"FW Banner Bearer.." Topic

I've got a FW Banner bearer for Legions. You know this one..

I've got the design all printed…

The problem is I cannot get it to sit right on the Bearer.

Any ideas ? I was thinking of using Micro Sol and Micro-set?

Anyone know how to get a Paper Printed design to sit flush and neat on a Wavy banner.

Is it a decal or printed on paper?

Micro-Sol and Micro-Set won't work on paper.

If hand-painting is out of the question, I'd do the following:

1. Print the design on white decal paper, and seal it well to prevent the colors from bleeding.

2. Paint the banner black and wash and highlight it appropriately.

3. Give the banner a good gloss coat. This step is critical for best decal application. Let the gloss coat dry thoroughly; I'd wait a couple of days at least, just to be sure.

4. Cut out the top and bottom chains and apply them to the banner, using plenty of Micro-Sol and Micro-Set.

5. Cut out the Imperial Eagle and the slogan and apply them in the correct positions. You might need to rescale them to fit well.

6. Cut out the gear-and-gauntlet and apply it to the center of the banner. Again, rescale as needed.

7. Let th decals dry thoroughly, at least overnight, then touch up the edges of the decals to hide any white that's showing.

8. Give the banner another good coat of gloss. This helps blend the edges of the decals, making them look painted on.

9. Carefully wash and highlight the decals with appropriate colors.

10. Give the banner a final coat of matt sealer, or use a satin sealer for a silk banner.

Use plenty of Micro-Sol and Micro-Set at each decal step.

This procedure sounds more complicated than it is. It's mainly an exercise in patience and not rushing each step.

Good luck, and post photos when you're done.

Thanks I'll grab some decal paper and try it that way.

I think you are right If I break the design down into 3 different elements. I will do them seperately.

I was trying to take advantage of a Laser Printer at work. It prints wonderfully not sure I can shoe horn in Decal paper without the boss knowing.. :)

Most laser and inkjet printers can handle decal paper with no problem. Some even have paper-feeds set aside for special papers, like cardstock, broshure paper, etc. If your work laser printer has a paper-feed like that, that's the one I'd use.

If you know the guy who services your printers, you could also clear it with him first. (Because the first inclination of your boss is probably going to be "NO!")

Please post a picture when you finish, the banner design looks great.