As a heads up for the top of the label, if you place the label overnight in a clipboard so the top of the label is bent over, it will remember the bend and stick perfectly. Also, I'd place in between two old credit cards on the clipboard so the clip doesn't clip too tough on the label. It's what I always do and I highly recommend! Great vid as always.
Your attention to detail is amazing. Your repro carts are superb. Learning a great deal about the craft from your channel, always look forward to new vids from you on the Tube lol keep up the excellent work
Thanks for this video. I'm making repro labels and they look amazing. I use LD glossy paper and the Silhouette will detect without having to make it detect manually. I'm still trying to find ways to kep the label from lifting from the spine though. Thanks again for this video!
Riggs, as to assist in the top part from rising up from the cart, fold the label and place it under a clip board for a few days to force the folding top to stay
I'm not a game collector, but a while ago, I made labels for some of my Mega drive games, the cheap way, printing on normal paper and laminating with clear box tape before cutting and using glue stick. I made all them from straight on PS, using the better independent images I could find from the covers, logos, ratings, etc., even a legal text in case of "The Lost World", trying to keep the fidelity, even on bootleg cartridges, adaptating the proportions. Nice to know there are nicer ways to make a really good looking label.
Ever since I started to make my own labels for Snes on Corel draw I Just can't stop. I don't mean labels taken from the web but actual labels made entirely from scratch following the original ones on real cartridge. I use same images, measures, fonts, edit, dev logos, and make in 100% vector. Just to make my repro carts look like original. I have now more than 250 labels for Snes and Genesis. On more than 10 gbs of Corel draw files. It's really adicting!
Hi John, just wanted to thank you for this tutorial, I used the same method which gave me fantastic results. I however used Avery Gloss Labels which gave me a deeper black when compared to a standard non gloss label. I also used a good quality 80micron gloss laminate. Amazing quality. Thanks!
you have a specific brand for that laminate? I've been trying different lamination methods for years. I've tried the 3mil pouches and I find that they're too stiff. They look nice, but they don't really allow the sticker to bend. I'm trying to find a more "ready to stick" laminate without spending thousands on a big machine And I've tried laminating sheets, but I feel there's too much room for error on those.
Indeed, thank you kindly! I have a few SEGA Genesis carts that are sorely in need of re-shelling and re-labeling, so, this most helpful. They play fine, but the poor things look like they've been through a purse tour with Mike Tyson...whoever had them before me did not take care of them at all :(
have you thought about running two stickers through the heat machine at one time with the labels facing opposite directions? That way you could get twice the amount out of the laminate.
BTW you can right click the image and select 'move to back'. That'll put the cut outline above the image so you can see how it's lined up. The bubbling on the self stick lamination is called 'silvering'. The office depot pouch you use will work ok for most inkjet prints but will not work well for laser prints. The lamination will wind up coming loose from the paper at the fold line. Less thick lamination will be less likely for the top flap to pop up. Also using a more aggressive label paper helps. You should bug me on NA sometime.
Before you put the label on, fold the label on the edge so that it is ready to be applied to the front and top of the cart. No need for additional glue or pop ups
Nice video and a cool way to show some love for your Patreons with that giveaway. I'm considering getting into collecting GBA games and other handhelds, so looking at stuff like this gets me thinking. A damaged GBA cover could ruin the whole aesthetic, but a whole sheet of that would be enough for dozens of GBA labels. Fantastic job on the custom cartridge, too.
Just found your channel a few days ago and TH-cam keeps recommending videos of yours to me. And I'm like, "Why am I not already subscribed?" Anyways, new subscriber here. Great videos!!
It seems to me that you could use a credit card as a smoother, to press down the label better and to bend and crease the label into shape around the end part. With clean white paper folded over it as protection, it should be able to help with better adhesion, ideally without any damage to the label. Worth trying?
when I apply graphics to our work trucks I spray a soapy water mix onto the surface so I can move the graphic to where I want it. once it drys it's perfect. Maybe you could try using soapy water to place your stickers easier?
Great tips, John. I needed a better way to make labels. I have a bunch of flash carts that I designed labels for but haven't printed since I want a better finish
We have a Cameo, can do the same thing with it? Pretty sure it can :) One step I did not understand is after you laminate it (I happen to have a laminating machine too) you put some paper on it or something.. what was that step? Or was that just the self stick lamination you did on a second sheet?
Just wondering if you could make a cart for me. It's a version of MTPO that I think would be awesome that no one makes. Your how-to videos are awesome but that's a lot of learning and expense when I only want to make one.
