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madokie Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Mar-26-06 11:09 PM
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I wish I could do graphics because I would like to do a bumper sticker
that had something/somebody laughing its ass off with the words, tell me again how you're voting republican or something to that effect. help me out somebody please, I got me some material to print it on an can't wait to put the old inkjet to work.
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dusmcj Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Mar-26-06 11:33 PM
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1. start simple
well, you could start with text only - use any word processor, and format your message, pick fonts and font sizes and format to fit. Test print on regular paper first (I assume you have some kind of adhesive-backed stock for the stickers). Existing images are easy to bring in, you use the 'import' function usually located under 'file'.

Alternatively, you can use a paint program and add in text bubbles. I did a fairly hilarious Looney Tunes parody of conditions at work once with this.

If you want to actually draw, I don't know what to use, I've done some simple freehand stuff with MS Paint but it kind of sucked...

If it were me, I'd search the net for images that more or less fit my purpose, and then add text to deliver the message.

Do not be afraid to experiment with the various packages almost universally available, they actaully are fairly intuitive and easy to use up to a point. Make copies of any images you find first so that you work on a copy and can always start from scratch if you foul up.

If you can give me a pointer to a source for the adhesive-backed stock, I'd appreciate it !
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madokie Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Mar-26-06 11:53 PM
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3. In an okie heartbeat I would. I ordered from this lady on ebay
and I recieved the Item the same day I received the conformation of payment complete from paypal, talk about nice to deal with. I think she has it all the time so check it out. it is on ebay. and she has a ebay store so you can order it there. I think this link will get you there.


http://cm.ebay.com/cm/ck/1065-29392-2357-0?uid=100025477&site=0&ver=EOIBSA080805&lk=URL&Item=8265928437
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deadparrot Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Mar-26-06 11:36 PM
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2. Well, if worst comes to worst...
there are websites for this type of thing. :hi:

http://www.makestickers.com/home.asp
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madokie Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Mar-26-06 11:54 PM
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4. Thanks and look at my other reply here on where you can buy the paper if
interested in some.
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MUAD_DIB Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Mar-27-06 12:00 AM
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5. Too complicated for a b-sticker.

The idea is good, but the guy laughing is maybe a bit too much.

If you are trying to get through to John + Jane average then keep it simple.

Stick to a type treatment and keep it bold, short , sweet and painfully honest.

If they have to think too long about it then chances are that they'll be distracted by something shiny and lose interest.
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madokie Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Mar-27-06 12:14 AM
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8. Oh but not to give up just yet
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Xeric Donating Member (586 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Mar-27-06 12:09 AM
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6. how about.........
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madokie Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Mar-27-06 12:13 AM
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7. we're getting there
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Swamp Rat Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Mar-27-06 01:03 AM
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11. HA! That's what I had in mind too!
:D



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Swamp Rat Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Mar-27-06 12:50 AM
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9. I made this for you.
I did it in black and white to save you money, but if you want colors let me know (or colored boarders, etc. - tell me which colors to use). I can also do one with Bushler instead of Alfred E. Newman. After all, the repukes want to distance themselves from Bushler.



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Gabi Hayes Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Mar-27-06 01:10 AM
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12. ''colored boarders?'' what're you, a.....
slumlord, or something?

and how about this, in black and white, maybe, for the puzzled look on the sticker?

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madokie Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Mar-27-06 08:00 AM
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13. Thanks, I think this is the winner, same message different words
it'll be in the back window of my truck today
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Tsiyu Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Mar-27-06 08:50 AM
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16. that's our Swamp Rat
Efficient, effective and effin COOL.

Now, Swampy, I am putting in a request. I think we need a new "Better Dead than Red!" campaign.

That copycat Domenech was all about some "Red America."

Being a boomer, I had a natural aversion to the moniker "Red America."
We were raised to think red meant Communist China, the USSR.

Repukes have made red their favorite color. But I say, "Better Dead Than Red."

A John Bircher would have said this thirty years ago. Today it should be the liberals' mantra.... :grr:
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NJCher Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Mar-27-06 12:56 AM
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10. I saw a good one tonight
It read "I Can't Afford to Vote Republican."




Cher
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BlackVelvet04 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Mar-27-06 08:04 AM
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14. VOTING REPUBLICAN?
How's that working for you?
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madokie Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Mar-27-06 08:08 AM
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15. The ones from SR are great, gets the message out, now to shrink it a tad
Edited on Mon Mar-27-06 08:09 AM by madokie
runs off the page.
edited to add: I have 5 8.5 X 11 sheets I need to fill up, any ideas is more than welcome.
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