I really made a 6ft orange inflatable because of the internet.

When I jokingly said I'd make a custom inflatable if the video hit 50k views, I had about 3k followers and no signal of viral success

It was a long shot to even ask for 50k views, but sure enough, it doubled that.

Honoring my word to my verbal social contract.. I began creating mock ups and messaging suppliers to get quotes.

It’s Never Been Easier to Make Stuff

If you think I had prior experience making inflatables, you are mistaken.

But with the abundance of tools and resources on the internet, making a unique product like an inflatable, has NEVER been easier.

I told chat to make me a mockup of an inflatable.

I went to Alibaba and searched for inflatable suppliers.

I sent them my mockup and logos and asked for prices.

I confirmed logos, details, and sizing. (side note- I changed the design 3 times lmao)

I placed the order and waited.

I NEVER EVEN LEFT MY IPHONE AND I MADE AN INFLATABLE.

THERE ARE NO EXCUSES TO NOT EXECUTE ON YOUR IDEA!!!!

The Manufacturer

Company Name: Yantai Deco Inflatable Co., Ltd

PRODUCT PAGE

They handled every question, design change, and shipping concern.

And more importantly for my situation… they work with beginners.

For less than $600, I turned a random idea into a physical marketing asset I'll use for years.

  • Product cost: $320

  • Shipping: $240

  • Total: $585.60

I’m Giving You The 6-Step Guide

Step 1: STOP overthinking that idea you've been sitting on!!!!

Step 2: Contact the manufacturer (details above for inflatable). Send a mockup and tell them what you want to create.

Step 3: Be open to iteration and confirm all details. My design changed three times.

Step 4: Budget realistically…production plus shipping (and tarriffs). ASK FOR DDP PRICE!

Step 5: Think long-term. Can this be used multiples times? How will you use this beyond the initial launch / campaign?

Step 6: Place the order. Get addicted to turning ideas to tangible products.

What I’m Really Trying to Say

The barriers between "I have an idea" and "I made a thing" are lower than ever.

Manufacturers are accessible. Shipping is global.

You are reading this sentence on the same tool that can produce your idea.

The only thing standing between you and your custom product is EXECUTION!!!

So wtf what are you waiting for?

KEEP CREATING!

Love yall,

Carson

P.S. - Stay tuned on socials for the official “launch” or content campaign I do with the inflatable for Orange Tree Studio.

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