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Paul Ruccio · « **Reply #50 on:** February 13, 2015, 04:39:53 PM »

Project has reached over 105% funded with 5 days left. If you haven't check out Jetsetter Playing Cards yet... here's your chance.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/paulruccio/jetsetter-playing-cards-printed-by-legends-playing

Paul Ruccio · « **Reply #51 on:** April 29, 2015, 10:57:49 PM »

It's been a while since I've swung by to post. Thought I'd take a moment to provide an update regarding Jetsetter Playing Cards...

Physical proofs are en route from LPCC for review and approval. Once approved the playing cards will be moving to production. I ended up adding a couple "features" or accents to the tuck case. Nothing crazy. Very simple but will be a nice touch and unexpected. The campaign on Kickstarter ended up being really successful. The majority of the decks were accounted for directly through the Kickstarter campaign. Although there will be residual decks available directly from my site and a couple other options, the availability will be limited. I'm really excited to finally see these land in everyone's hands.

Until next time...

Don Boyer · « **Reply #52 on:** April 30, 2015, 11:36:37 AM »

Thanks for the update, Paul!

Paul.Middleton · « **Reply #53 on:** April 30, 2015, 11:58:34 AM »

This is one similar, minimal deck that i'm really looking forward to. It's done very nicely IMO. I like the shade of green used too.

Don Boyer · « **Reply #54 on:** April 30, 2015, 01:10:31 PM »

Quote from: Paul.Middleton on April 30, 2015, 11:58:34 AM

This is one similar, minimal deck that i'm really looking forward to. It's done very nicely IMO. I like the shade of green used too.

Hmm... The design is simple, but not really minimal. That term's been tossed around a lot lately, and not always correctly applied. The individual planes in the design are minimal of themselves, but the pattern of so many of them together is considered more simple than minimal. A single large plane taking the entire card back - would be minimal; a single tiny plane in the center would be even more so, but not dozens of planes arranged in a neat pattern.

Forgive me if I'm being pedantic about this. "Minimal" is rapidly climbing the list of deck-design clichés, joining the ranks of steampunk, Lovecraftian mythos, zombies, Alice in Wonderland, etc. This deck doesn't belong on that list.

Paul.Middleton · « **Reply #55 on:** April 30, 2015, 01:16:58 PM »

Quote from: Don Boyer on April 30, 2015, 01:10:31 PM

Do you have any hairs left to split?

Bet you're as bald as me lol

Paul.Middleton · « **Reply #56 on:** April 30, 2015, 02:31:58 PM »

Just to clarify - that wasn't implying you are receding or even bald, ive no idea - it was a reference to your love of "splitting hairs"

Don Boyer · « **Reply #57 on:** April 30, 2015, 03:22:46 PM »

Quote from: Paul.Middleton on April 30, 2015, 02:31:58 PM

Just to clarify - that wasn't implying you are receding or even bald, ive no idea - it was a reference to your love of "splitting hairs"

Shaved - been losing hair since my teens.

Yes, I tend to split hairs, but it's worth it in this case. The Jetsetter deck shouldn't be lumped in with all the other "minimal" designs. It's more original.

Paul.Middleton · « **Reply #58 on:** April 30, 2015, 04:56:39 PM »

I'm pretty sure my post was more complimentary than to "lump in with the others". Anyway, we can agree to disagree.

HolyJJ · « **Reply #59 on:** April 30, 2015, 05:13:31 PM »

For me this deck is more simple, than it is "minimal" -- for me minimal is when back designs are pretty plain in that they aren't "busy". For example, the Madison Rounders, the Wynn logo decks, etc. The use of only 3 colours on the faces is also something that makes Madison Rounders very much minimal.

I think the Jetsetter back design is very much comparable to something like the Smithback No 2 that CARC did -- a repeating pattern, with a hybrid border.

Anyway, minimal or not, this is a deck that I'm looking looking forward to receiving!

Paul Ruccio · « **Reply #60 on:** April 30, 2015, 06:06:51 PM »

Thanks guys! It means a lot to see that everyone is looking forward to receiving these. I've been pretty excited myself. I'm actually about to catch a plane home and in high hopes that the physical proofs are waiting for me. If not, they'll probably arrive next week and I'll be able to review and approve them when I get home next week.

As soon as I review, approve, and update all the other backers on Kickstarter. I'll be sure to post some photos of the proofs.

Time to board the plane... literally...

Thanks again for all the support!

Paul Ruccio · « **Reply #61 on:** May 08, 2015, 01:29:47 PM »

Here's sneak peek of the Jetsetter Playing Cards tuck cases (see attached).

HolyJJ · « **Reply #62 on:** May 08, 2015, 02:13:30 PM »

That tuck looks freakin' awesome!

It's turned out twice as good as expected. I'm not kicking myself for not pledging for 6 more decks!

MrVamp · « **Reply #63 on:** May 08, 2015, 03:19:27 PM »

Nice tuckbox, indeed. The back embossing looks great.

