When using the Hobby Lobby frames, has anybody tried removing the cushion backing first?  It's definitely a compression fit between the glass and the cards, not to mention this prevents the screws on the back from allowing the 'shelves' to make tight contact with the back.  I was thinking of using a razor blade to cut it out from the inside, but concerned they may have also used adhesive to keep it in place and it may end up being quite the mess.  I assume worst case I could shave all the padding out and replace the white fabric to cover up the mess, but hoping this has already been done and it's simple?

Also, volantangel & ruicorreia both picked 2 of spades.  There is a hat tie breaker, but FYI if either want to change it.

Hi everyone, Clipped Wings has a stretch goal: If the campaign reaches 36k in funding, the Curator uncut sheets will be reprinted! 

HUGE!!!!  Thanks for the work to make that (hopefully) happen!

How much more minimalistic can you get?

I'm putting these up on KS next week.   

@Seadragon, I assume you used a method similar to what is discussed in the thread linked below?  If you used other methods or have other tips it would be appreciated!  I'm leaning more and more to having at least a few of these created.

http://www.playingcardforum.com/playing-card-plethora/how-to-build-a-$25-display-case/

Thanks for the insight here.  I decided it would be worth it to give it a shot.

Quote from: ecNate on March 02, 2014, 06:57:34 PM

Quote from: Sparkz on February 17, 2014, 02:46:12 PM

So I finally got around to finishing a few of my Hobby Lobby frames, not sure what direction I want to go as the collection grows, but happy with having what I have on display.

This is my little corner of the house, any of you who are married, have children or in a serious relationship know what I mean, lol

What Hobby Lobby frames did you use?  Wondering if they are front loading shadow boxes.  I looked at Michaels near me and all they had was a few smaller ones.  Hobby Lobby is a bit out of the way, but maybe it's worth it?

Thanks!

I went to michaels at first and their front loading frames are smaller than what most people are posting on here.  So I returned the unused frame I purchased and I drove out of my way to go to Hobby Lobby to get the bigger front loading frames.  I like the Hobby Lobby frames better and it was a few bucks cheaper than michaels.  I got the Hobby Lobby frames for 50% off.  Working with both frames I would suggest Hobby Lobby frames.

Thanks for the update.  I'll have to stop in at Hobby Lobby next time I'm near one - none in my city, but they are in cities I visit from time to time.  I am leaning towards just creating a custom set of exact sized display cases for my needs.  I have to create bar cabinets, in wall bookshelf and wall display case for my car model collection as part of my basement finishing anyhow so this would just be another as long as I have the table saw setup and have the help from father in law...then again, with as much work as that will all be it would be good to have the option to just buy something that works and get it over with!  I'll see if maybe what they have will work for what I need, thanks again.  I just need to quit buying decks before I run out of space before I even have the storage bought/built!!!! 

Argh! Missed them again!  All Sold Out.

updated thread title, better luck next time!

Wow. I guess I should have mentioned something when I spotted them last week. They had been there since Friday

Actually, the notice that was put up on Friday ended up selling out that same day too.  Not sure where they keep 'finding' these or if it's just an effort to create drama, but I bought it. 

That Playing Arts deck is pretty neat, thanks for sharing.  Only problem is it's on pre-order and has been forever, no mention of when it may ship.  Making matters worse the website was obviously designed by an artist and it shows because it's just pretty and no actual content or logical flow/structure.  I'll have to see if I can do some digging and asking questions to find out more.  Why do they have to make it so hard to buy from them?  lol

I understand the desire to show off more than just the packaging, especially with the more artistic of the custom decks.  There may be a simple solution.

Have you considered one of those digital picture frames?  You know the type - they can be set to cycle through a library of prints that you load as image files into the device's memory.  You can snap photos of the cards you like from a particular deck along with the tuck box itself, leaving you with a rotating display of your favorites, then use the shadow boxes just for holding decks.

What do you think?

Thanks, that could be a good idea for some and maybe if I end up with tons of them.  However, I don't/won't end up with that many decks that I'll feel the need to display.  I'm thinking maybe 3-4 frames like what Sparkz posted should be enough in the space I have picked out for them.  I really like the idea of having a front loading case with shelves so I can easily swap them out if desired. 

So obviously I'm an oddball because I have all my top bookmarks as just icons in my Chrome bookmark/toolbar.

The favicon for this site is this.  What is that exactly?


Mostly just curious, but it would be amazing to me if you could update it someday to something more clear and related, like a deck of cards or just A with a spade or something.  Unless of course this has some key meaning I'm missing because I can't make it out.

 

Thanks for this, I really like this idea.  I was planning to simply use some small dual set wooden boxes with glass covers to store and display, but still be ready for use.  Although, as my small (under 20 collection) gets larger I am moving into more art worthy cards and those that I may just want to display instead of use.  Still, I don't plan to keep any sealed in the box as I want to fully enjoy them (and don't plan to buy duplicates).  So I was thinking of using this shadow box idea with a hinged glass front and a simple lock (kids), but have the deck and also the court (not sure about Ace) and backs displayed.  Somewhat like this photo.  I would imagine this solution would also work great for that, but likely would need a small ridge added at the front of each shelf or something in front of the loose cars.  I'm thinking maybe just a small shallow rip on the table saw to slightly set the card in maybe.

Problem would be that with this frame that would limit me to just 4-5 decks per box and my chosen space is really limited to maybe 2-3 boxes of this size.