Behind the Scenes: Essentials for Crafting Custom Photo Magnets
Welcome to Fond Memories where we turn memories into keepsakes and keep them close forever. Today, we’re diving into the world of creating custom photo magnets. Whether you’re interested in ordering a personalized keepsake or are simply curious about our creative process, we want to share the essential equipment that helps us bring your photo magnet dreams to life!
1. High-Quality Printer
At the heart of our custom photo magnet production is our state-of-the-art printer. Using a high-resolution inkjet printer (Epson Eco Tank) will produce vibrant colors and sharp images. This ensures that every photo you send us is reproduced with stunning clarity and detail.
2. Premium Paper
The importance of using the right paper cannot be overstated! We've used several papers to make magnets including presentation paper and photo paper. For a standard machine, we recommend not using very light (eg. 20lb) or very heavy paper. The optimal weight is around 27lb. Each magnet making machine is unique and may have varying tolerances for thicker paper. The best strategy is to select a lightweight photo paper and test it with your device. Although you might experience some jams during testing, using proper lubrication and operating the machine carefully can greatly minimize the chances of jams. Using a high quality paper not only enhances color accuracy but also provides a smooth finish that contributes to the overall quality of the final product.
3. Paper Cutter
A paper cutter, also known as a guillotine cutter, paper trimmer, or paper slice, is a tool used to cut paper materials in a straight line. It typically consists of a flat surface where the paper is placed and a sharp blade that is mounted on a lever or rotary mechanism. There are many different cutters available; we recommend you choose the one that is most affordable based on your need.
4. Equipment
You need a graphic cutter and a press machine to create a photo magnet. The equipment that we use at fondmemories is the 2.5 inch magnet making kit. The 2.5 inch magnet making kit includes the graphic cutter and 1000 piece supplies. You can browse all the different sizes by going to the mprousa website. All the equipment from MPRO has a Lifetime warranty. If you are looking to get this equipment shipped internationally, we recommend reaching via the Contact Us button on their website.
Conclusion
Making custom photo magnets is a process that requires time and attention to produce a high quality photo magnet. Each piece is a testament to the passion and dedication we have for our craft. We hope this peek behind the scenes gives you a better understanding of the equipment that helps us turn your cherished memories into timeless treasures.