Paul Ruccio · « **Reply #64 on:** May 08, 2015, 04:38:37 PM »

Quote from: HolyJJ on May 08, 2015, 02:13:30 PM

That tuck looks freakin' awesome!

It's turned out twice as good as expected. I'm not kicking myself for not pledging for 6 more decks!

Thank you, JJ. I'm really happy with how the tuck case looks and feels. It's simple, the features are subtle, and it give a really classy vibe. I cannot wait to see the actual finished product.

Quote from: MrVamp on May 08, 2015, 03:19:27 PM

Nice tuckbox, indeed. The back embossing looks great.

Thank you! I'm really digging the results. The embossing isn't really embossing at all. It's UV spot ink. It really made the deck fit the jetsetter-style theme.

Paul Ruccio · « **Reply #65 on:** May 15, 2015, 01:38:45 PM »

In case you need something to hold you over until the decks are printed and delivered... vintage Jetsetter Playing Cards tee shirts are available for a limited time... teespring.com/jetsetter-playing-cards-vtg (see attached too)

Paul Ruccio · « **Reply #66 on:** June 26, 2015, 02:10:28 PM »

Great news! Fulfillment (directly from LPCC) will officially start the week of July 6th. The first two decks from production were pulled and they're en route to me now. Pretty excited.

HolyJJ · « **Reply #67 on:** June 27, 2015, 10:09:46 AM »

Excellent news!

I always take a few decks with me whenever I'm travelling. Well, the next time I'm travelling via air, Jetsetter will be the cards I'll be shuffling throughout the journey.

This is one of the few decks where I like absolutely everything... and so I'm genuinely excited about receiving them next month

Paul Ruccio · « **Reply #68 on:** June 29, 2015, 04:59:48 PM »

Quote from: HolyJJ on June 27, 2015, 10:09:46 AM

Excellent news!

I always take a few decks with me whenever I'm travelling. Well, the next time I'm travelling via air, Jetsetter will be the cards I'll be shuffling throughout the journey.

This is one of the few decks where I like absolutely everything... and so I'm genuinely excited about receiving them next month

Thank you for the tremendous support. I cannot wait until the two decks get here. I'm guessing I'll have them in my hands on Wednesday or Thursday - they were just processed through the NYC sort facility. I'll be sure to post some photos when they arrive.

Glad you'll be bringing Jetsetter Playing Cards next time you travel by air. Please share photos if you do! I cannot wait to see these go everywhere.

Paul Ruccio · « **Reply #69 on:** July 14, 2015, 10:18:59 AM »

Fulfillment by LPCC has started and should be completed by the end of the week. Looking forward to seeing them land in everyone's hands. Enjoy!

Don Boyer · « **Reply #70 on:** July 14, 2015, 02:24:53 PM »

Quote from: Paul Ruccio on July 14, 2015, 10:18:59 AM

Fulfillment by LPCC has started and should be completed by the end of the week. Looking forward to seeing them land in everyone's hands. Enjoy!

I have to say, I've really enjoyed these cards. You chose a GREAT shade of red for the red suits, and the stock is excellent.

Paul Ruccio · « **Reply #71 on:** July 15, 2015, 09:59:40 AM »

Quote from: Don Boyer on July 14, 2015, 02:24:53 PM

I have to say, I've really enjoyed these cards. You chose a GREAT shade of red for the red suits, and the stock is excellent.

Thank you, Don! Glad you're enjoying them. I love how they came out. Very pleased with the results. I greatly appreciate the support here and on Kickstarter. Couldn't have done it without everyone's support.

Now, I'm hoping to build Jetsetter Playing Cards out as a brand. I've sold 34 tee shirts so far (teespring.com/jetsetter-playing-cards-vtg) which is giving me the gut feeling that Jetsetter Playing Cards could morph into their own brand. I should send you a DM sometime soon to give you a heads up on potential future plans. Could get interesting...

Paul Ruccio · « **Reply #72 on:** July 22, 2015, 11:51:37 AM »

Received an update from LPCC last night... all decks of Jetsetter Playing Cards have been officially shipped. Keep checking that mailbox!

Justin O. · « **Reply #73 on:** July 22, 2015, 03:27:00 PM »

Quote from: Paul Ruccio on July 22, 2015, 11:51:37 AM

Received an update from LPCC last night... all decks of Jetsetter Playing Cards have been officially shipped. Keep checking that mailbox!

Sad I missed this KS, really love this deck, and those tuckes are stellar! Any plans to sell after the project? Or is the resale market my best bet?

Paul Ruccio · « **Reply #74 on:** July 23, 2015, 02:53:52 PM »

Quote from: Justin O. on July 22, 2015, 03:27:00 PM

Sad I missed this KS, really love this deck, and those tuckes are stellar! Any plans to sell after the project? Or is the resale market my best bet?

Thank you! The tuck really did come out great. It feels very classy. I'm gearing up to launch the website sometime next month. No set date right now but you'll have the chance to purchase some decks. Stay tuned for more information.