinda interested in how to make car decals

[@StickerGuru]

We have another video on our channel where we do an office tour and share our comprehensive list of equipment that we use!

[@cannabliz8387]

question... what motivates you to make a video to help a person become your competition in the business

[@elle7037]

KZbin is another business plus she likely has a mindset that being successful in business isn’t based on keeping others down. Rather treating others well can be beneficial in ways that might not seem obvious at first but may still pay off in the end or (insert manifolds of reasons for her helpful service that could apply) OR Plot twist everything she says seems really helpful and accurate but might be lined with nuanced errors to sabotage her competition while boosting likability lmao

[@StickerGuru]

Yes to the first part, there is no plot twist! 😂 One of our brand values is empowerment. We've gained so much knowledge over the past 6 years of running a sticker shop and noticed that there are so many aspiring sticker shop owners out there. We definitely wish that we had mentors when we started out. So yes, you can view it as helping "competition", but we believe that we are all stronger together than apart. There are so many business coaches & consultants in all sorts of industries and we noticed a need in this one. We try to embody an abundance vs. a lack mindset and it has brought us this far! Plus, it's a great way to earn passive income. 😉

[@Lia-np4et]

How did you started the designs for the stickers? Tia.

[@StickerGuru]

Hey! We actually have a checklist on how to create our own stickers. Download your FREE step-by-step guide on creating stickers here 👇🏻 view.flodesk.com/pages/6206d0a9e0eda1a0d870a6f1

[@carrieannkouri2151]

Very informative. Thank you for sharing.

[@StickerGuru]

So glad it was helpful Carrie!

[@thejytv8956]

Are you using dye ink with your canon printer?

[@waltw918]

Hi great content.. where do you get your images and designs for your stickers?

[@StickerGuru]

Hey! Great question! We commission from Etsy and Creative Market. We share more details here: www.bigplansacademy.com/freebies

[@thegamingpicasso7482]

How do you put them in the tear off pads?

[@Ismahenespace]

honey , when you said a canon pixma I FELT A DEEEEEP RELEASE I got one and I wasn't sure it was great for my free bies sticker well seem like it is

[@richiesun9676]

I love those shelves behind you. Where did you get them?

[@StickerGuru]

Ikea - they’re the kallax shelves

[@richiesun9676]

Awesome, thank you.

[@richiesun9676]

@@StickerGuru they look really spacious.

[@kg-giu3760]

Hey really nice video, but I have a question. Could u tell me how big your white coloured mailer is? Thx!

[@PawnieFarshi]

Fantastic video Lisa. Thank you for sharing! What would be the average net profit margin for a sticker shop?

[@StickerGuru]

So glad it was helpful! This is hard to say; like with any business or industry it entirely depends on your unique circumstances!

[@mnsa11996]

Hello, I’m so grateful thank you . sorry to interrupt you but i have kinda a problem asked the local printer store and they all replied that “ canon pixma pro-100 is too old and its not supported anymore “ and as for the link you posted the printer is not supported for shipping to Middle East sadly so can you advice me for other printers versions

[@StickerGuru]

I believe the canon pro-200 is the newer version of the pro-100

[@Peachmibodycare]

Thankyoooouuuuuuuu, for the Doooooo iiiiiiiin thisssssz Viiiiiid eeeee oooooooo 😂

[@ZBR_ProXP]

thank you so much for sharing what you've learned!

[@annafantasia]

Thank you for these great tips! Genuine question, why would you share the type of printer but not how you refill the cartridges? What kind of harm could that really do to your business? 🤔😅

[@StickerGuru]

I don’t think it’s cost effective for people wanting to start a sticker shop! Dupe ink cartridges are cheap on amazon and you aren’t sinking a lot of money if you don’t end up sticking with a sticker shop long term.