Let me get it straight: this machine can cut in any custom shape as long as the fed paper is in a standard letter-size sheet? Thanks for the video, John! Very very interesting. Greetings from Madrid, Spain!
What is the thicknes of your lamination pouches? I mean, after you apply the sticker in on the cartridges, doesn´t look too thick? By the way awesome videos.
1.5 in which system? Imperial or metric? I´m not located in the USA so what is why I´m asking. I just ordered a SIlohuette machine. . . will arrive in a month or two.
Robert Willis I know it's late, but a good technique is to find a label scan online, then go get a ruler and meause the cartidge label area by width and height, then go on gimp, get your image, select print, go to advanced, select what unit to go by (for ex. Inches), and then input the width and height, but make sure that they are in the correct unit as well. That should print it out in the right size, that's what worked for me and my N64 carts. If you need help just let me know.
I do have a friend who just takes his labels to a print shop and has them do it. I'm sure that's fine, but I like having access to do what I want when I want.
Man i won't be making repros lol, great tutorial vid though. Interesting what processes you go through for the final product. And it looks pretty legit imo great stuff 👍👌😊
Im a huge fan of Your channels! I love how you introduce what you're going to do in the video so happily everytime i can see its you passion! Ps. What donor did you use for the bobs burgers rom? Or what pcb?
To bad you couldn’t do a servicing make some extra cash on side for label making. Cause this looks awesome I have quite a few NES, SNES, SEGA & N64 carts I got second hand that have ripped labels, slugged an or fading labels. Wish there was people out there that could re print old carts labels
Darn I just found your channel from metaljesusrocks video that you were in . John is there any way I can get/buy a copy of bobs burgers game. Bobs burgers is one of my favourite new cartoons along with Rick and Morty . If you ever make a Rick and Morty game I'd love to buy a copy.
As a heads up for the top of the label, if you place the label overnight in a clipboard so the top of the label is bent over, it will remember the bend and stick perfectly. Also, I'd place in between two old credit cards on the clipboard so the clip doesn't clip too tough on the label. It's what I always do and I highly recommend! Great vid as always.
Your attention to detail is amazing. Your repro carts are superb. Learning a great deal about the craft from your channel, always look forward to new vids from you on the Tube lol keep up the excellent work
I can see how there are loads of avenues, but I can't argue with the final product! QUALITY!!!
Absolutely mind blown! Making my own NES game. Never would have dreamed. YAAAASSSSSSSS
Discovered you via Metal Jesus. Awesome video. Very informative.
Thanks for this video. I'm making repro labels and they look amazing. I use LD glossy paper and the Silhouette will detect without having to make it detect manually. I'm still trying to find ways to kep the label from lifting from the spine though.
Thanks again for this video!
Riggs, as to assist in the top part from rising up from the cart, fold the label and place it under a clip board for a few days to force the folding top to stay
I used some of your tips (but with glossy labels I got off Amazon) to make a professional-looking label for my Super Everdrive. Subbed and thanks!
I made a label for my senior short film in college. It came out way better than I thought.
I'm not a game collector, but a while ago, I made labels for some of my Mega drive games, the cheap way, printing on normal paper and laminating with clear box tape before cutting and using glue stick. I made all them from straight on PS, using the better independent images I could find from the covers, logos, ratings, etc., even a legal text in case of "The Lost World", trying to keep the fidelity, even on bootleg cartridges, adaptating the proportions. Nice to know there are nicer ways to make a really good looking label.
Ever since I started to make my own labels for Snes on Corel draw I Just can't stop. I don't mean labels taken from the web but actual labels made entirely from scratch following the original ones on real cartridge. I use same images, measures, fonts, edit, dev logos, and make in 100% vector. Just to make my repro carts look like original. I have now more than 250 labels for Snes and Genesis. On more than 10 gbs of Corel draw files. It's really adicting!
Do you ever share your collection?
@@JBessinger00 I have never shared, my friend. Because I fear that someone would sell It online and make money of it 😬
Hi John, just wanted to thank you for this tutorial, I used the same method which gave me fantastic results. I however used Avery Gloss Labels which gave me a deeper black when compared to a standard non gloss label. I also used a good quality 80micron gloss laminate. Amazing quality. Thanks!
you have a specific brand for that laminate? I've been trying different lamination methods for years. I've tried the 3mil pouches and I find that they're too stiff. They look nice, but they don't really allow the sticker to bend. I'm trying to find a more "ready to stick" laminate without spending thousands on a big machine
And I've tried laminating sheets, but I feel there's too much room for error on those.
Riggs never disappoints!
Best way to make labels I've seen so far and they look amazing!
This is awesome! Thanks for sharing!
