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Does it need to be made perfectly, so the picture is recognizable?

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You don't have to make it perfect. It should be unique.

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If you would want to make rare and ultra rare cards, what would you suggest using?

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Using a different template can be one way, or you could place a rating system, i.e. C = common, UC = Uncommon, R = rare, or UR = Ultra Rare.

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How many cards should be in one pack?

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For most trading cards, there are about 5, but you can go as much as about 12.

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Where do I get white card paper?

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You can get it at any retail or craft supply store.

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How do I make my cards harder to tear without laminating?

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Use a strong material for your cards, like card stock.

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How do I prevent the back of the card from showing through to the front?

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Glue a piece of paper to the back (this can be the card back). If you can still see through, keep adding paper until you no longer can.

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How do I cover them in plastic so they shine?

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Just use a lamination machine. If you don't have one, just go to an office supply store or specialty store to get them professionally laminated.

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How do I add a back side to the cards?

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Add a second page to your document that looks exactly the same shape-wise except that instead of the card fronts you'll have the backs. Then press "print" and select "print double sided" or "two to a page".

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What about the design on the back of the card?

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Make a design for it, print it out and glue it onto the back of the card.

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How do I laminate my trading cards with tape?

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Put strips of tape across the card in rows, just barely overlapping one another.

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How can I make cards and make them fast?

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Don't add too much detail. Items should be simple food or objects, while characters should not be so realistic that they look like real people.

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Can handmade trading cards use characters who are unknown or only slightly known?

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Yes. They're your cards. Do what you like! If they are baseball cards, most people use well-known players.

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How would I mass produce a lot of cards, let's say 500?

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Try to make the cards smaller. Also, that would be a bonus because if you're selling them they would be easy to lose and they would have to buy more, giving you more money.

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Is their another way of laminating my trading cards?

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Put strips of tape on the front and back side of the card. If the card is still not thick, keep putting strips until you can't do this anymore.

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What is the best amount of cards for a deck?

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Many cards games include between 40 to 60 cards but you can go fewer for a simpler game or higher for a more complex game.

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Can I get the images from my search engine?

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It's okay to do that if you're only using them for home. However, it cannot be done if you plan on selling unless your cards because that would be breaching copyright and you might get sued. Just use such images as place-holders in the card template if using them at home only.

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How do I make copies of my trading cards?

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Just copy your document and cut out the cards, or you can go to an office supply store and ask them to copy your cards.

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Can I use PowerPoint instead of Word when making my own trading cards?

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Yes, it doesn't matter what you use as long as it turns out how you like it! Have Fun!

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Can I make multiple copies of trading cards?

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Yes! If you have a printer most have a top lid that will open up, this is a photocopier. You simply put your paper in with the designated lines and click copy or scan if you want to and then print from the scans.

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How do I cut straight on paper when making trading cards?

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Use a cutting knife (craft knife) along a ruler. Both can be found at most retail stores. If you prefer to use scissors, use sharp ones suitable for cutting paper.

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How do I use Paint on my computer to make a trading card?

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Drag out one rectangle. Color it the outside (border) color. Drag a text box out. Fill it (with the inside color) and put on the info. Paste your picture on it. Done!

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How much can I sell my trading cards for?

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You can set your own price. Try asking friends and family what they would pay for your cards before deciding on a price.

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