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That looks really sweet but how did you do the box?
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Originally posted by: Harlock415
That looks really sweet but how did you do the box?


I used a big piece of mat board for it, literally measured everything out by hand and drew out the box shape in the mat board so that they would fit perfectly without any overlapping after it was cut, then I used masking tape to tape the top and bottom of the box together. The artwork was printed out on full size adhesive paper, 3 sheets to be exact, then cut and apply. Voila!

But I was going to go to tosche station to pick up some power converters!
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PepsiOtaku, that looks like a nice way to store all the DVDs, perhaps you'd consider providing this forum with a template or exact measurements so that we may create our own boxes? I for one would like to have a go at making my own (not just for Star Wars).

To contact me outside the forum, for trades and such my email address is my OT.com username @gmail.com

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Wow...I'd hate to be a dick on my third post but Coov's work is not the end all be all of star wars dvd covers. Every other post in this thread is "oh my god coov fapfapfap." Just fucking stop it. I've been re-editing the same star wars boxset for the past year now, with tons of revisions. Coov just pumps out tons of boring covers that I really can't see anyone use. In half of them, the backside has absolutely nothing more than a logo. Coov, your stuff looks nice, don't get me wrong but if you realy cared about your work you'd finalize a few of those designs for actual use. I will post the rest of my cover series later when I get back from work. Also, if you want a template, measure everything out yourself and put the numbers into photoshop. It's actually a lot easier than it sounds.
But I was going to go to tosche station to pick up some power converters!
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Originally posted by: PepsiOtaku
Wow...I'd hate to be a dick on my third post but...


Aw c'mon- don't hate. You did a REALLY good job at being a dick in your third post. Kudos!
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Aw c'mon- don't hate. You did a REALLY good job at being a dick in your third post. Kudos!


I try. All I'm trying to point out is that a lot of other dvd covers in here are either really good or have a lot of potential and you guys blow them off as soon as Coov posts something new. Also it would be nice to see more constructive criticism rather than "that looks good great job, can I have that?"

Edit: I'll post specific directions on how to make a box template in photoshop later, but I don't have anywhere I can host a PSD template.
But I was going to go to tosche station to pick up some power converters!
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Well, first you attack one of the most respected and appreciated members of this forum, completely unprovoked. Then, you refuse to provide a box template when asked. What exactly did you come here for, PepsiOtaku? To contribute to the forum? Or to get your dick sucked over your design? Because truth be told, I find your design lackluster and unoriginal, we've seen it a thousand times over. Too bad it took you "a year" to figure it out. Its only redeeming value (which is a mild novelty, at best) is that it's plastered onto the side of a box, which opens up the possibility for other (better) artists to come along and create something worth using. But the real issue here is not your shoddy, re-hashed design, as we would've politely given some constructive criticism to a new forum member who was polite to everyone else...

But, the fact is, you don't have a right (in your THIRD POST) to trash Coov's work based solely on the fact that he gets a lot of praise. Especially when you haven't earned ANY respect for yourself. It might not be your cup of tea, but for me, Coov's streamlined designs, (free from being bogged down by plot synopsis', lists of bonus features, credits, etc, etc) are both unique and elegant. His work is bold and consistently good, in my opinion. He gets praise obviously because his work appeals to people. Personally, it's all I want on my shelf.

Not to mention the fact that Coov is a heck of a nice guy who is always contributing to this forum, and helping the people on it. What he doesn't do is show up waving something in your face saying "look what I did", while dumping all over other forum members.

I'm embarrassed for you.


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WOW That thing is frikin amazing! If only I could make something as good, my attempt was poor, I'll post pics at some point. Although, this does encourage me to give it another try, maybe a Classic editions box with deleted magic. Also, for those of us that keep rowmans extras in seperate cases a case for those aswell.

Looking at is Card VHS cases may be usefull as they are the right size...