Very welcome!
indeed hot :)
hot
Indeed, thank you kindly! I have a few SEGA Genesis carts that are sorely in need of re-shelling and re-labeling, so, this most helpful. They play fine, but the poor things look like they've been through a purse tour with Mike Tyson...whoever had them before me did not take care of them at all :(
Always bringing the knowledge John ! Very nice !
How did i miss this one? Awesome job man.
Thank you so much for sharing this John! I've been looking forward to seeing how you make your labels for quite some time!
Thanks so much for sharing. Not only did I learn a lot but had a great time while I did.
Thank you SO much for this tutorial Riggs!!! I just couldn't wrap my brain on how to make labels. You are my hero today sir!
have you thought about running two stickers through the heat machine at one time with the labels facing opposite directions? That way you could get twice the amount out of the laminate.
just one side of the paper gets heated
BTW you can right click the image and select 'move to back'. That'll put the cut outline above the image so you can see how it's lined up.
The bubbling on the self stick lamination is called 'silvering'.
The office depot pouch you use will work ok for most inkjet prints but will not work well for laser prints. The lamination will wind up coming loose from the paper at the fold line.
Less thick lamination will be less likely for the top flap to pop up. Also using a more aggressive label paper helps. You should bug me on NA sometime.
SILVERING! That's the word I was thinking of. Thanks!! And thanks for the tips. I'm always looking for better ways to do this.
I also sent you a PM on NA from my username with some additional info. I went through a ton of testing of different materials to perfect my labels.
I'll check it out, thanks!
0:12 I like that black NES cartridge! 😁
I was thinking about this subject all weekend then you put up the video thank you!
Awesome video. Is there a Silhouette Portrait template for the Nintendo 64. I have a few games that need new labels.
Cheers
Super thank you John! Very good video!
Great video, very informative, love it !
Thank you so much for these videos!
So freakin cool. You're awesome bro. Shoutout from the other side of the mountains in Lake Stevens!
Perfect for anyone who’s made a game in NES Maker
Before you put the label on, fold the label on the edge so that it is ready to be applied to the front and top of the cart. No need for additional glue or pop ups
Nice video and a cool way to show some love for your Patreons with that giveaway.
I'm considering getting into collecting GBA games and other handhelds, so looking at stuff like this gets me thinking. A damaged GBA cover could ruin the whole aesthetic, but a whole sheet of that would be enough for dozens of GBA labels.
Fantastic job on the custom cartridge, too.
Just found your channel a few days ago and TH-cam keeps recommending videos of yours to me. And I'm like, "Why am I not already subscribed?"
Anyways, new subscriber here. Great videos!!
Cool video! What were the dimensions of your NES label? I'm having a hard time with this. Thanks.
More awesome stuff john
It seems to me that you could use a credit card as a smoother, to press down the label better and to bend and crease the label into shape around the end part. With clean white paper folded over it as protection, it should be able to help with better adhesion, ideally without any damage to the label. Worth trying?
Interesting!! Good Video. John Riggs
I wana see the cutter cut N64 labels.
When I did repros, I used semi-glossy paper and a $20 sticker maker. Your way looks a lot better.
Great video. since its a year old now does anybody know where I could buy the Bob's burger game and or get other home brews ?
Thanks for sharing! Subbed!
when I apply graphics to our work trucks I spray a soapy water mix onto the surface so I can move the graphic to where I want it. once it drys it's perfect. Maybe you could try using soapy water to place your stickers easier?
Very informative Riggs
Great tips, John. I needed a better way to make labels. I have a bunch of flash carts that I designed labels for but haven't printed since I want a better finish
you can use a clothing iron as a lamination heater
Nice video as usual
We have a Cameo, can do the same thing with it? Pretty sure it can :)
One step I did not understand is after you laminate it (I happen to have a laminating machine too) you put some paper on it or something.. what was that step? Or was that just the self stick lamination you did on a second sheet?
Great video! It's super fun to make own labels. :)
Hey man i got a silohouett cameo it’s a cutter also i would you use it to cut vinyl for shirt printings can i use this for these labels?
John do you still have the silhouette and templates available? The link doesnt seem to work anymore!
Can you make a label stencil for nes controller ?
thank you for sharing and making this guide easy to follow :-D
wonderful tutorial! so awesome thank you!
You say something really hilarious in this video. Every time I come back to this video for years you've been making me laugh! Hahhahahaha
aren't the laminating pouches too thick? Do they stick well on the sticker-paper? What's the thickness of the pouches?
Thanks for this! Awesome!
Will the thermal laminator work if we are just using scissors?
Question: can you also use nes maker or does it also make it a game and edit it?
