What Does YOUR DCL magnetic door sign look like? With other great tips for your sign

[krdisneybound]

OK guys. Some great magnets out there.

Guess I'll have to post some of mine.

HAVE TO TELL YOU A STORY:

I just got back from WDW. Before we left I made a magnet which had to do with our DVC Member Cruise in September. I put it on the driver's side of the car - back door.

When I got to WDW is was gone. Guess I didn't use the "heavy" magnet paper and it had to have flown off, as we were travelling down the Turnpike. I just thought it was funny.

I think I'll use heavier magnet paper next time and see if it stays on.

 

[taeja71]

Guess I'll have to post some of mine.... HAVE TO TELL YOU A STORY:

I just got back from WDW. Before we left I made a magnet which had to do with our DVC Member Cruise in September. I put it on the driver's side of the car - back door. When I got to WDW is was gone. Guess I didn't use the "heavy" magnet paper and it had to have flown off, as we were travelling down the Turnpike. I just thought it was funny. I think I'll use heavier magnet paper next time and see if it stays on.

If some one is on the turnpike any time soon and spots a DISers car magnet, please pick it up and return it. very cute story.
Car magnet, never thought of doing that...Wow what a great idea!

 

[Zandy595]

HAVE TO TELL YOU A STORY:
I just got back from WDW. Before we left I made a magnet which had to do with our DVC Member Cruise in September. I put it on the driver's side of the car - back door.

When I got to WDW is was gone. Guess I didn't use the "heavy" magnet paper and it had to have flown off, as we were travelling down the Turnpike. I just thought it was funny.

I think I'll use heavier magnet paper next time and see if it stays on.

I cut the magnet paper I bought for signs to put DS's honor roll bumper sticker on the car because DH didn't want it stuck to the paint. That's when I found out that the magnet wasn't strong enough. It must have flown off. If you find some that is really strong, please post about it.

 

[mylilnikita]

Hello.
I have printed clip art onto magnetic paper-from learning from Disboards.com, but for the 2nd Disney cruise I am going on with DD7 this December, I want to try to do more creative signs. After going to 5 stores last night, I finally found the Disney Magic Artist program so I was thinking of creating a sign from that. But, here is my question if Zandy595 can answer: I saw the sign that you made with Stich, but how were you able to write on it? I am new at computer clipart, etc. Would I need a scanner to first scan the picture then go back and add words? Sorry if it is a stupid question, but I want to make this trip extra special. Also, does anyone know if there is such a thing as window cling paper that way when we go to WDW before DCL trip, I could make sign for the hotel window? Thanks for all the help in advance.

 

[Zandy595]

Hello.
I have printed clip art onto magnetic paper-from learning from Disboards.com, but for the 2nd Disney cruise I am going on with DD7 this December, I want to try to do more creative signs. After going to 5 stores last night, I finally found the Disney Magic Artist program so I was thinking of creating a sign from that. But, here is my question if Zandy595 can answer: I saw the sign that you made with Stich, but how were you able to write on it? I am new at computer clipart, etc. Would I need a scanner to first scan the picture then go back and add words? Sorry if it is a stupid question, but I want to make this trip extra special. Also, does anyone know if there is such a thing as window cling paper that way when we go to WDW before DCL trip, I could make sign for the hotel window? Thanks for all the help in advance.

Ooh, where did you find Disney Magic Artist? Is it the newest version? DS has an old version that doesn't work with Windows XP. I've been looking for a new one, but can't find it anywhere.

Putting words on pictures is very easy. Once you play around with your software you'll see what I mean. In the printshop software I've worked with, all you do is put a text box on the picture, select your font and type. If you want certain pictures behind or in front of other pictures or words, you can do layering too. It took me a while to learn how to use all the tools in the programs.

Yes, there is such a thing as window cling you can print on. However, I've never used it and I don't remember where I saw it. If you end up doing it let me know. I'd love to find out how it works.

 

[mmouse37]

I love this picture.How did you get the background picture?

It looks like one of the new designs for the disney visa card....they came out with 4 new designs...

check link below:

http://www.firstusa.com/cgi-bin/webcgi/webserve.cgi?partner_dir_name=disney_25merch_giftcard_dl

Nope, I was mistaken....not the same pic!!! I think it came from the Disney Experience website!!!

 

[Zandy595]

It looks like one of the new designs for the disney visa card....they came out with 4 new designs...

check link below:

http://www.firstusa.com/cgi-bin/webcgi/webserve.cgi?partner_dir_name=disney_25merch_giftcard_dl

Nope, I was mistaken....not the same pic!!! I think it came from the Disney Experience website!!!

