The Magnetic Badge Trading Thread
4th Gear
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Wow I'm seeing interest in both. It's because Craig's work is so good. That second badge has elements that identify it to me...but the first badge is a first rate professional job. When I saw the badges he showed me, I had to get #1 right away because it was done so well.
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6th Gear
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Well I broke down and bought the materials to make my own badges. I got a circle cutter, 30 mil and 60 mil magnet sheets, inkjet printable outdoor vinyl and UV over laminate. Here is my first batch of badges. They are on the 60 mil magnets. Still have a few kinks to work out but getting close to what I want.
Outstanding Mwedge!! 
Gotta love diy badges. I just wish I had the talent/patience.
Gotta love diy badges. I just wish I had the talent/patience.
Well I broke down and bought the materials to make my own badges. I got a circle cutter, 30 mil and 60 mil magnet sheets, inkjet printable outdoor vinyl and UV over laminate. Here is my first batch of badges. They are on the 60 mil magnets. Still have a few kinks to work out but getting close to what I want.
Last edited by Trip024; Jul 30, 2008 at 09:07 PM.
Well I broke down and bought the materials to make my own badges. I got a circle cutter, 30 mil and 60 mil magnet sheets, inkjet printable outdoor vinyl and UV over laminate. Here is my first batch of badges. They are on the 60 mil magnets. Still have a few kinks to work out but getting close to what I want.
i got my magnetic sheet from craft store....i cut circle myself..
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6th Gear
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Does anybody know why this thread fell off my subscription list?
Anyway -- I give up -- how can somebody without high-speed graphic programs make the graphics for the badges?? I'm trying to get mine working, but I've got powerpoint (of which I am a powerpoint ranger), and some of the basic paint/editor, etc. programs. Nothing comes out looking remotely professional.
H E L P P L E A S E......
Anyway -- I give up -- how can somebody without high-speed graphic programs make the graphics for the badges?? I'm trying to get mine working, but I've got powerpoint (of which I am a powerpoint ranger), and some of the basic paint/editor, etc. programs. Nothing comes out looking remotely professional.
H E L P P L E A S E......
I'm back from vacation. msduncan, I see that you've got some help with your badge. Cool!
I'd love to trade with you.x uh oh x, are you still in need of help? If so, PM me your email address and let's see if I can help.
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Circle Cutter:
http://www.buttonsonline.com/cutter.html
Magnet Sheets:
https://www.magnetking.com/index.php?cPath=3
Waterproof Vinyl Sheets:
http://www.texascraft.com/hps/produc...cat=255&page=1
Waterproof UV Overlaminate:
http://www.texascraft.com/hps/produc...cat=298&page=1
The circle cutter will cut the 30 mil magnet sheet with one pass. However to cut the 60 mil it takes 2 passes. I use c-clamps to clamp the cutter into place so it does not move and I am able to get a good cut on the 60 mil. If I can get the roller blades for the cutter sharpened more it would probably cut the 60 mil in one pass.
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From: Rivervale , New Jersey
" Nice Circle " You are so kind.
I am glad you like it .
You just need to start off with matte vinyl.
4th Gear
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Sweet!
Well I broke down and bought the materials to make my own badges. I got a circle cutter, 30 mil and 60 mil magnet sheets, inkjet printable outdoor vinyl and UV over laminate. Here is my first batch of badges. They are on the 60 mil magnets. Still have a few kinks to work out but getting close to what I want.
Mark , those came out fantastic. The circle cutter looks like it worked well .
I like those smooth edges.
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6th Gear
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I think this thread would really take off if Cooper Flags would offer cheaper design services for their custom badges.
I think there are tons of folks who want to do this, or have badges for themselves (and friends), but don't have graphic skills.
I think there are tons of folks who want to do this, or have badges for themselves (and friends), but don't have graphic skills.
i agree...maybe we can sign a petition 
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Design offer
For a limited time, send me your design idea, along with your custom order for 18 badges, and the design time is FREE.
Send me a sketch, photo, image, etc. and a detailed description of what you want. You will receive a proof for approval, and the opportunity for one revision prior to the production of your custom Magtastic Badges.
Ed
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6th Gear
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Sounds like dickdavid just "called out" Cooper Flags. Well, lets get it on!
For a limited time, send me your design idea, along with your custom order for 18 badges, and the design time is FREE.
Send me a sketch, photo, image, etc. and a detailed description of what you want. You will receive a proof for approval, and the opportunity for one revision prior to the production of your custom Magtastic Badges.
Ed
For a limited time, send me your design idea, along with your custom order for 18 badges, and the design time is FREE.
Send me a sketch, photo, image, etc. and a detailed description of what you want. You will receive a proof for approval, and the opportunity for one revision prior to the production of your custom Magtastic Badges.
Ed
In that case, maybe I should wish for one of the new Factory JCW's and a summer home on the beach.
6th Gear
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Sounds like dickdavid just "called out" Cooper Flags. Well, lets get it on!
For a limited time, send me your design idea, along with your custom order for 18 badges, and the design time is FREE.
Send me a sketch, photo, image, etc. and a detailed description of what you want. You will receive a proof for approval, and the opportunity for one revision prior to the production of your custom Magtastic Badges.
Ed
For a limited time, send me your design idea, along with your custom order for 18 badges, and the design time is FREE.
Send me a sketch, photo, image, etc. and a detailed description of what you want. You will receive a proof for approval, and the opportunity for one revision prior to the production of your custom Magtastic Badges.
Ed
Now to decide on a single idea....
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Okay, so I really am a blonde, that's my excuse and I'm sticking to it!
I showed this to the Hubby last night and explained that I'd like to do something with it. Then I noticed the 2008, Oops 
, mines a 2007. Any chance of getting a correction to work with. THANKS!!!
I showed this to the Hubby last night and explained that I'd like to do something with it. Then I noticed the 2008, Oops , mines a 2007. Any chance of getting a correction to work with. THANKS!!!
Hey, I resemble that remark!! Shameless man! But thanks Ed!
4th Gear
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From: Birmingham, AL
Guys we should get the word out to the rest of the forum somehow in case they don't come here. I think this could balloon into
1. a great bunch of people trading
2. a great bunch of business for Cooper Flags
Then when the limited time offer is over, other people would be more likely to pay for the design fees because we would have really started something.
1. a great bunch of people trading
2. a great bunch of business for Cooper Flags
Then when the limited time offer is over, other people would be more likely to pay for the design fees because we would have really started something.
4th Gear
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From: Birmingham, AL
By the way guys....
Here is the full set of four badges Craig drew up for me... I ordered the two you've already seen, but the other two I haven't yet.
The two new ones have my car's name 'Tradition' on them, which also fits well with the Bama football theme....
Let me know if you think one of these would be better for the trading instead...
Here is the full set of four badges Craig drew up for me... I ordered the two you've already seen, but the other two I haven't yet.
The two new ones have my car's name 'Tradition' on them, which also fits well with the Bama football theme....
Let me know if you think one of these would be better for the trading instead...
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6th Gear
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We still need to collaborate.
I love them all, but my favorites are the "A" and the "Elephant". VERY COOL OPTIONS!
By the way guys....
Here is the full set of four badges Craig drew up for me... I ordered the two you've already seen, but the other two I haven't yet.
The two new ones have my car's name 'Tradition' on them, which also fits well with the Bama football theme....
Let me know if you think one of these would be better for the trading instead...
Here is the full set of four badges Craig drew up for me... I ordered the two you've already seen, but the other two I haven't yet.
The two new ones have my car's name 'Tradition' on them, which also fits well with the Bama football theme....
Let me know if you think one of these would be better for the trading instead...