Here I will document the process by which I design a custom set of
CPC poker chips. Even writing this down will help me articulate better what I want to achieve with this set. Any advice or opinions are appreciated.
Goal:
To create a set of Custom Poker Chips to commemorate the birth of my child next year, and to last a lifetime and be passed on down as an heirloom.
Rough Requirements:
approx 500 chips.
5c, 25c, $1, $5 (maybe a $25 but prob not)
Original Inlay design on round 7/8" or 1"
Low Lvl edge Spots. (1-3)
More traditional than modern.
Plan:
To start small. I want to make a lvl 1 spot only set in the pokerchip design tool. This will help me make sure I get the colors right. From there I can add some complexity if needed. I have ordered sample molds and colors so that will help a lot.
Challenges:
In order to design the Inlays I may need to upgrade my software beyond MS Paint.. I will have to look into the forums a bit more and find information on making ones own inlay design.
Choosing the chip color order is difficult. I am in two minds. Do I make the $1 white/blue, the $5 red etc.. or do I go White, Red, Black, Green Yellow for denom order. Its hard to say right now, need a lot more time in the design tool.
Mockups:
Here is what I have done so far in order from top to bottom.
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