Getting started with creating chips (1 Viewer)

[NeutronHim]

Hey,

I recently came upon this article https://www.pokerchipforum.com/threads/moonlight-cardhouse-cash.90969/ and am understandably inspired to create a custom set. However, I really don't know where to start, or what the process would look like.

Firstly, I really like how vibrant the colors are. It seems to be a CPC set; are these vibrant colors particularly characteristic of CPC chips (and not of, say, Tina cards mold chips?)

I'm sure the artwork will be its own rabbit hole, but for now I'm mostly just wondering what the process is once I have the artwork. Say I have the chip-face designs on something like a PDF, completely intractable. What file would I need to construct from this PDF and to who would I send this file to get some beautiful chips in return from?

 

[improviseallday]

You need samples! I would buy or borrow a CPC color sample and some Tina samples.

If you decide to go the Tina route, what they want is an Adobe Illustrator file with your artwork, preferably vector-based. For cards mold and no mold, the entire design is printed directly on the chip. For the new hybrids, there is a separate label for the "inlay", so you'll need two pieces- the base chip with spots and the label. Don't forget the edges.

More helpful info here: https://www.pokerchipforum.com/thre...ramics-master-consolidated-info-thread.65544/

 

[JeepologyOffroad]

Firstly, I really like how vibrant the colors are. It seems to be a CPC set; are these vibrant colors particularly characteristic of CPC chip sand not of, say, Tina cards mold chips?)

Yes, that is a CPC set. CPC has a mix of vibrant and less vibrant colors. And the colors are variable depending on the light they are in. Clay vibrancy is very different than a nice printed color on Tina chips.

As for artwork, I'd recommend taking the time to think over your creative concept and then working with one of the talented artists here to bring it to life.

Good luck!

 

[allforcharity]

Custom chip design should be a slow, thorough, and frequently revisited process. I recommend:

- start saving money
- come up with theme ideas that have meaning to you
- figure out your game needs in terms of chip denoms and quantity for max efficiency
- browse some of design threads and contest threads to see what others have done before you
- learn about what types of chips will fit within your budget

 

[NeutronHim]

Thanks so much everyone! Yeah, this will probably take a lot of time and will probably only really start happening once I have more money.

Yes, that is a CPC set. CPC has a mix of vibrant and less vibrant colors. And the colors are variable depending on the light they are in. Clay vibrancy is very different than a nice printed color on Tina chips.

As for artwork, I'd recommend taking the time to think over your creative concept and then working with one of the talented artists here to bring it to life.

Good luck!

HOLYSHIT its jeepology themselves!!!

Custom chip design should be a slow, thorough, and frequently revisited process. I recommend:

- start saving money
- come up with theme ideas that have meaning to you
- figure out your game needs in terms of chip denoms and quantity for max efficiency
- browse some of design threads and contest threads to see what others have done before you
- learn about what types of chips will fit within your budget

Just to clarify, does every step of the process court ungodly amounts of money or just the CPC-ordering part?

You need samples! I would buy or borrow a CPC color sample and some Tina samples.

If you decide to go the Tina route, what they want is an Adobe Illustrator file with your artwork, preferably vector-based. For cards mold and no mold, the entire design is printed directly on the chip. For the new hybrids, there is a separate label for the "inlay", so you'll need two pieces- the base chip with spots and the label. Don't forget the edges.

More helpful info here: https://www.pokerchipforum.com/thre...ramics-master-consolidated-info-thread.65544/

Will do!

 

[Colquhoun]

For the CPC samples, you could always buy them direct from CPC (I recommend the hotstamp ot inlaid ones over the blank) and then unload them on the PCF classifieds when done. They don't depreciate by much, and you'll guarantee that they're the latest "fresh" colors.

 

[allforcharity]

Just to clarify, does every step of the process court ungodly amounts of money or just the CPC-ordering part?

CPC customs do not have to break the bank. I kept my edge spot patterns to level 3 and 4, and my average price per chip was an affordable $3-and change even after shipping to Canada.

 

[allforcharity]

Just to clarify, does every step of the process court ungodly amounts of money or just the CPC-ordering part?

CPC customs do not have to break the bank. I kept my edge spot patterns to level 3 and 4, and my average price per chip was an affordable $3-and change even after shipping to Canada

 

[improviseallday]

Just to clarify, does every step of the process court ungodly amounts of money or just the CPC-ordering part?

