Oooof! Hold on a minute. I'll be right with you.

I have to loosen my belt a notch (or two:-)

OK, that's better.

Well, the sun has set on another fantastic CGS Subli-Q event. If anyone went hungry, it was their own fault.

We saw some new faces, along with some of our old friends. You know me - I can't get enough of meeting fellow sublimators and I wasn't disappointed. Great folks!

On the education side, Jim showed us a combination embossing machine/heat press. It's air-operated and uses a magnesium die to create the image. Remove the die, add a pad to the bottom platen and you have a pneumatic heat press. All for less than $3K!

The new-generation of Premiere glass tiles was on display and as much as I felt they weren't ready for primetime (original generation) it seems they've gotten their problems under control. Very nice tiles.

As promised, I showed samples of sublimated award plaques, demoed the Main Trophy Supply 3-in-1 Maxi Press and showed samples products created with the aid of metal fabrication equipment. Some items were epoxy domed, which created a lot of interest.

After the food fest, we went back inside and had, what amounted to, a "DSSI Live." By that, I mean, we went around the room and people introduced themselves, explained what kind of business they're in and what they're looking to get into. The more experienced, shared marketing advice and sage words of wisdom, based on their personal experiences.

Jim told me that's usually the way their "Learning Center" classes begin, so that the class can be geared toward who's in attendance. Makes sense.

I'm sure the other over-fed people will weigh in with their thoughts. (No pun intended:-)

A hearty thanks to Jim Cagnina, Esther Goodman and the entire Coast Graphic Supply crew.

Great food. Great people. Great information and a great time.

I'm looking forward to the 4th Annual Coast Graphic Supply Subli-Q. :-)

David "The Stunt Engraver" Lavaneri
DGL Engraving
Port Hueneme, CA