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BeastMaster Community Member
Joined: 19 Jul 2007 Posts: 994 Location: UK
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Posted: Wed Jan 02, 2008 8:43 pm Post subject: some stuff I've been working on... * More stuff!! :) * |
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Haven't really posted much stuff here lately, so I'll start with a few quick snaps of some of the things I've made and still in the process of making.
These cards were firstly printed onto paper. I then printed a second graphic layer onto transparency film which also gives a glossy protective surface. The transparency layer really lifts the graphics out sharpening the colours also giving them a nice slight metalic shine to the light. Once the transparencys are applied to the paper they are then applied and trimmed around blank plastic base cards. The vidphon card has gold foil underneath the transparency, which was where I got the idea of using transparencys first of all.
I did make a laminate version of the keycard like the one in the movie, but it was just too flimsy and crappy looking compared to a real card
Rachels pic:
This is my new sculpt for a wallet version of the FORCE badge, made from sculpey. I tried to replicate the real FORCE badge pattern in every way. I'm planning to cast this and the picture frame piece in metal.
and the scale inside the wallet. It measures out around the same dimensions as an LAPD badge.
That's all for now folks! I'll post images of more stuff I'm working on along the way. Feel free to post here any stuff you're working on too
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The Loyalizer Community Member
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Interesting idea going with the printed transparency over printed paper. I'll have to try that. Where did you get the blank cards if you don't mind my asking. _________________
"We began to recognize in them a strange obsession..."
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andy Community Guide
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Posted: Wed Jan 02, 2008 9:08 pm Post subject: |
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WOW! Verry impresssed and very interested. |
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Feuyaer Community Member
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Posted: Wed Jan 02, 2008 9:19 pm Post subject: |
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:O
Am I to assume you'll be producing Rick's apt. card?
If so, count me in. _________________
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Kgaijin Community Member
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Posted: Wed Jan 02, 2008 9:37 pm Post subject: |
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DO WANT! |
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Bill Hunt Community Member
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Posted: Thu Jan 03, 2008 12:45 am Post subject: |
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Very impressive work, BeastMaster. If you ever offer any of these items for sale, I'd absolutely be interested in purchasing a set of them. You're clearly a very talented artist and craftsman.
May I ask, where did you obtain the actual wallet? Is it readily available?
Do you plan to make these items available to others once you perfect them to your satisfaction?
Fantastic job! _________________ Bill Hunt, Editor
The Digital Bits.com
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Nexus6 Community Member
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Posted: Thu Jan 03, 2008 1:07 am Post subject: |
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andy wrote: | WOW! Verry impresssed and very interested. |
What ^HE^ said. |
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BeastMaster Community Member
Joined: 19 Jul 2007 Posts: 994 Location: UK
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Posted: Thu Jan 03, 2008 6:42 am Post subject: |
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hey all!
thanks for the interest. I don't plan on releasing anything just yet. maybe when it's finished and I'm sick of the sight of it I might release a few wallet sets
Loyalizer: I emailed a card printing company from my work, requesting some blank sample cards. They sent me a book with around nine cards the next day. score!
Feuyaer: Unfortunately I ruined all my keycard prototypes which you could have had, but I think kevin is planning a proper keycard run.
Bill: I got the wallet from ebay, but if you type in "trifold badge wallet" in google there are many available online http://www.copsplus.com/prodnum2947.php
I'm expecting some silver origami paper in the post today in an attempt to make the unicorn. will post that up if my skills in origami are successful. |
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phase pistol Community Member
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Posted: Thu Jan 03, 2008 6:50 am Post subject: |
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Well done.
- k |
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Kevin Community Member
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Posted: Thu Jan 03, 2008 7:19 am Post subject: |
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They all look great. I particularly like the VidPhon card. That gold foil really makes it "pop".
Nice work. |
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BeastMaster Community Member
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Posted: Thu Jan 03, 2008 12:56 pm Post subject: |
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cheers guys
no origami paper today so I'm gonna attempt to make the silicone mould of the badge tonight.
speaking about the badge, does anyone (particularly folks that own spinner44's wallet set) know how these badges are attatched to the wallet? My wallet just has a blank leather board with the intention of manualy cutting the badge shape out. |
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Bill Hunt Community Member
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Posted: Thu Jan 03, 2008 2:05 pm Post subject: |
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BeastMaster wrote: | hey all!
thanks for the interest. I don't plan on releasing anything just yet. maybe when it's finished and I'm sick of the sight of it I might release a few wallet sets |
Definitely add me to your list.
Thanks for the advice. I'll see what I can find snooping around. If anyone has a recommendation for a particular brand/model, please chime in.
