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In this Instructable, I’ll be showing you how to make a custom, light-up Macbook decal. This same technique can be used to create a decal for any laptop that has a light up logo on the back, like some HP’s.
(However, I don't think the HP logo is in the middle, and it has the company name over the glowing circle.)
Materials:
(However, I don't think the HP logo is in the middle, and it has the company name over the glowing circle.)
Materials:
- Macbook, Macbook Pro, or Macbook Air (Or any laptop with a glowing logo on the LCD panel)
- Software to design a decal
- Adhesive Vinyl (I got mine here: http://www.amazon.com/12-Adhesive-Backed-Vinyl-Assorted-Cutters/dp/B00331S0GO)
- Exacto Knife
- A surface to cut on, like a notebook
- Patience
- (Optional) A vinyl cutter, such a Cricut
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Signing UpStep 1Designing the Decal
The first, and in my opinion, hardest, step is to design your decal. In order to make this work, you need to create a design that will completely cover the Apple logo. Also, keep in mind that if you don’t have access to a vinyl cutter (like me), you’ll be cutting it out by hand, so try to keep it as simple as you can.
In honor of The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword being awesome, I’ll be creating the Hylian Crest. The Triforce inside the crest will glow. (If you’re going to be cutting it out by hand, this is probably as complex as you want to go.)
The trick to making a successful design is to use a computer program that lets you work in real life measurements. I use Adobe Illustrator, but you can use Photoshop, the GIMP, or even Microsoft Publisher.
Download a picture of the Apple logo online, and design your decal around it. Make sure you measure your actual logo on your Macbook and make the logo as big as it is on your Macbook so when you print it out, the decal will be actual size.
Look at the pictures to see how I made the Hylian Crest work.
In honor of The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword being awesome, I’ll be creating the Hylian Crest. The Triforce inside the crest will glow. (If you’re going to be cutting it out by hand, this is probably as complex as you want to go.)
The trick to making a successful design is to use a computer program that lets you work in real life measurements. I use Adobe Illustrator, but you can use Photoshop, the GIMP, or even Microsoft Publisher.
Download a picture of the Apple logo online, and design your decal around it. Make sure you measure your actual logo on your Macbook and make the logo as big as it is on your Macbook so when you print it out, the decal will be actual size.
Look at the pictures to see how I made the Hylian Crest work.
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Jan 26, 2012. 11:48 AMEkevoo
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I have been looking for this kind of DIY instructions for so long! Unfortunately having to cover the apple logo fully is a big limitation. I'll see if I can find a vinyl colour that matches MacBook's. Thanks for sharing this. It looks awesome!
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Dec 11, 2011. 7:32 AM
EngineeringShock
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EngineeringShock
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Hurray! Triforce!!!
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