Does that software have a "fit content to frame" option?
he would of used it if it did! duhh
If it did, the cutter does a tiny curve at the corners, then you would have a tiny white border along most of the edges.
So did I win? Hehehehe..... Great video Riggs......!
Great Video, what kind of printer are you using to print the labels, they are real crisp.
where do you get the gmae labels? wich site?
Great stuff, best repro label video yet! What type of printer would you recommend for label printing? InkJet v Laser
Is there a way to edit the Nintendo seal in order to avoid copyright infringement
can explain for nintendo 64 and nd ds cart
BRILLIANT!!! THUMBS UP X1000
Another really awesome vid. Thanks! Where do you get the empty NES carts from?
I would make some kind of rubber vice jigg that you could clamp multiple games in to make top of sticker secure. just an idea.
Awesome video!!!!!!
So you could probably laminate two sheets back-to-back?
thought about getting these devices so i can make cartridge labels, a nintendo 64 game cart label template would be nice :)
Very helpful thanks for the video
Wish that Bob's burger patch was accessible so I could put it on my Everdrive with Luna ips.
Hey JohnRiggs how do I put a sega genesis game label like if i want to make a Sailor Moon repro and what program do you use to do the labels please
Riggs,what's your opinion on repro labels for games that have damaged labels? Great video BTW!
Is it illegal to sell reproduction games?
That's really cool.
Great channel 💯 discovered you via metaljesus
can you please make a video on how to make a label for ps1 or disc based games
Just wondering if you could make a cart for me. It's a version of MTPO that I think would be awesome that no one makes. Your how-to videos are awesome but that's a lot of learning and expense when I only want to make one.
What do i need to do all this, from the equipment, the paper, software and so forth.
Let me get it straight: this machine can cut in any custom shape as long as the fed paper is in a standard letter-size sheet? Thanks for the video, John! Very very interesting. Greetings from Madrid, Spain!
Correct!
donde bajas los labels de nes y snes, el tipo de papel adhesivo cual usas.
For anyone not wanting to invest in a die cutter they make corner cutters for like $10 that will cut perfect rounded corners.
What is the thicknes of your lamination pouches? I mean, after you apply the sticker in on the cartridges, doesn´t look too thick? By the way awesome videos.
These were 3 but I'm going to buy 1.5 next time.
1.5 in which system? Imperial or metric? I´m not located in the USA so what is why I´m asking. I just ordered a SIlohuette machine. . . will arrive in a month or two.
Very cool!
quick question does anyone have a N64 and Gameboy advance or DS template, bought a few at a flea market would like to put better labels on them
Robert Willis I know it's late, but a good technique is to find a label scan online, then go get a ruler and meause the cartidge label area by width and height, then go on gimp, get your image, select print, go to advanced, select what unit to go by (for ex. Inches), and then input the width and height, but make sure that they are in the correct unit as well. That should print it out in the right size, that's what worked for me and my N64 carts. If you need help just let me know.
You are the best.
Great video - thanks...
if i don't have that die cutter (i looked on amazon ishhh 300 bucks! i guess they could do that at a printing shop right?
I do have a friend who just takes his labels to a print shop and has them do it. I'm sure that's fine, but I like having access to do what I want when I want.
I found the same one john used on Amazon for 149.00
Right, I wanna say I paid about $130 or so for mine from Amazon.
Man i won't be making repros lol, great tutorial vid though. Interesting what processes you go through for the final product. And it looks pretty legit imo great stuff 👍👌😊
Im a huge fan of Your channels! I love how you introduce what you're going to do in the video so happily everytime i can see its you passion!
Ps. What donor did you use for the bobs burgers rom? Or what pcb?
That's awesome
Do you sell labels?
I need some labels with this quality for Genesis.
To bad you couldn’t do a servicing make some extra cash on side for label making. Cause this looks awesome I have quite a few NES, SNES, SEGA & N64 carts I got second hand that have ripped labels, slugged an or fading labels. Wish there was people out there that could re print old carts labels
youre awesome riggs! #riggs4life
Only about $100 for the cutter? That's not bad at all. I may have to get one!
Hey John, this is internet's grail when it comes to repro labels. Any chance you could re-upload the files as all of them are down! Thanks!
Darn I just found your channel from metaljesusrocks video that you were in . John is there any way I can get/buy a copy of bobs burgers game. Bobs burgers is one of my favourite new cartoons along with Rick and Morty . If you ever make a Rick and Morty game I'd love to buy a copy.
www.etsy.com/listing/264149315/bobs-burger-for-nes?ref=shop_home_active_5
Nice tutorial
it so hard to find label i try find a label for a ds game never found it