Aside from the chip order, the other expenses are hiring a chip designer, hiring an illustrator if you want custom images, and for buying samples. If you DIY for your design, I found Illustrator much easier to use than Inkscape but there's a subscription fee associated with Illustrator.

 

[Huskerchipper]

Aside from the chip order, the other expenses are hiring a chip designer, hiring an illustrator if you want custom images, and for buying samples. If you DIY for your design, I found Illustrator much easier to use than Inkscape but there's a subscription fee associated with Illustrator.

Currently weighing my options on the next set im designing. I have almost everything planned for the inlay but need to put it together. Trying to decide if I want to bite the bullet and try Adobe Illustrator myself or hire someone to do it. I have NO idea what the cost would be for either. Does anyone have a rough ballpark cost for these options???

 

[improviseallday]

Currently weighing my options on the next set im designing. I have almost everything planned for the inlay but need to put it together. Trying to decide if I want to bite the bullet and try Adobe Illustrator myself or hire someone to do it. I have NO idea what the cost would be for either. Does anyone have a rough ballpark cost for these option???

Illustrator has a free trial followed by a monthly or yearly plan.

Designer fees are dependent on your designer and vision (and presumably number of revisions) but I've heard of fees under $100 and fees over $200.

My Fiverr illustrator's fee was $30 (and I tipped on top.)

I had a lot of fun designing my own set but a hiring a designer would help you get around issues you didn't even know existed.

 

[Huskerchipper]

Illustrator has a free trial followed by a monthly or yearly plan.

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Designer fees are dependent on your designer and vision (and presumably number of revisions) but I've heard of fees under $100 and fees over $200.

My Fiverr illustrator's fee was $30 (and I tipped on top.)

I had a lot of fun designing my own set but a hiring a designer would help you get around issues you didn't even know existed.

Excellent answers! Very much appreciated! I am going to look into Illustrator more tomorrow. I did look at fees awhile back but didn't remember. I think im going to tinker with it as I'm in Marketing and it would be a nice skill to expand upon anyways. We'll see how it goes!

 

[improviseallday]

Excellent answers! Very much appreciated! I am going to look into Illustrator more tomorrow. I did look at fees awhile back but didn't remember. I think im going to tinker with it as I'm in Marketing and it would be a nice skill to expand upon anyways. We'll see how it goes!

Be sure not to accidentally sign up for the annual plan.

Not that anyone would do that, especially not me

 

[Colquhoun]

Just realize that Illustrator is a tool. It doesn't do the designing for you.
I am biased because I've been a designer since before desktop publishing, but the software will only get you so far...and that's even if you're proficient with it.

I don't mean to sound condescending. I've often said that since design software are tools, think of them like a hammer and a chisel. The final sculpture will look very different when they're in the hands of a sculptor. What I'm trying to say is there's so much more to designing than getting the right tools to do it.

However, there are plenty of folks that have invested the time and money to learn and get a great result. Just trying to manage expectations before you take the plunge in that direction.

 

[Huskerchipper]

Just realize that Illustrator is a tool. It doesn't do the designing for you.
I am biased because I've been a designer since before desktop publishing, but the software will only get you so far...and that's even if you're proficient with it.

I don't mean to sound condescending. I've often said that since design software are tools, think of them like a hammer and a chisel. The final sculpture will look very different when they're in the hands of a sculptor. What I'm trying to say is there's so much more to designing than getting the right tools to do it.

However, there are plenty of folks that have invested the time and money to learn and get a great result. Just trying to manage expectations before you take the plunge in that direction.

Absolutely! That's fair. I have been in charge with the total creation of our Casinos promotions for awhile now so I believe I have an eye for what looks good and what doesn't. I simply have never put it together myself. I already create simpler things on more basic platforms so I wouldn't be starting 'in the dark' so to speak.

 

[Colquhoun]

Absolutely! That's fair. I have been in charge with the total creation of our Casinos promotions for awhile now so I believe I have an eye for what looks good and what doesn't. I simply have never put it together myself. I already create simpler things on more basic platforms so I wouldn't be starting 'in the dark' so to speak.

Awesome! If you get the trial of Illustrator and have any issues, reach out here on PCF, there's plenty of folks that have created templates and other helpful tidbits along the way.

 

[Huskerchipper]

Awesome! If you get the trial of Illustrator and have any issues, reach out here on PCF, there's plenty of folks that have created templates and other helpful tidbits along the way.

Thank you so much!! And THAT right there is what makes this community awesome!!♡♡♡