Hank Aaron Sweet Spot Custom Cut - w/ build steps

200lbhockeyplayer · Dec 20, 2010

I figured I'd post a scan of the final built card and a few shots along the process.

It was the thickest card I've ever built, coming in at just over 180pt. It's the last one I'll build this big, and I'm not sure why I did it so thick.

Step 1: Photoshop mock-up...

Step 2: The pieces

Step 3: Built card, no artwork

Step 4: The built card with artwork

Step 5: The final cut down card

Scanned built card in one-touch

The Third Eye · Dec 20, 2010

Cool stuff and a beautiful card, nice work.

darrend505 · Dec 20, 2010

Very cool!!

A_Pharis · Dec 20, 2010

Holy cow! That looks nice.
I'm sure it's been asked, but what do you make the cuts with? That's a clean edge for such a thick cut.

domino2012 · Dec 20, 2010

Beuatiful!!!! :shock:

stu · Dec 20, 2010

That's a beautiful card.

MaineMule · Dec 20, 2010

...I don't even know where to begin.....just amazing to have those skills. I can barely draw a stick figure.....great work Mike!!

George_Calfas · Dec 20, 2010

Mike, thanks for the step by step......Very cool!

200lbhockeyplayer · Dec 20, 2010

Thanks for the comments, I'm definitely happy with it.

As far as the cuts go, the windows are machine die cut and the cards themselves are cut out by the blade shown in the Step 2 picture, a ruler and a steady hand (and hopefully no blood). Seriously. With this one being so thick, it was far tougher than usual.

TwinGnats · Dec 20, 2010

I think it's really great, and I love the step by step.

muskiesfan · Dec 20, 2010

Impressive as always Mike. Thank you for taking the time to show us a step by step on the Aaron.

If you wouldn't mind, about how much do you generally charge for a custom? I am sure that it varies by card and design, but a ballpark figure is fine. If you don't want to post it, I understand. I am toying with the idea of having a custom or two done and if I do, you're most definitely the person I am going to go to.

BunchOBull · Dec 20, 2010

I love how the patina on the leather matches the hue of the cardstock. Don't know if you planned that or not, but those are the kinds of details I appreciate.

ChasHawk · Dec 20, 2010

Great stuff Mike!!

Can't believe you cut those out by hand.

Slette · Dec 20, 2010

The cuts you have created are amazing - seriously, unbelievable. The Aaron you created is no different!

pghbuccos · Dec 20, 2010

Mike thanks for the step by step pics of another Masterpiece.

Pinbreaker · Dec 20, 2010

Great looking card and thanks for showing the details..

AMAZIN HOF COLLECTOR · Dec 20, 2010

I voted to cut the Aaron auto. I knew it would come out AMAZING.
And you did not disappoint!!! Beautiful card! If I had those skills I
would spend my day making cards and never get anything done!

I'll say it again, by far better than any company out there!

Great job!

Joe

PS: PM me back! I know your busy!
Thanks

js0000001 · Dec 20, 2010

Very impressive

Lifelongfan · Dec 20, 2010

Really Impressive---that truly is as good (if not better) than what the "pros" are putting out.

scotty21690 · Dec 20, 2010

Absolutely amazing work, Mike. Are the other two panels going to be made into customs yet?

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