[@wardee549]

Hi thank you for the information! Im not going to be starting a sticker business but what I want to do involves making a big “sticker” so Im trying to figure out what is best for the application I am doing. Customers are going to be able to send me a photo of what they want or they can pick an image off of my site that will then be put on a vinyl adhesive “sticker” that I will then apply it to the product and mail it back to them. I would love to tell you exactly what I am doing but I am so affraid someone else will steal my idea. Anyway these vinyl stickers vary in sizes from 5”x5” up to around 19”x19”. Can you recommend a printer that can do those sizes with photo quality? Thank you so much. I love your videos and your uptick lol what a goof ball lol

[@Princess-vh8qr]

Can I use my cannon 4500 series printer or my sublimation ink printer

[@Lookatmyuser1]

Can this printer print on folders? I have my own business so I’m not selling stickers but using them to put on our items we do sell, and gifts. I’m making business cards and would like to be able to print on plain folders- is that possible with this printer? Looking to upgrade. Thank you.

[@daynadaily8073]

Ooh.. love these tips, i could definietly use some of these for my scrapbooking business i want to start up. (Of course different sizes). Refill you own ink?!? Sounds way cheaper than what im doing.. gonna need to research that.

[@cheekeesify]

Your video was very informational. Thank You!! Would having a P.O BOX be better to use for the business or your personal address?

[@StickerGuru]

Thank you! A P.O. box can definitely be a good option if you don't want to use your personal address!

[@tiawandagrace701]

Thanks for sharing your videos and what works and what does work.

[@judydatsme]

Will the cricut expressions work as well?

[@StickerGuru]

It will, but we've honestly never used a Cricut before! We will say that most sticker shop owners do use Silhouettes, but Cricut is probably fine if you are just starting out or making it as a hobby!

[@shescraftyasamother]

I'm here in 2024, have you used the Eco Tank printers yet?

[@rlstone1096]

I was wondering the same! I bought mine for low-cost printing for school (graphic design major) and just recently read some terrible reviews so I'm questioning whether I should purchase the recommended Canon Pixma specifically for color prints and sticker making. Haven't had the chance to try out color printing yet on mine but was hoping my printer would work because of the low cost but now second-guessing. I could request some samples but I'm wondering if it'd be high enough quality for a beginner to sell?

[@mariannem8419]

Anyone know how an Epson printer compares to a Canon printer for stickers? Thank you.

[@StickerGuru]

Personally I wasn't a fan of the Epson printer I tried out but I know plenty of shops that use an Epson printer!!

[@sogandb9942]

Is it possible to replace inkjet printer with a simple and convenient printer?

[@StarbeadsbyNiamh]

Hi am just wondering can use. A cricket to cut the stickers

[@StickerGuru]

Absolutely! We are not as familiar with Cricuts, though :)

[@StarbeadsbyNiamh]

@@StickerGuru okay thank you 💕💕

[@vvvkkk8446]

great video, may I ask for foil with color stickers, what is the waterproof sticker suitable for both inkjet and laser printer? I cant find a good one I can't find , how do you print colors on laser printer the foil will be coated as well, it gets the color toner too...

[@StickerGuru]

We cover all of this & more in our Flawless Foiling course! You can sign up from the link in the description :)

[@sharonshaw2794]

Thank you so much… Great info

[@StickerGuru]

You're welcome! :)

[@jadebond1235]

The online labels weatherproof matte paper you mention is for inkjet printers. Foiling requires printing with a laser printer. Does this paper work with a laser printer also?

[@StickerGuru]

Yes it does!

[@joetworek3648]

Hi there what company do you order your foldable envelopes from that you have shipped from overseas?

[@StickerGuru]

Our custom envelopes are from our manufacturer, which we found on Alibaba.

[@freedomthrubusiness]

190th like! Wow, congrats on all your success! Awesome to hear you turned a creative outlet into a business. You will never have to "work" a day. Keep up the awesome work and thanks for sharing some of your trade secrets!

[@StickerGuru]

Thanks so much! It's a dream come true and we love what we do!

[@sandandsnowjewelry]

i am working on making my frst couple of stickers for my shop and im already thinking about off brand cartridge recommendations for the canon pixma printer? any names would be highly appreciated... tia

[@StickerGuru]

Quick search on amazon & just read the reviews!

[@hopealifebee7061]

Good teacher will be back

[@lynnpesta9900]

im sorry, could you repeat the cutter type that you use? I couldnt catch it

[@StickerGuru]

Silhouette Portrait!

[@lynnjones9030]

Where do you sell your stickers and stuff and btw love your vidoes

[@StickerGuru]

You can shop our stickers at www.stickerguru.com! We currently have a 20% off sale on all our new releases and 40% off our sale section!