Aluminum Nameplates, Labels and Badges This video features a series of etched hearts on aluminum. The designs were originally used on an aluminum match box cover. Multiple brush directions are combined with bright aluminum to add movement throughout. The surface dances with highlights and shadows. ...
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Aluminum Match Box Inspiration This series of aluminum match box cover designs was inspired by colorful vintage cigar labels. Each cigar label is a mini masterpiece designed to entice buyers into choosing a particular brand. Cigar label art has been collected by many for over a hundred years. ...
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Deidre Kruser
Holiday Match Box Covers Etching can be used in nameplates for industrial applications or to create a premium look as shown here in the aluminum match boxes. Our series of match box designs which feature mechanical finishes and etching are some of my favorites. The surface of the aluminum comes to ...
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Deidre Kruser
Aluminum Key Case The Indian motorcycle metal case shown here was an accesory for the bike designed to hold two keys. The aluminum box features an engine stripe finish in the background creating a holographic effect and visual depth. The graphics are screen printed on the metal in the flat sheet ...
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Deidre Kruser
Metal Match Box Cover The versatility of aluminum is illustrated in metal match box covers. The processes used to make a logo or brand come to life on a nameplate are the same processes brought together in metal match boxes.
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Deidre Kruser
Patinaed Metal Aluminum is a versatile substrate which can be decorated in an endless range of patinaed surfaces that can be integrated into nameplates creating antiqued effects. Our library of finishes includes a wide range of aged and distressed surfaces on metal. All of these can be integrated ...
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