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Custom decals..
« on: May 08, 2014, 11:42:17 am »

Anybody know where I can get custom decals made up, please?

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Re: Custom decals..
« Reply #1 on: May 08, 2014, 01:01:24 pm »

you could try making them yourself...


if you can create them on the pc and then print them onto transfer paper then you're good to go


http://www.craftycomputerpaper.co.uk/category/Decals


I have used this on RC cars and candles with great success
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Re: Custom decals..
« Reply #2 on: May 08, 2014, 02:53:31 pm »

Hi
Barry's model lettering       barry@modellettering.com       0116 2891511
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Re: Custom decals..
« Reply #3 on: May 08, 2014, 03:18:37 pm »

Thanks guys....




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Re: Custom decals..
« Reply #4 on: May 08, 2014, 04:08:15 pm »

you could try making them yourself...


if you can create them on the pc and then print them onto transfer paper then you're good to go


http://www.craftycomputerpaper.co.uk/category/Decals


I have used this on RC cars and candles with great success


I have used this with mixed results.
Also make sure you order the correct paper for inkjet or laser jet. Inkjet also needs to be sealed with a varnish/etc after printing, or the colors run in water transfer.
There are two colors of paper, white and clear. Be aware that light colors do not work well on the clear paper, if used on a dark surface. Darker colours are fine on clear paper. For light colors you need to use the white paper, which may not be right for your model.


If you can get vinyl, or similar, letters made that is a better option IMHO.
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Re: Custom decals..
« Reply #5 on: May 08, 2014, 06:37:31 pm »

As TT says it does depend what you are trying to achieve


I had some very good results making a large photo transfer and using it on candles.
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Re: Custom decals..
« Reply #6 on: May 08, 2014, 06:46:26 pm »

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Just go to Barry, never mind all this other rubbish. It's only a one off.
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Re: Custom decals..
« Reply #7 on: May 08, 2014, 07:43:45 pm »

I'd be no good at making my own decals, I can't even draw a straight line, let alone faces and backgrounds.


I'll try the one you suggested, Tony...thanks ever so much.


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Re: Custom decals..
« Reply #8 on: May 08, 2014, 07:52:49 pm »

 :-)) I would go to Barry every time great decals, great service,why spoil a good model for a few bob,Ray. :-))
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Re: Custom decals..
« Reply #9 on: May 08, 2014, 08:03:54 pm »

Fingers crossed he can do what I need, they are rather...large.


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