The Magnetic Badge Trading Thread

Reply Subscribe

Thread Tools

Search this Thread

Aug 10, 2008 | 12:45 PM

#426

dickdavid

Thread Starter

6th Gear

Joined: Jun 2004

Posts: 1,904

Likes: 1

From: Richardson, Texas

Quote:

Originally Posted by hunsingeruk

This is great but I have too many ideas to have you make 18 badges per design.

I have no problem making my designs, so I don't need any designing from you guys, but the idea of a professional print job might be nice if the price is right

Looks like they've changed it up at Cooper Flags:

http://www.cooperflags.com/ProductDetail.cfm?ID=308

Now you can have up to 3 different designs made on the 9 pack custom order.

OR

You can have up to 6 different designs made on the 18 pack custom order.

If you think about it, that's the perfect amount - 3 of each design. 1 to use on your MINI, 1 as a back-up and one to give to a friend (or your resident online badge addict

)

Aug 10, 2008 | 12:49 PM

#427

dickdavid

Thread Starter

6th Gear

Joined: Jun 2004

Posts: 1,904

Likes: 1

From: Richardson, Texas

Quote:

Originally Posted by mwedge

I just can't seem to stop myself from making badges. Here are a few new designs.

Mark,

You ARE A MACHINE! Great designs.

It was cool meeting you yesterday.

Aug 10, 2008 | 02:58 PM

#428

shokk

7th Gear

Joined: Sep 2007

Posts: 405

Likes: 0

From: Hillsborough, NJ

Quote:

Originally Posted by mwedge

I just can't seem to stop myself from making badges. Here are a few new designs.

The two red-ringed badges would make an awesome pair for my rear badge holder.

Aug 10, 2008 | 02:59 PM

#429

shokk

7th Gear

Joined: Sep 2007

Posts: 405

Likes: 0

From: Hillsborough, NJ

Quote:

Originally Posted by dickdavid

)

I have too many ideas to spring for 18 badges each time, so that would be perfect for getting them made up!

Aug 10, 2008 | 04:34 PM

#430

hunsingeruk

5th Gear

Joined: Jun 2008

Posts: 814

Likes: 0

From: West Chester, PA

Quote:

Originally Posted by mwedge

Here are the items that I bought.

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.

is the UV coating sheet for preventing color fade?

Aug 10, 2008 | 05:22 PM

#431

Mishka

6th Gear

iTrader: (5)

Joined: Oct 2005

Posts: 2,313

Likes: 0

From: Southeast Missouri

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mishka

I've got badges ready to ship for:
DickDavid
mwedge
shokk
MINI_Bee
x uh oh x
ngweibing (waiting on address)
T8rChick (waiting on address)

Have I missed anyone?

I thought I had some other names.

I've got several more badges if anyone wants to trade.

Fool68 added to the list ready to ship.

Aug 10, 2008 | 06:52 PM

#432

mwedge

3rd Gear

Joined: May 2008

Posts: 154

Likes: 0

Quote:

Originally Posted by hunsingeruk

nice, how close are you to having the exact materials you think work best together?

Quote:

Originally Posted by hunsingeruk

is the UV coating sheet for preventing color fade?

I am happy with the materials that I am using. For the past week I have had one of the badges that I made on my car and it has been through a little bit of rain and it still looks fine. Yes the UV laminate sheet is to prevent the sun from bleaching out the colors. It also add a layer of protection on top of the printed vinyl and it actually makes the colors look richer.

Aug 10, 2008 | 06:54 PM

#433

mwedge

3rd Gear

Joined: May 2008

Posts: 154

Likes: 0

Quote:

Originally Posted by shokk

The two red-ringed badges would make an awesome pair for my rear badge holder.

Cool. If you decide to get the 18 pack from cooper flags and you want to get them made I can get you the artwork.

Aug 10, 2008 | 06:55 PM

#434

mwedge

3rd Gear

Joined: May 2008

Posts: 154

Likes: 0

Quote:

Originally Posted by dickdavid

Mark,

You ARE A MACHINE! Great designs.

It was cool meeting you yesterday.

Thanks.

It was nice meeting you as well. Looking forward to more MM events.

Aug 10, 2008 | 06:55 PM

#435

hunsingeruk

5th Gear

Joined: Jun 2008

Posts: 814

Likes: 0

From: West Chester, PA

awesome, thanks

Aug 12, 2008 | 03:50 AM

#436

dickdavid

Thread Starter

6th Gear

Joined: Jun 2004

Posts: 1,904

Likes: 1

From: Richardson, Texas

I didn't think I'd ever get rid of 18 badges, but between the trade, the couple I kept for myself and handing some out to a few local friends, I'm down to 4.

Aug 12, 2008 | 05:09 AM

#437

mwedge

3rd Gear

Joined: May 2008

Posts: 154

Likes: 0

About the same here. I am down to 6 on the ugly pug.

Aug 12, 2008 | 05:48 AM

#438

Mishka

6th Gear

iTrader: (5)

Joined: Oct 2005

Posts: 2,313

Likes: 0

From: Southeast Missouri

Yep, mine are disappearing a little faster than I thought they would. However, I've got some nice badges in return.

