We had every intention of getting a sign made at a reputable sign company this past weekend. The only problem was that we didn’t have a high enough resolution image to work with for the size sign we wanted and it would have cost big bucks and been too much of a hassle to rework the image.
When I announced that I wanted to paint the sign instead, I’m pretty sure most people thought I’d gone off the deep end. I’m quite happy with how our sign turned out and it was only a small fraction of the cost that that large sign company was asking for and I’ve been having fun doing it. Can’t ask for more then that.
I still need to add a few more details and give some areas two coats of paint before it’s totally complete, but in my mind I don’t think my idea was so “half baked” after all 
Now here’s your chance to tell me your opinion as a consumer. Do you feel this sign works for the window of our new facility or should we have one professionally done? I would be totally willing to spend the money on a professional sign if that is the better choice. Don’t be afraid to speak up. Your opinions are very important to me. Thanks in advance for taking the time to let me know your thoughts.
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I think the sign is great!
I think it’s cute, you did a great job!
You did a great job on that…I’d keep it!
I think your sign is gorgeous and I wouldn’t change a thing!!
I agree that since it’s not a reatail store that the sign is fine. After all it has all the info anyone would need to contact you plus it has a casual feel and what’s more casual than cookies?
If you decide to do a professionally printed sign later let me know and I’ll re-do your logo into a high-res file for a few cookies. But for now I think you are fine and you did an awesome job painting the sign!
Since this is your workspace, and not a retail space that invites walk-in customers, this sign is great! Save the money for other important things…like the Kopykake projector.
I think it turned out great. I would spray a few coats of sealer agreeing with Keith. To keep it from changing color in the window and to keep it lasting. They do have satin so it’s not glossy if that’s not the look you’re going for. Also as you get connections through your shop maybe you can find a graphic designer you can barter with to do your high res. image and a printing company to ultimately do a sign with….in time. Best of luck to you.
You know what I like about you doing it yourself? It mirrors the “look” and “feel” of your cookies themselves! Does that make sense? It just feels like it’s in line with how you do everything with such personal care. I think it’s great!
With the economy as it is, creating you’re own sign is a great idea. It looks pretty awesome and isn’t having fun what life is all about?
Is there a coat of sealer you can apply to make it glossy and keep it around? Excellent job.