jorawar_b Posted July 26, 2005 Share Posted July 26, 2005 (edited) Hey guys, I don't know how to make decals, but I thought it might be nice to see if we could make a library of decals, so this way if a fellow macross fan needed a reference to see what decals came with what kit, it might help them out. I had scanned a few copies of my Tread decals and sent them to people as reference points. I was also thinking that we could add a step to step guide on how to make decals or custom decals to make our kits stand out. Just an idea. Edited July 26, 2005 by jorawar_b Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chas Posted July 26, 2005 Share Posted July 26, 2005 The library idea is, I think, a good one, but as far as I know in order to make your own decals one needs access to an ALPS printer. I know that there are decal sheets out there for use with 'inkjet' printers but I thought that one of the problems with that idea is that inkjet printers can't print the colour white as they don't have any white ink ( which, I believe, is something one needs to make decals.) Perhaps I'm wrong here, but I don't know of anyone who has actually made their own decals using anything but an ALPS printer. Anyone who knows different care to chime in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorawar_b Posted July 26, 2005 Author Share Posted July 26, 2005 I think the reference library is a good idea, because if in the future there is a way to make the decals, then we as a community can have access and help one another out, I am ready to get out all my decals and scan them. So if anyone has any ideas of what type of format to make, then by all means please add your input, this is a whole macrossworld members project. So lets see if we can get some good ideas going on how to set up a page in this forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWR MKII Posted July 26, 2005 Share Posted July 26, 2005 I think its a good idea. Not having access to an alps printer is ok. Just take te file to a Kinkos or oter universal printer service. It may cost litle but it beats having to find that rare kit or scavenge decals from somewhere else. They could also be printed out in a dry transfer format. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightmareB4macross Posted July 26, 2005 Share Posted July 26, 2005 Kinko's prints in white? I think its a good idea. Not having access to an alps printer is ok. Just take te file to a Kinkos or oter universal printer service. It may cost litle but it beats having to find that rare kit or scavenge decals from somewhere else. They could also be printed out in a dry transfer format. 314315[/snapback] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grayson72 Posted July 26, 2005 Share Posted July 26, 2005 Well in the model section Jessee is actually adding scans of each kits decals so that should solve the library issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightmareB4macross Posted July 26, 2005 Share Posted July 26, 2005 But what about the toys? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grayson72 Posted July 26, 2005 Share Posted July 26, 2005 Let the toy guys solve that one, in the toys section. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Less than Super Ostrich Posted July 26, 2005 Share Posted July 26, 2005 (edited) But what about the toys? Toys are for kiddies, silly rabbit. Edited July 26, 2005 by Less than Super Ostrich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWR MKII Posted July 26, 2005 Share Posted July 26, 2005 Toys are for those who do not posess te skills to become modelers . J/K i know alot of modelers have toys because no model subject exists. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightmareB4macross Posted July 26, 2005 Share Posted July 26, 2005 But what about the toys? Toys are for kiddies, silly rabbit. 314364[/snapback] Could be true, but us kiddies would still whoop your arse. Google Fight!!!! Macross Models 143,000 vs Macross Toys 335,000 TOYS WIN!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightmareB4macross Posted July 26, 2005 Share Posted July 26, 2005 Hey guys, I don't know how to make decals, but I thought it might be nice to see if we could make a library of decals, so this way if a fellow macross fan needed a reference to see what decals came with what kit, it might help them out. I had scanned a few copies of my Tread decals and sent them to people as reference points.I was also thinking that we could add a step to step guide on how to make decals or custom decals to make our kits stand out. Just an idea. 314257[/snapback] Good idea, but I think the masses don't agree with us... Yes it would be cool. 14,400,000 No its a waste of time. 21,200,000 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWR MKII Posted July 26, 2005 Share Posted July 26, 2005 taoy are in for a bit more of a fight. Toys atill win but search macross model VS macross toy MODEL 250,000 TOY 277,000. almost an even match. Just proves that more people buy toys than posess the skills to build models. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightmareB4macross Posted July 26, 2005 Share Posted July 26, 2005 Well it doesn't really matter to me who wins, and what is better. I love owning, customizing, and building both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWR MKII Posted July 26, 2005 Share Posted July 26, 2005 BINGO! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightmareB4macross Posted July 26, 2005 Share Posted July 26, 2005 Still, toys win!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWR MKII Posted July 26, 2005 Share Posted July 26, 2005 ( Gets flamethrower out) nah ill be nice today. Even toys need new decals to replace those bad STICKERS toys come with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightmareB4macross Posted July 26, 2005 Share Posted July 26, 2005 ( Gets flamethrower out) nah ill be nice today. Even toys need new decals to replace those bad STICKERS toys come with. 314462[/snapback] Oh so very true. Still, toys win!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anasazi37 Posted July 27, 2005 Share Posted July 27, 2005 I've been meaning to put together a step-by-step decal production guide for over three years now. There are not enough hours in the day, though.... I've pretty much tried every home-brewed method imaginable, including taking my designs to Kinko's. Each one has positives and negatives when it comes to cost, ease of production, print quality, and durability. I might approach Shawn or Graham about adding a decal production "how to" section to the main site. That is, once I have something written.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Less than Super Ostrich Posted July 27, 2005 Share Posted July 27, 2005 nightmare... ya know we're just kidding ya. Grayson and I love to bash the Toy-Boys. I own two yamatos, but I don't like to admit that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grayson72 Posted July 27, 2005 Share Posted July 27, 2005 nightmare... ya know we're just kidding ya. Grayson and I love to bash the Toy-Boys. I own two yamatos, but I don't like to admit that 314683[/snapback] What!? traitor in our midst Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWR MKII Posted July 27, 2005 Share Posted July 27, 2005 The only 1/48 i own are the resin cast ones. Lets se yamato make a 1/48 19 and 21 . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Berttt Posted July 27, 2005 Share Posted July 27, 2005 nightmare... ya know we're just kidding ya. Grayson and I love to bash the Toy-Boys. I own two yamatos, but I don't like to admit that 314683[/snapback] What!? traitor in our midst 314705[/snapback] Burn him! Burn him! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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