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Originally posted by: InfoDroid
Well, first you attack one of the most respected and appreciated members of this forum, completely unprovoked. Then, you refuse to provide a box template when asked. What exactly did you come here for, PepsiOtaku? To contribute to the forum? Or to get your dick sucked over your design? Because truth be told, I find your design lackluster and unoriginal, we've seen it a thousand times over. Too bad it took you "a year" to figure it out. Its only redeeming value (which is a mild novelty, at best) is that it's plastered onto the side of a box, which opens up the possibility for other (better) artists to come along and create something worth using. But the real issue here is not your shoddy, re-hashed design, as we would've politely given some constructive criticism to a new forum member who was polite to everyone else...

But, the fact is, you don't have a right (in your THIRD POST) to trash Coov's work based solely on the fact that he gets a lot of praise. Especially when you haven't earned ANY respect for yourself. It might not be your cup of tea, but for me, Coov's streamlined designs, (free from being bogged down by plot synopsis', lists of bonus features, credits, etc, etc) are both unique and elegant. His work is bold and consistently good, in my opinion. He gets praise obviously because his work appeals to people. Personally, it's all I want on my shelf.

Not to mention the fact that Coov is a heck of a nice guy who is always contributing to this forum, and helping the people on it. What he doesn't do is show up waving something in your face saying "look what I did", while dumping all over other forum members.

I'm embarrassed for you.


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I would just like to point out that I started my project a year ago and work on it during my free time. I created the box design in a few days over this past summer. Take a look at professionaly commerical box sets and you'll notice that they are simply cardboard with a design "pasted on." I wanted my boxset to have that look. Let's see you do better. I will be back at my home computer in about an hour and a half where I will "contribute" some more.
But I was going to go to tosche station to pick up some power converters!
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Originally posted by: PSYCHO_DAYV
COOV, WHERE DO WE GET THE NEW SET ???


I wanted to see the response first. I can give 'm to ya for yall'zz project if you'd like.

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I would just like to point out that I started my project a year ago and work on it during my free time. I created the box design in a few days over this past summer. Take a look at professionaly commerical box sets and you'll notice that they are simply cardboard with a design "pasted on." I wanted my boxset to have that look.

So? What do you want, a cookie? I wasn't referring to the construction of the box. I was referring to your choice of cover art. Same stuff we've seen a million times before. You're accusing someone else of making "boring" designs and I'm trying to spotlight for you how boring your own design is.

Regardless of how much time you did or didn't spend on making it look just perfect, it doesn't change the fact that you came on here and acted like a jerk for no reason whatsoever. What you did is not cool, Man. You don't have to attack another person's work to gain attention for your own. I'm sure Coov cares as much about his designs as you do about yours. His last post (without saying anything) suggests that he's read what you said, and doesn't really care, but I'm sure it's still hurtful.

I will be back at my home computer in about an hour and a half where I will "contribute" some more.


I hope you do. In fact, I hope you "contribute" an apology to Coov for trashing his designs, because it's certainly in order.


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Ok I apoligize. I agree that I sort of blew up for no reason and that it was just because I was a little tired of seeing the same circle-jerking about Coov's work after browsing through this entire thread. I really don't want to come off as a complete jerk, I can just be opinionated every now and then.

Your work is not that bad Coov, but I'd love to see how you expand upon a lot of your ideas and go the extra mile to give them an extra flare. That's really what design is all about. As a tip, I always found small movie titles on the side of dvds hard to read. Perhaps in your next work you can make them more spread out. Also I'd like to see more developed backsides and inserts. Again, sorry for the fuss. I realize you are a very respectable person and I don't want to harm that in any way. Perhaps I was just trying to throw attention away from you.
But I was going to go to tosche station to pick up some power converters!
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Originally posted by: PepsiOtaku

Perhaps I was just trying to throw attention away from you (Coov).


in favor of throwing negative attention your way? interesting strategy.
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Originally posted by: scalesojustice

in favor of throwing negative attention your way? interesting strategy.


