Chip labels
 

Okay, I'm prepared to get completely flamed on this...

I've seen a bunch of mentions of chip labels.
Are we talking about printing a bunch of round labels on a home printer and sticking them, one-by-one, on the chips?

Or is there some process that I'm missing?

This seems like a major hassle!

I'm putting on my fire-resistant suit now. [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]

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"Are we talking about printing a bunch of round labels on a home printer and sticking them, one-by-one, on the chips?

Or is there some process that I'm missing?

This seems like a major hassle!"

I'm SO tempted to take a shot at this. I'll be nice and limit myself to "It's magically delicious!"

What other process did you think was possible, other than having the chip seller do it for you?

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It IS a major hassle...I've done it twice, 1000 chips each time. But for the price to have some custom chips it's not such a big deal. A few hours of labeling while you're watching the TV. If you're not artistically or PC inclined, there are guys out there that'll design and print your labels for a decent price saving you that hassle...

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What kind of label stock do you use? It seems that most ink jet ink will run if it gets wet. Is this an issue, or do you use a color laser printer?

Also, how long would you guess it took you do apply the the labels on 1000 chips, and how many of them did you get on crooked?

By the way, I appreciate the straight answer.

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Thanks for resisting the temptation!

I thought, maybe, you could send your artwork to a chip vendor and they would print and apply the labels. Kind of a pseudo-custom chip.

Wait a minute - maybe I'm onto a business idea...

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you can get professional style laser printed labels for $50, i'll try find a link but i'm going through the same process. i haven't ordered my new chips yet, but i definately wanna customize my chips.

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I just use a fine tip Sharpie and draw a tiny portrait on each one.
Hillary Duff = 5 cents
J Lo = 25 cents
Brad Pitt = $1
Will Smith = $5
Tom Katie Cruise = $10

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The way I draw, these would all look the same. [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]

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What kind of label stock do you use? It seems that most ink jet ink will run if it gets wet. Is this an issue, or do you use a color laser printer?

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I used these labels (1" round labels) and my inkjet. Spray the labels with some clear coat (Krylon or something else, you can ask at the paint/craft store and they'll help) so they'll stay (relatively) dry and clean during use.

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Also, how long would you guess it took you do apply the the labels on 1000 chips, and how many of them did you get on crooked?

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I did 1400 labels and it took me maybe three nights while having the NBA Finals on for some background noise. That's all the NBA is good for anyway. They come off pretty easily if you get them on crooked as long as you haven't pressed them on really hard. I got them all on straight (I'm a nit [img]/images/graemlins/tongue.gif[/img])

Like someone mentioned, there are some people that print labels for you. I tried this, but one sounded really shady and wanted to send me a bill before I ever saw any artwork and the other one I contacted never got back to me. Oh well.

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Okay, I'm sorry to be so dense...
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What kind of label stock do you use? It seems that most ink jet ink will run if it gets wet. Is this an issue, or do you use a color laser printer?


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I used these labels (1" round labels) and my inkjet. Spray the labels with some clear coat (Krylon or something else, you can ask at the paint/craft store and they'll help) so they'll stay (relatively) dry and clean during use.



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Do you spray the sheets, or the finished chips?

By the way, thanks for the link to the label vendor.

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i believe you have to spray the finished product

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i believe you have to spray the finished product

[/ QUOTE ]No way! You definitely want to spray the labels. This will leave your chips un-sprayed, and it will also be WAY easier.
-Sam

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k don't listen to me!! i'm a n00b when it comes to chip labels, i haven't gone through the process, got confused because i remember reading something about spraying your labels, blah blah...anyway, wait to hear from someone that knows for sure

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I’m about to go through the process of getting labels for 1500 chips. I will be renting out tables, chips, and dealer and will need them for additional security and a more professional look. There are different types of labels but you can pay a bit more and get weatherproof ones that will hold up better.

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Feel free to be dense. That's how we learn! [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]

I sprayed the sheets of labels before I applied them to the chips. Follow the directions on the can as to how long it needs to dry. Make sure to do it outside or in a well-ventilated area. I did, but still think I inhaled enough xylene to last me for a while.

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weatherproof? christ, that's hardcore. are you guys playing outside or something? ... call it 'hurricane hold 'em'

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How many games have you seen where drinks are spilled? If people are paying to use my chips they don’t want to see blurred or discolored labels. Is it over kill? I don’t know but my personal preference is chips of no value as you can set any amounts you need. I plan on sticker with an emblem only and no money amounts. A seating card for each position will be provided with a list of blinds, order of hands, and the value of each colored chip.

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to be honest, i've seen a drink spill once in 2 years of playing live and nothing got on the chips

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Drinks shouldn't be on the table anyway. Don't be so ghetto. If you're going to go through the trouble to buy custom chips and make custom labels, spend the extra couple of bucks and buy a small table or 2 for their drinks to sit on.