Aug 12, 2008 | 06:34 PM

#439

x uh oh x

6th Gear

iTrader: (1)

Joined: Mar 2008

Posts: 4,416

Likes: 1

From: Petersburg, VA

Hey guys! I got two in the mail today: Fool68's and Dickdavid's. Cool! I usually keep my personalized badge collection at work - I'll have to take a pic of the growing collection to show you guys.

Thanks!

Aug 12, 2008 | 06:44 PM

#440

dickdavid

Thread Starter

6th Gear

Joined: Jun 2004

Posts: 1,904

Likes: 1

From: Richardson, Texas

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mishka

... However, I've got some nice badges in return.

Ditto.

Quote:

Originally Posted by x uh oh x

Hey guys! I got two in the mail today: Fool68's and Dickdavid's. Cool! I usually keep my personalized badge collection at work - I'll have to take a pic of the growing collection to show you guys.

Thanks!

Cool! I'm glad it made it.

BTW. Fool68, I got your badge today as well. Thanks!!!

Aug 13, 2008 | 04:30 PM

#441

x uh oh x

6th Gear

iTrader: (1)

Joined: Mar 2008

Posts: 4,416

Likes: 1

From: Petersburg, VA

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mishka

Yep, mine are disappearing a little faster than I thought they would. However, I've got some nice badges in return.

I got your badge today Mishka!!!! That is an awesomely strong badge! Thanks so much.

Aug 14, 2008 | 05:42 PM

#442

SPF ZERO

4th Gear

Joined: Apr 2008

Posts: 479

Likes: 0

From: Denver, CO

I'm baaaaaaaaaaaaaack

Okay, I've been AWOL for the past few weeks (haven't even had time to log on to NAM. Work has calmed down a bit now, and I can finally catch up on my delinquent trading!

So, if you've PMd, emailed, or posted a message to me about trading, send me a PM now and I'll get a Wellington badge in the mail to you ASAP. I'm actually going out of town in the morning, but I'm taking badges and padded envelopes with me to get things mailed!

Thanks for your patience.

Michael

Aug 14, 2008 | 06:31 PM

#443

dickdavid

Thread Starter

6th Gear

Joined: Jun 2004

Posts: 1,904

Likes: 1

From: Richardson, Texas

Mike,

I got your badge today. It's awesome!!

Last edited by dickdavid; Aug 15, 2008 at 08:23 AM.

Aug 14, 2008 | 06:51 PM

#444

Mishka

6th Gear

iTrader: (5)

Joined: Oct 2005

Posts: 2,313

Likes: 0

From: Southeast Missouri

Glad to see that the badges are making it to everyone.

Fool68 - received
x uh oh X - received
dickdavid - received
MINI_Bee - sent
T8rChick - sent
mwedge - sent
hubs - sent
shokk - sent
ngweibing - ready to ship

The badge swap has been a lot of fun. It's great seeing everyone's ideas and designs.

Last edited by Mishka; Aug 14, 2008 at 07:09 PM.

Aug 15, 2008 | 04:47 AM

#445

dickdavid

Thread Starter

6th Gear

Joined: Jun 2004

Posts: 1,904

Likes: 1

From: Richardson, Texas

Here are my traded badges (so far) - the most cherished part of my collection.

Aug 15, 2008 | 06:36 AM

#446

Mini S Pilot

5th Gear

Joined: Jun 2007

Posts: 936

Likes: 0

Wow!

This thread has surely taken off in an excellent direction.

I love the collection above. I think I'd have to cover the Hubby's tool box with that collection. Very nice!!!

I love the waving American flag!

Aug 15, 2008 | 08:02 AM

#447

Hubs

4th Gear

Joined: Mar 2008

Posts: 358

Likes: 0

From: Rivervale , New Jersey

Mishka , Received your badge today, I will get one out to you today.

thanks, looks sharp

I think I have sent out badges to everyone that asked or I received , but if I missed someone let me know.

And for anyone else who still wants to trade , just ask.

Last edited by Hubs; Aug 15, 2008 at 08:12 AM.

Aug 15, 2008 | 09:43 AM

#448

Mishka

6th Gear

iTrader: (5)

Joined: Oct 2005

Posts: 2,313

Likes: 0

From: Southeast Missouri

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hubs

Mishka , Received your badge today, I will get one out to you today.

Aug 19, 2008 | 05:20 AM

#449

dickdavid

Thread Starter

6th Gear

Joined: Jun 2004

Posts: 1,904

Likes: 1

From: Richardson, Texas

I keep hearing from folks who want to trade badges, but are afraid to commit. With some of the solutions that I've seen on this thread, I can't see why they couldn't.

On a side note, I was at the dealership yesterday and picked up a MINI Takes The States 2008 metal badge. It probably won't see my MINI, but it will be part of my MUCH smaller metal badge collection.

Aug 19, 2008 | 06:34 AM

#450

x uh oh x

6th Gear

iTrader: (1)

Joined: Mar 2008

Posts: 4,416

Likes: 1

From: Petersburg, VA

Hey, I resemble that remark!!! No, really, I've coordinated w/ CooperFlags for mine. (Due to time constraints, I'm obliged to contract out the work!) Two designs, so for those who have already sent their badges to me, DANKE! And mine will be here in the near future...I promise.