What can I say? I'm an instigator 8-)

But I was going to go to tosche station to pick up some power converters!
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PepsiOtaku,

I don't speak for Coov, but I know he does design work for a living, so I'm sure he'll take your suggestions for what they're worth.

Being "opinionated" is one thing, being a complete ass is another. Normally, I'm not the kind of person to get into scuffles on the internet, but I was offended by your post and your attitude, especially for a new person. This community isn't like TF.N where people get on and flame other people for the sake of stroking their own ego. That's why I like this board. Most of us are a more civilized and friendly crowd, so your post just struck me as being appallingly arrogant, downright nasty and out-of-place. We're just not used to that around here.

Thank you for your apology to Coov. Accordingly, I will aplogize to you for anything hurtful I said about your work. My criticisms of it still stand, but I'm sorry for saying it in a mean way. I appreciate that you took the time to create it and post it, and it looks quite nice for using a long-worn out design (But, to be honest, that's a matter of personal preference, which has nothing to do with the execution. I was admittedly just using it as ammunition.) In short, I like your box, ok? I think the suggestion of cardboard covers opens up a whole world of possibilities for this medium of fan-created DVD covers.

So, are we cool? You've apologized, I've apologized. Everyone hopefully knows their place now and we can get back to the regularly scheduled programming on this thread...


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To Ell: It's okay for people to share unfavorable opinions about other people's work. It's okay to criticize. But please don't encourage comments like this on this forum...

Coov's work is not the end all be all of star wars dvd covers. Every other post in this thread is "oh my god coov fapfapfap." Just fucking stop it. I've been re-editing the same star wars boxset for the past year now, with tons of revisions. Coov just pumps out tons of boring covers that I really can't see anyone use. In half of them, the backside has absolutely nothing more than a logo. Coov, your stuff looks nice, don't get me wrong but if you realy cared about your work you'd finalize a few of those designs for actual use.


We're all artists here. We all care about our work. There's just no need for that kind of attitude.

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Originally posted by: PepsiOtaku
Ok I apoligize. I agree that I sort of blew up for no reason and that it was just because I was a little tired of seeing the same circle-jerking about Coov's work after browsing through this entire thread. I really don't want to come off as a complete jerk, I can just be opinionated every now and then.

Your work is not that bad Coov, but I'd love to see how you expand upon a lot of your ideas and go the extra mile to give them an extra flare. That's really what design is all about. As a tip, I always found small movie titles on the side of dvds hard to read. Perhaps in your next work you can make them more spread out. Also I'd like to see more developed backsides and inserts. Again, sorry for the fuss. I realize you are a very respectable person and I don't want to harm that in any way. Perhaps I was just trying to throw attention away from you.



I can see where you are coming from and your frustration towards my "spotlight". I am not looking for attention, and for the most part can care less wether someone likes my work or not. Sure it is comforting that there are people in here that really enjoy my work... and with as much stuff as I put out there, some of my work is bound to appeal to someone. *shrugs* I enjoy making covers, and others seem to enjoy that I share them. I have no control if they are fussed over or not.

The simplicity of my work not only is a preference of mine and a few others in here... but because there are SOOOO many transfers, edits, etc. that the creators can just take what I have done, and slap whatever the heck they want to on the back. Anyone who feels my work is incomplete looking because of simplicity, complete it to how you see fit. I don't get paid for this, and I would keep doing them if there was no one to share them with. It is all in fun.

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Yes we are cool. I tend to get a little nuts from time to time

The simplicity of my work not only is a preference of mine and a few others in here... but because there are SOOOO many transfers, edits, etc. that the creators can just take what I have done, and slap whatever the heck they want to on the back. Anyone who feels my work is incomplete looking because of simplicity, complete it to how you see fit. I don't get paid for this, and I would keep doing them if there was no one to share them with. It is all in fun.


I guess I had this place all wrong for whatever reason. I should have seen that sort of perspective from the beginning but I think too competitively. I admit that making star wars covers was not only my most successful work but the most fun to do. I'll probably be here a lot.

