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Don Boyer · « **Reply #25 on:** December 03, 2012, 03:19:17 PM »

Quote from: 10ofclubs on December 03, 2012, 02:31:07 PM

I like the extra, larger pips more. They definitely get rid of some of the blank space.

And the slogan on the axe on the right of the back is missing a period.

I think the period is actually there - it looks "attached" to the bottom right of the "E". Hey, maybe that's his subtle one-way mark!

Those added pips REALLY flesh out your court cards more. If you wanted to really go hog wild on the lumberjack theme, you could make the large pips appear to be cut segments of suit-shaped logs, complete with bark on the outer edges, rings in the center, etc.

Vadim Smolenskiy · « **Reply #26 on:** December 03, 2012, 03:24:41 PM »

Thanks for the replies!

They are starting to grown on me. Don, I like your idea about giving them cut segments, I'll give that a try.

@10ofclubs Yeah, I think it's because those are screenshots so it maybe have gotten lost. But, it's there! Thanks for point that out.

I'll keep the updates coming!

Don Boyer · « **Reply #27 on:** December 03, 2012, 03:37:01 PM »

Just out of curiosity, why are you sticking to monochrome faces? It's understandable for the spot cards, but for the courts, since you're using red and black ink regardless, you could jazz them up a little with red and black on the characters themselves.

Will any of the queens be the "company cook", complete with pancakes and maple syrup?

Or perhaps one of the Jacks! It's a bit like what Russell did for his Americana deck - three queens were harlot-esque characters while the fourth was a Bible-thumping nun!

Vadim Smolenskiy · « **Reply #28 on:** December 03, 2012, 04:07:05 PM »

Quote from: Don Boyer on December 03, 2012, 03:37:01 PM

Just out of curiosity, why are you sticking to monochrome faces? It's understandable for the spot cards, but for the courts, since you're using red and black ink regardless, you could jazz them up a little with red and black on the characters themselves.

Will any of the queens be the "company cook", complete with pancakes and maple syrup? Or perhaps one of the Jacks! It's a bit like what Russell did for his Americana deck - three queens were harlot-esque characters while the fourth was a Bible-thumping nun!

Haha, no, no company cook, though that would be pretty funny. The reason why I went with a monochrome design is because in my head plaid shirts are shades of red (I know they have black in them) but that's how they ended up. I also initially designed the spades and clubs to be all blue (sort of a blue and red plaid theme) but my friends were really confused why I used blue instead of the standard black. I did have black with the red initially as well but ended going all red and all black. Not sure if that helps answer you question Don.

Vadim Smolenskiy · « **Reply #29 on:** December 04, 2012, 02:25:23 PM »

So I've been thinking and from all the comments I've been getting about the large pips on the court cards and I've decided to go without them. It's a cleaner look, you can reverse fan, etc. Either way, I won't be able to make everyone happy!

Here's a couple images of the pip cards:

@10ofclubs:

Thanks guys!

Don Boyer · « **Reply #30 on:** December 04, 2012, 11:18:15 PM »

Quote from: Kleetz on December 04, 2012, 02:25:23 PM

So I've been thinking and from all the comments I've been getting about the large pips on the court cards and I've decided to go without them. It's a cleaner look, you can reverse fan, etc. Either way, I won't be able to make everyone happy!

Thanks guys!

Darn. I liked those pips.

At least the spot cards have bold but clean pips and numbers on them.

Are you going for a sort-of cream background, or white?

Vadim Smolenskiy · « **Reply #31 on:** December 05, 2012, 08:26:25 PM »

Hey guys,

So lately I've been taking a closer look at the front of the tuck box and I saw some flaws / inconsistencies with it. I've decided to tweak some things and I feel that this direction makes more sense. Let me know what you think!

Notice the copy underneath "LUMBERJACKS"

I think I've mentioned this earlier, but I've also concluded that I will be doing a Kickstarter. I've been thinking of stretch goals and other variations for another version of the tuck case. Here's an idea I came up with, both tie each other in. Maybe this can be an all red tuck? I want your thoughts!!

I have a feeling that most may say it's too empty (and I agree... like 85%) I'm open to hear some suggestions or ideas. Also, I think I maybe taking this too far??

Thanks,
Kleetz

10ofclubs · « **Reply #32 on:** December 05, 2012, 10:50:14 PM »

I liked the red tuck more originally. But I really like the idea of having a "cut" and "uncut" version. Would the backs be the same?

Vadim Smolenskiy · « **Reply #33 on:** December 12, 2012, 11:54:31 AM »

UPDATE!

