JLS Design 39 Posted November 27, 2015 So did my first attempt to a multi layer application. I have some learning to do, that's for sure, but they look "ok" to me. Not something I'm ready to start offering just yet. I used my set of light up cornhole boards as a test canvas. The next piece will be one of the banners I received with my start up kit. The John Deere one is a green on a yellow. I was hoping to put the yellow on the green, as I think this would've been easier to apply. I need to figure out why I got air bubbles as well. I'm sure there are a few things I over looked, but practice makes perfect right?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted November 27, 2015 I sure hope your not selling those.... or considering selling those. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JLS Design 39 Posted November 27, 2015 I sure hope your not selling those.... or considering selling those. Nope these are my personal boards. Just needed a test canvas. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted November 27, 2015 Nope these are my personal boards. Just needed a test canvas. In case you never read : http://forum.uscutter.com/index.php?/topic/17644-warning-to-everyone/?hl=dewalt 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JLS Design 39 Posted November 28, 2015 In case you never read : http://forum.uscutter.com/index.php?/topic/17644-warning-to-everyone/?hl=dewalt Thank you so much for sharing this! I read a few of the first pages, and will read the rest later tonight when I get home from work. Working for a large manufacturer I'm aware of copy right laws. My personal business model will be custom decals for cars and trucks, as at some point I hope to actually wrap vehicles. These are all baby steps into moving to my long term goal! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KDM_Freak 23 Posted November 30, 2015 Very nice work ! I'm trying to learn multicolor myself but can figure out the registration marks in sure cuts a lot pro. Well done though Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
security802 686 Posted November 30, 2015 Very nice work ! I'm trying to learn multicolor myself but can figure out the registration marks in sure cuts a lot pro. Well done though Make your own place a "shape" (star,circle,square) then cut by color leaving the "shape" color in the cut. make sure to cut in WYSIWYG so it all lines up right see below for sample 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DNA_Vinyl 262 Posted November 30, 2015 Nice work! Wait till you get to a 3 or 4 layer. I did a full color blackhawks head for my truck. Never again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JLS Design 39 Posted November 30, 2015 Thanks everyone. I guess it's not bad for the first time trying. My logo is multiple layers of colors, so I'll be doing more test on it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KDM_Freak 23 Posted December 1, 2015 Make your own place a "shape" (star,circle,square) then cut by color leaving the "shape" color in the cut. make sure to cut in WYSIWYG so it all lines up right see below for sample multi.jpg you lost me at cut in WYSIWYG. Sorry i never attempted this ever i normally just make sure my image is as close to the corner and then cut to save vinyl Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
security802 686 Posted December 1, 2015 you lost me at cut in WYSIWYG. Sorry i never attempted this ever i normally just make sure my image is as close to the corner and then cut to save vinyl what you see is what you get is what it stands for, verses cutting origin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cherise88 4 Posted December 4, 2015 Is it easier to use clear Adhesive tape for multi layers ... I can never see through my Adhesive paper to line up the "marks".... alot of times I get close but never right on.... I thought about getting a clear tape but seems way more expensive. . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Molan_Labe 38 Posted January 16, 2016 I'm sort of old school as they say it with layering vinyl. What I done is built a table enclosed with plywood and installed fluorescent lights in the box. attach a piece of Plexiglas on top. turn on the lights you can see through the adhesive tape. when I started messing with vinyl there was no clear adhesive at the time. that's why I say I do it the old school way and still do till this day. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
srw101 0 Posted January 29, 2016 <blockquote class='ipsBlockquote'data-author="Molan_Labe" data-cid="411389" data-time="1452955847"><p> I'm sort of old school as they say it with layering vinyl. What I done is built a table enclosed with plywood and installed fluorescent lights in the box. attach a piece of Plexiglas on top. turn on the lights you can see through the adhesive tape. when I started messing with vinyl there was no clear adhesive at the time. that's why I say I do it the old school way and still do till this day.</p></blockquote> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
srw101 0 Posted January 29, 2016 I did the same thing using high powered led lights and etched the inside of the lexan. I don't use it as much now that I'm printing vinyl though. It works great for a few layers but beyond that there to hard to see. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Molan_Labe 38 Posted February 1, 2016 I only usually do a few layers, so a light table works great. It makes the job so much easier, and you know the graphics lined up perfect. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
