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I occasionally make vector files for a friend. I thought it would be cool to have them open at certain points, so that while you're weeding vinyl, you would also be pulling up a lot of the pieces inside the image. I like it that way, but he doesn't. Do you have a preference? Below is a sample, look close and you'll see the little gaps.
(Might need to use different file extension and server for this pic)
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I would much rather have a solid out side line and then Pull out the detail, I think as far as looks go, it won't be that Much different. but it all depends on how small the decal will be that determines the weedability of it... 'weedability" is that a new word? lol
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SIGNS1st. Neil Butler Paradise, NF Posts: 6277 | From: St. John's NF Canada | Registered: Mar 1999
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It's much easier to weed out things that you don't want to lose with the open areas like this. Your farmer could lose a thumb in the wink of an eye and than you'd be dealing with workman's comp.
-------------------- Bill Modzel Mod-Zel screen Printing Traverse city, MI modzel@sbcglobal.net Posts: 1356 | From: Traverse City, MI | Registered: Nov 1998
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Hiya James, I guess it depends on the project.
In most circumstances, I agree with the others for a couple of reasons. First, is what Bill mentioned - the ease weeding without mistakes. second is the ability to edit or change colors. With "open" vectors you're limited to the color of the background.
However, if you're weeding a large volume of basic decals that may require multiple "picks", I would prefer your method.
Havin' fun,
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I have to agree. lol
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