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Static New user 71 Posts |
What do you guys use for close up pads? Has anyone made their own? If so, could you tell me what material? Thanks!
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BerkleyJL Veteran user Chicago, IL 397 Posts |
I bought a regular close-up pad at the store. I don't know who made it. I've heard that carpet samples make nice (if large) pads.
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tuffnavyrn Inner circle San Diego, CA 1238 Posts |
If I'm not mistaken Dean Dill makes some really sweet close-up mats/tables. Check out his website.....I think it's http://www.deandill.com
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pattrick Loyal user maumee, ohio 226 Posts |
Check out my website for the finest in close up pads and custom made table, pads and boards. http://www.pmsmagic.com thank you, Pattrick Przysiecki
check out www.pattricksmagic.com for the best in close up pads and tables.
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Alan Wheeler Inner circle Posting since 2002 with 2038 Posts |
My favorite and most manageable close-up pad is now a rectangle of green felt, sold at fabric or craft stores, similar to the material used for card gaming tables or puzzle mats. It folds up even to fit in the front pocket of a pair of slacks or a jacket pocket, it smoothes out fine, it looks natural for cards, and it's cheap.
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sethb Inner circle The Jersey Shore 2719 Posts |
Depending upon your needs, carpet samples can make great closeup pads. I take a large pad and cut it in half to make two smaller pads. You can finish off the cut edge with some self-sticking carpet binding tape in a matching color. With just a little care the carpet pads should last a long time, but they're certainly inexpensive to replace. They also aren't fake-y looking, like some closeup pads -- it is what it appears to be, a piece of carpet.
The only problem with these carpet pads is that they really can't be folded in half and continue to look good. But then, most other pads can't be folded without creating a permanent crease in them, either. It could probably be rolled up, but that really isn't necessary. Since I use a small aluminum suitcase to travel with, I don't need to fold or roll the pad -- I just lay the pad flat on top of my stuff, close the case, and off I go. The pad also helps to keep my props from rattling around in transit. SETH
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Magicmaven Inner circle 1235 Posts |
I second Dean Dills. I love it.
They might seem a bit on the pricy side, but you do have to pay a price for quality.
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mdspark Special user 784 Posts |
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On 2005-08-04 22:52, Alan Wheeler wrote: How do you keep it from sliding around on the table? |
Beezer109 Regular user 123 Posts |
I bought the apollo pad. It is a very good investment and is actually washable in the washing machine
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TheAmbitiousCard Eternal Order Northern California 13425 Posts |
I think Dean Dill makes the best. Nice looking. Beautiful.
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JohnLamberti Elite user Los Angeles, CA 420 Posts |
3rd or 4th ditto here on the Dean Dill pads. They're the best. And he's a nice guy too!
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