Real projects, practical guides and lessons learned from the Vanco Studio workshop.
Content covering materials, files, processes, finishes and real projects.
Discover how a CO2 laser for cutting and engraving works, its applications and advantages. Learn about this versatile and precise technology for your projects.
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This order came from Germany: a woman wanted a custom 3D bust as a gift for her husband. From a manufacturing standpoint it is a very rewarding job, but it is also one of those that depends heavily on something people often underestimate: the quality and type of the photos.
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This job looks simple: engraving two initials on a roll-style leather bag for storing kitchen knives. But leather is precisely where a “quick engraving” can turn out poorly if three things are not properly controlled: securing the piece, focus and the amount of energy that particular material actually needs.
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For this job, the aim was not to “make a beautiful wall” in the workshop, but to manufacture a tool: a rustic stone stencil so the customer could apply their wall finish and repeat the pattern without visible seams or obvious repetition.
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Sublimation is one of the most effective techniques for full-colour personalisation, but it has one very clear condition: the product must be compatible. If it is not, it is not simply a matter of the result “looking worse”; the print may not bond at all, may look dull or may deteriorate quickly. That is why, before buying a garment or ordering a batch of products, it is worth validating the material.
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When someone wants to personalise clothing (for a company, event or brand), the first question is usually the same: embroidery or printing? And the right answer is almost never “it depends on taste”. It depends on the type of garment, the fabric, real-world use (washing, rubbing, outdoors) and the result you expect to see from a distance.
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One of the most common causes of delays in 3D printing is not the machine, but the file. A model can “look good” on screen and still be unprintable, or require corrections that make the job more expensive. If you want a quick quote and a print that works the first time, here is what you need to know.
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Choosing between FDM (filament) 3D printing and resin 3D printing is not a question of “quality” in general, but of final use. Some projects work perfectly in FDM and are more efficiently produced, while others benefit from resin because of detail or precision. If you are at the prototype stage or need a final part, this guide helps you make an informed choice before requesting a quote.
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Discover the difference between laser cutting and laser engraving, when each process is suitable, real examples and common mistakes. A practical guide for requesting a quote with sound criteria.
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