At any rate, I am back home from work and here are my templates:

Edit: Boxwrap.zip
3 PSD files. Boxset template for Pretty self-explanitory. The only thing I really can't tell you off the top of my head are the exact box measurements so you'll have to figure that out. The star wars box I posted earlier was one of two that I made. The other one came out crooked. It's all a matter of trial and error, but once you get it right it'll look fantastic.

Materials:
Full sheet adhesive labels (8 1/2 x 11 or larger depending on the box size)
Paper cutter (for straight cuts)
A large sheet of mat board (Not sure what thickness exactly. 1 or 2 mm should be plenty thick. Shop around)
Scissors
12" metal ruler or a ruler with a metal edge. Stay away from that plastic shit unless you really want a crooked box =P
Pencil for measuring
Soda of choice


1. Set up your design and make sure you leave space outside the guidelines in those templates. Also leave a little bit of a margin open in "Boxwrap01.psd" and "Boxwrap02.psd" inside each guided area because you might need to cut some of the top and bottom in order to fit correctly over the box.

2. Print out some test sheets at the lowest ink setting available and make sure they fit properly over your dvds. Adjust accordingly. Double check all your designs and make sure they look the way you want them to.

3. Print out finalized designs onto "full sheet labels" adhesive paper. I used Avery brand. The results could be a little better but they do the job just fine. As long as they are full size adhesive labels you'll be golden.

3. Using the mat board, measure out your box and make sure all your lines are straight and have perfect 90 degree angles. It should look something like this:

http://img524.imageshack.us/img524/9623/cutout4ps.jpg

Make sure the cardboard won't overlap itself when it's cut. Eyeball and doublecheck the hell out the lines of this because you don't want to screw this up and have to start over.

4. Cut the box out. Be careful not to bend the mat board while you cut it. Make sure it fits the dvds. Wrap the cardboard around your box completely and make sure it can wrap tight enough around the dvd cases that they wont' be able to slip out too easily. This can be tricky.

5. Next use some kind of strong tape. Masking tape might work but I really don't know how well. I used a wide roll of duct tape that could basically stretch along the topside without any overlapping. Tape the top and bottom onto the sides. You don't have to tape the inside if you did this right. Again make sure the angles aren't crooked.

6. Once the box is all set and ready for dvds, you can apply the box wrap. I used a cheap paper cutter to cut them out so they're nice and straight. The first thing you do is cut out Boxwrap 3 into the top and bottom half. The horizontal guide along the center of the template is where you'll be cutting. Make sure the top is in the right direction. It should be facing the front side of the box. My photos on the previous page show this. For the bottom half flip the box upside down and and it should still face the front side of the box (Not shown in photos).

You'll see that there's an edge around the bottom and top pieces. Make sure those wrap around the other sides including the inside of the box. You'll need to cut accordingly.

7. Next up is the backside. Same idea just make sure the top and bottom are cut properly and wrap it around with a short overlap going into the side of the box. That will get covered up next.

8. Last but not least, cut the frontside properly and wrap it around like the others. Make sure it's not upside down etc.

Then you're done! You should have a really nice box now! Congrats. If you need more help I am 90% I'll be making another box next week for the prequels. The design for that has been done for a couple weeks but I've been at college and mat board is at home along with a nice printer. I'll go into a little more detail when I'm working on that.
But I was going to go to tosche station to pick up some power converters!
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Hey Ell,

Where did you get the artwork for your white inksaver set? This series

I've never seen any of those before. They're very nice...


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Originally posted by: Coov
Originally posted by: PSYCHO_DAYV
COOV, WHERE DO WE GET THE NEW SET ???


I wanted to see the response first. I can give 'm to ya for yall'zz project if you'd like.


THAT WOULD BE GREAT, COOV.

ELL, I HAVE ALL OF YOUR COVERS NOW ON THE DISC.


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I have this to share since box design has been brought up. It would go with the "Fancy" set I did a while back.

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b262/Coov/boxweb.jpg

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