By the way BeastMaster, do you have pics of the backs of your cards? Does the VidPhon card have the markings revealed in the featurette in new DVDs? _________________ Bill Hunt, Editor
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oldzey Community Member
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Posted: Thu Jan 03, 2008 4:43 pm Post subject: |
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Nice work! |
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BeastMaster Community Member
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Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2008 10:48 am Post subject: |
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Bill Hunt wrote: |
By the way BeastMaster, do you have pics of the backs of your cards? Does the VidPhon card have the markings revealed in the featurette in new DVDs? |
indeed, the vidphon card has the back graphics from the dvd. The credit card has some black japanese text simular to the vidphon. The appartment card is left blank. |
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KarlBud420 Community Member
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Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2008 12:30 pm Post subject: |
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BeastMaster wrote: | cheers guys
no origami paper today so I'm gonna attempt to make the silicone mould of the badge tonight.
speaking about the badge, does anyone (particularly folks that own spinner44's wallet set) know how these badges are attatched to the wallet? My wallet just has a blank leather board with the intention of manualy cutting the badge shape out. |
I think most badge holes are usually custom die-cut so they have nice sharp edges and fit the badge perfectly.
I haven't the foggiest about how you'd accomplish it yourself though, sorry...
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svander Community Member
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Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2008 3:53 pm Post subject: |
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BeastMaster wrote: | cheers guys
no origami paper today so I'm gonna attempt to make the silicone mould of the badge tonight.
speaking about the badge, does anyone (particularly folks that own spinner44's wallet set) know how these badges are attatched to the wallet? My wallet just has a blank leather board with the intention of manualy cutting the badge shape out. |
I would trace the outline of the badge and then cut out the backing with an xacto knife, then use 3M automotive tape to hold it. I've worked with that stuff in the past and once it makes the bond, it's very difficult for it to come off, even after several years. |
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BeastMaster Community Member
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Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2008 6:36 pm Post subject: |
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It looks like very thick leather, which I imagine shouldn't be too difficult to cut if I keep scoring slowely. I'll have to cut it slightly smaller than the badge so it fits snug.
Thats a good idea with the tape svander, though I might try and put the badge on some kind of backing like this
the thick leather is very tight to the wallet so theres no chance of it slipping out the side or anything.
gonna try and get the badge casted at the weekend |
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KarlBud420 Community Member
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Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2008 8:59 pm Post subject: |
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BeastMaster wrote: | It looks like very thick leather, which I imagine shouldn't be too difficult to cut if I keep scoring slowely. I'll have to cut it slightly smaller than the badge so it fits snug.
Thats a good idea with the tape svander, though I might try and put the badge on some kind of backing like this
the thick leather is very tight to the wallet so theres no chance of it slipping out the side or anything.
gonna try and get the badge casted at the weekend |
That is how the badge I got from bbabich last year(?) was held in place, with a leather backer that the pin goes through.
Good luck with your casting attempt and take lots of pictures!
Bruce |
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BeastMaster Community Member
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Posted: Mon Jan 07, 2008 5:52 am Post subject: |
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just a quick update:
I created the mould last night, but unfortunately it didn't capture all the details of the badge. I also over estimated my silicone usage and made waaay too much, so wasted alot of it (this stuff isn't cheap) so I'm gonna bite my lip and try again if I have enough left. Next time I will change my pouring technique. It's all a learning curve for me
on a good note, I managed to capture from my blue-ray...well more like take photos of the HDTV screen , but they look good and I re-created Leons esper photo last night which turned out really nice. Will post some pics soon. |
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eltee Community Member
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Posted: Mon Jan 07, 2008 12:04 pm Post subject: |
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On our issued police badges, the badge maker showed me how they attach the badges to the leather:
1. Rough up the leather and badge surfaces to provide "tooth"
2. Use Devcon fast set epoxy (they are adamant about this brand)
3. Apply thin layer to badge and leather attachment areas but NO NOT JOIN
4. When first layer has dried, add second coat of epoxy and attach, use light pressure/weight until glue has set
Now, this is intended for badges that are carried daily and used. You may not need to do step 3 for a display piece. I carry my pocket badge at all times, and I've never had a separation.
On my very short run (my metal caster got ill and retired before I could get more badges cast) metal badge project, I used this technique and the badge sits flat and solidly in the wallet cutout.
I would avoid using anything that adds thickness to the badge such as foam tape, etc. The epoxy lays pretty thin, even in two layers. I woud NOT undercut the badge recess as it will cause the rest of the leather to deform due to the badge pushing against all sides. On real badge cases, specifically die cut for badges, there is a small gap (1/32 - 1/16") all around. They dye the cut edge black so it does not stand out
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