Sent the design to Bicycle for their approval. They got back to me today and it's approved!

Don Boyer · « **Reply #34 on:** December 12, 2012, 12:11:37 PM »

Excellent news. Are you hitting Kickstarter with this one or considering running it by HOPC? Or something completely different?

MrMollusk · « **Reply #35 on:** December 12, 2012, 04:22:30 PM »

Quote from: Kleetz on December 12, 2012, 11:54:31 AM

UPDATE!

Sent the design to Bicycle for their approval. They got back to me today and it's approved!

Congrats!
Looks awesome!

Vadim Smolenskiy · « **Reply #36 on:** December 13, 2012, 06:25:06 PM »

Quote from: Don Boyer on December 12, 2012, 12:11:37 PM

Excellent news. Are you hitting Kickstarter with this one or considering running it by HOPC? Or something completely different?

Hey Don,

Yep, Kickstarter for this project. Just got done shooting a quick video. Hope to have the kickstarter up this week!

@MrMollusk Thanks!

Vadim Smolenskiy · « **Reply #37 on:** December 17, 2012, 01:23:21 PM »

Hey everyone,

Just wanted to give you guys an update of where I am. I submitted the project for Kickstarter review today. Hope to hear back soon!

Thanks!

Don Boyer · « **Reply #38 on:** December 17, 2012, 06:49:37 PM »

I'm looking forward to seeing it - you'll keep us posted, I'm sure...

Vadim Smolenskiy · « **Reply #39 on:** December 17, 2012, 10:48:22 PM »

Quote from: Don Boyer on December 17, 2012, 06:49:37 PM

I'm looking forward to seeing it - you'll keep us posted, I'm sure...

Sure will! I'm trying to be very involved with everyone. Thanks for all the help!

Vadim Smolenskiy · « **Reply #40 on:** December 18, 2012, 12:36:04 PM »

Hey guys,

So good news, Kickstarter approved the project! Here's the link: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/674054954/bicycle-the-lumberjacks-playing-cards-deck

Thanks for your support to make this a successful project!

BastianBJ · « **Reply #41 on:** January 02, 2013, 08:19:11 PM »

Quote from: Kleetz on December 18, 2012, 12:36:04 PM

Hey guys,

So good news, Kickstarter approved the project! Here's the link: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/674054954/bicycle-the-lumberjacks-playing-cards-deck

Thanks for your support to make this a successful project!

I'm already a backer of the project and has been it since the launch.. I'm very happy to see that the project is as successful as it is

Lara Krystle "Lane" · « **Reply #42 on:** January 06, 2013, 03:21:08 AM »

I just wanted to say I just saw this and I absolutely love this deck! I love the whole fairy tale snow white story book feel to it! Great job!!! you almost hit your goal for KS!!!

alvinhy · « **Reply #43 on:** January 12, 2013, 06:19:42 AM »

congratulations on being successfully

funded!!!

Vadim Smolenskiy · « **Reply #44 on:** January 14, 2013, 03:16:44 PM »

Thanks everyone!

Your support made it happen! There are still 2 days to go until funding closes. If you haven't backed it yet, here's your chance!

Kleetz

Lara Krystle "Lane" · « **Reply #45 on:** January 14, 2013, 07:05:53 PM »

Quote from: Kleetz on January 14, 2013, 03:16:44 PM

Thanks everyone!

Your support made it happen! There are still 2 days to go until funding closes. If you haven't backed it yet, here's your chance!

Kleetz

I probably won't be backing up in KS anytime soon because I've had a lot of trouble with it being in China and the site blocked most of the times.

The Credit card stuff is jut too much of a hassel. But if someone is going to resell these I would probably buy from them.

Congrats!

Vadim Smolenskiy · « **Reply #46 on:** January 14, 2013, 08:45:21 PM »

Thanks Lara!

Yeah the Chinese firewall is intense!

Kleetz

Vadim Smolenskiy · « **Reply #47 on:** January 17, 2013, 12:16:51 PM »

Hey guys,

There's about 15minutes to go until funding is finished. If you haven't yet backed, this is your last chance to get them through Kickstarter!

Thanks for all of your continued support!
Kleetz

alvinhy · « **Reply #48 on:** January 20, 2013, 02:33:01 AM »

Grats on meeting your goal!!

John Spade · « **Reply #49 on:** February 10, 2013, 09:44:55 PM »

Love this design. Has an interesting, vintage-y feel to it. Great work!