You're right, it is from the Disney Experience website. I posted a link to it a few posts back.

I read in Disney Visa's seasonal newsletter that they would be sending out new cards in April and May. I haven't gotten my card yet. Has anyone else?

 

[Momeska]

I had a similar experience with the magnetic paper on the car. I made a two page banner for DS's high school graduation. I put the two pieces flush up against each other on the side of the car. When we got to school, only one sign was left saying, "CONGRA, BEC, Class o". Don't use it on your cars!

Hammermill makes clear window decal paper that will go through an inkjet printer. I found it on clearance at Walmart. Try Staples or Office Depot if your Walmart doesn't carry it.

 

[mylilnikita]

Zandy595: I found the Magic Artist at Super Kmart, it was a bonus of buying a Mickey Mouse computer mouse and was on clearance. It has on it that is for Windows 95/98, but I have Windows XP on my computer, but was able to use it. I will keep playing with the software.

Momeska: Thank you for the info on the window decal, I will be going out today to look for it.
Thanks to both of you for your help.

 

[DisneyMom&Fan]

Sandy, we got our new Chase Disney cards in the mail this week. Chase sends you replacement cards similar to the original card, but also include a flyer showing the 4 new designs that you can choose from. We called and ordered the Mickey & Friends card, so all we had to do was destroy the new cards they sent us and wait for the even newer cards to arrive.

I love my Disney card!!

 

[ImMarcik]

Sandy, we got our new Chase Disney cards in the mail this week. Chase sends you replacement cards similar to the original card, but also include a flyer showing the 4 new designs that you can choose from. We called and ordered the Mickey & Friends card, so all we had to do was destroy the new cards they sent us and wait for the even newer cards to arrive.

I love my Disney card!!

I called and got the Mickey & Friends card too. It came in the other day.


Marcie

 

[Tricialiv]

We got our cards yesterday. I haven't decided on the new designs yet. They are all neat. What sizes are the signs. How big is the door. I am so excited to start making signs for our Dec cruise. Maybe we will have a different one each day (just kidding...probably)

 

[Zandy595]

We got our cards yesterday. I haven't decided on the new designs yet. They are all neat. What sizes are the signs. How big is the door. I am so excited to start making signs for our Dec cruise. Maybe we will have a different one each day (just kidding...probably)

The magnetic sheets are regular paper size - 8 1/2 x 11.

LOL I just got my Disney Visa cards today. I think I'll order the Mickey & Friends one too. Now does DH have to get the same design or can he keep the plain red one?

 

[KaitlinsMom]

Here's another sign we had on our door:

 

[gydell]

I don't know anything about the door signs. Can some one help me out? Where do you get the magnetic paper? And anything else that would help me I would appreciate. Thanks

 

[Zandy595]

I don't know anything about the door signs. Can some one help me out? Where do you get the magnetic paper? And anything else that would help me I would appreciate. Thanks

You can get the magnetic paper at Walmart, office supply stores and some people on this thread order it from an online store. I'm sure someone will post a link for you.

Here are some links to sites with Disney clipart and downloadable fonts:
http://clipart.disneysites.com/display.php?catID=170
http://www.mickeyavenue.com/fonts/
http://www.disgalaxy.addr.com/
http://www.disneyexperience.com/paper1.htm

I just copy a picture to my computer, then use a printshop program to create the sign.

 

[mylilnikita]

Zandy595: I forgot to write that earlier today I saw I guess the newest version of Magic Artist that has XP on it, from Amazon. com. You were right, I have been playing with the program and it was easy after I was messing around to figure out how to work it. Thanks again.

 

[Verandah Man]

I don't know anything about the door signs. Can some one help me out? Where do you get the magnetic paper? And anything else that would help me I would appreciate. Thanks

I tend to buy my magnectic paper in bulk (25 or 50 sheets at a time), this is the site I use:
http://www.decalpaper.com/magnetic-decalpaper.html

 

[Zandy595]

Zandy595: I forgot to write that earlier today I saw I guess the newest version of Magic Artist that has XP on it, from Amazon. com. You were right, I have been playing with the program and it was easy after I was messing around to figure out how to work it. Thanks again.

You're very welcome. How do you like the program, so far? Make sure you post a picture once you get your sign made. I wish I could get DS's old DMAS to work on our new computer.

 

[krdisneybound]

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